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This 1980s Bottega Veneta Mini Intrecciato Bag in navy leather with gold-tone hardware offers understated vintage charm. In very good condition, it features a single shoulder strap, satin lining and a flap closure with leather tassel. Ideal for dinners, gallery visits or evenings out, this compact piece adds refined Italian character to any look.
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• Navy blue Intrecciato leather
• Gold-tone hardware
• Single leather shoulder strap
• Satin lining
• Flap closure with leather tassel
• Vintage
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Q: What typically fits inside this Bottega Veneta 1980s Mini Intrecciato Bag? A: With approximate dimensions of 12 x 12 x 4 cm, it is best for very small essentials such as cards, keys, cash, lipstick, and earbuds. It is a true mini style, so bulkier items will be a squeeze.
Q: Will it fit a phone? A: Probably not most modern smartphones. Because the bag is only about 12 cm wide and 12 cm high, it is better suited to compact essentials rather than a standard full-size phone.
Q: Can it be worn crossbody? A: This style features a single leather shoulder strap and is best considered a shoulder bag. Depending on your height and styling preference, it may sit longer on the body, but it is not designed as a dedicated crossbody shape.
Please note that the majority of our items are vintage and therefore have tales to tell unless stated otherwise. Therefore, please look at pictures, descriptions and measurements provided as they give you the best idea of the story this item has to tell.
* Please note that when you buy a vintage product, the dimensions may vary slightly from a new one depending on previous care and storage.
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SHIPPING
All orders are insured and trackable. Once your shipment has been issued, a link to our Track & Trace service will be provided where you can track your shipment and check delivery status online.
A Retro Tale is registered for UK VAT. All prices on the website include shipping, customs, and VAT for deliveries to the UK.
These charges are typically collected by the shipping carrier at the time of delivery and are not included in the product price.
We offer secure shipping via DHL and UPS with the following delivery time:
Outside Europe: 3-6 business days.
Delivery & Returns
Q: What typically fits inside this Bottega Veneta 1980s Mini Intrecciato Bag? A: With approximate dimensions of 12 x 12 x 4 cm, it is best for very small essentials such as cards, keys, cash, lipstick, and earbuds. It is a true mini style, so bulkier items will be a squeeze.
Q: Will it fit a phone? A: Probably not most modern smartphones. Because the bag is only about 12 cm wide and 12 cm high, it is better suited to compact essentials rather than a standard full-size phone.
Q: Can it be worn crossbody? A: This style features a single leather shoulder strap and is best considered a shoulder bag. Depending on your height and styling preference, it may sit longer on the body, but it is not designed as a dedicated crossbody shape.
Q: What is Intrecciato? A: Intrecciato is Bottega Veneta’s signature woven leather craftsmanship, a house code used since 1975. It gives the bag its distinctive texture and understated, logo-free look.
Q: Is Intrecciato leather durable? A: Intrecciato is prized for its craftsmanship and can wear beautifully, but woven leather can show rubbing at corners or high-contact areas over time. As this is a vintage bag already graded Very Good with light traces of use, it is best enjoyed with a little extra care rather than treated as a heavy everyday carry.
Q: How should I care for this vintage bag? A: Handle it gently and keep it away from liquids, creams, oils, make-up, perfume, direct sunlight, heat, and abrasive surfaces. For storage, keep it lightly stuffed to help maintain shape and place it in a breathable fabric bag in a cool, dry space.
Q: Does the lack of a serial number mean it is not authentic? A: Not necessarily. Many older Bottega Veneta bags were made before later serial systems became standard, so vintage pieces may have no serial number. Authentication should be based on the overall craftsmanship, weave, leather quality, hardware, lining, and interior markings.
Q: Can Bottega Veneta bags be repaired? A: Bottega Veneta offers aftercare and repair guidance through its stores and customer care for eligible items, and some repairs are carried out by the brand’s artisans. For a vintage resale piece, repair options depend on the type of wear and the bag’s construction, so a specialist assessment is always best.
Q: What is included with this item? A: No additional product information is included with this bag.
Q: What condition is this bag in? A: It is listed in Very Good vintage condition, with light traces of use on the exterior, marks to the interior, and shiny hardware with light scratches.
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RETURNS
A Retro Tale offers 14 days return policy upon receipt of your order.
In order to request a return, please email [email protected] with your order number and state ”return request” in your email. From there, our Customer Support will confirm that your return request has been approved and further instructions will be provided by email.
Please note that the return shipping fee is covered by the returnee and all return shippings to A Retro Tale must be traceable. Thus, please retain your receipt of shipping and tracking number until your return has been completed and you have received your refund.
