Top Designer Handbags for under $200

With the onset of the "it" bag, the "status" bag and "seen and be seen" bag, there are an abundance of designer handbags to choose from. In addition to the beloved Guccis, Pradas, Fendis, Chanels and Diors, so many other designers are answering the call for more and more handbags to love and cherish, which can sometimes make it hard to choose just one. Not only has the price of luxury purses risen (and by a lot), there is now more pressure to have a new handbag more frequently (like every couple months or at least every season) and frankly it's hard to keep up, which is why we've assembled this list of designer handbags all under $200. Sure they aren't the famous French and Italian designers that rule the runway, but they offer styles that are just as chic, and at a time when people are more concerned about keeping their wallets in tact, are a lot more in mode:

Tano Handbags
A leader in the under $200 pack, Tano bags are made from all leather construction and the company prides itself on unique designs, outstanding craftsmanship and being known for comfortable (and durable) soft leather bags...and one of our favorites too.
One of our favorite styles from the Tano collection, the TANO obama mama large leather hobo (style 3724) is another example of Tano's ability to make an ultra-comfortable bag manages to be ultra hip at the same time. The base is a circular shape giving this new design a bubble effect. Tano handbag measures about 20 x 12 inches with a base of about 6 inches in diameter. Double handle straps about 16 inches each. Laced top stitching details at the opening of the Tano handbag. Brass hardware and rivet details. Shop the Tano obama mama hobo at 17% off now.

You can just tell, even from a photo, how soft the leather is on this Tano rockapulco handbag. Boasting a gorgeous green hue, that Tano calls amazon green, this Tano bag caters to Tano's young trendy followers that value quality over quantity and always looking good. Tano handbag measures about 15 x 10 x 4 inches with a single shoulder strap about 20 inches. Shop the Tano rockapulco purse at 26% off now.

Melie Bianco Handbags
Another strong contender in the under $200 category, Melie Bianco handbags are known for being chic and affordable (extremely affordable at under $100 each). Truly a gem, each Melie Bianco handbag boasts a unique design and incredible craftsmanship.
Melie Bianco handbag S8-44K distressed chain shoulder bag measures about 17 x 12 x 4 nches with double rolled handle straps and a chain to use as a long shoulder strap. This bag has it all. Style function and design. Shop this Melie Bianco shoulder bag now.
Another reason why Melie Bianco handbags are so popular among celebrities, fashion editors and fashionistas, the Melie Bianco distressed chain hobo is truly one-of-a-kind. Featuring a burnt orange hue, leather and chain link straps and charms, this bag is as tres chic as they come. The Melie Bianco handbag S8-44K distressed chain shoulder bag measures about 16 x 11 x 5 inches. Shop this Melie Bianco hobo now.

Coach Handbags
Of course this famed American brand needs no introduction but not a lot of people know that you can find 'authentic' Coach handbags for under $200. Following are just a few we came across that caught are eye and won't break our wallets.
Messenger bags are all the rage and one from COACH is that much better. Made from the thick supple leather Coach is famous for, this cream and mahogany swing pack is a great summer accessory. Coach bag measures approximately 7.5 W x 9 H with a .5 inch depth. The adjustable and removable cotton webbed shoulder strap measures about 1 inch wide and 48 inches long. Shop this authentic COACH handbag at 16% off now.

If you are a fan of the Coach logo look, than you'll love the signature COACH mini swing pack made from fabric with black trim. Coach bag measures approximately 8.5 W x 8 H with a 2.5 inch depth. The adjustable black leather shoulder strap measures about 45 inches long and is about .75 inches wide. Shop this authentic COACH purse at 20% off now.

Juicy Couture Handbags
Not just child's play anymore, Juicy Couture has grown up and manages to combine sophistication and sexy all at once.
A household name for starting the endless track suit trend, JUICY COUTURE maintains that same carefree glamour when design its handbags. Juicy Couture burgundy clutch features beautiful ruched and quilted Italian leather with jewel details. A long shoulder strap chain with leather shoulder protector is about 44 inches long. Juicy Couture handbag measures about 10 x 5 x 1 inch. Shop this Juicy Couture clutch at 20% off now.
All grown up indeed, this metallic gold Juicy Couture hobo caters to the more mature crowd by reminding them that it's still okay to have as much fun as you did before you graduated from undergrad. Juicy Couture purse measures approximately 15.5 W x 7 H with a 4 inch depth. The brass chain strap measures about 19 inches long with a 7 inch drop. The large Juicy brass emblem measures about 3 inches across. Shop this authentic Juicy Couture handbag at 28% off now.

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