The beautiful floral embroidery on this Zimmermann tote gives it an extra something special. Plus, the square shape helps to maximize capacity, so you can hold all those trinkets.
Dimensions: Height: 9 inches; width: 11 inches; depth: 5 inches
Colors: Natural
Material: Raffia
The bag says it all. This pick comes straight from ELLE’s digital director, Claire Stern Milch.
Dimensions: Length: 20 inches; height: 8.25 inches; depth: 6 inches
Colors: Camel, Wisteria
Material: Herringbone canvas
Marni is a cut above the rest when it comes to beach accessories, so choosing just one from the label was tough. Ultimately, we love that this bag comes with two sets of straps and an inside zipper for extra organization.
Dimensions: Length: 17.7 inches; height: 13.8 inches; depth 6.3 inches
Colors: Green, Tan
Material: Raffia, canvas
Another recommendation from Stern Milch, this crochet tote combines stylish design, brand prestige, and practicality. It’s a coveted item for those looking to add to their tote collection.
Dimensions: Length: 6.2 inches; height: 13.3 inches; depth: 15.7 inches
Colors: Beige Khaki
Material: Raffia-effect yarn
Senior fashion commerce editor Dale Arden Chong says this bag is a must-have for the beach scene. Plus, it will also transition to dinner looks very well.
Dimensions: Length: 10 inches; height: 12 inches; depth: 29.5 inches
Colors: 7 options
Material: Vegetable-dyed raffia
We’ve never met a Bottega we didn’t like, including this transparent oversized tote.
Dimensions: Length: 20.1 inches; width: 17.7 inches; depth: 7.9 inches
Colors: Clear
Material: Polyurethane, lambskin
Day or night, you can’t go wrong with this hobo. Throw it over your shoulder as a casual tote or carry it by hand to transform it into an oversized handbag for dinner by the sea.
Dimensions: Length: 16 inches; width: 7 inches; depth 9.4 inches
Colors: Beige, Brown, Black
Material: Raffia
Look no further for the bag that truly does it all. Its lightweight and easy-to-clean materials make it great for just about anything you throw at it. Plus, it’s gender-neutral and can hold your laptop.
Dimensions: Length: 19.7 inches; height: 12.2 inches; depth: 7.9 inches
Colors: Orange, Yellow, Green, Black
Material: Paper calfskin, canvas
The nice thing about this bag is that it isn’t so summery you can’t use it throughout the other seasons. It’s like the chameleon of accessories.
Dimensions: Length: 13 inches; height: 11 inches; depth: 9 inches
Colors: Blue
Material: Cotton, leather
For a bag you know you’ll have forever, Chloe is the go-to. This tote is designed to pair with any outfit at any age and be something you reach for time and time again.
Dimensions: Length: 11 inches, height: 18.9 inches; depth: 11 inches
Colors: Ivory/Biege, Blue/Brown
Material: Raffia, leather
With shoulder straps and a top handle, you can throw this bag on your shoulder, wear it crossbody, or dangle it from your arm. Plus, it has a front pocket specially designed for easy phone accessibility.
Dimensions: Length: 18.9 inches; height: 10.25 inches
Colors: Beige
Material: Raffia, leather
There’s a reason the Ella Tote comes back in new colors every season. Sturdy, light, and stylish, this tote from Tory Burch elevates any outfit with ease.
Dimensions: Length: 17.1 inches; height: 13 inches; depth: 5.1 inches
Colors: Ivory
Material: Recycled polyester, faux leather
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