Straw Studios helps us embrace the warmer weather ahead with this Alexandria bucket bag.

Straw Studios tends to created structured handbags, so I was surprised to see it delivering something much softer and slouchier. Personally I think this profile makes the Alexandria seem more ...

With this Ceyla Hobo, Salvatore Ferragamo proves Bottega Veneta isn't the only fashion house with a way with weaves.

It's been a long time since I've seen a woven finish as striking as this one. Salvatore Ferragamo has manipulated leather strips of various lengths to create ...

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 ...

Nancy Gonzalez adds python to her signature crocodile skin with the aim of offering twice the luxury and twice the looks. However, sadly this tote somehow ends up being less than the sum of its parts.

I really can't fault the exotic ...

When Lara Stephenson began to dig around her family tree, it's unlikely she expected an accessories range would come from it. But that's exactly what led the designer to launch Ann & Arayata.

The label shares the middle names of Lara and her late mother ...

It's got a silly name, but this Belly Bag from Bottega Veneta oozes sophisticated style.

The cute moniker perhaps stems from this hobo's softly rounded shape. If we use our imaginations I suppose we could see it like the portly tummy of a jolly old man. ...

Kimberly Hartman brings the craftsmanship of Asian artisans to the western world with her accessories label JADEtribe.

The Texan born designer developed the label in 2009, after she spent time traveling the globe. Inspired by the creative pieces she saw on her journey, she began to collaborate with craftspeople ...

Big Buddha's created a stylish handbag for the season with this Chloe satchel.

This is one of those special bags that appears much richer than it really is. The luxurious look comes from the zigzag weave, which elegantly dresses up the purse's synthetic body. The stitches ...

Elegant woven accents help to separate this Jill Tote from Badgley Mischka from the rest of the pack.

We've seen so many bags like this before, with their gleaming turn-lock closures and ladylike structured silhouettes. I like them all, but they tend to get a bit ...

Balenciaga's never been one of my favorite fashion houses. The familiar hardware and styling of its iconic City, Work, and Weekender bags never really grabbed me, and it seemed the label was resting on its laurels. But then I met the Carreaux, and all my reservations melted ...

The always affordable Melie Bianco serves up an alternative to high class woven satchels with this Sydney bag.

The Sydney obviously takes its cues from Bottega Veneta and other high end designer labels, although its weave is much wider than the ones these fashion houses employ. ...

Jessica McClintock shakes up the traditional frame purse with this modern Weave Stone clutch.

I really love the nubbly texture of the wide woven fabric. In black the effect of the interlocking material is subtle, but when you look at it up close you ...

Harveys brings some feminine flair to its famous woven seatbelts line with this Lily Rose purse.

We've seen Harveys woven seatbelt designs before, and in many ways this is more of the same. However its rosette detail gives this bag some real personality. The ...

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 ...

No one does woven leather like Bottega Veneta. I know that just sounds like my opinion, but I'm pretty sure it's a documented fact. This great Intrecciato tote is proof.

This is one of the most interesting woven bags I've ever seen. The strips of leather that compose the ...

Botkier takes woven leather in an innovative new direction with this Kasper hobo handbag.

Delicate stripes of woven leather help to dress up this traditionally shaped hobo bag. The weave is open and relaxed, allowing the silvery metal underneath to shine through. We've seen metal up front and ...

Some girls are too guarded to wear their heart on their sleeve, but they can wear it across their body with this cute heart shaped purse from The SAK.

This woven purse looks like it's made of wool but it's actually crafted from polypropylene, a durable ...

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. ...

Emilio Pucci is one of those iconic designers that I've always respected for sticking to his own guns, design wise. Unfortunately, this embroidered cotton bag represents a departure from Pucci's usual style, and not in a way I particularly admire.

Actually, there's nothing really wrong with ...

Elliott Lucca shows we don't have to spend a fortune to enjoy a luxurious leather weave with this Millana bucket bag.

I'm smitten with the stormy blue colors of this woven surface. It's almost like a tie-dye, but without the hippie dippy vibe. The ...

Valentino has created the perfect warm weather purse with this Flower-Appliqued Raffia Clutch.

This really is a pretty purse, with its soft pastel flowers and natural toned raffia. By using appliqué rather than a print, Valentino has given its garden some real texture and drama. The ...

The SAK embraces its feminine side with this Floral satchel.

It looks like woven wool from a distance, but the Flora is actually made from a high-tech fiber called polypropylene. It's a strong material often used to create carpets and ropes. It doesn't look quite so ...

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 ...

Straw Studios abandons its typical straw for stronger cornhusk to create this Heidi tote.

Natural fibers are notoriously brittle, but cornhusk is marginally tougher than straw or raffia. It also doesn't mind being wet, so the Heidi is a great option for the beach or pool. ...

Stella McCartney is one of those designers I can't help admiring, despite not always being impressed by her line. Her commitment to cruelty free design is admirable. But just as I invariably crave meat while eating a vegetarian dish, I mostly find myself ...

Sondra Roberts embraces summer with this Cut-Out Tote from her SR Squared line.

