Alright, so you’ve probably seen those ridiculously cool Poppy Lissiman bags floating around Instagram, right? The Billie Bucket Bag, those funky evening bags… *chef’s kiss* But, let’s be real, sometimes your bank account looks at you like, “Girl, are you SERIOUS?” So, what’s a fashion-obsessed person to do? Enter: the dupe.
First off, I gotta say, finding a *perfect* dupe is kinda like finding a unicorn. But that doesn’t mean you can’t get close! I saw one that someone was selling called Miss Shop Colorado Crossbody bag, and hey, if you want to keep it simple, it’s a lime green colour. If you are into it, then just get it. And the luxe satin drawstring bucket bag is also a great substitute.
Now, full disclosure: I’m a bit of a snob. I mean, I LOVE the real deal. There’s just something about the quality, the branding… it makes you feel like, well, a million bucks. But, BUT! I also believe in being smart with your money. Like, paying rent vs. a handbag? Rent wins every time, duh.
What I’ve noticed is that the key isn’t just finding something that LOOKS like a Poppy Lissiman bag. It’s about finding something that captures that same *vibe*. You know? That quirky, bold, “I-don’t-care-what-you-think” attitude. And honestly, sometimes a cheaper bag can totally nail that.
One thing I’ve noticed is that a lot of the dupes try to copy the bucket bag look, or the evening bag design. Which is cool, I guess. But sometimes it’s cool to go a different direction.
