Lauren Ralph Lauren
Tasha Braided Straw Shoulder Bag
This Tasha shoulder bag from Lauren by Ralph Lauren features a braided straw and genuine leather construction with a cotton lining, measuring 6 inches high by 12.5 inches long by 4 inches wide. It has a flap closure with magnetic button, an adjustable grab or shoulder handle, and includes a small removable inner zip clutch for added organization. Note that some customer reviews indicate the bag can feel stiff in person, which has led to returns.
- Material
- Braided straw and genuine leather
- Gender
- female
- Category
- Luggage & Bags
Specifications
Braided straw shoulder bag with genuine leather trim, flap magnetic closure, and removable inner clutch.
Adjustable grab or shoulder handle, removable inner zip clutch, cotton lining.
- Material
- Braided straw and genuine leather
- Secondary
- leather
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 12.5x4x6 in
- Category
- Luggage & Bags
Additional Attributes
- braided straw
- genuine leather trim
- cotton lining
- flap magnetic closure
- adjustable grab or shoulder handle
- removable inner zip clutch
Product Insights
The Tasha Braided Straw Shoulder Bag from Lauren Ralph Lauren maintains a crisp, architectural silhouette via a tight braided weave and genuine leather trim with a stain-resistant coating, while a magnetic flap enables one-handed access without snagging the straw. Its 4-inch depth fits a full-size wallet, sunglasses, and an iPad mini or paperback, and the removable zip clutch doubles as a standalone wristlet for organization. The bag's stiffness holds shape but softens over weeks of handling, offering greater utility than the softer Tasha crossbody at a sale price of $299.95 CAD, the lowest among structured straw shoulder bags in the lineup.
Verified claims
- Shape retention
- Stiff braided straw weave helps the bag hold its silhouette.
- Collection
- The shoulder bag's braided 100% paper-straw construction creates a tighter, stiffer weave than the hand-crocheted small Tasha crossbody, favoring structure over a softer drape.
- Break-in
- Regular handling softens the braided weave over several weeks.
- Capacity
- Fits an iPad mini and paperback; 4-inch depth holds a full-size wallet.
- Organization
- Removable zip clutch organizes cards and keys, doubles as wristlet.
- Structure
- Braided 100% paper straw and genuine cow-leather trim maintain a crisp, architectural silhouette that does not slouch.
- Magnetic closure
- Magnetic flap enables one-handed access and prevents snagging of braided straw.
- Utility
- Twice as wide as the hobo with a removable inner zip clutch.
- Weave
- Tighter braided 100% paper-straw weave holds shape without slouching and loosens slightly with regular handling while keeping its shape.
- Leather
- Genuine cow-leather trim has an initial stain-resistant coating; the small Tasha crossbody uses full-grain leather instead.
- Value
- Sale price $299.95 CAD — lowest in LRL lineup among structured straw shoulder bags.
- Everyday practicality
- 4-inch width fits a full-size wallet and sunglasses; includes removable inner zip clutch.
- Material characteristics
- 100% paper straw body with genuine cow leather trim; coating resists stains; straw's stiffness retains shape.
- Colorway
- The Tasha Braided Straw Shoulder Bag is offered in Ecru/Linen, a neutral off-white tone in the natural/ecru/beige/tan family; that is the only colorway listed for this one-size bag.
- Stiffness feedback
- Multiple reviews mention the bag feels stiff in person, and the braided paper-straw body tends to stay firm rather than going soft; this rigidity helps it hold its curved silhouette.
- Strap drop
- The bag uses a single adjustable handle that doubles as a grab or shoulder strap; the exact drop range is not published, but comparable Tasha styles list a drop around 5 inches, which clears a light jacket but will likely sit too snug over a bulky puffer.
