Straw Shoulder Basket with Leather Handle – XL

Description

The extra large straw shoulder basket is a handwoven Moroccan piece made from doum palm and genuine leather, with rolled leather handles attached by leather tabs.

The extra large version of our shoulder basket, with rolled leather handles attached by leather tabs and a leather logo patch inside. At 40 cm tall it is roomy enough for beach gear or a market haul.

What makes this extra large straw shoulder basket special

Rolled leather handles are comfortable in the hand and soft on the shoulder. A small leather logo tag inside marks it as a Green Doum piece.

Handwoven in Morocco from doum palm and genuine leather

Moroccan craftsmanship connects the past and the present, and this piece is a small example. It is made from doum palm and genuine leather, the kind of natural materials the Green Doum family has worked with since 1962. Learn more about our family business.

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 extra large straw shoulder basket measures 32 × 18 × 40 cm (length × width × height). At that height it takes tall items upright.

Colors available: Brown, Camel and Natural. The straw stays natural while the leather sets the tone, from warm brown to light natural.

This listing is the XL size. The same style is also available in size XXL: Straw Shoulder Basket with Leather Handle – XXL.

How to use your extra large straw shoulder basket

The extra large straw shoulder basket works as a statement summer bag. Use it for the market, a day trip or the beach, and enjoy a natural look that goes with almost everything.

Wear this piece on the shoulder for market shopping, a picnic or a summer day out. It carries more than a handbag and looks good with linen, cotton and denim.

How to care for it

Avoid soaking the palm weave of your extra large straw shoulder basket. If it gets wet, shake off the water, shape it by hand and dry it flat in the shade. When you are not using it, stuff it lightly with paper and store it away from damp.

Extra large straw shoulder basket: frequently asked questions

What is the extra large straw shoulder basket 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 extra large straw shoulder basket come in?

It measures 32 × 18 × 40 cm (length × width × height). Available colors: Brown, Camel and Natural.

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): 32 × 18 × 40 cm
• Colors: Brown, Camel, Natural