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16 best designer bags you can buy under S$500

The discount will be automatically applied at checkout, with direct shipping to Singapore.

Summer sales is here, and here's where to shop for affordable luxury bags under S$500. (PHOTO: Yahoo Life Singapore)
Summer sales is here, and here's where to shop for affordable luxury bags under S$500. (PHOTO: Yahoo Life Singapore)

2023 is right around the corner, and it also means the GST hike will be implemented. If you'd like to treat yourself, we think maybe one (or two!) of these affordable designer bags under S$500 would suit your budget. Thanks to trusted commerce sites MatchesFashion, SSense, MyTheresa, Net-A-Porter, Farfetch and Shopbop, we're about to add some of these bags into the cart, pronto!

The sites are giving us many reasons to smile because they're giving us 50 per cent off selected items, so we'd encourage you to get those fingers clicking. The discount will be automatically applied at checkout, with direct shipping to Singapore.

Looking for promo codes? Shopbop is giving you an extra 25 per cent with the promo code Breezy.

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Here are some of our best picks that would make you the envy of town:

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1. See by Chloé Hana croc-effect vegan leather shoulder bag

S$325 S$650.32 at Net-A-Porter

See by Chloé Hana bag. (PHOTO: Net-A-Porter)
See by Chloé Hana bag. (PHOTO: Net-A-Porter)

The saddle silhouette and braided O-ring on See by Chloé's 'Hana' bag are a callback to the label's equestrian heritage. Made from croc-effect vegan leather, this style has an internal card slot and is compact enough to keep your everyday essentials organised.

2. Alexander Wang Heiress nylon shoulder bag

S$440 S$629.29 at Net-A-Porter

Alexander Wang Heiress nylon shoulder bag. (PHOTO: Net-A-Porter)
Alexander Wang Heiress nylon shoulder bag. (PHOTO: Net-A-Porter)

The padded shoulder strap of Alexander Wang's 'Heiress' bag is threaded with the brand's logo in silver-tone lettering. It's made from slightly structured black nylon in an otherwise minimal shape and has enough space inside for your wallet, keys and phone.

3. Cult Gaia Enid marbled acrylic clutch

S$340 S$429.91 at Net-A-Porter

Cult Gaia Enid marbled acrylic clutch. (PHOTO: Net-A-Porter)
Cult Gaia Enid marbled acrylic clutch. (PHOTO: Net-A-Porter)

Cult Gaia often looks to the ocean for inspiration and the marbled effect on this 'Enid' clutch is designed to emulate sea spray. It's made from acrylic that's artfully fluted for a better grip

4. Feng Chen Wang Tan Strap Bamboo Bag

S$100.46 S$234.40 at SSense

Feng Chen Wang Tan Strap Bamboo Bag. (PHOTO: SSense)
Feng Chen Wang Tan Strap Bamboo Bag. (PHOTO: SSense)

Grab your essentials and carry them in this paneled bamboo bag in tan.

5. A.P.C. Jamie leather cross-body bag

S$196 S$304 at MatchesFashion

A.P.C. Jamie leather cross-body bag. (PHOTO: MatchesFashion)
A.P.C. Jamie leather cross-body bag. (PHOTO: MatchesFashion)

The clean-lined profile of A.P.C.'s peach-pink leather Jamie bag honours founder Jean Touitou's original vision of absolute simplicity, versatility and functionality.

6. Staud Penny embellished faux-leather shoulder bag

S$364 S$521 at MatchesFashion

Staud Penny embellished faux-leather shoulder bag. (PHOTO: MatchesFashion)
Staud Penny embellished faux-leather shoulder bag. (PHOTO: MatchesFashion)

Staud's black Penny shoulder bag is made from crystal-embellished faux leather and is designed to comfortably nestle under the arm.

7. Marc Jacobs Snapshot Clutch Bag Split Leather

S$312.29 at Amazon Singapore

Marc Jacobs Snapshot Clutch Bag Split Leather. (PHOTO: Amazon)
Marc Jacobs Snapshot Clutch Bag Split Leather. (PHOTO: Amazon)

It's the popular Snapshot bag series with "Double J" logo on the front and dog leash clasp on the side for more usage.

8. Marimekko Sady Tote Bag

S$115.74 S$144.37 at Amazon Singapore

 Marimekko Sady Tote Bag. (PHOTO: Amazon)
Marimekko Sady Tote Bag. (PHOTO: Amazon)

Featuring the logo prints on the front, it has a pocket compartment in the interior that ensures your essentials are kept secure while you're on the move.

9. Coach Signature Shoulder Bag

S$208.37 at Amazon Singapore

Coach Signature C1430-1 Shoulder Bag. (PHOTO: Amazon)
Coach Signature C1430-1 Shoulder Bag. (PHOTO: Amazon)

Carry it with you from day to night with ease.

10. A.P.C. Black Demi-Lune Shoulder Bag

S$373.44 S$584.34 at SSense

A.P.C. Black Demi-Lune Shoulder Bag. (PHOTO: SSense)
A.P.C. Black Demi-Lune Shoulder Bag. (PHOTO: SSense)

This classic demi-lune-shaped vegetable-tanned buffed leather shoulder bag comes in black.

11. Love Moschino Quilted faux raffia shoulder bag

S$143 S$238 at The Outnet

Love Moschino Quilted faux raffia shoulder bag. (PHOTO: The Outnet)
Love Moschino Quilted faux raffia shoulder bag. (PHOTO: The Outnet)

This bag will draw attention to you, thanks to its chic design.

12. Tory Burch Ella Bio Small tote bag

S$330 S$550 at MyTheresa

Tory Burch Ella Bio Small tote bag. (PHOTO: MyTheresa)
Tory Burch Ella Bio Small tote bag. (PHOTO: MyTheresa)

A new evolution of Tory Burch's fan-favorite tote bag, the Ella Bio Small is made from an innovative leather alternative that was developed specifically for its durability and resistance to fading. This green style is complete with the house's iconic Double T logo on the front.

13. Kenzo logo-tag tote bag

S$376 S$625 at Farfetch

Kenzo logo-tag tote bag. (PHOTO: Farfetch)
Kenzo logo-tag tote bag. (PHOTO: Farfetch)

Perfect for your shopping buys, don't forget to haul this cotton-blend bag around town.

14. Karl Lagerfeld K/Signature Soft Quilt metallic bag

S$224 S$494 at Farfetch

Karl Lagerfeld K/Signature Soft Quilt metallic bag. (PHOTO: Farfetch)
Karl Lagerfeld K/Signature Soft Quilt metallic bag. (PHOTO: Farfetch)

This quilt metallic bag from Karl Lagerfeld bag features a silver, quilted construction.

15. Michael Michael Kors Greenwich foldover shoulder bag

S$495 S$596 at Farfetch

Michael Michael Kors Greenwich foldover shoulder bag. (PHOTO: Farfetch)
Michael Michael Kors Greenwich foldover shoulder bag. (PHOTO: Farfetch)

The Greenwich bag takes on a more sturdy structured line with the use of calf leather as the main material.

16. V°73 bamboo handles tote bag

S$201 S$223 at Farfetch

V°73 bamboo bag. (PHOTO: Farfetch)
V°73 bamboo bag. (PHOTO: Farfetch)

Go ahead, take a peek inside and be wowed by the adorable design.

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