Among Ladies Raffia Bag

The Among Ladies Raffia Bag brings structure, elegance, and natural texture into one beautifully shaped silhouette. Handwoven using sturdy raffia straw, this bag features a distinctive two-part body with a slightly raised centre and a rounded lower base. The soft, sculptural curve offers depth and dimension, while the tightly woven pattern gives it durability and charm. Dual braided top handles ensure comfort when carried by hand or on the forearm, and a loop-and-button closure helps secure your belongings without disrupting the clean, minimal look.

Timeless, Natural and Thoughtfully Designed

• Handwoven from durable raffia straw with a two-section body
• Sculpted base and curved top for visual balance and function
• Double braided handles with an easy loop closure
• Unlined and lightweight for breezy, everyday use
• Ideal for relaxed weekends, gifting, or spring-summer styling

The Among Ladies Raffia Bag offers a grounded, everyday shape that works across casual and refined outfits. Whether you’re shopping, travelling, or meeting friends, this bag fits naturally into your routine. Its raw fibre texture and seamless curves reflect both tradition and quiet sophistication—making it the perfect carryall for women who appreciate honest materials and clean form.

£39.99

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Among Ladies Bag with Sculpted Natural Form

The Among Ladies Raffia Bag offers a refined everyday silhouette made from tightly handwoven raffia straw. Its two-part body features a raised centre and rounded lower half that creates a softly structured profile. This thoughtful design, paired with braided handles and a loop closure, balances function with handcrafted appeal. Light, neutral, and versatile, the bag makes a beautiful companion for everyday use or warm-weather outings.

Two-Part Curved Shape for Visual Balance

This bag’s standout feature is its sculpted base, which curves outward to provide volume and depth. The upper portion gently narrows and rounds, allowing for comfortable grip and flattering proportions. With its clean vertical profile and wide centre, the Among Ladies Raffia Bag holds your daily essentials while maintaining elegant structure and ease of movement. The shape feels balanced and visually grounded.

Durable Raffia Straw with a Tightly Woven Finish

Artisans handcraft the body using durable raffia straw, woven in even rows to form a consistent surface. This straw has a soft yet resilient texture that resists fraying and maintains its shape over time. Because raffia is a natural fibre, it provides breathability and lightness while adding texture to your styling. Each bag showcases slight variations, making every piece personal and handmade.

Braided Handles for Comfort and Grip

The dual top handles are braided by hand using matching raffia, offering comfort and visual unity with the body. These handles sit upright for easy access, allowing the bag to be carried by hand or over the arm. Their slightly thick form feels smooth to hold and strong enough for daily wear. Whether you’re running errands or enjoying a day trip, the handles offer both stability and style.

The Meaning Behind ‘Among’

While the word ‘Among’ evokes closeness and presence in English, it also hints at the bag’s intention—to exist among your daily life naturally and without fuss. The Among Ladies Raffia Bag is designed to fit seamlessly into casual routines or intentional wardrobes. Its understated elegance speaks to women who value form, craft, and purpose in everything they carry.

Loop-and-Button Closure for Simple Security

At the top of the bag is a loop-and-button closure made from matching natural materials. This detail helps secure items inside without the need for zippers or magnets. It preserves the overall minimalism of the design while offering functional protection for your belongings. Because the closure blends into the straw body, it doesn’t interrupt the bag’s visual harmony.

Unlined and Lightweight for Everyday Use

The interior remains unlined, making the bag especially light and breathable. This minimal construction keeps the focus on the natural weave and gives the bag a tactile, authentic finish. It’s easy to clean, quick to air out, and effortless to carry. The lack of lining reinforces the simplicity of the design, which many customers find refreshing and practical.

Perfect for Relaxed Days or Travel

Thanks to its moderate size and flexible structure, this bag suits a wide range of uses. Carry it for weekend markets, casual lunches, or short trips where only your essentials are needed. The curved base gives the bag more interior volume than expected, while the narrow top helps contain items securely. You can dress it up or down depending on the day.

Crafted in Northern Thailand by Skilled Weavers

Every Among Ladies Raffia Bag is handmade in Chiang Mai and Phayao by women who specialise in raffia and straw techniques. These artisans work from home or in small village weaving groups, allowing them to preserve traditional methods while earning income for their families. Weaving each bag takes time and skill, and no two pieces are completely alike—each carries the mark of the woman who made it.

