Gucci Large Babouska Hobo

August 21st, 2008 / Posted in Gucci Handbags by Shannon Mahoney.

Fringe, fringe, fringe galore! I don’t usually have a problem with fringe, but I can’t decide if this bag has too much of it. Gucci is a brand I love. I have a pair of Gucci sunglasses I wear all the time and I am definitely on the hunt for a Gucci handbag I can tote around all the time as well. But, I don’t think this bag is it. The Gucci Large Babouska Hobo looks unique and perfect for the fall season. I think the stud accents and brass hardware compliment the fringe extremely well. In fact, as I sit here typing, the bag is starting to grow on me more and more. There is a double strap option (one detachable shoulder strap) which provides a nice option. If you’ve read any of my other posts, you know I am a self-proclaimed clutz. Nothing crazy, but I have been know to trip, drop my bag, and have the entire contents spilled out on the sidewalk. So, obviously, I love not only the snap and push-lcok closuer but also the inside zip and cell phone pocket. I am also drawn to how soft the leather looks. Who doesn’t love soft leather? But, I am still stuck on the fringe. What do you think - yay or nay? It can be bought through Saks for $2,495. (note: if you are interested in the bag pictured above, select the bag in “Mustard”)

33 Comments on “Gucci Large Babouska Hobo”

me

I have a no fringe policy, but I don’t mind it on other people and this is a very nice bag.

August 21st, 2008

I am not a huge fan of fringe either, but it is coming back full force for fall. It will be on countless bags!

August 21st, 2008
Ellez

I agree with the no fringo policy but is a nice looking bag. Not for me, but could definitely look cute on someone else!

August 21st, 2008
Ellez

ooopps *fringe*

August 21st, 2008
janis

I love fringe! Takes me back to my youth in the 70’s…this is a little high priced for something that will probably only be hot for one season. I will be wearing a little fringe this fall, tho!

August 21st, 2008

Hmmm… It’s not growing on me, no matter how much I look at it. Too much going on.

August 21st, 2008
Lisa

I love this bag, have since I saw it! As with all things, would like to see it IRL before dropping that kind of $$$ :!:

August 21st, 2008
V

Too western-cowboyish for me. I like Gucci and few of their bags, but this one doesn’t cut it for me. As for fringes in general, I don’t mind them. As long as there’s only a little bit. But that’s too much for me.

August 21st, 2008
Jane

I don’t like this bag because it looks like it has a beard…

August 21st, 2008
Jane

or mustache..

August 21st, 2008
pursecrzy

I’m not a fan of fringe. This bag has too much going on- fringe and studs. The price is pretty high too.

August 21st, 2008
beth001

Bad, bad bag. It looks like it has ponytails.

August 21st, 2008
carrie

i have not liked a thing gucci has made since tom ford left, this bag included.

August 21st, 2008
Mikissima

a.. the bag, for some reason, resembles a shih-tzu for me….

August 22nd, 2008

I can imagine Jessica Simpson wearing this. Is that good or bad? Very cowgirl-ish and suits her new image as a crossover country singer……

August 22nd, 2008
Franca

:?: :!: I prefer tassels on Balenciaga Bags… or :grin: “intreciati fringes” :grin: on Bottega Veneta bags…. I do not really like the last Gucci collection.even though this bag would the least worse of that .too flashy and too expensive collection.

August 22nd, 2008
susan

I LOVE it!! And I’m going to buy it. It is darling.

August 22nd, 2008
Jaclyn Renee

I feel like straping on a fur tail and braiding my hair when I look at this bag. I definitely think that this is a strong look! On the right lady this would be FAB!!!

August 22nd, 2008
Hez

I’m open to fringe, especially on black rocker-chick bags with studs, but this bag looks like a walrus!

August 22nd, 2008
Hez

…or like Asterix!

August 22nd, 2008
asil

I like it :)
Frida did fringe very well for the fall collection. must see it altogether to appreciate!

August 22nd, 2008
over studying

The first time i saw that bag i was so confused. now i’ve seen it a couple of times i know i was just failling in love…. And i want it!! And i would buy it except for the fact that in a few years it will probably look ridiculous. But I could think of some amazing outfits that would go with that bag. its a fun mix on chic, and looks super comfy to wear. can’t wait to see it irl

August 23rd, 2008
kinny

Somehow I do not associate fringe with ‘classy’ which is what Gucci’s image is to me. So this is a no buy. My favorite design of theirs was the Medium Queen top handle bag

August 25th, 2008

That fringe bag reminds me of Harley Davidson accessories. Match on women riders.

August 31st, 2008
Adrienne

I think this bag is fabulous! I dont really think what’s in and out year to year matters as long as the woman carrying the item is sassy enough to rock it with style and grace. I get compliments year after year on timeless designer pieces that I’ve purchased through the years. I dont particularly like wearing an item in the season that its “hot”. Who wants to see themselves all over town? Definitely not me! I love this bag and I will be rocking it for years to to come!

August 31st, 2008
me

i do not love fringe…
but this one, i like. I got mine at luxurybagland.com, and i wear it every single day!

September 7th, 2008
P.S.

You did not get this Gucci bag at luxurybagland.com. You got a counterfeit Gucci, which I thought was illegal, so I don’t know how this website is in business.

September 13th, 2008
bagho

i bought this bag yesterday and absolutely love it. i have been searching for a cool handbag since the spring but i haven’t been able to get excited about much and found it difficult to drop $2K on the same run of the mill bags. this bag absolutely rocks. it is expensive but relative to handbags today, this one could easily sell for $4K. i love that it can be carried as a messenger bag and also a hobo. i bought it in black and it looks very hip with all black clothing. it is very well made and is a special bag.

October 16th, 2008
Passion4Handbags

This has to be one of my favorite looks that Gucci has come out with. The color, style and size are just perfect. Authentic Gucci Handbags

October 16th, 2008
Fairy

I just got it yesterday but the black oneeeee. HOTNESS i just need to get the loubtian’s boots with fringes :D

November 20th, 2008
Jennifer

It’s a really nice handbag but is too much that it doesn’t look chic.

December 12th, 2008
ghada

well..i got it its nice but the velvet things get dusty they need to be cleaned

January 23rd, 2009
malia

Hi,

one question, does the color “mustard” exist for the Babouska Bag? I cannot find it on the official gucci website. Also cannot find it on Saks.com…..

June 24th, 2009

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