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Fashion Contributing Editor Peipei Wu｜TRANSLATOR Aurora Lin｜PHOTO LOUIS VUITTON, DIOR, ROGER VIVIER, VALENTINO, SAINT LAURENT, BOTTEGA VENETA, CELINE, Chloé, LOEWE, FENDI, Tod’s

Quiet Luxury 的極簡低調已成為精品潮流中不可忽視的大勢，對於奢華的定義也自此出現轉變，過去象徵財富與地位的Logo漸漸被捨去，取而代之的是更重視材質與工藝的消費哲學。從南法海岸到義大利卡布里島，從地中海度假勝地到巴黎精品櫥窗，拉菲草早已不再只是海灘配件的代名詞，也成為精品詮釋夏日奢華的材質，它獨有的編織紋理與皮革工藝相結合，展現出介於休閒與精緻的平衡。

Few materials capture the spirit of summer quite like raffia. Once associated exclusively with sun-soaked coastlines, woven beach baskets, and leisurely Mediterranean escapes, this humble natural fibre has undergone a remarkable transformation. Today, raffia occupies a coveted place within the world of luxury fashion, appearing not only on the shores of Capri and Saint-Tropez, but also in the windows of Parisian maisons and the wardrobes of discerning city dwellers.

Its rise reflects a broader shift in the luxury landscape. As Quiet Luxury continues to reshape contemporary definitions of elegance, conspicuous logos have gradually given way to a more nuanced appreciation of craftsmanship, material integrity, and timeless design. Status is no longer measured by visibility alone, but by the quality of construction, the story behind a piece, and the artistry embedded within its creation.

Against this backdrop, raffia has emerged as the quintessential material of modern summer luxury. Its distinctive woven texture, paired with refined leather craftsmanship and artisanal savoir-faire, embodies a balance between relaxed ease and sophisticated refinement. What was once a holiday staple has evolved into a symbol of effortless elegance—one that seamlessly bridges the worlds of resort dressing and urban chic.

拉菲草取自馬達加斯加拉菲棕櫚葉的天然纖維，過去主要被運用於編織籃、草帽與生活器物之中，由於質地柔軟、耐用且具天然光澤，因此長久以來都是地中海沿岸居民的重要生活材料。

而當人們開始追求更輕鬆、更真實的生活方式，時尚產業也逐漸從強調財富象徵，轉向重視工藝、材質與文化故事。這樣的轉變恰好與Quiet Luxury所提倡的低調奢華不謀而合。拉菲草每一道編織紋理都帶有手工製作的溫度，也讓每件作品擁有獨一無二的個性。另一方面，永續環保意識的提升，也促使許多精品品牌提高使用天然材質的比例。LOEWE長期與各地工匠合作推廣編織文化；DIOR在Dioriviera系列中大量使用天然纖維；CHLOÉ則持續將自然元素融入品牌設計語言之中。於是，拉菲草從海灘走進精品店，從度假配件進化成為夏季時尚最具代表性的象徵。

Harvested from the leaves of the raffia palm native to Madagascar, raffia has long been woven into everyday life across coastal communities. Traditionally used to craft baskets, hats, and household objects, the fibre is valued for its durability, flexibility, and naturally luminous texture.

Yet its recent popularity extends far beyond aesthetics.

As consumers increasingly seek authenticity over excess, the luxury industry has responded by placing greater emphasis on craftsmanship, provenance, and cultural heritage. The focus has shifted away from overt displays of wealth toward objects that convey a sense of permanence and artistry. In this context, raffia feels particularly relevant.

Each woven strand bears subtle variations that reveal the human hand behind its creation, ensuring that no two pieces are exactly alike. These imperfections—once considered incidental—have become symbols of authenticity in an era increasingly dominated by uniformity and mass production.

The growing demand for responsible luxury has further accelerated the material’s appeal. Natural fibres offer a more sustainable alternative to synthetic materials, while simultaneously preserving centuries-old artisanal traditions. LOEWE has long collaborated with craftspeople around the world to celebrate and safeguard traditional weaving techniques. DIOR continues to incorporate natural fibres throughout its Dioriviera collections, while CHLOÉ consistently embraces organic textures as an extension of its free-spirited design philosophy.

What began as a practical craft material has therefore become something far more significant. Raffia now serves as a visual language through which luxury houses communicate craftsmanship, sustainability, and a softer, more relaxed vision of modern elegance. No longer confined to holiday wardrobes, it has become one of the defining signatures of contemporary summer fashion.

