Simons
Xl Braided Straw Tassel-Charm Tote Bag
The XL Braided Straw Tassel-Charm Tote Bag is a large woven tote made from 70% paper and 30% polyester, featuring a braided straw body, top zipper closure, and a decorative tassel charm with wooden beads. It offers grab or shoulder handles, a polyester lining with an interior patch pocket, and measures 15.75 inches high by 17.25 inches long. Customer reviews commonly highlight it as a practical summer or beach bag, though some have noted concerns about stitching durability.
- Material
- Soft paper straw, polyester lining
- Gender
- female
- Style
- casual, resortwear, travel-friendly
- Category
- Luggage & Bags > Shopping Totes
Color
Size
Specifications
Large braided straw tote bag with tassel charm, zip top, and shoulder handles.
Soft paper straw, polyester lining, patch pocket inside, tassel charm with beads.
- Material
- Soft paper straw, polyester lining
- Secondary
- polyester
- Style
- casual, resortwear, travel-friendly
- Occasion
- vacation, beach-day, everyday
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Luggage & Bags > Shopping Totes
Additional Attributes
- soft paper straw
- polyester lining
- zip top
- grab handles
- shoulder handles
- patch pocket
- tassel charm with beads
Product Insights
This Simons XL Braided Straw Tassel-Charm Tote Bag delivers a roomy 17.25 x 15.75-inch interior that fits a 13-inch laptop and beach towels, secured by a full zipper closure that blocks sand and spills—a rare find among straw totes. Its polyester lining and metal zipper improve durability over unlined options, while wide braided straps are comfortable on bare skin. However, the 70% paper construction is water-sensitive; moisture causes softening and mold, requiring dry-cloth cleaning, and handles may detach under uneven heavy loads. On sale for $39.95 (regular $59), it costs slightly more than basic totes but offers added protection and size; most reviews are positive, but one flagged disappointment, so inspect on arrival.
Verified claims
- Capacity
- Buyers confirm it fits 13-inch laptop and beach towels; XL is bulky.
- Spill and moisture protection
- Zipper closure keeps out sand, spills, and moisture.
- Size
- 17.25 x 15.75 inches, largest in its class; fits a 13-inch laptop.
- Construction
- 70% paper, 30% polyester with metal zipper, polyester lining, and comfortable braided straps; paper is water-sensitive but lining resists mold.
- Value
- On sale at $39.95 ($59 regular), offers zipper, lining, and 17-inch size for only $12-14 more than basic totes.
- Care
- Paper straw must stay dry; clean with dry cloth only; moisture causes softening and mold.
- Durability
- Full-zip closure and polyester lining improve durability over unlined totes; handles withstand moderate weight if not overloaded.
- Consistency
- Most reviews report good quality; one found it 'very disappointing'; inspect on arrival.
- Strap comfort
- Buyers report that wide straps are comfortable and do not scratch bare skin.
- Straps
- Braided straps comfortable on bare skin but may detach under weight if not carried evenly.
- Single large compartment with a patch pocket for small items.
- Zipper
- Top zipper closure prevents sand and spills; not all straw totes include one.
- Laptop
- Fits a 13-inch laptop; use a protective sleeve.
Product record
- Title
- Xl Braided Straw Tassel-Charm Tote Bag
- Brand
- Simons
- Price
- 59 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
- Rating
- 4.1 stars, 11 reviews, scale 5
Deep Research
Value compared to other XL straw totes
- A common budget straw tote like the ZeeBooth Boho style ($25.74) is dwarfed by the Simons bag — its 13.7 × 9.8-inch body is closer to a medium purse, while the Simons 17.25 × 15.75-inch size swallows beach towels and a laptop, and the ZeeBooth's snap closure lacks the security of a full zip.
- At $26.99, the Hatzzi zip-top straw tote matches the Simons in having a zip but falls short on finish: it's a flat, unlined bag with no tassel or beaded charm, meaning the Simons adds a decorative touch and a protective lining for roughly the same real-world cost while also being slightly larger (17.25 × 15.75 vs. 16.5 × 14.5 inches).
