At a Glance
- Kate Middleton carried a $525 DeMellier Small Hudson suede bag twice in one week
- Amazon shoppers snapped up five lookalike styles starting at $27
- The most similar dupe, JW Pei’s Miley tote, costs $129–75% less than the original
- Why it matters: Budget-minded fans can copy the Princess’s capsule look without the royal price tag
Kate Middleton’s repeat appearance with a chocolate-brown suede top-handle bag has triggered a fast-moving stampede for affordable Amazon alternatives, with prices as low as $27.
The Princess’s Pick
Middleton first debuted the Small Hudson by British label DeMellier on Christmas morning at Sandringham, matching the mocha suede to a burgundy plaid coat, brown boots and mittens. She re-carried the mini tote days later at Charing Cross Hospital, pairing it with an all-burgundy suit.
The $525 style features a structured top handle and petite frame sized for essentials only.
Amazon’s Best Lookalikes
Shoppers hunting the same earthy tone and silhouette found five top-rated options on Amazon:
- JW Pei Miley Belt Embellished Tote – $129
- Faux suede, gold hardware, front magnetic flap
- Reviewers call it “luxurious” and “way more expensive than it actually is”
- Emgill Suede Top-Handle Bag – $27
- Detachable strap, multiple interior pockets
- Called “the perfect blend of elegance and practicality”
- Bostanten Faux-Suede Belted Crossbody – $43 (was $58)
- Adjustable strap converts from top-handle to crossbody
- Belt closure mirrors Middleton’s front detail
- Makukke Faux-Suede Hobo – $27
- Roomier silhouette fits a Kindle or iPad
- Popular for commutes and travel
- Jumnnore Woven Suede Top-Handle – $53 (was $56)
- Woven texture, braided detachable strap
- Three interior compartments for organization
Key Takeaways
- The Princess’s DeMellier Small Hudson retails for $525
- Amazon’s closest dupe, the JW Pei Miley, costs $129–75% less
- Budget versions start at $27 and keep selling out
- All five picks mimic the suede finish, top handle and belt or magnetic closure
With Middleton’s mid-winter wardrobe choices still trending, the rush for chocolate-brown suede bags shows no sign of slowing.
