How to style the bag charm trend, according to the fashion editors

Let’s face it, fashion has been a bit stressful lately. Because trend cycles rise and fall so quickly, it becomes increasingly difficult to keep up everyone single micro-trend that emerges (…and very unnecessary in my opinion). More and more people are abandoning this untenable path and instead focusing on refining their personal style. For this reason, bag charms actually seem to meet people where they are – using a small accessory to spice up their look rather than changing the entire atmosphere. I love!

Be it with a quirky one Set of charms from CoachA colorful scarfor even an Eras Tour friendship bracelet upcycled as a bag charm, accessorizing bags you already own with cute knick-knacks feels like a real, wearable scrapbook that tells a story—and isn’t that what fashion is all about? The charms you choose and the way you attach them to your bag will help you express: Youand I’m here for it. (PS: Dua seems to be too!)

In case you didn’t know, the handles are probably the most important factor in a bag’s features. You can wrap a scarf around them and drape a chain between them (which you can then attach other pendants to!). You can also attach keychains to the base. People tend to either completely stick to the color scheme of their bag (i.e. following the same color palette on all accessories, including matching the metal hardware) or not pay attention to this part at all, preferring instead every little detail that appeals to them Personality. You can go ultra-luxe and curated with designer keychains and pendants or DIY it yourself! No matter what aesthetic you like best, we’ve put together a great selection of images below to get you started! Happy accessorizing, everyone!

Immediately. Aura. Thrust.

Coach Large New York Cluster Bag Charm

Swan song charm keychain

Allegra K Polka Dots square neck scarf

Lovers and Friends Chi Chi bag charm

Casetify Sonny Angel metal phone charm

From Anthropologie City Bag Charm

PUCAPOCO keychain with pearl bow

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Susan Alexandra Pearl Icon Keychain

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Jellycat croissant bag charm

BaubleBar Starstruck bag charm

HOHOPEACH Vegan Leather Bag Horse Tag

Big Love Shorty Bag Ting

Daisy Maldonado is Associate Shopping Editor at Cosmopolitan and loves writing about fashion trends, must-have beauty products, and digital culture. When she’s not writing, you can almost certainly find her shopping (she knows her credit card numbers by heart) or obsessing over celebrity news. Although she has acquired an extensive wardrobe over the years, her favorite item is a Harry Styles Love On Tour hoodie that she bought at his concert in Manchester. Daisy’s work has appeared on Refinery29, The Daily Beast and E! published. News, Allure and more. Keep up with all of her chaotic travels, life in New York, and fashion moments on her Instagram.