First off, I saw this thing about Nordstrom.com having, like, a “great selection” of handbags. “All Deals, Sale & Clearance,” it says. Sounds promising, right? But, lemme tell you, “clearance” can be a dangerous word. You might find a *steal*, or you might find a bag that’s, um, shall we say, *seen better days*. Tread carefully. Also, “top brands” doesn’t always mean quality, ya know? Sometimes it just means overpriced. Just sayin’.
Then there’s that weird “No Rx Required” thing. What even *is* that doing there? Maybe it’s just some SEO nonsense, trying to trick the Google algorithm into thinking they’re selling something else entirely. Honestly, the internet’s a weird place. Anyway, they’re selling shoes, clothes, jewelry, makeup… okay, so basically *everything*. Free shipping and free returns? Now *that* I can get behind. Especially with bags. Because seeing a bag online and actually *holding* a bag are two totally different experiences.
Listen, here’s the thing: buying a bag online is like online dating. You see a cute picture, read a charming profile… and then you meet them in person and they chew with their mouth open and wear socks with sandals. Okay, maybe not *that* bad, but you get my point.
My personal opinion? Don’t get too hung up on brands. I mean, yeah, a Chanel flap bag would be amazing, but let’s be real. Look for quality materials, good stitching, and a style that actually fits your life. Are you lugging around a laptop all day? You need a different bag than if you’re just popping to brunch. Duh.
And read the reviews! But take them with a grain of salt. Some people are just complainers. But if you see a recurring theme – like, “the strap broke after a week!” – yeah, maybe steer clear.
Honestly? Sometimes the best bags are the ones you stumble upon unexpectedly. I once found an amazing vintage leather satchel at a random flea market for like, $20. Score! But, you know, online shopping is convenient, even if it’s a bit of a gamble.
