29 Under-$500 Summer Bags You'll Reach For Daily

I know we talk a lot about the latest designer bags here at Who What Wear, but the prices for designer bags these days are through the roof. Many of the current It bags are $3k and up, so if that’s outside of your handbag budget, I’m here to offer you a slew of alternatives.

I find that summer is the best time of year for affordable bag shopping. This is when the trends typically lean more casual, and wallet-friendly materials like raffia are at the forefront. In fact, some of my favorite bags on the market ring in at under $500. Ultra-affordable brands like Mango and Madewell and moderately priced ones like Staud, Dragon Diffusion, and Reformation are great places to find beautiful summer bags, and I’ve collected all of the best buys in one place for you.