Bottega Veneta has garnered acclaim over the course of its long history for impeccable quality and unassuming elegance. Known for its signature intrecciato weave as well as the overall superb craftsmanship that characterizes its handbags, jackets, shoes and other items, the Italian luxury fashion house is revered all over the world.
Bottega Veneta was launched in 1966 in Vicenza, Italy, by Michele Taddei and Renzo Zengiaro. Its artisans worked to produce by hand what were primarily leather goods, and from the start, the label’s focus on traditional craft techniques became integral to its now-global reputation for exceptional design.
Developed by Bottega Veneta in the late 1960s, the intrecciato weaving technique gives the brand’s bags their suppleness and strength. The northeastern Italian region where the label was founded was largely associated with clothing back then, and sewing machines at the local ateliers weren’t intended to be used with the strong leather with which Bottega’s artisans were working in order to create the house’s coveted bags, wallets and other accessories.
The precise weaving technique, which sees strips of fine leather woven by hand into a durable and robust pattern, was a practical solution. The resulting style has become a Bottega Veneta signature, making products such as its iconic Intrecciato Hobo handbag instantly recognizable.
Zengiaro left Bottega Veneta during the late 1970s, and Taddei then turned the brand over to his ex-wife, Laura Moltedo, and her second husband, Vittorio Moltedo. Designs took on a bolder look and the traditional craft approach was prioritized. The brand found success in the United States and expanded rapidly throughout the 1980s, becoming popular with celebrities and the cultural elite. American artist Andy Warhol often frequented the house’s Manhattan boutique and even made a short film for the company.
As competition increased during the 1990s, Bottega Veneta’s popularity declined. The company began to see an upswing after Gucci, which is owned by luxury group Kering, acquired them in 2001. Tomas Maier was appointed creative director by Gucci’s Tom Ford and worked to return to the understated beginnings that had defined the brand’s design ethos.
Maier’s celebrated Knot clutch, which was based on a 1978-era design and debuted in 2001, was a result of his enthusiasm for pared-back design as well as his efforts to showcase the house’s legacy of meticulous craftsmanship. In 2006, Bottega opened Scuola della Pelletteria to train the next generation of leatherworking artisans.
In 2018, British designer Daniel Lee took the role of creative director and earned a number of awards and accolades for the label. Before he left in 2021, Lee introduced an array of universally lauded designs such as Bottega Veneta Tire boots, the Cassette bag and the Mini Jodie, which is named after actress Jodie Foster. Matthieu Blazy was named creative director in 2021 following a history of design work for Celine, Maison Martin Margiela, Calvin Klein and other brands.
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Bottega Veneta Women's Resort 2024 Chain Halter Draped Dress XS Yellow
By Bottega Veneta
Located in London, GB
Stunning Bottega Veneta draped dress with chain from the Resort 2024 collection. Look 27. Bought for £1595 and unworn with Net-A-Porter return tag attached. Made from sherbet lemon y...
Grey wool flanelle sleeveless dress BOTTEGA VENETA
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Grey wool flanelle sleeveless dress. Main fabric composition: wool, cashmere and angora . Silk lining. Button and buttonhole closure on the middle back + zip underneath. SIZE 42 (It...
Bottega Veneta Pleated Satin Midi Dress
By Bottega Veneta
Located in London, GB
Bottega Veneta Pleated Satin Midi Dress Black midi dress adorned with a pleated bodice and skirt, detailed with star-crease design. Featuring smooth fabric to the round neckline, s...
BOTTEGA VENETA grey cotton chiffon pleated plunge spread collar dress IT40 S
By Tomas Maier, Bottega Veneta
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BOTTEGA VENETA grey cotton chiffon pleated plunge spread collar dress IT40 S Reference: MELK/A00653 Brand: Bottega Veneta Designer: Tomas Maier Material: Cotton, Silk Color: Grey Pat...
BOTTEGA VENETA cream cotton & silk 2019 BELTED SHIRT Dress 42 M
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Bottega Veneta shirt dress is crafted in cream cotton (74%) and silk (26%). It features a relaxed, sculptural silhouette with a voluminous balloon skirt and midi ...
