After all the talk of this new Bottega Veneta bag I ordered, I thought it’s about time I reviewed it. I wanted to wait for it to arrive in stores in February but it is all over the ads already! This is a total trend bag even though it has a classic shape and feel – it’s rare that you get both! The super thin and thus “superlight” leather is folded randomly and then painted. When unfolded, Tomas Maier’s genius is revealed in striking degrade patterns that are organic yet controlled. It goes from dark at the edges and evens out as it feathers out. His genius doesn’t just end there, the structure of the bag also has the folded motif, the sides are billowing with a deep fold along the gusset (you can stick you hands in there, it’s like one giant pleat). There are of course signature Bottega details, like the braided handle (so comfy!) and the braid that goes down the center. Whew, I’m getting tired describing- obviously, this is a bag you need to go in and see in person. Comes in this yolk (yellow is huge for Spring), as well as, Tobacco (featured in their ad). “Superlight” doesn’t just refer to the weight, the bag is only $1200 – for a Bottega Veneta leather!!! That’s right, now you know why I HAD to have it. Call Katherine at the Beverly Hills store to reserve one, 310-858-6533.