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Meet TLC Handbags
TLC Handbags are made in a remote village on the island of Bali. They are made to look like woven baskets reminiscent of Nantucket baskets. Each piece is handmade from a special reed that grows on the riverbanks called “ata”. Because each piece is handwoven, there are slight 
These bags are perfect for spring and summer when the natural look of straw handbags is in style. They’re perfect with anything from jeans and T-shirt to a lovely summer dress.
Find TLC Handbags at eBags.com.
Are These Really Straw Handbags?
Straw handbags are ideal for summer because they are lightweight and often natural looking. These new arrivals though at eBags add one more element – bright color – which will have you wondering, “Are these really straw bags?” Whether you want a designer bag from a brand like Elaine Turner or want that high-fashion look without the high-fashion price tag (think brands like Big Buddha), there’s sure to be something for you in straw bags this season!
 Big Buddha Mykonos |
 Magid Florals Large East West Tote |
 Elaine Turner Gidget Fuchsia Basketweave |
 Straw Studios Hannah Double Handle Bag |
Global Elements – Unique Materials, Must Haves!
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Global Elements (also know as the GET company) offers an eclectic collection of handbags that are perfect for any occasion – from nights out to casual days with friends. However, what makes many of their bags so unique are the materials used. If you’re into natural materials, check out their bamboo, seagrass, or coconut collections. If earth-friendly handbags are your thing, they have something for you too in the form of bags made from recycled plastic bags (yes like the ones in the grocery store).
But don’t think that just because they use unusual materials that these bags are any less stylish. I personally love the Global Elements Large Coconut Fiber Clutch. Made with coconut fibers, this oversized clutch comes in a rich red color and is perfect for a night out with the girls. |
 Large Coconut Fiber Clutch |
 Bamboo Double Handle Handbag |
 Recycled Plastic Bags Handbags |
 Seagrass Tote |
Seagrass Bags For Summer
Go for a natural look this summer with a seagrass bag. These handbags go with just about every outfit and come in many styles – from hands-free backpack purses to cute clutches. Check out a few affordable choices below:
 Cappelli $30.00 |
 Global Elements $16.99 |
 Dan W $45.99 |
 Cappelli $40.00 |
Straw Handbags -The Must Have for Summer
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| Cappelli Woven Toyo with Crochet Flower | Helen Kaminski Capella | Betseyville La Playa De Betsey Large Tote |
There are so many great straw handbags out there this summer to choose from, how could one ever decide? Here are some perfect examples…Do you want a tote? How about a straw bag with metallic trim or crochet? Or maybe you just want a simple clutch? The options are endless…. So here are a few of my favorites!
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| Global Elements Striped Seagrass Clutch | Kate Spade Anguilla Flat Clutch | Maxx New York Regatta Barrel Clutch |
Straw Handbag Deals!
Here are some great Straw Handbag Deals! We all love sales, let’s indulge ourselves this Memorial Weekend!
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Michael Kors brings out the straw and leather
Francesco Biasia: Rafia for Spring
Francesco Biasia has brought out their new Spring line-combining rafia and leather with bright colors! On a day when it is not looking like Spring will ever come, I’m thinking bright handbags. These Meg Sack Double Handle bags are comfortable, flexible, and functional. Perfect to go with those Spring outfits!
Kate Spade Straw Handbags Are Back!
We all love the classic elegance of Kate Spade Handbags! They are the perfect accessory, that will last a lifetime and continue to be a timeless piece!
Every Spring Kate Spade comes out with a straw collection that is casual yet screams modern fashionista! This Spring is no different and the straw looks amazing!
Get Earthy: Straw and Bamboo Handbags!
What’s new in handbags???
Earth products! Being conscious about the environment and how we can make an impact is very important and trendy this up-coming spring season. One way to be a part of this movement…..invest in a recycled product or one that uses sustainable products….
A new brand I came across this month…Bamboo 54….A little info…
Bamboo and natural sustainable materials intended by mother nature conserves the tropical forests, stimulates healthy agriculture, and nurtures sustainable life. Eco-friendly materials are incorporated in all of Bamboo 54 products in some form or another. At Bamboo54, they know and cherish that our environment is both beautiful and important. There is only one earth! Bamboo54..saving the world in style!
I love their products and you will also….Here’s a little glimpse!
Straw is in for Spring ’08
We all may be used to seeing straw and rattan used only in picnic baskets, but start getting used to seeing these handbags on shoulders and in hands everywhere this spring!Everyone is catching onto this trend and coming out with different variations. Here are just a few:
Rafe Koh Samui Wendy Rattan Clutch-With this clutch you are seeing another upcoming trend for Spring; matching a straw handbag (or in this case a clutch) with a contrasting
fabric or leather accent. There will be a lot of metallic and patent leather that you will see with these straw/rattan bags.
Here is another similar style from Kate Spade; the Tisbury Minu Clutch. Once again, a simple straw clutch paired with metallic leather accents. Now, lets look at some different silhouettes that we’ll be seeing in the upcoming months:
This is a slightly different variation: the same characteristics, but in a satchel silhouette. This is the Rattan and Leather Satchel from Straw Studios. They have incorporated the contrasting metallic leather accents into the straps, as well as on various different places on the actual handbag.
Monsac has also caught onto this upcoming trend with
Let’s start thinking Spring Trends
I know, it really isn’t even officially winter and I am already thining about Spring… Spring Trends that is. Straw Handbags and wicker are definately going to be hot again in Spring 08, and this Kate Spade Tisbury Minu Clutch is “the” spring bag to represent the trend perfectly. Did I mention it is trimmed in Metallic too!
