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Amazon’s $30 satchel looks like an iconic Balenciaga that's 100x the price
The slouchy, faux leather tote will make you feel like an It Girl without spending $3,000.
There are so many good trends out there right now, like knee-high boots, black tights and boho everything — bringing slouchy 2010s bags back into the spotlight. Case in point: the very famous, very trendy Balenciaga Le City bag. With its sturdy leather, chill aesthetic, practical pockets and edgy details, there's a reason why It Girls of the 2010s like Kate Moss wore it non-stop.
After disappearing for a moment, the City bag is back in a big way after the brand relaunched the famous style last year with none other than Moss herself leading the charge. Beyond the red carpet and tabloids, the Balenciaga bag has also gone virally famous with fashion influencers on TikTok who have once again (or for the very first time) fallen in love with the no-fuss, worn-in style. That said, it's not cheap, with prices hovering around $3,000 for the medium size bag.
Here's some good news, though: While perusing through the digital racks at Amazon, we found a similar style so you can get the look for around 100x less. No, we're not joking.
Black, of course, is classic — but the bag also comes in a fun metallic silver and simple cream shade.
Made of water-resistant and durable faux leather, this bag is basically going to be your new best friend. At 15 inches wide and almost 10 inches tall, you can fit your laptop alongside all of your other essentials (phone, wallet, keys, gum, crumpled receipts, lost hair ties, etc., etc.), making it ideal for work without sacrificing style. There's also a front zipper pouch and inner zipper pocket to help keep you organized. And if you feel like using a crossbody, it comes with adjustable and detachable shoulder straps.
Speaking of style, the edgy look goes with pretty much everything. Throwing on a white tee, jeans and your favorite kicks? Yup. How about a maxi dress as soon as spring hits? It pairs well with that too. Meanwhile, the buckles and zipper tassels keep things interesting without feeling over the top.
"This bag has been my go-to purse for everyday use," shared one five-star reviewer. "It's cute and comfortable to wear. The bag holds a good amount of items and is lightweight."
Take it from this second Amazon customer who got straight to the point in their enthusiastic one-word review: "Loveeee!!"
Another reviewer specifically called out the construction. "Sturdy materials," they wrote. "[It has a] tough strap and decent storage."
However, this four-star reviewer did note that the "tassels could be tighter." They also added a little bit of Vaseline to the zippers for a smoother run.
Oh, and there's one more thing we should mention. Hundreds of Amazon shoppers have already swopped it up this year, so you know it's going to be a huge hit for 2025.
Sometimes all you need is a little metallic silver to spice up your wardrobe.
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The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.
