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Just imagine the way a parachute unfurls. It catches the air, creating a voluminous yet fluid shape as it descends with the promise of a soft landing. Bottega Veneta encapsulates this very essence in the Parachute, surely an apt moniker for this fresh design.
Bringing innovation to the world of fashionable carryalls, this new style is generous without being bulky or overly structured. This is partly thanks to the use of suede, which also provides a velvety touch. Of course, at the heart of the Parachute bag lies the Italian fashion house’s iconic Intrecciato weave.
Defining the Italian fashion house since its creation in 1966, the weave is not just a decorative pattern. A testament to Bottega Veneta’s foundational commitment to craft, Intrecciato is the result of blending careful research with artisanal skill. What sets it apart from conventional weaves is the 45-degree inclination of slender leather strips that form the perforated leather material.
This dedication to the craft means the continuous expression of Intrecciato in various forms, whether in the shape, colour or even the size of the weave. So, whenever you sling the Parachute over your shoulder, know that you’re carrying the legacy of historical craftsmanship.
Just like many of its predecessors, the bag is free of logos, thus letting the beauty of the Intrecciato take the spotlight, with Bottega Veneta’s newer knot detailing artfully by its side. Priced at SGD9010, the Large Parachute measures 30 cm by 26 cm, coming in a beautiful shade of Cypress suede.
