My love for straw summer bags has grown tremendously over the past few years. It all started with a market bag from MANGO similar to this one. And grew into a small but mighty collection of totes, basket bags, and clutches that I feel genuinely excited to bring back when the weather warms up!

If you’ve never carried a straw bag beyond the beach, this post might convince you. Brands have given them elegant upgrades in recent years. And the latest designs make great companions for everything from park picnics to summer date nights.

Today I’m sharing seven outfit ideas with straw bags for different summer occasions to show you just how versatile they are. Below the outfits, you’ll see all my picks for this year’s best natural handbags—I organized them by price point!

Best Straw Bags for Summer (And How to Style Them)

Outfit Details:
Demellier Clutch, Madewell Top and Skirt, Tory Burch Sandals (old, similar here and here), Ulla Johnson Earrings (old, similar here)

Straw Bags Outfit Inspiration

YELLOW DRESS / SUNGLASSES / LIP GLOSS / HOOPS / CLUTCH / HEEL

WHITE DRESS / HAT / SUNGLASSES / EARRINGS / TOTE BAG / SANDAL

TANK TOP / LIGHT WASH JEANS / STRIPED BUTTON UP / SUNGLASSES / CROSSBODY BAG / SANDAL

WHITE DRESS / SUNGLASSES / EARRINGS / SCARF / FOLDOVER BAG / SANDAL

WHITE TOP / WHITE PANTS / HAT / EARRINGS / SUNGLASSES / TOTE BAG / SANDAL

FLORAL TOP / WHITE PANTS / GREEN BLAZER / SUNGLASSES / EARRINGS / KNOT BAG / HEELS

WHITE ONE-PIECE / HAT / WRAP SKIRT / BEACH BAG / SUNGLASSES / SANDAL

More Summer 2023 Straw Bags

Whether you need a straw tote for everyday essentials or a chic evening clutch, there’s something for every occasion below.

Click the collage to shop all the items, or find a direct link to the bag you want to shop below each collage.

Budget-Friendly Straw Bags

Top Row: Foldover Straw Clutch / Raffia Clutch / Leather-Trim Bucket Bag

Middle Rows:
Black Top Handle Pot / Black Leather Strap Crossbody / Bamboo Handle Bag / Open Weave Shoulder Bag / Straw Tote with Leather Handle / Straw Tote with Long Leather Handle / Scalloped Clutch

Bottom Row:
Bamboo Clutch / Handwoven Market Tote / Top Handle Bag

Designer Straw Bags

Top Row: Rattan Top Handle / Cream Rattan Crossbody / YSL Clutch

Middle Rows:
YSL Hobo / APC Scallop-Trim Crossbody / Black Leather-Trim Shoulder Bag / Brown Leather-Trim Crossbody / Raffia and Black Leather Clutch / Black Knot Bag

Bottom Row:
Trapeze Leather-Trim Wicker Bag / Loewe Square Basket Bag / Loewe Woven Raffia Tote

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If you add a straw bag to your summer wardrobe, I think you’ll find yourself just as in love with the versatility and relaxed feel as I am! They’re a great staple you can look forward to re-wearing every season. If you’re interested in more warm weather accessories, don’t miss my roundup of the best designer summer handbags to invest in (there are a few straw favorites included!).