Creatures of Comfort

I've been a terrible blogger this week!  Well, better late than never.  A few images that caught my eye before I leave town for a long weekend.  

Gremlin purse, taken by Tommy Ton for Style.com

Gus and his monkey doll, taken by Lena Corwin 

There's something sweet yet slightly creepy about this stuffed animal bag trend (see also Style Rookie Tavi Gevinson sporting a black leather bunny bag).  They are quickly growing on me, but I'd rather figure out a way to make one myself than shell out.  The way this woman clutches her gremlin bag is reminiscent of a child (or dog!) cuddling up with a treasured stuffed toy.  I still have my teddy bear from when I was a baby... no chance that he'll become a bag though!  He's far too precious :)  

Is this trend too absurd?  Does is cross into Lolita-esque territory, or is it simply a whimsical and fun accessory?

Have a great weekend!