A few weeks ago I got a surprise parcel from Barcelona’s La Roca Village, packed full of summer essentials. I’ve not been to Barcelona in years but looking through the goodies – all summer themed – really made me want to go there again soon.

Out of all the things in the parcel, I instantly love this summer basket bag by Textura. It’s roomy and easy to carry so I’ve used it lots already for trips to the library or to carry my food shopping.

It really reminded me of a bag I’d seen in a picture of the wonderful Catherine Deneuve in St. Tropez in 1965. I love her beach style, complete with captain’s cap!