Prepping for an awesome beach destination vacation and looking for a multifunctional beach bag? In this post, we are sharing the best travel friendly straw bags that are functional and cute.
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What Are We Looking For
When it comes to finding the best straw bags that will work for you, here is our deciding factors:
- Non Rigid bags: Some sort of rigidness is ok, but if the straw bag is stiff, it will be tough to pack or carry things in it.
- Strap length: Strap length is really important for us. If the straps are short, when you stuff a lot of things in it, you can’t carry it on your shoulders.
- Timeless design: We always look for styles that you can use year after year. This is the key to creating a wardrobe that works for you, not the other way around.
- Durability: We go through all the reviews to make sure the bag is long lasting.
- Spacious: If you are going to a beach vacation, you need to be prepared to carry things for your family and yourself. I have a whole list of things you need for a beach vacation that will also help.
Our Top Three Picks
Don’t have a lot of time to read through and find what’s the best one out there? You can check out our top 3 picks.
Best Beach Straw Bags
AllSaints Allington Straw Tote
This bag is perfect combination of basketweave pattern that is popular in tropical countries and modern minimalist style with the leather straps.
This bag has 2 sets of straps, the longer one can be used as a shoulder strap and the short one is for top handle style.
PRICE: $139
Size:
- 13 1/2”W x 11 1/2”H x 8”D
The bag is very roomy but comes with a magnetic clasp, so your items are secure in it. And with an extra leather pouch that’s detachable. It is also lined inside. I feel like this bag is perfect to be carried on a flight or on a road trip to the vacation destination and not just to the beach.
This bag also comes in Black.
JCrew Woven Straw Market Tote
The JCrew Woven straw market tote is a classy straw bag that you can use as an everyday bag in summer for doing groceries or more. And you can also take this bag for your next beach vacation.
This market bag is JCrew’s evergreen bag that they bring back everywhere because it’s a best seller and ladies love it.
The bag looks neutral and comes with different leather strap color which is durable.
PRICE: $118
Size:
- 13 1/2″H x 13 1/4″W x 5 7/8″D
- 11 inch handle drop.
The straw is soft so it’s easy to carry different things in it. And because the bag has such a neutral design, it looks great with casual everyday outfit as well as with the beach outfit. And the long handle makes it easy to stuff this bag and carry on a long haul.
Hat Attack Jane Tote
If you like lighter color beach bag, then the Hat Attack Jane Tote is just the right one. It’s lined and has a long handle which makes it comfortable and durable to pack on a lot of items inside. So you could easily use this as a airport bag traveling to your beach destination as well.
The base of the bag is structured, but the raffia is soft, which means you can carry more things.
PRICE: $193
Size:
- 13 1/2″H x 20 3/4″W x 6″D
- 7 1/2 inch handle drop.
This bag is perfect for those of you who like minimal design in handbag or your outfits are also on a minimalist side. This raffia tote bag will compliment your look.
Ralph Lauren Brie Straw Tote Bag
If you like lighter color beach bag, then the Hat Attack Jane Tote is just the right one. It’s lined and has a long handle which makes it comfortable and durable to pack on a lot of items inside. So you could easily use this as a airport bag traveling to your beach destination as well.
The base of the bag is structured, but the raffia is soft, which means you can carry more things.
PRICE: $193
Size:
- 13 1/2″H x 20 3/4″W x 6″D
- 7 1/2 inch handle drop.
This bag is perfect for those of you who like minimal design in handbag or your outfits are also on a minimalist side. This raffia tote bag will compliment your look.
Ralph Lauren Brie Straw Tote Bag
The Ralph Lauren Brie Straw Tote Bag looks classy and elevated. And it looks way more expensive compared to the price point.
The white leather strap and the logo band adds a luxe touch and makes this bag more than just a beach bag. You can use it for travel, going to wineries or just as an everyday summer bag.
PRICE: $250
Size:
- 12″W x 14-1/2″H x 7-1/2″D
- 10-1/4 inch handle drop.
The bag has magnetic middle clasp and also comes with a removable strap that makes it multi functional as well as stylish. The soft fine straw weave makes it flexible and easy to pack as well.
