: the fiber of the raffia palm used especially as cord for tying and weaving
Examples of raffia in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the WebLight oak runs across the floors, while raffia and leather adorn the walls.—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 15 May 2024 Ferguson’s high-neck look is clad in green and blue Swarovski crystal florets and black raffia ravens.—Erin Lassner, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019 Complete the ladylike look in Nili Lotan’s army green jacket, Joseph’s white poplin skirt, and Loeffler Randall’s raffia day clutch.—Laura Jackson, Vogue, 4 Apr. 2024 Other trends like a large woven bag that isn’t the usual wooden raffia fabric or a classic bucket bag in leather or canvas are on our radar as well.—Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 3 Apr. 2024 The design comes in five different colors and materials, including a seasonal raffia.—Megan Schaltegger, Southern Living, 30 Mar. 2024 Stay on theme and style yours with Ulla Johnson’s crafty tank top, a pair of suede sandals from Staud, and a mini raffia tote, also from Ulla Johnson.—Laura Jackson, Vogue, 28 Mar. 2024 The woven raffia is accented with sleek cognac leather forming a logo design, and the flared block heel feels equal parts retro and à la mode with what’s been shown on runways lately, but the 2-inch height won't leave you wobbly.—Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 18 Mar. 2024 What’s a beach vacation or summer outing without a raffia wedge?—Alyssa Brascia, Peoplemag, 1 Aug. 2023
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