Please allow up to 10 business days for your return to be completed from the return shipping date as shipping time might vary depending on shipping country and shipping provider.
This 1980s Bottega Veneta Mini Intrecciato Bag in navy leather with gold-tone hardware offers understated vintage charm. In very good condition, it features a single shoulder strap, satin lining and a flap closure with leather tassel. Ideal for dinners, gallery visits or evenings out, this compact piece adds refined Italian character to any look.
Please note that the majority of our items are vintage and therefore have tales to tell unless stated otherwise. Therefore, please look at pictures, descriptions and measurements provided as they give you the best idea of the story this item has to tell.
* Please note that when you buy a vintage product, the dimensions may vary slightly from a new one depending on previous care and storage.
Q: What typically fits inside this Bottega Veneta 1980s Mini Intrecciato Bag? A: With approximate dimensions of 12 x 12 x 4 cm, it is best for very small essentials such as cards, keys, cash, lipstick, and earbuds. It is a true mini style, so bulkier items will be a squeeze.
Q: Will it fit a phone? A: Probably not most modern smartphones. Because the bag is only about 12 cm wide and 12 cm high, it is better suited to compact essentials rather than a standard full-size phone.
Q: Can it be worn crossbody? A: This style features a single leather shoulder strap and is best considered a shoulder bag. Depending on your height and styling preference, it may sit longer on the body, but it is not designed as a dedicated crossbody shape.
Q: What is Intrecciato? A: Intrecciato is Bottega Veneta’s signature woven leather craftsmanship, a house code used since 1975. It gives the bag its distinctive texture and understated, logo-free look.
Q: Is Intrecciato leather durable? A: Intrecciato is prized for its craftsmanship and can wear beautifully, but woven leather can show rubbing at corners or high-contact areas over time. As this is a vintage bag already graded Very Good with light traces of use, it is best enjoyed with a little extra care rather than treated as a heavy everyday carry.
Q: How should I care for this vintage bag? A: Handle it gently and keep it away from liquids, creams, oils, make-up, perfume, direct sunlight, heat, and abrasive surfaces. For storage, keep it lightly stuffed to help maintain shape and place it in a breathable fabric bag in a cool, dry space.
Q: Does the lack of a serial number mean it is not authentic? A: Not necessarily. Many older Bottega Veneta bags were made before later serial systems became standard, so vintage pieces may have no serial number. Authentication should be based on the overall craftsmanship, weave, leather quality, hardware, lining, and interior markings.
Q: Can Bottega Veneta bags be repaired? A: Bottega Veneta offers aftercare and repair guidance through its stores and customer care for eligible items, and some repairs are carried out by the brand’s artisans. For a vintage resale piece, repair options depend on the type of wear and the bag’s construction, so a specialist assessment is always best.
Q: What is included with this item? A: No additional product information is included with this bag.
Q: What condition is this bag in? A: It is listed in Very Good vintage condition, with light traces of use on the exterior, marks to the interior, and shiny hardware with light scratches.
SHIPPING
All orders are insured and trackable. Once your shipment has been issued, a link to our Track & Trace service will be provided where you can track your shipment and check delivery status online.
A Retro Tale is registered for UK VAT. All prices on the website include shipping, customs, and VAT for deliveries to the UK.
These charges are typically collected by the shipping carrier at the time of delivery and are not included in the product price.
We offer secure shipping via DHL and UPS with the following delivery time:
Outside Europe: 3-6 business days.
AUTHENTICITY GUARANTEED
A Retro Tale specialises in vintage and pre-owned goods from the world's most loved fashion houses. We guarantee that all of our products are 100 percent authentic. Every item sold on our site undergoes a rigorous authentication process, in which our experts delve deep into the heritage of a brand via its craftsmanship techniques. This requires a rigorous and methodical process.
For us, authentication is about more than expertise; it offers a fascinating insight into the history of fashion and the craftsmanship involved in production.
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RETURNS
A Retro Tale offers 14 days return policy upon receipt of your order.
In order to request a return, please email [email protected] with your order number and state ”return request” in your email. From there, our Customer Support will confirm that your return request has been approved and further instructions will be provided by email.
Please note that the return shipping fee is covered by the returnee and all return shippings to A Retro Tale must be traceable. Thus, please retain your receipt of shipping and tracking number until your return has been completed and you have received your refund.
Please allow up to 10 business days for your return to be completed from the return shipping date as shipping time might vary depending on shipping country and shipping provider.
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407 £
• Navy blue Intrecciato leather
• Gold-tone hardware
• Single leather shoulder strap
• Satin lining
• Flap closure with leather tassel
• Vintage
