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This vintage Saint Laurent Yves Top Handle Bag in black crocodile-embossed leather with whipstitch detailing and gold-tone hardware is presented in very good condition. A refined choice for dinners, events or polished daytime wear, it features a structured top-handle silhouette, tonal monogram lining and a flap closure.
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• Black crocodile embossed leather with whipstitch detailing
• Gold-tone hardware
• Single flat top handle
• Tonal monogram lining with one internal zip pocket
• Flap closure
• Vintage
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Q: What typically fits inside the Saint Laurent Yves Top Handle Bag? A: With approximate dimensions of 27 x 22 x 7.5 cm, this bag is best suited to daily essentials such as a phone, small wallet, keys, sunglasses, a card holder and a few beauty items. Its slim profile means it is not ideal for bulkier pouches, larger tablets or a water bottle.
Q: Can this bag be worn on the shoulder? A: This particular piece is designed primarily as a top-handle style. The handle drop is approximately 12.5 cm, and no shoulder strap is listed in the product information, so it is best carried in the hand or on the forearm.
Q: Is this bag structured or soft? A: This style has a fairly structured silhouette with a flap closure and slim depth, so it holds a neat, elegant shape better than a slouchy everyday bag. As with most vintage bags, storing it carefully will help preserve that structure over time.
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.
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Q: What typically fits inside the Saint Laurent Yves Top Handle Bag? A: With approximate dimensions of 27 x 22 x 7.5 cm, this bag is best suited to daily essentials such as a phone, small wallet, keys, sunglasses, a card holder and a few beauty items. Its slim profile means it is not ideal for bulkier pouches, larger tablets or a water bottle.
Q: Can this bag be worn on the shoulder? A: This particular piece is designed primarily as a top-handle style. The handle drop is approximately 12.5 cm, and no shoulder strap is listed in the product information, so it is best carried in the hand or on the forearm.
Q: What material and finish does this bag have? A: It is crafted in black crocodile-embossed leather with whipstitch detailing and finished with gold-tone hardware. The embossed finish gives it a polished, structured look that works well for both daytime and evening wear.
Q: Is this bag structured or soft? A: This style has a fairly structured silhouette with a flap closure and slim depth, so it holds a neat, elegant shape better than a slouchy everyday bag. As with most vintage bags, storing it carefully will help preserve that structure over time.
Q: What is the interior like? A: The interior is lined in tonal monogram fabric and includes one internal zip pocket. It offers enough organisation for smaller essentials, while still keeping the bag compact and refined.
Q: What condition is this vintage bag in? A: It is listed in very good condition. The exterior shows scuffing on the corners and some minor marks, the interior has light traces of use and some scratches inside the flap, and the hardware remains shiny with light surface scratches.
Q: Does this bag come with a strap, dust bag or other original items? A: No additional items are listed for this piece. If a strap, box, dust bag, authenticity card or other extras are not mentioned in the product information, they are not included with this bag.
Q: How should I care for croc-embossed leather and the hardware? A: Store the bag lightly stuffed to help maintain its shape, keep it in a breathable dust bag, and avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, rain and overfilling. Wipe the leather gently with a soft dry cloth after use, and take care around jewellery, keys and rough surfaces to minimise scratches on both the leather and hardware.
Q: How is authenticity assessed for a vintage Saint Laurent bag? A: Vintage Saint Laurent bags are typically assessed by looking at the overall quality of the leather, stitching, lining, logo details, hardware and construction rather than relying on a single feature alone. A Retro Tale states that its bags are checked by in-house experts and supported by a third-party authentication tool.
Q: Is this a good day-to-evening bag? A: Yes. Black croc-embossed leather, gold-tone hardware and a classic top-handle silhouette make this a versatile vintage style that can work equally well with smart daytime looks and dressier evening outfits.
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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 vintage Saint Laurent Yves Top Handle Bag in black crocodile-embossed leather with whipstitch detailing and gold-tone hardware is presented in very good condition. A refined choice for dinners, events or polished daytime wear, it features a structured top-handle silhouette, tonal monogram lining and a flap closure.
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 the Saint Laurent Yves Top Handle Bag? A: With approximate dimensions of 27 x 22 x 7.5 cm, this bag is best suited to daily essentials such as a phone, small wallet, keys, sunglasses, a card holder and a few beauty items. Its slim profile means it is not ideal for bulkier pouches, larger tablets or a water bottle.
Q: Can this bag be worn on the shoulder? A: This particular piece is designed primarily as a top-handle style. The handle drop is approximately 12.5 cm, and no shoulder strap is listed in the product information, so it is best carried in the hand or on the forearm.
Q: What material and finish does this bag have? A: It is crafted in black crocodile-embossed leather with whipstitch detailing and finished with gold-tone hardware. The embossed finish gives it a polished, structured look that works well for both daytime and evening wear.
Q: Is this bag structured or soft? A: This style has a fairly structured silhouette with a flap closure and slim depth, so it holds a neat, elegant shape better than a slouchy everyday bag. As with most vintage bags, storing it carefully will help preserve that structure over time.
Q: What is the interior like? A: The interior is lined in tonal monogram fabric and includes one internal zip pocket. It offers enough organisation for smaller essentials, while still keeping the bag compact and refined.
Q: What condition is this vintage bag in? A: It is listed in very good condition. The exterior shows scuffing on the corners and some minor marks, the interior has light traces of use and some scratches inside the flap, and the hardware remains shiny with light surface scratches.
Q: Does this bag come with a strap, dust bag or other original items? A: No additional items are listed for this piece. If a strap, box, dust bag, authenticity card or other extras are not mentioned in the product information, they are not included with this bag.
Q: How should I care for croc-embossed leather and the hardware? A: Store the bag lightly stuffed to help maintain its shape, keep it in a breathable dust bag, and avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, rain and overfilling. Wipe the leather gently with a soft dry cloth after use, and take care around jewellery, keys and rough surfaces to minimise scratches on both the leather and hardware.
Q: How is authenticity assessed for a vintage Saint Laurent bag? A: Vintage Saint Laurent bags are typically assessed by looking at the overall quality of the leather, stitching, lining, logo details, hardware and construction rather than relying on a single feature alone. A Retro Tale states that its bags are checked by in-house experts and supported by a third-party authentication tool.
Q: Is this a good day-to-evening bag? A: Yes. Black croc-embossed leather, gold-tone hardware and a classic top-handle silhouette make this a versatile vintage style that can work equally well with smart daytime looks and dressier evening outfits.
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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• Black crocodile embossed leather with whipstitch detailing
• Gold-tone hardware
• Single flat top handle
• Tonal monogram lining with one internal zip pocket
• Flap closure
• Vintage