CELINE Triomphe 拉菲草托特包以俐落的梯形輪廓搭配經典 Triomphe 標誌，將天然拉菲草與焦糖色皮革結合，展現法式極簡與都會優雅。相較於傳統草編籃袋偏向度假風格，CELINE 更強調日常實用性與高級感，使其能輕鬆融入城市穿搭。

SAINT LAURENT延續 ICARE 系列柔軟寬大的輪廓，以手工鉤織拉菲草取代皮革材質，搭配醒目的 Cassandre 金屬 logo，打造兼具慵懶感與奢華氣息的 Oversized大容量包款。

Chloé Summer Banana 系列則展現波希米亞的隨興風格，拉菲草版本以手工鉤織結構、柔軟束口設計與金色吊飾呈現一貫的浪漫氣質，將 Basket Bag 重新拉回地中海度假文化的本質，展現自由、自然且帶有手作溫度的生活態度。

Among the many silhouettes reimagined in raffia, basket and bucket bags remain the most enduring. Once rooted firmly in resort dressing, these styles have been elevated through refined construction and luxurious detailing, transforming them into versatile companions for everyday wear.

CELINE’s Triomphe Raffia Tote exemplifies this evolution. Combining a structured trapeze silhouette with the House’s iconic Triomphe emblem, the design marries natural raffia with rich caramel leather. The result feels distinctly Parisian—minimalist yet sophisticated, relaxed yet impeccably polished. Rather than functioning solely as a seasonal accessory, it integrates effortlessly into an urban wardrobe.

At SAINT LAURENT, the iconic ICARE takes on a new personality through hand-crocheted raffia. Retaining its oversized proportions and supple silhouette, the design juxtaposes artisanal texture with the bold presence of the Cassandre logo, creating a striking dialogue between casual ease and unmistakable luxury.

Meanwhile, Chloé’s Summer Banana collection returns raffia to its Mediterranean roots. Crafted through intricate crochet techniques and finished with soft drawstring details and delicate gold charms, the collection embraces the romance of bohemian dressing. More than simply a bag, it reflects a lifestyle defined by freedom, spontaneity, and an appreciation for handcrafted beauty.

Raffia Shopping Bag，所謂的「工藝化托特包（Craft Tote）」成為一種趨勢發展，將帶有度假氛圍的拉菲草材質，轉化為兼具日常實用性與高級感的包款。

DIOR Book Tote將經典藤格紋（Cannage）以拉菲草刺繡重新演繹，並點綴蜜蜂圖騰，讓原本帶有工整輪廓的 Book Tote 多了幾分法式花園般的輕盈氣息。拉菲草的天然紋理柔化了包款的結構，使其在維持大容量與實用性的同時，也更貼近夏季衣櫥所追求的輕鬆優雅。

LOUIS VUITTON OnTheGo 以鉤織拉菲草結合皮革 Logo 圓章，保留原有的俐落方正輪廓，卻賦予其更具手工溫度的視覺效果。

VALENTINO GARAVANI Raffia Shopping Bag的包身以黑白交錯的波浪圖騰呈現立體編織效果，搭配品牌標誌性的 VLogo 金屬扣件，將波西米亞風格與義大利高級工藝巧妙融合。

If there is one category that best illustrates raffia’s transformation within luxury fashion, it is the contemporary tote bag.

From the Dior Book Tote and Louis Vuitton OnTheGo to the Valentino Garavani Raffia Shopping Bag, the emergence of the “Craft Tote” signals a new approach to summer accessories—one that combines functionality with artisanal sophistication.

DIOR reinterprets its signature Cannage motif through raffia embroidery, punctuated by the House’s iconic bee emblem. The natural texture softens the architectural silhouette of the Book Tote, lending it an airy lightness reminiscent of a sunlit French garden while preserving its practicality and generous capacity.

Louis Vuitton’s OnTheGo similarly balances structure and craftsmanship. By introducing hand-crocheted raffia alongside leather detailing, the Maison transforms an inherently utilitarian silhouette into something warmer, more tactile, and distinctly summer-oriented.

At Valentino Garavani, raffia becomes a canvas for graphic expression. Intricately woven black-and-white wave motifs create a dynamic visual rhythm, while the signature VLogo hardware anchors the design in the House’s unmistakable identity. The result is a sophisticated fusion of bohemian spirit and Italian craftsmanship.

