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Walmart’s $50 'Workin' Bag' Sparks Dupe vs. Fake Debate

External source KO Sun, 17 May 2026 14:40:00 GMT

Walmart's affordable alternative to the Birkin has sparked a heated discussion on the ethics of "dupes."

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