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.

For those who love the Diane von Furstenberg Stephanie Medium Hobo, here’s another Diane von Furstenberg beauty that you might want to add to your must-have list as well—the Diane von Furstenberg Kelli Hobo:

Diane von Furstenberg Kelli Hobo

See its different looks:

It is a bit inspired from the Diane von Furstenberg Stephanie Medium Hobo, but is more streamlined. It has the same Diane von Furstenberg Stephanie Medium Hobo chain-link detailing, but as you can see it has been kept so minimal and placed only at the middle portion of the bag. Ruchings had instead been added, as well as piping at the front and back and whipstitched edges at the top.

It’s not as flashy as the Diane von Furstenberg Stephanie Medium Hobo, but it’s nothing short of snazzy, either. It has its own elegant and luxurious feel, and carries itself rather well. In fact, I love how classy and chichi it looks. And of course, just like any other DVF, it’s incredibly functional with its roomy interior and extra pocket on the inside. Plus, you might just be happy to know that it retails for a much cheaper price than the Diane von Furstenberg Stephanie Medium Hobo—it’s only $675.00 at Shopbop.com.

If you’re quite unsure about white bags (being an easy magnet for dirt and all), you’ll be glad to know that this Diane von Furstenberg Kelli Hobo also comes in black.

Demi Moore looked the part of a true vacation-babe while waiting for a boat in St. Barts on December 29, 2010:

Demi and husband Ashton Kutcher descended upon the Caribbean island to rang in the new year, and was spotted rocking chic vacation styles. One instance was in the above photo when she donned a Missoni maxi dress, black gladiator sandals, large sunglasses, and a neat-looking woven bag.

Don’t you just find Demi’s look so cool and chic? I love everything—the tribal-print maxi dress, the gladiator sandals, and most especially, my eyes are glued to her luxe-looking woven bag. Here’s a look of the beautiful bag up close:

Jimmy Choo Bali Raffia Hobo

Demi’s woven bag is a Jimmy Choo Bali Raffia Hobo that I find so totally adorable! Do you think so, too? The woven raffia material has been considerably softened so it looks more flexible and supple. The black leather trim and the slim strap decorations on the sides are so sophisticated, and give this gorgeous bag that modern rocker-chic edge. It’s looks really elegant that not only is it appropriate for the summer, but for all seasons as well.

The Jimmy Choo Bali Raffia Hobo is available at NeimanMarcus.com for $995.00. For those looking for less-costly alternatives, I couldn’t find one that looks exactly like it, but just take a look at these beautiful woven bags for you might just find something among them that strikes your fancy:

Magid Paper Shiny Trim Chain Tote, $73.00 (Endless.com)

Magid Casual Paper Bucket Bag, $36.30 (Endless.com)

Brighton Fern Straw Tote, $160.00 (Zappos.com)