Product record
- Title
- Tasha Braided Straw Shoulder Bag
- Brand
- Lauren Ralph Lauren
- Price
- 425 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 13 sourcesProduct comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Tasha Braided Straw Shoulder Bag: Choose this if you want a summery shoulder bag in hand-braided straw with genuine cow leather trim, a white scalloped leather flap with magnetic button closure, and gold-tone hardware; it measures 12.5 inches long by 6 inches high by 4 inches wide and comes with a removable inner zip clutch, cotton lining, and a Signature dust bag. The adjustable strap works as a shoulder or grab handle, and this listing is the one-size Ecru/Linen variant. Note that one Reddit reviewer found the bag very stiff in real life and returned it, so a structured feel may not suit everyone.[1,2,3,4,5] | Lynden Basketweave Small Shoulder Bag: Choose this if you want a small straw-and-leather shoulder bag for light carry: it measures about 6.75 inches long, 4.75 inches high, and 3 inches deep, with a woven paper-straw body trimmed in calf leather, a flap closure with gold-tone magnetic snap, and an interior patch pocket. The removable, adjustable leather strap (maximum 14-inch drop) lets you wear it as a shoulder bag or clutch, and a signature dust bag is included. Note that it comes in one size, offered in Light Brown, Blue, or Golden Yellow, so its compact dimensions may not suit larger everyday essentials.[6,7,8,9] | Tasha Braided Straw Hobo Bag: Choose this if you want a natural-fiber shoulder bag: its body is 100% paper straw with 100% cow leather trim, a crescent hobo silhouette, gold-tone hardware, and a zip top with a white leather pull. It works for shoppers who prefer an adjustable shoulder strap, an interior patch pocket, and a included signature dust bag, in a one-size Ecru/Linen variant measuring about 14 inches long by 11.75 inches high by 2 inches wide. Note the slim 2-inch depth makes it a narrow bag, so it suits lighter everyday carrying rather than bulky loads.[10,11,12,13] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Shoulder bag with a woven natural straw body, a white leather front flap with scalloped lower edge, and a thin dark brown adjustable shoulder strap; center front gold-tone buckle and strap tab closures.
- Body materialWoven braided straw body in a natural tan color with an open-weave pattern visible across the front and sides.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.64 · w 0.88 · h 0.24 (high) - Front flapSmooth white leather flap with a scalloped lower edge and visible edge stitching in a contrasting dark thread.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.48 · w 0.64 · h 0.22 (high) - Center buckle closureGold-tone rectangular rounded buckle mounted to a white leather strap tab that extends down from the flap to the woven body; a small round gold snap visible on the strap tab.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.58 · w 0.12 · h 0.18 (high) - Shoulder strapThin dark brown leather shoulder strap forming a high arc; strap attaches at each side of the bag and includes an adjustable white leather buckle loop with two visible gold studs on the left side of the arc.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.02 · w 0.64 · h 0.62 (high); x 0.10 · y 0.32 · w 0.16 · h 0.20 (medium) - Edge pipingNarrow dark piping follows the flap edge and top opening, providing a thin contrasting outline against the white leather.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.48 · w 0.64 · h 0.08 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a uniform light gray background with soft shadow beneath the bag; centered composition with even lighting and minimal reflections.
- Background and shadowEven light gray seamless background with a soft diffuse shadow directly under the bag indicating studio lighting.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - CompositionBag is centered in frame occupying the lower two thirds of the image with the strap arc reaching toward the top center.
- Image qualityHigh resolution with sharp detail on weave texture, leather grain, stitching, and hardware; minimal noise.
Colors
natural tan· straw body#DBAB74off-white· front flap and strap tabs#F5F1EAdark brown· shoulder strapgold· hardware- Body materialWoven braided straw body in a natural tan color with an open-weave pattern visible across the front and sides.
- 02
Product
Close-up of the bag's lower side and end showing braided straw body, a curved white leather top flap, white leather shoulder strap with stitched edges and visible metal hardware.
- Braided straw bodyHand-braided straw body with a chunky woven texture forming horizontal rows; weave is tightly stitched at the rounded end with visible looped braid detail.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.45 · w 0.96 · h 0.53 (high) - Rounded end constructionRounded end panel composed of the same braided straw with a concentric circular stitch pattern closing the seam at the bag's tip.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.45 · w 0.32 · h 0.36 (high) - Top flap materialCurved top flap in smooth white leather or leather-like material with visible straight topstitching near the edge and dark painted edge trim.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.08 · w 0.72 · h 0.24 (high) - Strap stitching and edgeWhite leather strap with neat parallel edge stitching and contrasting dark painted edge visible on both the long strap and the short adjustable segment.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.00 · w 0.23 · h 0.60 (high); x 0.76 · y 0.00 · w 0.20 · h 0.40 (high) - Adjustable strap hardwareShort strap segment with two visible round gold studs and a small rectangular strap keeper.
