It’s tough finding a fringe bag that doesn’t look like some strange creature you smuggled under your arm, or one that looks like it belonged at Woodstock. But the Nanette Lepore Twisted Fringe Hobo
is the modern day equivalent of the old fringe bag. On this striking hobo, the fringe is built into the bag, rather than dangling from every inch of it. A duo of twisted suede and metallic leather, the bag has enough twists and turns to make you seasick. (Not really.) But the design is a unique ‘twist’, er, take, on fringe. On each side there’s quilting and a bit of dangling fringe detail, along with a twisted fringe shoulder strap and zip closure. Inside, a divided interior features multiple pockets.
Buy for $475 at shopbop
I usually do not like fringes on a bag for the ecact reasons you mentioned above, however this option is a great way to be in style with the fringe trend that is going on right now, and also be on a budget. The price is great, especially for it being a designer bag.