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Is Buying A Designer Handbag Or Purse Worth The Money?

By Lee MacRae

One of the latest fashion trends is the designer handbag. Women from all walks of life such as a your sister or your mother wants to be fashionable with a Balenciaga bag. Yet, when you consider the money you may have to pay for a designer handbag, the obvious question is, are they worth the money?

If money is not an issue, then the question is mute. But for those who want to get the most bang for their buck, you want to be sure that Fossil purse or handbag is going to last. The good news here is that most designer handbags use only the very best materials such as leather. Top grade leathers give products like handbags a fine appearance and a long lasting quality since it has excellent wind resistance and abrasion to the elements. A fine quality leather is also very supple. If you open a handbag and hear the leather crack... it is low-grade leather. Avoid it!

Because designer purse or bag are usually made from the finest materials. A purse by Beijo will normally only use leather that is top grade, that is long-lasting, supple and very beautiful in appearance. Yes, as they say, you will be paying for the name but you will also be paying for fine quality. Still not convinced?

Here is a hint, fine leather bags have a fine lining. Cheap leather bags will not have that feature. Manufacturers of the cheaper products are trying to keep the cost down as much as possible. Cheaper handbags have low-grade linings and low grade hardware on them. You're wasting your money. Full grain leather products are made from top grade natural hides without imperfections. These top grain leather's are extremely durable. It is long-lasting and eventually will develope a rich patina that increases in beauty. Full-grained handbags are usually created from the hides of young cattle and are prized for their smooth texture and fine quality.

So is it worth it to purchase a bag made by Radley or Hobo? Yes indeed. You'll be getting a fine quality product that you can be proud of.

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