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Your go to everyday inexpensive handbag?

123 replies

Obsesetits · 01/09/2025 07:24

I’m in the market for a new handbag, I can no longer afford anything too luxurious but equally I’d like a nice, decent quality bag.

I can’t decide on what I want so show me yours! 🫶

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Icedlatteplease · 01/09/2025 20:20

Another uniqlo bag fan

I have the leather bucket bag (which i use with an organiser) and a gingham sling bag but, and (i know you said no tab close), but this one has ruined me for all others,
https://www.uniqlo.com/uk/en/products/E475638-000/00

It closes in beautifully even if the tab isn't closed. I tie the tab if I'm in a high risk area but I can leave it open as a dump bag too. I can wear it cross body or shoulder and different lengths. Perfect for my dodgy back. Definitely looks modern and very very light. I loves it. Heaven only knows what I'm going to do when I have to go back to smart bags when the holiday is over!

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https://www.uniqlo.com/uk/en/products/E475638-000/00

LoafofSellotape · 01/09/2025 20:22

Icedlatteplease · 01/09/2025 20:20

Another uniqlo bag fan

I have the leather bucket bag (which i use with an organiser) and a gingham sling bag but, and (i know you said no tab close), but this one has ruined me for all others,
https://www.uniqlo.com/uk/en/products/E475638-000/00

It closes in beautifully even if the tab isn't closed. I tie the tab if I'm in a high risk area but I can leave it open as a dump bag too. I can wear it cross body or shoulder and different lengths. Perfect for my dodgy back. Definitely looks modern and very very light. I loves it. Heaven only knows what I'm going to do when I have to go back to smart bags when the holiday is over!

Now I want your bag!! In green.

cloudjumper · 01/09/2025 20:33

I love Nicky James bags, been using them for years

Icedlatteplease · 01/09/2025 20:36

LoafofSellotape · 01/09/2025 20:22

Now I want your bag!! In green.

DO IT!!!

you won't regret it.

In all honesty i think it might just go with a number of my smarter outfits too (I like long structured but slightly slouchy trousers) so i might just never use a different bag again.

TheFairyCaravan · 01/09/2025 20:39

I use a Fablou Luna. I have it in multiple colours. IIt’s not the most stylish of bags but I use crutches all the time which have knackered my shoulders so I can’t use anything heavy because they cause me pain. The Luna is really light, plus it fits my Kindle and water bottle which is a bonus.

Here

StMarie4me · 01/09/2025 20:46

Was 50p off a car boot 7 years ago. Leather cross body. Love it!

Sorry.

Changeofnameforthis2025 · 01/09/2025 21:00

OhDorWheresthesalad · 01/09/2025 07:49

My current one was from White Stuff, about £60. Irritatingly, it's bombproof, so still looks fine 4 years on, but I'm sick of looking at it now.

Lol, same. 🤣

FeatheryFlorence · 01/09/2025 21:08

This one - Zede Paris Pont des Arts

Your go to everyday inexpensive handbag?
LadyRoughDiamond · 01/09/2025 21:13

Another vote for Longchamp Le Pliage here!

MiniStormInATeacup · 01/09/2025 21:32

buffytheslayer · 01/09/2025 20:22

I’ve just ordered this
https://www.ollieandnic.com/products/the-gigi-crossbody-bundle?variant=55459259416951

i also look for Coach bags in the sale as often really good prices

You won't be disappointed. I have 5 Ollie and Nic bags - in different colours/styles. I love them. They are so useful. Look compact but fit a lot in them. I like that I can change the straps around on them.

Trendyname · 01/09/2025 23:16

Ak732087D · 01/09/2025 14:45

Uniqlo bag here too 😅

Ever since I bought my Uniqlo bag, I stopped using my nice ones especially during travels. I have even taken it to a few fancy restaurants because it was with me the whole day and I didn’t have time to go back and change.

KOALABEAR12 · 01/09/2025 23:18

Yep Longchamp Le Pliage if I need an everyday bag

Ksibeij · 01/09/2025 23:35

Have a look at Fat Face bags

KaitlynFairchild · 02/09/2025 00:47

My go-to is my beige Cambridge Satchel Company bag, which must be at least 6 years old now. The leather just keeps getting softer and lovelier. Not cheap, but has withstood some rough use.

Iamalltheyhavenow · 02/09/2025 01:41

I have bought several Gigi bags from T K Maxx over the past few years. All leather, in various styles, shapes and colours, and I haven't managed to destroy one yet! Never paid more than £50 . Great quality, though obviously choice and availability is limited at TKM. Examples on Amazon here:

www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Gigi/page/26E5309D-C295-4E71-8E84-D225B990F703

Derbee · 02/09/2025 01:51

I don’t think I use anything other than my Longchamp pliage daily.

Crikeyalmighty · 02/09/2025 01:52

Whatever is black reasonably roomy and has some inner pockets/sections, looks reasonably made and is on the shelves at TK Maxx - I switch about every 18 months and pay about £34 a time

Fionasapples · 02/09/2025 01:54

A Radley cross body bag in tan, new without tags (but still had all the tissue paper around the strap and inside) for £50 from Vinted. It's lovely, goes with everything.

EachandEveryone · 02/09/2025 02:12

I’ve bought the Uniqlo bag but I’m not sure if it’s the one you all rave about

Nat6999 · 02/09/2025 06:57

I have a couple of Fiorelli bags I got from TK Maxx & am now looking at the Radley bags. Ironically my favourite handbag is from Matalan, I made it look more expensive by adding key charms clipped to the rings for the handles & using a Fiorelli purse in exactly the same colour, it was well made, had pockets for phone, keys etc. Other than that look at Next who have some lovely leather bags for under £100.

Mumofyellows · 02/09/2025 07:07

I use my Longchamp Le Pliage.
I also use my canvas tote bags as well.

RobinTheCavewoman · 02/09/2025 07:16

The Uniqlo bag for me too! I'd like a smarter version of it for work but may just get a cord one instead.