Bottega Veneta officially launches the new Veneta bag as a fresh version of an iconic house design. This accessory shares its name with the brand and carries the refined craft and tactile luxury associated with the house since its founding. The bag features a supple construction that rests against the body during use. It utilizes the signature Intrecciato weave in ultra-soft nappa leather to represent the core codes and principles of the brand.
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The history of the Veneta bag began with an early sack bag from the 1970s. Co-founder Renzo Zengiaro designed that original model at a time when rigid, hand-held bags dominated the market. Zengiaro created a pioneering design by using high-quality leather in a relaxed, fluid form. The house reintroduced the model as the Veneta in 2002 to secure its status as an icon featuring a shape that naturally contours to the body.
For the Summer 2026 season, Louise Trotter continues a dialogue with house history. She introduces the Veneta in four new sizes and a fresh Intrecciato texture. This version features delicate nappa fettucce, or leather strips, with a width of 1.2cm. The design includes a soft interior filler to pad out these strips. Artisans weave this padded Intrecciato to achieve a cushioned tactility.
The brand offers the bag in four specific sizes to suit different needs. This range includes a Baby Veneta edition that provides a playful counterpart to the larger versions. Bottega Veneta maintains a no-logo approach to luxury, focusing on how the item feels. The brand pays equal attention to the interior and the exterior of the bag. Every Veneta includes a lining made of the same soft, lightweight lambskin found in the archival original.
The bag features a secure zip closure and an internal zipped pocket for organization. In the larger sizes, the brand uses leather handles that allow for carry by hand or on the shoulder. The new Veneta arrives in 11 different colorways for the Summer 2026 season. These options include shades such as Blue Venezia, Lava Red, Espresso, and Nocciola.
