It's Basket-Bag Season, and This Premium-Looking Style Is All I Can Think About

DeMellier is known for its high-end looking bags that fashion insiders rely on, and this summer it's all about the Santorini.

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There are a few things that signify the arrival of summer. The evenings are lighter, the flowers are in full bloom and basket bags make their annual return. As somewhat of a handbag collector I've seen my fair share of bags, but the one that has my full attention right now is DeMellier's Santorini basket bag.

Woman wears cardigan, white t-shirt, striped trousers and sandals

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By now we're all well aware of DeMellier's prowess in the handbag sphere. From the iconic New York tote to the reliable Tokyo, the brand consistently designs elegant, timeless accessories that are set to last within our wardrobes. The refined aesthetic seen throughout the collections is continued in the Santorini.

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A classic handwoven style that becomes the ideal companion come spring, summer and even autumn, it has a smart, eye-catching and incredibly chic leather detail. Not only do the leather straps work to support the delicate hand-crafted raffia weave, but they add elevation too, with a smooth finish that makes the bag incredibly versatile for all occasions; it pairs just as well with a floaty dress on a far-flung island holiday as it does light linen tailoring for work.

DeMellier has considered that we all have different preferences when it comes to forever pieces. The Santorini is offered in an array of colours and two sizes—regular and maxi—to suit the wearer to a tee. Below, see how fashion people are styling their Santorini bags, and explore the various options available.

1. THE SANTORINI

Woman standing wears black dress, white sandals, carries basket bag

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Style Notes: What's so brilliant about the design is that it is maintained throughout the sizes. The mid-sized Santorini features the same intricate handcrafted weave and smooth leather details in a regular silhouette for all occasions. Stock it with beachside essentials, picnic wares or office necessities as you please.

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3. THE MAXI SANTORINI

Woman on street wears black sweatshirt, blue shorts, black sandals, carries basket bag

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Style Notes: Overpackers, rejoice! DeMellier's Santorini comes in a maxi silhouette to stow away the essentials as well as those "I'll bring it just in case" items that we pre-planners always throw in at the last minute. The extra room is seamlessly integrated into the structure so the bag can still be worn on the arm, in the hand or over the shoulder.

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Florrie Alexander
Florrie Alexander
Shopping Editor

Florrie embarked on her fashion journey whilst studying in Aix-en-Provence, she began to write her dissertation on the history of fashion and landed her first role at Harper’s Bazaar. Following this, she interned for various publications including Elle, Grazia and Marie Claire before joining the fashion team at Conde Nast Traveller. There, she contributed to international photoshoots, styled pages and covers, and produced engaging digital content. Over eight years of fashion industry experience, Florrie has honed her skills from styling e-commerce photoshoots to personal shopping. Florrie first joined Who What Wear UK as a freelancer before becoming the Commerce Writer. Now, as the Shopping Editor, she monitors current trends, new-in styles, wardrobe heroes and how best to style them.

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