At the Farmers Market: 5 Traditional French Market Baskets
So check the 5 baskets below and cast your vote to let us know which one is your favorite: 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 (as hard as it may be, you have to pick just one, sorry!). So let’s begin:
- French market basket #1: # 1 has leather straps and leather trim. Love this French lady’s bracelet!
French Market Baskets – Photo 1
- French market basket # 2: #2 has leather straps only and is the most common basket seen at the farmers market. This is the old-fashion French soft market basket — just short leather straps for a snug fit.
French Market Baskets – Photo 2
- French market basket #3: # 3 is larger than the old-fashion basket and has a flat bottom which allows you to set your basket on the ground – an advantage when you need both hands to check out fruits and vegetables. We saw a lot of #3 as well.
French Market Baskets – Photo 3
- French market basket #4: #4 has leather straps all around which makes it more durable.
French Market Baskets – Photo 4
- French market basket #5: #5 has long straps and is a bit more fashionable. In fact, you can see French women using these types of baskets at the beach to carry towels, sunscreen, magazine, etc. For more use of your market baskets, check our article “4 Ideas to Use A French Market Basket Year-Round.” Love those lovely flowers in the background.
French Market Baskets – Photo 5
So cast your vote on which French market basket is your favorite. We’ll compile the results and feature the Art of the Home readers favorite traditional french market basket. Just leave us your favorite basket number in the comment section: #1, #2, #3, #4 or #5!
my vote is for #3
I love basket #1, Beautiful! A great idea!
#4 (although I wish the straps were longer
Basket Number 3 with the flat bottom definitely as a market basket.
It is close between 2 and 4…but I think I’d go with 4 as it looks to be sturdier…so when I pick up the heavier items…like melons I wouldn’t break the basket! Thanks for the opportunity to comment.
#3!!!! Because it’s the prettiest!
basket no. 4 is the best
#5
Market Basket No. 3
# 2 is my choice, love the green dress and the little girl. So cute.
# 3 much more roomy !!
Love it!!!!!
i’m wearing mine for 15 years….i’ve the #2 …very fashionable, from the market to the beach!
I chose #1 and #3, like to have both!!
#3 is beautiful!
#2 is most authentic, but #3 is most appealing.
#1looks like it is the best for shopping!
Would have to say # 3 because of the flat bottom…….
#3
I like #5…but I’d like it better if the straps were leather/wider – a bit more comfortable on the shoulder….I’m a sucker for a shoulder bag cuz it leaves my hands free to select the produce….
#3…just would have to be careful with my “load.”
I also like #5 but have to agree with Sue…it doesn’t look too comfy (the straps.)
#3 would be my pick – the flat bottom looks useful – but any of the others would be a good choice too – hmmmm, time to go shopping for one, methinks
Number one! I love the leather around the brim of the basket. Very pretty.
#5
It is a toss up between #3 and #5. I love the functionaly of the squared basket, but the traditional shape and the long handles has to be my choice!
Would love to be able to get them over here in Texas!
#1 – I like the leather all around, will wear better over time, but any of them would do!
Thanks for your vote Martine. Feel free to check Art of the Home Readers’ Favorite here: http://goo.gl/Cm1Qg. Regarding getting a French market basket in Texas or US in general, I wish I could tell you where. We’re actually looking into it and we will certainly let you know if we find something out.
#5 – shoulder strap helps with heavy loads.
Love # 5—because it keeps your hands free!
Loved them all but number 4 was my favorite. Would love to know where to get them.