Description
Looking for a straw envelope bag? This one is handwoven from doum palm and genuine leather and comes with a braided cord closure and a leather shoulder strap.
An envelope-style bag in natural doum palm, folded over and tied with a braided cord, carried on a leather strap.
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What makes this straw envelope bag special
It folds over like an envelope and is tied with a braided cord. The braided cord closure is both practical and decorative, and the leather strap carries 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.
Size and fit
The straw envelope bag measures 28 × 6 × 20 cm (length × width × height). The slim depth keeps it flat against the body.
How to use your straw envelope bag
The straw envelope bag is made for days when you travel light. Phone, wallet, keys and sunglasses fit comfortably, and the shape suits cafés, markets and evenings out.
Use this piece as an everyday small bag or as a summer evening bag. Its natural palm texture pairs well with linen, cotton and simple dresses.
How to care for it
Keep your straw envelope bag 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.
Straw envelope bag: frequently asked questions
What is the straw envelope bag 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 straw envelope bag come in?
It measures 28 × 6 × 20 cm (length × width × height).
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): 28 × 6 × 20 cm
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