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M&S restocks £45 shoulder bag that looks designer

After selling out in record time earlier this year, it's finally back and available to snap up.

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Add this stylish shoulder bag to your autumn wardrobe. (Marks & Spencer / Yahoo Life UK)

Earlier this year Marks & Spencer launched a bag that stole the heart of the nation, but within days, the luxury-looking bag was wiped of stock. Luckily, after staggering demand, it's back and available to buy now.

Taking accessorising to new heights, the bold red braided shoulder bag is one of my favourite finds from this year. Costing just £45, it features a very on-trend woven design (similar-looking to designer options that cost up to an eye-watering £1,970) and comes with a host of luxury finishes, including a gorgeous braided fabric and secure magnetic fastening.

Fully restocked and available to snag ready for autumn, shoppers love how it "brightens up an outfit", is "comfortable to carry", and "so stylish" to wear.

The ongoing hype over this bag aside, I went to see it in person earlier this spring, and let's just say it was as good, maybe even better, than I had imagined.

🛍️ Product reviewed: Braided Top Handle Shoulder Bag
Rating: 4/5
💸 Reasons to buy: Looks a lot more expensive that it is, designer-style, roomy
Reasons to avoid: No internal pockets or compartments

Add a pop of red to your wardrobe with this designer-style shoulder bag from M&S. 

£45 at Marks & Spencer

First off, it looks the part. Replicating that designer-style we see from many luxury brands, it features a gorgeous braided fabric hand-woven to create a slouchy, chic-looking shoulder bag.

The bag itself is roomy enough to fit all of your essentials thanks to its oversized shape, and it's great for adding a pop of colour to an otherwise neutral outfit.

The bag is the perfect statement accessory. (Yahoo Life UK)
The bag is the perfect statement accessory. (Yahoo Life UK)
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Give that luxury look for less. (Yahoo Life UK)

£45 at M&S

The cherry red hue has also made an impression on shoppers, with multiple comments noting its vibrancy. After seeing the bag in person, I would have to agree!

I styled it with Marks & Spencer's Pure Cotton Textured Midi Tiered Dress in black and a pair of basic white trainers to add a flash of colour, but I can see it looking just as nice teamed with some light wash jeans and a t-shirt for everyday wear.

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Dress up an otherwise plain outfit with this gorgeous bright red shoulder bag. (Marks & Spencer)
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It comes with a single top handle and magnetic fastening. (Marks & Spencer)

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In terms of quality, the bag also felt first-class. It had a good weight to it and perched comfortably over the shoulder.

Hugely on-trend right now, this bag earns major points for style and value.

My only gripe would have to be the shortage of compartments and pockets inside actual the bag, which would have been good for storing small everyday items like your keys or phone.

Another thing to note is the magnetic fastening, a zip might have been a safer choice. But even so, that didn't stop me from falling in love with this fashionable pick from M&S.

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If you want that same aesthetic for even less, M&S is also stocking this Woven Braided Grab Bag.

Available in two colours for just £35 (orange and silver) it's woven with an intricate braided pattern and comes with a secure magnetic fastening.

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Standout in orange with this handmade grab bag. 

£35 at Marks & Spencer