There’s nothing quite like an investment in a handbag to revamp your entire wardrobe, and while we advocate investing in high-quality classics, a great designer handbag doesn’t have to be. not cost the earth.

Here we round up our favorite designer handbags that fall under the £500 price tag. From Jacquemus’ iconic mini bag and playful silhouettes from By Far to more understated pieces from some of our favorite mid-range designer brandsall these beautiful designs will help you accessorize well for less.

If you’re in the market to spend a little more, check out our definitive guide to the best designer handbags that will stand the test of time, here.



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1) Mansour Gavriel

£425.00

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Mansur Gavriel is a favorite for mid-range designer handbags with his bucket bag reached iconic status a few years ago (a style you can still buy for under £500). We also have a soft spot for the brand’s sculptural Tulipano bag, which comes in a huge range of colors and is a great update for your everyday and dressier wardrobe moments.



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2) Chylak

£255.00

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Affordable yet luxury handbag brand Chylak often has long waiting lists for its pieces and has fans like Alexa Chung and Edie Campbell. The designs are clean, sleek and look a lot more expensive than they are – and we love the new collection of moiré fabrics, made from recycled ocean plastic.



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3) Jacquemus

£385.00

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Jacquemus’ small handbags have become something of a hallmark for the cool French brand – and they’re surprisingly affordable.



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4) Gu_de

£430.00

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We love Gu_de’s effortless approach to handbag design, which is all about transcending trends with pieces you can have in your wardrobe for years to come. That’s not to say bags are boring – grab this cute squishy shoulder bag, which looks like a fresh update for the new season.



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5) Strawberry

£316.00

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Made famous by the Duchess of Sussex, Edinburgh-based Strathberry is a name to know in the mid-range designer handbag market.



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6) From afar

£425.00

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By Far’s playful handbags are adored by editors and influencers – and there couldn’t be anything more fun to accessorize this fall than with the label’s Amber bag.



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7) Manu Workshop

£350.00

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This is a handbag you’ll rely on for seasons to come. The design – which is signed – features a structured leather silhouette, which would be ideal for dressing up any look.



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9) Rejina Pyo

£332.00

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London Fashion Week favorite Rejina Pyo has a number of designer bags, including this adorable top-handle tote, which comes in different fabrics, including this shiny leather.



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10) Lamb

£432.00

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Berlin-based Agneel is a great name to know for high-quality handbags that are both well-made and champion durability. The label aims to create minimal pieces that can be worn on any occasion and that a woman will keep in her wardrobe forever.



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