I’ve been doing some serious online window shopping (okay, maybe not *just* window shopping, nudge nudge) and the sheer variety of these vintage Bottega Veneta things is kinda mind-blowing. You got your classic Intrecciato weave – that iconic leather braiding that everyone knows and loves, even if they can’t pronounce it. Then you got the Marco Polo styles – I think those are totally underrated, tbh. They scream “effortlessly chic” in a way that a lot of modern bags just… don’t.
And the colors! Black is always a safe bet, classic, can’t go wrong. But then you see a vintage Bottega in, like, a faded brown or a dusty beige? Game over. My wallet weeps. I saw a pink fabric tote bag the other day too; that was super cute. The thing is, finding the perfect vintage piece feels like uncovering a treasure. You’re not just buying a bag; you’re buying a piece of history, a slice of Italian craftsmanship from a time before everything was mass-produced and kinda…soulless.
I saw one site even mentioned “Old Bottega.” What’s that supposed to mean? That current bags are new bottega or something? Lol.
Okay, but real talk: hunting for vintage Bottega Veneta is not for the faint of heart. You gotta be prepared to do your research, to sift through endless listings on 1stDibs (which, let’s be real, can be a little pricey) and other sites. You gotta be able to spot a fake (and there are *plenty* of fakes out there, sadly). And you gotta be okay with a little wear and tear. I mean, it’s vintage! It’s got a story to tell. A little scuff here, a slightly faded color there… that’s just character, baby!
Speaking of character, I think the best thing about vintage Bottega Veneta is that it’s, well, *different*. Everyone and their dog has a Neverfull or a Chanel flap bag. But a vintage Bottega? That’s a statement. It’s saying, “I don’t follow trends; I set them.” Or at least, “I appreciate well-made, timeless style that isn’t plastered with logos.”
