Mango fanatics go wild as the high street store is selling a very similar alternative to Staud’s Moon Bag for less

We’re obsessed with this Mango bag that’s perfect for our next night out – and we’re even more obsessed that it’s now on sale too! (Picture: Metro/Mango/Getty)

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We love an accessory, specifically a handbag, as we think it is the finishing touch to complete any outfit, no matter the occasion. 

While we may have designer taste, we also have a lemonade budget, and can’t justify spending hundreds of pounds on a designer handbag, as much as we desperately wish we could.  We have searched high and low to find the best designer-looking bags from high street stores, such as M&S, River Island, and Mango. Our latest find may just be the best lookalike yet. 

Mango is selling the Oval Shoulder Bag, which initially retailed for £45.99, but is on sale for £29.99, which makes a saving in itself.  The must-have arm-candy is a very similar alternative to Staud’s Moon Bag, which fetches £285, so shopping Mango’s alternative could save you even more. Say less!

Both Mango and Staud’s bags feature a curved top handle and an oval-shaped body, which is a welcome alternative to square, rectangular, or barrel handbags we have worn of late.  

The short top handle on both designs makes it easy to carry as a handbag, or slip over the arm and place on the shoulder. 

The Mango design features an additional seam along the upper section on the body of the bag, which supports the rigid structure of the design and prevents it from collapsing in, at least that’s what we think it functions to do. Though Staud’s design lacks this additional feature, both bags appear to have the same thickness around the body of the bag, and offer a robust structure. 

Mango’s bag features a zip fastening, whereas Staud’s has a magnetic fixture.  Admittedly, we prefer the former to ensure our belongings don’t fall out of the bag, and are out of reach of wandering hands. 

You might want to snap up this bargain bag whilst you can, from Mango. (Picture: Metro/Mango)

The Staud handbag features a detachable clasp fixture around the top handle, though if this is removed it would be difficult to tell the difference between both designs. 

One stark difference (aside from the price) is the fabric. Mango has crafted a faux leather design from polyurethane, and has a polyester lining. On the other hand, Staud’s creation has been created from cow’s leather and features a suede inner lining – hence the hefty price tag. However, Staud has also created raffia designs, which are perfect for the summer months and beach breaks. 

Mango’s handbag comes in three timeless colourways, black, medium brown and off-white, while Staud’s Moon Bag comes in 10 colours and prints. 

For a saving of £255.01 to be exact, it’s safe to say Mango’s Oval Shoulder Bag gets our seal of approval for daytime and evening wear.

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