Research from money.co.uk analyzed the price of luxury fashion items in different countries to reveal the cheapest (& most expensive) countries to buy iconic designer bags.
Chanel 2.55 handbag
Cheapest place to buy: United States – $6,800 (£4,872)
Priciest place to buy: Australia – AU$10,800 (£6,013)
The Chanel 2.55 handbag is one of the most iconic bags in fashion. Created in 1955 by Gabrielle Chanel, this timeless classic is popular the world over. The country with the highest price in Australia where it costs AU$10,800 (£6,013) while you can pick it up for the lowest price in the United States, where it costs as little as $6,800 (£4,872). That’s a difference of over £1,000!
Louis Vuitton Speedy 25 bag
Cheapest place to buy: Denmark – 6,600 DKK (£765)
The priciest place to buy: New Zealand – NZ$1,940 (£999)
The Louis Vuitton Speedy 25 is a luxurious compact handbag ideal for fashionable city living. First launched over 90 years ago as the “Express”, this bag will always be in fashion. You can find the Speedy 25 at its best value if you’re shopping in Denmark, where it is priced at 6,600 DKK (£765), while it is most expensive in New Zealand where it costs NZ$1,940 (£999).
Prada Galleria Saffiano leather bag
Cheapest place to buy: Russia – ₽200,000 (£1,876)
The priciest place to buy: South Korea – ₩3,510,000 (£2,255)
Another classic handbag, the Prada Galleria Safiano leather handbag has a simple yet modern look, characterized by its iconic silhouette. This luxury bag is most expensive in South Korea where it will cost you as much as ₩3,510,000 (£2,255), while it is at its lowest price in Russia at ₽200,000 (£1,876).
Fendi White Canvas Baguette bag
Cheapest place to buy: Eurozone – €2,200 (£1,895)
The priciest place to buy: China – CN¥22000 (£2,421)
The Fendi Baguette bag is an ultra-fashionable accessory oozing with Italian style. This bag is most expensive for those shopping in China, where it costs CN¥22000 (£2,421). You can pick one up for the lowest price in Europe, where it will set you back €2,200 (£1,895).
Yves Saint Laurent Sac De Jour – small in smooth leather
Cheapest place to buy: Eurozone – €2,390 (£2,059)
The priciest place to buy: South Korea – ₩4,250,000 (£2,730)
The Yves Saint Laurent Sac De Jour is a classic handbag that does not sacrifice practicality for its indisputable good looks. Made in Italy from 100% calfskin leather, there are few bags of as high quality as this. The most expensive place to buy this bag is in South Korea, where they sell for ₩4,250,000 (£2,730), while they are priced most affordably in Europe at €2,390 (£2,059).
