Knotted fringes striped braided raffia tote bag product image (primary)
A medium-sized braided raffia tote with horizontal stripes, knotted fringe at the top edge, brown leather double shoulder straps, and a small crocheted cherry-style charm hanging from one strap.

Vanessa Bruno

Knotted Fringes Striped Braided Raffia Tote Bag

CA$99.95CAD
Out of Stock

Vanessa Bruno's Knotted Fringes Striped Braided Raffia Tote Bag is a woven tote made from raffia and cotton, with burnt orange stripes and short knotted fringes along the trim, accented with genuine leather handles. It features grab or shoulder handles, an interior with a small zip pocket and slit pockets, and comes with a signature dust bag; dimensions are 10.25 by 20.75 by 6.25 inches (26 x 53 x 16 cm) and it is made in Madagascar. User reviews highlight the brand's good quality and hardware that is scratch-resistant, comparing favorably to Furla.

Color
Burnt Orange Stripes
Material
Raffia and cotton, genuine leather accents
Gender
female
Style
casual, boho-chic, romantic, resort
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Handbags, Wallets & Cases > Handbags

Size

ONE SIZE

Specifications

Braided raffia tote bag with burnt orange stripes and knotted fringes, featuring leather accents.

Braided raffia construction, burnt orange stripes, knotted fringes, genuine leather accents, inside zip and slit pockets, signature dust bag.

Color
Burnt Orange Stripes · orange
Material
Raffia and cotton, genuine leather accents
Secondary
cotton
Style
casual, boho-chic, romantic, resort
Occasion
vacation, everyday
Gender
female
Age Group
adult
Condition
new
Dimensions
20.75x6.25x10.25 in
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Handbags, Wallets & Cases > Handbags

Additional Attributes

  • Braided raffia construction
  • Burnt orange stripes
  • Knotted fringes along the trim
  • Genuine leather accents
  • Grab or shoulder handles (dual carry options)
  • Small zip pocket inside
  • Slit pocket inside
  • Made in Madagascar
  • Signature dust bag included
  • Dimensions: 10.25" H x 20.75" L x 6.25" W
  • Raffia and cotton blend
  • Summer-ready design

Product Insights

Inspired by 90s rock icons and Charlotte Rampling's anti-fashion stance, this Vanessa Bruno tote is handwoven in Madagascar over 5–22 days from raffia, cotton, and calf leather, featuring burnt orange stripes and knotted fringe for a romantic boho-chic look that sets it apart from minimalist raffia bags. Priced at $99.95 CAD (originally $495), it undercuts Madewell and J.Crew alternatives. The 53 cm length offers 15% more capacity than the brand's Raffia Basket With Stripes, and lightweight raffia with long leather handles ensures comfortable all-day shoulder carry. With a bohemian-rebel aesthetic reflecting a soft-edge, rock-bohemian, anti-it-bag ethos, this young-Parisian cult label's sale item includes full packaging and a dust bag, but the open top lacks closure and requires careful handling to prevent small items from spilling; keep raffia dry, avoid overstuffing, and store in the dust bag for occasional summer use.

Verified claims

Brand inspiration
Brand inspiration from 90s rock icons and Charlotte Rampling, with an anti-fashion stance.
Craftsmanship
Each bag is handwoven in Madagascar over 5–22 days from raffia, cotton, and calf leather.
Design style
Burnt orange stripes and knotted fringe create a romantic boho-chic look, unlike minimalist raffia bags.
Value
At $99.95 CAD (orig. $495), it costs less than Madewell ($190) and J.Crew ($178) raffia bags.
Visual impact
Stripes and knotted fringe, plus a generous 20.75-inch silhouette, set this tote apart from minimalist raffia options.
Design philosophy
Design reflects a soft edge, rock-bohemian, anti-it-bag ethos inspired by Charlotte Rampling and Parisian insider style.
Capacity
At 53 cm long, this tote is 15% longer than the brand's Raffia Basket With Stripes.
Carry comfort
Lightweight raffia and shoulder-length handles allow all-day carrying.
Aesthetic
Bohemian-rebel identity via burnt orange stripes and knotted fringe.
Brand appeal
Young-Parisian cult brand with a bohemian, rock-inspired style that does not follow fashion trends.
Unboxing
Includes a signature dust bag and branded packaging, ensuring a designer unboxing even at clearance.
Clearance and packaging
Sale price is for a previous-season model with full retail packaging and dust bag.
Hardware
Scratch-resistant hardware confirmed by community feedback.
Brand pedigree
Vanessa Bruno is an independent Parisian label with a fashion-dictate-defying ethos and cult following.
Accessibility
Open top with no closure; small items may fall out if tipped; interior has small zip and slit pockets.
Care
Keep raffia dry, avoid overstuffing, store in dust bag to minimize fraying; best for occasional summer use.
Shoulder comfort
Long leather handles allow comfortable all-day shoulder carry despite the bag's width.
Versatility
Equally viable with a linen dress or a relaxed blazer.

