Is there anything more quintessential than a straw bag for spring and summer? The classic style, mostly clutches, gained popularity in the 50s as a status symbol for those who were wealthy enough to travel. In the 60s and 70s, Jane Birkin was constantly photographed with a wicker basket bag carrying around her essentials. Making the once status symbol into the everyday effortlessly cool item. As years went on the classic straw and wicker bags became a ready-to-wear item in every clothing and handbag store, as we know it to be today. It still holds the effortlessly chic style of Jane, while also being a symbol for vacation. It’s the summer and spring item every woman must own; from clutches to crossbody to shoulder bags.  (more…)