I’d never spent that much money on a single item before in my life, and yet, when Arda—the sales associate who didn’t once rush the process and patiently brought out bag after bag from the stock room for me—asked for my credit card, I wasn’t apprehensive about giving it to him. When he handed over my Certificate of Craft card in return, as well as my brown, medium-size Sardine, wrapped up in the brand’s signature bright-green shopping bag, I felt giddy more than regretful. I knew this was an investment that I’d own forever.
Today, my bag collection includes three Bottega Venetas—the Sardine I previously mentioned, a small brown Andiamo, and a burgundy Cobble—that I switch out on a daily basis. Every time I travel, I bring at least one (usually the Andiamo because of how perfect the multiway strap is for navigating airports and new cities) with me. And everywhere I go, I receive either compliments or “Where’d you get that?” inquiries.
All this is to say that if you’re going to invest in one bag this year, my vote will now and forever be to go with one from Bottega Veneta. After all, it comes with a lifetime guarantee, unlimited accolades, and the understanding that any outfit can be saved if one is by your side. From the buzzy options I’ve already mentioned to the brand’s staples like the Pouch and Jodie, everything you need to know about Bottega Veneta’s best, most buy-worthy bags is below.
