Behno! Love their bags, and at great prices. Also, Aspinal of London.
What non-"premier" designer are you currently obsessed with?
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Coach has become a borderline obsession for me. I've replaced many other brand items with Coach and it seems to be the only brand I'm really stalking these days. Oh, and I love Coccinelle's Arlettis bags! 
Hobo International. LOVE their leathers and they are always coming out with new and fun items. Recently I got a "bike purse". No kidding, it's the CUTEST little "purse" that straps on to the handlebars of my beach cruiser. PERFECT for throwing a little wallet, phone and hand sanitizer in for a cruise.
Have you got a photo? Hobo international generally has pretty bags… sorry for such a late response!
sometimes I prefer a simple, practical men’s bag
I’m fond of ghurka. Some of their designs, admittedly older ones, were a big departure from the usual khaki trim safari bag. Ghurka had hand painted abstract camo; metallic and matte stripes etc etc.
I also like Paul Stuart; my favorite nylon NS crossbody is a zip top bag similar to the H Evelyne 33.
the armory, a men’s clothing store in NYC has some gorgeous bags
not sure if Loewe is considered premier or contemporary but I love my mini puzzle
I’m fond of ghurka. Some of their designs, admittedly older ones, were a big departure from the usual khaki trim safari bag. Ghurka had hand painted abstract camo; metallic and matte stripes etc etc.
I also like Paul Stuart; my favorite nylon NS crossbody is a zip top bag similar to the H Evelyne 33.
the armory, a men’s clothing store in NYC has some gorgeous bags
not sure if Loewe is considered premier or contemporary but I love my mini puzzle
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Not sure if this brand is considered "premiere" or not, but I am LOVING the CHCarolina Herrera Insignia line bags. I just got a tan belt bag, and it is STUNNING and the leather is gorgeous. A lot of her other bags are really nice, too, and while a lot of the bag styles are kind of reminiscent of well-known bags from other brands, her logo, flair, and price point are great. I'm kind of loving it.
I discovered ATP Atelier while perusing the internet; beautiful leather and stitching, soft colors and interesting silhouettes.
This is called the Arezzo.
This is called the Arezzo.
I'm currently also obsessed with the one above too but it seems it might be too small for me...
I also like these bags and cannot decide whether I want one of them, all of them or none of them. I'm usually looking at black bags because they're the practical choice but I looooove bright colours too.
Osprey London Carina
Lovely, slouchy shape and the leather looks really soft and wonderful. But I already have one bag that is very similar.
Osprey London Mini Phoebe
This one would be perfect if it came in black and was bigger. I love the pockets inside and the fact that it is zippered under the flap
Demellier Venice
I cannot decide whether I'd take the Mini or Midi... But I love the shape.
The bag I really, really love but cannot justify buying just now because it is slightly more expensive is this one.
Aspinal of London Mayfair
I also like these bags and cannot decide whether I want one of them, all of them or none of them. I'm usually looking at black bags because they're the practical choice but I looooove bright colours too.
Osprey London Carina
Lovely, slouchy shape and the leather looks really soft and wonderful. But I already have one bag that is very similar.
Osprey London Mini Phoebe
This one would be perfect if it came in black and was bigger. I love the pockets inside and the fact that it is zippered under the flap
Demellier Venice
I cannot decide whether I'd take the Mini or Midi... But I love the shape.
The bag I really, really love but cannot justify buying just now because it is slightly more expensive is this one.
Aspinal of London Mayfair
@pomeline , I have both the DeMellier Venice Midi and the Aspinal Mayfair and I think Aspinal bags are higher quality. Keep an eye on their Outlet page and Selfridges.com because they have regular sales that make their bags much more affordable.
I would caution you not to buy from this brand again, I thought their clothes were cute, returned 3 blouses totaling $1,600 in January and still have not received credit. They acknowledge they have the returned merchandise only that my refund is “delayed“ and also said other customers are waiting for refunds too. I mean are they going out of business ? (side note: I got my money back from AMEX)
Oh dear! I'm so sorry this happened to you! I have only purchased three pieces from them ever, but haven't ever tried to return anything! Will definitely keep this in mind when purchasing from them!