Summer rattan shoulder bag with inner zip: Meda Bag

I tried a rattan-style bag as an accent for spring and summer outfits. The visible weave caught my eye, but what I really liked was the inner zip that conceals what is inside and the sturdy weave that helps it hold its shape.

What outfits does this bag go with?

I felt that rattan or crochet-style weaving can add an accent even to a simple outfit. It gives dresses and linen clothes an easygoing feel, while it works casually with denim or shorts. I also thought it would be useful with resort outfits, not just everyday clothes.

Can you see the contents through the weave?

When choosing a bag like this, I worry about storage and whether the contents will show through. This one has a zip inside, so once I closed it, the things I put in it were not visible from the outside. It was nice not to have to worry as much about my wallet or phone being on display when I went out.

Does the bag keep its shape when carried?

With a loose weave, I worry that a bag will look floppy, but this bag's weave was even and sturdy throughout. It did not easily lose its form, which I liked because its silhouette stayed neat when I carried it.

Does it go with padded jackets or coats?

It has a strong summer-bag image, but I felt it went surprisingly well with winter outerwear such as padded jackets and coats. In particular, against basic-colored outerwear, the bag's weave felt like an accent to the outfit.

In summer, I thought it would create a light, relaxed mood with clothes in airy materials. The simpler the outfit, the more the bag's weave stands out.

Since it suits knits and outerwear as well as dresses and linen, this was a bag I wanted to use with seasonal outfits rather than only for one summer.