There's a lot to love about summer, but one of the more niche things is that anything goes when it comes to bags. This is the time of year when you'll see everything from raffia to crochet to braided leather to mesh and so on in a variety of colors and prints. That said, if you prefer classic options, you'll find plenty of those to choose from this season as well. The only problem is figuring out which one to buy, but I'm here to offer my assistance.
Given my fashion-editor profession, I've come across a plethora of great summer bags lately, so I created a very straightforward roundup of what I think are the best ones of summer 2025. There's a variety of trends, sizes, colors, and price points, so I feel confident you'll find at least one that speaks to you. Unfortunately for the indecisive side of me, they're all speaking to me. I apologize in advance if you're in the same boat.
Scroll to shop all of the beautiful bags.
If it's an elegant raffia bag you want, look no further.
Tory Burch does it again with the pierced hardware.
The Row's classic, beautifully woven raffia bag is no-frills, and that's why people are clamoring for it.
It also comes in cream, but the baby-blue crochet is really speaking to me.
An essential for all of those summer concerts and sporting events to come.
The Chanel 25 bag has quickly taken the fashion world by storm.
It's exceedingly rare to find a raffia Andiamo bag in stock—just saying.
Get it before it sells out. (Trust me—it will.)
I'll never get over how expensive Madewell's woven bags look.
Prada has so many great bags this season, but this is the one I can't stop thinking about.
The belt handle is so unique and elevated.
The perfect size for sticking in your vacation suitcase.
Don't let this trendy $25 cylinder bag sell out before snagging it.
This perfect timeless vacation tote is worth every penny.
This comes in several color options, but this is the one that'll go with everything.
No one does beaded bags like Staud—case in point.
A versatile summer investment bag you can dress up or down and wear day or night.
A summer bag roundup without more than one Miu Miu option would be a crime.
When two It-girl brands collide, beautiful things happen.
I think this one speaks for itself.
This structured raffia option is as elegant as summer bags get.
The belted-bag trend continues its popularity streak.
I hope you like compliments.
Our editors have been losing it over this structured Khaite bag.
I'm team chocolate-brown bags in the summer.
The prettiest bag color to pair with a summery white dress.
This is a raffia bag you can get away with wearing in the fall.
The folded fabric and sculptural hardware are so chic.
Of course, Dôen made the perfect raffia bag.
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