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You Need to Add These Straw Bags Your Summer Wardrobe

’Tis the season for raffia and wicker.

Headshot of Samantha LealBy Samantha Leal
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Nothing says “summer has arrived,” like swapping out your accessories. Less heavy fabrics, more color, more…straw? Yes. When it comes to the summer accessory, the best straw bags are up there. There’s just something about them, with their versatility, natural-chic vibes, and overall charm that make raffia bags and wicker totes perfect for beach trips (because what makes for a better beach bag than this sand-ready material?), cute picnics, and farmers market runs…you get the gist.

Below, I’ve rounded up the best of the best straw bags to elevate your summer wardrobe and embrace the season. Sport them with your favorite caftan dress on your next vacation or a chic summer blazer for an unexpected, summer-sleek look when you’re back in the city. They’ll be your go-to bags all season long.

Celebrity-Approved

Janessa Leoné Tanner Straw Handbag

Tanner Straw Handbag
Celebrity-Approved

Janessa Leoné Tanner Straw Handbag

$397 at janessaleone.com

This straw handbag is a perfect beach or stroll addition, as it has a signature hat-holding feature that positions it on the outside (so you can go hands-free when not wearing your sunhat). It uses regenerative leather details, and celebrities like Gwyneth Paltrow and Nina Dobrev are fans of the brand.

Material: Natural Raffia Straw and regenerative leather

Dimensions: Width: 50 cm x height: 42 cm

Most Versatile

Salt + Umber Carol Straw Bamboo Handle Carryall

Carol Straw Bamboo Handle Carryall
Most Versatile

Salt + Umber Carol Straw Bamboo Handle Carryall

Ideal for pretty much anything—from beach hangs to grocery hauls—this woven bag is 100 percent natural handwoven straw with bamboo handles and is just plain chic.

Material: 100% natural handwoven straw and bamboo

Dimensions: Width: 12 inches x length: 22 inches x height: 24 inches

The Summer Bucket Bag

J.Crew Sedona Basket Bag

Sedona Basket Bag
The Summer Bucket Bag

J.Crew Sedona Basket Bag

Can you go wrong with a bucket basket bag? No. This one gets a summery spin with a canvas lining and scrunch-able closure, with a cute netting overlay.

Material: Paper straw, raffia

Dimensions: Width 11 inches x height: 8 inches x depth: 4.5 inches; handle drop: 7 inches

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The Everyday Carry

Hat Attack New York Bailey Bag

Bailey Bag
The Everyday Carry

Hat Attack New York Bailey Bag

I’ve personally had a straw bag from Hat Attack for years now (so many that apparently, they don’t make that style anymore). Still, this one is pretty close to it—it’s perfect for stashing into a carry-on for summer trips and adding a certain je ne sais quoi to an outfit.

Material: 100% Water Hyacinth with 100% cotton lining

Dimensions: Width: 9 inches x height: 7 inches x depth: 6.5 inches

A Touch of Color

Madewell The Small Transport Crossbody

The Small Transport Crossbody
A Touch of Color

Madewell The Small Transport Crossbody

Now 28% Off

If you’re not into beige, don’t fret—there are a lot of different color options with this Madewell one, and it’s ideal for both day and night with a crossbody strap that can be tucked away.

Material: Straw

Dimensions: Width: 7.75 3/4 inches x height: x 7.75 inches x depth: 2.625 inches

Crochet Crush

Clare V. Petit Summer Simple Tote

Petit Summer Simple Tote
Crochet Crush

Clare V. Petit Summer Simple Tote

I love anything Clare V.—whatever you get, it’s going to stick around with you for ages. This adorable checkered bag is perfect for boat rides and trips around the cape (sorry, that was me manifesting). But in seriousness, it’ll add a cute punch of color to any outfit.

Material: Crochet and cowhide leather handles

Dimensions: Width: 7.75 inches x height: 8.75 inches x depth: 4.75 inches; strap drop: 21.25 inches; handle drop: 2.75 inches

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Beaded and Beachy

Magid Jute Tote With Pearl Flowers

Jute Tote With Pearl Flowers
Beaded and Beachy

Magid Jute Tote With Pearl Flowers

Now 50% Off

Have you seen a cuter tote? (I’ll go ahead and answer that for you: No, you have not.) This oversized style with flower details has an open top, so you can use it for beach days and park trips with ease.

