First off, you gotta acknowledge the Bottega weave. That iconic intrecciato leather thing? They’ve managed to translate that textural magic to scarves, which is kinda genius, right? I mean, think about it – you get that instant brand recognition, even if someone’s just glimpsing a corner of it peeking out from under your coat. Smart.
Now, I saw on 1stDibs they’ve got vintage Bottega scarves… which makes me feel simultaneously ancient (because *vintage* Bottega?!) and slightly envious. Imagine snagging a piece of design history! Probably costs a small fortune, but hey, a girl can dream. Although, honestly, sometimes I wonder if these “designer” things are worth it. Like, is a Bottega scarf *actually* warmer than a regular wool scarf? Probably not. But it *looks* better, and that’s half the battle, right?
Speaking of looks, SSENSE is pushing their new SS25 collections. That’s like, next year’s fashion. My brain can’t even compute. But I guess if you wanna be ahead of the curve (and have the cash), that’s where you go. I’m more of a “see-it-on-someone-else-first-and-then-decide-if-I-like-it” kind of person. Safer that way. Less chance of regrettable fashion choices.
Then there’s the whole “Veneta bag” thing. That’s a detour, I know, but it’s all Bottega-related, so bear with me. Apparently, they come in small, medium, and… well, you get the idea. Sizes. I’ve always been a big bag kinda gal. Like, I need to carry everything but the kitchen sink. So a small Veneta bag wouldn’t cut it, no matter how chic. But a scarf? A scarf can be chic *and* practical. You can wear it, tie it to your bag (large bag, obviously), or even use it as a headband. Versatile!
Oh, and I saw something about Hermès, Dior, and Chanel scarves too. Those are beautiful, obviously, but they’re a totally different vibe. More classic, maybe? Bottega has this kind of understated cool. It’s not screaming for attention, but it’s definitely not boring.
