Hey Glamazonians!
If you are anything like me, you LOVE high ends pieces but you aren't trying to go into debt by maxing out you credit card. So I've curated some pretty close dupes to some of the bags I have been loving and have been dying to show you all with a comparison to the originals and some of my thoughts on each of the bags. I love dupes because they allow you to get the look you want, but without breaking the bank, and if you really look and do your research, you may actually find some AMAZING quality dupes. I've had all of these bags for some time and had the opportunity to see for they have held up with constant use.
*Disclaimer: These bags are NOT replica items. All bags purchased have been inspired by the originals. These bags do not claim to be the original brands
Gucci: Dionysus
Price: $2,500
Materials: Black Suede with Calf Leather trim
Dimensions (cm): 17h x 28w x 9d
Brand: Fashion Drug
Price: $137.82 (including tax and shipping to NY)
Materials: Black Suede with Genuine Leather Trim
Dimensions (cm): 17.78h x 27.5w x 7.62d
Pros: The dupe is made of genuine leather so it will be durable like the original. Unlike the original there is a zip pocket on the back which I like because I can put my phone and cards in so they are easy for me to access, but not easy to be stolen. This bag I use ALL the time, and I don't baby my bags, so this one has really held up EXTREMELY well!
Cons: The hardware is not as substantial as the original and the tiger head is not sitting straight on the closure of the bag. The dimensions are also slightly off (but that doesn't bother me, I actually like the size of the dupe). Additionally, this bag is no longer available on Fashion Drug but click here for a similar bag.
Gucci: Sylvie
Price: $2,590
Materials: Off-white Leather (Shell), Microfiber with a suede like finish (Lining)
Dimensions (in): 10w x 7h x 3d
Includes two detachable shoulder straps: Leather strap and a nylon web strap with metal ends
Brand: Stylesty
Price: $31.98 (including s+h)
Materials: Off-White PU Leather (Shell), Polyester (Lining)
Dimensions (in): 8.46w x 5.9h x 2.95d
Pros: The dupe also comes with both the webbed strap and the leather strap.
Cons: This bag is much smaller than the original and does not hold very much. The shape of the bag is also more square while the original looks more like a trapezoid. This bag is also made of a PU leather which is not as durable in the long run ( but hey, you get what you pay for). Lastly, the colors on the webbed strap are in a different order than on the original bag. I haven't used this bag as much as I thought due to the awkward size, but I recently found a way to style it so I can get more wear out of it (so stay tuned for that!).
Dior: Diorama
Price: $4,500
Materials: Metallic calfskin with micro-carnage motif
Dimensions (cm): 25w x 15.5h x 8d
Brand: Jessica Buurman
Price: $120.50 (including s+h)
Materials: Patent Leather
Dimensions (cm): 22w x 13h x 8d
Pros: This is a dead of dupe for the most part. It is made of Patent leather which will hold up with use and it won't scratch as easily as the original would, It also holds its shape very well. I was also able to purchase this bag for $108.50 using the code sent to me when I signed up to get emailed newsletters. Now this bag is probably my favorite, I can dress it up or down to fit many different styles (plus whenever I wear it EVERYBODY thinks it's the real thing).
Con: This bag is slightly smaller in width and height, because of this I can only fit the essentials (my card holder, phone, keys, and lip gloss), but I guess the forces me to only carry what I need... I have a habit of over stuffing my big bags just because there is space.
I love finding dupes of my favorite luxury bags, so if there is anything you want me to find a dupe and review let me know!!!!!
Keep calm and GLAM on 🤗😘,
The Glamazon
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