Studded duffle bag Savvy vs Splurge - by Chic n Cheap Living

Savvy vs. Splurge: Alexander Wang Rocco studded duffle bag vs. Dorothy Perkins bag

March 26, 2013

If you asked me five years ago whether I would wear studs in my clothing or accessories, I would have thought “Don’t those belong on a motorcycle jacket or something?”

But ask me today if I’d wear studs and I would say “Of course!”

Part of my fascination with studs came about when I started paying attention to Alexander Wang a bit more.  Alexander Wang clothing and accessories undisputedly give off a vibe of downtown cool.

One of  Alexander Wang’s standout creations (now one of his signatures) is the subtlety studded Rocco bag.  It is compact and functional, but has unexpected studs on the bottom of the bag.  I’ve thought about getting one for a while but was always a little worried about the weight of the bag.  The Rocco now comes in a slightly smaller size and the studs have varied from brass to rose gold to lucite.  I’ll still definitely think about this bag, but it is nice to know there are similar studded bags as well (the Eros studded tote is only $65 and a complete copy in the saddle color but is sold out for now).

So would be you be savvy or splurge on a studded duffle bag?

Studded duffle bag Savvy vs Splurge - by Chic n Cheap Living

Black mixed stud barrel bag, Dorothy Perkins, $44

Rocco in soft black with pale gold, Alexander Wang, $895

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  • Kim March 26, 2013 at 01:30

    HaHa! My answer would’ve been the same as yours! The savvy bag looks better than the splurge. I’m thinking about purchasing some spiked sandals 🙂

    • Chic 'n Cheap Living March 26, 2013 at 11:56

      Ooh get the spiked sandals! I bet they would look amazing on you!

  • Emma (Fluff and Fripperies) March 26, 2013 at 04:54

    Oh my – I think I just fell in love with the Alexander Wang handbag. I do like the style of the cheaper bag but the leather in Wang offering looks so soft and buttery!

    • Chic 'n Cheap Living March 26, 2013 at 11:55

      The leather in the Alexander Wang actually is pretty nice. I bet you would like the different color studs – it has come in black, brass, rose gold, and lucite!

  • The Dainty Dolls House March 26, 2013 at 06:24

    I like them both!! The savvy bag does have a bot more detail though, so lovely xx

  • A Fine Balance March 26, 2013 at 08:24

    I actually think I prefer the dorothy Perkins bag! A Fine Balance

  • Cafe Fashionista March 26, 2013 at 08:38

    I like the Splurge bag more – just in a different color {Rosie Huntington-Whiteley has a gray/taupe shade that I love}. I guess I’m just not one for studs… :/

    • Chic 'n Cheap Living March 26, 2013 at 11:54

      I JUST posted this gray shade on my Facebook page. It is such a beautiful neutral color! Maybe you’d like it more with the rose gold or lucite studs?

  • Kim March 26, 2013 at 09:48

    I actually like the “savvy” bag better, but would probably want to feel it in person. There is something about a real leather bag that is just so luxe!

  • krystal/village March 26, 2013 at 10:09

    i like the splurge! i always love these posts. however, it verifies that i have expensive taste all the time!

    • Chic 'n Cheap Living March 26, 2013 at 11:51

      Haha, we both have expensive taste!

  • Coco March 26, 2013 at 14:08

    I must stay that the Dorothy Perkins makes a statement too… I love studs if “dosed” like in these two bags, while I’ve seen a lot of items covered with an exaggerated amount of sparkly metal! Love

  • Elle sees March 26, 2013 at 16:34

    I like the cheaper version this time!

  • Krysten March 26, 2013 at 18:16

    Gotta say I’d be a big spender on this one.

  • Denise March 26, 2013 at 18:21

    People say that when I look at two things, I always pick the most expensive one – but this time I will go savvy – I really loved the style!

  • lyddiegal March 26, 2013 at 20:29

    I actually quite like the style of the Dorothy Perkins bag – But I’d rather have a leather bag over a plastic bag any day.

  • MOSAMUSE March 26, 2013 at 23:37

    great find but i would have to say that I would love to rock the alexander wang!
    xo
    MOSAMUSE

    http://www.MOSAMUSE.com

  • honeymyheart March 28, 2013 at 00:16

    i think this time i would splurge! the alexander wang duffle is just so beautiful.

    • Chic 'n Cheap Living March 28, 2013 at 12:20

      You are so right Jella. I love the Alexander Wang duffle too, especially in the brighter colors and with different colored studs. I hear the smaller version is at least lighter and still cute!

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