These 18 Designer Beach Bags Are The Best For Chic Vacation Looks

Whether you are staying local or heading off on an exciting vacation this summer, you are going to need the ideal beach bag, so we’ve got together the best designer beach bags to narrow down your search!

For a day at the beach, there are a lot of different things you need to bring with you – a beach towel, water bottle, sun cream, and a book, just to name a few, so this list includes the best tote bags to fit all your beach essentials.

Or, perhaps you are off on holiday and are looking for a smaller beachy summer bag that will hold a couple of the most important items if you are taking a walk down by the sea.

Whatever your summer plans are, we’ve got the perfect bag in this list of the 15 best designer beach bags.

18 best designer beach bags

1. Loewe x Paula’s Ibiza Anagram Basket Tote

Spanish luxury fashion brand, Loewe, really knows how to create the ideal bag for beach days. Crafted from woven Iraca palm leaves, this natural classic tote is then decorated with either a black or tan leather Loewe Anagram and finished with matching top handle straps, in both shorter and longer lengths, which makes this bag versatile and comfortable to carry.

This bag is made in collaboration with Paula’s Ibiza, a world-famous boutique situated on the sunny island of Ibiza, so you are guaranteed this tote will be the perfect beach bag. The curved, open design is ideal to fill with snacks, a book, and your favorite sunglasses.

$1,100 at Neiman Marcus

2. Celine Triomphe Classic Panier

Celine is known for elegant and sophisticated designs that are effortlessly classic and timeless, just like this Teen Triomphe Celine Classic Panier Bag.

The tote is crafted from woven palm leaves for a summery look and tactile finish and then decorated with luxe leather in various color ways, in the form of a CC logo that sits on the front of the bag, matching leather top handles, and a shoulder strap. The open top reveals a roomy interior to fit everything you need for a day at the beach – even a change of clothes!

$740 at Celine

3. Prada Crochet Bag

Crochet pieces are super popular at the moment so why not go for a chic crochet bag to accessorize your beach looks this year?

This Prada Crochet Tote is just gorgeous, woven from raffia effect yarn for a textured finish, while the triangular logo is woven into the tote then the Prada brand name is embroidered on top.

Pick up this tote in black or white, or you could opt for something a little brighter and go for pink, orange, yellow, or green to bring a pop of color to your look.  

4. Miu Miu Wander raffia-effect Bag

This adorable Miu Miu bag looks just like a picnic basket, making it essential for any future beach trips! The Wander Hobo bag is a staple in Miu Miu collections, year after year, reinterpreted in new ways each season, and this season’s interpretation is crafted from woven raffia-effect yarn to create a chic, summery look.

The leather details and gleaming gold lettering add a luxurious touch to this striking beach bag. Carry via the top handle for an evening look or attach the leather shoulder strap for crossbody wear.

5. Anine Bing Rio Tote

There are so many stunning pieces from Anine Bing that we just adore, including this Rio Tote bag!

This spacious tote bag is made from woven paper straw and has been designed with little holes in the weave so the sand does not get trapped inside the bag and you end up bringing the beach home with you!

This beige bag is decorated with black leather top handles and a black AB logo is sewn onto the front for a stylish finish. We love the large size since it is guaranteed to fit everything you need for a day at the beach inside.

6. DeMellier Santorini Bag

If you are looking for a sophisticated and elevated beach bag that would work on vacation as well as summer days in the office, then this Santorini Tote from DeMellier is just perfect for you.

This sustainably made bag is handwoven from palm leaves in Morocco, meaning each bag has a unique look. The rich leather harness that surrounds the body of the bag adds a luxurious touch and is available in 5 different colors to suit your personal style.

The rolled leather top handles can be carried in your hand, but are also long enough to slide over your shoulder too.

7. Saint Laurent Icare Tote

The Icare bag may be one of the more recent additions to the Saint Laurent collection, but it has proved to be an instant hit.

Originally crafted from leather the Icare has now been made from woven raffia to transform this smart tote into the dream beach bag. The bag is hand embroidered, a technique that is carried out by highly trained craftsmen, to achieve the perfect weave and stunning structure.

The front of the bag is decorated with an oversized YSL logo for an eye-catching finish. The interior is super spacious, ideal for all your beach items, and this tote comes with a matching sunglasses case – so cute!

8. Bottega Veneta Triangle Tote

You can always rely on Bottega Veneta to deliver quirky and unique bag designs – such as this Triangle Basket Weave Leather Tote. A super stylish summer tote, perfect for all those summer essentials, this bag is crafted from wide leather stripes in an open weave to create an oversized version of the signature Bottega intrecciato weave.

Inside the woven exterior, you will find a drawstring pouch to keep everything inside safe! This tote is the perfect summer accessory to add a little something different to your look.

