With May on the horizon, you know what time it is—it is time to start shopping for the warm-weather months! For us, that means visions of bright, bold colors, designer-logoed bathing suits, light cotton poplins, straw hats, and, of course, raffia bags dancing in our heads!
From shoes and hats to handbags and more, raffia remains one of the biggest summer trends to recur seasonally, and year after year, we are just as obsessed!
While our favorite luxury designers continue to delight us with a stunning array of novelty bags for summer, not all of us can drop serious cash on a bag we won’t use all that often.
If you’re like me and live in a cold-weather climate, it can be hard to justify a bag that you can only use from June to September, which is why I’ve taken the liberty of poring through the season’s newest raffia bags to bring you my six favorites, all under $600!
Let’s take a look!
Coach Kisslock Frame Bag 27
A nod to the Bonnie Cashin era, the Coach Kisslock continues its meteoric resurgence, and we are so here for it. I am obsessed with the summer hues on this novelty version of the fan-favorite kisslock!
Tory Burch Romy Woven Hobo Bag
I often get asked for recommendations on a stylish, good-quality bag that won’t break the bank, and it’s either the Coach Brooklyn or the Tory Burch Romy Hobo that I recommend. I love the clean, sleek silhouette of the Romy, and it’s just as chic in seasonal raffia!
STAUD Christos Raffia Mini Bag
Staud wins the contemporary handbag game every time, and this bag is the perfect size for both the beach and the city. It’s big enough to fit a book, which is a must for me in a good summer bag!
Jacquemus Le Petite Crochet Raffia Bag
Simon Porte Jacquemus continues to operate on a planet all his own, and the maxi version of this bag lives in my head rent-free. Still, the petite version is not only accessible in price but also more practical for daily use in the summer!
Simon Miller Mercado Tote
She’s cute and giving serious vacation vibes! Plus, there’s a crossbody strap for added functionality, which is perfect for when your imaginary yacht docks for a day of shopping in Saint-Tropez.
Marni Flat Pochette
If you’re looking to fill your day-to-day life with vacation vibes, this daily carry will do the trick. I love the color-blocking on this one!
Some of these are really nice!