If Instagram is anything to go by then it could be suggested you’re practically naked this summer if you don’t have a straw bag on your arm. We’ve scoured the shops so you don’t have to.
#1 The Pom-Pom One
Over at La Redoute grab an embellished pompom for a touch of the boho. This bag has a drawstring pouch to keep all your bits and pieces safe.
Priced at £29 as standard there’s currently 30% off at the moment so you can bag yourself a bargain.
#2 The Cactus One
Well who doesn’t love a cactus? Also at La Redoute, their Printed Straw Clutch Bag with Tassels is the perfect way to add a touch of the mexicana to your outfit.
#3 The Round One
All the rage and tricky to get hold of as they keep coming in and out of stock. Bohemia currently have The Florence made from woven palm leaf for £32. No doubt it won’t be around for long though.
#4 More Round Ones But With Straps
Because one circular style simply isn’t enough for this edit.
For one with a shoulder strap then try the Sienna Shopping Basket from Trouva or for a smaller rattan basket then try Etsy.
#5 The Slogan One
I treated myself to The Jackson’s Bonjour Jute Bag last year and how pretty does it look stuffed with the Rock My Wedding Your Day Your Way book? It’s on the pricier end of today’s selection however these beautiful bags are made by a female cooperative in southwest Bangladesh that uses sustainable jute and promotes job development in the community so you’re supporting a great cause as well. 
#6 The Embellished One
For anyone wanting to go bold how about JD Williams’ Glamorous Straw Bag? Pompoms, tassels and mirrored embellishments all for £36.
#7 The Practical One
I have the M&S Bucket Bag from a couple of years ago and although it’s not the most stylish it’s exceptionally practical. With a tan leather strap the design goes with anything and is a great size for holding all your holiday essentials, plus the zip closure means none of your worldly belongings will slip out. All that and only £15.
#8 The Going Out Out One
Say aloha to the Whistles’ Half Moon clutch which is all kinds of fun.
#9 The Whimsical One
Cutesy and even though it won’t hold much more than your lipstick and phone the Asos Shell Shoulder Bag it does have a satisfying snap close fastening.
#10 The Budget Buster
Okay this isn’t straw, the Cult Gaia Arc Clutch is actually bamboo but it’s a similar vibe. Anyone who’s anyone seems to have it and even though it’s 95 big ones it would go with absolutely anything.
Any other straw bags you want to tell us about? Will you be wearing a rafia or wicker number on your arm this season?
So much prettiness! La Redoute pom pom bag ordered! I went for the pink pom poms though! La Redoute also have 30% off at the moment! 🙂
La Redoute discounts are alway immense. Enjoy your new bag Kirsty x
Damn I walked right by a lush Pom Pom bedecked straw bag in TKMaxx as I couldn’t justify it…
Maybe you need to walk right back in there Lucy 😉
I have one of the Bohemia round ones plus 3 more picked up in charity shops and a 4th I spotted but persuaded myself I didn’t really need!
I’d like a harder ratttan or bamboo one too I think!
Oh yes Rachel, rattan and bamboo all the way!
I’m in holiday in France right now and picked up one at a market this morning! For the grand total of 14 euros. They had a whole stall, rms would have loved x
This sounds like heaven Bex! Have a fab holiday x
I would go on a holiday next week and was really tensed about choosing bags. Thanks to you for the information. it is really informative to me. Thanks a Bunch, dear.