Roberto Cavalli takes its signature luxury looks to the beach with this Python Printed Canvas and Straw tote.

This handbag looks opulent from a distance, but it's cleverly made to survive those harsh coastal conditions. Its natural woven straw body gives this tote a classic summer ...

Giani Bernini dresses up the traditional woven straw purse with this sophisticated Dreamstraw.

The name seems to suggest that this handbag is all our woven straw dreams come true. That could be overstating the point, but I do appreciate what Giani Bernini's done with this accessory ...

Summer might be slipping away, but Franchi lets us hang onto the season just a little longer with this Camille clutch.

Ordinarily straw is reserved for casual day bags, but the natural fiber is given an up-market makeover here. Woven straw panels add texture to the sides of ...

Felix Rey embraces its silly side with this fun Cockatoo Basket tote.

It goes without saying that this bag isn't for everybody. Its woven straw body is one we've seen many times before this summer, but its sequined cockatoo accent makes it much more fun. That ...

Elaine Turner takes us back to the beach with this woven April tote bag.

I've seen many woven tote bags in my time, including several from the Elaine Turner stable, but none quite like this. The external pockets give it a striking structure which I find ...

The fashion world may be looking ahead to winter, but Kate Spade reminds us that we haven't seen the last of summer yet with this Lawn Party purse.

The Lawn Party strikes the balance between Kate Spade's conservative side and her more whimsical nature. ...

Sun N' Sand offers a playful alternative to all those natural toned woven summer bags with this multicolored straw tote.

Rather than the classic beige toned straw, Sun N' Sand has colored its natural fiber with every hue of the rainbow. Strands ...

Nancy Gonzalez delivers another enviable piece of arm candy with this Panama Knotted Satchel.

The South American designer has mixed things up a bit here, tying strips of her favorite Caimun fuscus crocodile in knots to create an exotic kind of net. This luxurious black skin ...

In the hands of the right designer, even the most unlikely accent can become desirable. This Barnett Cicada clutch by Kotur is a case in point. Who ever would have thought the most annoying of summer insects could be given such a glamorous makeover?

This cicada ...

Is it just me, or is Juicy Couture getting more tasteful by the day?

The Sunday Straw clutch doesn't look like a traditional Juicy Couture handbag. There is no velour, no pink. There are no diamanté gems! Instead, the chosen color scheme is cream and tan, perfect for coordinating with ...

Echo gets us ready for summer with this Paperstraw tote.

One look at this tote reminds us that this is a different animal from the designer totes you'd spot on the high street. Its woven paperstraw body is laidback and its blue plastic trim cheap and cheerful. Some ...

I am slowly establishing the fact that Michael Stars likes to produce handbags that are textually interesting.

What hinted this to me? Well, where to start? I could talk about the tightly woven and summery soft straw body. Alternatively, I could point to the cross-hatch upper layer, ...

Magid gets us in the mood for summer with this Clear Cane Clutch.

What I like most about summer is the season's relaxed attitude. It's a time when anything goes, and you can comfortably carry a cheap and cheerful clutch like this without worrying about looking ...

Elaine Turner clearly thought that her Bianca clutch was good enough to produce a second version, but rather than sticking with the way it was before, she has revamped it. Gone is the exotic exterior, replaced instead with a basket-weave body.

By changing the materials, the ...

It is always strange to see a Timmy Woods bags that isn't a novelty, and even more so to see one that is affordable too!

Priced at just $65, the Garbo clutch is definitely at the affordable end of the handbag market. However, this doesn't mean that it ...

Magid dresses up its signature woven straw finish with this Herringbone tote.

Herringbone is one of those patterns that always looks elegant. Some may accuse it of being stuffy, but it works well here to make the traditionally casual straw surface seem more refined. The combination of natural ...

Get a jump-start on summer with this colorful Magid cross-body.

Straw is always a summery choice for a handbag. So is crochet. Combine the two and you end up with a super casual and fun crocheted straw purse, perfect for pairing with sandals and pretty cotton dresses. If you ...

Eco-friendly accessories don't have to look like the handmade hemp purses that hippies sell at your local markets. Kayu creates stunning handbags with real green credentials.

