LONG STRAW
Beaming with the essence of summer, raffia bags boast wide appeal during the warmer months with their natural textures and breezy charm. This lineup of artisanal stunners seamlessly blends fashion with sustainability, offering stylish yet eco-friendly options for everything from laid-back beach outings to mimosa brunch dates BY CHRISTINE CIPOLLA
Rabanne Embellished Tote
Resembling a photo-worthy sunset with its dreamy hues, this rich raffia bag features sculptural top handles, a scalloped brim, and gold-tone rivets shining all around the body. Stash your latest read, shades, and water bottle inside. $790, net-a-porter.com
Chanel Mini Flap Bag
Dainty and delicate floral details drape this braided raffia-effect purse for a distinctive touch. The brushed gold-tone hardware is a house classic, while the charm embellished chain shoulder strap adds a playful element. $6,300, chanel.com
De Siena ‘To The Beach’ Tote Hello sunshine!
The perfect choice for a stroll on a beautiful day, this artisan crafted jute bag is large enough to carry all your essentials. It is designed in Italy with hundreds of beads and details in raffia and leather. Alla spiaggia! $272, desienashoes.shop
PUCCI Fringed Woven Tote
This whimsical carrier is ready for your next rendezvous. It’s constructed of raffia with colorful fringing and flaunts a spacious interior that’s roomy enough for all of your vacation sidekicks. The brand name is splashed across one side, while the city of Capri is written on the other. $865, farfetch.com
LOEWE x Paula’s Ibiza 4FA Foldable Tote
Perfectly for boutique hopping on a sun soaked getaway, this “puzzle-fold” tote is assembled from panels of striped raffia and has origami-inspired creases that allow you to fold it down for easy storage. The smooth leather handles sit comfortably over your shoulders. $2,100, saksfifthavenue.com
Balenciaga Small Le Cagole Tote
Punch up your look with this bubblegum pink raffia and lambskin standout that boasts a dangling heart mirror charm. The hand-woven tote sports whipstitched top handles, a front zip-fastening pocket, and a spacious main compartment. $1,390, nordstrom.com
Prada Re-Edition 2005 Crochet Bag
Inspired by the iconic nylon mini hobo, this clean and crisp white shoulder bag is made of light raffia yarn for an upscale beach vibe. Thanks to its removable components, the versatile accessory can be personalized and modified to suit your mood. $2,500, prada.com
Ferragamo Studio Box Tote
Designed with the tropics in mind, this purse is complete with the label’s trademark Gancini twist-lock and has silver-tone feet at the base for protection. It’s fabricated of summery raffia in a structured shape, lined in linen and cotton canvas, and offers a handy, re movable clutch. $3,000, ferragamo.com
Oscar De La Renta Small Square Flower Bag
Created from stitched raffia and detailed with contrasting floral appliqués, this piece show cases the house’s mastery of elevated handbags. With leather handles and snap side closures for versatile styling, this stunner offers a fresh take on a classic tote. $2,590, marissacollections.com