Bottega Veneta Robe Laine Soie IT38 FR34 Safron Silk Black Wool Dress UK6 US4
By Bottega Veneta
Located in PARIS, FR
Bottega Veneta saffron silk satin dress overlaid with boiled wool lace, round neck, sleeveless, draped at the waist and on the right side, contrasting satin side panels, long zip fas...
BOTTEGA VENETA beige & white cotton 2020 LAYERED FRINGE RIB-KNIT Dress S
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Bottega Veneta midi knit dress in beige and white layer of rib-knit cotton (57%) and silk (43%). Features a bodycon silhouette with turtlenck, open back, long sleeves ...
Bottega Veneta Cream Linen One Shoulder Dress with Silk Detail - 40
By Bottega Veneta
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bottega Veneta Cream Linen One Shoulder Dress with Silk Detail - 40. This elegant dress is an ivory color with a sheer cream-colored shoulder strap and sash. This dress is in excelle...
BOTTEGA VENETA rust polyester PLISSE PLEATED FEATHER BELTE MAXI Dress 42 M
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Bottega Veneta plisse feather maxi dress in rust polyester (100%) with a round neck. Has two hidden slit pockets on each side. Comes with a matching belt and a black b...
Bottega Veneta Asymmetric Tiered Silk Midi Dress
By Bottega Veneta
Located in London, GB
Bottega Veneta Asymmetric Tiered Silk Midi Dress Purple midi dress fully crafted from fluid silk in trapeze, asymmetric silhouette. Featuring a sleeveless design with a round neck....
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Bottega Veneta Vintage Black Wool Shirtwaist Dress Size 42 Circa 2000s
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Authentic vintage Bottega Veneta ladies black shirtwaist dress, likely dating to the early 2000s and representative of the house’s quietly luxurious minimalist aesthetic. Tailored in...
$1,710Sale Price|20% Off
Bottega Veneta Chic Striped Fitted Dress Sz.XS
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Krakow, PL
Bottega Veneta Striped Fitted Dress Chic waist-fitting dress in a classic black and white stripe with zip-button closure. Keeps original tags — a refined designer piece perfect for m...
BOTTEGA VENETA cream cotton floral print wrap belted shirt dress IT38 XS
By Bottega Veneta, Tomas Maier
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BOTTEGA VENETA cream cotton floral print wrap belted shirt dress IT38 XS Reference: LNKO/A02556 Brand: Bottega Veneta Designer: Tomas Maier Material: Cotton, Blend Color: Cream, Blac...
Bottega Veneta Leather Midi Dress - '20s
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Milano, Lombardia
From the Pre-Spring 2020 collection, this orange lambskin Bottega Veneta midi dress features chest ruching, long sleeves, and expert leather craftsmanship. Measurements: Sleeve (F...
BOTTEGA VENETA blue silk DRAPED SHORT SLEEVE COCKTAIL Dress 38 XS
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Bottega Veneta asymmetric layered dress in blue soft silk (100%). Features short sleeves and two slit pockets. Unlined. Brand new, with tags. Measurements Tag Size 38...
BOTTEGA VENETA black silk 2019 CHAIN TRIM TURTLENECK BOUCLE Dress 36 XS
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Bottega Veneta midi dress in black Bouclé silk (90%), polyamide (9%) and elastane (1%). Features a multi chain embellished cut-out at the cleavage, long sleeves and a ...
BOTTEGA VENETA black acetate 2019 GATHERED SATIN SHIRT Dress 40 S
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Bottega Veneta shirt dress is crafted in black satin (60% acetate, 40% viscose) and designed in a relaxed yet elegantly fitted silhouette with a refined midi leng...
BOTTEGA VENETA sage green silk BUSTIER MIDI Dress 42 S
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Bottega Veneta sleeveless bustier midi dress in 100% sage silk. Opens with buttons on the left and features cut-outs on the front and back. Flared towards the back and...
BOTTEGA VENETA peachy pink BELTED WASHED SILK TAFFETA SHIRT Dress 38 XS
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Bottega Veneta lightweight washed silk taffeta tunic dress embellished with rose pink jewel snaps, carved metal inserts at pointed collar, two front welt pockets, extr...
