The epitome of classic Italian style, Bottega Veneta solidified its status as runway darling and street-style star with totes, crossbody bags and handbags like the Pouch, a minimalist design in buttery calfskin leather; the Cassette, a rectangular bag sporting an exaggerated version of the iconic weave; and the Cabat, a sophisticated, simple square tote that allows the handcrafted material to have all the attention.
Bottega Veneta had humble beginnings as an artisanal leather shop in Vicenza, Italy. There, founders Michele Taddei and Renzo Zengiaro developed the intrecciato woven motif that has become a symbol of the firm. In fact, the logo appears only on the inside of each piece, emphasizing design and craftsmanship over brand recognition.
The intrecciato weaving technique gives authentic Bottega Veneta 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.
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 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 Arco, the Cassette bag and the Jodie, which is named after actress Jodie Foster.
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BOTTEGA VENETA Limited Edition Cabat Intrecciato basket woven cream tote bag
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BOTTEGA VENETA Limited Edition Cabat Intrecciato basket woven yellow pink cream tote bag Reference: TGAS/F00611 Brand: Bottega Veneta Collection: Limited Edition Cabat Material: Leat...
$1,749Sale Price|30% Off
Bottega Veneta Brown Limited Edition Tote Bag
By Bottega Veneta
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Bottega Veneta limited edition special woven intrecciato supple leather. Numbered item produced in Italy. Minor wear on corners and darkening on interior name plate. Measurements: 17...
$2,174Sale Price|25% Off
Bottega Veneta Metallic Rust Python Tote Bag
By Bottega Veneta
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Bottega Veneta authentic metallic rust oversized shopper. Versatile and elegant, comes with two latches and an interior pocket. Size: Length: 18.75", Height: 12", Depth: 6.5", Drop: ...
$2,392Sale Price|20% Off
BOTTEGA VENETA taupe leather AYERS INTRECCIATO TOTE Bag
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Zürich, CH
Bottega Veneta intrecciato 'Ayers/Nappa' tote shoulder bag in taupe leather and beige snakeskin. Opens with a magnetic button on top. Lined in suede. With a zipper pocket against the...
BOTTEGA VENETA Limited Edition Large Cabat Woven Tote Shoulder Shopper Bag
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Switzerland, CH
Just Gorgeous! Bottega Veneta Intrecciato Cabat Bag A rare piece produced in a very limited edition Special color & material combination Details: A Bottega Veneta signature pi...
Bottega Veneta Cabat Large Intreccio Leather Tote Bag Grey 40-43cm
By Bottega Veneta
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Bottega Veneta Cabat Large Intreccio Leather Tote Bag Grey 40-43cm These are professional photos of the actual bag. Discover the sophisticated luxury of the Bottega Veneta Cabat In...
Bottega Veneta Veneta Hobo Large Burgundy 47cm Lambskin Leather
By Bottega Veneta
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
This Bottega Veneta Veneta Bag is an exceptional piece of luxury, crafted from iconic lambskin leather with the instantly recognizable Intrecciato weave. This bag is roomy enough for...
Bottega Veneta Rich Lambskin Signature Taupe Woven Double-Handle Shoulder Bag
By Bottega Veneta
Located in New York, NY
Bottega Veneta Signature rich taupe lambskin woven double-handle shoulder bag features adjustable shoulder straps which measures 15 1/2 inches to 22 1/2 inches. There is an ad...
Bottega Veneta Red Intrecciato Leather Woven Tote Shoulder Bag
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Rome, Rome
Elegant Bottega Veneta red Intrecciato woven tote bag, crafted from the house's signature nappa leather. This timeless design features two shoulder handles and a magnetic button clos...
Bottega Veneta Arco Tote Bag Medium Tan Brown Leather 33
By Bottega Veneta
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
CONDITION: VERY GOOD This authentic preloved Bottega Veneta bag is in very good condition with light signs of use. Light scuffs on the leather, and hairline scratches on the hardwar...
Bottega Veneta Andiamo Medium Fondant Dark Chocolate Brown Handbag
By Bottega Veneta
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Bottega Veneta Andiamo Medium Fondant Dark Chocolate Brown Handbag These are professional photos of the actual bag. CONDITION: NEVER WORN DETAIL...
$2,049Sale Price|25% Off
Bottega Veneta Cabat Tote Small/Medium Intreccio Blue Green Leather
By Bottega Veneta
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Bottega Veneta Cabat Tote Small/Medium Intreccio Blue Green Leather and Suede Lining 32cm These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. Discover the sophistic...
Bottega Veneta Belly Hobo Intrecciato Black Maxi 50cm
By Bottega Veneta
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
This Bottega Veneta Belly Hobo Bag is an exceptional piece of luxury, crafted from iconic lambskin leather with the instantly recognizable Intrecciato weave. This bag is roomy enough...
Bottega Veneta Veneta Hobo Light Beige Brown Intrecciato Leather Bag 47cm
By Bottega Veneta
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
This Bottega Veneta Veneta Bag is an exceptional piece of luxury, crafted from iconic lambskin leather with the instantly recognizable Intrecciato weave. This bag is roomy enough for...
