You see all those articles online, right? “Bottega Veneta Original Vintage Bags,” “Vintage Bottega Veneta Tote Bags,”… it’s a whole thing. And honestly? I kinda get it. I mean, new Bottega is cool and all, that Pouch bag everyone’s obsessed with? Super minimalist, super chic, *super* expensive. But there’s somethin’ about the older stuff, the “Old Bottega” as some places call it, that just screams *class*. It’s like, you’re not just buying a bag, you’re buying a piece of history. Sort of.
The Intrecciato weave? That’s the key. You see that intricate woven leather? That’s Bottega’s signature. And man, they did it so well back in the day. I saw one vintage bag on The RealReal (which, btw, is a great place to find this stuff, even if it’s just to window shop… which is usually all I can afford, lol). It was like, subtly worn, you could *tell* it had a life, a story. Which is way more interesting than somethin’ brand new out of the box, right? It had that “minor signs of wear” thing they always mention, but honestly, that’s part of the charm, ya know?
And let’s be real, finding a vintage Bottega on eBay for a steal? (Free shipping, maybe?!) That’s like hitting the jackpot. It’s the ultimate flex, without being, like, IN YOUR FACE flexy. You get what I mean? It’s a quiet luxury, a knowing nod to those in the know. Plus, you’re kinda being sustainable, right? Recycling fashion? Good for you!