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Bottega Veneta Pre-Fall 2021 Black Ribbed Knit Turtleneck Maxi Dress
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
Bottega Veneta Pre-Fall 2021 black ribbed knit turtleneck dress in heavyweight wool. Features a close, column silhouette with long sleeves and turtleneck. Constructed with asymmetric...
BOTTEGA VENETA A/W 2011 Biege Textured Wool Gold Piped Panel Cocktail Dress
By Bottega Veneta, Tomas Maier
Located in Thiensville, WI
Bottega Veneta Autumn/Winter 2011 beige textured wool blend panel cocktail dress. Wide scoop neckline. 3/4 length sleeves. Multiple panels with metallic gold flat piped seam detail. ...
BOTTEGA VENETA purple & lilac wool SLEEVELESS SHEATH Dress 38 XS
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Bottega Veneta sheath dress in purple and lilac virgin wool (100%). With pleated shoulder, cowl neck, and v back. Closes with hook and invisible zipper on the side. Un...
BOTTEGA VENETA 2020 black intrecciato woven square neck layered dress IT38 XS
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BOTTEGA VENETA 2020 black intrecciato woven square neck layered dress IT38 XS Reference: JACG/A00145 Brand: Bottega Veneta Designer: Daniel Lee Collection: Pre Fall 2020 Material: Vi...
Jean Paul Gaultier Soleil Tropical Flamingo Print Halter Ruffled Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier Soleil
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Jean Paul Gaultier Soleil Tropical Flamingo Print Halter Ruffled Mesh Dress Size M
Valentino FW 2011 Yellow Chiffon Silk Ruffle Dress
By Valentino
Located in Mentone, CA
An exquisite piece from the Valentino Fall/Winter 2011 collection, crafted from the softest butter-yellow silk chiffon, the dress features a precisely pleated and fitted bodice that ...
1920'S Yellow & Black Silk Chiffon Slip Dress Meant To Be Worn Under An Evening
Located in New York, NY
1920'S Yellow & Black Silk Chiffon Slip Dress Meant To Be Worn Under An Evening Top
Jean Paul Gaultier SS2000 Love Boat Tahitian Print Slip Dress Size M
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in London, GB
Jean Paul Gaultier SS2000 "Love Boat" collection. Tahitian faces abstract print slip dress. Spaghetti straps, bias-cut, metallic lettuce hem. Size M. Perfect condition. House - Jean...
DOLCE & GABBANA black & red FLORAL Sheath Dress 44
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Zürich, CH
Dolce & Gabbana flower printed 3/4 sleeve sheath dress in black, red, taupe, nude and green viscose blend (missing tag). Lined in black silk (missing tag). Opens with a zipper on the...
$1,303
Size: FR 40 / UK 8 / US 4
JUNIOR GAULTIER BY JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Leopard Print Denim Mini Dress, S/S 1989
By Junior Gaultier
Located in London, GB
One of the most iconic silhouettes from Jean Paul Gaultier’s Junior line, this body-conscious mini dress in leopard-printed denim encapsulates the provocative glamour that defined Ga...
MC Creme Dress Made From 100 Year Old Handmade Lace
Located in New York, NY
MORPHEW COLLECTION Creme Dress Made From 100 Year Old Handmade Lace MORPHEW COLLECTION is made entirely by hand in our NYC Ateliér of rare antique material...
PRADA black viscose blend LACE TRIM Cap Sleeve Flared Dress M
By Prada
Located in Zürich, CH
authentic Prada cap sleeve flared dress in black viscose blend (assuming as the content tag is missing) with lace-ruffle and detailed lace-trim at the top an...
CHRISTIAN DIOR off-white viscose TIERED RUFFLED Sleeveless Knit Dress 38 S
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Christian Dior ruffle-panelled knit dress in cream viscose (100%). Opens with a concealed zipper on the side and with two buttons on the bac...
