Leather handbags are expensive, and it’s annoying to get caught with one in a sudden downpour. Coated canvas and nylon handbags, however, are less expensive (usually – and we kind of think D&G is just being silly), lighter, and generally repel water. We’re not converting our whole handbag collection, but these stylish non-leather bags are definitely worth some consideration.
LeSportsac’s Dana Tote ($98) is sleek enough for work, but can easily double as a gym bag – it’s 18” x 21” and made of patent-finish nylon.
MAXX New York’s Monte Carlo Shopper ($145) is made of PVC, but doesn’t look fake-leather-y; it’s big and structured, easy to carry in-hand or over your shoulder.
This coated nylon shoulder bag ($39.50) comes with a Too Faced lip balm and little makeup case – quite the deal at under $40.
This sort-of-preppy coated canvas tote ($89) is perfect for work or weekend, and we love the contrasting color scheme.
This Matt & Nat bag ($220) is made of “vegan leather,” which obviously makes no sense, but it’s still exceedingly well-styled and expensive-looking for a non-leather bag.
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Another great line of affordable, chic, non-leather bags is Big Buddha. You can find some great deals right now on Big Buddha at http://www.flirtyfinds.com.
Happy Shopping!
Beth
Another possible source for affordable, non-leather handbags is Etsy.com. I design and make handbags. Here is one of them on Etsy.com: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=19865969
Etsy.com is a venue for artisans and craftspeople to sell their hand-made products.
i like the nylon teal colored bag; very cute. i usually buy black bags, but the teal bag is very cute
I own the teal one in black! It’s absolutely great. I’m carrying it to the gym right now…
I buy all my handbags at thefashionplate.com
they carry a huge selection of big buddha and pietro alessandro if i want a non leather i buy big buddha and if i want a higher quality leather i buy peitro this website has great customer service always has coupons and fast delivery!