These high-street bags are fraction of the price of luxury versions – so can YOU tell the difference?
Here's our round-up of the best budget buys on the market
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NOT many people have hundreds of pounds spare to splash out on a designer bags.
But fashion lovers don't need to despair, as high-street shops have raised the style stakes with these lookalike items.
Shoppers have been sent into a frenzy over these budget-friendly bags, that looks way more luxurious than their price tag.
With prices starting from as little as £7, shoppers will be able to keep on trend without breaking the bank.
But can YOU tell the difference between high-street and high-end?
From cute backpacks to novelty clutches, here are seven of the best designer bag dupes...
The elegant black handbag
We love a designer copy, and Mango has pulled it out of the bag with this elegant dupe.
The high street retailer is selling a version of the - and it's £1,120 cheaper.
There's nothing more timeless and versatile than a black bag, and the original designer version is loved by actresses Sienna Miller and Emma Roberts, as well as blogger Aimee Song.
's budget dupe, which costs £29.99, features a similar metallic ring handle, long adjustable shoulder strap and magnetic front flap fastening.
Naturally the suede-trimmed Chloé version carries a higher price tag - £1,150 to be exact - as it's real leather, but the bargain Mango handbag is ideal if you're watching the pennies.
The lips clutch
It's the quirky IT bag that’s been flaunted by the likes of Millie Mackintosh, Laura Whitmore and Myleene Klass.
Lulu Guinness’ Perspex lips clutch has gained a devoted following thanks to its glamorous pout design – but at £245 it comes at a hefty price.
has unveiled a strikingly similar bag that’s perfect for those looking to make a statement without splashing hundreds of pounds.
At £10, the high-street buy is a whopping £225 cheaper than the designer version.
The bargain clutch is made from 100% Perspex, features a metal chain that can be worn outside or tucked into the bag and clip fastening.
The novelty cat bag
ASOS is selling a cat-themed bag that’s a fraction of the cost of a pricey high-end option.
Feline-inspired clothing items seem to be all the rage at the moment, so much so that a £129 Ted Baker accessory is now completely out of stock.
Thankfully, there’s still a way to get hold of a lookalike bag, and you can snap it up for a total bargain.
The budget-friendly item has the same gold cat details – with adorable whiskers and a little nose.
It also boasts the same luxurious-looking gold chain that features on Ted Baker’s version.
Customers can snap up the bag on the for £18.
The practical backpack
Primark is selling a stylish backpack - and it's very similar to an eye-wateringly expensive version.
The faux-leather option is priced at £7, features a short handle, two longer straps and a tie fastening.
The elegant bag appears to be a take on Chelsea Khaki Grained Leather bag, which retails at £197.
The high-street dupe, which is in stores now, is expected to fly off the shelves.
The red over shoulder bag
Mango is selling a bright red handbag which bears striking similarities to a J.W. Anderson designer shoulder bag.
The difference?
's retails at £35.99, while a cult Mini Pierce bag will set you back nearly a GRAND at £975.
The more affordable design may not be real leather, but it's finished off with a pebbled leather effect.
It even has the same chain strap design and gold-tone circular barbell piercing closure as the high-end version.
The real leather staple
ASOS’s trendy black quilted accessory is fully lined and made from 100% sheepskin.
The lookalike item is also rectangular-shaped and features a similar chain strap to Chanel’s iconic large classic bag.
But while you’ll have to fork out a massive £4,450 for the designer accessory, ASOS’ option is priced at 100 TIMES cheaper.
Customers can snap up the quilted bag on for £45.
The embellished clutch
This Primark clutch has proven to be a hit with shoppers.
The beaded accessory retails at just £7, and is covered with a floral design.
As the back is covered in sparkle and intricate embellishment, it could easily pass as a luxury item.
And it also looks VERY similar to 's Monogram Sequin Flower Rock Flap Wallet-on-a-Chain Bag.
It will be difficult for customers to splash the cash on the designer accessory, which is made from velour, as it has almost completely sold out.
