As the story goes, British actress and singer Jane Birkin, who passed away yesterday, found herself seated next to Hermes CEO Jean-Louis Dumas. After the contents of her straw basket fell to the floor, she explained to Dumas her difficulty in finding a suitable leather bag. This conversation led Dumas to create a black supple leather bag for her, which later became known as the Birkin bag. In honour of Jane, we’ve rounded up five straw baskets to carry your things in. They’re sweet and stylish, and cost a pretty penny less than the Birkin. —Vita Daily
You’ll love this imposing Le Panier Soli Raphia tote by Jacquemus ($400 at Simons) emanating artisanal refinement that elegantly blends natural straw braided in eccentric fringes with luxurious genuine leather in pastel tones. From the city to the beach, this large spacious tote made of a striking fabric, distilling the spirit of the Le Raphia collection, which pays tribute to materials in their simplest form, is a must-have to carry wherever beautiful summer days take you!
The Loewe x Paula’s Ibiza Basket Bag ($750 at Holt Renfrew) is a traditional basket bag elevated with a classic handwoven body and beautifully crafted calfskin handles. Shoulder or top handle carry. Due to its handcrafted nature, sizes may differ slightly, making every purchase unique.
Etsy sellers offer many straw basket bags, like this colourful French market basket bag ($84), this straw bag trimmed with vegan leather top handles and front embossed pocket ($182), and this sequin straw basket ($84), handwoven in the Marrakech of Morocco from palm leaf.
From Structube, this beautiful and stylish bag can be used in every occasion! The Rosie woven straw tote bag ($19) will hold everything you need; running errands will be a delight. Plus, its bohemian style is sure to attract many compliments. Take it to the beach, you’ll see for yourself!
Zara’s raffia basket bag ($20) has both handles and a removable, adjustable crossbody strap, as well as an interior bag with a drawstring closure.
The Auxiliary round bag from Aritzia ($20) is a structured circular tote with wooden handles. It’s woven with natural palm straw. With low stock, you’ll need to snap this straw beauty up quick!
You’ll find tonnes of basket bags on Amazon. We like the Jayaventura natural tote ($171), the Epsion hobo tote ($135) and this Jollque straw beach bag with a top handle and tassle ($27). Want to go a different route? Babana jelly bags ($17 each) in 15 bright colours offer a fun twist on the traditional straw basket bag.
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