IBELIV
Arona Black Braided Raffia Mini Bucket Bag
CA$99.95CAD
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The Arona Black Braided Raffia Mini Bucket Bag from French label IBELIV at Simons features a black braided raffia exterior, a drawstring closure with a beige fabric lining, and a brown leather sleeve on the drawcords. It includes two grab handles and a long braided shoulder strap for versatile carrying. The bag measures 6.75 inches high, 11.75 inches long, and 7.5 inches wide.
- Color
- Black
- Material
- Braided raffia
- Gender
- female
- Style
- casual, classic, minimal
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Handbags, Wallets & Cases > Handbags
Specifications
Braided raffia mini bucket bag with drawstring closure and dual carry options.
Braided raffia construction, drawstring closure, grab handles and shoulder straps.
- Color
- Black · black
- Material
- Braided raffia
- Style
- casual, classic, minimal
- Occasion
- vacation, beach-day, everyday
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 11.75x7.5x6.75 in
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Handbags, Wallets & Cases > Handbags
Additional Attributes
- Braided raffia construction
- Drawstring closure
- Grab handles and shoulder straps
- Mini bucket bag silhouette
- French IBELIV label at Simons
- Height: 6.75 inches
- Length: 11.75 inches
- Width: 7.5 inches
- Black color
- Natural fiber material
Product Insights
The IBELIV Arona Black Braided Raffia Mini Bucket Bag is a lightweight, shape-retaining bag hand-crocheted in Madagascar using an ancestral Malagasy technique, made from 100% Madagascar raffia harvested under a 30% shoot-removal protocol for sustainability. Its natural resin keeps raffia pliable and durable, and the bag is signed by its maker. However, it has no interior pockets or lining, is sensitive to water which can cause dye bleeding and fiber weakening, and overloading can permanently distort the shape due to raffia stretch. The bag holds about 6-7 liters and is designed for city use, but requires careful handling to maintain its form.
Verified claims
- Material
- 100% Madagascar raffia, no leather, shape-retaining.
- Harvesting
- Harvested under a 30% shoot-removal protocol for palm regeneration.
- Artisanship
- Maker-signed and crocheted using an ancestral Malagasy technique.
- Weight
- Lighter than a comparable leather bucket bag.
- Artisan craft
- Each bag is handmade in Madagascar by a single craftswoman who signs it.
- Shape retention
- The raffia's structural memory and natural resin keep the bucket shape from sagging with repeated use.
- Lightness
- All-raffia construction makes the bag dramatically lighter than a comparable leather bucket bag.
- Carrying comfort
- Because the all-raffia bag is dramatically lighter than a comparable leather bucket bag, it can be carried all day without shoulder fatigue.
- Overloading caution
- Overstuffing can cause raffia to stretch and distort the bag's shape.
- Capacity
- The interior box-volume from the listed 30×19×17 cm dimensions is roughly 9.7 liters; the curved base and drawstring trim practical carrying capacity to about 6–7 liters — enough for a large smartphone, continental wallet, sunglasses case, keys, and a 500 ml bottle.
- Stretch
- Stretches when packed; avoid overloading to prevent permanent distortion.
- Inner flap
- Organic cotton inner flap with drawstring securely hides contents.
- Water sensitivity
- Prolonged rain or soaking can cause the black dye to bleed and weaken the raffia fibers.
- Water tolerance
- Occasional light rain is fine if blotted dry; avoid prolonged soaking to prevent color bleeding.
- Longevity
- Natural resin keeps raffia pliable and durable for years with simple spot-cleaning care.
- Sustainability
- Harvested under a 30% renewal rule; handcrafted by trained Malagasy artisans, each bag signed by its maker.
- Size comparison
- Mini is 6 cm shorter and 5 cm narrower than the full-size Arona, fitting a tablet and designed for city use.
- Durability
- Crocheted raffia stays flexible and contains a natural resin that prevents brittleness over time.
- Base stability
- The flat base allows the bag to stand upright on its own, keeping contents from spilling.
- Care
- Avoid overloading and moisture exposure to prevent base stretching and sagging.
- Handmade variation
- Slight variations in dimensions and weave may occur because each bag is handmade.
- Leather-free construction
- The body, grab handles, and shoulder strap are all crocheted from raffia with no leather trim.
- Carry options
- The bag has both grab handles and a shoulder strap, so it can be carried as a handbag or shoulder bag.
