HOUSE CODES
BRAND HISTORY
COLLECTION INSPIRATIONS
PRE-FALL 23
100

Originally, this was used as a functional part of the handbag straps to adjust the length of the strap, and was later animated into collections featuring muse brass hardware

What is the knot?

100

Bottega Veneta opened it's first store in 1972 in this city.

What is NYC?

100

This style icon of the 90's was known for her dressed down style including denim and white t-shirts, and was an inspiration to the Winter 22, Summer 23, and Winter 23 collections.

Who is Carolyn Bassett-Kennedy?

100

This new handbag, featured in both canvas and leather options, features a zip pocket that can styled both outside and inside the bag. 

What is the flip flap?

200

This leathermaking style is the most notable and recognizable among the brand. It is praised for it's level of craftmanship needed to create items using this technique. 

What is intrecciatio?

200

The designer who was noted for solidifying Bottega's footprint across the world as a luxury lifestyle brand, and worked for the brand as the Creative Designer from 2001-2018.

Who is Thomas Maier?

200

This British actress was the muse of Mathieu Blazy as a child, and walked the Summer 23 runway show after running into him in an elevator. 

Who is Kate Moss?

200
A new material, seen across men's and women's tailoring, is known for it's unique breathability and softness. 

What is knotted silk?

300

An abstract inspiration of the V for Veneta, this shape quickly became a house code in recent years.

What is the triangle?

300

This is the brand's current creative director, noted for his love of the arts, architecture, and obsession with craft in motion.

Whos Mathieu Blazy?

300

One of the key inspirations of his collections, Mathieu references this through his collections with curved hemlines, angular heels, and garments coming to life as they are worn. 

What is craft in motion?

300
This silhouette is seen throughout the collection, with dresses styled over pants and tall boots. The name describes the letter shape when it is worn on the body.

What is A-Line?

400

This material, used in all categories, is the heart and DNA of the brand.

What is leather?

400

This is the year Bottega Veneta was created.

What is 1966?

400

This key inspiration of Mathieu's collections signifies the importance of the relationship between the garment and the wearer, and while items are subtle, embody true luxury. 

What is quiet power?

400

A continued theme from the previous collections, is a staple of the brand's new identity, noting that not everything is what it looks like. This theme is seen in RTW shirts and pants, and handbags to look like velvet. 

What is printed leather?

500

This word, used to describe the level of craftmanship, attention to detail, and finest materials, defines the brand's house codes and mission as a luxury brand.

What is quality?
500

This became the brand's slogan in the 1970's noting it's attention to craftmanship and no use of logos. 

What is "when your initials are enough"?

500
This inspiration is described as when practicality meets luxury. 

What is Utilitarian Luxury?

500

This shoe is a new addition to the brand, and is animated in flats, mules, and boots. It is noted for having knot details on the top of the shoe. 

What is the Bunnie?