Straw beach bags are typically associated with being a casual or purses/">summer purse, however as they are becoming increasingly popular many fashion houses are creating high end luxurious versions that are more sophisticated.

For instance take the Italian geniuses Dolce and Gabbana, they have created a range of straw beach bags like no others that are high fashion and simply divine.

Take the natural straw colored tote for example, it is a healthy 15 inches in width and 8.5 inches in height, meaning you can fit inside all items you usually take with you daily. The bottom section of the exterior is covered with a durable and high quality brown leather and has been dressed with clear stones which add an element of glamor.

There are two looped handles to the top of the bag, again in the same lovely leather. Finally a thicker piece of leather is used to secure the bag together which can be opened via the over sized gold buckle. Once opened there is lobster claw closure inside making for added security, a large main compartment and a small zipped pocket inside which is great for your lipstick or cellphone.

If you want a straw bag that costs slightly less than designer versions yet still has the same wow factor there are a few ways you can achieve this look. Try a straw bag that like the Dolce and Gabbana version contains other materials such as leather, PVC or has sequined detailing like the woven straw shopper bag by Chilli Pepper.

This delightful straw bag has a lovely soft dark turquoise handle and the same colors are used in the floral sequin detailing on the front of the bag which is very pretty.

No matter your budget there are many purses made from straw available to you that are worthy of being on the catwalk!