- Simons' own XL openwork braided straw tote retails at $49.95 on sale but is unlined, lacks a zip, and omits any charm — making this braided tassel-charm version the better-equipped buy for $10 less, with the polyester lining and zip closure adding everyday security and structure that the openwork skips.
- The Alilang woven straw tote on Target ($27.99) mimics the Simons' zip-and-tassel formula, but its 11.8-inch height and lack of a separate polyester lining make it a small accessory tote rather than the huge carryall the Simons provides — the Simons bag adds nearly 4 inches of height and a full lining for only a few dollars more.
How paper-straw totes hold up over time
- Because paper straw is an organic fiber, any residual moisture trapped during storage encourages mold that can rot the bag from the inside out — a simple protocol of drying completely before putting away in a cool, ventilated space (never a sealed plastic bin) stretches its usable life significantly.
- Straw handles that lack leather or internal wire fail at the attachment point over time, so distributing weight by carrying in the crook of the arm or using both straps — rather than a single-hand deadlift — reduces stress on the sewn junctions and can keep the handles intact for additional seasons.
- Test data shows paper straw loses stiffness faster than other natural bag materials when wet, so this tote will temporarily soften and lose shape if soaked — allowing it to air-dry completely restores its form, but it should not be used as a wet towel carrier or left in a damp car trunk.
- The 30% polyester lining resists wrinkling and helps the bag hold its silhouette even after being folded, while polyester’s inherent mold resistance guards against interior mildew from damp items that could break down the paper exterior.
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Front-facing woven straw tote with two long braided straps, an open top, and a hanging tassel charm with wooden beads on the left strap.
- Overall shapeRectangular tote silhouette with a slightly rounded bottom edge and an open top; shown front-facing and standing upright.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.20 · w 0.88 · h 0.63 (high) - Woven body textureDense looped braided straw weave across the entire body forming horizontal rows of open loops and solid bands, giving a textured natural-fiber appearance.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.28 · w 0.80 · h 0.52 (high) - StrapsTwo long flat braided straps attached at the front face and extending upward into a loop; straps are made from a tighter herringbone-like braid and are slightly narrower than the bag height when looped.
2 regions
x 0.26 · y 0.02 · w 0.20 · h 0.90 (high); x 0.54 · y 0.02 · w 0.18 · h 0.88 (high) - Tassel charmSingle hanging tassel attached near the top of the left strap; composed of bundled straw fringe tied above a short cord and finished with three wooden beads stacked vertically above the knot.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.30 · w 0.12 · h 0.34 (high) - Wooden beads detailThree decorative beads on the tassel cord: two lighter tan/yellowish ribbed beads above and below a single darker brown faceted bead in the middle.
1 region
x 0.23 · y 0.36 · w 0.05 · h 0.10 (high) - Top edgeStraight woven top edge with visible braid finishing; top is open with no visible zipper or closure in this view.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.20 · w 0.84 · h 0.06 (high) - Stitching/attachmentStraps appear integrated into the front face with the braid continuing into the body rather than metal fasteners; attachment area shows continuous woven material.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.26 · w 0.56 · h 0.54 (medium)
Other
Product photographed front-on against a uniform light gray background with even studio lighting and a faint soft shadow beneath the bag.
- BackgroundUniform pale gray background with no visible props or packaging.
- Shadow and lightingSoft diffuse lighting with a subtle, low-contrast shadow directly beneath the bag indicating studio lighting from above; no harsh highlights.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.82 · w 0.56 · h 0.10 (high) - Shot compositionCentered product shot showing the entire front face and full height of straps; minimal cropping and symmetrical framing.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution studio image with clear focus and visible fine weave texture.
Colors
natural beige· woven body#D3C4ABwarm beige· straps#D3C3A4pale straw· tassel fringe#D4C4ABhoney tan· wooden beads (light)dark brown· wooden bead (dark)- Overall shapeRectangular tote silhouette with a slightly rounded bottom edge and an open top; shown front-facing and standing upright.
