Bottega Veneta in Vegas

BRIQUE INTRECCIATO (braided) SILK STRETCH KNOT
The timeless Stretch Knot is an elegantly elongated version of the signature Knot clutch bag. A masterpiece of design and artisanal craftsmanship, interpretations of the Knot have ranged from the understated to the extravagant over the years, each new style confirming the irresistible beauty and timeless charm of this iconic design. Recreated in a new and vibrant colour palette, this youthful and contemporary piece is made of intricately crafted Intrecciato Silk.

For Fall-Winter 2015/2016, Bottega Veneta presents a women’s collection inspired by a nonchalant sense of style. Put together in unexpected combinations, the looks reveal the beauty of individualistic dressing.  Bottega Veneta signature saying is "when your own initials are enough" Initials combines the beauty of Bottega Veneta’s handcrafted intrecciato (braided) nappa with the elegance and individuality of a monogram. Every piece is hand-woven of the finest quality nappa leather and back-lined with suede on the interior, making it lightweight as well as distinctive-looking.

Bottega Veneta was founded in 1966 by Michele Taddei and is headquartered in Vicenza, Italy.  The company’s artisans developed a leather-weaving know-how, called intrecciato that remains a signature of the brand.  By the early 1980s, Bottega Veneta was a favorite of the international By the early 1980s, Bottega Veneta was a favorite of the international jet set. Andy Warhol, who did his Christmas shopping in the New York boutique, made a short film for the company in 1980s.. Andy Warhol, who did his Christmas shopping in the New York boutique, made a short film for the company in 1980s.

The name means Venetian Shop.  In 2001, it was purchased by the Gucci Group. Creative Director Tomas Maier came on board in June of that year. and presented his first collection, for Spring-Summer 2002, that fall. The German-born Maier, whose résumé includes positions at Sonia Rykiel and Hermès, set about returning the brand to its original identity. He removed visible logos from the brand’s products, highlighted the signature intrecciato weave prominently, and returned the company’s focus to artisanal production.  In Summer 2006, in recognition of the importance of artisanal craftsmanship and the diminishing number of master leatherworkers in Italy, Bottega Veneta opened the Scuola della Pelletteria, a school to train and support future generations of leather artisans.