raffia
noun
raf·fia ˈra-fē-ə 
: the fiber of the raffia palm used especially as cord for tying and weaving
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web Finally, actor Griselda Siciliani arrived, rocking what appears to be a gray version of the viral raffia and wood Prada bag and matching PVC Prada heels. 
André-naquian Wheeler, Vogue, 30 Aug. 2022 The Williams Sonoma Newport Natural Chandelier is the focal point of the living room, with its tiered raffia wrapped metal frame. Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Aug. 2022 Take this classic pair of raffia and suede shoes from Gabriela Hearst, a multicolor sun hat from Paco Rabanne, and a handwoven necklace from Johanna Ortiz for example. Laura Jackson, Vogue, 1 Aug. 2022 But the in-house working group lit upon a possible solution in roll-packing, where garments are tightly rolled and bound with a length of recyclable raffia, then packed into shipment boxes with a single, reusable poly lining. Shawnté Salabert, Outside Online, 16 Apr. 2020 Adele was captured wearing a Loewe x Paula's Ibiza print top and matching pants, a £1,825 ($2,186.13) set and carrying Saint Laurent's Rive Gauche raffia and leather bag, which costs £1,860 ($2,228.06), per the Daily Mail. Alyssa Bailey, ELLE, 21 July 2022 Test out textures like grosgrain, linen, and raffia, a signature of Carrie Forbes, to add depth to an otherwise simple design. Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 4 June 2022 Made of raffia, the Tinsley comes in two colors, tan and black, and has a tall crown paired with a wide brim. Roxanne Adamiyatt, Town & Country, 15 June 2022 Whether in sturdy canvas or French Riviera raffia (or both), the top market bags add a touch of luxury to your daily essentials lineup now—and later. Halie Lesavage, Harper's BAZAAR, 2 June 2022 See More
André-naquian Wheeler, Vogue, 30 Aug. 2022 The Williams Sonoma Newport Natural Chandelier is the focal point of the living room, with its tiered raffia wrapped metal frame. Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Aug. 2022 Take this classic pair of raffia and suede shoes from Gabriela Hearst, a multicolor sun hat from Paco Rabanne, and a handwoven necklace from Johanna Ortiz for example. Laura Jackson, Vogue, 1 Aug. 2022 But the in-house working group lit upon a possible solution in roll-packing, where garments are tightly rolled and bound with a length of recyclable raffia, then packed into shipment boxes with a single, reusable poly lining. Shawnté Salabert, Outside Online, 16 Apr. 2020 Adele was captured wearing a Loewe x Paula's Ibiza print top and matching pants, a £1,825 ($2,186.13) set and carrying Saint Laurent's Rive Gauche raffia and leather bag, which costs £1,860 ($2,228.06), per the Daily Mail. Alyssa Bailey, ELLE, 21 July 2022 Test out textures like grosgrain, linen, and raffia, a signature of Carrie Forbes, to add depth to an otherwise simple design. Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 4 June 2022 Made of raffia, the Tinsley comes in two colors, tan and black, and has a tall crown paired with a wide brim. Roxanne Adamiyatt, Town & Country, 15 June 2022 Whether in sturdy canvas or French Riviera raffia (or both), the top market bags add a touch of luxury to your daily essentials lineup now—and later. Halie Lesavage, Harper's BAZAAR, 2 June 2022 See More Word History
Etymology
Malagasy rafia
First Known Use
1850, in the meaning defined above