The combination of natural toned woven raffia and poppy blue synthetic trim is perfect for warm weather use. It's cute and casual, the kind of look that's made for pairing with cut-off shorts ...

Sara Berman gives the traditional woven handbag some feminine flair with this Bo Rose Carry-All Satchel.

This is a very traditionally styled satchel, but its woven finish and rose appliqué make it a bit more interesting. However I'm just not sure whether those design ...

With the Eugenia, Rafe's created a clutch that doesn't need to wait until after five to make an appearance.

This is one purse that reminds us that an accessory doesn't need studs and sequins for texture. Instead Rafe uses a range of snake embossed finishes artfully pleated and ...

Oryany serves up a classic summer tote with the Drew.

Its woven finish in natural toned raffia is a warm weather staple, but the Drew looks much more elegant than many summery purses do. Oryany uses conservative brown leather to trim the tote, rather than a ...

Enjoy the good karma that comes with carrying a green bag like this Karma Tote from O'Neill this summer.

The Karma is just the kind of purse that makes me thrilled the warmer weather is here. You could never get away with its casual woven straw body during ...

I have a bit of a love-hate relationship with Nahui Ollin. I can't help respecting the way she turns old candy wrappers into wearable pieces of art. Her traditional way of weaving the wrappers has created so many eco-conscious copycats. But on the other hand, her ...

Totes don't come much cuter or quirkier than this Cloudberry bag from Mad Imports.

The little tufts of woven raffia which dot the Cloudberry's body make this purse a textural marvel. These little nodules won't be to everyone's tastes, but nothing with personality ever is. Personally ...

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 ...

Have you planned your summer vacation yet? If you're a Gucci fan you may want to spend some time in Cancun. The coastal location is the only place you'll find the Italian luxury label's new limited edition tote and matching wallet.

The gray woven tote is dressed ...

DKNY's fashionable affordability makes the line popular with fashionistas all over the world. This chic boho basketweave shoulder bag is a great everyday choice for a woman with attention-getting style.

The medium brown leather of the bag is perfectly neutral. Frankly, the material is a little too middle ...

Jessica Jensen's woven handbags aren't as renowned as Bottega Veneta's, but with this convertible tote she reminds us why they're worth a look.

I've never really been a fan of brown bags, but the wide purple and white racing stripe running down the center of this ...

SURevolution has released a limited edition collection of Mochila bags to celebrate summer. The woven tribal style purses, which are amply proportioned at 12 x 9 x 9 inches, are perfect for the festival season!

Each bag is handcrafted by women from the Wayuu tribe, a people ...

Woven leather is a high end designer trademark, but you needn't spend the big bucks to enjoy this look. J. Furmani replicates this luxury staple with this more affordable woven metallic clutch.

OK, so no one's going to mistake this purse for a Bottega ...

The Russel has a masculine name, but this Hype satchel is a real lady.

The Russel manages to interpret the feminine structured bags of the 50s on a much larger scale. Our eyes are instantly drawn to the front panel with its even diamond weave, but this isn't ...

Once upon a time every Harveys bag looked kind of the same. The sizes changed, but essentially they were the same old woven seatbelt bags. So I'm thrilled to see Harveys branching out a little with more recent designs like the Stella.

Harveys still uses its durable seatbelts ...

Ghibli takes the road less traveled with this Woven Python Satchel.

When I first saw this bag two thoughts entered my head: "It's very pink" and "It's very woven." These aren't qualities I've ever desired in a python bag, and after seeing this satchel I've learned ...

Get your hands on some interesting yet classic design with this gorgeous leatherette purse.

The Kane satchel is, at first glance, quite a traditional creation. It has everything you would expect from a satchel, from the exterior pocket, to the large front flap, to the handy multiple carrying options that come in the ...

I've heard of green companies recycling plastic shopping bags to create new materials, but after seeing this Kaleidoscopic clutch I wonder why they bother! Workers in the Cambodian town of Kampot show us you don't need such exhaustive processes to create green purses from ...

Just like the soulful singer that shares its name, this Elliott Lucca Adele clutch is a real hit.

The Adele is the sort of purse that you could happily carry anywhere, and it'd never look out of place. The turnlock clasp and flap over design are ...

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 ...

Accessories don't come much tougher than these wallets from Ragged Edge. They're handmade in Virginia from carbon fiber sailcloth, an industrial grade fabric that's virtually indestructible.

The nylon material has a fibrous bond woven through that's stronger than steel. That's a real blessing for anyone who's hard ...

Diane von Furstenberg serves up a textural feast with this Kelli hobo.

A woven center panel works with the Kelli's gently ruched body to create a casually cool silhouette. It's modern but not trend-conscious, so you needn't worry about the Kelli dating quickly.

I really love the way the textures emphasize the buttery ...

Is it just me, or does this Foley + Corinna tote look a whole lot like a Transformer, or maybe something from the film Predator? There is definitely a sci-fi interpretation or two in that contrasting patterned leather exterior!

OK, so my inability to see ...

Kate Spade is starting to make a move away from her retro inspired bags. The newer creations still use retro materials, but with a bit of a modern "twist".

What we have before us today is a purse that is constructed from wicker, but rather than taking ...