Simons
Half-Moon Braided Straw Crossbody Bag
This half-moon crossbody bag is made of braided paper straw with a fabric lining, featuring a zip top closure and an adjustable web crossbody strap. It has two interior slit pockets for organization and measures 6.75 inches (17 cm) high, 12 inches (30.5 cm) long, and 3.5 inches (9 cm) wide. The bag is designed for hands-free carrying of personal essentials.
- Material
- Braided paper straw, fabric lining
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- casual, bohemian
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Handbags, Wallets & Cases > Handbags
Color
Size
Specifications
Half-moon shaped crossbody bag made of braided paper straw with fabric lining and adjustable strap.
Zip top closure, adjustable web strap, two slit pockets, braided straw material.
- Material
- Braided paper straw, fabric lining
- Style
- casual, bohemian
- Occasion
- vacation, beach-day, casual
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 12x3.5x6.75 in
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Handbags, Wallets & Cases > Handbags
Additional Attributes
- braided paper straw construction
- fabric lining
- zip top closure
- adjustable web crossbody strap
- two interior slit pockets
- half-moon silhouette
- lightweight design
- natural texture
Product Insights
The Simons Half-Moon Braided Straw Crossbody Bag, at $39 CAD, delivers the same half-moon silhouette as $400 luxury brands but with a lightweight paper straw weave that feels soft and maintains its shape. Its zip top and two slit pockets provide security and organization, and its 3.5-inch depth fits a water bottle and paperback, unlike slim competitors that only hold a phone and wallet. However, the 12-inch width can overwhelm petite frames unless packed sparsely, the bag softens when wet, fraying is inevitable (though lining traps fibers), and the Ivory/Cream Beige color appears paler than images.
Verified claims
- Silhouette
- Same half-moon silhouette as Tory Burch and The Row designs.
- Material
- Braided paper straw is lightweight engineered yarn for crisp silhouette.
- Capacity
- At 3.5 inches deep, this bag fits a water bottle and paperback; slim competitors only a phone and wallet.
- Proportion on petite
- Buyers report the bag's 12-inch width can overwhelm petite frames unless packed sparsely to keep it close to body.
- Weight
- Paper straw makes bag exceptionally light, not dragging down petite frame during extended wear.
- Security
- Zip top prevents spills, theft, and weather damage unlike flap closures.
- Interior pockets
- Two interior slit pockets keep small items secure under the zip closure.
- Lightness
- Lighter than natural straw or leather, and comfortable for all-day wear and travel.
- Weave feel
- Customers report the straw weave feels soft and comfortable against the skin.
- Weather resistance
- Zip top provides some rain protection, but the bag temporarily softens when wet and regains shape as it dries.
- Fraying and care
- Fabric lining traps loose fibers from inevitable fraying; store in a dust bag to slow further shedding and fading.
- Exclusivity & trend
- Simons-exclusive half-moon bag delivers the same shape as $400 luxury bags for $39.
- Value
- At $39 CAD, undercuts & Other Stories by 50-60% and has a zip-top and adjustable web strap.
- Color accuracy
- The Ivory/Cream Beige colorway appears paler than product images.
- Interior organization
- Two interior slit pockets keep cards and keys accessible without a separate wallet.
Product record
- Title
- Half-Moon Braided Straw Crossbody Bag
- Brand
- Simons
- Price
- 39 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
How paper straw holds up over a season
- Paper straw construction makes this crossbody noticeably lighter than natural straw alternatives, keeping it comfortable across hours of market strolls or beachside wear without shoulder strain.
- Paper straw loses stiffness rapidly when wet, so the crisp half-moon silhouette relies on dry conditions; a surprise downpour can cause the braid to relax and the profile to soften, though it typically regains some structure as it dries.
- The full fabric lining acts as a barrier between the braided exterior and your belongings, so any loose fibers that naturally work free from the weave stay trapped inside the lining rather than clinging to your phone or keys.
