Get Hooked with Mon Mode

I have to be completely honest: I’ve never been much of a bag hook girl. I completely understand the idea behind them and know that some people live for using their bag hooks, but not me. When I was first contacted by Mon Mode, I glanced over the email and gave the image a quick glance. What first caught my eye is the design of the Mon Mode Fashion Purse Hook, sleek and entirely fashion-forward with options of exotic skin and jewel like finishes. So I decided to try the hook out myself.

After the initial once-over, I began wondering what makes this hook different from the others. Most are simply used to hang your purse, but this design offers a compact mirror. The mirror is a nice touch, but the primary purpose of this item is hold your bag and I believe this product offers a nice option.

I know many other hooks are entirely simple and not as aesthetically pleasing, but of all options, this is one of the best I have seen. I fell in love with many of the croco and lizard skin options. Prices are steeper, which is to be expected because of the materials, varying from $50 to $86 from Mon Mode.

Stay tuned for a giveaway from Mon Mode for you!

Jessy

I thought the concept was cool and I bought one a while ago. I’ll be honest and say I’ve never used it!
Bee

I wonder if the bag sticks out enough so that people run into it when they’re passing your table. I live in Japan where tables are spaced very close together so this is a concern of mine. It would be great if someone designs a hook that curves back in so your bag is more under the table.
- DJ
  
  Look for the Clipa — it hangs under the table.
- Laya
  
  You can try Luxe Link purse hooks http://luxelink.com/ Their designs are pretty cool as well.
Elizabeth

^ i agree with Bee! that would be a fantastic idea.
abbi

I have recently come to appreciate hooks for your bag. I use to think they were stupid and a waste of money but I was sitting at the ice cream parlor of Harrods when i was there a few months ago and i saw they had hooks for your bags so i put my LV speedy on it and my sister put her RM Williams bag on the floor in front of her and we were there a total of id say 30 minutes (all while she was continuously grabbing things out of her bag) and someone took it! I was so relieved that they had those hooks now and now carry one with everywhere i go just incase!
It never hurts to be cautious!
DJ

I think these are among the uglier options, actually. Don’t like the shape at all. Clipa still makes the best bag hooks IMO.
- angelica
  
  i agree! Clipa is the most practical bag hook for me. Plus it can carry a big and heavy bag.
  - Cory
    
    Gotta disagree! Clipa (and some other ones out there) just look cheap, IMO . I like that these look vintage and luxe, even if the price is higher. I mean, that’s a Birkin up there!
Bagolicious

I keep my purse hook in my purse at all times. I don’t only use it for my purse, but if I’m out shopping at the mall and have a small shopping bag or two, then I’ll hang it/them from the hook. That way I won’t walk off and leave it/them. I’m not going to walk off and leave my purse. I also use it to hang my umbrella from, as I’m not used to carrying umbrellas often here in L.A., so I tend to forget them sometimes.
Bagolicious

I keep my purse hook in my handbag at all times. I don’t only use it for hanging my purse. If I’m at the mall and have a shopping bag or two, I hang it/them from my purse hook. That way I won’t forget the bag(s). I won’t forget my purse.

I also use it to hang my umbrella from, as I’m not used to carrying umbrellas a lot here in L.A., so I tend to forget them.
Bagolicious

Excuse the two posts. I wrote the first one and it wouldn’t post. Then I cleared out my system and started over and wrote another one and then they both posted. Go figure.
kemilia

I have one (cost less) and used it recently at a lunch with a bunch of people.

Mine has a little frog on top and towards the end of the meal, when everything had been cleared off, a couple of my friends asked “what is that a little frog sitting next to you?”

I love my purse hook and use it when there is no where to put my bag (ribbit).
Linda

I prefer my luxelink. They have great designs and come with their own cute carrying pouch. I keep it in my cosmetic case so it’s with me all the time.
- Laya
  
  I agree Luxe Link is the best! :)
- margaret
  
  Mon Mode comes with a pouch to carry the hook in as well. I love mine, I use the compact daily, and the hook is perfect for dinners out and work!
kouturecrochet.com

Wow thank you for letting us know about this.
jaane

gooooooooooooooood
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Chris

I would never spend $50 bucks on a purse hook, even if my purse is a fancy shemancy one. Just don’t see the value in that. I hit up Ebay and get much better deals on these things.
- Stefanie
  
  Yeah, that makes sense. I guess the point is though, if you’re spending grands on HermÃ©s, you can cough up more than $20 for something that looks just as nice. Not for the average buyer!
jaded

I got a silly one from target for $10. It has an owl.

BCBG bags come with pursehooks (weight limit is 15 pounds) and they also sell them.

I use mine a few times a week. At cafes, restaurants and in the public restrooms!
Shelly

Luxelink was fine two years ago… but these are seriously the best purse hooks out there! Holds all bags/coats/etc! I love mine :)
Tamee

I have a silver Fumi purse hook that doubles as a chic bracelet. Plus it holds up to 25 lbs!
rose60610

good idea.
Cathy Fitz

I carry purse hooks in every bag – and use them. I would never put my purse on the yucky floor. And never hand it on the back of my chair to get stolen. I really like the idea of having the concealed mirror as a little extra (don’t have to carry a mirror too). I’m checking these out. Thanks!
Bag_Lover

This is a funky hook. But if you want something less geometric and more girly, check out the Love Heart handbag hook from So-Hooked (with wraparound hook). It also hangs further under the table. so-hooked.com
maryc

Just so you know

You can get a purse hanger here.

http://www.phanger.com/