Cheap designer handbags

So I’ve been wondering lately what the deal is with my obsession for DKNY handbags and just where it all started at. I have to question it as DKNY are less than prolific when it comes to bringing out new bags. As an example I just visited their official site and found 3 bags for sale which I found quite funny if a little astounding. I suppose there’s also a case for doing just a few bags really well rather than 100s of bags that hoping that there is something for everyone, which is better?

With all this in mind I thought I would show you guys this cute Hobo that I found on the site which both looks a little strange but also very intriguing. It does look quite small for a HOBO despite the name but it could be the idea bag to bridge the gap between clutch and shoulder bag which is always a good market to be in.

The leather looks really great and I’ve been a fan of the Burnished effect for a while as it just stands out so much more than your average treated leather bag. I know some won’t really like the shape as it seems a bit like an American football, however with DKNY you can almost always be sure you are buying quality. I suppose that also raises the question if you are buying a designer handbag from a big brand name like this are you always guaranteed a quality long lasting product?

Im not too sure about the gold chains on the front of the bag as they do seem just a little out of place here but again that’s a question of personal taste. The colour also is a little boring but that’s the price you pay for a bag that’s going to go with so many different outfits. The price is around £245 on the official site but this isn’t going to include any import tax so you may have to filter that in, any of you guys know what this costs on the high street here? Until next time…

The first thing i have to say about this latest Hobo from Jimmy Choo is that the colour looks simply amazing. Ok so maybe a bit overstated but this is one of those designer handbags that stands out from 100 miles away and instantly draws the eye. It really ticks the two boxes the catapult any fashion item into the stratosphere and that is:

• Look amazing
• Look different

Wasn’t a very long list was it, and it almost sounds too simple but it is true. Like all great designer bags though it does have one or two flaws, for one it doesn’t seem that practical as its in-between (in size terms) clutch and tote which is always an awkward place to be. I can’t help thinking it would be a lot easier to carry around if it had a larger handle (possibly shoulder) and maybe a little bigger? The thing is if Jimmy Choo did make these changes (think he is reading?) then it would look no-where near as stunning. So again we come back to the question of style over practicality, ideally you find the perfect combination of the two but in reality most of us just want the style fix and decide to leave practicality till tomorrow.

So if you are looking to throw your sensible hat out the window then this Jimmy Choo Zebra hobo can be yours for around £800.

Ive always liked slouch bags mainly because they can look great but always stay comfortable at the same time. What i really like about this Carlos Falchi Python bag is the way this material looks on the surface. I have to admit that im not a great fan of animal skins in general on bags (oh wait leather lol) but i suppose Python isn’t an endangered species is it? Even if the RSPCA doesn’t approve i think this skin really does look amazing on this bag and takes things to a whole new exotic level. One thing that i have always worried about this these “scaly” bags is the scales flaking off due to wear and tear but i have heard good things about Carlos Falchi as they are considered specialists in exotic skins in fashion so hopefully know what they are doing with this hobo.

The colour in light brown is really natural and i think the overall look doesn’t stand out too much (a bad thing?). Also it is quite a big bag as you got a 12” drop from the zip to the bottom so it does fulfil the primary purpose of any slough and that’s to be able to carry alot of stuff around (if necessary). As you can expect with any exotic hobo/slough the price is pretty exotic too at around £2000. Still for something as special as Python skin i think its worth the price as you are buying a handbag that is sure to be as timeless as it looks.

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.

Ok so i know we have been looking at mostly leather handbags on the blog over the last few posts but i think its about time we has some beautiful suede to add to our collection. This designer bag is from DKNY and while their reputation in the bag market has come mostly from the leather range however they are starting to really branch our now into some great designs. This is another hobo bag that has a really casual drawstring around the top which will allow you to just throw whatever you need into it.

Because of its ultimate versatility i think this is a really great bag for everyday use and should get alot of use. Also i think the colour is going to go really well with alot of outfits, i think that everything from jeans to leather jackets should work really well with this bag. The leather strap that holds the bag looks really comfortable too and i suppose this is something you are always looking for in a bag that you are going to be using every day. Too many times i have seen friends buy designer bags and justifying the price by saying they are going to use it every day. However this idea often falls apart when they realise that many of todays designer handbags are not really meant for constant use, im not trying to say that they are all uncomfortable but remember style does often come at a price and i don’t just mean money!

So with all that being said i think this is a great bag by DKNY and probably one of my favourites this year. Its not the cheapest coming in at around £200 but i think this is a style of suede that is not going to go out of style for quite some time. Check them out a DKNY.com soon as i think buying direct can save you a few pounds though its always best to shop around a little.

So i thought it was about time that i did a post on some great DKNY handbags as there has been a serious lack of the designer bags from new york in the blog. This handbag im reviewing in particular is a Equestrian Hobo and it costs around £120 in most of your favourite stoes. I suppose you are wondering why is is called the Equestrian well its mainly because of its horse shoe shape and the way it hangs on the arm.

The leather is also really good quality and its a really cool dark brown that you will find goes with most outfits. As i have mentioned before DKNY have a really good reputation for making good leather and Donna Karan has never let me down yet when it has come to durability. In alot of ways this design reminds me of the older Jimmy choo bags that we saw last year but i still think its a great designer make. Also coming in at around the £100 keeps it cheap enough to be taken around every day without too much worry. I often wonder what people who carry couture handbags at £1000s to your average pub and restaurant are thinking! Then again if you can afford it you probably dont care.

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So this is something that we have all been waiting for, a cheap bag from Fendi that most of us can afford. Well when i say cheap i mean relatively as this designer bag is still around £499 from specialist stores. However when you compare this to the usual price of Fendi bags which can hit up to 5k i think this is a steal.

The other thing i like about this designer hobo bag is it has a kind of timeless quality that seems to be missing from many of todays bags. This is not a kind of here today and gone tomorrow designs as it has a very classic understated design that never really gets old. Its also a really functional bag that will get alot of everyday use and i think it will be great for all occasions. The zips on the front are also really accusable (and look great too) so its a bag you are going to be carrying alot of your stuff around in. Fendi also have a good reputation for quality leather as they have been putting it in Jackets and coats for years so i expect their handbags are going to be just as hard wearing.

I know for many of you that this bag coming in at just under half a grand can never be considered “cheap” but i think you’ve got to think long term and how long this bag it going to last you. Also i really think that everyone should own some Fendi at least once!

This cool new hobo at Kurt Geiger is one of my favourite bags around at the moment and its pretty cheap too coming in at around £100. The pink leather really looks great and i think it could have alot of uses as you could almost get away with a night outfit with it. The leather is really durable too as it Bogetta. Its also got a rounded and practical shape that should fit alot of tastes and practicalities.