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The Best Straw Bags To Channel Your Inner French Girl

by Laura Lajiness Kaupke

No bag is as quintessentially summer as one made of straw. From baskets à la Jane Birkin to artisanal raffia to neatly woven wicker, the warm-weather accessory is a fashion-girl favorite, not to mention a French-girl signature—and we’re all about channeling your inner Parisian whenever possible. Last year, the style set clamored over every straw shape and size with a notable turn toward more fashion-forward iterations. To prime you for another season devoted to the darling handbag, we’ve assembled an edit of 15 styles for every sensibility and budget. Let one of these options serve as your go-to all season long.

The Haute Pursuit

Straw Bags For Summer

This square top-handle is too cute and less than $50!

A cylinder silhouette is delightfully unexpected.

A two-tone tote is summer's answer to the carryall.

Channel your inner Jane Birkin with this adorable basket.

A tiny top-handle is the perfect swap for a clutch.

Minimalists, meet your perfect straw match.

What's cuter than a honey-pot silhouette?

These black and white details are très Parisian.

A grab-bag handle and bucket shape reads fresh and modern.

Structured wicker appears simple and sleek.

We love this porcelain charm as an extra-special touch.

It doesn't get more unique than this handwoven straw tote with circular detailing.

This drawstring style oozes summer vibes.

Resin top handles lend polish.

Never has raffia appeared so pristine.