We've been intrigued by some of the crazy animal print handbags out there, but the high price tags on designer models made us step away from the giraffe pattern. It just seems silly to spend so much money on a bag that you wind up with a pretty, but empty, tote.

Lucky for the smart shopping recessionista, Handbag Heaven and their high quality "faux designer" bags make the hottest bag styles affordable and accessible.

The silhouettes of many bags on the site will ring a bell, although they very ethically don't try to pass themselves off as the real thing. And for the animal print lover, it's a gold mine! They have a big selection of giraffe, zebra, snakeskin and cheetah, with contrasting trim, bright accent colors, and for your inner rocker chick, tattoos. And they are all under $100.

Shop now to take advantage of Handbag Heaven's New Year's sale, with 10% off all bags, plus free shipping. Our wish list of favorites in the gallery.