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By Laura Jackson and Henrik Lischke
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Anyone with an iota of fashion knowledge will attest to the fact that the Birkin is one of the world’s most desired bags. But what about the other Birkin bag? The woven basket is just as synonymous with the late Jane Birkin as the luxury Hermès bag named after her. It’s thanks to the style icon that said carry-all is synonymous with a) the French-girl aesthetic we all know and love and b) summertime style. This season, however, the best raffia bags are not confined to the classic basket shape. From slouchy beach totes to minimal mini bags, there’s a style to suit every taste. Summer may not be over yet, but raffia is a season star well into fall and beyond.
If last summer was dominated by the Prada raffia tote, let us now introduce you to Tory Burch’s version. Hand-crocheted and roomy enough to store all your essentials, the brand’s Ella tote is ideal for every day or even a weekend getaway or two. Like Birkin’s classic basket bag, DeMellier’s Santorini tote is a welcome upgrade. Style the staple with a breezy linen button-up or a delightful day dress for the ultimate quiet luxury look. Gucci has reimagined their iconic Horsebit 1995 crossbody bag this season—and this time, it’s adorned in raffia, of course. Also on our summer most-wanted list is Loewe’s leather-trimmed raffia tote. Regardless if you’re headed to the beach or not, this is one chic carryall to cart all summer. And the It Item of them all? Saint Laurent’s mini raffia shoulder bag, whose fans are celebrities and fashion girls alike.
Other notable natural mentions go to Khaite’s Amelia tote, Bottega Veneta’s shoulder bag, and Proenza Schouler White Label’s anything-but-basic black bag. While the classic shapes are always appreciated, asymmetrical styles from Ines Bressand, Hereu, Alaïa, and Clare V are delightfully designed. And because no raffia roundup could be complete without Paco Rabanne, their disc-chain shoulder bag is the style of the season.
Below, find our edit of the very best raffia bags to shop this summer (and beyond). PS: They aren’t just reserved for beach days.
Loewe x Paula's Ibiza woven basket bag
Poolside Josie raffia knot bag
Dom raffia and leather-trim basket bag
Elleme Dimple raffia and leather shoulder bag
Proenza Schouler White Label Sullivan raffia bag
Saint Laurent Le 5 à 7 mini faux-raffia shoulder bag
Tory Burch Ella raffia tote
Roger Vivier Viv’ skate strass buckle small shopping bag
Hereu Castell leather and raffia tote bag
small Voyou basket bag in raffia
Anine Bing large Rio tote
Hat Attack Luxe stripe tote
Ulla Johnson Mallorca day basket tote bag
Saint Laurent leather-trimmed raffia shoulder bag
Hunting Season small leather-trimmed raffia tote
Marni embroidered-logo basket tote bag
Cult Gaia Jerrica straw tote bag
Massimo Dutti mini woven basket bag
Studio 189 Simona raffia tote bag
Sensi Studio Baby ombré leather-trimmed raffia basket bag
Johanna Ortiz leather-trimmed raffia tote
Valentino Garavani VLOGO small raffia top-handle bag
Khaite Amelia medium raffia and leather tote
Stay Bahia raffia tote bag
Cos mini raffia shoulder bag
Alaïa Khaima leather-trim raffia basket bag
Pot de Lamb woven bag
Abby striped woven basket bag
Isabel Marant Cadix mini leather-trimmed raffia tote
J.Crew woven straw market bag
Proenza Schouler White Label Minetta raffia shoulder bag
Paco Rabanne Disc raffia chain shoulder bag
Savannah bamboo-handle raffia bucket bag
Chloé Sense leather-trimmed raffia tote
Sensi Studio mini pull-through raffia bag
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