https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-much-would-you-spend-for-a-bag Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:22:53 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-much-would-you-spend-for-a-bag/page/2#post-2320345 Thu, 27 Apr 2023 18:20:18 +0000 Janet 2320345@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Interesting, and of course we all have different priorities, budgets, and tastes! I appreciate the respectful nature of this forum that there is no judgment of anyone who pays anything from single to four digits for a bag! </p> <p>It’s a funny thing about “quiet luxury” and logos, etc. I am not a fan of logos but my designer bags (namely Stella McCartney and Issey Miyake) are recognizable enough without logos that there are multiple knockoffs of each. I buy for *design* not logos. If I love a design, the quality is commensurate, and it suits my needs, I will buy the bag! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-much-would-you-spend-for-a-bag/page/2#post-2320264 Thu, 27 Apr 2023 04:38:41 +0000 Zaeobi 2320264@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Chuckling to myself that those of us who like wearing bags without flashy logos have been doing 'quiet luxury' long before it became a trend lol... </p> <p>Also marvelling at all the folk who have had people gift them bags that they still use - that's quite a feat! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-much-would-you-spend-for-a-bag/page/2#post-2320258 Thu, 27 Apr 2023 04:17:28 +0000 Sloper 2320258@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’ve spent four figures on 3-4 bags, when I was working and could afford it. &nbsp;Two Mulberry bags (one to celebrate a major professional milestone), The Row, another by a designer that isn’t in business anymore and the name flew out of my brain. &nbsp;<div><br /></div><div>They are all certainly a pleasure to use, and have worn very well.</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-much-would-you-spend-for-a-bag/page/2#post-2320242 Thu, 27 Apr 2023 02:18:12 +0000 Debbie 2320242@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love bags but I have never spent over $500. I laughing told a friend that I am going to give myself a luxury bag as soon as my grandson graduates from college.</p> <p>On another note. A friend gave me a Bagallini for traveling. I am going to use for the first time next week. I will bring another bag too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-much-would-you-spend-for-a-bag/page/2#post-2320187 Wed, 26 Apr 2023 19:18:55 +0000 salt-sea 2320187@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm not much of a bag person, mostly due to lifestyle I think; Not living in a city I keep things that might otherwise be in my purse in my car, and with apple pay and a mobile phone app that opens my car, I generally go into stores and friend's houses without a bag at all. </p> <p>I have three small crossbodies which I mostly use for vacation travel, and then a couple of tote bags; one ancient brown suede that is looking a bit ratty, and one nice Cuyana zip tote. Have a few Longchamp totes, from when I used to be able to get them at the Dublin airport for €70. I have a few clutches too, which I use for going out to dinner/events.</p> <p>I use a nylon fanny pack crossbody most of all and that was probably under $30. My crossbodies &amp; totes are all under $200 each.</p> <p>I covet Bao Bao bags, but can't justify the cost, at least until I have some perfect occasion for it.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-much-would-you-spend-for-a-bag/page/2#post-2320147 Wed, 26 Apr 2023 13:56:32 +0000 Jaime 2320147@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have gotten away from my desire for designer bags. Lately I have been wearing Madewell and LuLu Lemon cross bodies. I have a simple black Poleme bag and a black Claire V bag that I use in dressier situations. I am in the market for another Claire Vivier though. Love her bags/ well made and many under $500. There is also a French crossbody l am hot for -Rivedroite Custine waist bag. It's only $70.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-much-would-you-spend-for-a-bag/page/2#post-2320083 Wed, 26 Apr 2023 05:02:50 +0000 Astrid 2320083@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like to shop sustainable brands and there actually aren't that many fancy bag brands out there who produce certified bags. I've been looking for a new leather handbag for a while now and haven't seen anything I liked. In everyday life I just use messenger bags or backpacks. I would be prepared to pay up to 300€ I think, but only if the bag was exactly what I was looking for. My everyday bags that I own right now were all under 100€... Good quality and construction, but no fancy name brand. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-much-would-you-spend-for-a-bag/page/2#post-2319981 Tue, 25 Apr 2023 18:14:47 +0000 Carol 2319981@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So...the consensus is:&nbsp;<br />most of us spend/would spend only 3 figures for a bag.