Dreaming of the iconic Hermès Wicker Mini Kelly? These wicker and canvas styles carry the same polished summer energy.
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. For most of us, it’s going to stay a unicorn. But! There are some beautiful wicker and rattan styles that channel that same restrained, resort-y charm.
STAUD Maude Mini Wicker Carryall Satchel
More city-chic than the others, this one feels like a solid “weekend in East Hampton” pick. Dark leather trim and a rounded top handle frame the wicker body, and the shape is unfussy. Carry it to dinner at The Palm or a late-afternoon oyster situation at Duryea’s.
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Bembien Marni Bag in Rattan, Copper
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. The handwoven rattan has leather trim, a shoulder strap and a magnetic closure, so it works for the beach club and the walk back from lunch.
Similar: J.McLaughlin Iris Wicker Handbag in Natural and Saddle
The rounded wicker top handle, saddle leather flap and gold chain strap make this one feel 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.
Hunting Season The Lattice Basket
An open-weave lattice basket with long leather shoulder straps and serious warm-weather appeal. It is great with a sundress or paired with denim cutoffs and a blazer for a little high/low moment, and it packs easily.
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.
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Still Thinking About the Iconic Original?
Totally fair. It’s iconic for a reason. Keep tabs on pre-owned wicker basket bags, vintage Miu Miu wicker basket bags, and resale sites. This is one of those pieces that turns into an heirloom.
Similar: J.McLaughlin Caryl Wicker Handbag in Natural
For another basket-style option, this wicker bucket handbag pairs a wicker body with a striped cotton lining and a leather-topped handle. Shop the similar Caryl wicker handbag.
Flabelus Ruby Mirage Mini Tropez Tote
For a color that stands out from all the natural tones, this red gingham woven mini tote has a flared basket shape, red top handles and a small tab closure. It is the one to carry with a white linen dress or a striped shirt and jeans. Shop here
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.
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