If there’s one bag that’s remained a celeb favourite for years now, it’s a woven Bottega Veneta bag. Although there’s been several different styles over the years, the classic rectangular shape, woven leather design and grab top handles have stayed the same, cementing it as a timeless classic.
Although the Bottega Veneta Cabat bag will set you back £7080, those looking to copy the style on a budget will be racing to snap up Marks and Spencer’s Faux Leather Woven Strap Bag for £45. With a similar style and size to the luxury version, the M&S handbag acts as a great cost-effective alternative that’ll never go out of style.
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Just like the designer version, M&S’ bag has a woven design, although it’s made from faux leather, rather than real leather like Bottega’s. It also has an adjustable strap that you can alter to wear as a grab bag or a shoulder bag depending on your preferred style.
The Marks & Spencer bag also has a handy zip closure along the top to keep your belongings safe, with a fully lined interior and zipped internal pockets that let you organise your belongings and keep them secure. If it was the roomy size of the Bottega bag that caught you’re eye, then you’re in luck, because both bags have similar measurements
They’re identical in height, measuring 29cm, whilst the M&S bag is actually 4cm wider than the Bottega bag, giving you some additional room to store your belongings. The oversized design also makes the Marks & Spencer bag a great versatile purchase, as it’s big enough for everything from work, to running errands to toting your children’s things around in.
Although the bag is newly launched, M&S shoppers have already been praising it with two five star reviews. One wrote: “Love this, it’s giving designer vibes all around, so practical with a full zip and so comfortable, slouchy when you remove the stuffing so gives it a casual look.”
Whilst the other added: “This bag looks like real leather it is very good value for money and is roomy. Very pleased with my purchase more colours would be good. Delighted with my purchase.”
If you love a bit of co-ordination, you can also snap up a similar version at New Look for £35.99. The Black Leather-Look Woven Tote Bag and Pouch has a similar woven design and grab top handles, and comes with a matching compact removable zip pouch which can be used as anything from a clutch bag to a makeup bag or travel documents case.
