Bottega Veneta’s bags are now guaranteed for life
From November, Bottega Veneta bags will be eligible for ‘unlimited repair and refresh’ with the new ‘Certificate of Craft’ – a celebration of the house’s commitment to craft and longevity
Bottega Veneta has been synonymous with feats of craft since its conception in 1966 in Vicenza, Italy – particularly the art of intrecciato, whereby strands of leather are woven in distinct criss-crossing style. Current creative director Matthieu Blazy has continued this legacy in his collections so far, with a complex – and oftentimes surprising – use of leatherwork at the heart of his collections (memorably, a pair of leather trousers intricately crafted to give the illusion of denim jeans, or a skirt complete with thousands of hand-cut leather tassels).
Bottega Veneta introduce ‘Certificate of Craft’
A new scheme from the house, titled ‘Certificate of Craft’, celebrates this heritage by offering a new lifetime warranty programme on Bottega Veneta’s bags (beginning November 2022). Citing ‘a commitment to exceptional materials and the preservation of outstanding craft’, it will mean each purchase comes with a ‘complimentary care service’ which allows ‘unlimited repair and refresh’ on its various handbag styles. The scheme – which will be symbolised by a physical card associated with the serial number of each individual bag – is designed to encourage longevity and multi-generational wear.
‘Bottega Veneta is extraordinary craft with exquisite design and creativity,’ says the house’s CEO Leo Rongone. ‘We focus on responsible growth. Our intention is to maintain products in use for longer, reducing the need for replacement.’
He continues: ‘our vision remains consistent with the one of our founders. They wanted Bottega Veneta to represent the most elevated and refined form of luxury. We count days, not hours, to make our products. They are designed to last forever.’
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Jack Moss is the Fashion Features Editor at Wallpaper*. Having previously held roles at 10, 10 Men and AnOther magazines, he joined the team in 2022. His work has a particular focus on the moments where fashion and style intersect with other creative disciplines – among them art and design – as well as championing a new generation of international talent and profiling the industry’s leading figures and brands.
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