So Boden have 'tributed' the Chloe Marcie for £200

[LaurieFairyCake]

Looks very similar

It's not bad at all.

Comes in two sizes

I like the look of it but it hasn't got a front flap closure but a zip at the top - reviews saying this is annoying.

Yes, I thought it looked quite good but have been completely put off by reading about the fussy zip. Not for me. I like to be able to get out and put away my Oyster card fast!

I have a bag with a zip in the top, but it's a soft bag with a well behaved zip. A stiffer bag (which that looks like) with a sticky zip would be beyond annoying, though.

Shame, because it looks nice (if it wasn't for the lack of pockets)

And my zip up bag has a big flap pocket which is where I keep my bus tickets, loose change, radar key and anything else I generally need quick access too. And a nice phone pocket at the back, which I can quickly drop my phone into when I need that hand free.

I don't normally notice bags but that shape is very early 70s and if you want a bargain, I often see them in vintage shops for less than £20 (probably higher nearer to London). Mostly tan, thick but nicely aged leather, flap fastening. But probably no inside pockets.

Ooh I like..I've been after a Marcie inspired bag for a while.

Though saying that, that zip does sound very annoying to have to clip up each time...