Sustainable Materials for Mindful Fashion

Raffia is a renewable fibre that’s lightweight, biodegradable, and eco-friendly. We harvest it locally and process it using low-impact methods without harsh chemicals. The unlined interior, natural closures, and hand-braided handles make this a low-waste product that supports circular fashion goals. If you’re looking for sustainable accessories, the Among Ladies Raffia Bag offers beauty with low impact.

Great Gift for Women Who Appreciate Simplicity

This bag makes a thoughtful gift for those who love handmade pieces and minimalist design. Its shape works for women of all ages, and its neutral straw colour complements a wide range of outfits. Whether you’re giving it for a birthday, Mother’s Day, or as a travel-ready companion, this bag delivers a unique, grounded aesthetic with meaningful craftsmanship behind it.

Style It with Linen, Denim or Floral Prints

The natural tones and woven texture make this raffia bag easy to pair with warm-weather clothing. Try it with white or beige linen, light-washed denim, or floral cotton dresses. It adds subtle contrast without overpowering your outfit. The sculpted shape gives your look polish, while the straw material keeps things relaxed and breezy.

Part of Our Eco-Friendly Straw Bag Collection

The Among Ladies Raffia Bag belongs to our Eco-Friendly & Natural Straw Bags collection. Each piece in this line is handwoven, unlined, and made from biodegradable materials. If you love grounded, well-made accessories that hold meaning and value, this collection offers many other shapes, colours, and textures inspired by Thai heritage and rural craft.

Custom Options Available for Group Orders

We offer customisations for bulk orders and special projects. These include personalised linings, embroidered names, or alternate closure options. Lead time for custom orders is 14–21 days, and fees may vary depending on the design. For wedding parties, boutique gifting, or curated retail partnerships, we’re happy to help you tailor the Among Ladies Raffia Bag to your vision.

Simple Care Instructions for Long-Term Use

To care for your bag, store it upright in a cool, dry place. Avoid exposure to moisture and direct sunlight for extended periods. Wipe gently with a dry cloth to remove dust. You can stuff it with paper or fabric between uses to help retain its shape. With a little care, the Among Ladies Raffia Bag will remain strong, stylish, and ready to go season after season.

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SHIPPING & RETURNS

EMS Thailand World Airfreight Shipping

All Among Ladies Raffia Bag orders are shipped from our central dispatch hub in Nakhon Sawan, Thailand using EMS Thailand World Airfreight. We only deliver to countries we consider safe for international shipping. EMS provides reliable and fully trackable service, ensuring your parcel is handled with care from the moment it leaves our hands. You will receive a tracking number by email once your order has been dispatched. Shipping time applies only after dispatch and does not include the production period for personalised bags.

Delivery Timeframes by Region

After dispatch, delivery within Thailand typically takes one to three business days. Customers in Asia-Pacific can expect delivery in three to five business days. For Europe and the UK, average shipping time is four to nine business days. North American orders are usually delivered in five to seven days. Parcels sent to Oceania take around four to six business days, while South American destinations may require nine to eleven days. Your local postal service is responsible for final delivery once EMS completes the international segment.

Production Timelines for Custom Orders

If your Among Raffia Bag includes custom features such as personalised embroidery, strap modifications, or colour variations, please allow fourteen to twenty-one days for production. These bags are handmade by skilled artisans working in Phayao, Chiang Mai, Phatthalung, and Nakhon Si Thammarat. Ready-to-ship designs that do not require personalisation are usually dispatched within three business days of order confirmation.

Inspection and Protective Packaging

Each bag is carefully checked before it leaves our facility. We inspect the raffia weave, construction, and detailing to ensure every order meets our quality standards. The bag is photographed and video recorded, then packed in a white cotton drawstring pouch. It is securely boxed in protective packaging designed to safeguard the bag’s shape and structure during delivery.

Transparent EMS-Based Shipping Costs

EMS Thailand uses a flat-rate pricing system for parcels up to one kilogram. In many cases, customers can ship more than one bag for the same cost. Shipping is not included in the product price and is calculated separately at checkout to provide a clear and accurate cost breakdown.