I'm enamored with the Betty Black Lip clutch pictured, which is made using black lip shells, a byproduct ...

Straw and leather? It's not an obvious combination, but in this Straw Studios clutch it really works.

At first glance, you would never guess that this little handbag costs just $38. After all, you have a beautifully detailed straw body with a combination of tight weave and striping. Then you ...

I am getting used to seeing visually exciting bags from Serpui Marie. This little black straw clutch takes its signature material and makes it into something more than a little eastern inspired.

You could say, of course, that any raffia-esque bag is eastern inspired. However, the black lacquered effect on this particular beauty ...

If you need a spacious shopping bag with some designer oomph, then this Pura Lopez tote will no doubt appeal.

Available in a choice of traditional utilitarian styled canvas, or this cute textured straw, this handbag isn't about luxury events. Instead, it aims to give you a lot of interior space, in combination ...

When it comes to handbags that cost under $50, you don't often get a whole lot of quality design. However, I think that the Cosmopolitan is set to change all that, with its modern Eames-esque looks and surprising style.

So, what is special about this clutch? Well, the color for a start, a ...

Ah, yet another pretty summer straw clutch. Big Buddha is an expert in the area, and I think this is one of its classiest creations yet.

When something becomes fashionable it inevitably means that there are lots of different options available. This means that to stand out from the crowd you have to ...

With a name like the Cher I expected this Serpui Marie tote to be larger than life, just like the show business diva. What a shame it doesn't even come close.

There's nothing wrong with a classic bag of course, but this woven straw bag has little to inspire me. Its natural ...

It is rare that you see a minaudiere that isn't metallic, or shiny, or made out of some obscure hard substance. To see one made out of straw is even rarer.

Yet that is exactly what this Serpui Marie clutch is made of: straw. A delicate miniature weave of this glossy hot pink ...

Few fabrics say summer like straw. It might not last longer than a season or two, but bags made from this affordable woven fiber are perfect for stepping out in the sun.

While many labels dabble with the material, Magid is a straw specialist. Here it's taken the traditional flap purse made ...

Nothing says summer quite like straw. Oh, apart from beading! This Cappelli tote has both, and that is enough to make me wish I was heading to the beach!

There isn't much that is quiet and demure about this purse. The color jumps out at you right away, in a vivacious shade of hot ...

Big Buddha has given us a real bargain with this $14.89 straw clutch!

Straw clutches are everywhere this summer, and it is hard to turn a corner without seeing yet another version. To set this one apart from the crowd the designers have avoided the typical natural straw color, opting instead for a ...

As the weather warms up straw handbags are becoming hot property. But I have to wonder how many girls will want to own this garish Ginger satchel from Francesco Biasia.

I admire the risks taken here, but I'm not convinced by the results. The brightly dyed straw might stand out in a ...

The sun has arrived! Take heed handbag lovers, this season is going to be hot!

What better way to celebrate the arrival of baking hot days and sandy beaches than with a purse that suits the season perfectly? The Elaine Turner Summer clutch is named for the sun, and it has the ...

I have been searching for a casual straw clutch that doesn't go the route of employing a leather-esque trim for a few months now, and this Mar Y Sol clutch from Mad Imports is the closest candidate I have come across so far.

While most clutches try a formal and structured approach to straw, ...

You'll be beach ready with this casual Fernanda tote from Serpui Marie.

This straw tote oozes coastal cool with its tightly woven body and bright glossy trim. The tropical floral lining peeks out from the top, offering an unexpected splash of color.

The Fernanda's relaxed approach extends to its design. We don't need ...

I'm rarely a girl who judges a bag by its name, but with a moniker like Maria Candida it's hard not to. After all, who wants to carry a tote that sounds like a girl with a yeast infection?

It's a shame really, because this tote offers both style and substance. There's ...

Have you have your first BBQ of the year yet? Have you had your first picnic? If not then this Straw Studios basket bag may be the thing to convince you that summer really is worthy of outdoorsy celebration.

There is nothing quite like packing yourself a sandwich and maybe a bottle of ...

Get ready for some summer sun and frolics with this cute and affordable clutch from straw experts Magid.

