Whimsical Wicker High/Low

Poolside Tomato July Crab Bag

Wicker handbags in whimsical animal motifs were very popular last summer and will continue this season for warm weather wear and beach vacations. This wicker crab above is a great option.

Favorite Summer Bags

Tortoise Shell Clutch

There are two handbags I have been waiting to go on sale and they just did. This elegant tortoise bag would be lovely not just for summer but all year.

This ultracool tortoise shell clutch features an open geometric design that holds all of your essentials with ease. (Bonus: It's a total conversation starter.)

The Summer Clutch

Lilly Straw Clutch in Leaf Sketch Embroidery

A great clutch is perfect for evenings out. For the summer, I love a clutch that is a bit more casual in organic materials like wicker, straw, and raffia. Here are some lovely choices. All are under $200 and many are under $100.

Blue Wicker

Lilly Pulitzer

 

This is such a great handbag for summer. It combines blue and wicker and bamboo - three of my favorite things.

Ally the Alligator

Pamela Munson Le Croc

No new updates on the alligator hanging out in my yard on Saturday. He/she lives in the lake across the street from CCC. This is the beginning of alligator mating season here in South Florida and it was Saturday and he was looking for a date apparently. Not sure of the sex, but males do tend to be much more on the prowl during mating season.

A Classic Returns

Leather Handle Katahdin Boat and Tote

L.L.Bean has brought back its iconic Katahdin Boat and Tote with leather handles. Made in Maine, the canvas is the same rugged 24 ounce heavy duty cotton canvas used in the Original Boat and Tote. The leather handles are the same premium leather used in their Bean Boots.

Great Sample Sale Today

Tuckernuck Sample Sale

One of my favorite online stores Tuckernuck has their always very popular Sample Sale starting today with all sale styles 50 - 80% off. 

Wicker Handbags

Amanda Lindroth X Hill House Home Basket Bag

 

I love wicker in my home, of course, but I also love wicker handbags. I have quite a few, both vintage and new. Some of my favorites are by Amanda Lindroth. 

Great Holidays Bags

Collection Santorini Bag with Feathers

 

If you are in the market for a great bag for holiday parties, I have rounded up some wonderful choices, all at fabulous prices (many under $50).

Frances Valentine Warehouse Accessories Sale

Henry Tote in Stonegate Plaid Wool

Frances Valentine is having its first ever warehouse accessories sale with prices starting at $25.00. There are huge reductions in handbags, shoes, and hats.

Summer Evening Bags

Straw Geranium Minaudière

 

Looking for a straw bag for summer that is dressy and small for a wedding, garden party, vacation, or formal events? These Pamela Munson minaudières are fabulous.

Stars, Stripes, and Wicker for Summer

Star Cutwork Mini Caftan

 

With Memorial Day and summer at our doorstep, here are some favorite ways to add chic stars, stripes, and wicker to your warm weather wardrobe.

The Summer Straw Bag

Danielle Rollins - Veranda

I am a huge fan of straw bags - I use them as a handbag, pool bag, beach bag, for errands, the farmer's market, pretty much everywhere all year round here in South Florida. Wherever you live, they are the perfect summer bag. Here are some great options. And they can be personalized/monogrammed!

Palm Beach Wicker

Isla Wicker Beaded Bag

This wicker bag is just darling. It has a beachy island Palm Beach vibe. The wicker is handcrafted with painted wooden bead handles and a linen drawstring pouch that can be monogrammed. It is available in Coastal Blue, Light Pink, or Natural.

The Seashell Handbag High/Low

Pamela Munson Clamshell Handbag

 

Seashell handbags have been very popular the last couple of years. This rattan clamshell clutch with pearl closure is so elegant. Here in South Florida this purse is even used for formal occasions.

A Great Keychain

Oversized Leather Tassel Keychain

 I almost always carry an oversized handbag - in Florida that translates to one of my collection of large straw bags with all of my "stuff." I have found that having an oversized colorful keychain is so helpful to find my keys quickly and easily. This is my new favorite keychain. 

Straw Handbags to Refresh Your Wardrobe

Jane Birkin with her signature wicker Birkin bag

Did you know that the original Birkin bag was wicker? Jane Birkin found her wicker bag in a fishing village in Portugal and wore it literally everywhere - shopping in Paris, on the beach in the south of France, skiing in cashmere, fur, and wicker, in Cannes in a black and gold cocktail dress with her wicker bag. The Hermès Birkin bag was born when she was seated on a flight next to Hermès executive Jean-Louis Dumas and all the contents spilled out of her wicker bag in an overhead compartment.

Summer Straw Bag High/Low

Mui Mui Mesh and Straw Bag

This is a really fun high/low. The mesh and straw bag above by Mui Mui is $2,300. 

Chinoiserie Chic Accessories

Bimini Bamboo Bag

I love statement handbags and earrings and especially if they have Chinoiserie Chic style. I have found Chinoiserie Chic accessories that are seriously darling. All are on a 30% additional off End of Summer Sale (you will see the final price in your cart).  

Chinoiserie Chic at Kate Spade

Hello Shanghai Cruz Mini Bag

Kate Spade has some darling pieces in its new Shanghai Collection perfect for the lover of Chinoiserie.

Hello Shanghai Milan Clutch

Hello Shanghai Pollie Handbag

Hello Shanghai Birdcage Coin Purse

Shanghai Jewels Statement Necklace

Shanghai Jewels Bracelet