Choosing a raffia beach bag is mostly a question of size: big enough for everything you carry to the beach, but not so big it's a chore to carry. Here's a simple guide to our handwoven raffia bags, from oversized beach totes to small crossbody bags, with real measurements for each one.
Raffia bag size chart
All measurements are approximate. Each bag is handwoven by artisans in Madagascar, so sizes can vary by 1–2 cm.
| Bag | Size (W × H × D) | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Gisete Beach Tote | 55 × 30 × 30 cm (22 × 12 × 12 in) | Family beach days, picnics |
| Clipa XXL | 50 × 40 cm (20 × 16 in) | Beach and pool essentials |
| Clipa XXL Yoga Tote | 50 × 40 cm (20 × 16 in) | Yoga class, gym, beach |
| Biscotty | Round, 50 × 50 cm (20 × 20 in) | Statement beach tote |
| Fruity (Large) | 50 × 50 cm (20 × 20 in) | Beach, market, everyday |
| Caramel Beach Tote | Round, 40 × 40 × 22 cm (16 × 16 × 8.7 in) | Beach days with room to spare |
| Carrey Tote | 40 × 30 cm (16 × 12 in), folds flat | Travel, vacations |
| Clipa Medium | 37 × 30 × 30 cm (14.5 × 12 × 12 in) | Everyday tote, market |
| Fruity (Small) | 30 × 35 cm (12 × 14 in) | Everyday, light beach days |
| Clipa Small | 30 × 20 × 12 cm (12 × 8 × 4.7 in) | Day bag, everyday essentials |
| Cassie | 20 × 10 × 6 cm (8 × 4 × 2.4 in) | Evenings, hands-free crossbody |
| Brouly | 15 × 15 × 4 cm (6 × 6 × 1.6 in) | Phone, cards and keys |
| Buckety | Round, 15 cm high × 12 cm deep (6 × 4.7 in) | Mini bag, the bare essentials |
Large raffia beach bags (50 cm and up)
If you carry towels, sunscreen, a water bottle, snacks and a book (or you're packing for more than one person), go big.
- Gisete is our widest bag at 55 cm, with 30 cm of depth, the one to grab for full family beach days.
- Clipa XXL (50 × 40 cm) is a classic oversized beach tote. The Clipa XXL Yoga Tote is the same size, made for carrying a yoga mat.
- Biscotty and Fruity Large are both 50 × 50 cm, big bags with a lot of personality.
Medium raffia totes (35–40 cm)
The sweet spot for most people: roomy enough for the beach, but still easy to carry around town afterwards.
- Caramel Beach Tote is round, 40 cm across with 22 cm of depth, and comes in caramel, beige, black and blue.
- Carrey (40 × 30 cm) folds completely flat, so it's ideal for packing in a suitcase and using as your vacation beach bag.
- Clipa Medium (37 × 30 × 30 cm) is deep and practical, a great everyday or market tote.
Small raffia bags and crossbody bags
For evenings, city days or when you just need your phone, cards and lip balm:
- Clipa Small (30 × 20 × 12 cm) holds your daily essentials.
- Cassie (20 × 10 × 6 cm) is a small structured crossbody with a braided strap.
- Brouly and Buckety are mini bags for the bare essentials.
Quick tips for choosing
- Check the depth, not just the width. A deep bag (like Gisete, Clipa Medium or Caramel) holds far more than a flat one of the same width.
- Traveling? Choose a bag that packs easily, like the fold-flat Carrey.
- Two bags beat one huge one. Many people pair a large beach tote with a small crossbody for the evening.
- Complete the look with a matching hat. See our guide on how to choose a raffia hat.
Whichever size you choose, our raffia care guide will help it last for many summers. Shop all raffia bags.
