Founder's Favorites

Woman lounging with pink Boatkin bag.
Golden Hills Turquoise Ring in sterling silver with unique lavender matrix

Golden Hills Turquoise Rings

$295.00

Navy Boatkin bag on a boat deck with palm trees and houses in the background

Boatkin Bag - Structured Canvas Boat Tote

$100.00

Handmade sterling silver paperclip necklace with Kingman turquoise and custom-dyed aquamarine silk

Kingman Turquoise Paperclip Necklace

$250.00

Front full length view of upright Vintage L.L. Bean Tote — Mini Navy and yellow rugby Stripe canvas bag from the Y2K era.

Vintage L.L. Bean Tote — Mini Navy & Yellow Rugby Stripe

$195.00

Hand-knotted AAA aquamarine candy necklace with solid 14K gold S-clasp.

14K Gold Aquamarine Candy Necklace

$650.00

Glory Glory Georgia Bulldogs red and white embroidered iron on patch for tote bags and game day

Glory Glory Iron On Patch | Georgia Bulldogs Patch

$8.50

Golden Hills Turquoise Ring in sterling silver with unique lavender matrix

Golden Hills Turquoise Rings

$295.00

Navy Boatkin bag on a boat deck with palm trees and houses in the background

Boatkin Bag - Structured Canvas Boat Tote

$100.00

Handmade sterling silver paperclip necklace with Kingman turquoise and custom-dyed aquamarine silk

Kingman Turquoise Paperclip Necklace

$250.00

Front full length view of upright Vintage L.L. Bean Tote — Mini Navy and yellow rugby Stripe canvas bag from the Y2K era.

Vintage L.L. Bean Tote — Mini Navy & Yellow Rugby Stripe

$195.00

Hand-knotted AAA aquamarine candy necklace with solid 14K gold S-clasp.

14K Gold Aquamarine Candy Necklace

$650.00

Glory Glory Georgia Bulldogs red and white embroidered iron on patch for tote bags and game day

Glory Glory Iron On Patch | Georgia Bulldogs Patch

$8.50

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About The Collection

Product Details & Care

Welcome to my personal vault. I’m Karen, the founder and designer behind Coral Strands, and this collection is a hand-curated edit of the pieces I live in, carry, and collect every single day from our historic Key West studio.
Here, you will find a seamless blend of effortless coastal style, rare vintage utility, and vibrant jewelry. This collection represents the true heart of the Coral Strands lifestyle—pieces designed for women who lead, not follow.

What’s Inside Karen’s Vault

Our Signature Boatkin Bags

Fusing casual utility with structured luxury, our viral canvas Boatkin tote bags are the ultimate resort companions. Built from heavy-duty lineman canvas that holds its structured shape when set down, each bag is detailed with raw, frayed edges, heavy-duty gold turnlock hardware, and an exclusive 6-piece styling kit to customize your look.

Curated Vintage L.L. Bean Boat and Totes

For the heritage collector, explore my hand-selected lineup of authentic vintage L.L. Bean totes. Sourced for their rare 1980s and Y2K-era tags, unique regimental rugby stripes, and exceptional character, these legendary canvas classics offer unmatched coastal utility.

Embroidered Iron-On Patches

Personalize your bags and apparel with our custom-designed resort patches. Featuring beach-ready appliques like "Surf's Up" and "Namaste," these patches are the exact ones I use to give standard canvas totes an individualized, artistic edge.

Vibrant Candy Necklaces

Tie your look together with our signature, colorful beaded Candy Necklaces. Designed to layer effortlessly with your favorite resort wear, these strands bring a splash of authentic, bright Key West color to your everyday coastal luxury wardrobe.

Artisan Turquoise Jewelry

Make a statement with our hand-selected, rare turquoise jewelry. Every gemstone piece is crafted to deliver timeless, high-end coastal style that easily pairs with your favorite structured totes and relaxed resort apparel.