Designer handbags are more pricey because they are often handmade for specific retailers. They are also high in cost because of the materials that are used. Most big designers will not use imitation fabrics, such as faux leather. Generally, if you were to buy a purse from a designer’s website, you would get a hand-made purse delivered right to your door. More often than not, you will find that you are paying more for the designer’s label than for the materials that the item is made for.

Dooney and Bourke - $395.00

In the case of giraffe print purses, you will find that many of the top designers have different styles and colors to choose from. You will also be able to find a regular supply of accessories, such as matching wallets. The problem for many women is, although we simply adore these giraffe purses, we cannot afford the high prices.

This is where the discounted giraffe print purses come in. There are many websites on the Internet today that offer huge discounts on top designer giraffe print purses. For example, you might find a top designer’s giraffe print hobo bag listed on the designer site for $395, but on a discounted site you may find that same style of purse for $40! It’s the same luxury, for remarkably less money. Now, you have the ability to save your kid’s college fund!

Handbag Heaven - $39.95

There are times when the designer bag is a must.  In those cases you should always be aware, however, that some people will try to sell these top designer bags for ridiculously low amounts. If you are offered such great discounts, you should always check the company out. Sometimes you can be scammed into believing that you are getting a designer bag – brand new – for that low price, but you wind up with a cheaply made knock off.

Which bags do you buy? Designer? Discount? or a mixture of both.  Let me know when and why (ie. does this economy play into why you would buy a discount bag over a designer one?).

L 16.75″   W 6.25″   H 12.5″

Inside zip pocket. Cell phone pocket. Inside key hook. Detachable strap. Strap drop length: 9.5”. Lined. Magnetic closure.

PursePage.com has a review here.  Apparently they were not feeling the red trim.  You can be the judge of that for yourself.  As for my opinion I agree with the person that left a comment on that post.  This bag is ‘fierce’.

What makes these critics so largely against giraffe prints is the fact that too many people get carried away with it. A few small accents of giraffe print, like on a purse or a pair of shoes, is one thing. To dress from head to toe in giraffe print items is completely another. You are pretty much making yourself look like a miniature giraffe, and this is not good.

To make the giraffe print look trendy, you need to pick a few crucial items that can be used for contrast in your wardrobe. A pair of shoes , a purse, and a few pieces of jewelry is all you need. If you want to make a little louder of a fashion statement, you can go for a wrap or hat. You can even try some animal print hair extensions if you want to be daring. Most importantly, you do not have to wear every single giraffe print item that you own all at once! This completely defeats the purpose of complimenting other items in your wardrobe.

Trendy vs tacky is really in the eye of the beholder. Obviously, if you think the miniature giraffe look is too much, chances are you will think it is tacky. If you tend to gravitate toward more subtle looks, you will find giraffe prints rather trendy. Don’t let these fashion weirdos ruin the look for you. Giraffe prints are now on their way to the classic animal print hall of fame.

I ran across a few different post debating similar topics here and here.

Is trendy or is it tacky? Let me know what you think and why.