Straw handbags are all the rage. Even Cameron Diaz has been seen out and about with her Gucci Positano in tow. Actress Cameron Diaz (There’s Something About Mary, Charlie’s Angels, Shrek, etc.) Gold chain links help firmly attach the leather straps to this oversized purse that leaves you with plenty of room for your cell phone, wallet, sunglasses and much more. The actual size of the purse, 15 ½ inches long and 12 inches high, offers ample space for all of your favorite necessities.

One of the best things about the Gucci Positano is that it contains a silk scarf woven through the top of the handbag. For this very reason, the handbag, though crafted from straw, offers a designer look that purse lovers crave. Inside the purse is lined and has a cell phone pocket so that you can’t possibly lose your cell phone in the midst of your other items. Made in Italy, the leather trim is butter soft and the purse’s look is definitely chic and trendy.

Priced between $1,000 and $2,000 (depending on the retailer), the purse is definitely an upscale item. You may be able to find it for under $1,000 if you hit the auction sites, but count on spending around $1,000. Made from durable straw it will last forever. In addition, straw is a material that never goes out of fashion. Your fashion accessory will still be trendy five or ten years down the road. Why purchase a new purse every few months? Save your money for shopping and invest in a purse that will last years!

Even Katie Holmes is getting in on the action and carrying a straw purse nowadays. Katie’s straw purses is definitely lower key and less glamorous, yet it still works. Straw is definitely the way to go when shopping for purses!