Bottega Veneta The 1998 Shoulder Bag
Bottega Veneta
$5900.00
Product Insights & Style Tips
The Bottega Veneta 1998 Shoulder Bag lands with all the quiet opulence you’d expect of the house, imbued with that rich, tactile intrecciato leather in a moody burgundy that feels both classic and subversive. There’s a sensual undercurrent to the lambskin lining and that softly structured, framed silhouette—utterly timeless, yet forward in its proportions. The vibrato brass hardware and iconic metallic clasp closure catch light with intention (never flash), elevating the whole piece into a study of well-edited, Italian restraint. Every inch radiates Bottega’s nuanced vision: luxury with nothing to prove.
This shoulder bag slips easily under the arm, the strap dropping just so, with scale that’s intentional but not overwhelming. The interior is clean and well thought-out—a single main compartment, an internal flat pocket for the included hand mirror—giving you room for daily essentials and a touch of old-school glamour. The sturdy frame keeps its shape whether you’re pairing it with a tailored coat for day or letting it play against the nonchalance of wide-leg denim at night. With proportions that hit the sweet spot between investment piece and It-bag practicality, it transitions from gallery openings to midnight dinners without skipping a beat.
It’s no surprise this silhouette carries the legacy of Bottega Veneta’s late-'90s minimalism, now restyled for the new era. The 1998 Shoulder Bag rides the current wave of archival revival but, true to Bottega, strips away any artifice—leaving just pure, tactile desire. Think less logo, more legend; universally coveted, yet unmistakably individual.
Materials / Fabrication
- Burgundy Intrecciato leather
- Lambskin lining
- Metallic clasp closure
- Single main compartment with dedicated flat pocket for internal hand mirror
- Brass hardware with vibrato finish
- Framed silhouette
- Shoulder strap with 5.9 in drop
- Measures approximately 14.6" W x 7.1" H x 6.3" D
- Made in Italy
Recommended Care
- Store in the provided dust bag when not in use to prevent scratches and dust accumulation.
- Avoid exposure to direct sunlight, heat, or humidity to maintain leather integrity and color.
- Clean gently with a soft, dry cloth; do not use water or harsh cleansers on leather or lambskin lining.
- Keep away from sharp objects and surfaces to avoid marking the leather.
- Brass hardware can be wiped gently with a dry, non-abrasive cloth to maintain its vibrato finish.
- Avoid excessive weight to preserve the bag’s shape and silhouette.
