Is the Donna Karan Baldwin mini bag worth it?

At $159 at Distritech as of November 3, it is a reasonable buy if you want a small woven-leather shoulder bag for evenings. If you need an everyday bag that holds a wallet and more, spend elsewhere.

How big is the Baldwin mini shoulder bag?

It is a mini shoulder bag, sized for a phone, cards, keys and a lipstick. A full-size wallet or water bottle will not fit.

Does the magnetic snap stay closed?

The magnetic snap holds well when the bag is not overfilled. Packing it past its capacity makes it easier for the flap to pop open.

How does it compare with a smooth leather mini bag?

The woven leather gives more texture and a dressier look, but it can snag more easily than smooth leather. Smooth leather is easier to wipe clean.

When is the best time to buy it?

At $159 at Distritech as of November 3, the price is already at the low end of its recent range. Waiting for a deeper markdown is unlikely to save much.

What comes in the box?

The bag ships on its own, with no dust bag or extra strap listed. Check the listing details before ordering if a dust bag matters to you.

What do buyers say about the Donna Karan Women's Baldwin Woven Leather Mini Shoulder Bag?

Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 100 ratings.

Donna Karan Women's Baldwin Woven Leather Mini Shoulder Bag

4.3

Last price we saw

$226.80at Macy's, last seen Oct 30

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Our take on the Donna Karan Women's Baldwin Woven Leather Mini Shoulder Bag

The Donna Karan Baldwin is a small shoulder bag in woven genuine leather, finished in black with gold hardware and closed by a magnetic snap. The woven leather gives it a textured, dressier look than a plain mini bag, and the shoulder strap keeps it hands-free. It is a compact evening or weekend piece rather than an everyday carry-all. At $159 at Distritech as of November 3, it sits at the low end of what this bag has recently sold for, so the current price is a good one against its recent range.