I found a dupe of Uniqlo's viral body bag for just a fiver – it comes in gorgeous pastel shades & fits loads in
Bargain hunters spotted the budget retailer has brought out a replica bag for just £5, and it comes in a range of pretty pastel colours.
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Shoppers have claimed Home Bargains is selling a dupe for a viral Uniqlo bag
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TikTok users have been posting about Uniqlo's Round Mini Shoulder Bag
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The Home Bargains bag is nearly a third of the price
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Shoppers have previously been posting about
It has caused quite the storm on TikTok, with social media users hailing it a Mary Poppins bag for being deceptively big inside.
If you've been eyeing up the viral body bag but can't justify the price tag, you're in luck.
One savvy shopper has uncovered the bargain dupe at Home Bargain and it's every bit as stylish.
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TikTok user
'Remember the UNIQLO viral handbags?
'Now at Home Bargains for only £5.'
In their clip, which has racked up over 1,000 likes, they shared how you can pick it up in a range of dreamy pastel shades.
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These include a pale cream and sage green - but they added Home Bargains also has it in black too.
The semi-circle bag has one shoulder strap, and a zip to keep your belongings secure.
People are only just realising where Uniqlo's name actually came from, and it's leaving them stunned
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Many people were quick to comment with their delight at finding a cheaper version of the sought-after bag.
One said: 'noooo way! going to grab one.'
Another added: 'OMG love this.'
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However, some people shared how they had found even more purse-friendly dupes.
A shopper commented: 'I got one from Aldi for 50p,', while one said: 'I got one in matalan reduced to £1.50.'
UNIQLO'S VIRAL BAG
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People have previously hailed Uniqlo's bag as the 'it bag of the year'
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Round Mini Shoulder Bag, £14.90 from Uniqlo -
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It is also surprisingly spacious inside, and is perfect to house your valuables safely.
The convenient bag can be worn for everyday wear, whether that is on your
next
shopping spree, brunch date, or weekend walk.
Made from a polyester
shell
, it's been coated with a water repellent agent to make this bag even more durable and truly keep your belongings safe.
The inside is spacious enough to hold all your valuables, while the inner pocket is ideal to house your keys or smartphone separately.
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The Round Mini Shoulder Bag comes in a variety of colours, including classic black, white and camel shades.
But shoppers can also
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Mini
Shoulder Bag in
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, yellow, pale blue, navy blue and green.
For under £15, we think this is one bargain accessory you will never regret buying.
5 things you didn't know about Home Bargains
Home Bargains was founded by Tom Morris
It's official name is TJ Morris Ltd but trades as Home Bargains
The first store was opened in Liverpool in 1976
Around 30% of the stores range comprises clearance lines
There are 575 stores nationwide
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