Bottega Veneta Cabat Large Intreccio Burgundy Leather and Velvet 40cm
By Bottega Veneta
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Bottega Veneta Cabat Large Intreccio Burgundy Leather and Velvet 40cm These are professional photos of the actual bag. Discover the sophisticated luxury of the Bottega Veneta Cabat...
Bottega Veneta Brown Woven Calfskin Leather Intrecciato Tote
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Bottega Veneta Brown Woven Calfskin Leather Intrecciato Tote Product Details Xupes Ref: HB5844 Brand: Bottega Veneta Model: Intrecciato Tote Type: Tote, Shoulder, Crossbody Serial N...
Pink Fourre-Tout Leather Handbag
By Bottega Veneta
Located in London, GB
Expertly crafted in Italy from luxurious pink and mauve leather, the Pink Fourre-Tout Handbag from Bottega Veneta is the perfect blend of style and functionality. Featuring the brand...
$2,000Sale Price|20% Off
Bottega Veneta Cabat Large Intreccio Black and Transparent Leather and PVC Tote
By Bottega Veneta
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Discover the sophisticated luxury of the Bottega Veneta Cabat Intreccio Leather Tote Bag. Revel in its stylish cult design, handcrafted in a luxurious calfskin leather with the signa...
Bottega Veneta XXL Snap Tote Black Intrecciato Leather With Pouch
By Bottega Veneta
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Bottega Veneta XXL Snap Tote Black Intrecciato Leather With Pouch These are professional photos of the actual bag. Condition: EXCELLENT Light leather creases. Light rubbing around th...
Bottega Veneta Intrecciato Mini Cabat Lambskin Tote
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Bottega Veneta tote bag in signature Intrecciato lambskin leather in white. Featuring dual rolled top handles, gold-tone hardware, a removable, adjustable crossbody strap, open top w...
Bottega Veneta Intrecciato Roma Tote
By Bottega Veneta
Located in London, GB
* Light beige leather * Textured intrecciato finish * Single circular top handle * Detachable shoulder strap * Strap closure and push-lock fastening * Partitioned compartment * Inter...
Bottega Veneta Tan Intrecciato Woven Nappa Leather Large Cesta Tote
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Bottega Veneta Tan Intrecciato Woven Nappa Leather Large Cesta Tote in good condition. Woven tan nappa leather with dark matte gray hardware. XL size and super soft leather from use....
Bottega Veneta Cabat Tote Intreccio Leather Light Brown Beige 42cm
By Bottega Veneta
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Discover the sophisticated luxury of the Bottega Veneta Cabat Intreccio Leather Tote Bag. Revel in its stylish cult design, handcrafted in a luxurious calfskin leather with the signa...
Bottega Veneta Camomile Nappa Intrecciato Vertical Tote
By Bottega Veneta
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Bottega Veneta Camomile Nappa Intrecciato Vertical Tote SKU: 151054 Condition: Pre-owned Handbag Condition: Excellent Condition Comments: Item is in excellent conditi...
Bottega Veneta Cabat Tote Intreccio Leather Light Brown Beige 42cm
By Bottega Veneta
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Discover the sophisticated luxury of the Bottega Veneta Cabat Intreccio Leather Tote Bag. Revel in its stylish cult design, handcrafted in a luxurious calfskin leather with the signa...
Bottega Veneta Cabat Large Intreccio Leather Tote Bag Grey 40-43cm
By Bottega Veneta
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Discover the sophisticated luxury of the Bottega Veneta Cabat Intreccio Leather Tote Bag. Revel in its stylish cult design, handcrafted in a luxurious calfskin leather with the signa...
Bottega Veneta Turquoise Large Woven Cabat Tote
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Limited edition large cabat tote in beautiful bright turquoise color. Good condition, with slight scuffs throughout and lost of shape. Slightly suppled. Comes with its pouch and dust...
$3,341Sale Price|20% Off
Bottega Veneta Cabat Large Intreccio Black Leather and Velvet 48cm
By Bottega Veneta
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Bottega Veneta Cabat Large Intreccio Black Leather and Velvet 48cm These are professional photos of the actual bag. Discover the sophisticated luxury of the Bottega Veneta Cabat In...
Bottega Veneta Intrecciato Hobo Bag Medium Milk Chocolate Brown 40cm
By Bottega Veneta
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
This Bottega Veneta Hobo Bag is an exceptional piece of luxury, crafted from iconic brown lambskin leather with the instantly recognizable Intrecciato weave. Roomy enough for all you...
Bottega Veneta Steel-Blue Signature Woven Lambskin Weekend Tote
By Bottega Veneta
Located in New York, NY
Bottega Veneta wonderfully soft steel-blue signature woven lambskin weekend tote is detailed with a zippered top which measures 16 inches. The doub...
Bottega Veneta New Cabat Medium Intreccio Leather Tote Bag Dark Forest Green
By Bottega Veneta
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Bottega Veneta New Cabat Medium Intreccio Leather Tote Bag Dark Forest Green These are professional photos of the actual bag. Discover the sophisticated luxury of the Bottega Venet...
