We have all been there – you have decided to buy that new giraffe print purse that you have had your eye on since the beginning of the season. Your only concern is whether you should pay the relatively steep retail price, or find a discounted version. Let’s explore both of those options.

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

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

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?).

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