The 13 Best Designer Straw Bags for Instant Je Ne Sais Quoi
Carry them all spring (and summer)
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Whether you’re sitting by the pool at Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc or strolling along the beach in Ibiza, you’ll find yourself surrounded by women carrying the best designer straw bags. The lightweight summer carryall may have first been popularized by Jane Birkin back in the early ’70s, but luxury labels like Prada and Loewe have ushered in a new era of woven raffia accessories in fresh silhouettes and colors. A harbinger of spring’s arrival, woven and crochet bags are popping up at the farmers’ market, while out to brunch, and most definitely on those very last tropical getaways of winter.
As a spring bag trend, straw may not feel like a particularly novel concept, but designers are considering ways your straw bags can make an appearance year-round. They appeared anew on the Spring/Summer 2024 runways at Jacquemus, styled with jeans and structured tank tops, and at the Row, worn with oversize trousers and a black blouse. (Clearly, cottage-core has some competition.) It’s easy to tuck a designer straw bag into your suitcase alongside a kaftan and slide-on sandals on vacation, but you can break your bag out for running errands around the city, too. There’s no need to save them for tropical temperatures. An oversize tote can hold groceries, while a smaller crossbody adds a textural touch to a celebratory weekend look. And while most straw bags are in a soft taupe, you can also find styles with bolder colorations if you want your purse to pop.
Shop the best designer straw bags ahead to get you in a summer state of mind.
Loewe A4 Raffia & Leather Tote Bag
Loewe A4 Raffia & Leather Tote Bag
Loewe is synonymous with more ornate straw designs, but we love the simplicity of the logo raffia version.
Dimensions: 14.25" H x 11" W x 3" D
Materials: Raffia with leather trim
Etro Vela Frame Floral Raffia Shoulder Bag
The colorful design details of this shoulder bag make it feel special.
Dimensions: 8.3" H x 6.3" W x 3.5" D
Materials: Raffia, leather
Saint Laurent Hobo Raffia Bag in Crochet and Smooth Leather
Saint Laurent Hobo Raffia Bag in Crochet and Smooth Leather
Embrace the softer side of straw with this crocheted shoulder bag by Saint Laurent.
Dimensions: 14.6" H x 11.8" W x 5.5" D
Materials: 100% viscose
Bottega Veneta Small Arco Basket
Bottega Veneta Small Arco Basket
An extra-long arm strap makes for easy carrying.
Dimensions: 13" L x 7.9" H x 4.3" W
Materials: 100% viscose
Isabel Marant Women’s Bayia Raffia Bucket Bag
Isabel Marant Women’s Bayia Raffia Bucket Bag
This handy tote can hold your commuting necessities.
Dimensions: 14" L x 14" H x 3.75" W
Materials: 100% raffia
Khaite The Medium Olivia Hobo
A now-iconic Khaite shape, newly rendered in natural raffia this season, is a stylish ode to summer.
Dimensions: 16" L x 9.4" H x 7" W
Materials: Raffia
Prada Crochet Bag
Keep it simple and choose Prada’s tote silhouette.
Dimensions: 19cm L x 12cm H x 6cm W
Materials: Raffia-effect yarn
Chloé Woody Raffia Tote Bag
Channel your inner Parisian with a designer straw bag from Chloé.
Dimensions: 8" L x 9" H x 9" W
Materials: Raffia
The Row Estelle Raffia Tote Bag
The Row’s minimal silhouettes have a cult following.
Materials: Raffia
AlaÏa Khaima Large Raffia Basket Tote
AlaÏa Khaima Large Raffia Basket Tote
Make a statement with this dramatic silhouette.
Dimensions: 15" L x 28.7" H x 5.9" W
Materials: Raffia straw, calfskin leather
Valentino Garavani Rockstud Bucket Bag
Valentino Garavani Rockstud Bucket Bag
A functional carryall in a cute shape.
Dimensions: 6.3" L x 7.2" H x 4.3" W
Materials: Faux raffia
Brunello Cucinelli Women’ss Raffia Effect Knit Striped Shopper Bag
Brunello Cucinelli Women’ss Raffia Effect Knit Striped Shopper Bag
This tote is luxe without being too bold.
Dimensions: 20" L x 7" H x 12" W
Materials: 55% jute, 35% cotton, 10% nylon
Gucci Jackie 1961 Medium Shoulder Bag
This bag is begging to be taken on vacation.
Dimensions: 14" L x 9.8" H x 1.8" W
Materials: 55% jute, 35% cotton, 10% nylon
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