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20 beach bags to shop for your next summer holiday – from raffia basket bags to woven leather totes
Annual leave: incoming... ☀️
The arrival of summer means many things – bikini szn, festival szn, Aperol szn – but in the world of fashion, it also signals the semi-annual wardrobe switch around. As well as banishing our winter clothes in exchange for summer dresses, sandals, crochet tops and jorts, we also need to change up our accessory game. We call it: beach bag szn.
Beach bags, basket bags, woven leather totes:
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Whether you're packing for a trip abroad, heading down the UK coastline, or even nipping to your local Lido, you'll need a fabulous carryall for all the essentials. But, despite what its name suggests, you're not just limited to the beach when toting your beach bag.
Thanks to *that* Loewe basket bag having basically everyone (us included) in a chokehold year after year, beach bags are now the chic seasonal substitute for your work bag, netted shopping tote and even that tired old canvas shoulder bag you reach for on your Saturday morning errand run.
Yep, as soon as the sunshine makes an appearance, consider that your green light to break out the best beach bags. So, you've got your bikini, beach cover-up and fresh new sunnies all ready to go and your annual leave request has (finally) been approved. Now you just need the perfect arm candy to complete the look.
From straw styles to sturdy canvas bags and relaxed woven totes, we've found something for every style and budget. Scroll down to shop. Summer 2025, here we come... Just don't forget the sun cream!
When it comes to this summer's beach bags, it's the bigger the better! Made from 100% raffia in a slouchy design that holds its shape, the interior is roomy enough to hold two towels, a water bottle, book, sunglasses, and a snack.
| Size | Extra Large |
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Second Stories The Camille Leather Woven Basket Bag
This looks suspiiiiiiiciously similar to *that* Dragon Diffusion woven bag – but costs way less. It's a no-brainer.
| Size | Medium |
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This cute basket bag has us feeling like we're already in some tropical destination with its bright woven design. All we need now is a Piña Colada (or five!).
| Size | Extra Large |
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Been lusting after it for a couple years already? Now is high time to take the plunge as you can get at least £100+ off when you shop a Loewe basket bag secondhand on eBay, Vestiaire Collective, Depop or Vinted.
| Size | Medium |
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If you're an "everything but the kitchen sink" kind of packer for your beach day, this roomy & Other Stories tote will fit everything you need – and then some.
| Size | Large |
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This thoughtfully designed beach bag from Mango comes with a drawstring pouch to keep your valuables in one place, plus a leather tie closure for added structure. Meanwhile, it comes with two handle lengths, so you can wear it top handle or slung across your shoulder.
| Size | Medium |
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Contrasting textiles is an easy way to make your outfit look instantly more expensive. Plus, the leather tag and handles on this Sézane design adds structure to the raffia tote.
| Size | Large |
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If you'd prefer a beach bag that isn't woven, consider Topshop's oversized nylon tote that features adjustable ruching and a nautical, striped print.
| Size | Large |
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Woven from cotton raffia with leather details, this tote bag is much lighter than a traditional straw design and will fold flat to lie nicely in your suitcase, too.
| Size | Large |
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From Mango's latest designer collab with Supriya Lele, this capacious, champagne-hued shopper is cut with a circular base that sits nicely on a sandy beach. The roomy inside can hold two towels and all your poolside essentials.
| Size | Extra Large |
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Dragon Diffusion's coveted woven-leather tote was the It bag of summer 2024 – and now the latest styles are on every editor's wish list for summer 2025, too.
| Size | Medium |
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Taking you seamlessly from beach to bar, this fringed straw tote will add a vacay vibe to your summer dresses.
| Size | Small |
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You'll be feeling bonita with this chic, structured basket bag, that can easily fit your beach towel, SPF, water bottle, and book. And how cute are the little chilli pepper motifs?
| Size | Medium |
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If you've seen enough beige beach bags for a lifetime, then try this chic, inky black style from South Beach. This tote bag comes in a cool, pentagon shape with a magnetic closure and tons of room for your bits.
This super spacious style from AllSaints is crafted from intricately woven straw in a two-tone finish. The dainty handles come in two lengths to be worn at the shoulder or top handle, and the detachable zip pouch is ideal for valuables.
Picnic at the beach in style, and sling your sandwiches and wine in this super cute shopping tote that's made from recycled plastic. The tote can also be taken apart to lay flat – making it perfect for packing in a suitcase, or taking on a hike.
| Size | Medium |
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It's time to swap that raggedy old canvas tote bag you likely got for free for something a little more fab... Such as this H&M stunner – that also happens to be less than £20!
| Size | Large |
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We've long been fans of DeMellier's accessories to elevate our workwear wardrobe with a chic office bag. The Santorini, handwoven in Morocco from 100% natural palm leaves and encased in a leather harness, brings a beachy vibe to city living. And obvs we'll be taking it on all our summer holidays too.
| Size | Medium |
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Not only is this Chloé bag an absolute *stunner* but it's also handmade in Kenya by female artisans in a collab with the Fair Trade organization Mifuko.
| Size | Medium |
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All of Stone & Mason's designs comes with a kit included and this beach bag is no exception packing a Dock & Bay recycled quick dry towel and a fan, so you're ready to hit the sand ASAP!
Kara Kia is the Ecommerce Editor for Women's Lifestyle at Hearst UK, leading Cosmopolitan UK's digital shopping strategy across fashion, beauty and lifestyle. With over eight years of experience as a journalist and editor, Kara specialises in skincare, makeup, haircare and helping women find their personal style — trying and testing every product she recommends. A trusted voice in fashion and beauty ecommerce, Kara's most-read guides include the best wedding dresses under £1000, the best affordable jewellery brands, the best Korean skincare products, and the best products for curly hair. She also covers major shopping events including Black Friday and Amazon Prime Day for Cosmopolitan, Red and Prima. Kara previously held the role of contributing Fashion and Beauty Ecommerce Editor at ELLE UK and Harper's Bazaar UK; before joining Hearst, she was Fashion Content Editor at NET-A-PORTER's Porter Magazine, Associate Editor at PopSugar, and wrote for Refinery29 and LOVE Magazine. An experienced interviewer, she has spoken to Zendaya, Alicia Keys, Simone Biles and Tyla about life, work and style. Born and raised in Kingston, Jamaica and formerly based in Toronto, Kara now lives in London. Follow Kara on Instagram @kara.kia
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