Singer and style icon Lily Allen has once again demonstrated her knack for spotting high-fashion looks without the luxury price tag. The star was photographed on the streets of London carrying a chic, oversized woven tote that bears an uncanny resemblance to a coveted Bottega Veneta design.
The High Street Designer Dupe
The bag in question is the Dune London Deliberate large shoulder bag, which Allen sported in a soft sage green hue. Its slouchy silhouette and distinctive woven texture make it a near-perfect match for Bottega Veneta's large Hop Tote Bag. The critical difference lies in the price: while the designer original carries a staggering £3990 price tag, Dune's version is a mere £129.
This significant saving is partly due to the materials; the Dune bag is crafted from faux leather, whereas Bottega's is made from genuine leather. Despite this, the high street option has garnered impressive reviews, boasting a 4.8-star rating from shoppers who praise its luxurious feel and practical size.
Practical Details and Alternatives
Practicality is a key selling point for this affordable accessory. The standard Deliberate bag measures 46cm wide, 16cm high, and 12cm deep, making it spacious enough for a laptop or daily essentials. For those needing even more room, an XL version is available for £149, with dimensions of 50cm wide, 38cm high, and 10cm deep.
Although the exact sage green shade Allen carried is currently out of stock until December 30, the bag remains available in other colours including burgundy, brown, and a khaki green snake print. For shoppers seeking similar green woven styles, alternatives include Accessorize's Woven Shoulder Bag, on sale for £31.50, or Anthropologie's highly-rated Woven Faux-Leather Oversized Slouchy Tote for £115.
Shopper Reviews and Verdict
Customer feedback highlights the bag's appeal as a luxury alternative. One reviewer noted, "Very nice bag super quality soft and easy to wear... Price is also very reasonable compared similar bags costing over thousands." Another praised its "luxurious feel" and versatile colour.
Some critiques mentioned the bag's magnetic closure could be more secure and that the synthetic strap may slip off the shoulder. However, the overwhelming consensus positions Dune's Deliberate bag as a winning high street dupe, proving that Lily Allen's eye for mixing high and low fashion continues to influence savvy shoppers looking for designer style on a budget.
