Leather was the first material ever used when people started making bags, as a simple way of carrying their coins, today times have changed and these leather bags are available in different colors and types of leather. If you already own a leather purse you will know that good craftsmanship combined with the quality offers a good investment. Prada had the "Frame Bag" which was made of crocodile leather and retailed for $15090.00, thus this leather is very expensive. In the fashion industry a dead crocodile is more terrifying dead than alive, due to the fact that if one mistake is made during the tanning process the expensive leather is worthless. However don't let the price tag scare you, there are other beautiful skins, such as buffalo, python,lamb etc which aren't so expensive.

A leather handbag will be a good investment because they last long and with time the leather will gain more character. If you are not going to buy a leather handbag from a reputable dealer then you should be cautious of counterfeit handbags, as Prada handbags are commonly replicated. It must be devastating to realize that you have paid so much money for a fake Prada bag. Inspect the handbag thoroughly and if there is one stitch out of place and it doesn't have that signature leather smell to it, you know it is a counterfeit.

Maybe these bags are too pricey then you can always consider renting them as this tendency has rocketed in popularity and after all, it is feasible. Wouldn't it be nice to rent a designer handbag every three months. Additional reasonable alternatives include buying pre-owned handbags or attaining a bag from a reputable dealer selling left over stock and you can have these at cut-rate prices. Prada leather handbags are magnificent and it may be a hard decision when you have to opt for only one.