The Perfect Budget Handbag

Finding a well-made, budget-priced handbag, which still manages to be fashionable and stylish, can be challenging.

In a world where the look, feel and aroma of real leather (like coffee) can often be irresistible for a seasoned shopper, non-leather accessories are all but overlooked. However, Rosetti handbags are sure to satisfy the senses. They are styled in the latest contemporary materials and colours, they feel good to hold, and they usually have extra inclusions such as a cometic case, glasses case or wallet.

During the winter past, I found a lovely chocolate brown Rosetti satchel-style bag with front pockets, which came with a matching wallet. It was a fantastic buy - on sale at a mere $15.95(!) It was perfect for the season, except that the strap was a little too long, so off I went to the shoe repairer to shorten the strap so the bag sat snuggly in place under my arm.

Just last week, I searched for a tan tote bag that would suit my summer wardrobe, and again found a great Rosetti buy which fits all my requirements. At $35.00 this is one of the loveliest slouchy tote-style shoulder bags I've seen in its league. It includes a cosmetic case and glasses case and has well placed pockets to house the car keys, garage door remote control and mobile phone.

I'm delighted that it is so practical as well as stylish. Just today I teamed it with; wide-leg full-length black pants, a short crisp white jacket, leopard print scarf in tan and brown tones (tied around the waist as a belt), brown platform sandals and a chunky brown/amber coloured resin bangle (I love putting things together for the first time and having them come together perfectly).

Rosetti handbags are an American brand, exclusive to Strandbags Australia. Unfortunately Rosetti don't have their own website, however you can view some of their bags at the Strandbags website or call into one of their stores to see the full range on offer.

NB: Online photos of the Rosetti bags I bought are not available at the moment. However, these photos give an indication of the colour and style as described above.