Styling Straw Bags with Ageless Style

It's the third Thursday of the month and time for another ageless style challenge.  This month Jodie picked straw bags.  I didn't have a straw bag but one look on Amazon and I had the hardest time picking one! I wanted so many of them but finally settled on this plain tan one-- I wanted something neutral enough to go with anything but it had to have a zipper on it. 

I took my mom out earlier this month for an early Mother's Day lunch and decided that since we finally had a warm sunny day to go all out with skirt and shirt and sandals with my new straw bag. 

Sorry the photos aren't the greatest; between the wind and lighting we really struggled to get some good ones!


I originally had a different top picked out but switched it to this bright pink one; it just screams sunny weather to me. 



My new skirt is from Amazon (here)

So is my new purse (the sandals are quite old though I can't remember where I got them).






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Comments

  1. Kathrine EldridgeMay 16, 2024 at 6:24 AM

    The tote bag is perfect with this pretty look! I adore the printed skjiurt and loving that you did pink on top. Thanks for the link up!

    https://www.kathrineeldridge.com

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  2. AnonymousMay 16, 2024 at 7:24 AM

    You look beautiful today!
    I love your straw tote and the zipper makes it absolutely perfect❣️

    Rosemary
    www.distinctlysouthernstyle.com

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  3. HollyMay 16, 2024 at 8:11 AM

    I love a good straw bag. I have been using a straw crossbody so much that only cost me $20 on Ebay! Your hair is on point!

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  4. Dara @ Not In JerseyMay 16, 2024 at 8:30 AM

    I love the colors you're wearing!

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  5. Heather{Our Life In a Click}May 16, 2024 at 8:41 AM

    Love that tote and that it has a zipper! I've been eyeing that skirt on Amazon. It looks great on you and I love how you styled it with the pink top!

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    1. Joanne May 16, 2024 at 10:05 AM

      Thank you so much! I think this skirt is going to be a favorite this summer.

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  6. LyssyMay 16, 2024 at 8:47 AM

    Looks great, love the bright colors!

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  7. mireilleMay 16, 2024 at 9:38 AM

    Mine has a zipper too: it makes it so much more practical! I love the size of it and btw I am in love with your outfit! So pretty and summery!
    www.chezmireillefashiontravelmom.com

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  8. AnonymousMay 16, 2024 at 10:06 AM

    You look beautiful.
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  9. Jodie's Touch of StyleMay 16, 2024 at 3:30 PM

    You're going to use that bag a bunch I bet! It's so classic and iconic for summer!
    The outfit is incredible too!
    Xoxo
    Jodie

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    1. Joanne May 16, 2024 at 4:25 PM

      Aw, thanks! I haven't stopped using that bag since I took these photos. I love it.

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  10. Memphis BridgesMay 16, 2024 at 3:46 PM

    Cute shirt, skirt and bag! You are ready for spring!

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  11. Laura BMay 16, 2024 at 4:06 PM

    I love your straw bag and cute skirt! That bag is the perfect size for summer for all the extras we end up carrying around!

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  12. Doused in Pink | Chicago Style BlogMay 16, 2024 at 5:16 PM

    That is the perfect summer bag! Also, your skirt is gorgeous! Love the print and vibrant colors!

    Jill - Doused in Pink

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  13. JenniferMay 16, 2024 at 8:26 PM

    I don't have a straw bag either - but I now think I need one! It just made a cute outfit even cuter!!

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  14. MarshaMay 16, 2024 at 11:27 PM

    I still don't have a straw bag...Amazon is overwhelming! I love that skirt, and I love how you styled it!

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  15. PamelaMay 17, 2024 at 12:06 AM

    My totes have to have a zipper too!

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  16. Veronica LeeMay 17, 2024 at 1:05 AM

    Love that tote bag.
    Practicality with the zipper is a win!
    You've nailed summer style, Joanne!

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  17. Nancy 's Fashion StyleMay 17, 2024 at 2:19 AM

    I'm all eyes on your outfit! Fabulous! It looks amazing on you Joanne!

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  18. EllibelleMay 17, 2024 at 8:40 AM

    A great choice for a new straw bag and it pairs really well with your wonderful outfit.

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  19. Soma @ InkTorrents.comMay 17, 2024 at 5:43 PM

    I also have to have a zipper or a flap on my bags. Great outfit and your photos are lovely!!

    -Soma

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  20. GinaMay 18, 2024 at 7:40 AM

    I like the colors of that skirt which will go with lots of different tops. Cute bag, too!

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  21. JayneMay 18, 2024 at 1:57 PM

    I love your outfit Joanne. Looking very pretty! :)

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  22. Sunshine and BooksMay 19, 2024 at 9:43 PM

    That's a great straw bag and I love your skirt! Some of the reviews said some patterns were see through or needed a slip. Did you find that with that color skirt? It's so fun!

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    1. Joanne May 20, 2024 at 5:25 AM

      Thank you so much; this skirt does not need a slip at all. I loved the material and thought it was plenty thick enough as is.

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  23. onceuponatimehappilyeverafter.comMay 19, 2024 at 10:43 PM

    How nice that you enjoyed an early Mother's Day lunch with your mom. I bet she loved seeing her 'baby girl' all dressed up and looking so pretty for spring. Love those colors on you. And you look very youthful with your hair longer. Your bag was the perfect accessory to top off this look. Hope your fellas treated you like a queen on Mother's Day.

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  24. Amy JohnsonMay 20, 2024 at 6:59 AM

    Such a pretty outfit and bag! I love the bag! It'll go with everything you wear this summer.

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  25. Lindsay's Sweet WorldMay 25, 2024 at 10:18 AM

    That is such a pretty bag! Straw bags are just so timeless. Love that they never go out of style. And I love your skirt! The colors are gorgeous!

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