our story began in 1993 with a boxy, black nylon handbag called sam. we wanted something utilitarian and timeless--a bag that could go with everything from jeans to a cocktail dress. sam did, and women and fashion editors alike fell for its fresh, simple shape. our sam stripe straw large tote is a subtle nod to the original silhouette. this time we reimagined it in super lightweight straw (great for the beach) printed with colorful stripes and trimmed with a playful fringe at the top. we also added zipper and slip pockets to the roomy interior to keep your extra special items sand-free. the enamel spade is our finishing touch.