Along with the massive 90s movement, the 70s are also having a moment in fashion. Unsurprisingly, we’ve seen an influx of fringe bags over the last few months. It started last spring and continued on into the fall with Chloé’s 10th Anniversary Marcie bag. Then we saw plenty of it at the fall 2020 shows earlier this year. Daniel Lee at Bottega Veneta has fully embraced this boho trend too, which creates movement on a silhouette like no other. While the original trend dates back to the flapper era of the 1920s, in the 70s designers embraced the fringe trend in new ways, creating RTW and accessories with leather strips versus beaded tassels. Now, luxury brands have embraced flowy fringe in a wide variety of ways, so whether your prefer a more casual fringe for the everyday, or a special piece with a touch of sparkle, there’s a fringe for you. Though when done correctly fringe can add a fun detail, for me I’d leave it because it just doesn’t suit my style. Are you loving it or would you rather leave it as well?
STAUD Amal Fringe Bag ($298)
Chloé Mini Marcie Crossbody ($1,390)
Bottega Veneta The Fringe Pouch ($2,800)
Gucci Broadway Crystal-Fringe Shoulder Bag ($3,600)
Stella McCartney Fringed Chain Crossbody ($2,255)
Ree Projects Helene Fringed Shoulder Bag ($616)
Isabel Marant Usko Fringed Shoulder Bag ($1,170)
Balmain B-Buzz Fringe Bag ($2,195)
Saint Laurent Suede-Fringed Shoulder Bag ($1,290)
Miu Miu Crystal Fringe Bucket Bag ($1,950)
With fringe, it’s all about the execution. It’s either done exquisitely right or looks horrendous. The only bag done right here to me is the YSL bag. All the others are just awful.
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Completely agree – the YSL is one is perfection (and this is coming from someone who does not like fringe).
You are so right.
Yes, I totally agree! That is the only one that stood out for me if I were to purchase fringe, which most likely I won’t. I’m too clumsy and would get it caught in the car door, the elevator, etc. etc.
For me the one thing that did fringe so well is the yellow limited edition birkin…im scared of this style its not for me…might get caught up with the buttons, beads or belt that im wearing.
What year was the fringe Hermes Birkin bag released? It sounds lovely!
Fringe always reminds me of automatic car washes.
With that being said, I like the Miu Miu.
I think they are all different degrees of awful. I have seen so many bloggers with the Bottega Veneta fringed bag and also wearing the lug soled leather trimmed Chelsea boots and all I can think of is fashion victim. I am a firm believer that you should wear what you love and if you love fringe bags more power to you.
Ha! I had to laugh, but I love lug boots, and I’m not an Influencer or “Blogger”. I own Gucci, Chanel, LV and Prada. (I purchased them on sale, but maybe because not many ppl like them???). Anyway, I bought them since they are comfortable and living in Colorado they are great in the snow and ice. However, I don’t like anything fringe, but to each their own.
The lug sole Gucci boots are everything. My style is fairly simple but these are one of my best purchases in the last 5 years.
I agree that fringe generally translates to “fashion victim” (or “costume” or “trying too hard” or “wants to look edgy without being original”).
That’s true, but it’s also reminiscent of a 60’s vibe.
Yep, fashion is largely cyclical.
sure if you live on a ranch or texas 🙂
Love, love, love, always have, always will!
I’m not familiar with Ree Projects but theirs and the YSL look the best out of the lot.
Some of these are beautiful but I’m too safety conscious to buy one. I imagine the fringe getting stuck in a taxi or subway door.
Might be irrational but there it is.
Not into the fringe. Esp so long. But Staud feathers are awesome.
Yes that one is beautiful but I’m guessing the feathers will be badly damaged first time using it. Sad
Definitely not a daily knock about bag.
Leave all except the Stella McCartney.
Fringe is rarely done well but, even when it is, it looks ratty after a few wearings.
Leave it!
I love fringe bags. I don’t care if they’re in style or not, I wear them whenever I feel like it.
I don’t mind it. I only have one at the moment, but I adore it—the Coach Dakotah Fringe bag!
I actually have seen the Ree Projects bag in real life and though it was not love at first sight, since I’ve tried it on, I can’t get it out of my head. I like the clean lines and when you walk it moves gracefully with you. Plus it holds my daily essentials. Wouldn’t get it in white but definitely going for the blue or red version.
The Saint Laurent one is cute too, but due to the suede it screams too much ranch/ boho dress to me.
“The Old Guy who takes me to the groomer, thinks these bags need a haircut. He axed me to post this Coach waist pack for inspired fall colors,”
Adore fringe, when it’s being rocked correctly…meaning is the fashionista feeling fantastic in it…does it command me to look…thats when I love fringe, when it’s done with confidence
Not my style at all Kaitlin. Agree ish you; leaving this one for sure.
I mean if you love the look then sure, but honestly, it’s not going to be a bag that you will reach for often, so you gotta take into account cost-per-wear. I guarantee it. It’s gonna get tangled and dirty and end up looking cheap over times since fringe doesn’t age well unless you really maintain it.