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Maybe we’re nostalgic for the giddiness of fall backpack shopping, but the urge to invest in a new bag hits hard this time of year. While there’s a time, place, and outfit for embracing of-the-moment trends (micro bag, we’re looking at you), it’s easier to justify the purchase of a timeless investment bag you’ll be draping over your shoulder for years to come. An even easier justification? Scoring one at a price so low you do a double take to ensure your eyes aren’t deceiving you. In our endless quest to track down pinch-me deals, we’ve discovered a Radley London Bag Hillgate Place bag for less than $200 at QVC. This large, open-top leather bag, which typically retails for more than $300, recently dropped on QVC to $188!
Size: 14”W x 16″H x 6″D with a 10″ strap drop | Colors: 1 (Ink) | Material: Genuine leather
Pros:
- Made from genuine soft-grained leather, it packs in luxury details at an affordable price
- It’s large enough to fit everyday essentials like your wallet, makeup bag, cell phone, and keys, but also small enough to feel light and comfortable
- Radley London uses ethically-produced leather, green energy sources to monitor day-to-day practices including packaging and transport, and partners with the Rimba Raya Biodiversity Reserve to give back to the planet
Cons:
- If you’re looking for a black bag that can go with anything, this is a slight twist on the neutral color
- If you’re shopping for a commuter bag, this option isn’t large enough to accommodate a laptop
About the Radley London Hillgate Place bag
If you aren’t familiar with Radley London’s luxury handbags, wallets, and accessories, you’re in for a treat. The London-based brand has captured the hearts of British fashion editors, stylists, and influencers for years and the love has journeyed across the pond. The brand is known for creating sumptuous leather bags that can stand the test of time, and the Hillgate Place style is no exception. A perfect everyday bag, it’s the ideal size for all your essentials. Its triangle shape is one of those iconic silhouettes that’s had a major re-emergence, so it strikes a balance between being trendy yet classic.
It’s available in the color ink, which is actually a deep blue, and is crafted from pebbled leather and lined with a soft faux suede. It features a single strap, hook closure, zipped back pocket, protective metal feet, gold-toned hardware, dog clip fastening, detachable branded key fob, and a dust bag.
As to be expected, inventory on this bag is running low. If you’re on the fence, you might want to grab one while you still can, especially since QVC offers free exchanges. Our take? For a European luxury bag with an iconic shape, just-right size, and a color that’s a slight departure from the black options you already own, it’s a no-brainer.
Looking for more spacious, stylish bags? Check out our list of the best tote bags for work, which has plenty of other large, leather styles.