High street bag costs under £90 but looks like £2,250 Balenciaga tote

28 February 2024 , 09:07

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The Fiorelli bag is part of the brand's new SS24 collection (Image: Fiorelli/Instagram)

If there’s one thing fashion lovers should be investing in this year, it’s a classy black handbag that could easily be mistaken for high end. And we’ve found one that’s a dead ringer for a designer alternative.

Fiorelli, a brand known for their stylish and functional women's handbags and purses, is selling a that looks just like one from celeb-loved – but is over £2,000 cheaper.

The handbag and accessory brand launched its latest SS24 collection online last week, and included in the collection is the , which comes in black and tan. The generously sized accessory is perfect for fitting in all of your essentials, with three spacious compartments to help you stay organised.

The £89 Valentina from Fiorelli could pass for high-end (Fiorelli)

What’s more is that the is very similar to Balenciaga’s Locker Medium North-South Hobo Bag, which would set you back £2,250.

Both bags feature the same slightly slouched but well structured silhouette and a metallic lock embellishment. However, bag has a single shoulder strap and is made with grained calfskin leather, while has double shoulder handles and is faux leather, with a slightly smaller lock.

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With , the large price difference means shoppers can save around £2,161.

The is also sized at H25 x W 40 X D18 CM, compared to at L13.8 x H24.4 x W3.9 inches meaning it is slightly smaller than its designer doppelganger, but the resemblance between the two is still uncanny for shoppers looking for a without the hefty price tag.

Balenciaga's bag would set shoppers back over £2,000 (Balenciaga)

Another roomy tote that could pass as way more expensive is this from New Look. It’s super chic and will elevate any outfit, plus at £25.99, you’ll be hard pressed to find something better any cheaper.

The features gold hardware for a touch of glam, while the textured woven finish gives this black shoulder bag a stylish upgrade. Measures 32.5cm wide at the base, it’s plenty big enough for a laptop, too.

Elsewhere, Marks and Spencer's Faux Leather Top Handle Tote Bag has been praised by shoppers for its similarity to the Hermès Kelly Sellier in Black Epsom Leather.

The faux-leather accessory features a twist lock on the flap closure, two internal compartments and a handy slip pocket, perfect for keeping your items organised.

Another brand we love for handbags that look like designer versions is Ego. The retailer's Genesis mini tote bag in white faux-leather, now £21 (was £30), is very Hermès-looking - and it's finished with a crucifix detail.

But if it’s the Balenciaga-looking bag from you’ve got your eye on, you can

Bethan Shufflebotham