17 best beach bags for every holiday, trip and getaway this summer (and beyond)
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In the same way that a bikini or one-piece swimsuit is a highly-considered purchase, your hunt for the best beach bags should also be given the same time and attention, so that you end up with something that will see you through many years of holidays. Accessories maketh an outfit, after all.
The days when you'd retrieve a misshapen and sand-filled beach bag from the depths of your wardrobe – seconds before you leave for the airport – are long gone. Now, beach bags are your trusty sunshine sidekick and in recent years raffia bags have become cult items you can wear at home too.
Designer brands have made beach bags the new investment piece, with the Loewe basket bag and the Prada raffia tote bag all but taking over our social media feeds, proving that they work just as well in the city as they do poolside. Another one we can't stop lusting after in the GLAMOUR offices? Coach's Straw Tote (which is, coincidentally, on sale RN).
So whether you’re making a beeline for the airport or heading off on a British weekend break, your spring/summer looks won't be complete without a summer bag in tow. Luckily, there are plenty of stylish designs doing the rounds right now that'll take you from the check-in gate, to the beach, to bar and back again.
For 2024, raffia, bamboo and canvas styles remain big news, while Dragon Diffusion's woven leather is also beautiful for sun-drenched holidays. Loewe's basket bags are still going strong, and the latest collaboration with Paula's Ibiza sees the house's iconic It-bags, such as the Puzzle and the Puzzle Fold, receive a raffia treatment. Saint Laurent's Rive Gauche tote is what Rosie Huntington-Whiteley takes with her to the Amalfi Coast, and has enough space for valuables like your book, sandals, sun cream/sunscreen/SPF, a spare T-shirt and possibly even your kitchen sink.
There are some equally-chic beach bags over on the high street, too, which look endlessly more expensive than their accessible price tags would suggest. Need proof? Marks & Spencer's square-shaped basket bag has us dreaming of a vacation to the Amalfi coast, while H&M's jute-blend shopper looks ten times its price.
Want to prepare for summer even more? We've got tonnes of swimwear guides, including all the best crinkle swimsuits from the hottest swimwear brands. Plus, all the summer dresses, and beach essentials you'll need for the warm weather ahead.
Here are the best beach bags to shop now, before the end of summer.
- 1/17
Carryall Beach Bags
Why we love it: “This is a beach bag for those, like me, who don't travel lightly; it will quite literally fit half of your suitcase inside it. But be warned – all of your travel companions will want to put their things in it too.” – Denise Primbet, GLAMOUR UK Commerce Writer.
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- 2/17
Roomy Beach Bags For All Your Beach Accessories
Why we love it: If you're looking to implement those rustic interior vibes that are everywhere at the moment into your fashion repertoire, look no further than this tassel bag. It'll fit all seven of those books you've ambitiously bought to read on your holiday. It is crafted from a cotton jacquard weave and the lining gives it a polished finish.
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- 3/17
Best Bag For Beach Day
Loewe Small Leather-Trimmed Woven Raffia Tote
Why we love it: The OG Loewe basket bag that, subsequently, made us fall in love with every other raffia offering from the Spanish luxury brand. It is crafted from raffia with tan leather straps and a logo-embossed patch on the front of the bag. Given most designer bags cost thousands of pounds, this is a recognisable It-bag for under £400.
Dimensions: W30 x H17.5 x D13.5cm.
- 4/17
Crossbody Bag For Beach
Why we love it: Although this is in many ways a relatively simple basket bag, the rectangular shape gives it more polish and structure than you're typical beach bag. It also has a magnetic fastening and a zipped pocket, which will help you locate your room key and credit card at the end of a long day of lounging. Oh, and it's less than £50.
Dimensions: W32 x H26 x D12cm.
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5/17Best Beach Bag Work Bag
Why we love it: “Work bag meets holiday is the first thing I thought of when I tested this Coach design (it fits a 13" laptop). It serves it's purpose all while looking super sleek and professional – which is everything I wanted and more. The dark colour means it's city appropriate as well as sand-ready, so it's 10/10 from me.” – Chrissie Moncrieffe, GLAMOUR UK Creative Producer.
Dimensions: L10 x H13 x W7in.
