{Chic Basics and a Woven Bag via anoukyve on Instagram}

Few things are as evocative of summer as beautiful pieces woven from natural fibers. While wicker, rattan, rush, abaca, seagrass, straw, and raffia are certainly a welcome addition to anyone’s home or wardrobe during any season, they are absolutely perfect and iconic in the summer time. I especially love a Chic Woven Handbag. I’ve had a little wicker clutch for years that I absolutely love and carry on warm nights out. I also have several, big straw totes with leather handles that I will use at the market or for hauling things like fabric samples, tape measures, and notebooks to client meetings. Pretty wovens add a touch of warmth, fantastic texture, and a feeling of chic, effortless style no matter how you choose to use them. Few things are as classic or timeless as a chic woven handbag. While there is a sense of nostalgia associated with them, the examples I have rounded up here prove that they can also feel completely fresh and current. 

{Blair of Atlantic-Pacific wearing a Straw Hat and Carrying Cult Gaia’s Ark Bag}

{I am obsessed with this chic summer ensemble of a shirt dress, minimal gold jewelry, slide sandals, and woven bag! | Image via @Louloudesaison on Instagram}

{The Lovely Marta Cygan Carring a Wicker Basket Bag | Image via @lifeofboheme on Instagram}

{What could be more perfect for a day at the beach than a big straw tote? | Image via @tuulavintage on Instagram}

{I recently came across British blogger, Lucy Williams’ Fashion Me Now website and love her style, including this easy summer outfit with a great straw bag.}