First off, lemme just say: everyone loves a good deal. Like, who *doesn’t* want that “expensive” look without emptying their bank account? And that’s where the Anthropologie dupe bags come in. Specifically, I’m seeing mentions of “The Noemi Asymmetrical Buckle Shoulder Bag” and the “Brigitte Satchel by Melie Bianco”. The Noemi, apparently, is supposed to be *that* bag, you know? The one that screams “I have my life together, even if my apartment is currently a disaster zone.” (Relatable, right?)
Now, I gotta admit, I haven’t personally clapped eyes on these bags in real life. But, from what I’ve seen online, Anthro is definitely trying to capture that Bottega woven leather, kind of slouchy, effortless chic thing. And Melie Bianco, well, they’re known for their vegan leather stuff, which is a plus for some folks.
But is it a true *dupe*? Okay, let’s be real. Probably not a *perfect* dupe. Like, you’re not fooling anyone into thinking you dropped thousands at Bottega. The quality of the leather (or, in some cases, *faux* leather) is gonna be different, the hardware’s gonna be different, the overall feel… it’s just not the same, y’know? And those little things, they actually *do* matter. But hey, for the price point, if it gets you close, who cares?
The Brigitte Satchel, they call it a Bottega dupe. Honestly, I’ve seen worse. The color options are actually kinda cute – I saw one in a creamy beige that looked surprisingly sophisticated. It all depends on what you’re after. Are you trying to completely trick people? Or do you just want a trendy, stylish bag without remortgaging your house?
Here’s the thing I always think about with dupes: sometimes, they’re actually *better* than the original. Hear me out! Like, if the original is made of super delicate leather that scratches if you look at it funny, and the dupe is more durable? Suddenly, the dupe is way more practical.
