https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-buy-some-high-quality-handbags Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 14 May 2026 00:34:17 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-buy-some-high-quality-handbags#post-482000 Tue, 06 Dec 2011 05:04:59 +0000 stringy 482000@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for the suggestions everyone! I do prefer a shoulder strap if possible, but I'd change if the other features were exactly what I wanted. </p> <p>Sounds like Fossil is a good place to start my search, and David Jones and Myer. I'll stay away from the Guess bags if the quality isn't that great. </p> <p>David Jones seems to stock the Mimco range, which are quite nice. Has anyone got an opinion on Mimco's quality? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-buy-some-high-quality-handbags#post-481267 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 13:27:06 +0000 Mochi 481267@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I know, right? Look like something you'd otherwise have to go to Firenze or Milan to pick up. Sigh </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-buy-some-high-quality-handbags#post-481260 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 13:13:47 +0000 Claudia 481260@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oooooh... Mochi, those PN bags are right up my alley. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-buy-some-high-quality-handbags#post-481258 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 13:01:52 +0000 Mochi 481258@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks to this discussion (I'm also on the search), I discovered a designer I'd never heard of, and now am in serious covet mode: </p> <p><a href="http://www.dillards.com/shop/Handbags/_/N-lfyuZ1jl/Ntk-all/Ntt-patricia+nash/Nty-1?storeId=301&#038;langId=-1&#038;catalogId=301&#038;ddkey=http:SearchResultList" rel="nofollow">http://www.dillards.com/shop/H.....ResultList</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/search/search.jsp?searchPhrase=patricia+nash&#038;listViewSize=&#038;indexStart=0&#038;sortBy=&#038;sortOrder=&#038;categories=&#038;categories2=&#038;categories3=&#038;categories4=&#038;skucolor=&#038;priceLow=&#038;priceHigh=&#038;skusize=&#038;brand=&#038;maxPrice=&#038;minPrice=" rel="nofollow">http://www.urbanoutfitters.com.....;minPrice=</a></p> <p>However, they're probably not the type of bags you're looking for. </p> <p>I realize I probably enjoy googling more than most people, and many seem to find it overwhelming, but here I think it's your best bet. Just punch in handbags, australia, online and a lot of choices should open up for you. Anything I could recommend to you would probably have shipping charges that go through the roof! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-buy-some-high-quality-handbags#post-481254 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 12:50:04 +0000 goldenpig 481254@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I third the rec for Fossil--both of my favorite bags are Fossil. One of them I've had for years and it's in great shape! I hardly ever carry anything else! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-buy-some-high-quality-handbags#post-481250 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 12:17:09 +0000 rute 481250@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't love Guess quality.. I would start also with Fossil, the leather quality is amazing! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-buy-some-high-quality-handbags#post-481231 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 10:09:28 +0000 shipskitty 481231@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Stringy Trent Nathan are an aussie brand and make lovely quality well-made leather handbags - they might be worth investigation. I have one of their bags for work and it makes my heart sing every day. Fossil are definitely a good option as well - very nice quality. I'm weighing up some of their bags now for a casual bag...</p> <p>I presume you have David Jones and Myer in Perth as we do in Adelaide. Both stock good ranges of quality bags. They only have a fraction of their range online but that can be a starting point. The best thing is to go in to one with your price range firmly in mind and just have a look and a feel...see what calls to you and try piling in all your stuff. Heft them around. Take a photo and go away and think about it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-buy-some-high-quality-handbags#post-481223 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 09:20:55 +0000 Katiepea 481223@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hello! long time no see! :-)</p> <p>How much are you looking at spending? I keep wondering about some of the Oroton bags? <a href="http://www.oroton.com/work-travel/w1/i1001618/" rel="nofollow">http://www.oroton.com/work-travel/w1/i1001618/</a></p> <p>I had a Guess bag, but I have to be honest when I say I wasn't at all impressed with the quality of the stitching and fabrication. </p> <p>Good luck! Let us know what you end up with. x </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-buy-some-high-quality-handbags#post-481195 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 06:37:26 +0000 Marley 481195@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think that you just need to go to some department stores and start looking, "trying them on", feeling them, checking out the closures, etc. I really can't imagine starting from scratch (like you are) without actually shopping for them in person, rather than on line. There are a zillion quality brand handbags out there - just take your time, and have fun looking! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-buy-some-high-quality-handbags#post-481167 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 05:10:12 +0000 Sylvie 481167@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It sounds like you might like a satchel style bag. Do you have a preference for how you'd like to be able to carry it - over shoulder, in hand, or crossbody? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-buy-some-high-quality-handbags#post-480739 Sun, 04 Dec 2011 17:10:14 +0000 lyn* 480739@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hey Stringy!</p> <p>I love Perth! You're so lucky to live there!</p> <p>I'd start with Fossil - I loooove their bags and they're super sturdy! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-buy-some-high-quality-handbags#post-480736 Sun, 04 Dec 2011 16:43:35 +0000 HelenInCanada 480736@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi stringy! It's a great start that you know exactly what you need to buy! I don't live in Australia, obviously, but have you checked out the department stores in your area where you can browse and play around with different bags in the mirror without being hounded by a sales associate? For me, if I'm in need of something and just want to see what's available, I go to The Bay - our major dept store that carries great brands - and can look for hours without being pressured to buy. Or you can start looking at bags online (perhaps the Aussies on the forum can step in and recommend good sites for you!) and do some pre-shopping before deciding! There are so many beautiful quality bags out there. Don't know your price range, but I'm sure what you're seeking will be relatively easy to find! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-me-buy-some-high-quality-handbags#post-480604 Sun, 04 Dec 2011 09:23:34 +0000 stringy 480604@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>All except one of my handbags have decided to fall apart this month. And the one I have left is a tiny black wristlet that's perfect for nights out and not much else :)</p> <p>I'm looking to buy some handbags that are high-quality enough to last for years and years. I don't mind paying a lot, saving up, putting them on lay-by or credit if it means I can sort out this handbag issue once and for all. </p> <p>What I need:<br /> 1 tan handbag suitable for taking to work<br /> 1 black or dark navy handbag suitable for taking to work<br /> 1 wristlet or clutch for nights out, preferably in pale pink but I'd consider any fun colour.</p> <p>The handbags would have to fit a water bottle and a paperback book as well as wallet, phone, etc. But giant totes and hobos make me look like I'm a little girl playing dress-ups with mum's bag I don't really like too much bling or hardware, but quirky shapes or details are fine. </p> <p>Where on earth do I start looking? Even in sleepy little Perth there are some designer stores opening up lately, but I'm too scared to go in unless I know what I'm looking for, eek! </p>