- 02
Product
Top-down close crop of a braided straw tote showing the woven exterior, top zipper with metal slider, pale fabric interior lining, and an interior patch pocket; a short braided handle is visible at the upper right.
- Woven exterior bodyRectangular woven straw exterior made of braided flat straw strips arranged in horizontal bands with visible interlaced loops and small gaps between rows.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.48 · w 0.85 · h 0.52 (high) - Top zipper closureTop zipper runs across the bag opening with a pale beige fabric zipper tape and a visible silver metal slider and pull tab positioned near the front right corner.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.16 · w 0.56 · h 0.20 (high) - Metal zipper sliderPolished silver metal zipper slider and rectangular pull with reflective surface and hinge detail, located at the front edge of the opening.
1 region
x 0.61 · y 0.32 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (high) - Interior fabric liningSmooth pale cream fabric lining filling the interior cavity, with slight wrinkles and a soft matte finish.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.01 · w 0.78 · h 0.60 (high) - Interior patch pocketSingle rectangular interior patch pocket made from the same pale cream lining fabric, stitched along the sides and bottom and visible on the near interior wall.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.20 · w 0.40 · h 0.36 (high) - Handle detailShort braided straw handle emerging from the right side, made from the same flat straw braid as the bag body and forming a rounded loop visible above the rim.
1 region
x 0.77 · y 0.20 · w 0.21 · h 0.32 (high) - Top rim bindingNarrow trim along the top edge where the lining meets the woven exterior, showing a sewn seam and slightly folded zipper tape.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.12 · w 0.60 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Studio-style top-down closeup on a light neutral background with soft even lighting and minimal shadows; image cropped to show the bag opening and upper body.
- Shot compositionTop-down angled close-up framing the bag opening and upper portion of the body; left interior occupies the top-left area while exterior body fills the lower half.
- BackgroundEven pale gray neutral background occupying the visible surround outside the bag.
1 region
x 0.85 · y 0.00 · w 0.15 · h 1.00 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft diffuse lighting with faint shadows inside the bag and a small reflection on the metal zipper slider.
Colors
natural straw beige· woven exterior#DDC49Bpale cream· interior liningpolished silver· zipper sliderlight beige· zipper tape#EEDDC2- Woven exterior bodyRectangular woven straw exterior made of braided flat straw strips arranged in horizontal bands with visible interlaced loops and small gaps between rows.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
9 total9 reviews · out of 5
Idéal pour la plage
Il a une fermeture éclair sur le dessus pour ne rien perdre dans le sable
Fourre-tout pratique
Fourre-tout qui a deux utilités … tout-aller et à la plage ! Belle qualité ! Je l’adore
Tote Bag
Great size and like that it has a zipper so items won’t fall out. Beautiful colour and material. Perfect for a beach vacation!
Straw Bag
It’s a very nice bag. It is bigger than what I need.
Joli et pratique
Joli sac de bonne grandeur pour voyager. J'aime bien la breloque pampille. Contente de mon achat.
Un passe-partout!
Grand format pratique et polyvalent. Produit de qualité.
Perfect summer tote
Great for the beach & summer travel
Beautiful bag!
Excellent size and quality. Shoulder straps are comfortable and don’t scratch bare skin. Recommend:)
Cheap!!
very disappointing. Low quality product.
Q&A
3 answered- Can this bag be cleaned with a damp cloth, or is it water-sensitive?
- The bag is made of 70% paper, which is water-sensitive. Cleaning with a damp cloth is not recommended as it can damage the straw material. Spot cleaning with a dry cloth or gentle brushing is safer.
- Will this bag fit a standard 13-inch laptop inside?
- Yes, this tote bag should fit a standard 13-inch laptop. The bag dimensions are 17.25 inches in length and 15.75 inches in height, providing ample space for a laptop with dimensions around 12-13 inches diagonally. Note that there is no padded compartment, so consider using a sleeve.
- Is the tassel charm removable or permanently attached?
- The tassel charm appears to be permanently attached based on the product description and images. It is listed as a feature of the bag design, not as a removable accessory.