<br />A few of us have spent 4 figures, but these bags tend to last decades (I marvel at how these bags last that long.)<br />Many of us buy things on sale/secondhand that can take quite a beating, and many of us prefer almost sporty, practical bags, like crossbodies, fanny packs and backpacks.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>I think what I liked most about this post is learning there are many great brands that are in the cozy medium between designer brands and Target--that have high quality and durability, but don't cost the price of a celebrity engagement ring.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-much-would-you-spend-for-a-bag/page/2#post-2319976 Tue, 25 Apr 2023 16:50:22 +0000 Lynette 2319976@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think $100 is my max. I usually wait til I find something fabulous at half price. I do have two Furlas that I bought that way. I also like Kate Spade and have snagged a few for a bargain at places like Marshalls or TJMax. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-much-would-you-spend-for-a-bag/page/2#post-2319888 Tue, 25 Apr 2023 02:37:02 +0000 Zaeobi 2319888@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've never owned a designer bag - not because I'm against it, but because practicality &amp; quality come first for me, then unobstrusive logos &amp; a round shape. I only consider a bag if it ticks ALL my boxes, no matter the price, but I think the most I've ever spent on one is £100-£150. </p> <p>In the past, I've spent anywhere from:<br /> ~ £7 on the Uniqlo half moon bag (guess it wasn't selling as well over here so I bought it discounted for hiking - before it went viral!)<br /> ~ £10 on my teal oval belt bag (a surprising workhorse, since there's no way it's real leather but it hasn't flaked or peeled with almost daily use over 3 years - bought on a whim because of its handsfree convertibility)<br /> ~ £80 on my Steve Madden Bbrenda sequin purse (I expect to keep this one for life - convertible from a circle clutch to crossbody with a double zipper for security!)<br /> ~ £100 on my chocolate leather backpack (bought from the men's section because I needed something with a padded laptop sleeve but also wanted a curved top).<br /> ~ I also have a circle backpack for city excursions, a straw circle crossbody for the beach &amp; a travel backpack, but I don't like having to switch things out regularly lol.</p> <p>TL;DR: I'd be open to a designer bag if it was curved, sturdy yet lightweight, practical to carry, big enough &amp; in my autumnal colours. That's not a huge ask, is it? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-much-would-you-spend-for-a-bag/page/2#post-2319834 Mon, 24 Apr 2023 21:46:16 +0000 MsMary 2319834@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've paid four figures for a bag a few times --</p> <p>A Burberry at the flagship store in London<br />A Chanel at a consignment store in Manhattan for a milestone birthday<br />A Gucci in Florence<br />A Louis Vuitton in Paris</p> <p>Each time, it was as much entertainment/vacation splurge as it was a fashion purchase, although I will say all those bags are still in regular rotation (and after this season of Succession I'm very glad my Burberry isn't all-over signature plaid LOL). And I feel like each time was a very special circumstance that I don't really see being repeated any time soon. </p> <p>I have a pretty big bag collection and most of them were in the low three figures. Since the pandemic I'm not into buying new bags as much, although I still enjoy using the ones I have.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-much-would-you-spend-for-a-bag/page/2#post-2319819 Mon, 24 Apr 2023 19:59:06 +0000 Carla 2319819@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’ve spent up to $350 on a bag, but that was maybe 10 years ago? &nbsp;I’ve kind of stopped looking, after finding a perfect-for-me bag at thrift for $35. &nbsp;I’m fussy now, and look for certain characteristics. &nbsp;I generally want a flap-over without zippers (which scratch my hands), a wide strap (skimpy ones cut into my shoulder), and light weight. &nbsp;I don’t think I would spend $$$ on a bag nowadays, but I did recently splurge on a nicer than average suitcase :-D</p> <div><br /></div><div>I&nbsp;<i>love&nbsp;</i>the LePliage bags for travel, and the thrifted Coach bags for errands and such. &nbsp;The Uniqlo half-moon pouch gets used for urban rambles. &nbsp;(Today I got warm during the walk, and was able to stuff my puffer into the bag, as well as my wallet, keys, tissues, a pen, a day-timer, and a cel phone!)