Straw Bags, Hobo Bags, Tote Bags & Summer Handbags

Fashion Tidbit: The Hobo Bag is a style of handbag made from soft material that slumps, or slouches, when set down. Historically hobo bags are shoulder bags with crescent shape. Modern version of this popular women's accessory has zippered top closure and comes in many different sizes and shapes.

Another Fashion Tidbit: Straw basket bags have been a basic summer accessories for years. Modern straw basket bags use hand loomed abaca or raffia to give a soft cloth-like texture. Most basket bags are designed to express the colorful and warm colors of summer. Woven straw bags are an ideal summer accessory because they can work well in both a casual and a semi-formal setting. They also make a great beach accessory.