: the fiber of the raffia palm used especially as cord for tying and weaving
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Complete the ladylike look in Nili Lotan’s army green jacket, Joseph’s white poplin skirt, and Loeffler Randall’s raffia day clutch.
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Laura Jackson, Vogue, 4 Apr. 2024
Other trends like a large woven bag that isn’t the usual wooden raffia fabric or a classic bucket bag in leather or canvas are on our radar as well.
—Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 3 Apr. 2024
The design comes in five different colors and materials, including a seasonal raffia.
—Megan Schaltegger, Southern Living, 30 Mar. 2024
Stay on theme and style yours with Ulla Johnson’s crafty tank top, a pair of suede sandals from Staud, and a mini raffia tote, also from Ulla Johnson.
—Laura Jackson, Vogue, 28 Mar. 2024
The woven raffia is accented with sleek cognac leather forming a logo design, and the flared block heel feels equal parts retro and à la mode with what’s been shown on runways lately, but the 2-inch height won't leave you wobbly.
—Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 18 Mar. 2024
What’s a beach vacation or summer outing without a raffia wedge?
—Alyssa Brascia, Peoplemag, 1 Aug. 2023
The Row Oregon tote bag Gabriela Hearst Rainer netted tote bag
Ulla Johnson
Marta small raffia tote
The New Shoulder Bag
Compact and ladylike, the shoulder bag that reigned supreme on the spring runways is characterized by clean lines and a short strap.
—Madeline Fass, Vogue, 15 Mar. 2024
The airy raffia tote from Prada is a statement luxe option that will take you from city to coast.
—Paula Lee, Glamour, 26 Feb. 2024
Laura Jackson, Vogue, 4 Apr. 2024
Other trends like a large woven bag that isn’t the usual wooden raffia fabric or a classic bucket bag in leather or canvas are on our radar as well.
—Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 3 Apr. 2024
The design comes in five different colors and materials, including a seasonal raffia.
—Megan Schaltegger, Southern Living, 30 Mar. 2024
Stay on theme and style yours with Ulla Johnson’s crafty tank top, a pair of suede sandals from Staud, and a mini raffia tote, also from Ulla Johnson.
—Laura Jackson, Vogue, 28 Mar. 2024
The woven raffia is accented with sleek cognac leather forming a logo design, and the flared block heel feels equal parts retro and à la mode with what’s been shown on runways lately, but the 2-inch height won't leave you wobbly.
—Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 18 Mar. 2024
What’s a beach vacation or summer outing without a raffia wedge?
—Alyssa Brascia, Peoplemag, 1 Aug. 2023
The Row Oregon tote bag Gabriela Hearst Rainer netted tote bag
Ulla Johnson
Marta small raffia tote
The New Shoulder Bag
Compact and ladylike, the shoulder bag that reigned supreme on the spring runways is characterized by clean lines and a short strap.
—Madeline Fass, Vogue, 15 Mar. 2024
The airy raffia tote from Prada is a statement luxe option that will take you from city to coast.
—Paula Lee, Glamour, 26 Feb. 2024
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“Raffia.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/raffia. Accessed 18 Apr. 2024.
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raffia
noun
raf·fia
ˈraf-ē-ə 
: fiber from a palm of Madagascar and Africa used as a cord for weaving various articles (as baskets or hats) and for tying
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