Anonymous
Post 12/18/2023 10:31     Subject: Stylish but affordable handbag that is not "striver" or "basic"
What about Pom Pom London? They keep popping up in ads and the bags look nice, in OP’s price range.
Anonymous
Post 12/18/2023 10:26     Subject: Re:Stylish but affordable handbag that is not "striver" or "basic"
I like Longchamp. Regular size is about $150-160. I’m a working mom with three under five and a HHI around $800K. I want something that looks good but isn’t high maintenance in terms of care and is not super expensive since I am hard on items I use daily.
Anonymous
Post 12/18/2023 08:58     Subject: Stylish but affordable handbag that is not "striver" or "basic"
ethically made and classic style:
https://omybagamsterdam.com/collections/women
Anonymous
Post 12/18/2023 08:21     Subject: Re:Stylish but affordable handbag that is not "striver" or "basic"
Lauren by Ralph Lauren.
Anonymous
Post 12/18/2023 08:15     Subject: Stylish but affordable handbag that is not "striver" or "basic"
I think Kate Spade outlet has better products than Coach. I actually had the handle of an old one fixed by a cobbler, and he commented that KS is well-constructed and holds up well.

I’m eyeing a Radley London crossbody that is $200. Macys often has them on sale. Quality seems good.

Anonymous
Post 12/18/2023 08:06     Subject: Stylish but affordable handbag that is not "striver" or "basic"
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:

Is $600 affordable?


OP here. Definitely not. Was thinking $100-150 tops.


Coach Outlet lists bags under $100.
https://www.coachoutlet.com/shop/bags-under-100-1


These are perfect examples of “basic” and “striver” bags.
Anonymous
Post 12/17/2023 21:07     Subject: Stylish but affordable handbag that is not "striver" or "basic"
It’s more about finding a style you like, that goes with your outfits, and that holds your stuff.

I like crossbody bags, hobo/bucket bags and over the medium shoulder totes. I generally don’t use top handle bags, even if they’re from an expensive designer I love. So it doesn’t matter if it’s from Target or Dior, I know what size and style I’m more likely to wear.
Anonymous
Post 12/17/2023 20:58     Subject: Re:Stylish but affordable handbag that is not "striver" or "basic"
Anonymous wrote:I'd consider upping your budget and getting a great high quality designer bag.


Designer bags are not what OP asked for. Even if that was in budget the opportunity cost is high when you can find great bags for a few hundred dollars as evidenced by a ton of posts in this thread.
Anonymous
Post 12/17/2023 20:35     Subject: Stylish but affordable handbag that is not "striver" or "basic"
Anonymous wrote:

Is $600 affordable?


OP here. Definitely not. Was thinking $100-150 tops.


Coach Outlet lists bags under $100.
https://www.coachoutlet.com/shop/bags-under-100-1
Anonymous
Post 12/16/2023 18:21     Subject: Stylish but affordable handbag that is not "striver" or "basic"
Anonymous wrote:I’m a fan of
-fossil
-lucky
-Portland leather
-hobo


I like to stay under $200 and I avoid anything with a logo


My favorite bag ever was a Lucky bag.
Anonymous
Post 12/16/2023 16:18     Subject: Stylish but affordable handbag that is not "striver" or "basic"
Anonymous wrote:Anything by All Saints.


🥰 my go to for outerwear
Anonymous
Post 12/16/2023 16:14     Subject: Stylish but affordable handbag that is not "striver" or "basic"
So there’s a little bag maker on Etsy and the bags look good online. Although I don’t own one yet.
https://www.etsy.com/shop/Percibal
Anonymous
Post 12/16/2023 10:36     Subject: Stylish but affordable handbag that is not "striver" or "basic"
I’m a fan of
-fossil
-lucky
-Portland leather
-hobo


I like to stay under $200 and I avoid anything with a logo