That’s where the, ahem, *alternatives* come in. And by alternatives, I kinda maybe mean “dupes” or, you know, straight up “clones.” Look, I’m not saying you *should* buy a fake. But I’m also not *not* saying it, ya know?
I’ve seen some that are, like, surprisingly good. I mean, seriously, some of those “spot-on” Neverfull alternatives people are talking about online? They’re, like, practically twinsies. And at a fraction of the price. I even saw something about a Walmart dupe? A *Walmart* dupe! That’s wild.
Now, are they exactly the same? No. I mean, duh. And let’s be honest, the quality probably isn’t gonna be *exactly* the same. But, if you’re careful you can find some pretty good clones. Sometimes you can find ones that are of a high quality rep, and those are pretty good. Plus, it’s not like you’re walking around with a sign that says “I bought this from a questionable website in Guangzhou!” (Unless you *are*. Then, maybe rethink your life choices).
Honestly, sometimes I just want a bag that’s *slightly* different anyway. I mean the Neverfull is great, but everyone has one, right? It’s a bit, dare I say… basic? So finding an alternative, even if it’s not trying to be a straight-up clone, can be a fun way to stand out from the LV-toting crowd. There’s tons of amazing alternatives out there!
And look, I’m not advocating for supporting, like, unethical businesses or whatever. But let’s be real, are designer handbags *really* ethically made in the first place? I mean, probably not. So, if you’re gonna feel guilty about it either way, you might as well save a few grand, right? (Don’t quote me on that. I’m just spitballin’ here).
