Looking for a good purse to buy

United States
January 27, 2010 10:48pm CST
I am sick of buying cheap purses that don't last! I want to buy a purse that isn't real expanse,under $100.00,that will forever! Any suggestions? I could use the help! Thanks.
4 responses
@ghieptc (2522)
• Philippines
28 Jan 10
You can surf,survey the internet of good quality purse and the make your own purse that fits your style so that it became your hobby.If you want, Go to Philippines, Buy some purse & Sell them in your country so that you can see for yourself good quality purse.
• United States
2 Feb 10
I could try and probaly try the internet. Going to the Phillipines to buy purse and then selling them here in the states,I don't think I would go that far! Interesting thought,though.
@ghieptc (2522)
• Philippines
2 Feb 10
Oks! Try to buy & get a collection of purse. Buy some & sell some of it.Your hobby might turn in to business. Contact some friends that interest in purse they might help you in your search.If you can search on the net try the site of the Philippines & they offer, probably it might help you in this purse.
@Tallygirl09 (1380)
• United States
28 Jan 10
You can find many wonderfully made purses that will be a welcome addition to your wardrobe for under $100!! There is a correlation to quality and price but ONLY up to an extent. You need to consider if you are the type of person who prefers to use the same handbag every day so it will need to be simple enough to go with whatever you are wearing. What I'd advise is to go look at some high end handbags, just to see the quality of the leather and open the purse up and look at the seams and how they are constructed. What is the closure type, if a zipper then how well is it incorporated into the structure of the handbag. What kinds of metal are used if any. How is the carrying strap constructed. You get the idea, you already know that a well made item will generally last much longer and look much better over time. What you also need to decide on is what it is made of, there are many synthetic purses that last very well but aren't leather so have a very different look. You also need to think about the size of it and if you prefer a shoulder strap or handstrap. Styles change alot but if you choose a more classic style it won't look out of place in a few years. Once you decide to add the purse, remember also that how you take care of the handbag makes a huge difference to how good it looks and how long it lasts! If you are one of those that carry a handbag that is stuffed to the seams bursting then you will have the handbag wear out faster. And if you choose leather then you will need to condition the leather and protect it from the weather. One can't get a leather purse soaking wet and then expect it to look wonderful over time. So you have to take that into account as well. I love purses and have several that I have owened for over 15 years and I still use them and get complements on them. They were well made to begin with, classic in style and I take care of them by conditioning the leather at least 2x a year whether or not I have used them recently. Good Luck!! I think you will find many mylotters to help you get the best purse for you and you will be happier in the long run to spend abit more for the quality! Happy Mylotting and Be well!!!!
• United States
2 Feb 10
Thanks for the advice! I definately will use that advice when I go purse shopping! I probaly will when I get my tax returns. I'll have the money to buy a good purse which I sure can use!
@spoiled311 (5500)
• Philippines
28 Jan 10
ohhhh i have to admit i am not much help in this area. all of my purses were just given as gifts. i don't really buy my stuff, as I don't know how to choose, like styles etc. what i see as affordable really look cheap and i don't like that. but when people give them to me, they look different. or they just know how to choose. well, i hope you find what you like. :D and for the right price, too.
• United States
2 Feb 10
I never have been gifted a purse. That might of been nice and then I wouldn't worry about buying so many! I'm sure I'll find some good,long lasting ones soon!
@crazydaisy (3896)
• Canada
28 Jan 10
There's alot out there for $30 dollars which are really good that's price I pay for a purse but then I got my really good purse for special times. cd