Bamboo bag outfits. We see them at the beach and pool, structured wooden-looking purses in various shapes, usually round or a half-moon. Now, big designer labels and brands like Yves Saint Laurent are giving them distinction by making them into luxurious fashion pieces.

What are bamboo bags anyway? They are bags and they are made of bamboo, that much is evident. But how did this quirky trend rise to the level of coveted handbag, practically overnight? Well, they have actually been around a lot longer than Instagram would have us know.

Bamboo handbags (also known as birdcage bags) have been around since the 1950s. You can even track down some of the old, vintage bags themselves if you know where to look. In the last few years, brands like Cult Gaia and Vintga reintroduced the bag in a way that felt modern and utterly trendy… and now, we see Gucci and Yves Saint Laurent – among others – adding their own glamorous touch to the item.

No longer just a beach bag trend, these ultra-stylish pieces add major chic points to any look, from casual summer-wear to elegant wedding attire. And in today’s post, we will show you 20 ways you can style the bag, as well as tips on where to find your own. Let’s get started!

Types of Bamboo Bags

Here are some of the most popular bamboo bags you can check out for yourself!

• The Vintga Bag. The most recognizable bamboo bag comes in a half-moon or fan shape. Get the Vintga version for just $37.97.
• The Cult Gaia Bag. Cult Gaia is known for a couple of their bamboo bags, specifically this round version. You can get it for CHF182.99.
• The Other Cult Gaia Bag. Their classic bamboo Ark bag made waves back in 2017. Lucky for us, it’s still a hot item!
• The Miuco Bag. This slightly darker 100% bamboo version is very similar to the Vintage and costs about the same.
• Another Miuco. This particular version features round handles and is a teensy bit more expensive at $45.99.

Bamboo bags are a popular find on Etsy as well as Amazon so if you haven’t found your winner yet, just keep looking! You can get a handmade bamboo bag for a super reasonable price, and they come in a variety of colors too.