The Best Designer Dupe Handbags

high street fashion blogger Charlotte Buttrick Lurchhoundloves

Topshop Floral Dress, Pull and Bear Tracksuit Top and J W Anderson Lookalike handbag

Try Designer Dupes Before You Buy A High End Investment Handbag

Investing in the right designer handbag can be a tricky decision. Especially if you have been saving up your money to buy a forever handbag in your wardrobe. You definitely want to be making sure you are investing in the right style and shape for you, before breaking your bank account or saying goodbye to all that hard earned cash.

Last week I uploaded a video on my Givenchy Antigona – which you can watch here and subscribe to my channel if you’re new 😉 – and honestly I can say that I am 110% happy with my luxury handbag purchasing decision. I wanted an everyday handbag that is timeless, classic, chic and understated. That would fit my cameras, purse and makeup, which it does perfectly: job done.

J W Anderson white and black pierce bag dupe on UK fashion blog

J W Anderson Dupe Bag from Jessica Buurman

Designer Dupes Or The Real Thing?

In the past couple of weeks over on Instagram – you can follow me @charlottebuttrick– you may have spotted this monochrome guy pop up in an abundance of different photos. I also may have unintentionally fooled some of you into thinking that this is a J W Anderson white and black pierce bag. When, in fact, as the brand tags would hint, this beautiful dupe is from Jessica Buurman. Who, if you are looking for a designer dupe handbag, would be my first point of call. Not only are the designs spot on they also are made from real leather too (in most cases). Of course, you can’t expect the same quality as you would from the real deal. But, for anyone looking to obtain the designer look on a budget then this website is for you >> www.shopjessicabuurman.com.

In this post I am not going to touch on the ethics of designer dupes, or in fact how these bags can be so close to the originals. If I am being completely honest, I have no clue how patent law works, especially within the fashion industry, and I wouldn’t want to make a declaration of what is right and what is wrong. But, this aside the point of today’s post was to share with you why I think designer dupes are a good way to find the right luxury handbag for you, before making a stellar purchasing decision.

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I Am Wearing: Dress | Trainers | Jacket | Belt

Balenciaga Race Runners in black and pink street style witrh white and black J W Anderson medium pierce bag

How handbag dupes can help you to purchase the right luxury handbag

I have been toying with the idea of buying the J W Anderson pierce bag in medium for a couple of months now. But, to justify spending that amount of money on a bag after treating myself to a few things for my 30th is pretty much out of the question right now: unless I happen to drunk impulse buy over on the Selfridges website.

So, when I came across this J W Anderson dupe bag on the Jessica Buurman website I was intrigued to see how the quality, compared to the images on the site would match up. I have to say, I have been very impressed and it has somewhat dampened my desire for another designer handbag purchase….for now.

But, despite curbing my craving for a new bag, it has slightly made me lust after a J W Anderson handbag (but in pink) even more! I love the shape of this bag, the ring detailing and how it can be used with a short or long shoulder strap, or as a clutch bag. The concertina compartments are not as practical as my Givenchy Antigona (granted) but I can still fit in my phone, sunglasses, keys and some makeup. And, as you have probably guessed from my Instagram, I have already got quite a bit of use from this bag.

In short. By testing out a designer dupe handbag you can see if the shape and style is practical for your needs before splurging on a luxury handbag price tag. Also, you probably wouldn’t struggle to sell your  designer dupe for a decent price on eBay or Depop after doing so either.

Best Dupe Handbags for J W Anderson from Jessica Buurman

The Best Designer Handbag Dupes

For anyone who wants to try before you buy, or just wants to get the designer look for less. I have added a widget below (make sure your ad blocker is off to view), with the best lookalike handbags for you to click on and shop.

Or, for those of you looking to invest in the real deal. My favourite places to shop designer handbags online include: Selfridges, Harvey Nichols, Farfetch, My Theresa and Netaporter. Happy Shopping!

*P.S: Handbags below listed from Amazon ship to US only but the rest should deliver to the UK :)*

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11 Comments

  1. 26/04/17 / 9:22 pm

    You are so right! I’m also in for testing dupes before purchasing a luxury bag. A couple of years ago I bought a quilted leather bag which looks pretty much like the 2.55 from Chanel and after years of using it, I came to the conclusion that I found the bag that suits my needs. It fits all my essentials and now I know what I’ll have to invest in. I might also have to look into the one you are wearing because it looks quite amazing! xx

    Andreea,
    http://couturezilla.com/

    • 03/05/17 / 1:39 pm

      Thanks Andreea! I think it is so important to know what you need to be able to carry around and what the bag you want will fit in before making a big buying decision! xx

  2. 26/04/17 / 10:13 pm

    Wow that bag is gorgeous and so is that dress! I don’t actually own a designer bag. I always said I’d buy one with my first “proper” pay cheque, but then I had to pay for a sofa so it took a back seat haha! xx

    Jessie | allthingsbeautiful-x

    • 03/05/17 / 1:39 pm

      But at least you know you are getting lots of use from your Sofa 🙂 xx

  3. Lizzie
    27/04/17 / 11:54 am

    I actually can’t believe the price of some of these dupes, incredible! There are three that I just have to have and all under £30 I won’t even feel guilty 🙂

    theButter.co.uk

    • 03/05/17 / 1:39 pm

      Indeed! the desire for a new bag has completely been curbed by these affordable ones! xx

  4. Sophie
    27/04/17 / 4:23 pm

    Gorgeous photos as always, love how you have styled that dress. Cannot believe how affordable the dupes you have linked at the bottom are!
    Sophie xxx | Sophar So Good

    • 03/05/17 / 1:38 pm

      Thanks Sophie 🙂 I know right, some are so good! xx

    • 03/05/17 / 1:38 pm

      Thanks Rachael, some of them are really good quality too! xx

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