Susan Farber has fun with fringe with this Tahoe Messenger Bag.

You'll need to be a real fringe fan to embrace this design. It covers the messenger's body, falling softly in layers to create a real boho look. That's dressed up somewhat by the striking emerald ...

Cleobella delivers the handbag equivalent of Cousin It with this Electra Fringe Hobo.

When used well fringing can create a fun western or bohemian vibe. But too much, as we see here, and a bag just seems hairy. The accents dominate the design rather than enhancing it, which ...

Victoria's Secret babe Alessandra Ambrosio has one. So does blue-eyed actress Megan Fox. And unlike so many other celebrity favorites, you could have one too. Meet the Leight Luxe Fringe Bag from CC Skye.

I'm not sure it's quite as luxurious as its name ...

JJ Winters reminds us that sometimes you can have too much of a good thing with this Mini Fringe cross-body bag. I don't mind a little fringing in moderation, but this is overkill.

Thank goodness this is a mini bag. Can you imagine how much fringing ...

Ed Hardy accessories rarely float my boat, but the loud label's come a little closer to pleasing me than usual with the Filina satchel.

I'm certainly not head over heels, but there's a certain charm to the blue suede fringing and matching chunky handles. Washed canvas ...

When done well, fringing can help a bag channel the swinging sixties or the rodeo. When done badly, it can become a mess. Sadly the fringe on this Cesar Cabas tote makes it fall into that disappointing latter category.

I'm not sure which Antik ...

It's got a funny name, but the Mun Ruffle Hobo from 7 Chi is actually one of the affordable label's most grown up purses.

The use of real leather rather than 7 Chi's favored synthetic helps to make this hobo appear more luxurious than ...

Big Buddha seems influenced by the world's great musical genres with this Penny Lane Bucket. Unfortunately though, this bag can't decide whether it's a hippie folk singer or a rock star.

From the top to the center it's all rock and roll, ...

Serpui Marie brings back flapper fashion with this Malaga clutch.

It might just be me, but I can't help thinking of those 1920s Charleston dresses as I look at this clutch's short golden fringing. The use of raffia, a material I haven't seen on a fringed ...

Cleobella takes fringing out of the sixties with this unique Florence satchel.

The short, diamond shaped fringing is more biker chick than flower child. The finish is used all over the bag to ensure the black leather looks anything but basic. It adds volume and texture, and above ...

Carla Mancini brings some rock and roll edge to boho fashion with this Julia Hobo.

With its soft leather body, fringed accents, and long tassels you might assume the Julia was your typical bohemian handbag. But the Julia is one tough cookie. The fringe is shorter ...

Vieta embraces the romance of bohemian fashion with this Juliet satchel.

This is a bit boho by numbers, with its fringed sides and slouchy body. But just because it's predictable doesn't mean the Juliet should be dismissed. That extra long fringe creates a really striking silhouette, which is ...

Big Buddha has fun with fringe with the Ray hobo.

The Ray takes the hobo back to its boho roots with its funky, flower child fringe and supple faux suede. If you're not committed to fringe this bag probably isn't for you. The loose tassels cover ...

Cleobella plays with fringe with this unique Haven hobo.

I've never seen fringe quite like this. Rather than the long tassels we typically see, Cleobella has opted instead for short curved, cut-out strips. They create such a unique texture which really helps to set this bag apart. It's ...

Jimmy Choo brings a little Western flair to the urban jungle with this Isola Hobo.

The Isola reminds me a bit of Cousin It's relative from down South, with its long cascading fringe and star shaped studs. This hobo projects a very distinctive look to be ...

Miu Miu's past few seasons have been extremely unreliable. Even still, this fringed linen bag is a disappointment.

The fabric is luxe and nice, and has a lovely natural finish. But don't get me started on the fringe. It just makes what could be a simple, lovely bag into ...

I have never been a fan of Michael Kors, but his last few seasons have really been impressing me. Until I see bags like this one, that is, and then I'm reminded all over again why I don't like his designs in the first place. This ...

Well, I've seen fringed bags before, but none of them looked quite like this!

There is more fringing here than there is bag, which is quite remarkable. My first instinct is to say that it  looks a little like a spoof prop from a comedy show, or ...

These days Lindsay Lohan's wardrobe is one of the few things we can admire about her. She might not make the best life choices, but carrying accessories like this Joyce bag from JJ Winters at least she always looks stylish!

Joyce might be a name which reminds you of old ladies and ...

Looking something like Cousin It's more stylish sister comes Inge Christopher's Caviar Bag.

That might sound like a criticism, but I like the quirkiness that Inge Christopher has employed here. The fringe is shaggy and somewhat animalistic, yet the beaded loops give it just enough class to work. At least, I think ...

Fringing and hobo bags go together like Dolce and Gabbana. While the combination is somewhat predictable, when done well it can be the perfect way to add a touch of boho to your outfit. So does Furla succeed with the Halley?

I'm still a little torn on this one. It's hard to ...

Bohemian style is the order of the day with this Namid Hobo from Donald J Pliner.

I can just imagine seeing Janis Joplin or Joan Baez with this bag strapped across their body as they soaked up the atmosphere at Woodstock. Its fringed leather trim might not be the most modern accent, ...

