Cheap designer handbags

I do want to at least try to be positive about this latest handbag from Stella McCartney as I think she comes up with some really off the wall ideas when it comes to fashion, and for that she should be applauded. However you will quickly realise after forking out £600 for this “python” bag that it is not python at all but full lovely nylon instead. Yes while it really is great and noble that Stella refuses to use any animal skins in her work I really don’t think this comes anywhere close so some of the python bags I’ve reviewed here by Nancy Gonzalez and Carlos Falchi.

Even if you put aside the aesthetics (i don’t know why you would) the feel of 100% pure nylon sends shivers up my spine every time I think about it. How a bag feels is just as important as the look and I know that python and some leathers really mould to your body with use and if you are using your bag for practical reasons and not just for show then this is essential.

On the one hand I could understand Stellas stance if it were fur she was against as that bandwagon has been going since the 90s, but python isn’t an endangered species (according to Wikipedia which hasn’t lied to me yet) and cows as far as I’m aware aren’t going anywhere soon. Besides if you where a cow (stay with me) would you rather end up as a lovely Crossbody from Donna Karan or a big mac in McDonalds? I think I need to stop writing posts late at night lol

So i have to admit i have not always been a fan of Stella McCartney, mainly because over the past few seasons her handbags havnt really been up to standard. I can understand this from one perceptive as she has been focusing more on her designer ware but even so. However it looks like she is starting to produce some really interesting designs again mainly in the clutch handbags arena.

So the first thing you or anyone else is going to notice about this clutch is the bright yellow leather. It really makes a bold statement and i suppose it is not going to be everyone’s cup of tea. One problem you may have is finding something to match this, however where there is a will there is a way and i have a feeling some designer eveningwear may fit. I have to mention this is also a very rational clutch bag as is only has a very small gold chain for the wrist and not the big DKNY straps that we have seen alot in recent years.

One thing that does go against this bag is the price as its around £350 in most high street stores which i think is alot for such as small bag. Also you have to consider how much use you are going to get out of a clutch handbag like this as its really only going to be used for special occasions. Still i think its a really great return to form for Stella so you might want to check out some of her other bags too!