PurseBlog Asks: Which Bag Trends are You Sick Of?

Winter is starting to ease up in New York City, and it has me looking at everything in my apartment (and especially in my closet) with a critical eye, as it usually does–“spring cleaning” is a real thing. This year, though, it also has me looking at the state of the accessories market, which could use a good KonMari session itself.

I’ve already ranted a little bit about how I’m thoroughly, exceedingly done with novelty bags that exist only to be novel, and that feeling still stands. The more “novel” the bags get, the more I feel like my intelligence is being insulted.

I’m also beginning to tire of micro bags, which many of you have been tired of since they first popped up–they’re cute and lightweight, but they’re not at all practical unless you’re going to a concert or some other event where having your hands free trumps your desire to carry all the things you need. Most women are drawn to bags because they’re a way to feel fashionable in their everyday lives, and micro bags aren’t everyday bags. I have no problem with their existence, but recently it’s felt to me like some designers are focusing on them to the exclusion of things regular adult women want to buy. I’m ready for the pendulum to swing the other way (and I think it’s starting to–more on that next week).

The high-end handbag market is extremely cluttered, and if I had my way, now would be the time to separate the signal from some of the noise. I’m betting many of you feel the same way; call it a hunch. If that’s the case, let us know in the comments.

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laura

7 years ago

So tired of micro bags too. In fact, I never liked them… what a waste of money.

Catherine

I’m tired of the crossbody and the aforementioned micro bags. I’m ready for a return to sturdy, but lightweight satchels or well-designed tote bags. I just don’t want them to be derivative, which I know is difficult because historically, fashion houses follow trends (which is why you see the sac de jour and the belted tote and luggage and Birkin), but I’d love something unique, but classic!

Newyorking

Reply to Catherine

I can’t do without my cross body! I only use those because I have twin toddlers and need my hands free at all times. I wish more brands made them or gave that option. I could not function without one!

Sandy

Micro bags are ridiculous! The Moschino bags are for the most part ridiculous! Who pays good money for a tiny bag that looks like a cleaning supply or a pack of cigs.

Greg J Richards

Reply to Sandy

Agree they look ridiculous. I get they are pop art in the style of Wharhol but they look stupid in every day use. I saw a phone case that looks like a bottle of disinfectant who wants to walk down the street holding that?

Kate

After years of lugging huge totes, I’m happy to welcome smaller bags into my life. To that end, I recently acquired a Chloe mini Drew and Chanel Boy (in the new medium, which isn’t a super small bag, but … baby steps). Even still, the micro bags I just don’t “get.” You can fit a lipstick and a credit card in one, maybe? I’ve always disliked novelty bags, so I’ll be happy to see those go away. I’m also sick of Celine’s signature bags – the luggage, trapeze and phantom. I was obsessed with them for a couple of years, but they’re so over-exposed now, and so deeply associated with the Kardashians. (I make no judgment on whether the Kardashians are a sign of the Apocalypse. I know some revile them, but I’m indifferent to them. I just think they have extremely bad taste, and so I die a little inside whenever they carry a bag I like). I also find the Celine bags impractical for everyday use because they’re SO HEAVY. That’s why I sold my Phantom. It was truly like carrying a suitcase with me wherever I went. I do like the Celibe Box, though. It’s on my wish list. And I’m growing a bit tired of Fendi’s furry bag bugs, though that hasn’t yet turned into complete fatigue yet.

missarewa

Tired of micro bags, tired of “designers” copying the same old bag styles, tired of all saffiano (I’m e watching you Prada) and definitely tired of open top totes!

Mya Wilkes

Reply to missarewa

Oh yes! re: open top totes. I’ve owned my sac du jour for all of 8 months and I’m so over it and desperately trying to sell it. Can’t deal with the openness and the bloody zip keeps scraping my hand when I try to get in, ugh. If I’m being honest, I bought it in kind of a rush and also I loooved the colour.

Ruby

I’m done with saffiano leather, heavy uncomfortable and cold, metal chain straps, overall heavy bags and top handles that require your is purse firmly shut to carry.

Johanna

Reply to Ruby

Doesn’t feel like metal chain bags are going anywhere no? Ysl, Chanel boy, LV twist, Chloe – they all just seem to make more metal chain bags….

Sparky

I don’t have much choice. I buy Saffiano or textured leathers when possible because they are durable and easy to clean. I live in Asia and our city is humid and dusty with a lot of air pollution. Before I buy anything I consider maintain and longevity. I’d love to buy a polished leather but its a real problem for me.

Reply to Sparky

Well, thank you for explaining the appeal of saffiano to me. Interesting. 🙂

Yazi

Yes, same problem here. The weather plays a factor in my choices.

WOW! You echo my exact thoughts, how wierd. I cannot tell you how sick of saffiano I am – sold my Prada and gave my 2 jour to my sister. Bags with only top handles – hell no! With an additional long strap – now we’re talking. Big and heavy bags, I am completely done with, any bag bigger than 28/29cm in width is not happening.

Never been a Birkin fan either, though I love and want the Kelly.

Amanda

Patterns are great…until it’s an all over logo. I’ll pass on that please. And I agree- I prefer softer, supple leathers that move and wear over time. Saffiano leathers don’t do it for me either.

Iris

So tired of heavy bags with over the top embellishments that cause chronic backache. The less branding the better. I agree about saffiano. Just feels cheap and artificial.

ElainePG

I’ve been tired of fringed bags since the early 70s, yet the style keeps coming back like a seasonal allergy.

kate

Overembellished bags, Fendi and Valentino come to mind.

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