I'd Save My Money on These 6 Bags Just so I Can Splurge on These 6

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Designer bag prices are rising faster than the stock market in today's economy. Chanel bags have surpassed the $10K number quicker than lightning, and even the smaller bag brands are charging a premium for their products. As someone who loves investing for her future, this is both good and bad news. It's good news because it means any designer bags I've bought in the past will only continue to increase in value, but it's also bad news because of how tempting the latest designer styles can be regardless of the impact they'll have on my bank account.

This predicament has led me to make some tough choices in the bag department, and I've found myself being a lot pickier about which designer bags I think are actually worth the price point. I'm becoming friendlier with affordable styles to fill out my collection. Below, find the six bags I'm saving my money with so I have more cash flow to splurge on the six designer finds I'm obsessed with.

Splurge: Bottega Veneta Andiamo Bag

Save: JW Pei Lily

Splurge: Gucci Horsebit

Save: Staud Marike Shoulder Bag

 Splurge: Savette Pochette

Save: Mango Coconut-Effect Shoulder Bag

Splurge: The Row Margaux Tote

Save: Reformation Chiara Bag

Splurge: Toteme T-Lock Shoulder Bag

Save: Luar Ana Bag

Splurge: Loewe Squeeze Bag

Save: COS Oversized Quilted Bag

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Associate Editor

Sierra Mayhew was always destined to work in fashion, but she didn't know it at first. Growing up with no choice but to wear a rotation of school uniforms and activewear, her love for fashion really blossomed when she moved away for college and was able to finally define her very own personal style. Shortly thereafter, she interned at Elle magazine and instantly knew that editorial was for her. After graduating from the University of Notre Dame, she worked for ShopBazaar, contributing regularly to Bazaar.com, and finally made her way to Who What Wear, where she is an associate editor. When she’s not working, you can catch her always trying to catch a flight, rollerblading through New York City traffic, or exploring the latest luxury vintage boutique.