Summer Classics: Straw Bags

By Suzanne Singer
July 8, 2010

Straw is the quintessential summery material—just think of thatched roof cabanas in the Caribbean, or grass skirts on Hawaiian hula girls. This season, the natural, earthy look of straw goes refined, with bags that offer special detailing like handcrafted weaves, wooden handles, and cool and unexpected shapes and prints.

Straw bags to pine for:

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NEW Natural/Black Straw Bag

The cut-out wood handle adds a chic element to this striped straw bag.

(buy it now price, $39.99)

NEW Straw Chain Shoulder Bag

It’s so fresh and new looking to have a structured straw bag on a chain like this in a soft rose color.

(buy it now price, $29.99)

NEW Braided Straw Bag

This oval shaped straw bag brings to mind the sophistication of the 1950’s.

(buy it now price, $9.99)

NEW Michael Kors Gold and Straw Bag

The gold accents on this straw bag bring glamour to what is usually a very casual style of bag.

(buy it now price, $249)

NEW Kate Spade Straw Purse

An unexpected shape for a straw bag and reminiscent of a picnic basket to use for a perfect summer day.

(buy it now price, $179.99)

NEW Blue Straw Bag

Love the mix of the slouchy feel of this blue straw bag on a structured wood handle.

(buy it now price, $14.99)

NEW Striped Straw Bag

The gold on this striped straw bag makes this style less hippie and more ‘70s glam.

(buy it now price, $18)

NEW Straw Bag with Camo

Make a tough yet girly statement with this pink camo trimmed straw bag.

(buy it now price, $9.95)

Marni Straw and Leather Tote

The rope handles coupled with the bright and graphic printed side pouches help make this straw and leather tote a one-of-a-kind find.

(buy it now price, $250)

Handwoven Straw Bag

Love the handcrafted feel of this handwoven straw bag.

(buy it now price, $5.32)

Suzanne Singer served as the Accessories Editor at ElleGirl and most recently, as the Associate Accessories Editor at Lucky. She can usually be found wearing at least eight rings and five necklaces. Check out her recent profiles of eco-friendly handbag and shoe designers by clicking here, here and here.

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