Affordable Handbags

In this economy you might think how am I going to get an affordable designer handbag? The first thing to think about is what type of designer handbag you are looking for? What style or trend do I want? What type of fabric or leather am I looking for? What brand do I have in mind?  Can I really get the latest trends at a discounted price? Is it really possible to find a designer handbag below retail cost? Where could I possible find what I am looking for? I am going to guide you on where to find these bags at fraction of the cost and give you different ideas you may not have thought of so you can find the perfect bag at an affordable price. I will also give you ideas of how to find affordable vintage handbags and antique purses, which is always a great and trendy choice.

Coach Kristin Op Art Graphic Sequin Bag Purse

When you begin your search there is an endless variety of styles, textures and fabrics to choose from. Some of the varieties to choose from are straw purse, backpack purse, giraffe purse or other of animal print which can be cloth or actual animal leather, funky colored purses like a purple purse or red purse, I know that the hot color this year is mustard yellow, green and purple. Patchwork purse is a great choice and I know Lucky Brand has many of these handbags.

Maybe you are looking for more of a hippie tapestry bag or vintage handbags. I have always been drawn to the bohemian or hippie style which if you check all you departments stores this is a very very popular trend. Leather hobo bags or a beaded handbag are always a great choice. For the winter or fall season a suede handbag, vintage leather or tapestry bag are an awesome classic that will never go out of style. A very popular choice that is a must have in your personal collection is the black handbag or black leather purse.

This is a staple in every woman’s closet. Maybe you are going out for a night on the town, then you might

Antique Silver plated Filigree Clutch Purse

want to go with a silver clutch purse or beaded evening bag or just a simple clutch bag. These types of bags come in cloth, leather, silver metal, sterling and leather. Another item that is getting very popular and it seems like every designer makes them like Coach, Micheal Kors, Fossil and Dooney and Bourke make the Wristlet. This item comes in leather and cloth or signature fabric. Its a very nice item for when your running around and just need to take your money and a few other things. The wristlet is very affordable and something you can keep in your shoulder handbag and grab as you run into your favorite store.

All of these styles and types of bags can be found at any of your major departments stores and always look on the

Coach Poppy Storypatch Swing Purse

sales racks for a more affordable option. Another option to find more vintage items is an antique store or second hand store. These types of stores are always going to have a discounted or more affordable price. I will get more into this later on in the article.

I always like to check Ross or Marshalls and even TJ Maxx for all the designer names at a fraction of the cost. I’ve found Michael Kors, Coach, Juicy Couture, Dooney & Bourke, Kenneth Cole, Guess, Isabella Fiore, Tignanello purses and many other known designer handbags at very very affordable prices. Usually half off the original ticketed price.

Here are some ideas on what types of affordable handbag you can choose from. Next I will tell you how to find these bags at a fraction of there retail cost and where to find them. This is where the fun beings!!