Still thinking about the viral Melie Bianco Brigitte satchel that closely resembles a very expensive purse from Bottega Veneta (but costs a fraction of the price)? Well, you're gonna want to tap all the way in right now because the brand just launched an updated version of the purse in woven raffia, with a slew of new spring colors to choose from. In other words, it's time to trade out your old faux leather bag for the totally vacay-worthy Cher shoulder bag, starting at just $110.
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We took the liberty of researching the raffia material so you can know exactly what you're buying. And what did we find out? For starters, Janessa Leone, who's been designing handwoven straw hats and bags for her brand for over a decade, told Cosmopolitan, "The material is better suited for rain than leather. It’s naturally waterproof and won’t get ruined when it’s wet." So, while TikTok is obviously obsessed with the original vegan leather bag (see below), the new raffia style is clearly an upgrade, fit for both spring showers *and* summer beach days alike.
