Luxe for Less: Shop Leather Bags Under P6,000 at This Store
Leather goods don't have to be pricey.
(SPOT.ph) When you hear the words "leather goods," what typically follows are more words like "luxury" and "my wallet can't afford this." Blame it on luxury brands and their arm-and-a-leg prices—don't take that as a sign that you can't own your own dependable leather piece though. There are a ton of local brands that offer quality leather goods at affordable to mid-range prices. Take for example a new addition to the scene: House of Little Bunny. Kim Chiu's freshly launched brand has everyday bags in classic styles that can compete with the big leagues, and get this, we spotted nothing above P6,000.
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Here are the leather bag options you can cop from House of Little Bunny:
No, this isn't House of the Dragon where everything and everyone confuses you. As of writing, the shop is keeping things simple online with just three designs available: The Timeless, Horizon, and Dumpling, all no-fuss options that would make for a great go-to piece in your wardrobe.
The Timeless (P5,590) is one of the store's pricier items and rightfully so as it is made from Epsom leather—which comes from male calfskin and is quite popular in Hermès bags—giving the bag a textured and rigid structure while keeping things lightweight. The box design and metallic accent will give any OOTD a classic, and yes, timeless touch; old-money aesthetic, anyone?
The Horizon (P5,590) on the other hand can be your "Mary Poppins" bag. No, it isn't bottomless but thanks to the expandable wings, the bag becomes a more functional piece. You can wear it two ways: closed for when you have fewer items to bring, and expanded in case you need to have more space in your purse. It also has an adorable heart-shaped clasp so you won't have to worry about your secrets, er, your things spilling out.
If you've been eyeing a different brand's Dumpling bag, you might want to go for a local version from House of Little Bunny instead. Their version of the Dumpling (P3,590) is made from genuine leather and comes with a detachable strap. It measures 15 cm or roughly 5.9 inches on each side making it a reasonably sized bag for your day-to-day needs. Plus, the relatively literal box shape gives this piece an interesting edge.
House of Little Bunny is available online. For more information, check out their Instagram.