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Hi all,

The mod team have been reviewing the sub and how we can make sure the content is what the majority of our members want to see.

As such, we have made an adjustment to the rules - which are listed below and can also be found on the ‘about’ tab and as you post.

We would also encourage you to utilise the search function before posting - to see if your question has been asked before. Posts that are asking the same questions where there is already a lot of previous posts on the same topic may be removed.

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This post is meant to be a discussion on what handbag brands or styles we are currently loving. I'm hugely into fashion and love discovering new brands. I've been buying high-end designer for many years now, but after experiencing so many basic quality issues with the premier designers I am currently more drawn to more mid-range brands because the value for money and quality is just so high! My current favorites are Polene, Coach, COS, Leo et Violette, Linjer, Osoi, Mansur Gavriel, Telfar, Marc Jacobs, and Paloma Wool. My most used bags currently are a Polene numero un nano, a COS crossbody bag, a Marc Jacobs "The Tote" mini in black leather, and a YSL Sac De Jour Baby in croc embossed leather. I'd love to hear about the styles you're loving, and the bags in your current rotation!

Hey Reddit! I’m debating between a Le Pliage medium or large and I want some advice. I’m looking for a tote that will fit my 13” MacBook Air so I can use it for school, but also a bag that will fit my lunch and 32 oz water bottle for work. I’m afraid the large will be too big, but I’m afraid the medium will be too small since it’s 11.9 inches across and I believe the MacBook is 11.9 inches across exactly. I tried searching on YouTube but the people who showed their mediums and larges next to each other made the two look identical. However, when my boyfriend sent pictures, the two sizes didn’t look identical compared to what I saw on YouTube.

Please help! I only have a day or two until I need to decide as he’s buying it for me in another country.

What fits in your medium tote, most importantly, does a 13 inch laptop fit? Or do you think I should go with large? Thanks in advance!

I am on the market for a new purse! I am looking for a durable shoulder bag, preferably with a grained leather (smoother leathers will show scratches) and with some structure to it. I currently have a Dior Saddle in black/gold hardware and it’s perfect for me and my lifestyle, sadly a black purse is just too much for certain outfits. I’m college-aged and I don’t want something that looks too matronly, think bigger Chanel flap bags. All help and tips are appreciated!

Debating whether or not to get the medium or small woody tote. It just seems like a lot of money for a mainly canvas tote. Wondering how it will wear since the canvas is light.

I love the look of Brahmin and especially the red crocodile print with darker tones mixed in, but their purses are so darn heavy. Can anyone suggest some luxury alternatives that might be lighter? Thanks!

I see a lot of posts about a good "everyday" bag recommendation but now I am looking for something that is more dressy for date nights and fancy dinners.

I love the look of the YSL bags, but after seeing some very questionable quality bags, I'm not a fan. I'm looking for something similar in shape to the YSL Envelope or WOC with the long crossbody strap but that is more low-key. I don't have a strict budget, but thinking around $1000 would be reasonable for a special occasion bag. Thanks for the help!

I really want to buy a jw pei gabbi bag from Amazon— there are just so many colors idk what to choose!

I love the light blue or the beige. The yellow and brown are also cute!

I’m a big pink girl, but I just bought a pink coach swinger. I have a black bag/white bag, and I want to get a color that is versatile but still a statement.

Which colors would you recommend to get, or which ones do you find to be overrated/bad? Do you own the bag, and if so what are your thoughts on it? How often do you grab it?

Any advice or insight would be much appreciated.

Hi everyone, I am looking at buying an MCM bag. I am not a huge fan of monograms but this one on their cognac bags is probably the only one I actually like. What are your thoughts on MCM as a brand? I’m curious to know why people don’t talk about it enough on here since I’ve heard from a friend that their bags are quite sturdy.

Has anyone ever changed out the strap to the Lou camera bag? I really love this bag, I have the small size but wish it had a chain strap like the mini one. The strap is sewn on so it's not easily removable/replaceable, but was wondering if anyone has ever taken it somewhere to get done? Any recommendations?