$3,700 at Saks Fifth Avenue

9. Loewe Mini Font Tote

Loewe is known for their gorgeous collection of basket and woven raffia bags, and the Mini Loewe Font Tote is one of the new additions for this season. The mini tote has a cuboid shape made from raffia palms in Spain and then is decorated with the Loewe brand name in contrasting lettering.

Carry it in your hand via the top handles or attach the adjustable leather strap and style it over the shoulder or across the body. This bag is available in black and white if you are looking for a neutral option or pink and black if you want something brighter.

10. Marc Jacobs The Mesh Tote Bag

The Marc Jacobs tote bag comes in many different variations, but this Mesh Tote Bag is just ideal for beach days. The super lightweight bag comes in summery tones, finished with a white Marc Jacobs logo, while the tote features a zip-top and inner pocket as well as an interior zip pocket too – perfect for keeping all your essentials organized.

The lightweight nature of this bag means is easy to fold up and take away with you in your suitcase – we just love packable bags! The size of the bag also means it’s large enough to hold a few beach toys, if you have kids, and the sand will just fall out the bottom so you’re not taking half the beach home with you!

$295 at Neiman Marcus

11. Khaite Olivia Bag

The Khaite Olivia bag is so chic and stylish – the perfect accessory to pair with any of your summer looks, whether you are at the beach or not!

Made from woven raffia, this gorgeous bag has a round silhouette and is fitted with a top handle that can be worn over the shoulder or carried in your hand. Inside, there is enough room for your day-to-day essentials.

You can pick up this stunning bag in green for a pop of colour, or black, beige, or ivory if you are looking for something more neutral.

12. Chloé Woody Basket Bucket Bag

This stylish Chloé Basket Bucket Bag would be the ideal bag to take on a hot summer vacation. The straw has been woven in this curved bucket shape to create an unusual exterior and then decorated with Chloé-printed webbing, which extends to form the top handle.

This bucket bag also comes with a flat leather shoulder strap and would be the perfect bag to take while you explore around your vacation destination before a stroll along the beach.

$790 at Neiman Marcus

13. Saint Laurent YSL Crochet Raffia Hobo Bag

If you are looking for a bag with a more casual, relaxed look, then this Saint Laurent YSL Crochet Raffia Hobo Bag is just what you need. Perfect for summer days in the city or at the beach, this hobo bag is crafted from woven raffia and decorated with tan leather detailing and a gold YSL logo.

The raffia strap sits comfortably over the shoulder, while the roomy interior means you can pack this bag with all your most-needed items. This bag is a classic and will perfectly suit a wide range of outfits year after year.

$1,890 at Neiman Marcus

14. Dior Medium Book Tote

The Dior Book Tote is an iconic handbag that everyone needs in their life, and it makes the perfect beach bag for your next holiday! There are lots of different color and print choices for this stunning bag, but we love the classic look of this blue and white medium book tote, decorated with Zodiac Embroidery.

The tote features rolled canvas top handles and a roomy, structured interior which is just ideal for everything you need for a summer’s day.

$2,595 at Fashionphile

15. Prada Large Symbole embroidered handbag

This Prada tote has an easy, relaxed form but the woven jacquard design is so eye-catching. Playing on the iconic Prada triangle logo, which sits at the top of this tote bag, the entire bag is decorated with a black and beige triangle design to create this bold geometric design.

This designer tote bag also features an internal zipped pocket that will keep all your small items safe, rather than them getting lost at the bottom of the bag – perfect!

$3,950 at Prada

16. Chloé Woody Canvas Tote

The Chloé Large Woody Linen Tote is a must-have all year round, because of its sophisticated design and practicality, but it is especially suited to the summer and is perfect as a beach bag.

Available in different sizes, the large size is ideal for a beach day as it will fit your beach towel, water bottles, and sun cream. The Chloé logo webbing decorates the bag and travels up to form shoulder straps. The color combination of beige with tan leather just gives off perfect summertime vibes.

$1,550 at Neiman Marcus

17. Bottega Veneta Tote Bag

Bottega Veneta is known for playful and quirky designs, as you can see with this unique Bottega Tote Bag! The luxurious lambskin leather bag features a hand-knotted intreccio technique for a beautiful, textural look and a cotton lining that peeks through behind the knotted leather.

The top handles and detachable shoulder straps mean you can style this bag in lots of different ways, while the zip top interior is spacious and can fit everything you need for a day at the beach, then use it all summer long for a stylish look!

$3,700 at Bottega Veneta

18. Saint Laurent YSL Round Raffia Bag

This Saint Laurent crossbody bag really makes a statement! The vintage-inspired, woven raffia bag is an unusual circular shape and then is embellished with the gleaming gold YSL hardware.

The zip-top closure opens to a compact little interior to fit your holiday essentials – the perfect size for a chic and stylish evening meal out. The leather handle is adjustable so the bag can be worn on the shoulder or across the body.

$1,850 at Bergdorf Goodman

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