Bottega Veneta Lotus Nappa Intrecciato Arco Tote
By Bottega Veneta
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Bottega Veneta Lotus Nappa Intrecciato Arco Tote SKU: 146390 MSRP: 3900.00 USD Condition: Pre-owned Handbag Condition: Excellent Condition Comments: Item is in excell...
Bottega Veneta Gold Woven Cabat Tote
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Bottega veneta leather woven tote in gold bronze color. Item is in fair condition, with rubbing on the corners and spot marks throughout the leather and leather lining. Comes with le...
Bottega Veneta, Red cabas tote with pouch
By Bottega Veneta
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Bottega Veneta, Red cabas tote with pouch. This piece has some signs of wearing on the leather pouch hardware and leather and on the leather of the cabers tote, overall in good condi...
Bottega Veneta Cabat Tote Small/Medium Intreccio Blue Green Leather
By Bottega Veneta
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Bottega Veneta Cabat Tote Small/Medium Intreccio Blue Green Leather and Suede Lining 32cm These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. Discover the sophistic...
Bottega Veneta Intrecciato Tote Boston Bag
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige
Bottega Veneta Intrecciato/Weaved tote boston bag in leather color dark mystic. Condition: Good. To note: worn corners. Packing/accessories: Dustbag, strap, lock and key, mirror a...
Bottega Veneta Veneta Hobo Medium Brick Red Intrecciato Leather Bag 47cm
By Bottega Veneta
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
This Bottega Veneta Veneta Bag is an exceptional piece of luxury, crafted from iconic lambskin leather with the instantly recognizable Intrecciato weave. This bag is roomy enough for...
$1,199Sale Price|20% Off
Bottega Veneta Purple Woven Medium Tote Bag
By Bottega Veneta
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Bottega Veneta supple intrecciato leather tote in purple color with brass hardware. Measurements: 9.5"L x 8"H x 3" W. Handle drop 9". Comes with leather covered mirror and dust cover.
Bottega Veneta Cabat Small Intreccio Leather Tote Bag Navy Blue
By Bottega Veneta
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Bottega Veneta Cabat Small Intreccio Leather Tote Bag Navy Blue These are professional photos of the actual bag . Discover the sophisticated luxury of the Bottega Veneta Cabat Intr...
Bottega Veneta Cabat Large Intreccio Leather Tote Bag Pink 42cm
By Bottega Veneta
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Bottega Veneta Cabat Large Intreccio Leather Tote Bag Pink 42cm These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. Discover the sophisticated luxury of the Bottega...
Bottega Veneta Cabat Large Intreccio Black and Transparent Leather and PVC Tote
By Bottega Veneta
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Discover the sophisticated luxury of the Bottega Veneta Cabat Intreccio Leather Tote Bag. Revel in its stylish cult design, handcrafted in a luxurious calfskin leather with the signa...
Bottega Veneta Cabat Large Intreccio Leather Tote Bag Grey 40-43cm
By Bottega Veneta
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Discover the sophisticated luxury of the Bottega Veneta Cabat Intreccio Leather Tote Bag. Revel in its stylish cult design, handcrafted in a luxurious calfskin leather with the signa...
BOTTEGA VENETA Exotic Woven Leather Intrecciato Nappa Ayers XL Tote Shoulder Bag
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Switzerland, CH
A BOTTEGA VENETA signature piece that will last you for many years Exotic snakeskin embellishes this Bottega Veneta tote, offering an on-trend upgrade to the house's conventionally ...
Bottega Veneta Cabat Small Intreccio Leather Tote Bag Dark Lavender Purple
By Bottega Veneta
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Bottega Veneta Cabat Small Intreccio Leather Tote Bag Dark Lavender Purple These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. Discover t...
Bottega Veneta Jodie Mini Oats Beige Lambskin Leather Clutch Bag with Chain
By Bottega Veneta
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
The Bottega Veneta Jodie Mini in Leather offers the perfect balance between practicality and luxury. Its mini size serves as a great everyday bag, while the iconic Intrecciato weave ...
Bottega Veneta Cabat Large Intreccio Leather Tote Bag Burgundy Brick Red
By Bottega Veneta
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Bottega Veneta Cabat Large Intreccio Leather Tote Bag Burgundy Brick Red These are professional photos of the actual bag. Discover the sop...
Bottega Veneta Cabat Mini Intreccio Leather Tote Bag Green
By Bottega Veneta
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Bottega Veneta Cabat Mini Intreccio Leather Tote Bag Green These are professional photos of the actual bag. Discover the sophisticated luxury of the Bottega Veneta Cabat Intreccio ...
Bottega Veneta Chain Detail Leather Tote Bag
By Bottega Veneta
Located in London, GB
Bottega Veneta Chain Detail Leather Tote Bag White tote bag rafted from grained leather, embellished with a chunky gold chain. Featuring rolled leather shoulder handles. Rrp £2,8...