Merzouga Straw Handbag – Camel

Description

The camel leather straw handbag is a handwoven Moroccan piece made from doum palm and genuine leather, with a camel leather top handle, a twist-lock flap and a detachable strap.

The Merzouga handbag in warm camel leather: a wrapped top handle, a flap with twist lock and a detachable strap, so it works as a handbag or a crossbody.

What makes this camel leather straw handbag special

A metal twist lock fastens the flap securely and adds a touch of shine against the pale palm. A detachable strap lets you switch between carrying it by hand and wearing it on the shoulder.

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 camel leather straw handbag measures 30 × 6 × 22 cm (length × width × height). The slim depth keeps it flat against the body.

This version comes in camel.

How to use your camel leather straw handbag

Use the camel leather straw handbag as an everyday small bag or as a summer evening bag. Its natural palm texture pairs well with linen, cotton and simple dresses.

This piece is made for days when you travel light. Phone, wallet, keys and sunglasses fit comfortably, and the shape suits cafés, markets and evenings out.

How to care for it

Keep your camel leather straw handbag 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.

Camel leather straw handbag: frequently asked questions

What is the camel leather straw handbag 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 camel leather straw handbag come in?

It measures 30 × 6 × 22 cm (length × width × height). Available colors: 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.

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Product details

• Materials: Doum palm, genuine leather
• Dimensions (L × W × H): 30 × 6 × 22 cm
• Colors: Camel