It is my inspired opinion that imitation bags, yes I mean especially ones that copy design without logo, lower the value of the original, creative and unique designs of the big designer handbags, thereby raising individual bag costs due in part to lower sales, but also the mere essence of the original look being perverted and disbursed to the masses!

Think about this, an ever-increasing pricetag for a line with an ever-decreasing value? You don’t want to carry that, even if you rock the income and covet the style.

But what should low-end consumers do when faced with a reputable brand-name’s copy? It is under $100, or on sale for so, it might even be genuine leather. Maybe one wants to “stick it” to the pricemakers of $4,000 … $7,000 … $11,000 bags.

I know when I saw this Wilson’s Leather Turn-Lock Handbag that was in the style of Hermes Birkin, I suddenly liked it, and it was suddenly perfect for my needs. I bought it, I love it, and I’m into it more than the original design. (But sometimes I feel guilty.) What do you think is crossing this fine line (or perhaps it’s large yellow tape)?

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