</p> <p></div></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-much-would-you-spend-for-a-bag/page/2#post-2319805 Mon, 24 Apr 2023 18:53:24 +0000 Minaminu 2319805@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I do like a good handbag and have a small collection!!! I am very fond of handbags, part of it is a reminder of my childhood when playing with my mum and grandma's handbags, both of them had great pieces. My mum still has a few from my grandma and I hinted that I wouldn't mind looking after one of them when the time is right.&nbsp;</p> <p>Personally, I find certain prices extraordinary as they not always reflect the quality. I am OK with the limit that I set myself (my max is £500) as I prefer focusing on the quality rather that the brand and look after them by cleaning/conditioning the leather as well as rotate them seasonally.&nbsp;</p> <p>My eldest handbag is 12/15 years old and still going strong. The majority of my handbags are from the same brand as I like their ethos, the structured shaped and the fact that they are produced in Europe by skilled artisans.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-much-would-you-spend-for-a-bag/page/2#post-2319796 Mon, 24 Apr 2023 17:31:23 +0000 Ket 2319796@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’m cheap I guess? All of my most beautiful and beloved purses were thrifted and very special, unique vintage—purchased from Goodwill for $1.25 back in the day. The golden days of thrifting for such gems are gone now, as lamented by many other ladies into vintage who thrifted a lot. So I suppose my purses are now priceless in a way. I love very special, unique, and handcrafted items generally. Designer labels don’t always say that to me. </p> <p>If I did spend money, it would maybe be $200 for harness or saddle style leather, so it wore well. (Mom life! I need it to stand up!) But I really don’t care about designer labels and logos. I want something that feels unique and special to me. I live near Denver and every woman and her dog owns a designer label purse. Or it’s very utilitarian and a backpack from a sports/outdoors label. It’s basically all about status symbol. Drives me up a wall. 8-10 years ago, I used to buy purses from Target that were stylish and then donate when I tired of them. (So I didn’t wear out my special vintage purses.) I know today that is probably very taboo to do. fast fashion and all. But when you’re young and poor, it works.</p> <p>My current carry is a larger Kate Spade quilted leather handbag. My best friend’s husband gifted me several of her purses after she suddenly passed away, as a way to remember her. I’m careful with it because the leather is soft and thin, and I have a feeling it could scuff and damage easily. I switch it out every couple of months to keep it fresh. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-much-would-you-spend-for-a-bag/page/2#post-2319789 Mon, 24 Apr 2023 16:59:26 +0000 Carol 2319789@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Kate</b>--that sounds about like me, too.</p> <p><b>Suntiger</b>--You know, my Baggalini does have gold hardware, and I would say it has a more classic shape appropriate for daily use. (And yes, those influencers probably do return those purchases.)</p> <p><b>Rachylou</b>--I marvel at how they make something that gets so much wear and tear last that long.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Em</b>--Hermes bag? Ooh, picture, please.</p> <p><b>Sal</b>--Does tracking wears take time? I am curious about this.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-much-would-you-spend-for-a-bag/page/2#post-2319784 Mon, 24 Apr 2023 16:43:13 +0000 Carol 2319784@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Mia</b>--it is amazing what great quality you can get secondhand.<b><br /></b><br /><b>Annabelle</b>--it's amazing how long that piece will last. Quite a unique find.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Irina</b>--is Bao Bao Issey Miyake? You know I went into that store with friends when I was a poor college student living in NYC--went in a couple times. They let us touch and examine everything, knowing full well we wouldn't buy anything. I'll always remember that. The Bao Bao tote is beautiful, as well.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Vildy</b>--it is certainly less nerve-wracking to carry around a less prestigious bag than Chanel.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Cat2</b>--those brands you mentioned all look great for the price point.&nbsp;<br /><b></b><br /><b></b> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-much-would-you-spend-for-a-bag/page/2#post-2319779 Mon, 24 Apr 2023 16:28:35 +0000 Anonymous 2319779@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My most recent bag was about $350 Canadian, and that was a Black Friday sale a few years ago. &nbsp;I have some older Coach, from when they were all leather and made in the US, and two dressier leather clutches which hardly ever go out now. &nbsp;I’ve aiways liked nice leather bags, preferably leather-lined, too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-much-would-you-spend-for-a-bag/page/2#post-2319773 Mon, 24 Apr 2023 16:08:23 +0000 LJP 2319773@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It’s funny how things have changed . I’m so uninterested in bags now and am happy to use one of my functional crossbody bags , or my coat pocket lol, most days . I find using an actual purse to be annoying - and just one more thing to deal with . I have a nice collection of bags of all types and qualities and have zero need for anything new . It doesn’t mean I don’t love and appreciate bags anymore , but it’s one wardrobe category that I never think about now . