Madewell The Camren Gathered Shoulder Bag
Madewell
$138.00
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The Madewell Camren Gathered Shoulder Bag lives in that sweet spot between sun-drenched and street-ready, channeling washed-out summer afternoons and the hush of gallery openings in equal measure. The natural straw body is woven with a relaxed, organic touch, while the softly gathered silhouette gives an effortless shape that feels sculptural without being fussy. Its tubular leather top handle is smooth to the hand, picking up the undertone of ease, and the leather drawstrings—finished with a single, weighty goldtone bead—speak to subtle luxury in a minimalist, considered way.
With proportions made to keep a day’s rhythm in sync, the Camren holds onto your style (and your essentials) without weighing you down. The unlined body opens wide with a zip closure and interior pocket, so your phone, cardholder, and lip balm stay within easy reach. Wear it slung by the sculpted top handle for a tucked-under-the-arm look, or take the adjustable shoulder strap for hands-free, city-girl movement. The textural mix layers naturally with linen, cotton, or denim, and the bag easily bridges morning errands, brunch, or an evening drop-in—never out of place but always a little unexpected.
Madewell’s knack for laid-back classics blends seamlessly with this woven shoulder bag, hinting at the fresh wave of straw accessories championed by It-girls and editors alike. It’s a quiet nod to the vacation-minded, subtly ‘70s silhouettes seen on recent runways, with the kind of nonchalant polish only Madewell gets right—effortless, grounded, and always moving forward.
Materials / Fabrication
- Woven raffia straw
- Softly gathered silhouette
- Tubular leather top handle
- Removable, adjustable leather shoulder strap
- Decorative leather strings with sculpted goldtone bead
- Top zip closure
- Interior pocket
- Unlined
- Straw with leather trim
- Imported
- Dimensions: 9 1/4" x 13 2/5", 6 1/2" handle drop
Recommended Care
- Avoid exposure to moisture to preserve the integrity of raffia straw.
- Spot clean with a soft, dry or slightly damp cloth; do not submerge in water.
- Store in a dust bag or cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent fading and drying out of leather trim.
- Avoid overfilling to maintain the bag's silhouette and prevent strain on leather handles and straps.
- Use a gentle leather cleaner for leather trim as needed, following up with a leather conditioner.
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Madewell is an American fashion brand that first got it start with its lineup of denim jeans. The brand eventually expanded its collection to offer all the other pieces you can pair with denim – like classic leather jacket, basic tees, and cute accessories. If you’re looking for timeless, classic pieces that are not swayed but trends, you can always look to Madewell. Shop the latest collection from Madewell, ranging in denim, jeans, dresses, jackets, t-shirts, shoes and accessories.
