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Elle
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Elle
The Cool-Girl Handbag Trend That's Taking Over Summer Nights
If you're like me, then you know summer is the perfect time to experiment with your style. The palpable energy of the season makes it easier to play with a dash of color here and a bit of sparkle there. And nothing catches the light (or compliments) quite like a sequin bag. Whether heading to rooftop drinks, destination weddings, or late-night gallery openings, this season's crop of glittering handbags deliver just the right amount of glam. Designers across the spectrum, from high-street favorites to luxury heavyweights, are giving the classic sequin treatment a fresh spin: think pouches dripping in fringe from It girl-approved brand Des Phemmes and chainmail-inspired minaudières by the iconic Rabanne team. This isn't just about nostalgia or a Y2K revival. Today's take on the sequin bag trends feels grown-up, thanks to sophisticated takes on Loewe's Flamenco clutch and glittering designs on Bottega Veneta's Cabat bucket. Now's the time to let your bag do the talking for you. Ahead, find the very best sequin-adorned styles to shimmer through the summer with. Whether you're going to a day party or a firework soirée, mixed textures immediately add interest to any outfit. For a subtle way to add a hint of glam to your wardrobe, grab a chocolate sequin bag like this luxe Loewe Flamenco update. Sequins and fringe beading unite to create an eclectic bag that captures the energy of the summer. Check two trends off of your to-do list at once with this butter-yellow sequin pouch. Worn with denim shorts and a swimsuit or a crochet knit dress, you're guaranteed to ring in a ton of compliments with this Mother of Pearl sequin bag. Vintage lovers, add this beaded sequin number to your coveted collection before it sells out. Summer's the perfect time to have a bit of fun, and Marc Jacobs has the perfect playful bag to bring your outfits to life. With fluttering sequins, this bag proves tote bags can be functional and fun. Your search for a standout summer clutch ends here with handknotted design. We can't talk about sequin bags without mentioning Rabanne's shimmering creation. This one reigns supreme thanks to its jumbo paillettes and unmistakable shimmer. Of course, Dries Van Noten found a way to make a sequin bag look undeniably elegant with miniature sparklers. Bring on the glam with Bottega Veneta's all-gold take on the bag of the summer. Jimmy Choo takes the moment to new heights with extra-large embellishments on its iconic Bon Bon bag. Missoni mixes prints, color, and texture in this must-have bag. A floral motif turns this handbag into a museum-worthy work of art. Go handsfree with Saint Laurent's shimmering crossbody bag.
Vogue Singapore
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Vogue Singapore
From American Gigolo to Princess Diana—Bottega Veneta celebrates 50 Years of its iconic Intrecciato bags
It's a big year for Bottega Veneta. In September, the newly-installed creative director Louise Trotter will debut her vision for the future of the Italian label. Before that though Bottega Veneta is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its Intrecciato weave, which was introduced a little less than a decade after the brand was founded in Vincenza, Veneto, and quickly established its reputation for craft and creativity. 'In 1960s Italy, the market was dominated by heavy, stiff, and structured handbags,' recalls Barbara Zanin, Bottega Veneta's Director of Craft and Heritage. '[Our] designs were characterised by their great softness—the bags were fluid, supple, simple. The introduction of the Intrecciato gave the bags a fluidity, almost like a fabric.' The first Bottega Veneta ad featured in Vogue's March 1975 issue. Courtesy of Bottega Veneta The Intrecciato technique utilises long leather fettucce, or thin strips, that are woven into a leather base with slits in a diagonal pattern, instead of the more common vertical pattern. Much like cutting a piece of fabric on the bias, this technical development allowed for a softer structure. Its unique appearance became Bottega Veneta's calling card; eschewing the logo-driven trends of other luxury labels, in its first advertising campaigns it boasted: 'People know a Bottega the minute they see one. So we put our name on the inside only.' With Paul Schrader's 1980 film American Gigolo , the Intrecciato bag became an indelible part of the fashion pop culture canon when Lauren Hutton's character carried a burgundy clutch in the crook of her arm. The bag was appropriately re-released as the 'Lauren Clutch' in 2017, and it's since become a favorite of celebrities—and the not-so-famous—who want to show off their good taste in a subtle way; although these days the Intrecciato is as easily recognizable as anything with logos on it. Tina Turner carrying her all-white Intrecciato at Spago, 1984. Getty Brooke Shields at the Death Becomes Her premiere, 1992. Getty There is a world of possibility within Intrecciato. In 2002, when Tomas Maier was the creative director at the brand, he introduced the Cabat bag, which was entirely hand-woven on a wooden frame, a process that was named Intreccio (the Intrecciato utilises a needle for the weaving process). Further experiments with different types of leather have yielded other signature styles; Zanin mentions 'a padded fettucce for a more plush appearance,' or an 'an ultra-soft nappa leather that retains the impression of movements and folds of the weaving process to create a specially textured look.' Madonna at the Los Angeles premiere of Truth or Dare, 1991. Getty There is a world of possibility within Intrecciato. In 2002, when Tomas Maier was the creative director at the brand, he introduced the Cabat bag, which was entirely hand-woven on a wooden frame, a process that was named Intreccio (the Intrecciato utilizes a needle for the weaving process). Further experiments with different types of leather have yielded other signature styles; Zanin mentions 'a padded fettucce for a more plush appearance,' or an 'an ultra-soft nappa leather that retains the impression of movements and folds of the weaving process to create a specially textured look.' To ensure that a passion for craft continues to be at the heart of Bottega Veneta, the house launched the Accademia Labor et Ingenium in 2023, a school that instructs the next generation of artisans on the intricacies of their labor. 'A central pillar of the school is a training program for 50 students a year, with guaranteed employment at Bottega Veneta on completion of the course,' explains Zanin, who helped establish it. 'It's our responsibility to ensure the transmission of our artisanal savoir-faire.' Bottega Veneta's first Intrecciato bag from 1975. A close-up at the Intrecciato process. Matteo de Mayda The Intreccio technique, meanwhile, is all made by hand. Matteo de Mayda The bags are woven on a wooden frame. Matteo de Mayda This story was originally published on