Loft Straw Tote Bag
The Loft Straw Tote Bag looks elevated and modern but budget friendly. You can not only carry this bag to your next beach vacation, this bag will also be great as an everyday bag with the leather details. But the leather is actually Vegan leather.
And you can also use this for travel. Loft is definitely an underrated store in terms of quality products. So, I am not surprised that this tote bag is also really high quality.
PRICE: $84.95
Size:
- 16 1/2″H x 14″W x 6D
The blue leather tone compliments the lighter tone of the straw weave. But the combination looks sophisticated and great for an everyday use as well.
The front flap is not only stylish but functional in keeping your belongings enclosed in the bag. With plenty of room to carry things.
H&M Straw Weekend Bag
The H&M Straw Weekend Bag is sporty and perfect for an overnight trip to the beach where you can pack everything related to your beach vacation in one bag.
This bag has a long shoulder strap and a short top handle for ease of carrying things. And it comes lined with a side compartment with zip where you can keep all your important belongings.
PRICE: $29.99
Size:
- 3 1/2″ H x 3 1/2″ W x 6 3/4″ D
This bag is perfect for you if you love sporty style with its boxy design and weave pattern.
Proenza Schouler Morris Raffia Tote
The Proenza Schouler Morris Raffia Tote is worth every penny. The brown tone of the straw weave and the monochrome maple brown leather strap and front detail looks modern and timeless.
I love the intentional use of the brand name which does not look over the top like other tote bags. This bag comes with a short top handle and a long shoulder strap and is the perfect size for all your beach essentials.
PRICE: $450
Size:
- 12″H x 13″W x 7″D
- 3 1/2″ strap drop; 11″ shoulder strap drop
The raffia is soft so its packable or you an also use this as an airport bag for your beach destination. The leather block is not just a design thing, but the bag has an inner size zipped pocket.And can also be closet with an inner clasp.
Shade & Shore Straw Tote Bag
The Shade & Shore Straw Tote Bag is modern bohemian straw bag with a twist. The curved top adds a bohemian touch to the bag.
But what we love is the lighter under straw weave with the darker open weave pattern of the bag which makes this bag unique and a really fun one to be your beach bag.
PRICE: $40
Size:
- 21 1/4 “H x 16″W x 7″D
The tote bag looks narrow and tall and perfect for packing for a beach vacation if you don’t want to carry a straw bag at the airport. And the mid length strap is excellent for carrying this on your shoulders.
Reiss Dena Raffia Tote Bag
If you want the weather proof material but you are not a fan of the weave pattern, then the Reiss Dena Raffia Tote Bag is your perfect match. The fine raffia weaves are barely visible making this bag great as a summer everyday bag that you can carry to work.
And you can also use this as an airport bag or beach bag. We love the simple and sophisticated design of the bag which matches the brand very well.
PRICE: $210
Size:
- 11 7/8 “H x 20 1/2″W x 6″D
This tote bag is lined inside with a side zipped compartment. This bag is perfect size to carry your laptop and also carry all your beach essentials.
The white straps makes the bag more expensive that it actually is.
Loewe x Paula's Ibiza Tote Bag
Loewe as a designer brand is really famous for their modern minimal raffia tote bags and you can find them in so many different styles and design. I also own one, but the one I own is a little smaller and not as functional as the Loewe x Paula’s Ibiza Tote Bag.
This bag comes with double length of straps making is so functional. The size of the bag is pretty good for carrying all your beach essentials.
PRICE: $890
Size:
- 14.2″H x 24″W X 5.5″D
- 11.4″ drop/ 14.6″L handle drop
This bag is simple, minimal but looks elevated with the leather Loewe logo and the attention to detail with the keyholes for strap that makes this bag durable.
For more on women's beach essentials, please read:
- What To Pack on a Beach Vacation: Your Essentials List
- What To Wear to Beach Resort Vacation: Day and Night
- The Only Hair Products You Will Need For The Beach
- The Only Makeup Products You Need for Your Beach Vacation
- Best Pool Slide Sandals That Can Be Worn Everyday
- Best Straw Hats That Will Complete Your Summer Outfits
- Resort Wear Outfits that Won’t Break Your Bank Account