源自 1970 年代、以柔軟弧形輪廓著稱的Hobo Bag，搭配上天然拉菲草材質更能突顯它的鬆弛風格，也呼應近年對Effortless Luxury的追求。
CELINE 將品牌標誌性的 Triomphe Logo 轉化為包款視覺焦點，以手工鉤織拉菲草打造近乎新月形的輪廓。柔軟的編織紋理與黑色亮面 Triomphe Logo 形成鮮明對比，在極簡之中保有高度辨識度。

CHLOE 的Summer Banana 包款以半月形輪廓搭配品牌 Logo 刺繡呈現濃厚的地中海度假氛圍。相較其他品牌偏向結構化設計，CHLOE選擇保留自然的垂墜感，讓包款呈現更加隨性的姿態。

LOEWE新月形 Hobo Bag 以鮮明的橘粉色交織編織而成，透過雙色拉菲草呈現豐富層次，搭配皮革肩帶與品牌標誌，展現品牌擅長的藝術感與工藝美學。


Few silhouettes embody contemporary notions of effortless luxury as naturally as the Hobo Bag.

Characterised by its soft crescent shape and relaxed attitude, the style first rose to prominence in the 1970s. Today, rendered in raffia, it feels more relevant than ever.

CELINE transforms its signature Triomphe motif into a focal point against a backdrop of hand-crocheted raffia. The woven texture softens the silhouette while creating a striking contrast with the polished black hardware, resulting in a design that feels understated yet instantly recognisable.

Chloé’s interpretation embraces fluidity and ease. The Summer Banana Hobo, with its half-moon silhouette and embroidered branding, evokes the carefree spirit of Mediterranean summers. Unlike more structured alternatives, it preserves the natural drape of the material, allowing the bag to move with an effortless grace.

LOEWE approaches the silhouette through a more artistic lens. Its crescent-shaped hobo combines vibrant coral and pink raffia in a richly textured weave, while leather straps and subtle branding showcase the House’s celebrated ability to merge craftsmanship with contemporary design.

敵到拉菲草包，總會與海灘豔陽與亞麻洋裝的度假氛圍劃上等號，近幾年，這種源自天然纖維的材質，逐漸在精品配件中佔有一席之地，品牌透過包型升級、異材質拼接，讓拉菲草從「度假包」升級為「都會精品包」。

BOTTEGA VENETA的拉菲草版本Andiamo系列，將天然材質提升至精品工藝的層次。從肩背包、經典托特包與編織手提包等多種包型，將手工拉菲草編織與品牌標誌性的皮革工藝巧妙融合，並保留了系列中最具辨識度的 Knot 金屬結飾與編織細節，而以皮革包邊結合拉菲草材質，呈現不同於傳統草編包鬆軟的輪廓，透過俐落的結構線條，賦予包款更鮮明的都會感。

FENDI透過色彩、立體結構與手工鉤織工藝詮釋拉菲草材質，以Peekaboo、Baguette 與 By The Way 等經典包型，以天然拉菲草手工鉤織出荷葉邊、搭配黑色、橘色與藍色鮮明撞色滾邊細節與立體編織技法，展現猶如海浪起伏般的動感美學。經典 Baguette 則透過柔軟皺摺與彩色編織輪廓搭配標誌性 FF 扣飾，展現更輕鬆隨性的度假氣息。

延續對手工編織工藝的熱愛，LOEWE透過不同包型與細節搭配，展現拉菲草材質的更多可能。LOEWE x Paula’s Ibiza 系列Puzzle Crochet 將品牌標誌性的幾何輪廓轉化為全手工鉤織形式，每一塊編織結構皆需透過手工完成，再拼接成 Puzzle 獨有的折線輪廓，使包款同時兼具柔軟度與立體感。同系列另一款Ola荷葉邊肩背包以細緻鉤織搭配玳瑁色環扣與金屬鍊條，將原本帶有度假氣息的天然材質轉化為充滿時裝感的單品。

Tod’s 的 T Timeless 拉菲草手提包，則代表另一種義大利式優雅。品牌將經典 T Timeless金屬扣件融入手工編織包身，並以暖陶土色調呈現，柔軟卻保有結構感的包型，讓拉菲草也能展現出成熟而內斂的高級感。

For years, raffia bags were synonymous with linen dresses, seaside escapes, and holiday wardrobes. Today, luxury houses are challenging that perception.

Through elevated silhouettes, innovative construction techniques, and sophisticated material combinations, raffia has evolved from a resort accessory into a legitimate city bag.

