There was time when the idea of a knockoff sent shivers down my spine. And even though I would occasionally cave in and buy one I had one cardinal rule. No 'leather'. Fake leather has come a long way since then and with the patten trend thats been sticking around it's even easier to fool the eye.

Here are a few of my knock off tips. Never buy signature bags. These are the Vuitton initial bags or the coach bags with the big 'C's' all over them. These bags have clear tells. And not that you're necessarily trying to fool anyone but why scream it? For instance the Coach knockoff's have a cleff on the C which makes it look more like a G. Why bother?  Avoid brown leather. It's not always the case, but most brown leathers look the most fake b/c the colour is never quite right. And avoid straight smooth leather. Which is great now a days b/c quilting and texturing is so in. Smooth leather is like a silk dress. There is no wear to hide.

So where can you go for one stop knock off shopping? Anyknockoff.com. I've been buying bags from here since 2001. There are over 700 bags. 700!! And the quality and price are everything the Look For Less gal looks for. The site also carries accessories like sunglasses and jewelry. And it's always priced right.

A few of Trendmills new Fall favorites:

Fall Snake Print Chu Style Tote $35.00
Large Fall Miu Miu style Shopper $49.00

Large Studded Narrrow Clutch  $36.00
Carmen's Top Shelf Fall Bowler $49.00

Winter Croc Wrist Cuff Clutch $44.00
Suede Striped Prada Style tote  $39.00