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M&S’s sequin bag is a party-ready alternative to Prada’s crystal Cleo
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Your support makes all the difference.With the festive period fast approaching, it’s time to revamp your wardrobe for party season – think metallic trousers, feathered mini dresses and sequins galore.
Arguably the perfect party bag, Prada’s crystal-adorned Cleo is an effortless way to elevate your evening ensembles. Playing on one of the label’s most popular silhouettes from the Nineties, the sleek shoulder bag style has rapidly risen to cult status.
Worn by everyone from Hailey Bieber to Kendall Jenner, the luxe design remains (very) out of budget for most of us.
Luckily, M&S has dropped a nice sparkly alternative for winter 2023. The high-street stalwart’s new shoulder bag riffs on Prada’s glitzy design, but will set you back around £3,270 less (leaving plenty of spare change for martinis).
Crafted from faux leather with a crystal-effect finish, the M&S bag is characterised by an angular base and curved silhouette that’s similar to Prada’s design. Here’s everything you need to know.
M&S faux-leather underarm shoulder bag: £29.50, Marksandspencer.com
An easy way to inject some glamour into your evening look, M&S’s shoulder bag is crafted from faux leather with a crystal-effect finish. The high street alternative is characterised by a similar angular base and clean curves as Prada’s, but as you’d expect it’s by no means the same quality as the designer piece. There’s an internal zip pocket to keep valuables safe and secure.
Prada Cleo satin bag with crystals: £3,300, Farfetch.com
Upon its unveiling in 2020, Prada’s Cleo bag was an instant hit among the style set. Now, the cult bag has been given a crystal makeover that nails the party season dress code. Elegant and thoroughly modern, the bag is made from satin and embellished with arresting crystals of various sizes. The Cleo’s silhouette is instantly recognisable, thanks to the angular base and curved shape. If you’re willing to invest, the crystal Cleo is an evening-wear staple for life.
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