Bottega Veneta vs Nancy Gonzalez

Megs · Sep 2nd, 2008, 01:53 PM

Bottega Veneta vs Nancy Gonzalez

The battle of the designer look-a-like bags continues! I have always been a self-pronounced lover of Bottega Veneta bags. Yes, of course I am. Soft and buttery leather, intricate weaving, timeless classic designs. And when it comes to exotics, Nancy Gonzalez handbag top my list. And why wouldn't they? Nancy Gonzalez uses bright bold colors on rich exotic skins. Both designers are known for different looks and both designers have highly sought after handbags.

A long time ago I professed my undying love of the simple fold-over clutch that so many adore from Bottega Veneta. Many times referred to as a cosmetic case, the Bottega Veneta Pyramid Clutch combines a simplistic approach of a small pouch with a fold over top and divine woven leather. There is a longer version ($400 more and twice as long), which is not considered the cosmetic case, but either way this one doubles over as a clutch. Either way, I have always loved this clutch. Buy through Saks for $580 or larger version through Net A Porter for $980.

We all know the above mentioned Bottega Veneta clutch. But did you know that Nancy Gonzalez created a clutch very similar? Almost eerily similar, just done in exotic skin (of course it is in exotic, it wouldn't be Nancy Gonzalez if it were not!). The Nancy Gonzalez Large Crocodile Clutch is also a fold-over style clutch designed in silver crocodile. Her skins are not rigid, rather soft and user friendly. This clutch features an inside zip pocket, inside cell phone pocket, and leather lining. Buy through Saks for $2800.

lula_bernie · Sep 2nd, 2008, 02:05 PM

I like the look Nancy Gonzalez bag more than the BV, but I don't think I could pay that much for a clutch - even if it is exotic.

BagsRmyLife · Sep 2nd, 2008, 03:57 PM

BV wins!

Leelee · Sep 2nd, 2008, 04:16 PM

Oh Lord! That is impossible to answer as they are both TDF!

Liberté · Sep 2nd, 2008, 04:45 PM

eesee! Bottega for teh win!

JAP4life · Sep 2nd, 2008, 04:59 PM

I automatically thought I'd choose BV but the NG clutch is gorgeous. Tough one for me.

Melanie · Sep 2nd, 2008, 08:13 PM

I was immediately drawn to the BV! I love it!

ValleyO · Sep 2nd, 2008, 09:13 PM

BV hands down- I've never been a fan of NG's croc.

Chi town Chanel · Sep 2nd, 2008, 11:42 PM

I love BV, but I have to choose NG on this one!

Chipper · Sep 3rd, 2008, 12:33 AM

Yikes, I'm not familiar with NG...just now getting my feet wet with BV!

Lady Chinadoll · Sep 3rd, 2008, 12:42 AM

BV all the way!

moi et mes sacs · Sep 3rd, 2008, 09:26 AM

I love both but I would vote for Nancy Gonzales if I haad to choose based on colour.

compulsivepurse · Sep 5th, 2008, 07:58 PM

I like the Nancy Gonzalez better although I'd like it in a different color.

LOREBUNDE · Sep 5th, 2008, 11:01 PM

Normally I would say BV but between these particular two clutches, I pick NG

Florasun · Sep 6th, 2008, 01:40 AM

I'm a big fan of BG, but for this contest would pick NG. I think because I've just seen too much of the BV woven leather - the NG seems "fresh".

Sep 2nd, 2008, 02:05 PM	#2
lula_bernie Always Searching.... Location: KC Metro	I like the look Nancy Gonzalez bag more than the BV, but I don't think I could pay that much for a clutch - even if it is exotic. __________________

Sep 2nd, 2008, 04:45 PM	#5
Liberté Member	eesee! Bottega for teh win! __________________

Sep 2nd, 2008, 04:59 PM	#6
JAP4life Au revoir ♥	I automatically thought I'd choose BV but the NG clutch is gorgeous. Tough one for me. __________________ Wishlist: A great pair of sunglasses (Tom Ford aviators perhaps.)

Sep 2nd, 2008, 08:13 PM	#7
Melanie Compulsive Shopper! Location: CT	I was immediately drawn to the BV! I love it! __________________ Anyone who lives within their means suffers from a lack of imagination. ~Oscar Wilde

Sep 3rd, 2008, 12:33 AM	#10
Chipper formerly ChocoG**** Location: By the sea in SD...	Yikes, I'm not familiar with NG...just now getting my feet wet with BV! __________________ Chipper We are tPF, restoring the U.S. economy, one purse at a time.

Sep 2nd, 2008, 01:53 PM	#1
Megs	Bottega Veneta vs Nancy Gonzalez Bottega Veneta vs Nancy Gonzalez The battle of the designer look-a-like bags continues! I have always been a self-pronounced lover of Bottega Veneta bags. Yes, of course I am. Soft and buttery leather, intricate weaving, timeless classic designs. And when it comes to exotics, Nancy Gonzalez handbag top my list. And why wouldn't they? Nancy Gonzalez uses bright bold colors on rich exotic skins. Both designers are known for different looks and both designers have highly sought after handbags. A long time ago I professed my undying love of the simple fold-over clutch that so many adore from Bottega Veneta. Many times referred to as a cosmetic case, the Bottega Veneta Pyramid Clutch combines a simplistic approach of a small pouch with a fold over top and divine woven leather. There is a longer version ($400 more and twice as long), which is not considered the cosmetic case, but either way this one doubles over as a clutch. Either way, I have always loved this clutch. Buy through Saks for $580 or larger version through Net A Porter for $980. We all know the above mentioned Bottega Veneta clutch. But did you know that Nancy Gonzalez created a clutch very similar? Almost eerily similar, just done in exotic skin (of course it is in exotic, it wouldn't be Nancy Gonzalez if it were not!). The Nancy Gonzalez Large Crocodile Clutch is also a fold-over style clutch designed in silver crocodile. Her skins are not rigid, rather soft and user friendly. This clutch features an inside zip pocket, inside cell phone pocket, and leather lining. Buy through Saks for $2800. __________________ Enter our fabulous November giveaway sponsored by Adriana Castro!!!!

Sep 2nd, 2008, 03:57 PM	#3
BagsRmyLife Member Location: - NyC -	BV wins!

Sep 2nd, 2008, 04:16 PM	#4
Leelee Up On My Toes! Location: Highland, Maryland	Oh Lord! That is impossible to answer as they are both TDF!

Sep 2nd, 2008, 09:13 PM	#8
ValleyO Member Location: Sacramento, CA	BV hands down- I've never been a fan of NG's croc.

Sep 2nd, 2008, 11:42 PM	#9
Chi town Chanel Member Location: Chicago	I love BV, but I have to choose NG on this one!

Sep 3rd, 2008, 12:42 AM	#11
Lady Chinadoll Member	BV all the way!

Sep 3rd, 2008, 09:26 AM	#12
moi et mes sacs Science Geek!	I love both but I would vote for Nancy Gonzales if I haad to choose based on colour. __________________ If you never change your mind, why have one? Edward de Bono

Sep 5th, 2008, 07:58 PM	#13
compulsivepurse Member	I like the Nancy Gonzalez better although I'd like it in a different color.

Sep 5th, 2008, 11:01 PM	#14
LOREBUNDE Member Location: Rhode Island	Normally I would say BV but between these particular two clutches, I pick NG

Sep 6th, 2008, 01:40 AM	#15
Florasun Member	I'm a big fan of BG, but for this contest would pick NG. I think because I've just seen too much of the BV woven leather - the NG seems "fresh". __________________ The most important things in life aren't things at all!