How to find the perfect handbag on a budget!

December 6, 2010 carolef
Tags: bags, Burberry, clutch bags, Coach, designer bags, Gucci, handbags, Prada, X Factor

How to find the perfect handbag on a budget!

Millions of women all over the world spend hours online and in retail shops / shopping centre’s looking for the absolutely perfect handbag. The problem is that most of us can’t afford the designer bags we see everyday in the celebrity and fashion magazines. Just one Gucci, Marc Jacobs, Prada, Hermes, Lulu Guinness, Burberry, Coach or other designer bag can easily put you back 5 figures and is more than most of us make in a year.
So how do you find a great bag at a great price?
Making sure you get a good deal is not just for the budget conscious – in this economy no-one can afford to waste money. Finding a dream handbag or clutch bag for much less than expected can make the time spent searching worthwhile. If you know where to look and what you are looking for – you can find bargains even in Gucci, Prada or Burberry bags – and definitely in the more mid range Jane Shilton.
Start with the website of the brand you really want, and go from there. Check the prices on the official website and then do a search for other sites that carry the brand. On sites such as Amazon.co.uk, brand-named handbags can be found at a discount (30% or even higher). If you know how to spot a genuine X Factor bag then a touch of bidding on eBay can be brilliant fun and nab you a real bargain. Outlet centres like Cheshire Oakes can also throw up incredible bargains. You may need to check back over several weeks until your perfect handbag is available through eBay or in an discount outlet, but if you have the time and patience, it’s well worth the wait.
And don’t forget to check our pre-loved, gently worn designer bags sections at www.justaboutbags.com
If You Can’t Afford Designer, Go for the Look
Most non branded manufacturers will follow the seasons trends – see separate blog article on whats hot at the moment – so pick a quality manufacturer so you know the product will stand up to the test of time (check out our Nova bags and Taurus Leather Bags) – and then pick something on trend. No-one will ever know!
Don’t just buy the cheapest
With all the options available, settling for a poorly-constructed handbag should not even be considered. It doesn’t cost a thing to do your research before you step one foot in any store, so check the websites or ask a friend who’s fashion sense you admire, but don’t buy just any bag.
Your accessories not only set off your outfit – they say something about who you are – or at least who you are on a particular day. So make sure you pick something you love. There is nothing like a new handbag to boost our self esteem and positive mental attitude.

Remember – you can never have too many shoes or bags!

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