- Raffia provenance
- IBELIV produces the bag in Madagascar, where the coastal climate and mineral-rich soil yield raffia fibers that are longer and more resilient than those from other regions.
- Cleaning
- Clean with a damp cloth and neutral soap, then air-dry away from direct sunlight to avoid brittleness.
Product record
- Title
- Arona Black Braided Raffia Mini Bucket Bag
- Brand
- IBELIV
- Price
- 395 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
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Keep your bag contents hidden
Inside the Arona mini bucket bag is an interior flap made of organic cotton that covers your belongings, so what is in the bag stays out of view.[3]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Arona Black Braided Raffia Mini Bucket Bag: Choose this if you want a compact, handcrafted raffia bag: it is a mini bucket style in 100% Madagascar raffia, handmade by IBELIV artisans in Madagascar, with grab handles, a detachable long braided shoulder strap, and a drawstring closure over a lined interior with an organic cotton flap that hides contents. It is offered in one size in black, measuring about 6.75 inches high, 11.75 inches long, and 7.5 inches wide, so it suits light everyday carry rather than large loads. Note the drawstring closure is not a zip, and while the brand describes the bag as 100% raffia with no leather elements, the drawcords pass through a small leather sleeve.[1,3,4,5,6] | Pure Black Braided Raffia Xxl Tote Bag: Choose this if you want an XXL everyday tote with room to spare — it measures about 21 inches long, 15.25 inches high, and 7 inches wide, in a pure black braided raffia (90% raffia, 10% cotton) with a crescent, shopping-bag-inspired silhouette. It closes with a magnetic snap button, has an interior pocket, and short integrated grab handles (the brand notes there is no shoulder strap). It is handcrafted from natural raffia by Madagascan artisans, though the open weave has small perforations where light shows through, so contents may be partially visible.[2,7,8,9,10,11] | Coral Reef Small Black And Beige Bag: Choose this if you want a small hand-crocheted raffia tote with a distinctive textured look — its tightly twisted black and beige strands form rosette-like clusters, and it closes with a drawstring over a fabric-lined opening. It suits shoppers who value craft: it is designed in France, handmade in Madagascar with vegetable-tanned leather handles and a removable crossbody strap, and measures about 10 by 14 by 8 inches (25 by 36 by 20 cm) in one size. Note that because it is made by hand from raffia, subtle imperfections are normal and presented by the retailer as part of its charm.[12,13] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Small bucket-shaped tote made from tightly braided raffia or similar fiber in black, with two short wrapped top handles and a long braided shoulder strap attached at knotted side loops.
- Overall shapeTapered bucket silhouette with a wider open top and narrower rounded base, body constructed from horizontal rows of tightly braided material.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.42 · w 0.76 · h 0.38 (high) - Top handlesTwo short top handles rising from the rim, each fully wrapped in the same braided material producing a rounded, padded-looking grip.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.18 · w 0.34 · h 0.22 (high) - Long braided strapSingle long braided strap shown detached in front, passed through knotted loops at each side of the bag and laid in a loose semicircle on the surface in front of the bag.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.58 · w 0.36 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.56 · w 0.36 · h 0.36 (high) - Side knot attachmentsKnotted loops of braided material on both upper side panels where the long braided strap threads through, forming visible knots against the rim.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.44 · w 0.20 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.44 · w 0.20 · h 0.16 (high) - Surface textureDense, slightly glossy braided texture with visible individual fiber strands and horizontal banding where braids are joined.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.48 · w 0.60 · h 0.30 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a light neutral background with soft shadow beneath the bag. The camera is centered on the front of the bag showing the full front-facing view.
- Background and surfaceUniform light gray background and slightly darker surface creating a soft shadow under the bag.
- Shot compositionCentered, frontal product shot showing the full bag and the long strap arranged in front; minimal perspective distortion.
- Lighting and shadowEven studio lighting from above with a soft shadow directly beneath and slightly to the front of the bag.
Colors
black· body#0D0E0Cblack· top handles#0E0E0Bblack· long braided strap#0E0E0C- Overall shapeTapered bucket silhouette with a wider open top and narrower rounded base, body constructed from horizontal rows of tightly braided material.
- 02
Product
Small bucket-shaped bag constructed from tightly braided material with a rounded base, short wrapped top handles and two long braided shoulder straps that hang above the bag.
- Overall shapeRounded bucket silhouette with a visibly rounded base and a straight short upper rim; body tapers slightly inward toward the top.
