Celebrity Style
Apr 20, 2022

Alexa Chung Just Proved This Affordable French-Girl Bag Trend Will Never Die

by Erin Fitzpatrick

Straw, wicker, rattan, basket, raffia, jute—whatever you call it, one thing's for sure: It's the summer bag trend that will never die. It's not often that a specific seasonal look has real longevity, but it's certainly true when it comes to straw bags. Alexa Chung recently proved just that when she stepped out in New York City this week with a cute basket bag, which is a trend she's personally been wearing for well over a decade.

There are so many shapes and sizes to choose from that the options can seem overwhelming, but I took great care in rounding up the absolute best versions to consider investing in for summer 2022. Scroll down to shop my favorite wicker and straw bags, inspired by both Alexa Chung and the original aficionado, Jane Birkin.

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On Alexa Chung: Chanel bag

best straw bags for summer

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On Alexa Chung: Celine Triomphe 01 Sunglasses ($510); Gucci boots

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Mango Braided Baguette Bag

Braided Baguette Bag

This is one of my favorite braided bags on the market right now.

Vince Camuto Sloane Straw Bucket Bag

Sloane Straw Bucket Bag

This is definitely giving me Jane Birkin vibes.

Zara Rigid Mini Bag

Thank you, Zara, for this absolute gem.

Mango Mini Shopper Bag

Mini Shopper Bag

This petite bag is so cute.

Mango Double Strap Basket Bag

Double Strap Basket Bag

This is such a classic style.

H&M Straw Weekend Bag

Straw Weekend Bag

The perfect beach bag.

Serpui Marie Bonnie Bag

I'm fully obsessed with this bamboo handle.

Louis Vuitton OntheGo GM Raffia Bag

OntheGo GM Raffia Bag

Louis Vuitton's version of the trend is incredibly chic, as expected.

Mehry Mu Terra Mini Tote With Beads

Terra Mini Tote With Beads

This beautiful raffia tote is handmade.

Zara Rattan Box-Shaped Bag

Rattan Box-Shaped Bag

Another winner from Zara.

Mango Jute Shopper Bag

Jute Shopper Bag

Tropical vacation, here I come.

Mango Raffia Baguette Handbag

Raffia Baguette Handbag

Don't forget: Not all raffia totes are tan colored.

Mango Raffia Shopper Bag

Raffia Shopper Bag

This would also make for an excellent grocery tote.

Mango Raffia Shopper Bag

Raffia Shopper Bag

The same Mango bag also comes in this super-cute shade of pink.

BTB Los Angeles Jules Straw Tote

BTB Los Angeles

Jules Straw Tote

Yes, you can wear straw bags all year long.

Zara Beaded Box Bag

How cute is this beaded handle?

Topshop Paper Straw Tote Bag

Paper Straw Tote Bag

This would be so fun to wear with a colorful sundress.

H&M Straw Shoulder Bag

Straw Shoulder Bag

This $35 price tag is really tempting me right now.

Tory Burch Ella Mini Straw Basket Bag

Ella Mini Straw Basket Bag

Tory Burch is as popular as ever.

Cult Gaia Sybil Rattan Crossbody Satchel

Sybil Rattan Crossbody Satchel

Cult Gaia certainly knows how to design a covetable It bag.

Zara Rigid Crossbody Bag

Rigid Crossbody Bag

This one looks way more expensive than $50.

Mango Raffia Crossbody Bag

Raffia Crossbody Bag

Another fantastic under-$100 option from Mango.