There is an exact moment of the year when leather gives way to more natural and summery fabrics like raffia, completely transforming the mood and energy of your looks. What was originally a material linked exclusively to the beach has consolidated itself as one of the great icons of style and sophistication during the warm weather months.
At Rivera Spain, we love the versatility of this type of accessories, and today we bring you the best styling tips to wear these types of bags like a true celebrity. Get inspired by our raffia collection.
Summery look with a raffia bag and dress.
Raffia bags for the beach and sunny days: pure functionality and elegance
For summer days, raffia bags are perfect. Fresh, lightweight, resistant, and with a summery touch that feels so good.
For the day, designs should be spacious and structured, where you can carry your office essentials and accessories for an impromptu lunch by the sea. The best thing about raffia is the chic touch it brings to any basic jeans and shirt look or with your favorite summer dress.
Casual look with a raffia bag.
How to combine them: this is how fashion experts wear them
The real trick of styling experts is to decontextualize raffia, taking it out of its purely beachy environment to introduce it into more sophisticated and cosmopolitan settings.
For daytime looks: basket bags and full-color designs
For mornings in the city or your vacation afternoon walks, the midi or large-sized raffia basket bag is the best option. Combine it with shirt dresses, textured two-piece sets, or fluid pleated trousers. If you want to break the monotony, opt for designs that incorporate braided color blocks or contrasting details. They will add a super fresh touch.
Add the final touch to your summery look with a matching raffia hat
For style lovers, it's not about overloading the look, but about choosing the right accessories. Accompanying your raffia bag with a matching medium-brimmed hat will not only protect you from the sun elegantly but will also take the look to another level, giving it a highly sophisticated runway vibe.
Look with a natural raffia hat.
Care guide: how to clean your raffia bag so it lasts for years
Raffia is a natural fiber and, as such, requires specific care to maintain its flexibility, its original color, and prevent it from fraying over time.
Daily maintenance and dry cleaning
- Avoid water. Extreme moisture is the great enemy of natural fibers. Never submerge your bag or put it in the washing machine.
- Spot cleaning. If it gets stained, use a cotton cloth slightly dampened in warm water with a drop of neutral soap. Rub extremely gently following the direction of the braid.
- The brushing trick. To remove dust from the nooks and crannies of the braid, use a soft-bristled brush (like a clean toothbrush) to dry clean it regularly.
- Optimal storage. At the end of the season, stuff it with paper (never newspaper, to avoid ink transfer) so it doesn't lose its original shape, and store it in a place that is not exposed to the sun.
Dazzle this summer with the new raffia collection by Rivera Spain
At Rivera Spain we believe in the perfect fusion between traditional craftsmanship and the needs of the contemporary woman. Our new collection of raffia accessories has been designed under this premise: premium quality finishes, elegant hardware, and an impeccable braid that withstands the pace of your day-to-day life. Discover the selection we have prepared for you this season and find that timeless bag you won't be able to stop using this summer.