How to Style a Straw Bag When You're Not at the Beach This Summer

At this point, a straw bag needs very little to become the perfect companion for beach days. While for years, it’s purpose was relegated to holding sunscreen, that book you couldn’t put down, and sunglasses on a sun-lounger, it’s become much more than that. Now, the straw bag has ventured beyond the sand to conquer the city streets, proving it can fit into completely different settings and become the key piece to tie a dream look together perfectly.

So, how do you style a straw bag when a bikini is no longer an option? Clearly, it’s time to review the perfect styling formulas to elevate your favorite raffia bag to the next level. Whether you’re wearing it to the office or brunch with the girls, here’s how to style a straw bag without looking like you just came from a beach bar.

Straw tote bag + all-black look

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In Paris, France.

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When the alarm goes off in the morning, the goal is usually a look with zero complications. A monochrome black suit is a fail-proof option for the office and, yes, a large straw tote bag becomes a strong ally for a summer spin. Hey, if it can hold a laptop, it’s fair game. Meanwhile, Rag & Bone gets extra points for including a leather pouch insert.

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Rag & Bone Large River Raffia Tote

$398

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Open Edit Icon Trousers

$90

Nordstrom

Straw bag + boho skirt

In Paris, France.

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We’ve heard the word ‘boho’ a thousand times this year—and practically throughout our entire lives—but never has such a relaxed look been so elegant. Right? This skirt is absolutely stunning, especially when combined with a small straw bag. Speechless.

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Madewell Camren Küçük Straw Bag

$88

Nordstrom

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Abercrombie & Fitch Boho Skirt

$95

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A straw bag + floral midi-dress

In New York City.

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Need we say more, or is this recent photo of Taylor Swift enough? Recently, she styled yet another breezy Dôen midi dress with a slouchy raffia shoulder bag for a New York City date night with Travis Kelce. The bag’s gold chain and heeled mules were the key to creating a night-time look out of these summery daytime pieces.

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Tory Burch Küçük Kira Shoulder Bag

$350

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Dôen Ashlynn Dress

$348

Saks Fifth Avenue

Straw Bag + white button up

In Paris, France.

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Consider this your beach-to-brunch combo. While an oversized white peplum can serve as a chic cover up at the beach, all you need is a pair of jeans to take the look practically everywhere else.

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AllSaints Allington Paper Tote

$199

Amazon

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Madewell The Easy Poplin Button-Up Shirt

$88

Nordstrom

Straw bag + midi skirt and stripes

In Paris, France.

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Hammitt Raffia Resort Tote

$545

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Madewell Smocked-Waist Poplin Midi Skirt

$118

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Although there is no absolute truth when it comes to style, a white midi skirt, a striped jacket and straw accessories in bag and sınır version come very close to what we could consider the ultimate elegance in an office look. We have a clear synonym for ‘effortless chic’ and we love it.

A version of this article was originally published by Glamour Spain.