Product record

Title
Knotted Fringes Striped Braided Raffia Tote Bag
Brand
Vanessa Bruno
Price
495 CAD
Availability
Out of stock

Image Analysis

3 images
Knotted fringes striped braided raffia tote bag product image (primary)
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Product

A medium-sized braided raffia tote with horizontal stripes, knotted fringe at the top edge, brown leather double shoulder straps, and a small crocheted cherry-style charm hanging from one strap.

  • Body shapeSoft, rounded tote body with a slightly trapezoidal silhouette wider at the top and a relaxed, unstructured form.
    1 regionx 0.51 · y 0.28 · w 0.37 · h 0.30 (high)
  • Material and weaveBraided raffia straw construction with visible woven texture and slightly uneven natural fiber surface.
    1 regionx 0.55 · y 0.30 · w 0.30 · h 0.22 (high)
  • Striped patternAlternating horizontal stripes of a muted rust-orange color and a lighter natural/cream raffia banding across the body.
    1 regionx 0.55 · y 0.30 · w 0.30 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Top fringeKnotted fringe trim along the bag rim consisting of loose raffia fibers forming a textured skirt around the opening.
    1 regionx 0.53 · y 0.22 · w 0.34 · h 0.08 (high)
  • Shoulder strapsTwo narrow, rounded brown leather shoulder straps attached with visible metal loops; straps are long enough to be worn over the shoulder.
    1 regionx 0.60 · y 0.16 · w 0.14 · h 0.30 (high)
  • CharmCrocheted or knitted decorative charm hanging from the right side of the bag in red and green, shaped like small cherries or fruit bunches.
    1 regionx 0.73 · y 0.30 · w 0.09 · h 0.15 (high)

Other

Lifestyle scene showing a woman in a yellow dress holding a cup next to a teal cart with a visible flavor sign; cobblestone ground and a plant pot are in the background.

  • Model stylingWoman wearing a sleeveless yellow midi dress holding a plastic cup with a straw in front of her torso; visible from neck to mid-calf.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.06 · w 0.40 · h 0.72 (high)
  • FootwearFlat sandals with metallic round disc embellishments on the straps.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.80 · w 0.28 · h 0.15 (high)
  • Teal cart and wheelTurquoise/teal vendor cart with a visible black wheel and a printed flavor board attached to the side.
    2 regionsx 0.02 · y 0.28 · w 0.35 · h 0.50 (high); x 0.75 · y 0.64 · w 0.17 · h 0.22 (high)
  • Flavor sign, legibility noteVertical white panel with red and blue text listing beverage flavor names; most lines are legible.
    1 regionx 0.04 · y 0.36 · w 0.25 · h 0.46 (high)
  • Background elementsPotted plant and cobblestone street visible in the upper right and right background, contributing to an outdoor setting.
    2 regionsx 0.84 · y 0.04 · w 0.16 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.44 · w 0.28 · h 0.44 (high)

Colors

natural raffia beige· straw body (natural bands)#F1DEB9muted rust orange· striped bands#B44A2Cdark brown leather· shoulder straps#542413bright green· charm detailberry red· charm detail#AD431B
Knotted fringes striped braided raffia tote bag product image 2
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Product

Front-facing woven raffia tote with horizontal natural and rust stripes, knotted fringe trim along the top, and two long brown leather shoulder straps with visible white topstitching.

