Two years ago, I saw a woman sitting across from me on the subway that looked so impossibly cool, I actually took a photo of her outfit like a real fashion creep. The crux of her ensemble was a stunningly simple black suede handbag with no obvious branding, and while I’m sure she would’ve been only too happy to tell me where it was from if I’d asked, I was too intimidated by her coolness and failed to buck up before reaching my stop. And so the reverse Google image search began—a wild hunt that landed me at Vestiaire Collective, an online retailer for pre-owned luxury goods, which just so happened to have one listing of the Gucci Bardot shoulder bag in black suede I’d so admired on the subway stranger’s arm. And thus began my love affair with Vestiaire.
10 of the Best Designer Bags at Vestiaire Collective Right Now, All Under $950
Better act fast
PureWow editors select every item that appears on this page, and some items may be gifted to us. Additionally, PureWow may earn compensation through affiliate links within the story. All prices are accurate upon date of publish. You can learn more about the affiliate process here.
Shopping secondhand can be stressful, both in person and online, but Vestiaire Collective is one of the best places I’ve found to help streamline the whole process so I can actually find, and buy, what I want. First and foremost, it has a team of authenticators, so you can feel confident you’re buying the real deal. There are even Trusted and Expert badges sellers can earn to let buyers know they’re easy to work with. Prices are negotiable, it’s easy to make offers back and forth and items must be shipped within seven days or the order is automatically canceled, so you won’t have to wait ages for your new old designer items to arrive. Best of all, sorting through items is wonderfully easy thanks to a wide range of filters you can set and about as streamlined an image process as a secondhand site can have.
Since purchasing my pre-loved Gucci Bardot bag—which I am just as obsessed with now as I was when I first spotted it on the subway—I’ve made a handful of other purchases at Vestiaire. I’ve missed out on a handful I wish I’d jumped on, as well. So to help ensure the best of the best deals don’t pass you by, I curated a list of ten gorgeous designer handbags, all under $950, that you absolutely won’t regret adding to your collection.
1. Longchamp Pliage Cloth Handbag
Vestiaire Collective
Longchamp’s Le Pliage totes have long been a lowkey favorite for the fashion set—even Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle are fans—so now’s your chance to pick up a classic medium-sized tote for under $100. This design is made of black canvas with a matching black leather trim, and is the ideal size for an everyday carryall. It can fit your phone, wallet, keys, sunglasses and even a petite novel for anyone whose new year’s resolution was “read more.”
FAST FACTS
- Condition: very good
- Dimensions: width 7.5 inches, height 9.8 inches
2. Louis Vuitton Noé Leather Handbag
Vestiaire Collective
This Luis Vuitton bucket bag typically retails for over $1,000, making this pre-loved style a total steal. It has an adjustable leather pull that cinches in the top to keep all your valuables safe, as well as a leather shoulder strap that can be lengthened to wear as a crossbody if you prefer. It also comes with the original dust bag so you can keep that leather looking gorgeous even while it’s sitting in your closet.
FAST FACTS
- Dimensions: width 10.5 inches, height 10.5 inches, depth 7.5 inches
- Condition: very good
3. Marc Jacobs The Tag Tote Handbag
Vestiaire Collective
Follow in Emily Cooper’s very chic footsteps with this cozy, sherpa tote bag by Marc Jacobs. You can carry it via the fuzzy top handle straps, over your shoulder or draped across your torso with the included adjustable strap. And that gorgeous caramel brown color is sure to go with everything in your wardrobe, no matter your sense of style.
FAST FACTS
- Condition: new with tags
- Dimensions: width 12.75 inches, height 11 inches
4. Coach Hamilton Hobo Leather Bag
Vestiaire Collective
The crescent shape of this shoulder bag is very trendy right now, as is the brown leather. But the signature Coach monogram pattern adds a touch of fun that makes this a great everyday bag. Just note that the strap is not adjustable.
FAST FACTS
- Condition: new with tags
- Dimensions: width 11.25 inches, height 6.5 inches, depth 3.25 inches
5. Loewe Square Basket Leather Handbag
Vestiaire Collective
I adore a chic straw bag for the warmer months, but the leather detailing on this Loewe beauty makes it feel appropriate for even late fall too. Plus, the bottom is also lined with leather to better protect your bag from rough surfaces when you put it down. The extra-long straps fit comfortably over your shoulders, and the bag itself is just the right size for all the essentials, plus a bottle of sunscreen or e-reader.
FAST FACTS
- Condition: new with tags
- Dimensions: width 6.9 inches, height 9.1 inches, depth 2 inches
6. Gucci GG Marmont Leather Crossbody Bag
Vestiaire Collective
Gucci’s Marmont crossbody is a total classic, one that will never go out of style, making this a wonderful investment piece. The deep green is a nice departure from the more expected black or beige, but is every bit as versatile, especially with that signature gold chain strap. The particular pre-loved Marmont also comes with the dust bag for easy storage.
FAST FACTS
- Condition: very good
- Dimensions: width 6.7 inches, height 3.9 inches, depth 2 inches
Vestiaire Collective
Mark my words, this Kate Middleton-approved brand is going to be everywhere in 2025, so you’d be clever to pick up a tote like this beauty while you can. It’s a fantastic work bag, with room for a 16-inch laptop in addition to all your daily essentials. It closes with both a central magnet and top snaps on the sides, and despite the fact that the straps are not adjustable, they reportedly fit very comfortably over your shoulder.
FAST FACTS
- Condition: very good
- Dimensions: width 19.3 inches, height 8.7 inches, depth 5.9 inches
8. Tory Burch Leather Crossbody Bag
Vestiaire Collective
Another timeless classic, this Tory Burch crossbody is fabulous for everyday use, travel or nights out with friends. The strap is a combination of gold chain links and matching taupe leather, and can even be adjusted to fit different heights, or worn as a shoulder bag. And the chic gold zipper ensures everything stays safely in place as you bop about town in style.
FAST FACTS
- Condition: new with tags
- Dimensions: width 7 inches, height 5 inches, depth 2 inches
9. Bottega Veneta Casette Leather Handbag
Vestiaire Collective
Bottega Veneta’s woven leather bags have been a must-have for years now, so any opportunity to score one for under $1,000 is a hot deal, in my opinion. This particular style is in the brand’s iconic, signature green hue and has a unique reticular structure that’s supremely cool. The inside also features four card slots and one slip pocket to keep all your things neatly organized.
FAST FACTS
- Condition: never worn
- Dimensions: width 9 inches, weight 6 inches, depth 2 inches
10. Balenciaga Hourglass Leather Crossbody Bag
Vestiaire Collective
Another trendy silhouette, the Balenciaga Hourglass is the ultimate going-out bag. The immediately recognizable shape is both fun and chic, and I know this black croc-embossed version will go with anything and everything in your wardrobe. It even comes with the original dust bag and care card so you can ensure it stays looking just as beautiful and party-ready for years to come.
FAST FACTS
- Condition: never worn
- Dimensions: width 4.5 inches, height 3.1 inches, depth 1.6 inches