6/17Bestseller Beach Tote Bags
Why we love it: Chances are you've seen this Prada raffia tote all over your Instagram feed, as it is a celebrity favourite loved by Rosie Huntington-Whitely and Hailey Bieber. Prada's open-weave totes comes in lots of colours, however this natural hue is a real classic.
Dimensions: H37.5 x W36 x D4cm
7/17Bright Beach Bag For Summer
Siedrés x Mango Natural Fibre Shopper Bag
Why we love it: “A beach bag isn't a beach bag unless it fits everything – and I mean everything – inside it, in my opinion. This one does that and brings a loud pop of colour to my usually black outfits.” – Mayola Fernandes, GLAMOUR UK Commerce Writer.
Dimensions: L21.6 x H13.7 x W8.6in.
8/17Large Beach Bags/Travel Bags
Why we love it: When it comes to designer beach bags, the Saint Laurent Rive Gauche lines are some of the most iconic. Rosie Huntington-Whiteley loves the canvas style, while we love this year's raffia version, which has the logo embroidered into the body of the bag. You'll look like you've just strolled out of the Hotel du Cap.
Dimensions: H35 x W39 x D15cm.
- 9/17
Best Beach Bags To Use Every Day
Why we love it: The colour! Need we say any more? The spherical shape makes this bag really striking, while the zipped pocket means you can keep all your valuables safe without fear of anything dropping in the sea. It is also available in black, however this lime shade is really special and will add a zesty punch to any summer look.
Dimensions: W23.5 x H29.5x D11cm.
- 10/17
Best Bag For Boujie Beach Trip
Loewe + Paula's Ibiza Medium Embroidered Striped Raffia Tote
Why we love it: Loewe's long-standing collaboration with Paula's Ibiza always delivers summer vibes, and this striped raffia version of the house's current beach bag du jour is bound to be all over Instagram this year. It's big enough to fit all of your beach supplies, but will be perfect for summer weekends at home too.
Dimensions: H25 x W30 x D15cm.
- 11/17
Best Crochet Beach Bags
Why we love it: Just looking at this bag has us dreaming of long rose-fuelled lunches in Ibiza. The loose knit weave has a Balearic charm, while the inside lining has a zipper which makes it practical for city breaks as your belongings will feel more securely tucked away. We almost can't believe it's a high street find, and not something sourced in a local market in the Med.
Dimensions: W6.3 x H12.99 x D12.99in.
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- 12/17
Best Carry On Beach Bags
Saint Laurent Panier Leather-Trimmed Raffia Tote
Why we love it: Because it'll see us from summer through to winter – and that makes this beach bag a winner for us. This ‘Panier’ tote has us dreaming of Provence, as the Parisian house has put its own spin on the woven bags that you see all over the Riviera.
Dimensions: W42 x H27 x D27cm.
13/17Affordable Beach Bag
My Accessories Mini Straw Tote Bag with Contrast Strap
Why we love it: Large enough to hold your sun cream, sunglasses, hat, phone and water bottle, this £25 beach bag from My Accessories at ASOS is the only companion you need for warm weather.
Dimensions: W38 x H21.5 x D12cm.
- 14/17
Best Beachy Bag For Boho Beachgoers
Why we love it: Boho vibes all summer long, please! Basket bags will always be associated with French style and so it's not surprising that Parisian favourite Sezane is loved for its woven totes. Crafted in the Madagascar atelier, the circular shape makes this really distinctive.
Dimensions: W37 x H44 x D35cm.
15/17Best High Street Beach Bag
Stone Stripe Straw Effect Basket Bag
Why we love it: You seriously wouldn't know this beach bag costs less than £30. The best part is it's lined, too, and has a slip pocket so you don't lose your valuables in the depths.
Dimensions: H30 x W24.5 x D14.5cm.
16/17Best Beach Bag With Pouch
Why we love it: Looking for a beach bag that'll last you for years to come and that's currently on sale? Kurt Geiger has got you – this one comes with a cute zip-able pouch too which you can use separately as a clutch.
Dimensions: H24 x L27 x D9cm.
17/17Stripey Beach Bag
Manhattan Striped Woven Straw Large Tote
Why we love it: Much like it's namesake borough, the Manhattan tote never seems to feel full no matter how much you cram inside. Sand and all.
Dimensions: W16.5 x H13.5 x D7in.
