Sophie's Other Choice: Versace vs. Chloe

Racked is no longer publishing. Thank you to everyone who read our work over the years. The archives will remain available here; for new stories, head over to Vox.com, where our staff is covering consumer culture for The Goods by Vox. You can also see what we’re up to by signing up here.

We like to shop online as much as we like to shop on foot. But sometimes, the overwhelming selection of web merchandise leaves us torn between two similar items. Here, we'll ask you to pick for us. Call it Sophie's Other Choice. Feel the need to explain your decision? Hit up the comments.

On the left, we have a Versace patent tote. Cost: $1,250 at Nordstrom.com. Crucial details: top zip closure; interior zip, wall and cell phone pockets; protective feet; polyurethane/patent leather; made in Italy.

On the right, we have a Chloé 'Paddington' shopper. Cost: $1,860 at Nordstrom.com. Crucial details: top zip closure, interior zip pocket, patent and calfskin leather, made in Italy.