Jane Birkin put basket bags on the map back in the 1970s, and while the popularity of woven accessories has waxed and waned since, they've recently taken on a new life. This season, designers have updated the textured style, working the wicker or raffia elements into shoes, earrings, and whimsical summer bags. The ever-so-Instagrammable accessories are 2018's must-have trend, meaning it's time to purchase that woven slide you've been eyeing—today. All of our top picks, ahead.
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A Circle Bag
These woven circle bags are all over Instagram. Do you want in on the trend? Of course you do. Luckily, Zara offers its version for less than $100.
This leather-trimmed and flower-printed drawstring bag is a reminder that summer accessories can be functional, versatile, and un-stuffy. Wear it with your favorite dress or simply a T-shirt and jeans.
Your coworkers will do a double-take when you walk by in these woven ruby-colored pumps. Be prepared to share the shopping link in a company-wide email.
The fanny pack receives a cool update in the form of a woven waist bag. If you're a fashion maven who loves minimalist styles, consider this the IT item of the season.
Strut through the crowd at your next rooftop happy hour in this sunny pair of lace-up espadrilles. The bright marigold hue says "I know how to make the most of summer."
This pair of woven footwear comes with adjustable straps and a 1.5-inch heel—clearly the most comfortable height. They will look great with midi skirts or cropped trousers.
Protect your hair and face from harmful UV rays with this woven, wide-brimmed straw hat. It'll provide ample shade and even ampler (oh, it's a word) style as you walk down the streets of your next vacation destination.
Swap your neutral-colored footwear for this pair of technicolor slides by Loeffler Randall. The textured fabric adds enough edge taht no one will think you left the house in your slippers.
I'm already counting all the ways I can wear this woven sneaker. Here's two: peeking out from underneath a white maxi dress or styled with a pair of Everlane's denim shorts.
You'll wear these Topshop mules down to the soles because they come in such a versatile color. We know, white isn't very practical for city-dwellers, but the uber-chic style is worth the risk.
As soon as you've submitted your time off request, make it official with this "Off Duty," tote. No one will dare bother you as you sip on that mojito poolside.
These "Akumal" woven pool slides are named after a Mexican town known for its pristine white sand beaches. Wear them on your next island vacation or around the city as comfy, errand-running-yet-still-fashion-forward shoes.
Blink and you might miss the woven element in this double-knot sandal as your most stylish friend walks by. Dolce Vita expertly incorporates the design in the heel and complements the beachy look with striped knots.
I'll take this taco-shaped woven clutch on the side with two margaritas, please. Cute-as-can-be regardless, the pom-pom embellishments really give add some extra flavor.
