Target Is Selling an 'Adorable' $20 Summer Bag That Looks So Similar to a Designer Style That's Over 5x the Price
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Woven bags are usually reserved for beach trips or pool days, but there are some distinct styles that work as a perfect everyday accessory. We’re very much into woven purses that have a structured design, and naturally Target has one we've totally fallen in love with.
Check out this adorable mini tote from Universal Thread. It has the perfect upscale touches that make the $20 Target purse look far more expensive than it is, plus it can pair so well with practically any summer ensemble.
Universal Thread Caning Mini Tote Handbag, $20 at Target
This mini tote can actually be super functional for busy days. It’s about 7.5 inches tall and 5.5 inches wide, which may seem tiny, but according to reviewers this purse is surprisingly roomy. Shoppers say the bag is the “perfect” size and shape to fit “all small essentials” you may need while out running errands.
The woven cane design is made to look like wicker or rattan, but it’s actually all synthetic, which makes the purse water-resistant and extra lightweight. The main body of the bag is outlined with dark brown vegan leather trim that helps give the mini tote its high-end look. (The bag's available in yellow as well for a fun pop of color if that's more your style, too.)
That elevated aesthetic is why so many shoppers gravitated to this bag, and some have even compared it to similar designer styles that are far more expensive. One of the best examples that we found is this purse from Bloomingdale’s. They feature the same type of weaving pattern, similar leather trim, and are virtually the same shape.
Lusana Emerald Mini Woven Rattan Tote, $113 (was $189) at Bloomingdale’s
Although the top handles of these two purses are different, the advantage that the Target tote has over the designer option is that it comes with a detachable crossbody strap. So if you’re looking to save money on a purse like this one, the Target tote is the clear winner.
