Okay, so I’ve been on this handbag hunt lately, right? And the brand Aimee Kestenberg kept popping up. I was curious, so I started digging around to see if “is Aimee Kestenberg a good brand”.

First off, I went straight to the source – the brand’s about section. Turns out, Aimee Kestenberg is this designer from Australia who moved to New York. That’s cool. She started her brand in 2012 with her husband. The whole vibe is about practical, functional bags. They call it “Affordable Luxury”.
Then, I hit up some online stores. I saw a bag called the “Maria” on Nordstrom and it was kinda cute, but I wanted to know about the quality before I spent any money. So I checked out some reviews, but honestly, it was a mixed bag (pun intended!). Some people seemed to love their Aimee Kestenberg bags, saying they held up well over time. Others had complaints, which was a bit worrying.
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Went to TJ Maxx.
I even went down to my local TJ Maxx to see if I could find any in person. I spotted a few, and they did look pretty well-made. The colors were vibrant, I saw a nice emerald green one. But, I also noticed some inconsistencies in the designs. Some bags looked a bit cheap, especially with the details and materials used. I wasn’t sure.
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Checked out BBB.
I also checked out the Better Business Bureau (BBB) website. It looks like Aimee Kestenberg had a few complaints filed against them. That’s a bit of a red flag, but then again, every brand has some unhappy customers, I guess.
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Found some forum posts.
I found some forum posts about the brand. Some people mentioned that they often pop up at Nordstrom Rack, which means you might be able to snag one at a discount if you’re patient.
Here’s what I ultimately did: I decided to hold off on buying one for now. I’m still on the fence about the brand’s overall quality. The mixed reviews and the complaints on the BBB made me a little hesitant. But, those discounted prices at Nordstrom Rack are tempting! I might keep an eye out and see if I can find a good deal on a bag that I really like. If I do end up getting one, I’ll definitely do a follow-up and share my experience.
Anyway, that’s my little adventure into the world of Aimee Kestenberg bags. It was interesting to learn about the brand and see what people are saying. For now, the search continues!