Alexa Chung Just Proved This Affordable French-Girl Bag Trend Will Never Die

Straw, wicker, rattan, basket, raffia, jute—whatever you call it, one thing's for sure: It's the summer bag trend that will never die. It's not often that a specific seasonal look has real longevity, but it's certainly true when it comes to straw bags. Alexa Chung recently proved just that when she stepped out in New York City this week with a cute basket bag, which is a trend she's personally been wearing for well over a decade. 

There are so many shapes and sizes to choose from that the options can seem overwhelming, but I took great care in rounding up the absolute best versions to consider investing in for summer 2022. Scroll down to shop my favorite wicker and straw bags, inspired by both Alexa Chung and the original aficionado, Jane Birkin

Then: March 2010

best wicker bags for summer

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On Alexa Chung: Chanel bag

Now: April 2022

best straw bags for summer

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On Alexa Chung: Celine Triomphe 01 Sunglasses ($510); Gucci boots

The OG: Jane Birkin 

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Shop My Favorite Basket Bags

This is one of my favorite braided bags on the market right now. 

This is definitely giving me Jane Birkin vibes. 

Thank you, Zara, for this absolute gem. 

I'm fully obsessed with this bamboo handle. 

Louis Vuitton's version of the trend is incredibly chic, as expected. 

This beautiful raffia tote is handmade. 

Tropical vacation, here I come. 

Don't forget: Not all raffia totes are tan colored. 

This would also make for an excellent grocery tote. 

The same Mango bag also comes in this super-cute shade of pink. 

Yes, you can wear straw bags all year long. 

How cute is this beaded handle? 

This would be so fun to wear with a colorful sundress. 

This $35 price tag is really tempting me right now. 

Cult Gaia certainly knows how to design a covetable It bag. 

This one looks way more expensive than $50. 

Another fantastic under-$100 option from Mango.