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M&S’s £35 bag looks just like Celine’s luxury crossbody – and it’s back in stock for autumn
The high-street take features a faux-leather finish and comes in four colourways
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Your support makes all the difference.There are few bags as timeless as Celine’s box crossbody. Crafted from calfskin leather with luxe gold finishing, the classic design has continued to grace the label’s collections since it debuted in 2011.
Loved by the style set for its boxy silhouette and smooth-grain finish, it can elevate even the simplest of outfits. But with its £2,550 price tag (£2,950 for the larger size), the cult bag remains on the wish list for us mere mortals.
So, when M&S dropped a £35 crossbody bag that looked far more expensive than its price tag suggested, it soon sold out (naturally). But now, it’s back in the label’s autumn collection which is fronted by none other than Sienna Miller.
The high-street design has a faux-leather finish, and to emulate Celine’s coveted bag, as well as a gold-effect pushlock fastening and adjustable crossbody strap.
If you’re looking to cop M&S’s crossbody bag for the season ahead (saving yourself £2,515), here’s everything you need to know about the high-street design.
M&S faux-leather crossbody bag: £35, Marksandspencer.com
While obviously not as luxe as Celine’s crossbody, M&S’s design is crafted from smooth-looking faux leather. With an adjustable strap for a comfortable fit, and brushed gold-effect hardware, all the key design details are there.
With two spacious compartments, a zipped pocket and a push-lock fastening, to keep essentials secure, it’s both functional and fashionable. Whether elevating your weekend ensembles or holding your valuables while out for dinner, the sleek design is a fail-safe option.
Celine teen classic bag in box calfskin: £2,550, Celine.com
While M&S’s bag is a stellar affordable alternative, you just can’t beat the original. Characterised by the smooth, calfskin leather outer, lambskin inner and gold fastening, the decadent crossbody is simple yet timelessly stylish.
Offering versatility, you can choose to hand carry, shoulder carry or wear crossbody, while the two inner compartments and pull tab closure ensure its practicality. If you prefer a larger bag, there’s also a medium size (£3,100, Celine.com).
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