By Gracia Phang - published
Synonymous with vacations, beach days, and an overall feeling of ease and free-spiritedness, raffia bags have long evolved from simply being a go-to summer bag. Like trusty denims and classic trench coats, raffia bags have become a wardrobe staple of sorts, with luxury houses constantly reinventing them through the years.
This season, these woven beauties have taken a more refined and sophisticated approach. From beach bars to brunch, from the office to dinner at the buzziest restaurant in town, wear yours with a tank top, wide-legged denims and sandals for that easy boho vibe, or go for a smart casual look with a tailored linen pant-suit.
Ahead, our favourite raffia bags of the season.
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1. Goldentime Medium Embellished Leather-trimmed Raffia Tote, about $704, Zimmermann at Net-a-Porter
Classy and elegant; imagine this styled with a billowy white dress and sandals on a girls’ day out, or even with leather trousers and a crisp white button-down on a chilly city vacay. The contrasting strands of black and natural-coloured raffia create a artsy speckled effect, while the soft leather straps and gold-tone hardware set the tone for a sophisticated number.
2. Amun Shoulder Bag, $710, Cult Gaia
Cult Gaia’s Amun shoulder bag is crafted of braided raffia and trimmed with leather at the armholes. While this may not fit your beach towel, its playful round design will fit all the compliments you will get when you carry it.
3. Tampa Mini Bag, about $1,026, Isabel Marant
Known for its Parisian boho-chic flair, Isabel Marant sure knows her way around woven bags. While keeping to the classic raffia beach tote shape, the Tampa bag has been updated with leather straps and trimmings for that touch of city.
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4. Small Punch Hole Basket in Raffia and Calfskin, $2,450, Loewe
It was 2018 when Jonathan Anderson transformed the humble raffia tote into one of the most sought-after fashion bags. Fast forward to today, and Loewe’s straw bags are still in demand, and the Small Punch Hole basket is an update you need. As its name suggests, its leather straps have holes that make it adjustable for your various needs—longer as a shoulder bag, or shorter as a hand-carry.
5. Medium Olivia Hobo, about $2,815, Khaite
With its slouchy silhouette and open-top with a single ribbon-tie closure that can be easily collapsed, the Olivia Hobo bag is a lightweight and stylish bag that can be easily brought as an additional bag in your luggage. Now, that chic day-out bag on vacations is settled!
6. Valentino Garavani Raffia Shopping Bag, $2,920, Valentino Garavani
Reminiscent of a weekend escape to a favourite beach resort or a memorable vacay to a charming seaside town, Valentino’s vividly-hued raffia shopping bag is your throw-everything-and-go carryall that will bring happy vibes just by looking at it.
7. Summer Banana Hobo Bag in Raffia, $2,990, Chloé
Crafted of natural raffia in a curved shape, and anchored with a leather handle, this Chloé number fits perfectly on the shoulders and under the arms, making for a seamless transition from carrying by hand to shoulder without compromising on style.
8. Marina Shopper Bag in Striped Techno Cotton Raffia, $3,400, Brunello Cucinelli
Now here’s an innovative one. Made of techno cotton raffia, which is a combination of cotton and synthetic thread, the Marina Shopper bag still evokes the spirit of summer and keeps to the soft yet structured feel of natural raffia.
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9. T Timeless Shopping Bag in Raffia and Leather Medium, $4,880, Tod’s
Trusted for its quality and practicality, Tod’s has come through with a artisanal version of the classic T Timeless Shopping bag. Roomy enough for your everyday essentials, the tote has soft leather handles that rest comfortably on your shoulders through the day.
10. Sardine Bag, $9,380, Bottega Veneta
This Bottega Veneta Sardine bag is a piece of art, made for those who appreciate the tiny details, intricate elements and craftmanship. The crochet design reflects the flow of water, and the bag is lined with lambskin while its metallic handle is handcrafted by artisans and bears engraved markings. If one-of-a-kind pieces are your thing, look no further.
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