CHRISTIAN DIOR S/s 1999 Ivory Silk Pleated Midi Dress With Bead Strap/Hem
By Christian Dior
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
This ethereal ivory pleated dress from CHRISTIAN DIOR spring summer 1999 collection features a flowy, draped silhouette that exudes elegance and ease. The bodice is adorned with stri...
Alberta Ferretti Yellow Crochet Knit Mini Dress, Spring/Summer 2003
By Alberta Ferretti
Located in London, GB
A masterclass in Ferretti’s signature romantic craftsmanship. This sleeveless mini dress from the Spring/Summer 2003 collection layers intricate open-work macramé crochet over a pale...
Fendi Colourblock Satin Mini Dress — 2006/2007 — IT42
By Fendi
Located in London, GB
A beautifully constructed archive piece from Fendi Roma under Karl Lagerfeld’s creative direction, dating to approximately 2006–2007. Cut in three tones of lustrous satin—deep raspbe...
Busier dress strapless with graphic pattern Bottega Veneta
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Bustier dress strapless with graphic pattern and mix with silk fabric on the hem and side
BOTTEGA VENETA black & white 2022 TRIANGLE SEERSUCKER Dress XS
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Bottega Veneta dress is crafted in sculpting black and white stretch seersucker (polyamide-elastane blend) with a bold wavy triangle print. The sleek, sleeveless ...
BOTTEGA VENETA dark blue crepe draped applique knee shift dress IT38 XS
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BOTTEGA VENETA dark blue crepe draped applique knee shift dress IT38 XS Reference: LNKO/A02557 Brand: Bottega Veneta Designer: Tomas Maier Material: Polyester Color: Blue Pattern: So...
BOTTEGA VENETA blue cotton silk fit flared tiered button down dress IT36 XXS
By Tomas Maier, Bottega Veneta
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BOTTEGA VENETA dusty blue cotton silk fit flared tiered button down dress IT36 XXS Reference: LNKO/A02510 Brand: Bottega Veneta Designer: Tomas Maier Material: Cotton, Silk Color: Bl...
BOTTEGA VENETA black cotton safari utility pocket button up dress IT38 XS
By Tomas Maier, Bottega Veneta
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BOTTEGA VENETA black cotton safari utility pocket button up dress IT38 XS Reference: LNKO/A02446 Brand: Bottega Veneta Designer: Tomas Maier Material: Cotton, Blend Color: Black Patt...
Bottega Veneta SS 2016 Runway Dress
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige
Bottega Veneta Runway Spring 2016 Dress. Size 38 IT. Condition: Really good. To note: little unsewn near the zipper (still working), please check the picture.
BOTTEGA VENETA SS 2020 Ivory Draped Silk Rib Knit Dress
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
Bottega Veneta long sleeve off-white asymmetrical draped rib knit dress with long sleeves, as seen on Mariacarla Boscono in the Pre Spring 2020 runway collection. Midi length falls ...
BOTTEGA VENETA black leather 2019 SCOOP NECK Shift Dress 40 S
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Bottega Veneta sleeveless shift dress in black grained lambskin leather. Features a scoop neck and a patch pocket on the back. Opens with a concealed zipper in the bac...
BOTTEGA VENETA 2020 black intrecciato woven square neck layered dress IT38 XS
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BOTTEGA VENETA 2020 black intrecciato woven square neck layered dress IT38 XS Reference: JACG/A00145 Brand: Bottega Veneta Designer: Daniel Lee Collection: Pre Fall 2020 Material: Vi...
Bottega Veneta Plissé dress size 42
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
100% Silk Black coral and mustard color Plissé Shoulder/hem length cm 112 (44 inches)
BOTTEGA VENETA golden beige FRINGE SLEEVELESS COCKTAIL Dress 42 M
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Bottega Veneta fringe cocktail dress in golden beige acetate (100%). Closes with a zipper on the side and stealth carriers. Lined in silk (100%). Has been worn and is ...
BOTTEGA VENETA orange viscose 2022 SLEEVELESS PLEATED MINI KNIT Dress M
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Bottega Veneta sleeveless knit mini dress in orange and green viscose (76%), polyester (8%) and elastane (1%). Features square neck pleated at the hem and green fine s...