If you think you've exhausted your options for woven summer handbags, this selection of MUUÑ basket bags is likely the breath of fresh air you're looking for. Classics are deemed so for a reason; however, I understand the itch for differentiation. These are the details that allow an item to fold in neatly to the rest of your summer wardrobe, as opposed to you stretching to accommodate it. Even if something is marked as fashionable or classic, it isn't guaranteed to align with your personal style.
This conundrum often leads me to ask, "How can I make this interesting?" When I'm presented with a look or a style or a trademark of summer outfits, I like to source options that lean toward unique. Once you know the trends, as well as the classics, it becomes much easier to bend the rules and adjust the boundaries so you can make wardrobe staples better fit your personal style. MUUÑ absolutely embodies this concept. Basket bags are a given when June rolls around, but admittedly, many start to look the same. Once you see one, it's easy to feel as if you've seen them all. I felt similarly until I came across MUUÑ, a brand excelling at quiet luxury handbags—especially those in the basket category.
The concept for MUUÑ sparked on a trip that founder Audrey David took to Ghana, where she met exceptional craftspeople who excelled at traditional straw-weaving techniques. Working closely with the tradespeople she met and pulling inspiration from the original creators and developers of minimalism (Japan and Scandinavia), David forged ahead to build MUUÑ, a line of thoughtfully crafted basket bags that are just that little bit different from the rest.
Each bag is an amalgamation of talented artisans who are exceptional in their craft, and each person contributes a component to create the whole. Most of the basket bags are still handwoven with elephant grass in Ghana. The inside pouch is sewn by people with disabilities working for ISTA. The leather tanning and finishing touches come together in French workshops. Even the winter bags feature wool collected and knitted by women from the Caucasus in Georgia. The end result is a piece with a storied origin and a silhouette that differs from the most common shapes spotted on the high street.
So if you're looking for a summer basket bag that contains more charisma but won't feel dated by next June, scroll on for 14 MUUÑ bags chosen by a handbag obsessive.
The Best Muun Basket Bags for Summer 2026
The trapezoid shape is a hallmark of MUUÑ bags, and it's one of the reasons why I think they're worth investing in. It's a unique silhouette, but it doesn't allow it to lose its timelessness.
Boho styles are having a comeback in 2026, and the simple shape and thin straps of this bag play nicely into that style category.
This has the subtlest difference thanks to the open weave. It feels breezy and light, which are all must-have elements for a staple summer bag.
This silhouette is inspired by the shape of an upside-down mushroom. It also reminds me of a sun hat, which is another undisputed symbol of summer. You can carry it with its top handles, but it also comes with a crossbody strap.
This bag reminds me of a seashell, from its woven spirals to the clamshell-style opening. With mermaidcore on the rise, it's a very chic choice.
The colourful stripes on the bottom of this bag are reminiscent of late July sunsets, and it's hard to think of a more fitting summer bag than an option with a detail such as that.
This is the ideal size for summer adventures. It's small enough that it's not unwieldy but has plenty of space for all your essentials. I also love the removable inner bag—characteristic of all MUUÑ basket bags.
The olive green leather handles make this bag look even more summery, whilst maintaining a neutral aesthetic.
If you've been enjoying the bucket bag trend, this elegant summer version deserves a spot in your handbag collection.
It's incredible what the softest curve from the pull of a drawstring can do for a bag. This sole detail gives the Orbi bag such a unique shape, and I'll forever applaud MUUÑ's designers for their consistent ingenuity.
Whether you're a minimalist, or like me, love wearing black in summer, this bag is design perfection. The square shape, sleek narrow straps and knotted details are breathtaking.
When it's way too hot out, the smaller and lighter the bag the better. The petite Minette bag has room for your phone, keys and any cute trinkets you find on holiday.
Not only are cotton canvas straps durable, but in this soft white hue, they're exceptionally pretty for summer, especially combined with a basket texture.
Another fun shape from MUUÑ that proves basket bags don't have to be blasé.
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