Bottega Veneta Handbags

Bottega Veneta Canvas Tote

The allure of Bottega Veneta is a force to be reckoned with. Ask any fashionista, male or female, and they will surely know the divine beauty that is Bottega Veneta. The elegance and beauty behind the brand stands the brand up on a pedestal next to Chanel and Hermes, brands that are equally known for their timeless appeal. Purse Blog favorite items from the luxury design house revolve around their amazing use of supple buttery-soft leathers. Read the full review...

Bottega Veneta Intrecciato Woven Clutch

This design from Bottega Veneta is nothing new, nothing extraordinary, but has become a staple of the house and is always a great option for clutches. We have covered the Bottega Veneta Woven Clutch many times before, and the responses vary. I see both sides of the spectrum. On one hand, this clutch is a stunning simple piece from Bottega Veneta, which showcases the stunning woven leather the house is known for. On the other hand, the clutch is overly simple, almost too simple, and is rather expensive. So what is your thought on the Bottega Veneta Intrecciato Woven Clutch in bright blue? This is the larger foldover clutch in this style from BV; Width 10″; Height 5″; Depth 4″. This clutch expands quite nicely, with press studs at the side to expand and two open compartments and a zipped compartment on the inside. The size is good, the color is great for spring, but the price is too high for my liking. Buy through Net A Porter for $840.

I will be the first one to say I am a huge fan of Bottega Veneta handbags. The leather and detailing put into every one of these bags errors on the side of flawless. The one drawback could be how sophisticated the handbags are. Ok, there is nothing wrong with sophistication; in fact, sophistication is something I consider highly sought after. But from time to time, a fun, chic bag is all that I want to carry. Is that what the BV designers are trying to get after here with the Bottega Veneta Small Toggle Leather Tote? I can’t decide if I like the fun, youthful look or if I absolutely hate it. Now, the white leather topped off with multicolour toggle detailing is a personal no-go for the upcoming seasons; it would have to wait until spring. And come to think of it, don’t the toggles remind you of those spice drop candies? As much as I like the candy, I think I would find myself trying to pick off the toggles as I stood in line, sat on the subway or even just walked down the street. And again, white leather, can just get dirty so easily. So, I guess I think I would prefer spending my money on something like the Bottega Veneta Barcelona Cabat (which I still have on my wish list) than on this tote. Buy through Net-a-Porter for $1850.

Bottega Veneta Woven Boston

Even great designers can do wrong. There are some designers who produce bags that I typically adore, and one of these brands is Bottega Veneta. But what happens when a bad look comes from a good brand? The Bottega Veneta Woven Boston is created with multicolor woven leather stripes against black trim. My problem is the overall look. It is too busy, too many stripes, and too much wasted luxurious leather on this concoction. I know, many of my choices in bags over the years have been questionable, and I have been known to love a crazy bag here or there, but this is just too forward and funky for Bottega Veneta in my mind. I expect timeless elegance and luxury from Bottega Veneta, not crazy colorful stripes all over their handbags. Furthermore, the bags stripes do not even match up when you look at it head on. And I am quite anal about lines being perfect and angles being proper, and this bag seems to defy logic to me. Am I being too harsh? Is this another beautiful design for a person with a more eclectic taste? This bag is available at Bergdorf Goodman for $5200.

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Bottega Veneta Ash Elongated Croc Clutch

If it has seemed that I have been MIA, it is indeed true. I am in full-force wedding planning mode, and the amount of details needed to go into a wedding are mind-boggling. Sure, I knew it would happen, but really, how many ways are there to fold napkins on a table and how exactly should I go about making my decision from the 38 options?

My outlet now is shopping. Yesterday I spent time online shopping for Halloween decorations. Late enough in October that everything is marked down, perfect! I am attempting to keep myself from looking into a new handbag purchase. My last was my Hermes Kelly Wallet, and really, that was my allotted amount for quite some time.

But I have a soft spot. A soft spot for exotic skins. A soft spot for Bottega Veneta. And a soft spot for this exact clutch which I have swooned after many times before. Let me introduce you to the stunning, the elegant, the timeless, Bottega Veneta Ash Elongated Croc Clutch. Made with genuine crocodile, which from BV is one of the most divine exotic skins out there, this clutch is topped with the signature knot clasp and flip closure. The color is natural, in hues of beige that will never go out of style or out of season. The inside is lined in suede and the dimensions are 9″W X 3½”H X 1½”D. I could go on and on about Bottega Veneta. Fact of the matter is, when you ask anyone at Hermes who their competition is, the house of Bottega always seems to come up. Buy through Saks for $3,900 (a much better buy than the Bottega Veneta Vibio Large Clutch if you ask me).

When it comes to buying a new handbag, at what point do you consider your purchase an investment? For most of us, with the way the economy has been fluctuating lately, buying an expensive handbag might require a little more thought and planning than say, an impulse purchase. This got me thinking, how many handbag lovers consider some of their purchases investments and what makes a handbag an investment? Is it the price, the line, the exclusivity, or something else? Around the same time, I stumbled across the Bottega Veneta Vibio Large Clutch. We all know Bottega Veneta handbags carry a hefty price tag and sometimes finding a handbag that mimics the look might be a little nicer on the bank account (see Purse Blog Savvy). But, is it worth pinching pennies for a designer handbag you’ve been lusting over?