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-much-would-you-spend-for-a-bag/page/2#post-2319771 Mon, 24 Apr 2023 15:59:19 +0000 Angie 2319771@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Carol</b>, sounds like you are in good company!&nbsp;</p> <p><b>LJP,</b> I echo <b>Suz</b> on a belated CONGRATS! Bagallini is popular with some of my clientele, for age same reasons.&nbsp;</p> <p>Personally, I'm a BAG PERSON!<b> I LOVE HANDBAGS!!</b>! I swap them out many times a&nbsp;week.<b>&nbsp;It gives me GREAT JOY.&nbsp;</b>I&nbsp;have about 25, and more or less stick to that&nbsp;number. I cannot store more at this point.&nbsp;<br /><b></b><br />My bags are what you see first when I am out and about - which is <i>always </i>because I lead an urban walking life. I am never without a bag. It's the next most important practical item in my life after shoes. They must be dressy, and convert to crossbody. Most of my bags are Furla.&nbsp;</p> <p>I typically spend between $450 to $550 on a handbag. Sometimes more, and sometimes less if I am lucky on a sale. I am open to spending four digits on a bag.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-much-would-you-spend-for-a-bag/page/2#post-2319751 Mon, 24 Apr 2023 14:00:49 +0000 kellygirl 2319751@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'd say no more than $200 but I'd prefer to pay less. I really only use cross body bags for work/every day because I can slip them into my work tote. I've used a grey Tumi for the last few years (NAS) purchase. I like it but it's a little small and doesn't fit my glasses if I have my phone and small wallet in it. &nbsp;Bags are a low priority for me but I enjoy seeing how others wear and choose them.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-much-would-you-spend-for-a-bag#post-2319734 Mon, 24 Apr 2023 12:27:42 +0000 RobinF 2319734@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hmm, interesting topic. I don't spend a lot on bags, probably the most I ever have was maybe $150. I like them and have a small collection but don't use one for work (I just carry a wallet and large tote bag each day which I don't count as part of my purse collection) but I do use them when I go out at other times. I don't want to spend a lot because I can be fickle and love one for a few months then I switch to a different one.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-much-would-you-spend-for-a-bag#post-2319722 Mon, 24 Apr 2023 11:39:07 +0000 kkards 2319722@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hmmm. Before I get to the answer of what l’d spend, I’d like to unpack a couple of your statements. &nbsp;<div><i><b>the influencers act like these bags are wardrobe staples…</b></i>well, I don’t know about the influencers, but I know that for myself, I carry a bag everyday..so they are wardrobe staples, I literally could not leave the house without one.&nbsp;<br /></div><div><b><i>An</i></b><b><i>d I seriously wonder how many of these girls can really afford them. &nbsp;</i></b><i></i>One thing I’ve learned over the years is that each of us makes financial decisions that baffle/confuse others. &nbsp;my TV is 10 years old, I don’t have any streaming services because they are not important to me, but I love shoes, so I spend the money that others will use for the latest electronics technology and monthly streaming on shoes instead. &nbsp;As for how they can afford them, I don’t know who you follow, but the people I ‘follow’ are all upfront about where they buy from (many buy 2nd hand) and how much they spend and roughly how much they make, and when and where they themselves are reselling what they have. &nbsp;<br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Ok, sorry, I think I woke up on the wrong side of the bed this morning…anyway I will and have spent anywhere from $100 to $1000 on a bag…I’m very particular and want/need a bag that holds just enough but not too much, I want/need it to be hands free and easy to get into. &nbsp;</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-much-would-you-spend-for-a-bag#post-2319713 Mon, 24 Apr 2023 04:43:05 +0000 Janet 2319713@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well, I have a Bao Bao flat backpack, purchased new but from a seller from which I got a very appealing discount. I can’t really see paying four figures for a bag. </p> <p>I have to say the Bao Bao is one of my most successful purchases of the last few years — I use it more than any of my other bags by far, it still looks brand new, it’s neutral and versatile, and suits my style perfectly. It’s distinctive but classic in a way. I get compliments on it all the time. I will use it for years to come! It’s already down to way lower cost per wear than some of my cheaper bags. