TkMaxx is one of those shops, you either love or hate. Up until a few months back, I had the latter opinion and blindly wrote it off as a shop full of last seasons unsellable tat. But how wrong was I? I will admit that at times it may resemble a jumble sale, but look past the sea of unorganised mess, and there are real bargains to be had (read my tips on getting a bargain here).
With a trip to Paris on the horizon I have been on the look out for the perfect fuss free bag, thats practical yet chic (I will be going to the fashion capital after all). Whilst perusing the aisles of my local TkMaxx, I spotted an abundance of current season crossover bags, but nothing really bowled me over. This was until my boyfriend came whizzing around the corner clutching this beautiful bag by none other than Michael Kors (he is seriously well trained in spotting a gem, I wish I had his skills).
When I laid eyes on this magnificent piece of arm candy (note: im the girl who named my precious Jet Set Tote) I knew that it would be the perfect travel companion. The bag is a beautiful (think I may be overusing the word beautiful!!) buttery leather in a vibrant navy blue, finished off with gorgeous gold hardware. According to the card inside, the leather will patina over time, so im looking forward to seeing it age with use gracefully.
The bag itself is a pretty decent size for a crossover, with several pockets in the back, front and inside, making it easy to keep essentials organised whilst on the go (my boyfriend is adamant this wont happen haha).
This little beauty cost £100, I know I know its a little pricey (I contemplated the purchase for a good while, whilst grasping the bag in fear of it falling out of my grasp). But with the RRP setting a handbag junkie back £225 and an increasing amount of high street bags ranging between the £50-£100 mark, it really is a worthwhile gem, especially for a designer label!
Right im off to sit and admire my new addition (I need a life).
What has been your best TkMaxx find?
The bag is gorgeous! Sometimes TKMax is just full of junk (to me anyway) but sometimes it can be a really great shop.
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thaaanks!! Im with you that it can be full of junk!! but usually the little gems make it worth it ;) xx
DeleteThis really is a gem! You've done so well finding it for £100
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thaaanks, I couldn't believe it when I saw it!! :) xx
DeleteWhat a fabulous find! TK Maxx can be an absolute goldmine sometimes!
ReplyDeleteThanks Tamsin :).. tell me about it, I would love to go to one of the bigger shops just to see what they stock :) xx
DeleteSuch a great find Sophie! I love MK and the style of this bag reminds me of my Rebecca Minkoff bags- it also looks very similar in style to the Tory Burch cross body bags :D I love it- so cute and a great colour for all seasons :) xxx
ReplyDeletethanks Claudia!! Ive actually had my eye on a Minkoff bag for a while, and it was the style of this that won me over!! ah I adore the Tory Burch cross bodys!! :) xx
DeleteGorgeous bag, what an amazing find!
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thaaaanks!! Still cant believe I found a bag like this in TkMaxx :O xx
DeleteHow good is your boyfriend for spotting this?! Go him! Such a gorgeous bag :) and the price is amazing :) I never find anything as good as this in my tk maxx booo :( xxx
ReplyDeleteI need to learn his skills for spotting a bargain ;) haha... thaaaanks, I know its pricey but it really was a steal :).. aww no, keep searching, I always seem to spot a bargain on my way out, oops haha xx
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aww thanks so much, im glad you think so :) xx
Deletei adore this bag! :)
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thaaaanks xx
DeleteOh it's gorgeous - what a find!! <3
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Thanks Jennie!! I still cant believe I found it!! :) xx
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£100?!?! That's a bargain, and wow that bag is beautiful! I am so incredibly jealous haha xx
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aww thanks, I still cant believe I found it in there!! xx
DeleteLove this bag! Its so nice, such a lucky find! x
ReplyDeletethanks I love it!! I still cant believe I found it (well my boyfriend haha) xx
DeleteThis bag is darling! Have a great time in Paris, I'm actually going there next week too :)
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aww thanks so much!! im ridiculously excited for Paris! I hope you have an amazing time too!! :) xx
DeleteI love this bag, it's gorgeous! I love all things Michael Kors :)
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Thaaaanks!!.. Haha I second that ;) .. Just call me obsessed ;) xx
DeleteSuch a beautiful photos! Amazing colour and bag!
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Aww thanks so much!! Its such a beaut isn't it! :) xx
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