If your mum is a handbag lover, or you’ve noticed she’s been using the same accessory for years on end, this Mother’s Day might be the perfect opportunity to upgrade her arm candy with a designer bag Mother’s Day gift.
A luxury designer handbag makes for a really special present as it might not be something your mum would typically spend on herself and it’s sure to be appreciated. Our affordable premium handbag edit includes stylish picks starting at £80, discounted designer numbers from Aspinal, Michael Kors and more, as well as spring ready styles from Kipling and Kate Spade.
There are designer handbags to suit all kinds of mums, from Tardis-like tote bags that can fit all her essentials, to trendy cross-bodies that can be dressed up or down and limited edition collections she might not even know about. Oh, and if you’re yet to get a Mother’s Day card, we have hilarious and thoughtful options here.
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Best affordable designer handbags 2024
1. Aspinal Camera Bag – £147.50, was £295
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Aspinal of London)
Aspinal of London are one of Kate Middleton’s favourite handbag brands so if you want a royally approved pick, the Camera Bag is an excellent option. While Kate herself has the Mayfair Bag, it might be a little more expensive than you were looking to spend, but this Camera Bag is currently half price in a soft taupe colourway.
As is the case with all Aspinal of London bags, it is handcrafted from full-grain leather and with a neutral hue, will be a seasonal staple for years to come. For an extra special touch it can even be personalised with their initials for an additional £20.
You can also shop the Aspinal Camera A Bag in navy from John Lewis, reduced from £295 to £177.
Shop now from Aspinal (£147.50).
2. Michael Kors Hadleigh Leather Tote Bag – £147.50, was £295
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John Lewis)
The perfect ‘chuck it in and go’ bag, this discounted Michael Kors tote is ideal for the mum who always has tons to carry. Large enough in size to fit everything she’ll need, it features the designer brand’s iconic logo in gold hardware on the front and a comfortable shoulder strap.
Although it doesn’t have a zip fastening, it does have an interior pocket for inside storage and while it is out of stock on the official Michael Kors website, you can shop it here at John Lewis.
Shop now from John Lewis (£147.50).
3. Marc Jacobs Leather Mini Bag – £77.73, was £202.10
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Gilt)
You can’t go wrong with a black crossbody bag so if you’re scratching your head on what to get your mum this Mother’s Day, this discounted Marc Jacobs leather mini bag could be just the ticket. Originally priced at over £200, it is now retailing for less than £80 at Gilt which is better than half price.
Simplistic in design, it’s perfect for minimalistic mums who want an everyday crossbody bag that will go with all outfits and suit every occasion.
4. Kipling x Barbie Riri Crossbody Bag – £88
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Kipling)
If your mum was a big fan of the Barbie movie, or you have sweet memories of playing with your dolls together when you were a child, she’s bound to adore the Kipling x Barbie collaboration. There are a fair few styles to choose from but the Riri crossbody bag caught our eye as it is less than £90 and has a detachable shoulder strap so can be used as a clutch as well.
5. Ted Baker Soho Saddle Crossbody Bag – £84, was £140
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John Lewis)
Ted Baker is a classic choice and this crossbody bag looks way more expensive than its £84 price tag. One shopper said, “this bag is very smart and the colour is perfect”, however they did note that the “magnetic catch is not that strong”.
Available in black, taupe or dark purple, it is stitched from leather for a premium finish and it has an adjustable strap for a comfortable carry. You can also buy it directly from Ted Baker for the same price.
Shop now from John Lewis (£84).
6. Radley Sloane Street Ziptop Crossbody Bag – £167, was £239
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John Lewis)
This “well-made” bag from Radley is a lovely addition to a spring wardrobe and shoppers have explained that when they received theirs they were “very impressed” as there is “lots of space in the bag”. It’s a little more out there than some of the bags in this round-up thanks to the gorgeous green colour, but it’ll still work with most outfits.
The top is secured with a zip so it’s an excellent choice if it’s going to be used for lots of travelling as the contents will be kept safe.
Shop now from John Lewis (£167).
7. Kate Spade Bleecker Gingham Large Tote Bag – £220, was £275
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Kate Spade)
Lilac is set to be the trendiest shade this season so get your mum ahead of the fashion game with Kate Spade’s large tote bag. Part of their new spring collection, it is typically £275 but if you enter the code SPRINGSAVES at checkout you will save £55.
As well as the large lilac tote bag, hidden inside is an adorable gingham pouch that attaches to the side and can be used to store smaller items such as loose change and a phone.
Shop now from Kate Spade (£220).
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