BOTTEGA VENETA’s raffia Andiamo collection perfectly captures this transition. The House combines handwoven raffia with its renowned leather craftsmanship, retaining signature Knot hardware and intricate detailing while introducing sharper lines and structured silhouettes. The result feels undeniably urban—proof that natural materials can be just as refined as traditional leather.

FENDI takes a more expressive approach. Through iconic silhouettes such as the Peekaboo, Baguette, and By The Way, the Roman Maison explores raffia through colour, volume, and movement. Hand-crocheted ruffles, vibrant contrasting trims, and sculptural weaving techniques evoke the rhythm of ocean waves, infusing each design with a sense of vitality and playfulness.

LOEWE continues to push the boundaries of raffia craftsmanship through its Paula’s Ibiza collection. The celebrated Puzzle Crochet transforms the House’s iconic geometric construction into an intricate hand-crocheted masterpiece. Each individual panel is woven and assembled by hand, preserving the Puzzle’s distinctive architectural character while introducing an unexpected softness.

Elsewhere in the collection, the Ola shoulder bag combines delicate crochet work with tortoiseshell-inspired rings and metallic chain accents, demonstrating how raffia can move effortlessly from beachside accessory to fashion statement.

Tod’s offers yet another perspective. The T Timeless Raffia Tote, adorned with the collection’s signature hardware and rendered in warm terracotta hues, embodies a distinctly Italian vision of elegance—one that is refined, understated, and quietly luxurious.

源自1920年代的鐘形帽，以圓潤貼合頭型的輪廓搭配微微下垂的帽簷，散發優雅而帶有法式復古氣息的魅力，當使用拉菲草材質，不僅保有輕盈透氣的特性，也讓整體風格更符合盛夏度假氛圍。無論搭配飄逸洋裝或亞麻套裝，都能展現低調卻精緻的高級感。漁夫帽不再只是街頭潮流配件，而是透過細緻編織工藝細節，賦予了城市與度假的雙重穿搭風格。柔軟的帽型能自然修飾臉部線條，同時兼顧遮陽功能，特別適合日常穿搭與旅行使用。
而最具代表性的夏季度假單品，則非寬簷帽莫屬。寬大的帽簷不僅提供絕佳防曬效果，更能瞬間營造海灘度假的浪漫氛圍，透過不同編織密度、撞色飾邊與絲帶設計，讓寬簷帽不再只是海灘專屬，而能輕鬆融入城市造型之中，展現兼具功能性與時尚感的現代優雅。
除了包款與帽飾，拉菲草鞋履同樣是夏季造型中不可忽視的重要角色。天然編織材質所帶來的輕盈質感與透氣特性，不僅符合炎熱氣候需求，更為整體穿搭增添一抹悠閒而精緻的度假氣息。

Raffia’s appeal extends far beyond handbags.

Among the season’s most timeless accessories is the raffia cloche hat. First popularised during the 1920s, its rounded crown and gently sloping brim exude a distinctly French elegance. Reimagined in raffia, the silhouette gains a lighter, more breathable character that feels perfectly suited to summer dressing. Whether paired with flowing dresses or tailored linen ensembles, it conveys an effortless sense of refinement.

The raffia bucket hat has likewise evolved beyond its streetwear associations. Through artisanal weaving techniques and thoughtful detailing, it now bridges the worlds of urban sophistication and holiday ease. Its soft structure flatters the face while offering practical sun protection, making it a natural companion for both everyday wear and travel.

No summer accessory, however, captures the romance of the season quite like the wide-brimmed raffia hat. Offering both functionality and glamour, it instantly evokes visions of Mediterranean coastlines and leisurely afternoons by the sea. Contemporary interpretations incorporate contrasting trims, ribbon embellishments, and varying weaving densities, allowing the style to transition effortlessly from resort destinations to city streets.

The same can be said for raffia footwear. Lightweight, breathable, and inherently relaxed, raffia sandals, wedges, and espadrilles have become essential elements of the modern summer wardrobe. Beyond their practicality, they introduce texture, warmth, and an artisanal sensibility to any look.

More than a seasonal trend, raffia represents a broader evolution in contemporary luxury. It reflects a growing appreciation for craftsmanship over conspicuousness, authenticity over excess, and a deeper connection to the natural world. In an era increasingly defined by mindful consumption and understated elegance, few materials capture the spirit of modern luxury quite so beautifully.