Handbags

Have a look at Lakeland Leather at lakelandleather.co.uk. Beautiful leather bags at reasonable prices.

Well to Oreo and Crosstitchfan that wasn’t very friendly.
I was hoping that I would find just what I got here advice and recommendations of bagmakers and sellers from those who have experience, not having to trawl the internet.
It is rather nice to share these things for some of us.

Just been on Vinted - saw a gorgeous couple of new leather bags and backpacks. Good makes and prices too.

Crossstitchfan

dogsmother

Any ideas please on where to buy a large leather handbag suitable for a working professional lady, to carry lots of stuff and still look smart.

Have you ever heard of the internet?? 😂

What I thought too.
Look at Amazon😃

I too bought a Paul Costello bag from TKMaxx for silly money some years ago. I would recommend Visconti bags available on line and there are some shops that stock them. I had a Rowallan bag that had seen better days so I treated it to some leather restorer which made a big difference in appearanc.

I won’t have anything but Long & Co. of London handbags. A range with masses of colours, lightweight and good zip at the top, Great for travelling as SO safe.

dogsmother

Any ideas please on where to buy a large leather handbag suitable for a working professional lady, to carry lots of stuff and still look smart.

Have you ever heard of the internet?? 😂

Just bought one from a Radley outlet shop. There are a few, but the one in Portsmouth had a more than half price sale this week. Several sizes that would take a laptop and all the stuff you would need. Being retired I went for the "I always need just a bit more space " size. You just have to be sure that the handle fit your needs - I am not a fan of the short handle/separate should strap type but mine fits on my shoulder and under my arm. But the last one I bought was unnamed and came from my Spanish holiday.

Radley virtual store online

I have an Osprey one that I got for a great price from TK Maxx. Its big enough to use as my laptop bag when I'm travelling with work and also fits in my purse, phone, notebook etc

I have two Mulberry Tessie Tote bags, one cream, one black. I have had them both for several years, with no signs of wear, other than that they’ve become lovely and softly worn. I don’t think Mulberry does the Tessie any more, but I think they sell other shopper bags. I wouldn’t hesitate to buy again. I’d also be quite happy to buy on eBay if one was available in the right colour and condition.

I realise you've already made your purchase, but in case anyone else is looking TK Maxx have some amazing bargains. A couple of weeks ago I bought a beautiful Paul Costello bag, RRP £225, I paid £49.00!

Empty handbags are too heavy. Why don’t shops include their weight in the description.

I also like a large bag and usually go to the sales to have a good look round for a "tote" or a "shopper" which are usually just large handbags rather than actual shopping bags.
My daughter bought me a Coach bag a couple of years ago, very stylish and as Knspol says not as expensive as some.

Muud are lovely. I bought one specifically designed for knitting projects but they do a range. The one I have has been really good.

Mulberry for me but very expensive. Coach have some nice ones and don't cost an arm and a leg.

dogsmother

Well at the prices and comparisons I have gone with Rowallan. Afraid I can’t be puritanical about the source and trust recommendations here. However should lottery show where premium bonds failed then she can still have the Mulberry.

Rowallan bags are good value, l just don't think anyone should be mislead that they are made in the UK.

Look at New Baginings - the lady makes beautifil bags from unwanted sofas which would otherwise go the landfill - the painted ones are unique and look designer (I have one!)

www.newbaginnings.co.uk/ or Facebook www.facebook.com/dontbinitbagit

dogsmother

Well at the prices and comparisons I have gone with Rowallan. Afraid I can’t be puritanical about the source and trust recommendations here. However should lottery show where premium bonds failed then she can still have the Mulberry.

I have a large collection of leather handbags, collected over the years. I bought a Rowallen bag about 2 years ago because it was the design I needed. It’s been excellent and good quality. I’ve used it a lot as it has a large capacity without being bulky.

Go on Vinted, lots of good leather bags 'new with tags' or 'new without tags'. Good designer brands are there. Always offer slightly lower and 9/10 times they accept.

I would look on Amazon. Give you some idea of price and what the bags look like . They do have some lovely leather one's.

I would try tkmaxx fraction of the price of branded shops

Well at the prices and comparisons I have gone with Rowallan. Afraid I can’t be puritanical about the source and trust recommendations here. However should lottery show where premium bonds failed then she can still have the Mulberry.

eddiecat78

Astitchintime

Rowallen bags are lovely. All leather, in a wide range of styles & colours……..and made in Scotland too! What’s not to love?

Sadly although being called Rowallan of Scotland they aren't made there. They might be designed there but the company is very vague about where they are actually made. I'm guessing China

Rowallan of Scotland is a brand name used by Checkers of Kilmarnock, a distribution company. The products are designed and sourced abroad. Clearly stated on their website, although doesn't state where "abroad".

Oh my goodness I would love to buy her the Mulberry Bayswater ( it’s a gift for my daughter) they are beautiful!
I’m looking at all other suggestions and thank you.