  • Overall shapeWide, trapezoidal open-top tote silhouette with a gently rounded base and a wider mouth than base.
    1 regionx 0.08 · y 0.28 · w 0.84 · h 0.56 (high)
  • Material and weaveHandwoven braided raffia construction showing alternating tight crochet-like rows and looser braided rows throughout the body.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.38 · w 0.76 · h 0.44 (high)
  • Color patternAlternating horizontal stripes of natural beige raffia and rust-orange raffia across the bag body.
    1 regionx 0.10 · y 0.40 · w 0.80 · h 0.48 (high)
  • Top fringeKnotted fringe trim of loose natural raffia strands running along the full top opening, creating a textured fringe edge.
    1 regionx 0.10 · y 0.24 · w 0.80 · h 0.14 (high)
  • Shoulder strapsPair of long flat brown leather shoulder straps attached near the bag rim, each strap shows contrasting white topstitching along the edges.
    1 regionx 0.39 · y 0.06 · w 0.22 · h 0.66 (high)
  • Strap attachmentStraps loop through stitched leather tabs at the bag rim and are secured at two attachment points visible on the front face.
    1 regionx 0.32 · y 0.36 · w 0.36 · h 0.18 (medium)
  • Base detailRounded base with the same woven pattern continuing, slightly flattened where it meets the surface creating a soft shadow underneath.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.68 · w 0.76 · h 0.14 (high)

Other

Studio product shot centered on a light neutral background with even front lighting and a soft shadow beneath the bag.

  • Background and stagingPlain light gray background with the bag centered and no additional props.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
  • ShadowSoft diffuse shadow directly beneath the bag indicating downward studio lighting.
    1 regionx 0.26 · y 0.78 · w 0.48 · h 0.10 (high)
  • Shot compositionFront-facing product view filling most of the frame, top of straps nearly reaching the top edge of the image.

Colors

natural beige· natural raffia (body stripes and fringe)#EDEDEDrust orange· rust-orange raffia stripesmedium brown· shoulder straps
Knotted fringes striped braided raffia tote bag product image 3
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Product

Close-up of a braided raffia tote top section showing knotted fringes, horizontal woven stripes in natural and rust tones, and two brown leather shoulder straps with contrast stitching plus a small rectangular leather nameplate.

  • Top knotted fringeLoose untwisted raffia fringes protruding from the top edge of the woven body, fibers uneven in length and oriented upward and outward.
    1 regionx 0.22 · y 0.02 · w 0.56 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Woven body patternHorizontal braided/looped rows of natural-colored raffia alternating with a solid rust-colored woven stripe; the weave shows open square-like holes in some rows and tighter crochet-like rows in others.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.20 · w 0.88 · h 0.60 (high)
  • Leather shoulder strapsTwo flat brown leather straps attached to the bag with visible rectangular stitched reinforcements; straps have white contrast topstitching along both edges.
    2 regionsx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 0.28 · h 0.62 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.00 · w 0.28 · h 0.62 (high)
  • Leather nameplateSmall rectangular brown leather patch stitched onto the raffia surface, debossed with brand text.
    1 regionx 0.40 · y 0.30 · w 0.16 · h 0.08 (high)
  • Brand text on nameplateVANESSA BRUNO
    1 regionx 0.40 · y 0.30 · w 0.16 · h 0.08 (high)
  • Secondary text on nameplatePARISPartial
    1 regionx 0.45 · y 0.34 · w 0.06 · h 0.03 (medium)

Other

Studio-style close-up photograph with neutral light gray background, diagonal composition showing the bag at an angle, even soft lighting and minimal shadow.

  • Shot compositionDiagonal close-up framing of the bag's top half, cropping out lower portions of the body and the strap ends.
  • BackgroundUniform light gray background with no visible props or packaging.
  • Lighting and shadowSoft, diffuse lighting creating minimal shadows and even exposure across the woven texture and leather.

Colors

natural raffia beige· raffia weave - natural rows#F4DCB3rust orange· woven stripemedium cognac brown· leather straps and nameplate

Reddit Insights

1 threads · r/handbags

Reddit users generally recommend Vanessa Bruno bags for their good quality and hardware durability, with a preference noted for the lilac color.

positive sentiment30% match

Overall positive sentiment; users recommend purchasing and praise the quality, though one user was unimpressed with a different model.

Themes

Qualitypositive
Color Optionspositive
Popularitypositive

Compared To

vs Furla

Vanessa Bruno hardware is more scratch-resistant than Furla.

Source Threads

  • User recommends the bag and compares hardware to Furla

    Yes, get it. There’s good quality bags. The hardware doesn’t scratch as easily as furla does,

    u/Specialist_Income_31r/handbagsView thread →

Provenance

Merchant Link
https://www.simons.ca/en/women-accessories/bags/shoulder-bags/knotted-fringes-striped-braided-raffia-tote-bag--9047-11126201?colourId=0
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