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-much-would-you-spend-for-a-bag#post-2319707 Mon, 24 Apr 2023 04:00:54 +0000 Barbara Diane 2319707@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My favorite bags have been a nylon Nordstrom labeled bag with a key ring strap and small bag included for $30. When they discontinued them there were not many nylon bags; it was a shock to buy a Longchamp. I had no idea it was a thing. I also loved a leather handbag I bought years ago at a craft show but now as I carry so much more I prefer my bag to be light. And another favorite is a large soft quilted bag with a chain strap for events. </p> <p>I’ve never picked a purse for status, and I tend to treat my purses a bit roughly, so I’ve never spent more than $150. If something was perfect I might spend more. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-much-would-you-spend-for-a-bag#post-2319705 Mon, 24 Apr 2023 03:36:55 +0000 Jenni NZ 2319705@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’m like Dee, I’m not a bag aficionado. I can’t remember the most expensive one I have bought but suspect a grey one at a boutique a number of years ago, it had an interesting pattern on the side and I had a voucher for $50 off anything full priced. Which probably took it down to about $150?? And maybe $150 another time for a tan leather one. My current light bronze one is not leather and was a stop-gap in 2019. It was under $100 and used almost exclusively since! So I am low-key looking for another. I would possibly be scared to buy a designer one in case it got lost or stolen? And I’m not snobby about them. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-much-would-you-spend-for-a-bag#post-2319700 Mon, 24 Apr 2023 02:17:26 +0000 Jaime 2319700@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have too many bags and almost all of them are second hand. I do not think I have spent more than $100 for any one of them and most considerably less. This includes a few vintage designer bags, which I mainly bought because they were so cheap (this was years ago when second hand was not valued the way it is today). Anyway, regarding influencers with huge designer bag collections, I wonder if they are not a clever tax write off/investment for some of them.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-much-would-you-spend-for-a-bag#post-2319695 Mon, 24 Apr 2023 01:05:32 +0000 Roberta 2319695@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I must add that I will always be a little sad that I didn't buy the Laughing Felix Rogue bag (below) when it was available. It was about $800 and I couldn't justify it.</p> <p>If I bought it now, I probably wouldn't carry it often, but I would definitely name it and pet it every day. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-much-would-you-spend-for-a-bag#post-2319693 Mon, 24 Apr 2023 00:57:20 +0000 Roberta 2319693@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I was very, very, tempted by an eggplant leather Marc Jacobs bag for $700 once. I walked away from it. Too close to my mortgage!</p> <p>To date the most expensive bag I've ever bought was a gorgeous Ralph Lauren shoulder bag for $350. I loved it and carried it almost every day for two years. It was still in great condition when I sold it for $75.&nbsp;</p> <p>I'm at a place now where the bags that I like and need are never going to be expensive, because I don't want leather and I don't need a big bag.</p> <p>BUT I do believe that if you find the bag you love and you know you'll use it multiple times a week - throw a few hundred dollars at it! It will make you happy every time you pick it up. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-much-would-you-spend-for-a-bag#post-2319692 Mon, 24 Apr 2023 00:56:41 +0000 Dee 2319692@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm not really a handbag aficionado - I tend to use the same bag all the time. My current bag of choice is a black nylon crossbody bag from Roots that I bought for about $50. </p> <p>The most expensive bag I've ever bought was around $175 for a Fossil but I find it somewhat bulky now. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-much-would-you-spend-for-a-bag#post-2319691 Mon, 24 Apr 2023 00:55:18 +0000 Sal 2319691@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>One thing that tracking my wears has taught me is how much wear bags and footwear get (compared to my dresses and blazers).&nbsp; It makes me determined to have bags that I love and a small collection to have some options.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p> </p>