They are a summer essential for a reason …
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It’s that time of year when basket bags become ultra appealing again (unless, like me, you wear them all year round). Launched last month at Brown Thomas is Loewe x Paula’s Ibiza: the limited collection of basket bags and raffia totes which come in jaunty colours and indulge logo-mania (spot Irish actress Alison Oliver in the brand’s SS24 campaign) are always a viral sell out. A word to the wise: if you’re looking to invest, get yours now because they will go. Meanwhile, on the high street, Massimo Dutti, Arket and H&M are heavy hitters when it comes to woven bags for summer. Trending now are XL straw shoppers, ideal for carting from home to market (or beach), while micro woven bags are the perfect accessory for summer weddings, just look for one with structure. Elsewhere, Rae Feather – which has just opened its first store at The Westbury Mall – offers a free monogramming service on its range of baskets (prices from €112.95). Shop an edit of our favourite styles below.
Beige straw shopper, €19.99, at H&M.
Natural Milo textured bag, €280; www.sezane.com.
Natural large raffia logo tote, Loewe x Paula’s Ibiza, €1,600, at Brown Thomas.
Beige raffia tote bag with leather strap, €169, at Massimo Dutti.
Large jute bag, €70, at Marks & Spencer.
Straw Grace personalised basket bag, €238,95, at Rae Feather.
Straw-effect tote bag, €39.95, at Parfois.
Straw Le Panier tote bag, Jacquemus, €486, at Flannels.
Straw-effect tote bag, €125; www.marinarinaldi.com.
