Do you want to treat yourself to a new handbag? Do you have say, $19,500 lying around?  To be clear, that’s nineteen thousand five hundred US dollars.
If you do have the cash (hello, please adopt me?) and want to spoil yourself you can pick up this mind numbingly expensive Bottega Veneta bag!
From afar, the Bottega Veneta Large Veneta Crocodile Bag looks like your regular, run of the mill hobo but up close is where you’ll see why this bag is worth so much money. For instance, it’s made out of crocodile skin and that stuff doesn’t come cheap ladies!  It’s …read more

Leighton Meester wore the most gorgeous grecian Bottega Veneta gown to the Emmy’s last night, and I happen to think that it would be the perfect wedding dress. I saw her earlier on someone’s worst-dressed list, but that someone shall remain nameless, because a)I’m against the whole idea of worst-dressed lists, it’s just not nice, and 2)you can’t hate her because she’s the queen B! Check out her gorgeous gown:
I am completely mad for the puffy, drapey shoulders, the soft edges, and the detail around the waist. She looks so drop dead sexy and elegant at the same time that …read more

I checked my email this morning and noticed Bergdorf Goodman made a list of their Top 10 Handbags of the Season. Curious, I clicked through to check out which bags made their cut.
Valentino Premier Bow Shoulder Tote ($1895)
Bottega Veneta Twisted Karung Bag ($3600)
Prada Vitello Daino Pocket Tote ($1555)
Prada Cervo Shine Tote ($1650)
Gucci Icon Bit Medium Shoulder Bag ($1950)
Fendi Peek A Boo Patent Tote ($3450)
Jimmy Choo Blythe Shoulder Bag ($1895)
Gucci Sukey Shoulder Bag ($850)
Dolce & Gabbana Miss Sicily Plisse Tote ($2795)
I’m a bit disappointed that bags by Chloe, Marc Jacobs, Botkier, Dior and Miu Miu didn’t make the list!  I do …read more

Woven leather bags are such a hot trend that it’s not hard to see why woven materials are showing up in other accessories.
People have been weaving leather for… well, pretty much as long as we’ve had leather!  But I think it’s safe to say that it’s never been quite this decorative before
John Hardy has combined unique cast sterling silver findings with woven leather to create his hip “Dragon” bracelets:

Bottega Veneta has also created woven leather bracelets, this one is finished off with a traditional knot (used in horse equipment or as a decorative accent) and loop to close …read more

How many time have I told you all that I love shopping theoutnet.com? Probably like a million right? Well, let this be the million and first time I tell you how fabulous this website is. Their flash sales are amazing.  
In t minus two days this amazing summer piece, well actually almost pre-fall Bottega Venta Shoulder bag is going to be on sale. And it’s your decision (much like the Lapis Girl dress/skirt) on when you’re going to buy it.
Will you snap it up right away when it goes on sale for just about 10% off the list price of …read more

Basket woven totes get me excited. They get me excited for the Spring and Summer. For whatever reason, I just want to scream when I see a basket woven tote that doesn’t come unravelled after two to three weeks of use.

This Bottega Venta Basket Woven Basket Woven Leather Medium Totefrom Bluefly.com is that tote for me. You can get it in cobalt blue or marble orange for $3,360.00. The tote has a ripple effect with an open top (so no secrets please!), 13” brown woven leather top handles with 4” drop, a zip center compartment with a spiffy cell phone holder. …read more

Happy St. Patrick’s Day everyone! To conclude our green handbag theme I’ve rounded up five great handbags. Each one is different and distinct but still very cool, classy and of course, green.
Bottega Veneta Roma Intrecciato Tote, $3080
A pretty Absinth green leather bag with “intrecciato” weaving. Features adjustable handles, gold tone metal hardware, three center compartments, a magnetic closure, a fold over padlock strap with key, an inside zipped pocket with suede lining.
Marc by Marc Jacobs Big Slice Clutch, $250
This cool minty green crinkled leather clutch is great for going out at night. The silver tone hardware complements it nicely. Features …read more

Summer’s here and there’s not better way to celebrate than with a bright yellow accessory or two.  Start things off with this fresh addition to the handbag closet from Bottega Veneta:

The Bottega Veneta Woven Leather Hobo is an ideal match for those long days exploring the shopping plaza, trekking across the boardwalk, or just heading off to the latest summer bash.
The mustard yellow hobo is finished with antiqued brass hardware, a classy and chic sunkissed look from the Mediterranean isles.
Bottega Veneta Woven Leather Hobo: $2,350 available at Bergdorf Goodman 

Glossy patent leather or simple matte leather for the day? It’s a big decision.
Why not reach for both?

The Bottega Veneta Accordian Interraciato Tote decks you out in black leather with contrasting matte patent leather panels. The rectangular, duffel style is large enough to manage a few day’s worth of accessories, and the shoulder strap is laced through each side for a tight, compact construction.
The best of both worlds, right in your hands.
Bottega Veneta Accordian Inrecciato Tote: $3,680, available at Net-a-Porter

If you’re yearning for a European getaway this season but don’t have time for your much-needed escape, a European-inspired outfit might be a better option.
Jump into olde Europe with luxe leather and artisan-inspired accessories:

The Bottega Veneta is a twist on the classic hobo, a rich intreccatio leather bag covered with unique detailing throughout. The dark brown and tan combo works perfectly with darker ensembles of winter, and can still be toted around in early Spring then Fall this year.
Plenty of room for your basic accesory lineup of the day, and maybe a passport when you do find yourself …read more