Material: Jute

Dimensions: Width: 18 inches x height: 12 inches

The Easy-to-Pack

Athleta Keys Woven Beach Bag

Keys Woven Beach Bag
The Easy-to-Pack

Athleta Keys Woven Beach Bag

If you’re looking for a beach bag you can roll up and take anywhere (on vacation, as a secondary bag to the market, etc.), this one is for you. The interior bag is removable (so you can wash it!), and did we mention it was co-created with Alicia Keys? Chic all around.

Material: 100% Paper; interior: 100% Recycled Polyester

The Luxury Pick

Loewe Small Woven Raffia Tote

Small Woven Raffia Tote
The Luxury Pick

Loewe Small Woven Raffia Tote

Hear me out: This one looks just as good on a beach holiday as it does hanging in the city on a (sweltering) summer day, so it’s a good investment, no? It’s sized to hold all of your daily essentials, trimmed with tan leather, and embossed with the label to add extra oomph.

Material: Raffia and tan leather

Dimensions: Width: 14.2 inches x height: 7.1 inches x depth: 4.7 inches; strap length: 18.9 inches; handle drop: 7.1 inches

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A Wicker Evening Bag

Anthropologie Bali Square Circle-Handle Satchel

Bali Square Circle-Handle Satchel
A Wicker Evening Bag

Anthropologie Bali Square Circle-Handle Satchel

This adorable straw satchel has a drawstring closure and will look good with practically anything. The darker color is still neutral enough for beach days but can easily be paired with more evening items for a versatile bag.

Material: Rattan

Dimensions: Width: 11 inches x height: 9 inches x depth: 4 inches; handle drop: 5 inches

The Novelty Bag

Liselle Kiss Harley Raffia Heart Crossbody Bag

Harley Raffia Heart Crossbody Bag
The Novelty Bag

Liselle Kiss Harley Raffia Heart Crossbody Bag

This adorable bag (from a Black-founded biz) will add a little charm (and heart, hehe… sorry) to your outfit. The interior is lined, and the leather adds a nice finish (and structural help) to the bag.

Material: Raffia with leather trim

Dimensions: Width: 7 inches x height: 7.25 inches x depth: 2.75 inches

The Under-$20

Forever21 Round Straw Crossbody Bag

Round Straw Crossbody Bag
The Under-$20

Forever21 Round Straw Crossbody Bag

Now 20% Off

This circular straw basket bag is a fun statement piece that’ll add interest to any outfit. And don’t worry—it’ll hold your phone with no problem. Plus, can you beat the price?

Material: Paper yarn and polyester

Dimensions: Width: 7.75 inches x height: 7 inches x depth: 3 inches

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Vintage-Inspired

Frances Valentine Delilah Hobo Bag in Toast

Delilah Hobo Bag in Toast
Vintage-Inspired

Frances Valentine Delilah Hobo Bag in Toast

A tisket, a tasket, a little (okay, medium-sized?) wicker basket. This one features a very cute printed liner and has the perfect color for pretty much any look.

Material: Wicker, textile, leather

The Wedding Guest Pick

Sensi Studio Mini Mini Canasta Bag

Mini Mini Canasta Bag
The Wedding Guest Pick

Sensi Studio Mini Mini Canasta Bag

A chic little bag that looks as at home on the beach as it does at a summer wedding. As one reviewer put it, “This will definitely be my summer wedding guest attire bag.” Agreed.

Material: 100% Straw

Chic and Simple

Aerie Straw Bag

Straw Bag
Chic and Simple

Aerie Straw Bag

Now 60% Off

With a pull-through strap style, this bag is simplicity at its finest. Use it to tote all your essentials, and then some. (Psst…all my Aaerie bags have stood the test of time, so I can assure you this one is solid.)

Material: 100% straw

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The Road Companion

L*SPACE x Lindsay Albanese Road Trippin' Backpack

Road Trippin' Backpack
The Road Companion

L*SPACE x Lindsay Albanese Road Trippin' Backpack

Have we found the perfect beach-to-whatever-your-heart-desires bag? Yes. This one is a canvas and straw hybrid with a removable cooler inside for the base (to be used with ice packs, not ice, FYI). Bring a few of your favorite snacks and drinks, then head out for the rest of the day—this bag will go with you.

Material: 100% cotton bag with corn husk base

Dimensions: Width: 12 inches x height: 18 inches

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Samantha Leal

Samantha Leal is a writer, editor, and content strategist whose work centers around all things lifestyle—beauty, fashion, drinks, food, travel, and wellness (to name a few). Basically, all the good things in life. She holds a journalism degree from the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University, and has held roles at Well+Good, Marie Claire, Latina magazine, and The Knot. Her byline has appeared in Refinery29, Glamour, Teen Vogue, Apartment Therapy, and more.

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