Nicole Lee Candace Boston Bag | Signature Print Ombre Camel Handbag

Posted on: Jul 19

Nicole Lee Candace Boston Nicole Lee shows uncharacteristic restraint with this Candace Boston Bag.

It seems the cheap and cheerful label may have taken more than a few leaves out of Louis Vuitton's design book here. The signature print with its flowers and diamonds seems inspired by Louis Vuitton's more famous quatrefoils and blooms. The gentle camel coloring also isn't such a departure from Louis Vuitton's favored tan, although Nicole Lee does offer us a few more options. The black's not bad, but the vivid blue and purple shades seem a bit out of place on such a traditionally styled purse.

Carrying this affordable Boston bag certainly won't make you feel as pampered as holding a Louis Vuitton original will. We don't get real leather, or protective feet on the base. The lining feels pretty cheap, and its pockets aren't reinforced.

But perhaps we should be focusing on what we do get, rather than what we don't. Honestly I think Nicole Lee's given us value for our dollar here, with a selection of carry straps and a plethora of pockets. At only $64.50, the Candace is a great buy for frugal fashionistas.