Dooney and Bourke Handbag

One of the most notable high-end products available today is the Dooney and Bourke handbag.  While there are competing companies such as Louis Vuitton, Coach, and Prada; Dooney & Bourke has become even more popular today due to its ever-changing designs and accessories.

Dooney & Bourke was founded in 1975 and, unlike the Louis Vuitton handbags that are exorbitant in price, Dooney & Bourke has created a market for handbags that are both unique and are categorized by the company as “affordable luxury.”   Rich with pastel colors and a variety of patterns, this company has afforded anyone the opportunity to own a Dooney & Bourke without breaking the bank.  Their line extends to luggage, bracelets, watches, briefcases, iPod cases, wallets, and products made just for men as well.

Let’s take a look at some of their handbags that are currently available.  The Small Domed Satchel, priced at $225.00, has an inside zip pocket, cell phone pocket, inside key hook, lined with a zip closure.   The Large Shopper is priced at $285.00 and has the same interior design as the Satchel.  The Large Tassel Top Zip sells for $185.00 and has two inside pockets, while the Bucket Bag is priced at $140.00 and has one inside pocket, cell phone pocket, and inside key hook.  The Medium Side Zip Shopper is $350.00 and has two outside zip pockets, one inside pocket, one inside zip pocket, magnetic closure, and feet.  The New Tote is priced at $195.00 with two inside zip pockets, magnetic closure, and feet. Finally, the Medium Sac with Twisted Strap is $240.00 and includes inside zip pocket, inside key hook, cell phone pocket, strap down length of 8” and a magnetic snap closure.

Of course, while you can order a Dooney & Bourke handbag online through their company site, you can also order this product via home shopping networks as well.  For example, one network sells a Dooney & Bourke Signature Coated Fabric Bucket Bag for $130.56.  Its original price is $144.00.

It should be noted, however, that when you are shopping for a Dooney & Bourke handbag, that you ensure the site is selling the “Real McCoy.”  Oftentimes, there are auction sits that claim the handbags are original D&B bags when, in fact, they are knock-offs.  Another point to be made is that flea markets tend to sell fake Louis Vuitton, D&B, and other well-known brand names.  Never buy any of these well-known handbags from a street vendor.  They are knock-offs as well.

A Dooney and Bourke handbag has the D&B logo, a serial number, brass tags and zippers as well as the cotton lining.  If you are unsure of its authenticity, you can call D&B and give them the serial number.    Just as with any other high-priced handbag, it is important to check out the company online and its products so that you can determine what to look for when shopping for an original D&B.