Leather handbag

[caliente]

I'm looking to buy a leather handbag for every day use (for ladies). Estimated cost ~$200-600. Located in downtown Toronto preferably.

Looking for quality leather and workmanship. Want to avoid big designer names and obvious logos. I don't want anything crazy or too trendy, but would appreciate a handbag with unique features that would make it a signature piece.

I'm not into handbags usually, so I don't know what is out there. I'll check out Holts, of course, but what brands or stores would you recommend?

[3weddings]

Since you don't want a designer, check out Roots. Their Chatelaine bag is high on my list of priorities these days:cheesygri as is a Kooba Natasha both should be in your price range.

I have a LV backpack daily, as it holds all I need and keeps my hands free with the kids.

I like a large bag, but most don't. I think once you see it, you know it. But that's me...I am a bag nut!!

[Song]

Banana Republic. Their bags are really really nice to the touch and not so big on the logos.

[tweetie]

Bags in that price range without logos that are well made include:
- Rebecca Minkoff
- Cole Haan
- Banana Republic
- Gerard Darel
- Marc by Marc Jacobs

Happy shopping... these are the ones in your price range that I think have nice quality for the price. Some younger designers with good potential in the last couple of years.

[Dancing Dancer]

I love shopping in Winners for handbags. They have some unique European brands. You can get very decent leather bags in your price range.

Like 3weddings, I also love big bags. Too much junk to carry:o

[caliente]

Thanks for the responses.

I'm going to check out the Eaton Centre, and then maybe Dixie Outlet Mall or Vaughn Mills (which is better for deals, in general?). I'll make a new thread.

Thanks again.