Women in Antibes, Monaco, and Bodrum Always Wear This Designer-Approved Summer Handbag Trend—These 13 are the Very Best to Buy
Every summer, I find myself reaching for the same type of handbag: a beautiful designer raffia bag. Whether I'm strolling through a seaside town in the South of France, heading to lunch in Taormina, or packing for a beach resort vacation, it always feels like the perfect finishing touch to a warm-weather outfit. There's something about the natural texture and effortless elegance of raffia that instantly makes any outfit look more polished without trying too hard.
Now that summer vacations are on the horizon, designer raffia bags are everywhere again. From Antibes to Monaco to Bodrum, stylish fashion insiders are carrying woven totes, shoulder bags, and basket-inspired silhouettes that are equally parts stylish and timeless.
Contrary to popular belief, a designer raffia bag works just as well in the daytime as it does at night, Just pair with a simple linen dress and swimwear when you're heading to your favorite beach club—and, at night, grab your favorite designer raffia bag to wear with a breezy mini dress or tailored separates. Clearly, it's a no-brainer when you have limited packing space and so many favorite handbags to bring. The choice is obvious—pick the versatile, designer raffia bag.
Ahead, I've rounded up the very best styles worth adding to your warm-weather wardrobe. Happy shopping!
Shop the Best Luxury Raffia Bags
Jacquemus The Soli Basket
This Jacquemus oversize raffia bag is a summer staple for the reason. The bag has gone viral several times over, with fashion people flocking to wear the iconic bag on their beach vacations, year after year,
By Malene Birger Mirabell Straw Tote
If you're looking for a untraditional raffia bag, look no further. This all-black, understated option from By Malene Birger checks all the boxes.
Prada Crotchet Tote Bag
Looking for an easy, packable designer raffia bag? This slouchy Prada tote is perfect for throwing in your suitcase ahead of summer travels to Ibiza, Corsica, or Taormina. An unstructured, not too-stiff design makes it perfect to take with you and not worry about being too precious with it.
Miu Miu Ivy Raffia-Effect and Linen Bag
For the LES fashion people looking to replace their leather spring tote with a similar style in a fresh new material, your time has come. This low-slung Miu Miu tote is a favorite amongst the Gen Z style set complete with a wide opening to throw in a copy of The Bell Jar and a reusable water bottle.
Celine Medium Louise Bucket Bag
Celine can do no wrong in our eyes. The brand's elevated take on a designer raffia bag is coming in hot with this leather and raffia bucket bag design that's equal parts summery as it is chic. It's perfect for lounging at a beach club, sipping a spritz in St. Tropez, or anything in between. Plus, the hardware on this pick transforms it from something casual into a raffia bag you can wear out at night.
Khaite Billie Small Leather-Trimmed Raffia Bucket Bag
Looking for a smaller bucket bag than the one mentioned above? Khaite's elongated bucket raffia bag is so chic to throw around your shoulder to transport a cool bottle of artisanal orange wine to your summer picnics.
Jimmy Choo Skylar Clutch
For an after-hours take on the classic summer staple, this Jimmy Choo clutch raffia bag is ideal. Traditionally, raffia bags are reserved for daytime, warm-weather outfits, but outfit rules don't exist when you're OOO. This simple raffia clutch works just as well at a beach club as it would an al fresco late-night dinner.
Loewe Raffia Small Square Basket Tote Bag
Loewe raffia bags are classics for a reason. Nearly everyone has owned a version of this Mediterranean coast staple over the years, but this square verison by far is the chicest.
Anine Bing Lili Tote
Looking to invest in a designer raffia bag without spending an arm and leg? This Anine Bing option is the perfect one for you. The oversize, slouchy silhouette rolls in at the fraction of the cost of other luxury bags on this list, making it the ideal alt for an entry-level price point.
Loewe x Paula's Ibiza Eclipse Raffia Shoulder Bag
Loewe's collaboration with the former iconic boutique, Paula's Ibiza, always promises a great take on the simple raffia bag. The yearly summer capsule always promises a collection of fresh, resort-ready items, but the raffia bags from the capsule are always number one in our books.
Fendi Mamma Baguette Medium
Natural-colored fibers not your thing? For those seeking a fun, personality-driven colorful raffia bag, this oversize Fendi baguette is perfect.
Miu Miu Crochet Mesh Pouch
Looking for a small raffia bag to hold your lip gloss, a card holder, and a stick of gum? This extra, teensie tiny micro bag from Miu Miu will be everywhere this summer.
Khaite Simona Raffia Shoulder Bag
Last on our list, this stunning raffia shoulder bag, courtsey of Khaite. The brand's beloved silhouette, the Simona, comes in this summery material ahead of the summer.
