I think at that price point it's very hit or miss. For example. I have some Rebecca minkoff bags that are the same style but the leathers are vastly different: a thick one, a thick rubbery one, a thin glossy one, and a buttery but smelly one. Dooney and Burke has some delicious thick bags in their Dillen II line but has some papery leather in a different line. Kate spade has a few nice leather bags too but different styles leathers vary greatly. Same with coach. Linea pelle has awesome leather but the hardware doesn't look great and unfinished look makes it super casual. I'd see the bag in person before buying.