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There’s a lot to love about spring and summer fashion. Short hemlines, gauzy fabrics, and vibrant hues all have a place on that list, but none rank higher than summer accessories. A platform sandal or colorful beaded choker? Be still my beating heart. The epitome of warm weather accessories, however, is the straw bag. Casual yet statement-making, the straw bag holds a certain magic—almost as if the essence of vacation was captured and turned into a purse. With that kind of style power, a good straw bag deserves a place in everyone’s armoire. Take Jane Birkin’s vintage style as inspiration for living a 24/7 straw bag life. The actress styled her Portuguese fish basket with everything: denim, a little white frock, and even wore it with a cocktail dress at the Cannes Film Festival (with a silk scarf ingeniously wrapped around the handle).
Luckily, you’ve got options. Feast your eyes on some of the finest rattan, wicker, and raffia bags, ranging from designer shopping totes to small crossbodies from Amazon. Here, find 31 of the best straw bags for summer 2022.
Mini Semi-Circle Rattan Straw Handbag
The strap on this trendy rattan bag is removable, so you can sling it across your shoulder, wear it as a crossbody, or detach the strap and hold it as a handbag. Options abound!
If you like the look of straw but crave color, you’ve met your match.
Handwoven Rattan Vintage Purse
It looks straight out of The Secret Garden, no?
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Handwoven Round Rattan Shoulder Bag
A round shoulder bag is the cherry on top of all of your sweet summer sundresses.
Tropicalia Mini Raffia Basket Bag
For a more subtle straw look, this bubblegum pink handbag from Marni balances raffia with leather.
Rhea Leather-Trimmed Rattan Shoulder Bag
Rattan has never looked so chic. This structured shoulder bag just flew to the top of my wish list.
If you didn’t know you needed a vase-shaped bag, now you do.
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Circle Handle Straw Tote Handbag
This spacious tote is perfect for a trip to the pool or a stroll through town. The wooden beads add an extra summery vibe.
Smiley(R) x Vanessa Bruno
If you’re happy and you know it, flaunt this bag.
Whether you’re heading to a destination beach wedding or a romantic baecation, this clutch is the perfect addition to your resort ensemble.
Pearl accents make this woven tote unexpectedly sophisticated.
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Straw Envelop Evening Clutch
This sturdy clutch can handle being dropped after a few too many margs.
Hand Made Salines Straw Bag with Ostrich Feather
A more fun purse literally does not exist. This little number comes with the option of lavender feathers, too.
Raffia Bucket Bag with Netting Overlay
This bucket purse combines two of the trendiest styles: raffia weaves and fisherman bags.
The straps on this look like mere style elements when not in use, but having the added option of toting your sun hat? Genius.
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INC International Concepts
It might have started with cottagecore, but now the psychedelic aesthetic is having a moment all its own. I, for one, am totally here for it. Here’s to you, Harry Styles’s Shroom Boom drop.
Rainbow Checkerboard Lunchpail
Cesta designs are made with love and care—each one of these basket bags is handwoven by a female artisan in Rwanda using locally sourced materials.
And all of a sudden, I need a raffia fanny pack more than I’ve ever needed anything.
Never underestimate the power of a good shopper tote.
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Shoulder Bag with Chain Link in Straw
This take on straw is versatile enough to use long beyond the spring and summer seasons.
Large Straw Handmade Crochet Backpack
Who isn’t partial to a backpack? Being hands-free while sporting an adorable woven pack sounds like win-win.
Double Strap Mini Basket Bag
This creamsicle shade of orange is bound to be all over your Instagram feed this summer.
In addition to this mustard hue, BTB offers this clutch in white, black, and pink. I’ll opt for all of the above, please and thank you.
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Perhaps no bag is as reliable as a standard black tote. It’s big enough to hold everything you need and versatile enough to go with anything. A straw version is a fun twist on something that’s otherwise basic.
Petite Isla Bahia Gingham Bag
A picnic basket, but make it a handbag.
Tan Micro Raffia Moon Bag
It Girls everywhere are stepping out with these moon- and tear-shaped bags. With a wicker version, you’re already one step ahead of the trends.
Freedom Multicolor Straw Crossbody Bag
The colors, the style, the checkered print, the fray—I’m overwhelmed. This one’s got it all.
The bag itself is polished and refined, but the rainbow chain adds just the right dose of fun.
Skylar Straw Pearly Tote Bag
Somehow, fringe, straw, and pearls all come together seamlessly in this tasteful tote.
At last, if you came here looking for a plain straw bag, your patience has paid off. You can’t go wrong with something this timeless.
Banana Republic
$79.99
