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Help me find my dream leather hobo bag please!

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Brookville · 10/02/2015 19:47

Hello Ladies, I'm turning 40 this year and think it's high time I treated myself to a lovely bag that will last and make me feel proud. This has been a long search.... Criteria are:
-not black
-a single handle long enough to go over shoulder (with additional detachable cross-body strap)
-leather
-external pocket
-roomy but not absolutely massive (I want to carry a SLR camera in there with purse, brolley etc)
-under £150

One I like is the marc jacobs but it's too expensive and black and maybe a little small.

Any ideas of other brands I might try?
Thanks so much!

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Dancergirl · 10/02/2015 21:24

Peony and Moore?

toastandmarmiterocks · 10/02/2015 21:54

Ooo, watching with interest, I could have written your post OP. I really like this one [http://www.peonyandmoore.com/product_info.php?products_id=142&cPath=0_12]

toastandmarmiterocks · 10/02/2015 21:55

Oh bummer, crappy link. I'm on my phone, can't remember how to do it properly...

Brookville · 10/02/2015 21:58

Toast I'm out down the pub! Ill have a look later when I'm on the desktop so can check links. Have a look at Liebeskind. They sell on Amazon. I have a wallet from them. It's divine.

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Dancergirl · 10/02/2015 22:37

Which one is it toast?

TheCraicDealer · 11/02/2015 00:06

My boyfriend got me (at my request- he's not that good) this Grey&gclid=CPC52aTL2MMCFUWWtAodYTUAdA bag from whistles for Christmas. I got Oxblood which they don't have any more, but they still have black, navy and dark grey on stock. It's FAB, pretty much exactly what I was looking for- hobo-y but still smart enough for work, little pockets and a shoulder strap that converts to a cross body. And the inside is beige which makes finding shit in my jam packed handbag easier.

PoppyAmex · 11/02/2015 07:04

This is on my list and won't break the bank.

southeastastra · 11/02/2015 07:11

i have \link{http://www.amazon.co.uk/French-Connection-Womens-SBBAJ-Shoulder/dp/B00F6T0OSI\this in pink} it's lovely and big. though you can probably get cheaper than this link.

southeastastra · 11/02/2015 07:12

oops sorry no outside pocket

Brookville · 11/02/2015 07:22

Great! Going to check Peony& Moore. I hadn't thought about Whistles, French Connection or Massimo Duti. Thanks all! Why are they so expensive though, these leather bags? Is there a massive margin on them?

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SoljaBonita · 11/02/2015 07:33

If you are not fussed about Brands perhaps try aliexpress and buy one direct from manufacturer? Though its wise to check feedback carefully before ordering.

PrimalLass · 11/02/2015 07:41

Are you sure about a hobo bag? I absolutely hated mine - everything disappears into a great, dark, jumble of stuff.

southeastastra · 11/02/2015 07:52

i got my pink french connection one for £50 on ebay! def try the bay

Brookville · 11/02/2015 08:24

Prima I know what you mean. I think if it's not too big and with internal pockets for keys, pen, make up etc I'll be ok. I have one from here which is a good shape but it's leatherette and has a few nicks in it so getting scruffy.

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Brookville · 11/02/2015 08:25

Solja didn't know of aliexpress press so will look.

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