The 6 affordable handbag brands you need to know
Who doesn’t love window shopping for designer handbags? Brands like Gucci, Bottega Veneta, Chanel, and Hermès are on all of our Christmas wishlists. Maybe one day…
The good news is that we’re here to tell you that you don’t need to spend two months’ rent on a handbag to receive top-notch craftsmanship and innovative designs. Here are the six affordable handbag brands that every bag lover needs to know.
DeMellier‘s founder Mireia Llusia-Lindh describes their collection as “handbags with no compromises”: no compromises between quality and sustainability. Each bag is handcrafted with sustainable materials and part of the profits helps children in need. Much of their collection sits below $550, which is well worth it for their level of craftsmanship.
-20%
DeMellier
Tokyo leather shoulder bag Black
$512.00
$640.00
Mytheresa
DeMellier
New York Shoulder Bag Beige
$524.00
Eraldo
DeMellier
Miami Chain Clutch Bag Black
$473.00
Eraldo
DeMellier
Vancouver Tote Bag Blue
$524.00
Eraldo
DeMellier
Miami Chain Tote Bag Brown
$473.00
Eraldo
DeMellier
The New York Suede Shoulder Bag Red
$524.00
Eraldo
DeMellier
Vancouver Clutch Bag Brown
$524.00
Eraldo
DeMellier
New York Suede Tote Bag Brown
$524.00
Eraldo
One of the it-brands of the moment, it seems like every fashion editor in town has a by FAR handbag on her arm—the multi-pocketed Billy is one of our favourites. Designed between Sofia, London, and Sydney, by FAR’s handbags reflect individuality, high-end materials, technological expertise, and innovation.
by FAR
Baby Billy foldover shoulder bag - women - PVC/Polyurethane - One Size - Green
-40%
by FAR
Rachel leather shoulder bag Brown
$272.00
$453.00
Mytheresa
-74%
by FAR
Handbags Yellow
$149.00
$580.00
Yoox
-30%
by FAR
Rachel croc-effect leather shoulder bag Beige
$291.00
$415.00
Mytheresa
-78%
by FAR
Handbags Green
$100.00
$460.00
Yoox
-10%
by FAR
Holly Bag Green
$540.00
$599.00
Balardi
-75%
by FAR
Handbags Orange
$108.00
$437.00
Yoox
-10%
by FAR
Gib Bag Pink
$733.00
$814.00
Balardi
-10%
by FAR
Mini Amber Shoulder Bag Green
$604.00
$670.00
Balardi
With most of their pieces sitting comfortably under $200, JW Pei features one of the most affordable and colourful bag collections out there. Designed in LA and made of recycled vegan leather, JW Pei’s pieces are perfect for a treat without breaking the bank.
JW PEI
Womens Lucia braided evening bag Brown
$195.00
Simons
JW PEI
Womens Lucia braided evening bag White
$195.00
Simons
JW PEI
Womens Lucia braided evening bag Black
$195.00
Simons
JW PEI
Joy Faux Leather Shoulder Bag in Pink at Nordstrom
$89.00
Nordstrom
JW PEI
See Through Faux Leather Mini Flap Bag in White at Nordstrom Rack
$39.97
Nordstrom Rack
JW PEI
Abacus Top Handle Bag in Rose Red at Nordstrom
$89.00
Nordstrom
JW PEI
Mila Puffy Shoulder Bag in Purple at Nordstrom Rack
$39.97
Nordstrom Rack
Mansur Gavriel started out with just two bags silhouettes—a bucket and a tote—that immediately became cult pieces. Designed in New York City and handcrafted in Italy, Mansur Gavriel’s price range treads in the luxury department, but the quality makes it worth the investment.
-45%
Mansur Gavriel
Handbags Black
$380.00
$695.00
Yoox
-45%
Mansur Gavriel
Handbags White
$380.00
$695.00
Yoox
Mansur Gavriel
Womens Gaia smooth black leather shoulder bag
$725.00
Simons
-45%
Mansur Gavriel
Handbags Brown
$380.00
$695.00
Yoox
-40%
Mansur Gavriel
Womens Cabas leather and suede bucket bag Green
$599.95
$995.00
Simons
According to STAUD, fashion should be not only empowering but also affordable. The brand heavily focuses on design, complementing both refined originality and timeless classics, STAUD presents a unique and bold mid-price handbag collection.
Staud
Palm leather-trimmed raffia top-handle bag Beige
$510.00
Mytheresa
Staud
Womens Moon crocheted raffia large shoulder bag Black
$655.00
Simons
Staud
Timmy Small beaded shoulder bag Red
$510.00
Mytheresa
Staud
Womens Woven leather crescent clutch Black
$720.00
Simons
Staud
Owen suede shoulder bag Brown
$430.00
Mytheresa
Staud
Cuff leather clutch Black
$720.00
Mytheresa
Staud
Womens Baja small beaded bucket bag Brown
$430.00
Simons
Dragon Diffusion‘s woven tote bags are the perfect combination of style and pragmatism: sturdy and oversized, their Santa Croce tote will quickly become your go-to. Not to mention that all their bags are handmade to order for maximum quality.
-25%
Dragon Diffusion
Mini Flat Gora Braidedtote Bag Brown
$294.00
$392.00
Eraldo
-18%
Dragon Diffusion
Mini City Black Crossbody Bag
$483.00
$589.00
Balardi
-18%
Dragon Diffusion
Mini City Dark Brown Crossbody Bag
$483.00
$589.00
Balardi
-17%
Dragon Diffusion
Botteghe Small Handbag Brown
$688.00
$828.00
Balardi
-20%
Dragon Diffusion
Pino Bag Brown
$547.00
$684.00
Bernardelli
Original text: Elisabeth Sall