1 region
x 0.82 · y 0.02 · w 0.12 · h 0.18 (high) - Metal grommet and ringCircular metal grommet anchored into the straw side with an inner gold-colored ring and surrounding white leather or trim loop.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.52 · w 0.15 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Studio product shot with neutral light gray background and soft shadow under the bag; image is tightly cropped to show the bag's end and strap details.
- Background and shadowUniform pale gray studio background with a soft diffuse shadow directly beneath the bag giving a subtle lift from the surface.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shot compositionCropped close-up framing showing the bag's right-hand end and part of the strap; left portion of bag continues out of frame.
- LightingSoft even lighting with minimal specular highlights on the white leather and gentle texture shadows within the straw weave.
Colors
natural tan· straw body#D3A46Coff-white· top flap and strap#F5F1EBwarm gold· metal hardware- Braided straw bodyHand-braided straw body with a chunky woven texture forming horizontal rows; weave is tightly stitched at the rounded end with visible looped braid detail.
- 03
Product
Close-up of the bag showing a braided natural straw body with white leather flap, white leather strap and a detached white leather card pouch connected by gold hardware.
- Braided straw bodyTightly woven braided straw panel forming the lower body of the bag; visible texture shows interlaced flat straw ribbons in a natural tan color.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.33 · w 0.66 · h 0.38 (high) - White leather flapRounded rectangular white leather flap with visible single-row topstitching near the edge and a smooth matte finish; flap covers the upper front of the woven body.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.02 · w 0.56 · h 0.29 (high) - White leather shoulder strap detailNarrow white leather strap with dark painted edge visible along its length; strap attaches to the bag through a loop and is secured with a small gold-tone rivet.
1 region
x 0.54 · y 0.06 · w 0.18 · h 0.60 (high) - Gold hardware connectorSmall gold-tone metal ring and a gold rivet connecting the strap to the card pouch and bag; hardware has a polished reflective finish.
1 region
x 0.55 · y 0.64 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high) - Detached white leather card pouchFlat white leather card pouch with visible perimeter topstitching, rounded stitched tab with a small metal zipper pull attached to a jump ring; pouch lies in front of the bag and is connected by the strap hardware.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.60 · w 0.62 · h 0.36 (high) - Embossed text on pouchFaint blind-stamped or embossed text present on the upper-right area of the card pouch but characters are not legible at this resolution.Partial
1 region
x 0.72 · y 0.63 · w 0.18 · h 0.10 (medium)
Other
Studio-style close-up product shot on a light gray background with soft shadowing and even lighting.
- Shot compositionClose-cropped detail shot focusing on the lower-front and strap area of the bag; portions of the bag are cropped by the image edges.
- Background and surfacePlain light gray background and supporting surface with a soft shadow cast beneath the bag and pouch.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (low) - Lighting and reflectionsEven diffuse studio lighting with small specular highlights on the gold hardware and subtle shadowing along the woven texture and pouch edges.
1 region
x 0.50 · y 0.58 · w 0.30 · h 0.30 (medium)
Colors
natural tan· braided body#D3A57Boff-white· flap and pouch leather#F5F1E9dark brown edge· strap edge paintwarm gold· metal hardware- Braided straw bodyTightly woven braided straw panel forming the lower body of the bag; visible texture shows interlaced flat straw ribbons in a natural tan color.
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Reddit Insights
1 threads · r/handbagsThe Tasha bag receives mixed reactions: some users are drawn to its color options like cognac and burgundy, while others are disappointed by stiffness in person.
Positive comments focus on attractive colors, but a negative experience with stiffness and a return tilts the overall sentiment slightly negative.
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Return due to stiffness
It's so stiff in real life. I was totally unimpressed and returned.
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