topic Re: A poll of sorts in Handbags

A poll of sorts

smoochy — Tue, 12 Aug 2025 01:36:52 GMT

are guitar straps on purses a fad about to expire? A long term trend? Or a new classic?

Do you like them?

Personally I find them bulky and cumbersome. Also they are often disproportionately wide or large, in relation to the size of the purse. I think its a waning trend.

Re: A poll of sorts

MoonieBaby — Tue, 12 Aug 2025 01:37:06 GMT

I never got on board with it in the first place, it looks cheap to me.

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Goodie2shoes — Tue, 12 Aug 2025 01:42:40 GMT

I guess I'm just a old fashioned gal, I like the regular handbag strap with goldtone hardware. I love crossbody

bags and the only style bag I carry now. I have multiple Dooney bags that I bought years ago now packed away. I have INKWHIP bags that I have removed the guitar strap and connected a thin strap to it. I agree, the straps are to wide, I like the bag style and RFID added feature.

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nikkisaunt1 — Tue, 12 Aug 2025 01:47:53 GMT

Guitar straps make a bag look more sporty/casual. I think we may still see them on duffels and large totes, but their popularity is definitely waning for every day and dressier handbags. In some areas of the country I don't even think they caught on much at all. Suede is going to be trending this fall and guitar straps don't look good with that.

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SharkE — Tue, 12 Aug 2025 02:02:58 GMT

Yuck

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Franklinbell — Tue, 12 Aug 2025 02:11:29 GMT

I have one on my crossbody bag. I carry it when I travel. I like it! I see them often in my travels. I like mine and it serves my purpose! Works for me. I put it in my tote and handle my business!

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Neetgal2 — Tue, 12 Aug 2025 02:20:16 GMT

I do not like them! Just now, I looked at two bags and did not buy because of the strap, I did not like. Probably just me, set in my ways, in the mid 70's.

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AZfem — Tue, 12 Aug 2025 02:25:04 GMT

I don't care for them. Where to store them is my problem. If you have multiple straps from different vendors what goes with what.

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NYCLatinaMe — Tue, 12 Aug 2025 02:34:11 GMT

I have seen them for years. I always thought of them as a strap one can buy to replace the strap in a bag because of length or condition. It is hard to match single color materials, so a pattern can blend better. When the purse comes with a guitar style strap, I think it is just to add interest. Many people like colors and patterns. I like more streamlined style, but I would get one if it met my needs. I think they have been around as long as I can remember.

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Kachina624 — Tue, 12 Aug 2025 02:35:24 GMT

I find them too bulky and cumbersome. The designs fight with the print tops I like to wear.

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NEvans2 — Tue, 12 Aug 2025 02:42:34 GMT

Personally, I like a wider strap on a crossbody. I've been seeing a chiropractor for 2 1/2 years for a neck problem. I go once a month for maintenance. A wider strap is so much more comfortable for me. It doesn't dig into my shoulder and distributes the weight of the purse so much better. Therefore, it doesn't put pressure on my neck. I can't even carry a leather cross body anymore because it hurts my neck. Getting old ain't for sissies! Lol❤

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bellaartiste — Tue, 12 Aug 2025 02:44:54 GMT

I may be in the minority here but I love a guitar strap. I have two beautiful Dooney's in dark leather with a combination of guitar, and leather. I also have a vintage Gucci with a guitar strap. They do not look cheap. I think the look is younger and sporty. They do not have to be made using cheap materials, and colors.

I have narrow shoulders. and the these straps stay in place. Most straps will slip off my shoulder and are more trouble unless I wear them as cross body.

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beach-mom — Tue, 12 Aug 2025 02:48:00 GMT

@smoochy - I'm not a fan. A few IHKWIP bags I have came with them as an alternative, and I ignore them!

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Spacrazy — Tue, 12 Aug 2025 03:39:24 GMT

Haven't bought any and don't care for them. Hope they'll go away and take the silly half-tuck with them.

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Meowingkitty — Tue, 12 Aug 2025 06:05:48 GMT

Don't like them. I expect when I buy a leather bag to also get a leather strap to match, not a tacky guitar strap that makes a purse look cheap. I've seen $300 bags with them and no matter how much I like the bag I won't buy it if it has a guitar strap. To me it's the company's way of saving money while saying it's new and trendy.

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AngelPuppy1 — Tue, 12 Aug 2025 10:32:35 GMT

I have a couple of them and they are nice for me because I can't stand straps that dig into my shoulders. I find that these are softer and distribute the weight better.

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CalminHeart — Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:36:42 GMT

I am not a fan of guitar straps. They get in the way and show wear. Like most things, they have gone in and out of style many times during my lifetime.

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We rescue cats — Tue, 12 Aug 2025 12:44:46 GMT

To me it depends on the bag, I have a 'bucket' bag from Dooney with a guitar strap and I like the look of it. Since it is a larger bag I appreciate the wider strap, it doesn't dig into my shoulder due to weight.

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Still Raining — Tue, 12 Aug 2025 13:19:19 GMT

So timely! I have been looking around for a new purse and this type of strap gives me pause.

Going to vote NO. Seems more a fad?

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wagirl — Tue, 12 Aug 2025 13:23:49 GMT

I like them. Have one on a big baggalini purse. I like the pop of color it can add and seems more comfy on my shoulder. Don't care if they are a one shot pony--you can get them in any width size too--I go to AMZ for mine.