Neiman MarcusI love looking at bags I can't afford...
...and then finding a lower-priced alternative.
Like this Dolce & Gabbana Cervo Doctor Bag (Neiman Marcus, $1,945), for example.
I could never afford a bag at this price (and I think I'd feel too guilty to buy it even if I could).
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However ....
This Marni Bugs Hannah doctor satchel (Endless, $286 on sale) is another story. A pool-all-my-birthday money story, BUT STILL.
Chances are you can't afford this $3,800 bag from Dolce & Gabbana ...
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So how about this Juicy Couture Satchel (Zappos, $98) instead?
Convince your husband to start divorce proceedings by secretly purchasing this Valentino Petale Leather Tote (Saks Fifth Avenue, $2,250) ...
... Or impress him with your frugality by buying this Big Buddha Mia Bag (Baghaus, $90)!
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You could forego the mortgage payment and spend it on this Prada Tessuto Camouflage Bowler (Neiman Marcus, $1,520) ...
Or you could opt for this Sappheir Satchel (Nine West, $120) instead ... and keep your home!
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Spend your vacation fund on this Marc Jacobs Cecilia quilted handbag (Neiman Marcus, $995) ...
Or go to Disney World and bring this Quilted Hobo bag (Express, $48.93) with you!
Would you buy any of these bags?
Written by Lindsay Ferrier for CafeMom's blog, The Stir.
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