1 region
x 0.07 · y 0.28 · w 0.86 · h 0.60 (high) - Surface textureDense, tightly braided straw/raffia weave forming horizontal rows and small looped braid texture across the entire body surface.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.36 · w 0.76 · h 0.52 (high) - HandlesPair of short top handles wrapped in the same braided material, each handle appears tubular and padded by the wrapping; they rise from the rim and fold back down toward the bag.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.07 · w 0.30 · h 0.34 (high) - Long strapsTwo long, thin braided shoulder straps made from the same material hang above the bag and extend out of the top of the frame; straps are visibly twisted/braided and match the bag body in texture.
3 regions
x 0.03 · y 0.00 · w 0.20 · h 0.62 (medium); x 0.78 · y 0.00 · w 0.19 · h 0.72 (medium); x 0.40 · y 0.00 · w 0.20 · h 0.60 (medium) - Top attachmentsKnotted or wrapped connection points where straps and handles attach to the rim; sections of thicker wrapped braid visible at the rim junctions.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.22 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (medium); x 0.70 · y 0.20 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (medium) - FinishMatte to low-sheen consisently black finish on the braided material with slight specular highlights on raised braid edges.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.30 · w 0.80 · h 0.50 (high)
Other
Studio-style product shot showing the bag suspended against a light neutral background with a soft shadow below indicating a light source from above; image cropped to show the full bag body and most of the straps.
- BackgroundEven light gray background with no visible patterns or props.
- ShadowSoft diffuse shadow directly beneath the bag on the lower edge of the frame, suggesting studio lighting from above.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.84 · w 0.44 · h 0.10 (high) - Shot compositionFrontal three-quarter view slightly rotated to show one side of the bag; straps hang vertically into frame and are slightly cropped at the top.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution, sharp focus on braiding detail across the bag; even lighting with visible highlights on braided ridges.
Colors
black· body and straps#0D0E0C- Overall shapeRounded bucket silhouette with a visibly rounded base and a straight short upper rim; body tapers slightly inward toward the top.
- 03
Product
Close-up of the bag's upper portion showing black braided exterior, two short braided handles, a gathered beige fabric drawstring lining, beige drawcords with a brown leather sleeve, and a small brown leather patch on the interior lining.
- Exterior body weaveBlack braided straw/raffia exterior with a tightly woven basketweave texture forming the bucket shape visible at the top edge.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.46 · w 0.94 · h 0.51 (high) - HandlesTwo short rounded top handles made from the same black braided material; handles are thick, tubular and attached at the bag rim.
2 regions
x 0.05 · y 0.18 · w 0.46 · h 0.46 (high); x 0.46 · y 0.06 · w 0.44 · h 0.52 (high) - Interior lining and closureBeige fabric liner with a gathered drawstring top forming a ruched opening; the liner protrudes above the braided rim and creates a soft puckered edge.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.18 · w 0.48 · h 0.34 (high) - Drawcords and leather sleevePair of flat beige drawcords exiting the liner and gathered together under a rectangular brown leather sleeve that wraps the cords near the top.
1 region
x 0.57 · y 0.03 · w 0.28 · h 0.20 (high) - Interior leather patchSmall rectangular brown leather patch stitched to the beige lining interior; the patch has an embossed or printed mark that is not clearly legible in the image.
1 region
x 0.27 · y 0.46 · w 0.18 · h 0.09 (high) - Knot detailKnotted end of a side cord made from the same black braided material visible at the lower left of the bag body.
1 region
x 0.01 · y 0.67 · w 0.18 · h 0.27 (high)
Other
Studio-style close-up shot on a neutral light gray background with even lighting and soft shadow; image crops the lower body and focuses on the bag opening and handles.
- Shot compositionClose-up three-quarter top view focusing on the bag opening and handles; upper portion of bag centered toward the top-right quadrant.
- Background and lightingPlain light gray background with even diffuse lighting and a subtle soft shadow under the bag, indicating studio illumination.
- Image croppingLower portion of the bag is cropped out of frame; top edges and handle loops are fully visible.
Colors
matte black· exterior body#0E0E0Cwarm beige· interior lining and drawcordsmedium brown leather· leather patch and sleeve#8B7454- Exterior body weaveBlack braided straw/raffia exterior with a tightly woven basketweave texture forming the bucket shape visible at the top edge.
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