Article: More bag for your buck.

Byline: Kayla Porter

Aug. 4--WATERLOO -- They say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, and for those not willing to shell out hundreds for a handbag, designer replicas are an affordable alternative to pricey purses.

High-end designs like Coach, Dooney & Bourke, Dolce & Gabbana, Kate Spade and Prada aren't just for Hollywood elites and well-to-dos anymore. Local boutiques like Purse-N-Ality in Cedar Falls and Time 4 Purses in Waterloo provide a variety of budget-friendly, couture-inspired accessories.

"It's so much easier now to get a really fun, funky purse without spending a lot," says Kelly Bush, owner of Time 4 Purses.

But getting the look at a ...

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