Now, this clutch is without a doubt gorgeous. The quilted python clutch as a standard frame opening, tab detailing at the top, an internal zip pocket and lush suede lining. To me, the python stands out the most. Bottega Veneta handbags have always demonstrated amazing craftsmanship and attention to detail, and clearly this has not been sacrificed with this clutch. A clutch like this would be a gorgeous addition to any outfit you might like to pair it with and it is without a doubt sure to turn heads. So, would you consider this clutch a worthwhile investment? If so, buy through Net-a-Porter for $3,950.

So, here is a question for you, is there such thing as a handbag that is too big? Like pretty much everything else in this world, everyone has their own unique taste and personal preferences. I totally understand the oversized handbag trend, however, for me, the jury is still out. That is the same issue I find myself pondering with the Bottega Veneta Atene Ayers Bucket Bag. For the most part, I love almost all things Bottega Veneta. But, with this bag, I can’t decide if it is simply just too big.

Now don’t get me wrong, the craftsmanship of the bag is gorgeous. The material used is a buttery goatskin stitched in orgami-like triangular folds and then accented with Ayers trim. The double top handles with a 5″ drop give the bag the option to be carried by hand or on your shoulder (I don’t know how comfortable that big of a bag would feel on my shoulder though). The suede lining is not just classic but actually adds a nice contrast to the goatskin. But, I hate that the bag has no closure! I am sure if I threw my stuff in there, it would stay put, but if I knocked it over (which there is a 99% chance I most certainly would), I hate watching everything spill out. You know what I mean? Maybe it’s my own issue, who knows. So, handbag lovers, is this bag big hit or too big and a miss? Buy through Saks for $3,950.00.

It is as easy as this, I like this handbag. I am sure I have said it before, but I’ll say it again, one of my favorite things is looking at a handbag, a shirt, a pair of shoes, etc. and just really liking what I see. No justification is necessary. Well, that is exactly how I feel about the Bottega Veneta Intrecciato Maggiore Bag. At first glance, the color and texture of the bag caught my eye. I love the shade of red, so rich and warm. The woven leather is impeccable. I personally love woven leather that doesn’t look like it has been woven too tightly or too loosely. I don’t know about you, but when leather is woven too tightly, the seems to lack movement. While at the same time leather woven too loosely makes me worry that something small like an apartment key or my favorite lip gloss, *GASP*, could fall right out. I mean really, losing my favorite lip gloss, which mind you I can only find online, would be absolutely tragic!

Ok, ok, back to the bag. The double top handles and silvertone hardware continue to compliment the bag very well. The bag has a magnetic closure, one inside open and one zip pocket (perfect for my lip gloss). And of course, in true Bottega Veneta fashion, the bag has suede lining. I have to say, I am quite a sucker for suede lining. Who isn’t? Overall, the bag is absolutely gorgeous and to me, a great addition to any handbag collection. I personally think the style is totally classic and chic; the kind of style that can be worn for seasons to come. And hey, if you don’t think it fits your budget, it’s never too early to put it on your holiday wish list! Buy through Saks for $1,850.00.

Bottega Veneta vs Nancy Gonzalez

The battle of the designer look-a-like bags continues! I have always been a self-pronounced lover of Bottega Veneta bags. Yes, of course I am. Soft and buttery leather, intricate weaving, timeless classic designs. And when it comes to exotics, Nancy Gonzalez handbags top my list. And why wouldn’t they? Nancy Gonzalez uses bright bold colors on rich exotic skins. Both designers are known for different looks and both designers have highly sought after handbags.

A long time ago I professed my undying love of the simple fold-over clutch that so many adore from Bottega Veneta. Many times referred to as a cosmetic case, the Bottega Veneta Pyramid Clutch combines a simplistic approach of a small pouch with a fold over top and divine woven leather. There is a longer version ($400 more and twice as long), which is not considered the cosmetic case, but either way this one doubles over as a clutch. Either way, I have always loved this clutch. Buy through Saks for $580 or larger version through Net A Porter for $980.

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I feel like many of the bags and accessories I’ve written about lately have leaned more toward the exotic side. So, I was thrilled when I found this Bottega Veneta Cervo Illusion Metallic Hobo. Yes, Bottega Veneta caries an extravagant line of handbags, but this bag’s classic shape simply makes me want it. The shape is timeless and thus the bag can be used from season to season without much hesitation. The intricate design compliments the bag so well.

Sometimes designs can be taken too far, but I honestly feel as though there is an element of simplicity with a splash of excitement. I love how the braided double shoulder strap plays off of the design on the bag; it helps the bag come together nicely. Plus, the color of the bag is extremely rich – ideal for the upcoming fall season. The magnetic snap is undoubtedly sufficient, but personally, I always like to see a little extra, how should I put this, “reinforcement” concerning the closures of any bag. The interior has one snap and one zip pocket – perfect! And of course, Bottega Veneta bags never stop short; the bag is lined with suede. When you look at a bag and notice that the designer focused on the bag in its entirety and didn’t fall short on one aspect or another, you’ve got a great bag. Of course, you will have to drop quite a bit, but baby, you’re worth it! Buy through Saks for $2,800.