We know woven is hot this spring, and so is the use of native materials like straw and raffia on shoes and bags. From Chanel’s straw-like, barn-inspired brushed tweed bags, to Bottega Veneta’s raffia made wedge sandals, it’s plain to see woven native accessories are one of the must-buy items of the season.

Chanel Coco Country Handbag (s2010)

Bottega Veneta Paille Raffia Wedge (s2010)

This being said, why not go with the flow and purchase a woven piece for yourself, even if you might not exactly be a fan of such native made pieces?

A good one to try for starters is the Mar Y Sol Lola Sequin Clutch:

Mar Y Sol Lola Sequin Clutch, US$85

It is small enough so you won’t feel overwhelmed with the bag’s native feel, and it is beaded with sequins to brighten up the plain straw appearance of the clutch and give it a more glamorous twist. In fact, this clutch is just the perfect item to bring if you’re off to a beach party or a beach date.

Priced at an accessible US$85, this Lola Sequin Clutch from Mar Y Sol is quite an affordable designer piece to buy.

You may purchase the  Mar Y Sol Lola Sequin Clutch at  Shopbop.com

I was browsing over Fashion Week photos and came across this picture of Sophia Bush. This was taken when she attended the Diane Von Furstenberg show last February 14:

Sophia Bush

The bag immediately caught my eye. Quite an enticing piece to look at; very rich in texture and multi-dimensional, the kind that would make you want to run your fingers through its surface.

I found out that this is the Stephanie Hobo from Diane Von Furstenberg’s Spring Collection.

Diane Von Furstenberg Stephanie Medium Hobo in Gold Metallic

From afar, the bag looks like it is made of a series of small metal chains put together to create a piece of accessory. However, up close it is a whole different story.

What is even more interesting to note is that the material is not metal as you would initially perceive, but metallic leather woven in a chain link manner to create the appearance of such instead.

The technique  is truly fascinating, and if I am not mistaken, relatively new as it is the first I have seen so far. Let’s give Diane Von Furstenberg some credit for coming  up with such an innovative piece. It is like seeing her designing the wrap dress all over again!

The Stephanie Hobo comes in other colors – Metallic Star, Sunset Metallic, and Ocean Metallic:

Diane Von Furstenberg Stephanie Medium Hobo in Metallic Star

Diane Von Furstenberg Stephanie Medium Hobo in Sunset Metallic

Diane Von Furstenberg Stephanie Medium Hobo in Ocean Metallic

You can purchase the Diane Von Furstenberg Stephanie Hobo from Shopbop.com for US$875.

Apparently, Bottega Veneta is not the only bag brand Reese Witherspoon loves to wear, check out these photos of her toting the classic black Rebecca Minkoff Clutch.

Reese Witherspoon wearing the Rebecca Minkoff Clutch

Want the Rebecca Minkoff Clutch? And before you start asking, yup, it’s a two-way, the chain strap is removable.

Why not get its latest variant instead? It’s called the Rebecca Minkoff Basket Weave Clutch and it is trimmed with woven leather.

Rebecca Minkoff Basket Weave Clutch

I like this fresh take on the bag – the mixing of textures. You can tell Rebecca Minkoff (the designer) really put some attention into detailing this bag.

The treatment is the first I’ve seen from this perennial Minkoff item. Usually, she just changes the material used for the bag’s body. I am guessing the new dive could be attributed to the woven trend that is up for spring. Either way, it’s good to see her innovate.

If you want something even smaller, you can go for the Rebecca Minkoff Basket Weave Mini Mini Bag.

Rebecca Minkoff Basket Weave Mini Mini Bag

If both options are too small for you, go for the Morning After Bag instead.

Rebecca Minkoff Basket Weave Morning After Bag

You can purchase any of the three Rebecca Minkoff bags at Shopbop.com