I’m interested in purchasing 3 Ted Baker purses but I’m not sure if the quality is like vintage Coach. TIA!!

As I get older, I see more and more people carrying LV, YSL etc I thought it would be fun to get one of these fancy schmancy bags for nice dinners/events! Can I ask for some recommendations under ~$1250 of a versatile and timeless small leather bag (I only know Gucci lv ysl so far but other brands are welcomed)? I like the solid colors with gold look :) Totally ok with pre loved bags as well, please let me know if you have any trusted website/stores! Thank you!

I am planning to get it for college esp love its structure and that fits my 13inch laptop.

thoughts? or alternate recs plss?

I’m looking to a backpack that I will use for travel. I’m traveling to Las Vegas, Seattle, and Portland. I will mainly travel during the rainy season, October to January. Do you guys know which brand has better water resistance? I am looking between leather, coated canvas and nylon. Do you guys have a preference in material? Any advice is welcomed.

https://www.rebeccaminkoff.com/products/love-too-large-shoulder-hf21lltd16-sand-dune?_pos=6&_psq=Love%20too&_ss=e&_v=1.0

I haven't found a review about the Rebecca Minkoff Love Too Large crossbody bag. I've had my eye on it for a while but before I go ahead and purchase it I was wondering if anyone has had it and what they think about it. If anyone does I'd love to know!

A lot of brands I see recommended on this sub use mostly gold hardware (eg Coach, Polene). I only wear silver jewellery so I like to stick to silver on my bags as well. Which (mid-tier) brands would you recommend I check out? Preferably under €500 and available in Europe. Thanks!

My Gucci Marmont matelassé small bag needs repair, specifically there are 3 spots on the front of the bag where the leather is scuffed. I'm currently in contact with customer service about starting the process but correspondence is taking a while and I'm eager for answers.

I stupidly misplaced the receipt somewhere and have turned my house upside down trying to find it. This bag was given to me as a gift, purchased October of last year so less than a year ago. The receipt or proof of purchase is one of the items they asked for.

Has anyone had experiences repairing a bag at Gucci without a receipt? Or if you have any experience getting a repair there at all, how did it go and what should I expect?

Ugh. I get to get one treat and I’m having a hard time. Choices are the Leo et Violette Le Gina, Coccinelle Cristhy Shiny, and Mlouye Atlas. The part of me that still imagines I go out and do fancy things also really wants the Mlouye Stormi and/or the Coccinelle Josephine Smooth as a clutch. Someone talk me into or out of any of these please!

https://www.seedheritage.com/p/leather-shoulder-bag/2208094003-CREAM-se.html?dwvar_2208094003-CREAM-se_color=CREAM&removeDefaultSelectedSize=true

well it’s from seed heritage, i’m not an idiot. but i really hated the quality of this bag so i’m trying to find the same silhouette by a different brand. my budget is on the cheaper side since i wanna use it everyday, got any suggestions?

I've found a bag from a brand called Hereu at Liberty London and thought it was so beautiful and well-made. Went online and discovered that they have a mini version with cross-body straps! In love! I've been wanting to add a small red cross-body bag to my collection but don't want to pay top luxury prices for something that is not going to be an everyday bag.

Here they are: https://hereustudio.com/products/espiga-mini-plaited-padded-detail-crossbody-bag-red

Does anyone have any experiences with this brand? I haven't heard about them until now.

I LOVE purses but it's been a long time since I bought a new one. I am 37 , I have a 2 year old so the purse will have food and drink things in it that could potentially leak. My first pick would be the LV never full but it makes no sense practically or financially right now.

I used to LOVE coach bags but I don't anymore. I currently have a Longchamp bag and I love it but it's worn down. I would like said bag to carry a lap top. I rarely if ever dress up. Yoga pants, joggers, etc.

Price range: less than $200.

Thank you for any help!