As you may have noticed, totes are the recurrent theme with handbag style icons of the moment. With plenty of space and tons of practicality, these beauties come in a huge array of shapes and sizes, ranging from massive hold-alls through to the small hand-held classics.
This bag is one of those classics – lightweight and beautiful, but with plenty of storage space and that instantly recognizable rectangular shape. Whilst definitely coming in under the “compact” heading, this basket tote expands to an impressive 8 inches of storage space in three compartments; easily enough room for a few folders or a couple of pairs of Jimmy Choos!
The bag is undeniably attractive. The woven white Nappa leather is sublimely soft, and the bag is lined in luscious tan suede, making a day-to-day item into a piece of luxury hanging noticeably off your arm. It is the sort of must have that the Sex and the City girls would have died for! My only hesitation is the handle. For such a big bag, I worry that the short leather handles would impair your ability to carry it around easily.
Now for the major drawback, however. Bottega Veneta are the Italian creators of some of the most luxurious clutches, purses and handbags around. Their timeless style results in timeless prices; that is, prices it would take you forever to pay off! This diamond retails at approximately $3000! No matter how nice a bag, a price like this is inconceivable. But all is not lost. Secondhand or used items can be found for hundreds less on eBay!
More Features of This Bottega Veneta Woven Handbag
- Measures 14 x 10 x 8 inches
- Dual shoulder strap with a 7 inch drop
- Woven Nappa leather and tan suede interior
- Aged bronze hardware with a lock and key leather strap closure
- Middle compartment has magnetic snap closure, one interior pouch pocket, one zipper pocket
