5 Tips to Keep in Mind Before Buying Your First Designer Bag

Investing in a designer handbag is no small feat. The common premise here is that you've worked hard and saved up and now, you want to treat yourself to a big-ticket purchase. Naturally, you would want to be extra careful—this isn't an impulse buy, and that isn't just loose change you're spending.

Nervous? Don't be! Keep these 5 tips in mind throughout the shopping process, and you'll emerge unscathed—and the proud owner of a gorgeous bag.

(Photo courtesy of Wendy's Lookbook)