The Under-$45 Bags Instagram Is Making Famous

Come on now, we’re never going to say no to a designer bag if it’s an option, but you don’t actually have to shell out your yearly savings to own a forward satchel that looks expensive. The proof is in the pudding—or in this case, a really good Instagram post.

After scrolling through the feeds of some of our favorite fashion girls, we uncovered a selection of high-end-feeling bags that all have one thing in common. Yep, believe it or not, this range all rings in under $45. Keep scrolling to check out five gorgeous budget-friendly handbags Instagram is making famous. Plus, go a bit further to shop more stylish bags totally worth a hero spot in your next IG post.

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Mock croc makes anything feel more expensive, especially with other high-end details like a chain strap.

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Skip a standard clutch for your next night out and opt for this unexpected pouch instead.

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Embrace the belt bag trend by opting for a sleek iteration like this stunner from Mango.

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The fashion crowd has been toting around festive beaded totes for months now. Give this red Zara pick a whirl to make a statement.

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The beauty of this bag is it can work for a variety of siuations—for the office, your weekend activities, and everything in-between.

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Next, check out the affordable winter items that will never go out of style.

Bobby Schuessler
Market Director

Bobby Schuessler is a fashion editor with over a decade of editorial experience covering shopping, style, and beauty. He's spent over seven years at Who What Wear, currently leading the market team to deliver highly covetable and convertible content. He creates data-driven shopping guides featuring top retialers like Nordstrom, Shopbop, and Net-a-Porter and is at the forefront of Who What Wear's shopping tentpole strategies, including Amazon Prime Day. He also works on branded content initiatives and appears on camera in video and shopping livestream franchises. He has also worked across a variety of other media brands and fashion retailers like Refinery29, PureWow, Men's Health, and Gilt covering commerce, trend reporting, women's and men's fashion, home, and lifestyle.