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Caitlin Griffin

Shopper finds 'beautiful' Primark dupe of £1,150 Balenciaga bag - and it costs just £9

If you are trying to achieve that high fashion look without forking out an entire paycheck on it, then this Primark dupe is for you. One eagle-eyed shopper has spotted a handbag in Primark that is almost identical to popular high-end fashion brand Balenciaga.

Balenciaga, the designer brand famously worn by celebrities such as Kim Kardashian, is known for setting fashion trends however this comes at a high price.

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Thanks to cost effective retailer Primark, you can buy a very similar version of the £1,150 Balenciaga bag - for just £9.

This dupe would save you a whopping £1,141 while still remaining fashionable and trendy.

Primark’s Stud Embellished Shoulder Bag comes in two metallic colours - silver and pink.

The description of the bag on their website says: “Bring a grungy touch to your accessories collection with this studded shoulder bag.

“Fashioned with a detachable strap and adjustable handle for a comfortable fit and hardware stud attachments, this bag is bound to dress up even the most basic outfits.

“Why not pair it with a tracksuit set and longline trench coat for a model-off-duty vibe or go all out with our range of mini dresses and heeled sandals for a party-ready look? You’re spoiled for choice with two stunning colourways to choose from.”

One shopper has spotted a dupe for Balenciaga's £1,150 mini-bag (R) in Primark (L) for £9 (Primark/Balenciaga)

The silver option is almost identical to Balenciaga’s ‘Women’s Le Cagole Mini Bag With Chain Metallized In Silver.’

The bag which would set you back over a grand is made in Italy, made with Metallized Arena lambskin aged-silver hardware and has a cotton canvas lining.

It comes with a shoulder chain strap with one hook, an adjustable and removable crossbody strap, zipped closure with knotted leather pullers and two inner card slots.

Both mini-bags are similar in size, shape and colour.

Primark obsessed TikTok user @primarkxo shared a video showing off Primark’s silver mini-bag, captioned: "Balenciaga dupe in primark.”

Evie commented on it saying: “i have the silver one , it’s beautiful.”

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