Cheap designer handbags

Its been a while since ive featured a new Gucci bag here on cheapdesignerhandbag but to put it right i thought i would post on this new Jungle shoulder bag. As we are seeing more and more this is really just a clutch with a strap but that does seem to be the way things are going as less people want to carry around clutches these days. Also has anyone else been thinking that clutch bags are going to start coming with a proper detachable strap to transform them into a shoulder bag? Its just an idea i know and not something you’re likely to find on the higher couture end of things but for cheap handbags i think it could be a winner.

The handbag comes in two different styles, light tan and a dark grey. I think i would probably go for tan bag myself as there’s going to be a lot more outfit options that are going to fit. I should also mention that the bag comes with a detachable chain strap as well as the standard leather one (which is adjustable). So there you have it my first Gucci bag in a while and probably not the last however since they don’t seem to be creating new bags on the same scale as they used to i won’t hold my breath for something new soon.

So i decided to review another Christian Louboutin here on designerhandbag as i know alot of people really liked the last one which was a clutch in Metal and leather. This one is definitely a lot more unconventional with a distinct “punk” look which we don’t see too often. Indeed i have heard a number of people refer to the “piranha” look of this handbag which you could say makes it look even more aggressive. One worry i would have is what the bag is going to go with, I think it’s a case of evening wear out and distressed jeans in!

There are a number of things i like about this bag though even with the unusual styling, i especially like the embedded metal studs that start in the middle and go out to the sides. Also the rushed leather in the centre combines really well the black vinyl effect on the edges. Im not sure though on the whole who this clutch is going to appeal too, sure the rock chick market is big but is it very rock and roll to pay £950 for a handbag? Still if you’re looking for something different and are determined to stand out in a crowd then i think your search is over!

Been a while since i featured a Mischa Barton handbag here had cheapdesignerhandbag but i do quite like this new clutch/box bag that she has released. One thing i do like about her bags is that they are usually quite cheap and accessible, ie this bag is only £39 at asos which for a good designer is not a bad discount.

Its a pretty small bag so don’t expect to be carrying around your entire wardrobe in it but maybe thats the point. I suppose its not a true clutch bag in some ways as it does come with a shoulder strap but this makes it more practical for most people. I do however really like the light brown leather and the simple pattern on the front. If anything it is a bit too simple in general though, this bag is definitely not going to get you noticed when out and about. Also for maybe just £40 more you could get something much more stylish (still not a top designer though). Still with all the reviews of £1000 bags on here lately i thought it would be nice to review something in the lower price bracket.

So i already reviewed a Miu Miu bag about a month ago but i liked that one so much i thought i would do another one for this new “pink bird clutch”. The most striking thing about this clutch is the bird on the front which really does seem like it is flying. Best thing i suppose is that more designers are starting to Jazz up their bags a bit, ive seen too many with just plain colours and patterns lately. The bird design on the front of this bag really breaks up the stripes on the front well. This is actually quite a big clutch as it comes with an optional shoulder strap if you don’t want to hold it all day. You could stay that its half way between clutch and tote.

What cant be denied though is that this Miu Miu really grabs attention and with so many designers vying for attention these days youve really got to do something special to stand out from the crowd. I know some fashion houses are trying to stand out by reducing prices and offering discount offers but in my opinion the No1 thing that should drive sales should be the quality of the product itself.

So its been a while since we reviewed a nice safe sensible hobo bag. Well not that sensible i suppose as its almost £500 so for most of us your going to have to think about this purchase. Still i suppose what some people consider cheap others can view as ridiculously expensive, it all depends i suppose on what level of designer you are going to go for.

Still i do think this is a great example of a calfskin leather bag that will go with alot of different outfits. Michael Kors also has a reputation of being quite durable as the leather on this bag has been treated (in some way i don’t understand) to give it a really cool sheen that also helps protect it from the elements and wear and tear. I also really like the top handle as it has these multiple strands of fabric woven into a kind of “rope” effect which really stands out but still fits the overall design really well. It also has plenty of space inside and i always have to remind myself that that this is the No1 purpose of a good Hobo bag as its usually has to transport alot of “stuff” around.

So i was thinking today about what or who decides whether a particular handbag or purse is cool or not. Im not sure why i was thinking about this but its probably because i see so much divided opinion throughout different bag blogs and review sites over whether a particular designer has hit the mark or not. Now i know when it comes to fashion people rarely agree but i think its been a while since we have seen a really landmark product launch in the designer handbag world. I mean there are big launches but it usually arrives with a wave of equally positive and negative reviews no matter how much work the designer has put into the bag. Still i suppose this is the nature of the fashion world and anyway will it ever be possible to create the perfect purse,clutch,tote or even shoulder bag?

So with this in mind i just found the new range of clutch handbags by Colette for the spring season and i have to say they look pretty good (if a little conservative for my tastes). As you would expect from a leading French designer though these clutches are very chic and also understated to a point. The good points though are the many different designs for these bags as you have everything from cream to zebra print to fit your personal style. Another plus is the price as they are only going to set you back around £115 witch in the clutch bag world is a real bargain (i will not say budget). Anyway i know a lot of people on the blog may not be familiar with Colette but if you’re looking for something elegant, French and somewhat cheap then you really cant go wrong with this designer.

So this may be a first here on cheapdesignerbags as this is the first ecofirendly clutch handbag that we have reviewed. This handbag is made by a new company called Ascension and its made through a collaboration between many disadvantaged people all across the world. Un-surprisingly im not totally familiar with all of the details but still it’s the thought that counts and i think this is a great idea in general.

The clutch features soft brown leather and also has cute little diamond studs on the outside. It is quite small but i think thats the idea with clutch bags in general and i think alot of designers have forgotten this recently. Also it is really quite cheap at only £45 online which i think is a bargain. Check out their site if you interested in more eco friendly fashion.

I really love exotic leathers and it doesn’t get much better than this beautiful Elise Python in whiskey leather. The fabric really looks incredible and its a rare occasion when one of the darker colours that i usually avoid stands out much more than your average pink.

I think this designer bag is going to be on the must haves for professional people in the new year as it has a classy but still understated look which i think is going to be a real hit. Still its not that cheap as its going to cost around £1400 in Saks but if you ask me its worth every penny and id have it over 100 tote bags any day.