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Best designer bag dupes available to buy online at an affordable price

Whilst we’d all love a collection of designer handbags, for most of us, it’s not feasable to drop thousands of pounds on a simple accessory whenever we feel like it. The good news? You can get the look of nearly every iconic style for a much cheaper price point on the high street, which is where our handy guide comes in.

Maybe you’ve always wanted a classic quilted Chanel 2.55, or perhaps Bottega Veneta’s of-the-moment Cassette has caught your eye - either way, we’ve found similar wallet-friendly options from the likes of JW PEI, Mango and Zara that you don’t need a small fortune to afford.

Instead of spending the equivalent of multiple month’s rent in one fell swoop, you can cop them for as little as £8. And, just because they’re cheap, doesn’t mean to say they can’t live in your collection for years to come. Especially if you go for one of the most timeless styles... Marks & Spencer’s dupe of Celine’s Box Bag, we’re looking at you.

If you do want to invest in the designer style itself, we’ve also included links to the originals, too.

Keep scrolling for the best.

Ego Issy Ring Detail Shaped Cross Body Saddle Bag In Black Faux Leather

Dupe of: Dior Saddle Bag, £3,250, Dior

Whether you remember it from Sex & The City or you’ve spotted it on your IG feed thanks to its influencer cult status, we’re sure you’ll recognise Dior’s saddle bag. The good news? You can bag Ego’s dupe for almost 99 per cent off of the price of the genuine style.

Buy now £30.00, Ego

JW PEI Maze Bag - Sage Green

Dupe of: Bottega Veneta Cassette, £1,800, MatchesFashion

Bottega’s Cassette is the latest it bag. Spotted hanging from the shoulder of A-listers and influencers alike, it’s 2023’s hottest purchase - so why not get the look for a fraction of the price? Crafted using vegan leather, featuring silver hardware and an interior zip pocket, JW PEI’s Maze Bag is a great second best.

Buy now £129.00, JW PEI

Zara Shiny Shoulder Bag

Dupe of: Prada Rhinestone Hobo, £2,100, Prada

You’re always sure to find a quality dupe in Zara - as proven by this rhinestone bag that’s very similar to Prada’s iconic hobo. All it’s missing is the logo.

Buy now £29.99, Zara

Marks & Spencer Faux Leather Cross Body Bag

Dupe of: Celine Box Bag, £3,100, Celine

Perennially chic, Celine’s Box Bag will never go out of style. So, neither will M&S’s similar faux leather crossbody.

The perfect everyday bag, it will work with almost any outfit - and, like the Celine original, the gold-tone hardware elevates it to new heights.

Buy now £35.00, Marks & Spencer

Mango Jacquard shoulder bag

Dupe of: Fendi Baguette, £2,650, Fendi

Paris Hilton called - she wants her Fendi Baguette back.

This Noughties classic has come right back around and has become a Gen Z favourite - so if the £2,650 price tag is a touch too much for you, Mango’s jacquard style for £35.99 is a great alternative.

Buy now £35.99, Mango

Charles & Keith Quilted Flip-Lock Clutch - Black

Dupe of: Chanel 2.55 Handbag, £8,530, Chanel

Loved by everyone from Audrey Hepburn to Kate Moss, Chanel’s 2.55 is one of the most popular and well-known bags on the market - but it’s not all that attainable owing to its £8,530 price tag. Instead, to get the look, you could try Charles & Keith’s quilted design instead.

Buy now £69.00, Charles & Keith

UO Mini Y2K Biker Shoulder Bag

Dupe of: Balenciaga Cagole, £2,350, Balenciaga

A bag that’s been around since the French label’s pre-fall 2021 collection, Balenciaga’s Cagole is one of the most sought-after bags of the moment thanks to its 00s aesthetic and celebrity-approved rep. Urban Outfitters’ biker shoulder bag is much the same, minus the cost.

Buy now £32.00, Urban Outfitters

Shein Horsebit Decor Crocodile Embossed Baguette Bag

Dupe of: Gucci Jackie, £2,220, Gucci

Named the Jackie after Jackie Kennedy herself, Gucci’s reprise of the classic bag has been a roaring success. Spotted on Harry Styles, Cate Blanchett and Amandla Stenberg, it’s endorsed by the crème de la crème - and Shein’s horsebit design means you can get the look for less.

Buy now £7.56, Shein

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