Picnic baskets are not just practical items — they are also full of symbolism, nostalgia and, ideally, cheese. They spark a sense of joy with the promise of warm weather and an alfresco meal with family and friends. It stands to reason, then, that so many prestigious brands have attempted to evoke the charm of this humble woven vessel through handbags and totes crafted from natural materials like rattan, raffia and wicker. We’d recommend grabbing a light snack and a refreshing beverage while you browse this list of some of our favorite summer woven handbag options.
Hermès Birkin Picnic Bag
None of Hermès’s elusive “unicorn” bags are more summer appropriate than those in their wicker Picnic series, whose fans include Kylie Jenner and Jennifer Lopez. This 25-centimeter Menthe Picnic Birkin features a structured wicker body hand stitched with vibrant green leather.
Louis Vuitton Wicker LV Heavenly Capucines BB Handbag
Louis Vuitton’s Capucines bag’s elegant form has been produced in many covetable variations since its introduction in 2013. This woven-wicker version is a rare collector’s piece, featuring delicately stamped leather strips interwoven with coated wicker together with a fresh take on Vuitton’s traditional monogram.
Chanel Jumbo Raffia Flap Bag
While Coco Chanel favored a leather sac for her everyday routines, she likely would have taken this jumbo raffia flap bag on vacation. Although it was released in 2012, the summery take on Chanel’s iconic design has a distinct mid-century charm and simply begs to be carried in the south of France.
Christian Dior Mini Wicker Lady Dior
Named for Princess Diana, a notable fan of the design, the Lady Dior possesses all the sophistication of its namesake. But elegant ladies need a handbag in the warmer months too. And for that, this mini wicker Lady Dior, sporting Dior monogram canvas and bright blue leather handles, is a winning choice.
Loewe x Studio Ghibli Basket Bag
You can always count on Loewe for a wild card, and this leather-trimmed woven basket bag is no exception. This special edition of the brand’s summery staple, part of its collaboration with Studio Ghibli, comes with removable pom-pom creatures from the famed Japanese firm’s films.
Atelier Versace Satin and Wicker Bag
This sensational satin and wicker handbag, designed by Donatella Versace for Atelier Versace’s Spring 2001 runway collection, is a piece of wearable Op art.
Fendi XL Woven-Raffia Peekaboo Bag
Don’t let the easy-breezy exterior of the Fendi XL woven-raffia Peekaboo fool you — this bag is as functional as it is effortlessly chic. Sporting this carry-on, with its turquoise snakeskin trim and capacious interior, declares, “I’m on vacation.”
Bottega Veneta Point Triangle Bag
In classic Italian fashion, Bottega Veneta took a bold design approach to seasonal dressing with its Point Triangle bag. Curly raffia in crisp summer white provides texture, while the geometric handle adds an edge that makes it one of the more unexpected choices in this lineup.
Prada Crochet Tote
Elevating the everyday catchall bag, Prada’s crochet tote, made from raffia-effect yarn, exudes la dolce vita regardless of where it’s carried, but it would undoubtedly pair well with a limoncello spritz in hand. Just saying.
Goyard Aligre Bag
If this limited-edition Aligre bag by Goyard resembles an impossibly chic produce tote, that’s because it’s supposed to. Named for Paris’s famed Aligre farmers market, the bright-coral-leather and woven-raffia stunner would make running errands a lot more stylish.
Gucci Wicker Sylvie Bag
Gucci’s Sylvie design was introduced in 1969, and this special wicker edition, with its deep green leather flap and gold hardware, emanates the elegance of that era.
Loro Piana Wicker Bucket Bag
For the aesthete seeking a more understated bag, there is no better “quiet luxury” option than Loro Piana’s bamboo bucket bag. Its bamboo wicker body fits the summery brief, and the smooth calfskin leather and discreetly engraved hardware will delight any minimalist’s soul.
