I don’t mind bag charms eg it can spice up a bag, but I do cringe when I see faux Pom Pom fur charms (be careful as they could be made of real fur like from dogs and rabbits) I also like the fendi leather charms but again feel really bad for the real fur charms.
Are bag charms a trend that’s met its end?
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If you like it wear it. I have to admit I don’t like them...other than maybe a luggage tag, I like my bags straight up. Lol. I feel the fuzz balls and other stuff detract from the bag and it’s just extra $$. But I know a lot of people like to collect and enjoy them. If it makes you happy, that’s all that matters
I was using them way before they were trendy, so I guess for some people it's a thing forever. It's a way to personalize a bag. But my charms are all about $1 from Walmart... I wouldn't pay hundreds for them, that's bizarre to me
I like the charms/tags that come with purses (because they typically are mad of the same or a similar material and/or colour), and some smaller/simpler charms. I'm quite specific to a few brands, and I don't always have one on my purse. That said, one day I hope to own my own little Thomas Bear 
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Whatever the trend is they're definitely not for me, and when I see the expensive ones I can't help doing the mental calculation that 3 or 4 of those = nice bag opportunity down the pan 
I prefer my bags unadorned!
I prefer my bags unadorned!I just got my a charm yesterday, preloved. i like that it can give bags some personality
I would say the trend has reached saturation point but I still love my Fendi bag bug and I’m keep using it for the foreseeable future. As someone mentioned bag charms are a way to personalize your bag. However I think the trend has switch to a cleaner bag with a more customized strap as of late.
I like bag charms, but they have to compliment my bags, not make them look silly.
I even thought about creating my own ones as most charms in the market are not really my taste.
I even thought about creating my own ones as most charms in the market are not really my taste.
I love bag charms. It's kinda like tattoos on a person..lends a lot of interest IMO
I have a Coach Iridescent Rexy on my LV Speedy, I love it, people do notice itI wear a coach rexy charm on hermes bolide.
People notice & compliment charm more.
Bag charms are the tattoos of handbag world.
How we personalize & express individuality.
Some people are tiny cupcakes.
Others are huge glitter bears.
Especially with all charm choices now available, think trend will continue.
These extras have been around forever. This is the third wave of bag charms according to my sister, who tells me there was a whole wave of bag charms going on in the 1990s, including bear-shaped everything.
I certainly know towards the end of the '00s Gucci bags often came with their own removable charms (and extra straps) which is charming (sorry
).
I have about 4 other charms that I bought without a bag attached. My Burberry Punk Thomas goes on a large 1990s Burberry duffle that updates the bag. The largest charm is reserved for travel bags and the other 2 smaller charms are often worn to make whatever bag more coordinated with the rest of my outfit.
I do wince at some of the much larger charms on smaller bags. Such beautiful bags don't need hiding. Proportion is key but each to their own.
I think this wave's so globally fashionable because people have slowed down on buying bags and are now concentrating on buying things for their bags, e.g. charms, straps, stickers and soon-to-be raincoats (Valextra already sell these = £150). Many bag charms are expensive but, for some it's a less expensive alternative than a whole new bag.
I certainly know towards the end of the '00s Gucci bags often came with their own removable charms (and extra straps) which is charming (sorry
). I have about 4 other charms that I bought without a bag attached. My Burberry Punk Thomas goes on a large 1990s Burberry duffle that updates the bag. The largest charm is reserved for travel bags and the other 2 smaller charms are often worn to make whatever bag more coordinated with the rest of my outfit.
I do wince at some of the much larger charms on smaller bags. Such beautiful bags don't need hiding. Proportion is key but each to their own.
I think this wave's so globally fashionable because people have slowed down on buying bags and are now concentrating on buying things for their bags, e.g. charms, straps, stickers and soon-to-be raincoats (Valextra already sell these = £150). Many bag charms are expensive but, for some it's a less expensive alternative than a whole new bag.
Well, lol, Coach has been using the hangtag for a very long time! Little history for Coach, the original hang tag was leather one side with suede on the other. It was for marketing so a customer could feel the leather of the bag. At some point, early 90s, they went with two sided leather and . . . The original hang tag used was baseball, shaped , embossed. So if you ever see that, truly a collectible.
Well, since I’m a quirky duck, I sort of used what moves me. I do see a lot of cute ones. But since the hardware on my vintage Coach is brass, the few silver/nickel ones don’t seem like a fit. Also, some of the handles on my bags just don’t lend themselves to something hanging and they can be problematic. I have certain bags I find even the little Coach hang tag a nuisance and take it off. I found a great little fair trade item being marketed as a zipper pull that is just the right little something for my neutral bags. I am actually going to the Coach store to get a few large personalized hangtag for several dressier bags that I see other
Well, since I’m a quirky duck, I sort of used what moves me. I do see a lot of cute ones. But since the hardware on my vintage Coach is brass, the few silver/nickel ones don’t seem like a fit. Also, some of the handles on my bags just don’t lend themselves to something hanging and they can be problematic. I have certain bags I find even the little Coach hang tag a nuisance and take it off. I found a great little fair trade item being marketed as a zipper pull that is just the right little something for my neutral bags. I am actually going to the Coach store to get a few large personalized hangtag for several dressier bags that I see other
Sorry, glitchy tabley cut me off.
So I am interested in a few custom hang tags for my dressier bags. And my favorite accessory is not a charm but a scarf. The practical element is I can put it around my neck if the office is drafty.
So I will continue to use whatever whenever on my bags as it suits my mood. And doesn't get stuck in a door! And if the bag charm phase is over, I will be looking out for some second hand bargains.
So I am interested in a few custom hang tags for my dressier bags. And my favorite accessory is not a charm but a scarf. The practical element is I can put it around my neck if the office is drafty.
So I will continue to use whatever whenever on my bags as it suits my mood. And doesn't get stuck in a door! And if the bag charm phase is over, I will be looking out for some second hand bargains.