Do you own any non-designer/non high-end bags?

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#511
I own both no-name and hi-end.

One of my favorite bags is a furry leopard print and dark brown leather bag that I got from Smartbargains.com or Bluefly.com. I have 3 LV bags, but that leopard bag always gets the most compliments. It has held up beautifully and I use it during winter months. It is such a fun bag. It was less than $200, and I've had it for several years.

My unusual bags say a lot more about my personality than my mainstream ones do.
 
#513
I think you need bags that match your lifestyle and your finances. I think it's not good to overspend on a bag and put yourself into credit card debt just to have a certain "look." When I was in high school and college, I used any old purse. But since I've been a working professional for several years and I can afford to spend a bit more on myself, I really enjoy the occasional splurge. I have LV, Gucci, Burberry, Kate Spade, Michael Kors, and Coach (to name a few) -- What can I say, I like having the purse rainbow!! However, I am getting my doctorate now, so I've had to tighten the reins again and spend less on hand bags. Now, I tend to window shop, do my research on what I like, and save my money for a bag splurge to celebrate a special occasion (ex: when I got my Masters degree I bought my LV Totally). I think shopping at consignment boutiques is also a really great way to get designer goods without spending a ton (as long as they authenticate and you have a good eye too). I don't think its all about the bag itself, but about how the bag makes you feel :)
 
#515
i forgot to mention, I found an authentic LV Eclipse backpack at a Goodwill once and snagged it for $40!! So thrift stores are definitely worthwhile if you have the time. It's more miss than hit, but there is the occasional jackpot.
 
#516
timetoshop2012 said:
Thank You! I just purchased it a few minutes ago. Got it for $75.00 Including Shipping & Tax!

Thank God For The Two Coupons I was able to use!

Can't Wait Until It arrives. This will be my first order with DSW!

Thanks again! :smile1:
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I have this in Bone!! LOVE this bag, it's huge and i tend to put EVERYTHING in it but i adore it! i wasnt able to get mine on sale so i spent the $100++ but it was worth it!
 
#517
I felt a bit intimidated by the groups and all of the high end bags.. I own about 7 coach and one MK. Thats about it at this point, i am a senior in college and i hope that one day i will be able to afford a premier bag but that may be a while. I also have an a hand full of Coach wallets/wristlets, an Aubrey Brooke (DSW), a Tory Burch, an Aldo bag and a steve madden. If there is a THRIFT thread, i'd love to join! Yard sales, thrift shopping and consignement shops are the best to find high end (higher end) bags for cheaper
 
#518
You don't have to spend a lot of money on a high end bag to have a great purse. I had a Michael Kors black patent purse that I absolutely loved which I carried for work for more than 2 years (took a lot of wear and tear) and I can't remember how much I paid for it but I think it was around $500. I currently have a Roots bag which I absolutely love - paid $335 for it (on sale). Roots bags tend to be a bit more casual than I prefer but this one doesn't; people are always surprised when I tell them its Roots. Anyways you shouldn't feel pressured to buy into a designer bag - buy what you can afford and if there is something that you really want - save up for it and treat yourself.
 
#519
Well, the only non-high-end designer bag I have now is Michael Kors pochette in snake print. I only use it to go clubbing when I plan to get drunk. It's small enough but very roomy for a compact powder, a lipstick, eye drop, and a cellphone. There are card slots and an inside pocket and another pocket on the outside with a zipper. The rest of my bags are designer bags (Tod's, LV, Prada, etc)
 
#522
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I recently purchased the Kelsi Dagger Izzy crossbody hobo in turquoise and I'm crushing on it so bad. The leather is buttery soft and I think the gentle lines are sexy, and the diagonal zip gives it some character that isn't too out there. It gives my otherwise off-white and brown collection of bags some much-needed color.
 
#523
My collection is 95% contemporary brands and almost all were purchased pre-owned and through discount stores (Century 21! yay!) I recently began purchasing higher-end premier bags, again, pre-owned. I agree with a previous poster, it depends on your lifestyle and your finances. In my opinion & experience, some of these contemporary brands are much more fabulous looking and stylish and well-made. orYany bags are one of my current favorites.
 
#524
Heaps! I iPad a sucker for bags, pretty ones, I am at the moment really lemming a couple of mulberry, but also collecting a brand called spencer and Rutherford, from Australia....very girly and pretty type bags, most of their stuff are made of leather, but not too expensive. In my opinion sort of more mid range in terms of price.
 
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