By now, we must’ve already gotten the message across how much we love woven handbags and purses here on our blog. But maybe it’s time to explain why exactly we’re so crazy about them. Why woven handbags? Why not knit, quilted or even leather handbags?

Aside from being big fans of woven textures (or just about anything woven, in fact), we specifically love woven handbags for the plain and simple reason that they will never go out of style. The woven style on handbags will always be in fashion. And here are 5 great reasons why:

1. Weaving is a classic

We wrote in our About page that the very first woven bag apeared sometime in the late 17th Century. But as you may know, weaving has been used in history even way before that (think as far as 2.6 million years ago). Weaving has undergone the most rigorous, most thorough and most reliable test of endurance there is: time. If the art of weaving isn’t considered a classic, then we don’t know what is.

Put the art of weaving on a handbag and you’ve got yourself one style, age and time transcending accessory.

Vintage Native American Indian woven bag, $228.00; Vintage patterned woven shoulder bag, $128.00 both at Free People

2. Woven handbags are versatile

Because of the different types of weaves and different kinds of materials that can be used for a woven handbag, it is one of the most versatile accessories there is.

Use twill plaiting and raffia for a tote and you’ve got yourself a woven handbag ready for a day at the beach. Use the popular basket weave on commonplace leather material and you’ll end up with a gorgeous for-everyday tote. Use an intricate weave pattern on a shiny satin fabric and you’ll have a lovely little clutch ready for a night on the town.

With so many combinations, so many techniques and so many ways, you can see why designers love to use weaving on handbags. Even Bottega Venetta has decided to use a woven pattern as their signature instead of brandishing their logo on every single on of their products.

Clockwise from top left: Chloe Ethel woven sheepskin tote, $1,186.00 (was $1,395.00) at Bluefly; Nine West Isola straw tote, $46.99 (was $79.00) at 6pm; Burberry Prorsum Christie woven raffia satchel, $1,195.00 at Luisa Via Roma; Bottega Veneta mini knot clutch, $2,320.00 at Saks Fifth Avenue

3. Woven handbags mix and match with almost anything

The fact that woven handbags are so versatile also makes them easy to mix and match with virtually almost anything in your closet. Heading to work? Take a woven satchel like the Burberry Prorsum Christie satchel in the above picture with you. Got a hot date? Tuck a tiny woven clutch like the Bottega Veneta mini knot clutch under your arm.

You can create pretty much any type of look with a woven handbag. And because they are woven, they instantly add an interesting texture to any outfit. We also think that woven handbags can be worn year-round. Depending on the style of course, woven handbags can be used whether it be spring, summer, winter or fall.

Beautiful blondes with their woven handbags: Cameron Diaz is ready for spring, Blake Lively at the beach and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley in autumn colors

4. Woven handbags only get better with age

We love our woven handbags because the older they get, the better they look. The weaving settles in the more and more we use them. They fall into their shape, almost like they have a life of their own.

We’re waxing poetic at this point so we should say that woven handbags get better with age if they’re well taken care of. But then again, there are woven handbags that look better when they show signs of wear. Take a raffia or a straw tote for example — those things become softer, get more character and somehow even become roomier the more and more you use them.

5. Woven handbags are beautiful to look at

Lastly, designers will continue using weaving techniques for handbags simply because they’re beautiful to look at. They’re beautiful not in a trendy, of-the-moment, must-have-now way, but in a classic, last-forever kind of way.

There you have it, the 5 reasons why woven handbags will never go out style. If you’ve got one or a whole collection of woven handbags, hold on to them, keep them and take care of them. Cherish them to the point of purchasing them an engagement ring at 77diamonds or at Tiffany’s because like a faithful partner, they will stay with you for years to come.

Actress Brooklyn Decker added texture to her look, while promoting her new movie Just Go With It, via her black woven leather tote. Take a look:

Brooklyn, along with Just Go With It co-star Adam Sandler, was spotted signing autographs after promoting the said movie on the MTV show The Seven. She stepped out for her TV appearance in a cold weather ensemble of gray coat, skinnies, and pointy gray and black suede ankle boots. And of course, there’s that sleek woven tote on her arm.

If you’re a big fan of woven purses as much as I do, you might have already guessed by now the make of Brooklyn Decker’s woven tote. The simple and clean design, as well as the shiny, luxe-looking material are big giveaways that it’s a Bottega Veneta, which in this case is particularly the Bottega Veneta Moon Cabat Woven Tote.

I couldn’t find Brooklyn Decker’s Bottega Veneta Moon Cabat online, but here is a look at the Bottega Veneta Cabat Woven Black Large Tote:

Bottega Veneta Cabat Woven Black Large Tote

It looks beautiful and has pretty much that polished and sophisticated look, without the fuss.

This Bottega Veneta Cabat Woven Black Large Tote is available at Etui Maison for $1,275.00.

For Bottega Veneta with similar styles, try these:

Bottega Veneta Fringe Maltin Tote, $2,650.00 (Neiman Marcus)

Bottega Veneta Woven Leather Tote, $3,080.00 (Saks Fifth Avenue)

Bottega Veneta Woven Weekend Tote, $3,100.00 (Bergdorf Goodman)

I have to admit that it was love at first sight for me when I first laid my eyes on this gorgeous tote from Henry Beguelin—the Henry Beguelin Alligator-Embossed Pleated Tote:

Henry Beguelin Alligator-Embossed Pleated Tote

Do you love it, too? It is just so EXQUISITE! It is elegent, sexy and flirty. The brown alligator-embossed leather is beautiful and luxurious, while the woven top handles provide a touch of additional lovely texture. The buckled straps that create a gathered top keep it edgy and stylish, too. And if you look closely, it actually also sports stitching details that are cute additions as well. I must admit that I’m not really fond of hanging charms in bags, but the simple, yet sweet, hanging stick figure logo charm on this one is quite charming, and I like it.

This Henry Beguelin Alligator-Embossed Pleated Tote is boho-inspired and reminiscent of the very popular Fendi Spy bag that I love, too.

Spring is set to enter anytime soon and this Henry Beguelin Alligator-Embossed Pleated Tote is just perfect to keep you looking on-trend this spring. Pair it with this lovely bohemian dress from Chloe to give off that boho-chic vibe.

Dress: Chloe Floral-Print Bohemian Dress, $670.00

Or, mix it with this casual ensemble for that casual boho style:

Blouse: Joie Renny Cotton Top, $198.00; Pants: Joie Clarissa Cargo Pants, $218.00

The Henry Beguelin Alligator-Embossed Pleated Tote is available at Neiman Marcus for $1,240.00. All the apparel are available at Neiman Marcus as well.