The Leaves and Straw clutch isn't by any means Magid's first venture into the world of woven handbags and straw based creations. In fact, they are very accomplished at making attractive straw purses that combine ...

OK, so it is nearly spring. And that justifies me writing about a purse that it totally and utterly summery.

From the pale wooden frame to the raffia-esque woven body, the Tahiti is yet another beach-worthy purse from the affordable brand, Big Buddha. That woven body is actually made from a faux leather ...

Thought that once you'd seen one straw tote, you'd seen them all? Then feast your eyes on the Ingrid from Straw Studios.

Rather than the tightly woven weaves we're used to, Straw Studios opts for a more intricate design here. The straw is knotted and woven together to create a delicate pattern. ...

An intriguing mix of woven straw and patent leather makes the Ana from Badgley Mischka a real head-turner.

Straw bags tend to be casual beachside affairs, but the wide patent leather stripe which runs down the center of the Ana gives it a more modern, urban feel. The matching patent leather handles ...

The Samantha by Straw Studios is an everyday hobo for less.

Considering its brand name, the secret to the affordable price should come as no surprise. Paper straw might not be the most durable material around, but it is dirt cheap. It's also easy to color, so we can pick up the ...

Magid, an expert in producing lightweight summery bags using paper straw, has produced this nautical inspired straw tote.

The tote design is pretty basic, following the very typical shape found in summery totes and beach bags all year round. The tight weave makes sure it is pretty resilient, but even so this probably ...

The time of year for woven straw totes is nigh upon us. Although there are still plenty of people around the country dealing with ice and snow, spring, with its colorful fashion and lighter materials, is really not that far away.

This Magid Diamond Tote might not be full of vibrant, spring-ish colors, ...

If the deep dark winter nights are making you feel low, then you may need to start looking ahead to summer. Actually, forget that; you may need to pretend it is summer! This light straw-effect tote from Salvatore Ferragamo should help you do that in the classiest way possible.

Of course, spending over ...

I am always on the lookout for a brilliant little piece of handbag art, and this synthetic leather and straw clutch is one of my favorite recent finds.

A cute straw basket bag always goes down well in vintage and retro inspired circles. The effect is especially strong when you have a piece ...

Forzieri has produced a cool little handbag with this monochromatic Capaf wicker purse.

The shape, first off, is exciting. Square and chunky, this purse is reminiscent of vintage styling and 60s fashion, all interspersed with memories of picnic baskets and childhood days out. If the nostalgia hasn't sold it to you already, Forzieri brings it ...

This fun shopper shows us that tie-dyed fabrics don't have to look like hippie throwbacks. By keeping things subtle, Magid brings boho style that isn't stuck in the 60s.

The easy breezy look is accentuated by the paper straw finish. It's tightly woven for a little extra strength, but I still don't ...

Whilst autumn/winter trends may be here for the foreseeable future, I thought one last homage to good old summer was due. This vintage picnic basket is just the sort of fun yet functional summer item that makes those sunny days as fun as possible.

Built in typical retro straw bag style, this Goodhope tote ...

One of the best ways to get a top-end designer handbag with a twist is to choose a handbag crafted from unusual yet economical materials. Straw bags are a great idea for this, as the material is cheap yet the designs are very ... well ... designer!

If the vintage style classy straw bag ...

This spacious tote from little known designer, Magid, shows how vintage straw can be combined with patent leather to great effect.

The deep black patent leather works as a contrasting trim to the surprisingly soft camel straw, effortlessly melding the traditional and the modern in one foul swoop. Whilst the handles are a little short ...

Sun N' Sand knows a thing or two about summer fashions. Its accessories will never suit the red carpet or the inner city jungle, but they're ideal for outdoor picnics, trips to the pool, and beach barbecues on balmy summer nights.

Some may complain about that lack of versatility, but when it ...

The Greek island of Santorini is well-known for its beautiful weather and gorgeous surroundings. Well, most of us can't make it there for a summer vacation, but we can at least get a little piece of Greece from this fashionable Big Buddha tote.

The Santorini handbag comes in a myriad of color options, but I happen to love ...