When it comes to summer, I always have an eye out for a cute tote bag to switch things up for the weekend or when preparing for a vacation. I don’t normally switch out my purse from season-to-season as I like to commit to an all-year-long neutral bag & then take something else special out for certain occasions. Recently, while browsing my favorite affordable style retailers for the latest in summer accessories, I discovered the Time and Tru jute pocket tote bag @Walmart for $15.00, available in six colors: multi stripe / shocking pink, natural with gold & cognac, natural with silver & vivid white, natural with black colorblock, natural with blue blitz, & natural with sunflower.

I love the idea of coordinating these with maxi dress for an outdoor movie, a blouse & cropped linen pants for a family brunch, or a printed romper & sandal flats for a day at the park. The combination of straw with the pop of color inspires me to play with hues in an unexpected way. For example, I’d love to try to yellow bag with a black dress or the cognac with a chambray & denim look.

How would you style this bag? What kind of tote do you rely on for the summer? Where are you shopping for affordable summer accessories? Are you a fan of Walmart’s Time & Tru brand? For more stylish posts, check out: a ruffled blouse from New York & Company for work & play, an entire outfit from H&M for under $100, the prettiest maxi dress for summer from Amazon, fruity fashion finds for summer, & pride style for always! Happy Styling!