You might have spotted the fringed Janey hobo from CC Skye on the arm of Britney Spears, Fergie, or Lindsay Lohan. But you don't need to be a cashed up celeb to own this boho styled accessory.

Not that $500 is cheap, but it's relatively affordable for an It bag, particularly one ...

Even the most ordinary of outfits can turn heads when you're carrying this bold Bella bag from 7 Chi.

The label reinterprets what we mean by fringe, taking it from the Wild West to Mardi Gras!  The feather-shaped fringe here is fierce and fabulous. It could easily have looked silly, but by ...

Edgy rock touches meet soft country and western in this interesting Ed Hardy wristlet.

The cowboy-esque style comes from the fringe of suede that covers the canvas body of this little wristlet. The unusual blue color is the first hint that this isn't going to be a typical leather purse, but there is ...

Whilst fringes can feel kind of fashion forward, I find that often the rows of tassels look somewhat identical. It is nice, therefore, to find a classy leather tote that actually manages to produce something unusual.

The first dose of unusual is the combination of black (well, technically gray!) and brown. For years ...

Susan Farber delivers a clutch for boho fashion fans with the Sterling.

Its name suggests an upper crust pedigree, but this is a much more approachable number. Long, fringing hangs from the striking scalloped flap to create a look which seems straight out of the American Wild West. The glossy waxed leather ...

With so many designers looking to reinvent the hobo bag, it's great to see a label getting back to the style's boho roots. This Waco bag is everything we love about a classic hobo, from its slouchy crescent shape to its easy bohemian attitude.

The pairing of soft suede and long fringe ...

Tory Burch's latest line of accessories has been remarkably street savvy for the usually upper crust designer. She has brought her signature minimal elegance to a host of bohemian and rocker designs, and the effect is fabulous. Case in point is this Sawla fringed messenger bag.

The luxe purple leather is bright enough ...

Prezzo gives us fringe, and plenty of it, in this eye-catching purse.

Rather than using the fringe as an accent, Prezzo makes this boho embellishment the main act. If you like fringe, you're going to love this, and if you don't this purse probably won't change your mind.

It's easy to criticize a ...

Jimmy Choo's latest line of handbags might be my favorite of the season. I'm not a huge Choo fan, generally, but he's really killing it right now. The Tita shoulder bag is a perfect example.

Snakeskin and suede fringe are two great flavors that taste great together. And the taupe snakeskin on this ...

Since the 1950s, Emilio Pucci has  made iconic pieces that cutting edge fashionistas the world over love. His print dresses epitomized a generation, but that has never stopped the line from moving forward into the future. This fringed leather bag is the perfect balance of old school style and future-thinking flavor.

I'll be ...

Oryany Handbags delivers a boho bag with attitude in the Eva mini bag.

Fringed bags are typically floaty, hippie affairs, but Oryany toughens the look with shiny silver hardware. The layer of fringe near the curved crescent base is attached with grommets, and each tassel is dotted with a shiny stud. We ...

Emilio Pucci's groovy bright prints epitomized fashion in the late 60s and early 70s. Luckily for us, the label stays true to Pucci's psychedelic point of view. This fringed shoulder bag is a spot on interpretation of hippie chic for modern gals.

This bag is so boho rocker amazing that Led Zeppelin should ...

The Belize shoulder bag from Susan Farber is the epitome of boho-chic. Of course, that relaxed style won't suit every situation, but it's sure to please fans of the hippie look.

The American leather is treated with wax for a sophisticated shine. It's not as glossy as a patent, which is a ...

I was starting to feel like designers had done just about everything they could to reinvent the hobo, but then I spotted the Vanessa. Here Linea Pelle has done the seemingly impossible, and delivered yet another variation on the boho staple.

There's a hint of classic crescent in the shape, but it's ...

What with all the glitter and glamour going on for the Christmas party season, I thought the time had come to go back to the biker chic look that was a favorite of 2009.

As we head into a new decade, why not relive the look with this incredibly luxurious fringed black leather ...

I feel, with the winter months encroaching, that a little dose of brightness may be in order. A drop or two of bright color needs to be injected into our wardrobes, to keep the long nights at bay and our spirits lifted.

As Kate Spade has been all over the fashion blogs for ...

Big Buddha gives the hobo a contemporary makeover with the Soho.

It features two of fall's biggest trends: fringe and pyramid studs. Yet by keeping the accents in check, the look is timeless rather than faddish. The fringing is short, ensuring the purse never looks like it's just stepped from the South. ...

Fringed purses are so hot, but I find the fashion a little hit and miss. We've all seen those handbags with an all-over fringe which look more like animals than accessories. The Botkier Morgan is one fringe purse which gets it right, proving that old adage that less is more.

The ...

Style bible People Magazine recently named Melie Bianco's fringe hobo one of the coolest bags to carry this fall. And it’s easy to see why. It looks so much like the cute Thomas Wylde Nomad purse Heidi Klum has been toting this season, but it doesn't have that four-figure price tag!

Just like the ...

City girls will love the country vibe of this gorgeous Cattle Drive purse from Roxy.

It's made from deliciously soft suede, embellished with a western-style fringe and a path of brass accents. I love the laidback natural look of this sand shade, but you might prefer the basic black or bold burgundy colors. Roxy's trademark ...