- The 'braided paper straw' is actually tightly twisted kraft or pulp paper yarn, delivering a consistent braid thickness; this uniformity is why the six colorways read as smooth and saturated rather than the natural color variations seen in plant-straw bags.
What fits inside the half-moon straw bag
- Two slip pockets sewn inside the fabric lining provide dedicated immediate-access storage for cards, cash, and a small key fob, eliminating the need for a bulky wallet and freeing up the main compartment for larger casual items.
- The 12-inch length accommodates a standard novel or paperback alongside a continental wallet and a smartphone, while the 3.5-inch width lets a hard sunglasses case lie flat without distorting the woven straw body.
- The braided paper straw construction gives the bag a self-supporting structure that holds its shape even when partially packed, preventing slouching and making it easier to reach for a phone or keys without the sides collapsing inward.
How it compares to similar straw crossbody bags
- The Simons bag’s 3.5-inch (9 cm) depth is more than double the 1.6-inch (4 cm) depth of the & Other Stories zip-closure half-moon straw bag — this extra volume lets it carry a small water bottle, sunscreen, and a book simultaneously, while the slimmer & Other Stories design is better suited to a phone, wallet, and keys only, making the Simons bag the more versatile companion for a full beach day.
- Two slit pockets inside the Simons bag provide quick access to small items like a transit card or earbuds — the & Other Stories half-moon straw bags list no interior pockets, leaving everything in one main compartment, so the Simons design helps keep tiny essentials from migrating to the bottom of the bag.
- Market as a Simons exclusive, this bag is tailored for the Canadian department store’s own assortment — unlike widely distributed competitors, it won’t appear in mass-market catalogs under a different label, giving it a curated, small-batch feel at the $39 price point.
- The adjustable fabric web strap on the Simons bag eliminates the metal bulk and shoulder pressure of the gold-toned chain straps on & Other Stories models — at a beach or farmers’ market where the bag is worn for hours, the lighter, softer strap is a practical advantage, and the adjustability means it can be shortened for shoulder carry or lengthened for crossbody wear across different body sizes.
- At $39 CAD, the Simons bag is roughly 60% less than the £55 ($93 CAD) & Other Stories flap-closure half-moon straw bag and about 50% less than the £45 ($76 CAD) zip version — all three use paper straw as the primary material, so the difference comes from the Simons bag’s simpler fabric web strap and in-house exclusive production rather than a material downgrade.
- Unlike the & Other Stories flap-closure version, the Simons bag secures with a zip top — the zip keeps contents from spilling if the bag tips over and deters pickpockets in busy settings, and the & Other Stories bag that does offer a zip (the £45 style) downgrades from duo to single chain straps, whereas the Simons bag pairs the zip with its full web strap, delivering both security and comfort at the entry price.
- The half-moon straw silhouette is mirrored in luxury lines like Tory Burch (approximately $400) and The Row, confirming it as a summer 2025 trend — the Simons bag delivers the same crescent profile for under $40, making it an easy entry into the style without the commitment of a premium-priced accessory.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
A bright pink, half-moon woven bag with visible crochet/braided straw texture, a top zipper closure, and a matching adjustable fabric shoulder strap with slider buckle.
- ShapeHalf-moon crescent shape with a flat top edge and rounded lower body.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.52 · w 0.72 · h 0.36 (high) - Material and textureWoven or crocheted straw-like material with visible looped stitch rows creating a ribbed texture across the body.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.56 · w 0.66 · h 0.30 (high) - ClosureTop zipper closure running along the flat top edge, zipper teeth and tape visible.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.49 · w 0.60 · h 0.12 (high) - Strap typeNarrow flat fabric shoulder strap in the same pink color as the bag, attached to the bag sides.