Customs, Import Taxes, and Delivery Responsibility

While most deliveries arrive without customs charges, some countries may apply local import taxes or duties. These fees are the responsibility of the customer. Once EMS transfers your parcel to the national postal provider, they manage the final stage of delivery. If customs delays or tracking issues occur, our customer support team is available to assist with updates or next-step guidance.

Returns for Faulty or Damaged Items

If your Among Ladies Raffia Bag arrives with damage or a confirmed manufacturing fault, please contact us within forty-eight hours of receiving your parcel. We offer a fourteen-day return policy for faulty or incorrect items. Refunds apply to the product cost only. Original shipping is refundable only when a fault is verified. All returns must be shipped via tracked airfreight to our hub in Nakhon Sawan for inspection.

Return Conditions and Refund Guidelines

To be eligible for a refund, the item must be unused, in original packaging, and securely repacked. Personalised or customised bags are non-returnable unless they are confirmed to be faulty. Refunds are issued once we receive and approve the returned product. Returns without tracking or those received in damaged condition may not be eligible for a full refund.

Tracking Support and Delivery Monitoring

As soon as your order is dispatched, your EMS Thailand tracking number will be emailed to you. It is your responsibility to monitor the parcel during transit. If your national postal service causes a delay or mishandles the item, our team is available to help with updates and local follow-up support.

A Shipping Process That Reflects Our Values

The Among Ladies Raffia Bag is crafted with care, using sustainable materials and traditional techniques. That same attention to quality extends into how we ship. From final inspection to protective packaging and reliable delivery, every step is handled with care to ensure your bag arrives as beautifully as it was made—ready to carry or gift with confidence.

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OUR FOUNDATION

Phayao as the Centre of Straw and Raffia Production

The Among Ladies Raffia Bag is handcrafted by Thai artisans working within The Straw Bag Company’s national production network. Our primary production site is located in Phayao, northern Thailand, where local women harvest water hyacinth and raffia-style fibres. More than 30 full-time female artisans meet daily in team-based work environments to prepare, dry, and weave natural straw into structured shapes. Their work anchors our raffia-inspired collection and represents the continuation of rural weaving traditions with modern structure and support.

Decentralised Craft Teams Across Thailand

In addition to our operations in Phayao, we maintain active teams in Nakhon Sawan, Phatthalung, and Nakhon Si Thammarat. These regions focus on weaving seagrass bags using native krajood straw. In Chiang Mai, skilled artisans complete hand-stitching and detailed finishing in small rural village workshops. Across all locations, our production network includes over 80 team members throughout Thailand, including harvesters, weavers, stitchers, quality control leads, and regional managers. Every Among Ladies Raffia Bag is produced entirely in Thailand using locally sourced, traceable materials.

Flexible Employment That Fits Real Life

Our work model is built around the needs of women in rural communities. Most artisans balance income generation with childcare, elder care, and household responsibilities. We provide the option to work from home or in shared village weaving areas. All workers are paid based on time, not output. This guarantees steady earnings without pressure and makes craft production accessible to those who require flexibility. The result is reliable income for artisans and high-quality bags for customers.

Fifteen Percent of Profits Reinvested Locally

The Straw Bag Company reinvests 15 percent of profits into the artisan communities that support our work. This funding is used to provide immediate, targeted support. We assist artisans who cannot afford to buy materials at the start of a project. We cover school transport, uniforms, and supplies for their children. If a family encounters short-term hardship, local leaders organise temporary assistance to avoid disruption to their work. In addition, we fund structured school leaver programmes, which offer young women paid training in weaving and stitching, while keeping cultural skills active within their villages.

Part of a National Framework for Local Craft

We actively contribute to Thailand’s national development priorities through participation in the OTOP programme, which helps promote rural economic growth through craft-based enterprise. We also align with the vision of the Tourism Authority of Thailand. Our ongoing support for the TAT News platform and the Amazing Thailand campaign reflects our shared focus on sustainable development, rural identity, and the importance of preserving traditional craftsmanship within a growing global market.

A Raffia Bag That Supports Rural Livelihoods

The Among Ladies Raffia Bag is more than a stylish handmade piece. It is part of a wider system that supports women-led employment, reinvests profits into local needs, and preserves Thai weaving techniques across generations. Every purchase creates opportunity, sustains village economies, and helps build a future where traditional craft remains a reliable source of income for Thai artisans.

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