I need to get myself a new handbag. The one I’m currently using is sadly out-of-style and is practically begging me to get replaced. So, I decided to use my online activity earnings I acquired in my PayPal for a brand-new, stylish, reasonably-priced handbag. So my online bag-hunting began.
I was surprised to discover tons of sites dedicated to selling the season’s trendiest bags, in every style you can imagine. The trend for 2009 is still “the bigger, the better.” Personally, I don’t want a handbag that’s too big because I’m a tiny person and wearing a big bag might only emphasize that. Besides, I’m looking for something I can use everyday and I don’t usually carry a load of stuff when I go out. A $1000 designer brand is also out of the question. As much as I want to own a Chanel or a Louis Vuitton, my budget is just too limited.
Here are the sites where I found chic low-priced handbags:
Baghaus.com – I am not familiar with the brands here but they have a good wide selection. They have the popular trends such as colorful satchels, animal prints, large totes, metallic colors, hobo bags, and more. You can get a sharp-looking bag for as low as $25. It features styles worn by celebrities and a knock-off for each one. If you’re wondering Where can I get the same bag as Jessica Alba?, then Baghaus.com is for you.
Ebags.com – This site includes the designer bags, but most of the prices are reduced. The clearance is filled with worthy gems. It’s all about the color, according to this site. Most handbags are splashed in vibrant yellows, pinks, and purples, that I’m thinking of trading my usual basic black for an attractive purple one. For sure, it will add some spice to my wardrobe, if the color doesn’t clash first. The photos shown here are especially helpful to online shoppers because it displays the bag carried by a model. Sometimes you need a visual on how it would look on your arm plus how big it actually is. Since you can’t really tell with online shopping, this is the next best thing.
Handbagheaven.com – Shopping here is truly pure heaven because of the low prices and no shipping fees as well. You wouldn’t question the quality of the handbags too, from what I can see anyway. Like the previous sites, you can shop by style, color, price, trend, or simply go to the bestsellers or clearance. The trends here include animal print, embellishments, quilted bags, fringe, patent leatherette, and more. For high fashion handbags without the high price, HandbagHeaven is a must-visit site.
Zappos.com – This popular site doesn’t charge for shipping as well. They also deliver fast because I ordered a pair of sneakers here once and they came the very next day. I was impressed. Aside from shoes, Zappos features the latest handbags styles from Dooney and Bourke, Fossil, Roxy, Lucky Brand, GUESS, and other popular brands. I was eyeing some bags here but unfortunately they are well above my price range. But there are some cheap good finds too in the $30-$100 price range and items on sale as well. People give a lot of reviews and comments too, which can be somewhat helpful while making your choice.
Endless.com – This site offers designer handbags in affordable prices. Look for their best bags under $100 and you will definitely find something you’ll want to buy. They have every bag for every occasion and they have more styles and brands than the previous sites. The name endless sure is apt.
If you’re looking for a particular handbag, you can’t go wrong with Amazon or eBay. There’s a very good chance you’ll find it here and on discounted prices too. These sites do not specialize in the handbag department but still, they have a wide variety of them that every female shopper will appreciate.
If money’s not an issue, every woman out there will be carrying a Hermes Birkin or a Prada. But with how the economy is going, that will never be the case. If you have to settle for a replica of more expensive ones, no one will judge you. By the way, there is a difference between fake and replica. Fake handbags are items that illegal manufacturers produce and try to pass them off as authentic. Whereas replica handbags are items which have been designed with inspiration from authentic designer ones. There’s no legal issues here. They are significantly cheaper because the materials used are slightly different. Basicreplica.com is one of the many sites that sell replica Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Coach, Fendi, and more.
These days, practicality is a virtue. I’m just thankful that there are designers out there who make their handbags more accessible to regular people where cost is concerned.
