Raffia, Crochet and Canvas—Summer's Bags Have Arrived and I've Ranked the Best Luxury Buys

Loewe's basket bags have a cult following of their own, and in turn, the brand has a wide selection of styles and colourways to choose from. For me, the classic Anagram has that in-the-know feel.

On the other end of the spectrum, we have Jacquemus's recently released basket bag. The brand's innate flair is recognisable in its asymmetrical silhouette and striking hardware detailing that forgoes bold logos. You can tell this has been carefully created by expert crafters.

Saint Laurent's Panier bag has been on my wish list ever since it first released. The pattern of the stitching adds a design detail to this understated tote, with just a hint of origin in the YSL hardware logo on the tag.

Serapian has made a name for itself as a brand focused on expertly made handbags. For summer, it plays with woven raffia and supple leather to create this hardworking bag that won't feel out of place in the city or at the beach.

If there was ever a brand to bring a little drama to the classics, it would be Zimmermann. With an eye for resortwear, the brand adds a joyful touch of fringing to this basket bag. Consider this a perfect way to up the ante this summer.

After basket bags, Dragon Diffusion's woven totes are the bags I spot the most over the summer months. Crafted from a supple, smooth leather, these precisely woven styles feel elevated and considered, whether you're heading out in the day or night.

The Jackie is one of the most iconic Gucci bags in history. Now, you'll find a summer-ready update in the form of tightly woven leather on the front panel to add dimension to the recognisable silhouette. Over 60 years later, this remains a bag that features on all the best wish lists.

As a handbag devotee, I couldn't possibly cover woven leather bags without including Bottega Veneta. The intrecciato leather has become a calling card for the brand and is used for many different styles, including the Parachute. It features a woven leather handle as well as a longer detachable strap for various ways to wear.

If joy is what you're searching for this summer, then this bag is for you. Miu Miu brings its distinct sense of fun to the woven leather bag in a cute compact shape with intertwining strips of blue and white leather. The surprisingly spacious interior is primed to hold all your everyday essentials.

The London Tote is one of my favourite bags from Aspinal of London. The hard part is choosing which size and colour to go for. This larger iteration is offered in 18 colourways, including a few standout woven versions.

Well-known and well-loved, the Le 5 à 7 bag has cemented itself into the handbag hall of fame. This iteration introduces a woven raffia texture encompassed by the leather closures and gold hardware.

Another bag that has been reimagined for summer is Bottega's perfectly slouchy Sardine. The soft raffia crochet brings an ease to the half-moon shape, finished with the glistening centrepiece handle and accompanied by a braided metal chain for crossbody wear.

When the east-west bag trend first took off, Ferragamo's tote was the one I couldn't stop thinking about. Now, the striking shape is formed of a raffia and leather combination, which is not only summer-ready but also highly aesthetically pleasing. Inside, you'll find a canvas lining and a slip pocket for your essentials.

Everything about this bag screams summer. From the intricate weave of the raffia, which evolves from a tight knit to a looser stitch, to the almost jewellery-like doughnut chain, everything about this bag has been carefully considered. It also comes with a detachable tubular calfskin strap, which can be adjusted for shoulder or crossbody wear.

I recently put a host of Khaite bags to the test, and I came away seriously impressed. The large Olivia bag features a spacious and relaxed silhouette that can be worn easily over the shoulder or slung across the body as you please. It's a bag I spot frequently on my most fashionable friends, but this raffia version feels like a fresh update on a soon-to-be classic.

If you haven't yet heard of Métier, you soon will. It's a brand rapidly rising in the handbag sphere, already a favourite amongst insiders thanks to its attention to detail and focus on quality. For Métier, the inside of a bag is just as important as the outside, and you'll find plenty of thoughtful details like a leather interior, various pockets and a magnetic closure to prove it.

Loro Piana's latest collection offers a range of bags in canvas and linen finishes, but the Bobbin is my favourite. The shape is what sets it apart, with a single adjustable top handle and panier shape making it a really eye-catching piece.

Toteme's T-Lock bag has quickly become a favourite amongst our editors, and it's easy to see why. From the brand known for quiet-luxury classics comes a refined, understated and highly polished bag that will remain a favourite in your wardrobe for years to come.

This summer, the enduring Le Teckel has had a fresh update. The elongated shoulder bag is perfectly formed to be impactful and sit neatly over the shoulder. Plus the light beige and brown colour combination is perfection.

It's the bag that launched a thousand copies—the Chloé Woody tote. Spacious, practical and with a designer edge, it's clear to see why everyone wanted to get their hands on this bag as soon as it launched. If you're one to overpack, this is a great choice, as it's not only incredibly sleek but also incredibly sturdy.

If you're always grabbing a tote bag on the way out of the house, it may be time for a luxurious upgrade. Enter the Prada tote, a wide-knit crochet bag with a bold logo woven into the exterior. Fill it with towels and sunscreen when heading to the beach or snacks and a good book for a picnic in the park.

When The Row makes a crochet bag, you know it's about to be big news. The Large Didion has already sold out, but if you're keen, you can pre-order it in time for the next restock. True to the brand, there's a distinctly minimalist feel to this bag. It's the kind of in-the-know piece that will have fashion insiders asking how you got your hands on it.

Once again, we're in for a Chloé summer, and our obsession with all things boho is set to continue rising along with the temperature. True to the brand, this bag mixes cool and romance with ease, playing on a relaxed half-moon shape with a bold leather handle that will allow it to sit comfortably on your shoulder or in the crook of your arm.

If you're after a standout bag this season, look to Miu Miu's brightly coloured crochet tote. The striking mix of shades will bring a joyful touch to even your simplest summer looks, whilst the inside and leather straps add the luxurious finish you expect of a designer buy.

Butter yellow took over this spring, but this bolder tone has my attention for summer. Bring your white linen trousers and black summer dresses into a warm-weather space with this sunny yellow crochet bag.