High-end VS High-street #2

I have a crush on Alexander. I have had a crush on Mr. Wang ever since I laid my eyes on his lamb skin studded bags. Ohh they are classic, casual cool and just all the words I like associated with my wardrobe. This season this bag in on the top of my wishlist.

I love the dusted colour – it is simply perfect for summer. However, if you haven’t got the money for a real Wang like the one above or this..

Diego bag from Alexander Wang – Price € 684 (DKK 5098)

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There are some high street opportunities you can turn to instead. Nasty Gal has actually made a very cool Wang’ish bag:

Studded Backpack from Nasty Gal – Price: € 45 (DKK 335)

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Even though I think that its great that there are more affordable possibilities to acquire cool designer items, I must also admit that Im a bit dubious about the concept from time to time. I think it is okay for high street companies to get inspired by the high end designers (like in this case), but complete counterfeits or knock offs Im not a fan off. I think it is disrespectful of the creative spirit – the designer – behind the original design.

Sure I like the back by Nasty Gal above, but I must admit that I must own a real Wang at some point. The feeling you get from wearing real designer quality is priceless in some cases – and in my book Wang is such a case