2 regions
x 0.40 · y 0.06 · w 0.16 · h 0.60 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.34 · w 0.18 · h 0.32 (high) - Adjustable hardwareRectangular slider buckle on the strap for length adjustment, same pink fabric threaded through it.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.34 · w 0.10 · h 0.18 (high) - Side seam detailThicker braided trim along the curved side seams and lower edge creating a defined border.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.56 · w 0.18 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.56 · w 0.16 · h 0.28 (high)
Other
Lifestyle studio shot showing the bag held by a model's hand against a soft sky and sea background; visible arm with bracelets and even studio lighting and soft shadowing.
- Hand holding strapA single hand grasps the strap near its top; fingers are visible and the hand is centered near the top of the image.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.02 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high) - Wrist accessoriesThree beaded and shell bracelets on the wrist of the hand holding the strap.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.18 · w 0.18 · h 0.14 (high) - BackgroundSoft pale blue sky above a turquoise sea with small specular highlights on the water, out of focus.
2 regions
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.52 (high); x 0.00 · y 0.52 · w 1.00 · h 0.48 (high) - Shot compositionVertical portrait orientation with the bag centered horizontally and occupying the lower two thirds of the frame; even soft lighting with minimal harsh shadows.
Colors
vibrant pink· bodyvibrant pink· strap#D33B73- ShapeHalf-moon crescent shape with a flat top edge and rounded lower body.
- 02
Product
Front-facing crescent (half-moon) woven straw bag in bright pink with a wide adjustable fabric crossbody strap laid across the front and base; textured crocheted weave and a flattened base are clearly visible.
- Overall shapeCrescent or half-moon shaped body with a gently curved top opening and a flattened bottom so the bag sits upright.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.52 · w 0.76 · h 0.26 (high) - Exterior material and textureTightly crocheted or braided straw-like material showing a repeating looped stitch pattern across the entire body surface.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.52 · w 0.72 · h 0.24 (high) - Base detailFlattened base panel visible at bottom center with the woven material wrapping under to create a stable footprint.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.70 · w 0.36 · h 0.08 (medium) - Strap typeWide flat adjustable crossbody strap made from woven fabric webbing laid across the front and extending to both sides of the bag.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.60 · w 0.28 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.50 · w 0.36 · h 0.40 (high) - Strap hardwareRectangular adjustable slider on the strap visible on the right side, matching the strap color.
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.66 · w 0.10 · h 0.14 (medium) - Attachment pointsStrap appears threaded through the top ends of the bag on both left and right sides where the woven body narrows into a short tab.
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.52 · w 0.10 · h 0.18 (medium); x 0.78 · y 0.48 · w 0.12 · h 0.22 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot on a neutral light gray background with soft shadow under the bag; even frontal lighting and minimal reflections.
- Background and shadowUniform pale gray background with a soft drop shadow beneath the bag concentrated under the base and strap.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.72 · w 0.80 · h 0.20 (high) - Shot compositionBag is centered horizontally and located in the lower half of the frame, leaving ample empty space above.
- Lighting qualityDiffuse, even lighting with soft shadows and minimal specular highlights, showing texture clearly.
Colors
bright pink· woven bodyhot pink· fabric strap and slider- Overall shapeCrescent or half-moon shaped body with a gently curved top opening and a flattened bottom so the bag sits upright.
- 03
Product
Close-up view of a half-moon shaped woven straw crossbody bag in bright pink showing the exterior braided texture, top zipper opening, interior fabric lining with slip pockets, and a wide woven strap attachment.
- Body shapeCurved half-moon / crescent exterior with a dome-like bottom visible; front and side body surfaces are shown.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.28 · w 0.78 · h 0.62 (high) - Exterior weaveTightly braided straw or raffia-style weave forming a textured, looped pattern across the bag exterior.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.28 · w 0.78 · h 0.62 (high) - Top zipper closureFull-length zipper at the top opening with a braided trim running alongside the zipper teeth.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.02 · w 0.84 · h 0.18 (high) - Interior liningSmooth fabric interior lining visible through the open top; lining contains multiple narrow slip pockets sewn to the inner wall.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.04 · w 0.68 · h 0.28 (high) - Shoulder strap attachmentWide flat woven fabric strap attached at the bag upper side; strap material appears smooth and tightly woven.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.12 · w 0.36 · h 0.36 (high)
Other
Studio product shot cropped to show a close-up detail of the bag on a plain light gray background with soft shadow beneath; even lighting and slight top-down camera angle.
