Thoughts on backpack handbags?

[krisim]

I have been eyeing all of the cute bucket bags that are out right now, even though they aren't terribly practical  I have credit at Rebecca Minkoff that I'd like to use soon and keep going back to this convertible backpack (can be backpack or crossbody).   I've been looking for something medium sized that I can use when traveling or on the weekends with kids.    I'm just not sure if it will go out of style quickly.  

Thoughts?   


www.rebeccaminkoff.com/fiona-backpack-marjorca-blue

 

[bina]

I grew up in the 90's, so to me back pack bags feel really dated, but cross body i think thats adorable, and i think backpack purses are coming back into trend?

[kris356]

Jul 6, 2015 12:53:48 GMT -5 bina said:

I grew up in the 90's, so to me back pack bags feel really dated, but cross body i think thats adorable, and i think backpack purses are coming back into trend?

This is where I am at too. I think there may still be some backpack purses in rubbermaid in storage. 

I like the bag as a crossbody or shoulder and the color, I just can't do the backpack thing.

[krisim]

Jul 6, 2015 12:53:48 GMT -5 bina said:

I grew up in the 90's, so to me back pack bags feel really dated, but cross body i think thats adorable, and i think backpack purses are coming back into trend?

90's kid here--I think this is where my hesitation comes from!  The bucket bags feel a little fresher in style, so I think that's why I'm drawn to this particular one. I'm not sure if I'd ever wear it backpack style.

[seven7devils]

I think they are in for the moment, but it's probably short lived. I would invest in a more classic shape. I like the color in that picture, though.

[FormerCityGirl]

I've been carrying one since March. I love that it holds water bottles, things that we buy, snacks, my keys, an iPhone 6+, sunscreen, and my sunglasses. I live in a neighborhood with festivals weekly, a huge walk score, and do 2-3 concerts monthly. If I subscribed to the I wore it in the 90's theory, my closet would be 2/3 empty, I'd not have lost the weight I have dressing cute networking for the festivals, and I wouldn't have galleries interested in hanging my art. I also wouldn't have the confidence boost from people mistaking me for someone 15 years younger. I say if you love it, go for it. It can be a shoulder or cross body bag if you aren't feeling the backpack part, but this was the consensus on Birks last year when I had two pairs last spring. Look at how many fake and real ones are in OOTD. I'm looking for a second one already.

[krisim]

Jul 6, 2015 14:56:09 GMT -5 FormerCityGirl said:

I've been carrying one since March. I love that it holds water bottles, things that we buy, snacks, my keys, an iPhone 6+, sunscreen, and my sunglasses. I live in a neighborhood with festivals weekly, a huge walk score, and do 2-3 concerts monthly. If I subscribed to the I wore it in the 90's theory, my closet would be 2/3 empty, I'd not have lost the weight I have dressing cute networking for the festivals, and I wouldn't have galleries interested in hanging my art. I also wouldn't have the confidence boost from people mistaking me for someone 15 years younger. I say if you love it, go for it. It can be a shoulder or cross body bag if you aren't feeling the backpack part, but this was the consensus on Birks last year when I had two pairs last spring. Look at how many fake and real ones are in OOTD. I'm looking for a second one already.

So funny that you mention Birks--I just bought my first pair because of this board! 

[FormerCityGirl]

Jul 6, 2015 15:12:15 GMT -5 krisim said:

Jul 6, 2015 14:56:09 GMT -5 FormerCityGirl said:

I've been carrying one since March. I love that it holds water bottles, things that we buy, snacks, my keys, an iPhone 6+, sunscreen, and my sunglasses. I live in a neighborhood with festivals weekly, a huge walk score, and do 2-3 concerts monthly. If I subscribed to the I wore it in the 90's theory, my closet would be 2/3 empty, I'd not have lost the weight I have dressing cute networking for the festivals, and I wouldn't have galleries interested in hanging my art. I also wouldn't have the confidence boost from people mistaking me for someone 15 years younger. I say if you love it, go for it. It can be a shoulder or cross body bag if you aren't feeling the backpack part, but this was the consensus on Birks last year when I had two pairs last spring. Look at how many fake and real ones are in OOTD. I'm looking for a second one already.

So funny that you mention Birks--I just bought my first pair because of this board! 

Yes, last year everyone said they were ugly and not worth the investment. I got black patent and neon pink patent ones last spring. I'm looking for metallics. Had I went with the board, I be searching everywhere like everyone else. There were one or two other posters that had them too and got flamed. I also have 3 pairs of Docs. Go with what you love and fits your lifestyle. I've also had blonde with pink and purple highlights for over three years. Now the highlights are teal and purple. I've been told that's inappropriate too, but I paint, photograph bands, and executive produce. Suits don't work for those. Crazy hair and fun clothes do.

[kris356]

Jul 6, 2015 15:19:37 GMT -5 FormerCityGirl said:

Jul 6, 2015 15:12:15 GMT -5 krisim said:

So funny that you mention Birks--I just bought my first pair because of this board! 

Yes, last year everyone said they were ugly and not worth the investment. I got black patent and neon pink patent ones last spring. I'm looking for metallics. Had I went with the board, I be searching everywhere like everyone else. There were one or two other posters that had them too and got flamed. I also have 3 pairs of Docs. Go with what you love and fits your lifestyle. I've also had blonde with pink and purple highlights for over three years. Now the highlights are teal and purple. I've been told that's inappropriate too, but I paint, photograph bands, and executive produce. Suits don't work for those. Crazy hair and fun clothes do.

Well, I been on the Birk train for a while and I never gave up my Docs but I don't know if I would spend a ton on a backpack purse. But if you love it, go for it. 

[bimbi284]

I loved my 90s backpacks and I'm definitely considering a more sophisticated version now.

[treedimensional]

I will never buy one. EVER.