In this weekly column, I'm showing you how to create a chic, expensive-looking space on a budget! Check out my blog A Vintage Splendor for more style inspiration.

Chances are you’ve laid your eyes on the latest issue of InStyle and have been drooling over Lauren Conrad’s Beverly Hills penthouse ever since. It’s everything you would imagine the designer/author/reality star/philanthropist’s home would be and more.

In this weekly column, I’m bringing you my favorite budget-friendly accessory that’s available online or in-stores. This week, we’re talking bags. Make sure to check out my blog SydneStyle.com for more affordable fashion inspiration!

Exotics are a major trend in handbags right now. But it gets tricky when it comes to snakeskin, crocodile and python. The real thing is extremely expensive. But faux versions can look incredibly cheap.