Okay, so let’s talk Michael Kors bags. Are they, like, *actually* worth the money? This is a question that’s plagued my brain (and probably yours too, if you’re reading this) for ages. You see ’em everywhere, from the local mall to, like, Instagram influencers flashing their #OOTD. But are they *good* good, or just good-*enough* good?
First off, let’s address the elephant in the room. There’s Michael Kors, and then there’s “Michael by Michael Kors.” See what they did there? Sneaky, right? From what I understand (and I’m no expert, just a girl who likes bags), the “Michael by” line is, well, a bit cheaper. Probably uses different materials, you know, cuts corners here and there. So, if you’re expecting Gucci-level craftsmanship from a “Michael by,” you might be a tad disappointed.
I see so much hate for Michael Kors online, especially in handbag forums. People rag on ’em for being “low quality” or even, gasp, “tacky.” But hold on a sec. I actually bought a couple recently, and honestly? They’re pretty darn well-made. Like, surprisingly well-made! I’m used to Italian leather (because, you know, I’m *that* girl, lol), and these Kors bags are holding their own. Maybe the quality has improved, or maybe those haters just got a bad batch. Who knows?
But here’s the thing: are they an *investment* piece? Probably not. I mean, you’re not gonna be selling your Michael Kors bag for double the price in 20 years, unlike, say, a vintage Chanel. So if you’re looking for something that will hold its value, maybe look elsewhere.
And then there’s the whole “is it worth the *price*?” thing. I mean, let’s be real, Coach, Kate Spade, Michael Kors, they’re all kind of in the same ballpark, price-wise. And honestly? It really boils down to personal taste and, you know, what kind of sales you can snag. I’ve been contemplating buying a bag from one of these brands for ages, and I’m still on the fence about the whole “spending-that-much-on-a-bag” thing. I mean, I have a few Aldo bags, and they do the job, ya know?
