Questions before checkout

The body is crocheted from natural straw fiber in alternating solid rows and airy openwork bands, with the rim and base finished in tight even rows so the bag keeps its open shape. The two shoulder straps and the rim trim are real brown leather, and the inner zip pocket is cream canvas, so you get a light straw body with leather and canvas details that handle a day out.

The tote has an open top, and a slim leather tie cord at the rim lets you draw the opening closed over your things when you want to cover them. Inside, a cream canvas zip pocket sits near the rim and holds keys, a phone and cards securely, so the small items stay separated even while the open body carries the bulkier load.

Two long slim leather straps let you carry the tote on the shoulder with your hands free. The straps are stitched into the body rather than knotted on, so they sit comfortably and hold weight without digging into the shoulder. It comes in two carry styles, the upright Commuter for a closer fit and the wider Large Shoulder Tote for a roomier all day carry.

The wide open top swallows a day's load. On a beach day it takes a rolled towel, sunscreen, a water bottle and a book, and on a market morning it carries loose produce, a baguette and a folded scarf. The crocheted body keeps its open shape so nothing gets buried, and the wide mouth lets you reach a towel or bottle in one motion.

Yes. The crochet construction is what gives the tote its body: solid rows form a structured base that stands on its own, while the openwork bands keep it light and breathable. The rim and base are worked in tight even rows that hold the mouth open, so the bag stands upright on a table or floor while you pack it rather than slumping flat when empty.

Wipe the straw body with a soft dry cloth, and lift any marks with a barely damp cloth before letting the tote air dry away from direct heat. Treat the leather straps and trim with a little leather balm now and then to keep them supple. Empty the bag and store it upright or loosely filled so the crocheted body holds its open shape between outings.