From small quilted cross-body bags with a gold-tone chain and pearl accents to a plush Vintage 1994 Humfrey Musical Teddy Bear Plush Stuffed Animal Christmas.
With 2 birthdays coming up, I decided to try something different from the usual Amazon order. I took the girls shopping at My Vintage Antiques in Crowley, Texas. I was surprised at how many items they fell in love with. Here’s what they chose.
These items were high-quality, almost new condition and the girls were able to choose nice gifts at an affordable price. Pictured below: New white tweed handbag with bow detail and gold chain and clasp: $30. Like new condition black faux leather crossbody bag with gold chain and gold Gucci label in bottom right corner $20.
“Humfrey” stuffed bears are based on the Australian children’s character, Humphrey B. Bear, whose first plush toy was released in 1968. While many stuffed bears have a long history, the specific “Humfrey” connection points to this television icon, originally named “Bear Bear,” who was renamed Humphrey B. Bear after a public competition in 1965.
TY Beanie babies have seen a recent resurgence in popularity among some teens for nostalgia and collectible reasons, particularly tied to the “analog wellness” and retro trends. While Beanie Babies were a massive craze in the 1990s, that period of widespread popularity is over, and their value as collectibles is now often based on individual preference rather than mass demand.
The most valuable Beanie Babies are often the original nine released in 1993, rare versions with production errors, and limited-edition or employee-exclusive bears like “Princess” the Bear or the #1 Bear. For a common Beanie Baby to be worth more, it must be in mint condition with no wear, have its original tags intact, and be one of the rarer versions. Check out more information on this video produced by Collecting 101 Beanie Babies: The History, Popularity And Value Of Your Collection!
Today, Beanie Baby popularity is driven more by personal interest in specific designs rather than a widespread, mass-market frenzy. For example, some collectors focus on certain types, like tie-dye ones, because each has a unique color combination.
Backpack clips or “backpack charms” are small, decorative items that can be attached to bags, which can include plush toys, keychains, or chapstick holders.
- Self-Expression & Identity: Charms let you display your favorite hobbies, inside jokes, or values, signaling who you are without changing your whole outfit.
- Personalization & Maximalism: They move fashion beyond quiet luxury into a fun, maximalist space where people add unique character and playfulness to their bags, like digital stickers for real life.
- Dopamine Dressing & Joy: Small, cute collectibles provide a “dopamine kick,” offering comfort, joy, and a tactile, mood-boosting experience, notes this Forbes article.
- Fandom & Community: Charms from brands, characters (like Labubu or Japanese oshi culture), or series create shared interests, fostering a sense of belonging and connecting fans.
- Nostalgia & Childhood: They evoke childhood memories of charm bracelets or sticker books but are modernized for adult fashion, blending sentiment with style.
- Affordability & Accessibility: With options ranging from budget-friendly to luxury, they’re an accessible way to participate in trends and indulge in small treats, says this Charles & Keith article.
- Digital Influence: Social media platforms like TikTok fuel microtrends, making these items highly visible and desirable as ways to stand out from online uniformity, explains this Byrdie article.
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- Dedicated Following: Many collectors, like those on Reddit and Facebook groups, actively buy, sell, and share their large collections, demonstrating enduring interest.
- Retired & Vintage: As a retired collection, they have a vintage appeal, making them desirable for those seeking discontinued pieces.
Coffee lovers need the 4-Piece Latte Self-Care Gift Set. It’s got treats to help you relax with warm & cozy energy! $8
The perfect present for moms, teachers, teens & more.
Includes 1 travel mug with lid, 1 latte hand cream, 1 lip scrub, 1 bath bomb
Country of Origin: Imported
