Designer Handbags

We all know that the ultimate status symbol is an amazing deisgner handbag. Whether it be Chanel, Gucci, or Prada, nothing says you've made it like the ability to pay top dollar for this season's coveted new styles. There are many different styles and shapes to choose from. You can go for the classics-for example, a quilted tote-or the more trendy and modern, like a bohemian inspired satchel. Whichever direction that you choose to go in, however, says a lot about your personality and your style. So use this guide and choose wisely!

Luxury Designers

Department stores are the first place to go when you want to make a big purchase.

• Nordstrom 
• Bloomingdales 
• Saks Fifth Avenue 

There are also some websites devoted to luxurious goods.

• eLuxury  offers many chic options, but at a hefty price. Join their mailing list and be the first to know about their sales and deals. They are also the exclusive online purveyor of Louis Vuitton,  which never goes on sale, but also never goes out of style!

More Bang For Your Buck

Let's be honest. Many of us cannot afford to go out and drop thousands every year to maintain a fabulous look. Here are some ideas to help you get the designer look for less. The internet has some of the best kept secrets when it comes to handbags.

Ebay

Ebay is a great place to find virtually anything you are looking for. Their handbag  selection is very extensive and includes many rare bags that would be very hard to find in stores. Vintage pieces are also available for the highest bidder. Ebay sellers even have Hermes Berkin bags  up for auction. But don't expect to get such a bargain on those-they sell for anywhere around $50,000! However, when dealing with ebay, the most important thing is to be wary of fakes and knockoffs. Make sure that the seller will provide you with a certificate of authenticity and check his or her credentials and ratings before you finalize your purchase.

Bag Borrow or Steal

As its name suggest, the Bag Borrow or Steal website recognizes that girls will stop at nothing to obtain the bag that they want. For a monthly membership fee, members can borrow bags and then send them back to be replaced for a new one as often as they choose. There are three different levels of bag quality, but at the "couture" level, which is around $150 a month, members can sport Louis Vuitton,  Burberry,  even Chanel bags  for a fraction of what owning one would cost. The drawback of having to return the bag is annoying, but when you receive the next bag off your queue, you forget about your previous borrow instantly. However, if you really want to "steal" the bag you have, then the website will evaluate the bag's age and value and then offer a price for purchase. This site also offers jewelery and sunglasses, in addition to handbags, under the same membership plans. How great is that?

Bluefly

Bluefly prides itself on being 'the ultimate hookup for the fashion obsessed.' This website has tons of name brands and designer fashions for sometimes half the price. Its basically the online designer outlet store of your dreams. In addition to clothing, they boast a wide variety of designer handbags, from labels like Fendi,  Gucci,  and Chloe.  They also have great deals on more trendy handbags from names like Kooba,  Bulga,  and Gusto,  and Marc by Marc Jacobs.  The Bluefly site is extremely organized and categorized, breaking things down in terms of color, occasion, and shape, making the shopping experience easy and enjoyable.

Coach

Coach  is gradually gaining extreme popularity because while manufacturing, the designers not only keep an eye on the design, but also on the quality of leather. The best part about Coach is that it generally costs less than the more high-end designers. That's not to say that Coach  is inexpensive, but you mgiht want to consider one of their amazing bags before you spend $1000 on a Fendi mini-baguette bag.  These bags come in shapes and sizes perfect for formal, casual and business settings. Often elegant yet simple, Coach purses come in many different shades, boast a stylish sleek outline, and yet still have enough storage space to carry a change purse, those extra cosmetics, and a folding umbrella.

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