Dreaming of the iconic Hermès Wicker Mini Kelly? You don’t need a five-figure budget to get the look—these luxe-inspired finds are just as chic (and way more attainable).
If you’ve ever laid eyes on the Hermès Wicker Mini Kelly Bag you know it’s not just a bag—it’s a flex. It looks like something you’d carry to a rosé-drenched garden lunch in Sagaponack where the hydrangeas bloom taller than your house, and the hostess has a monogrammed tennis court.
These bags are made for weekends in places where the roads are lined with cedar shingles and the errands involve picking up that famous chicken salad from Round Swamp Farm or popping into the Goop store in Sag Harbor for a last-minute hostess gift. Imagine tossing one in the back of your car as you head out to Montauk—you’re in a gauzy cover-up, someone’s playing Khruangbin, and your wicker bag is packed with Turkish towels and rosé gummies. Or maybe you’re just staying put, but want to channel those summer-in-the-Hamptons vibes.
With its wicker body and Swift leather trim, the Hermès Wicker Mini Kelly Picnic is the unicorn of summer bags. Unless you’re ready to drop $50k, it’s going to stay a unicorn. But! There are some very good lookalikes out there that channel that same restrained, resort-y charm.
Surell Padlock Two-Way Satchel
More city-chic than the others, this one feels like a solid “weekend in East Hampton” pick. The padlock nods to high fashion, but the shape is unfussy. Carry it to dinner at The Palm or a late-afternoon oyster situation at Duryea’s.
$89.99 Shop here
Mark & Graham Waterproof Caning Crossbody
This one surprised me. It has a very Hermès-y energy but feels low-key and wearable, even if you’re not on a yacht. It’s also waterproof (genius), so you don’t have to baby it at the beach club or when it inevitably gets splashed with poolside spritz.
$119 Shop here
Mark & Graham Wicker Leather Crossbody with Bamboo Handles
The bamboo top handle makes this one feel especially vintage—in the best way. It’s structured enough to look polished with a linen midi dress, but not so precious you’d be afraid to toss it in the bike basket on the way to Sconset Market in Nantucket.
$169 Shop here
Prada Mini Wicker and Leather Panier Bag
If you’re set on a designer option but don’t want to venture into Hermès territory, this Prada is peak modern coastal. Picture it with a cream crochet cover-up and wet hair, wandering the gardens at La Réserve in Ramatuelle.
$2,900 Shop here
The Best Hermès Lookalike — Editor Pick
This one is shockingly good. The structured silhouette, leather trim, and gold clasp give total Mini Kelly energy without the five-figure commitment. If you want that perfect mix of resort polish and French-girl practicality, this is the one to get. Hands down the closest we’ve seen.
$138 Shop here
Chic Mini Woven Crossbody
Tiny but mighty. This mini crossbody has serious warm-weather appeal — great with a sundress or paired with denim cutoffs and a blazer for a little high/low moment. Lightweight, versatile, and easy to pack.
$247.50 (50% off) Final Sale
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Leather + Rattan Structured Satchel
Love this one for the structured top handle and the contrast of leather and natural fibers — polished without being try-hard. The kind of piece that works in the Hamptons, on the Amalfi Coast, or anywhere that calls for something elevated but effortless.
$109 Shop here
Still Thinking About the Real Thing?
Totally fair. It’s iconic for a reason. Keep tabs on Fashionphile, 1st Dibs, and The RealReal (they have one listed right now — blink and it’ll be gone). This is one of those pieces that turns into an heirloom.
More Summer Basket Energy
If you’re into this look (and honestly, who isn’t right now?), don’t miss our Mytheresa sale post — great Loewe and Zimmermann finds in the mix. Also worth bookmarking: Our Favorite Bags of the Season, from Mytheresa.
