You're right. New Orleans is pretty behind in fashion, no one even knows what my b-bag is....It's a Carla Mancini. I don't have a Bbag yet, though it's my dream bag. I just can't (yet!) bring myself to spend that much on one! They're so gorgeous, though...
Anyway, right now I live in Phoenix and I think that it would be noticed, but if I move back to New Orleans I'm pretty sure no one would have a clue.
It's like a chloe edith+balenciaga with it's rocker edge.It looks like a stylish bag.It is not a blatent copy IMO.BTW, don't be too worried about what other people think of your bag.If you love it,it will show. Enjoy it!