Affordable Designer Bag Dupes
Having a beautiful bag doesn’t have to mean breaking the bank. That’s why today, I’m sharing some of my favorite designer bag dupes. Enjoy!
The first image in every reel is the original designer bag. Click the arrows to see for yourself how similar these more affordable options are!
The Bottega Veneta Pouch & Mini Pouch
This first dupe is for the Bottega Veneta Pouch that first made its appearance back in their Spring/Summer collection of 2019 and became even more well-known after Rihanna posted a video debuting her own. This full size retails for around $2,700 while the mini costs starts at $1,490. There’s no denying the simple elegance of this bag, so I was thrilled to see that Nasty Gal not only carried an identical full size pouch, but also a mini! Both sizes are only $16!
This bag instantly adds sophistication to any look. A very versatile piece, you could pair this with a simple jeans and tee or dress it up with a mini dress and floss heels for two chic looks.
The Dior Saddle Bag
If you’ve ever seen Sex & the City, you’ll know that Carrie Bradshaw carries the Dior Saddle Bag in not one, not two, but three different color ways. During COVID, I rewatched the show and fell even more in love with this bag. However, I couldn’t justify spending $3,350 when reviews say that the purse can barely hold a cardholder and phone. Instead, I found this dupe from Nasty Gal for only $16 that comes in both black and tan.
The unique silhouette is what I love most about this bag. I’d wear this with a low bun, blazer, straight neck tank, jeans, and mules for casual drinks or I’d dress it up with one of the dresses I show in my Summer Dresses blog post.
The Prada Re-Edition 2005 Shoulder Bag
Shoulder bags are all the rage right now and with good reason. They not only go with everything but they also fit perfectly into the Y2K trend that’s also big right now. The Prada Re-Edition 2005 Shoulder Bag goes for $1,290. However, there are so many shoulder bags on the market for a fraction of the price. The black one I’ve shown here is the closest I’ve seen to the Prada one because of the chain detailing, color, and nylon material and is only $16. I’ve also included this $13 hot pink one from Boohoo for a fun spin.
I love wearing shoulder bags with dresses and midi skirts for a more feminine feel, but I also love pairing them with street style outfits. For example, try wearing either the black or pink dupe with joggers, sneakers, and an oversized graphic tee. Or switch out the joggers for biker shorts and add an oversized denim jacket on top.
The Gucci Eden Belt Bag
Personally, I’ve never been big on the fanny pack trend but I know there are quite a few who love it so I had to include this dupe from Missguided. While the Gucci Eden Belt Bag costs $690, this one is only $14 and has a very similar print.
Try pairing this with a cropped white tank, dad jeans, and AF1’s for an edgy, cool girl look. This bag is also perfect for a festival (whenever they may resume) and would look great over a matching two piece set.
The Chloé Faye Mini Bag
I’ve loved this Chloé bag since the first time I saw it back in 2017. Although this one doesn’t have the exact same chain and has alligator skin instead of plain leather, the overall structure and ring detailing are so similar. The Faye Mini costs $1,290 while this one from Missguided is only $14 and also comes in a grey color as well.
This is a perfect bag for a night out. Try pairing it with black skinnies, a white corset top, moto jacket, and booties. Or wear it with your favorite mini dress, a faux fur bomber, and heels.
The Louis Vuitton New Wave Multi-Pochette Bag
I dream about this bag. The effortlessly cool tomgirl vibe matches my style so perfectly, but I’m not about to spend $2,300. That’s why I picked up this one from Amazon for $29. The structure is so similar, and even though it’s not quilted leather, I still love the alligator skin. I highly recommend this one as the quality and size are great.
I love wearing this with longer mom shorts, a blazer, and sneakers. Because this bag has so much going on, it also acts as the perfect accent piece to more casual outfits like a simple tank, trousers, and sneakers.
The Louis Vuitton NéoNoé Crossbody Bucket Bag
If you’re as big of an LV lover as I am, then you need to pick up this dupe for their NéoNoé Crossbody Bucket Bag. While the original goes for $1,780, this dupe is only $13 and has a similar print to LV’s Damier. This is a great everyday bag because it offers tons of storage. I also love that you can carry in on your arm or sling it across with the crossbody strap for hands free action.
Since the bag is larger, has a more hobo silhouette, and drawstring closure, I’d pair this with more casual outfits like black biker shorts, a matching black cropped tank, an open chambray, and sneakers. You can also wear this with a black midi dress, sneakers, and an oversized denim jacket for something that’s still casual but a little more dressed up.
The Stella McCartney Falabella Tote Bag
Stella McCartney is known for her wide assortment of handbags with chain seams and straps. While most go for over $1,000, this dupe from Boohoo is only $16. They also carry it in alligator skin, but the smooth leather more closely resembles the soft suede of the Stella. This tote bag is great for when you’ll be out of the house all day because you can load it up with everything you need. It can also double as a work tote or book bag since it is big enough to hold a laptop.
Pair with your favorite black trousers, printed mules, and white button down for a timeless, work chic look. Or try wearing it with straight leg jeans, an oversized graphic tee, and pointy toe boots for something edgier.
The Louis Vuitton Alma BB Bag
The Louis Vuitton Alma BB Bag comes in a range of styles and colors, all of which start at $1,760 and go up to $3,300. This dupe from Missguided also comes in different colors but is only $19. Like the Alma, it has a crossbody strap as well as a carrying handle and matches the structure to a tee.
I’d wear this on a picnic date with a playful dress, sneakers, and denim jacket. Because of the structure, you can also dress this up for a casual work event with trouser, a tank, moto jacket, and booties.
The YSL, Gucci, and Chanel Quilted Crossbody Bags
While Chanel is most known for their quilted leather, other designers like YSL and Gucci have also incorporated different variations into their collections. Here I’ve included a few different dupes because this style is so popular. Pretty much all the main online stores carry some form of this crossbody meaning there are tons of affordable options on the market.
My favorite way to wear this style is on a night out so I have my hands free. I also like that I can adjust these bags to be in front of me so I don’t have to worry about someone reaching into my purse when I’m not looking. Just load up this puppy up with your wallet, phone, and lipgloss, sling it across your favorite mini dress, and dance the night away.
Here are the dupes I’ve included in order of appearance:
I hope you found some new additions to your purse collection!
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