Description
Handwoven in Morocco from doum palm and genuine leather, the Marrakech straw backpack features two leather shoulder straps, in brown, camel or natural.
Our everyday doum palm backpack: a flat, structured basket worn on two leather shoulder straps and light enough for all-day wear. It suits city walks, market mornings and weekends away.
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What makes this Marrakech straw backpack special
Two leather shoulder straps let you wear it on your back, so your hands stay free for shopping, travelling or a day out. Its slim profile keeps it close to the body, which makes it easy to wear in a crowd or on public transport.
Handwoven in Morocco from doum palm and genuine leather
Green Doum is a family craft business created in 1962 by Moroccan craftsman Lhaj Mohamed, who started in a small store in the medina. Today the family still makes baskets and bags from natural raw materials, and this piece is part of that story. You can read more on our About us page.
Doum palm is one of the traditional raw materials of Moroccan craftsmanship, alongside date palm leaves and rush. It weaves into a light, natural-looking fabric, and the leather adds strength where the piece is handled.
Weaving baskets from plant fibres is one of the oldest crafts in the world and is found in many cultures; for a general overview, see this page on basket weaving.
The leather is genuine leather: it softens and darkens naturally with use, so your piece gains character over time.
Sizes, colors and fit
The Marrakech straw backpack measures 35 × 8 × 39 cm (length × width × height). The slim depth keeps it flat against the body.
Colors available: Brown and Camel. The straw stays natural while the leather sets the tone, from warm brown to camel.
How to use your Marrakech straw backpack
The Marrakech straw backpack packs easily into a weekend: a wallet, phone, sunglasses and a light layer fit without feeling bulky. Slip the straps on and go.
Wear this piece for city walks, market mornings, weekend trips or festivals. Worn on the back, it keeps both hands free and sits well with light summer outfits, denim or linen.
How to care for it
Keep your Marrakech straw backpack dry and store it somewhere with air around it. Wipe it with a dry or slightly damp cloth, and avoid prolonged moisture and direct heat. The leather softens and darkens naturally with use.
Marrakech straw backpack: frequently asked questions
What is the Marrakech straw backpack made of?
It is made from doum palm and genuine leather. Every piece is handmade in Morocco, so the texture of the palm is slightly different each time.
Which sizes and colors does the Marrakech straw backpack come in?
It measures 35 × 8 × 39 cm (length × width × height). Available colors: Brown and Camel.
Is every piece exactly the same?
No. Because each piece is handmade, dimensions and shades vary slightly from one item to the next, which is part of its charm.
Can I return it?
Yes. New, unused items in their original packaging can be returned under the withdrawal conditions described on our Delivery and Returns page.
Delivery, returns and related styles
We ship with DHL. Allow about 3 to 10 working days for Europe and 7 to 12 working days for the USA and Canada, counted from the order date. Customs fees and taxes are not included. Read the full delivery and returns conditions, or contact us with any question about your order.
Browse more backpacks or the full shop. Comparing styles? The Marrakech Straw Backpack – Medium offers leather shoulder straps in a compact medium size, while the Wild Palm Leaf Backpack offers a rustic wild palm leaf weave and leather straps.
Product details
- Materials: Doum palm, genuine leather
- Dimensions (L × W × H): 35 × 8 × 39 cm
- Colors: Brown, Camel
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