Women carry everything in their handbags. Cell phones, period essentials, make-up, glasses, money, identification and even books can be found within a woman\'s purse. When shopping for a new purse, you need something that will hold everything, stand up to the rigors of daily use and be strong enough to carry the occasionally heavy load. Straw bags are one of the most logical choices for purse material because straw is extremely durable, resists water, is lightweight and has been fashionable for centuries.

Women's Straw Handbags and Purses        

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When shopping for a straw handbag, there are important factors that you should consider. Purse size is always important. While a clutch is nice for a night out dancing, you usually carry plenty of items during the day. For married women or moms, you often end up carrying your husband and children's items in your purse as well. Your already long list of items becomes longer with items like MP3 players, handheld video game systems, additional cell phones and even extra pairs of glasses.
If you are tired of never having enough room, you'll find straw bags often come in all shapes and sizes with excellent storage space. Today's straw purses come in a wide array of colors, so you are not stuck with purses that are beige or cream and stain easily. There are even bags that resemble large purses but actually hold two wine glasses, a bottle of wine, corkscrews and picnic foods.
Take a look at some of the features that come in purses made from straw. Cell phone pockets are generally standard, but many also have additional inside and outside zippered pockets, slip pockets, a zippered pocket for your checkbook and wallet and lined make-up compartments. Even if someone tries to reach in and steal something from your purse, they'd have to open a zippered pocket first. You'd hear them before they got anything of value.
Believe it or not, you can have the bag of your dreams for less than $100 in many online and retail stores. Straw is an inexpensive material, so purses made from straw tend to be extremely affordable. In addition, straw really never loses popularity. Since 1800 when straw hats came into popularity, straw accessories have continued to hold their ground.
If you are not sure you like the look of straw, you'll find that many of today's straw bags are crafted from both straw and leather. Leather straps and trim help the purse look elegant, while the straw offers incredible strength. Brooks Brothers Straw Quarter Flap Bag is an excellent example of just how gorgeous today's straw purses are.

Straw Bags: More than Just Something to Bring to the Beach

If you think that straw bags can only be used once you hit the beach, think again. These days, more and more bag manufacturers are incorporating trendy and fun details into the accessories made of straw that they are designing.
As such, the fashionistas and bag lovers at heart have a wide selection of hip, chic and even a few formal designs to choose from. If you’re about to go on a day outing with your female friends and you would like to look ultra-chic, a boho beaded bag made from straw is your best bet. When going on a beach or pool outing, there’s no better accessory to carry your beach towel, paperback and sunscreen in than a straw beach tote bag.
Again, just because straw beach bags or summer bags are originally meant to be worn during the summer does not mean that you cannot carry them around in more formal events. Can you believe that there are designers who use bamboo as the base material for a sophisticated clutch or a stylish straw handbag? It can serve to complement or highlight your evening wear.
All in all, straw bags and straw handbags are accessories made from durable materials which do not compromise the style and design of the piece. Whether you’re carrying them on the beach or elsewhere, it’s the ultimate must-have summer accessory so start shopping around for the designs, styles and colors that would best match the look that you have.