- Background and shadowUniform light gray backdrop with a soft dark shadow under the bag toward the lower left, indicating studio lighting.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shot compositionCropped close-up framing showing the bag from a slightly elevated angle, focusing on the top opening and front weave; right edge shows strap extending out of frame.
Colors
bright fuchsia pink· woven exterior#FC94CBdeep magenta pink· interior lining#C30354saturated pink· shoulder strap#FD7CC3- Body shapeCurved half-moon / crescent exterior with a dome-like bottom visible; front and side body surfaces are shown.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
22 total22 reviews · out of 5
Crossbody Bag
Great bag for spring/summer Nice colour and bag is light.
Just what I was looking
Just what I was looking for!
Cute bag. Gorgeous colour
Great summer bag in the new-ish smaller bag trend.
Amazing!
Well constructed, simple and stylish
Joli sac.
Beau en bleu, léger et de plus la paille est douce. Parfait pour moi.
Sac rose prix très abordable.
Parfait pour aller en voyage, léger et prend peu de place dans la valise et donne du punch à vêtements couleur rose.
Grandeur
Sac facile à porter, bonne grandeur, idéal pour l’été
je l'aime
Il est très pratique pour l'été. IL est petit, mais super quand on veut un petit format.
Sac bandouillere
J'adore
Not for me
Wasn’t fond of the finishing and found it too wide for my petite frame.
Très bien
Très bien
Sac bandoulière
Je cherchais un sac pour la saison estival et je l’ai trouvé!
Belle grandeur
La paille est de qualité, mais il me semblait trop pâle. Je l’ai retourné car moins pratique pour moi.
Pratique et idéal pour l'été
Le design est tendance et très pratique. Je suis juste un peu déçue de la taille. Sur la photo avec le mannequin, j'avais l'impression qu'il serait plus gros que ça et la forme demi-lune ne favorise pas l'optimisation de l'espace. Si vous optez pour ce sac, vous devrez sortir léger avec le strict minimum.
Très pratique
J’aime les plus petit sac pour la saison estivale. Celui ci ira a merveille avec n’importe quel vêtements cet été. J’adore!
Great bag
Really love this crossbody bag for the summer. It's just the right size and matches perfectly with all my summer outfits.
Cute
Such a cute and functional bag. Just the right size. Love it.
Sac joli et original
Le sac banane de l’été ! Sa confection, sa couleur et sa taille en font le sac passe-partout de l’été. Un bel achat très satisfaisant 👍👏👏
J'adore ! belle grandeur !
J'adore ! belle grandeur !
colour
yes
Parfait
J'avais peur que le sac soit trop petit, mais j'ai pris une chance: la grandeur, et la couleur, sont parfaites!
Love this bag!
Just what I wanted! Love it!
Q&A
3 answered- Will a standard smartphone (e.g., iPhone 14 Pro Max) fit inside the zip compartment or in the slit pockets?
- Yes, a standard smartphone like the iPhone 14 Pro Max (6.33" height, 3.05" width) should fit inside the main zip compartment, which measures 12" x 6.75". The two slit pockets inside are smaller but may accommodate the phone if it is not too bulky.
- Is the braided paper straw material treated to prevent fraying or shedding, and is it water-resistant?
- The braided paper straw material is not described as treated for water resistance or fray prevention in the product details. Paper straw is generally not water-resistant and may shed or fray over time with use.
- What is the best way to clean or store this straw bag to avoid damage?
- To clean, gently brush off dust with a soft brush or wipe with a slightly damp cloth and dry immediately. Store in a dust bag or pillowcase away from direct sunlight and moisture to prevent damage.