While you might be a big believer in seasonless style, wearing sundresses straight through Fall and knit sweaters well into the Summer months, there is one bag style that's more warm-weather friendly than most. When you look at a straw handbag, it instantly transports you to some far away beach in your mind. Whether the south of France, Amalfi coast, or a quick jaunt to the beaches of the Hamptons, a natural woven handbag is just the thing to make any outfit feel like summer.
From grosgrain trimmed to gingham lined, it’s a timeless classic — but this season ushers in a modern and structured twist on your favorite leather and suede silhouettes. This summer, opt for a slightly more malleable straw, or even a structured wicker or raffia style, but make sure to have a perfect garden-ready tote on hand as the temperature begins to rise.
Ahead, find 13 of the best for the season. Shop them all now. After all…they’re not going to last very long.
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The chic metal handles elevate this summer-ready straw handbag from H&M.
The sleek Vachetta leather makes this structured bag stand out.
If your favorite picnic basket was a handbag, it'd look like this mini woven tote. The blue and white stripe bow adds the perfect touch.
This popular brand is the ultimate Instagram bait — especially if you get your straw bag inscribed with one of their clever messages.
Splurge on a vintage-inspired bucket bag with cognac leather trim and that iconic metal double G logo.
The clutch shape and pink ribbon adds a charming, sophisticated feel to the traditional straw bag style.
This mini tote features woven natural and brown straw, leather detailing, and a printed inside lining that conjures up long summer days on the pier.
The ultimate collector's item, this vintage wicker basket bag from Chanel boasts a chain link shoulder strap and lambskin lining.
The woven buffalo leather and removable checkered print pouch will make this bag a favorite in your summer wardrobe.
This raffia bag from popular brand Loewe will be all over your Instagram feed this summer. And with its luxe tan leather trim and embossed logo, are you really surprised?
The braided tassel shoulder strap adds a romantic flair to this roomy bucket bag.
This classic flap style doubles as a clutch. And 10 percent of the proceeds go to Nest, a nonprofit committed to helping global hand workers.
For a sustainably-sourced option, consider this min bag made from organic vegetable-dyed sisal straw.
With its leather trim and an open top design, Nico Giani's straw bucket bag will go with every summer outfit in your closet.
