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roxmdav123 · Apr 12th, 2007, 02:31 PM

Hi Ladies,
I'm trying to decide between two Bottega Veneta bags - the small Campana in black or this new BV design (see picture) in black. Please give me your advice for a great multi-purpose bag that can be dressed up or down. I want a bag that I can get a lot of wear out of.

Thanks!

bullshopper · Apr 12th, 2007, 02:38 PM

i like this new one. i like the handle a lot.

chiaoapple · Apr 12th, 2007, 02:47 PM

I like this new one as well. Love braided handles.

Kellybag · Apr 12th, 2007, 02:49 PM

I love this one as well, but please try it on first to see if it works well for you. (especially is you want to wear it on your shoulder) If not, you are fine! Have fun!

Balchlfen · Apr 12th, 2007, 04:21 PM

I like this new style

Do you know what it is called and the price?

Greentea · Apr 12th, 2007, 05:17 PM

I like the one you posted

macbagger · Apr 12th, 2007, 07:11 PM

I love the Campana, like the bag in photo a lot too, I am not sure how big it is though? I think it might be a really big bag from what I remember, I would just make sure that you like the proportions, but the style is great!

ReRe · Apr 12th, 2007, 10:59 PM

Like the black one in the photo too!

beauxgoris · Apr 12th, 2007, 11:28 PM

I love them both:

* The Campana is a great "all around" b-bag. I think it would go great with everything from jeans to skirts.

* I love the 2nd bag too - but it is a tad bit dressier, if that makes sense.

If it's your first bv, I would get the Campana. I always think that the Campana or the Veneta are perfect "starter" bags!

Let us know what you decide.

mlbags · Apr 13th, 2007, 03:37 AM

[quote=beauxgoris;2421928]I love them both:

* The Campana is a great "all around" b-bag. I think it would go great with everything from jeans to skirts.

* I love the 2nd bag too - but it is a tad bit dressier, if that makes sense.

If it's your first bv, I would get the Campana. I always think that the Campana or the Veneta are perfect "starter" bags!
quote]

Couldn't agree more with Beauxgoris.... I actually had the 2nd bag but returned it for a Cocker due to some faults. Love that bag very much though, but as said, it's dressier as in that you have to match your attire to it. Also, it's harder to use meaning that I have to be careful when I want to get my stuff out of the bag as the opening is a little tight, and with the zipper I have to be careful that I do not scratch my BV wallet, cosmetic pouch or key pouch !

My first BV was a Veneta and from it, I learnt to appreciate BV so much.... The 2nd bag would be great if it's not your first (hope you get what I'm trying to say).... I think the Campana would make a wonderful 1st!

Londoner · Apr 13th, 2007, 05:23 AM

I like the Campana because it is a Classic. Agree with beauxgoris. Are you a BV starter? If yes, what about Veneta bag, this can be used with casual or smart casual clothing.

Nymph · Apr 13th, 2007, 06:09 AM

The shape of the Campana doesn't appeal to me personally, although some of the ladies here carry them so well! Hence I would opt of this other bag which you've attached. The braided handle is really cute, and I like the shape.

Speaking of dressing up or down, I would totally pair this bag with white tee and jeans. I think it's sassy enough to be dress down, and dressing it up won't be a problem.

However, how much do you tend to carry around? This will def hold less than a Campana. This bag would not hold all the stuff I need to lug around

febby · Apr 13th, 2007, 06:19 AM

this bag u have picture with, I've tried already in the store and it does not sit on shoulder..so u will just have to tote it. for me personally, i love bag that I could either rest on my shoulder or some other time ..tote it.

I would suggest u go with the classic veneta..u will never regret it..

genamarie · Apr 13th, 2007, 08:32 AM

I actually have this bag and it is my first BV. I don't have a problem in pairing it with jeans. I think it looks classy and nobody else has this bag. A couple of point for you to consider:
you really can't carry it comfortably on your shoulder--it is a tight fit
it holds a lot more than it appears as it expands and becomes slouchy with use
when you load it up with items inside it can become a bit heavy
the opening is a tad hard to get in and out of==a small opening

I still love it but I wanted to make sure you had all of this info before deciding.

ms piggy · Apr 13th, 2007, 10:57 AM

Both bags are beautiful in their own ways - what can I say, to me most if not ALL Bottega bags are. Actually, I am not a fan of either but between the two, I'd think the Campana is more practical and easier to wear on the whole. Or like many here suggested, opt for the Veneta, a winner in all aspects!

Apr 12th, 2007, 02:38 PM	#2
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Apr 12th, 2007, 02:47 PM	#3
chiaoapple Member Joined: Sep 2006 Posts: 636	Re: Which Bottega Veneta should I get? I like this new one as well. Love braided handles.
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Apr 12th, 2007, 02:49 PM	#4
Kellybag Hermezzy Mod Joined: Mar 2006 Posts: 14,238	Re: Which Bottega Veneta should I get? I love this one as well, but please try it on first to see if it works well for you. (especially is you want to wear it on your shoulder) If not, you are fine! Have fun!
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Apr 12th, 2007, 04:21 PM	#5
Balchlfen Member Joined: Mar 2006 Location: England, UK Posts: 2,048	Re: Which Bottega Veneta should I get? I like this new style Do you know what it is called and the price?
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Apr 12th, 2007, 05:17 PM	#6
Greentea Kelly Crazy!!! Joined: Feb 2006 Location: In Hemes Dreamland! Posts: 8,497	Re: Which Bottega Veneta should I get? I like the one you posted

Apr 12th, 2007, 07:11 PM	#7
macbagger Member Joined: Jan 2007 Posts: 614	Re: Which Bottega Veneta should I get? I love the Campana, like the bag in photo a lot too, I am not sure how big it is though? I think it might be a really big bag from what I remember, I would just make sure that you like the proportions, but the style is great!
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Apr 12th, 2007, 10:59 PM	#8
ReRe ReRe Joined: Apr 2006 Location: Philly area Posts: 3,434	Re: Which Bottega Veneta should I get? Like the black one in the photo too!

Apr 12th, 2007, 11:28 PM	#9
beauxgoris Member Joined: Mar 2006 Posts: 11,079	Re: Which Bottega Veneta should I get? I love them both: * The Campana is a great "all around" b-bag. I think it would go great with everything from jeans to skirts. * I love the 2nd bag too - but it is a tad bit dressier, if that makes sense. If it's your first bv, I would get the Campana. I always think that the Campana or the Veneta are perfect "starter" bags! Let us know what you decide.
beauxgoris Member Joined: Mar 2006 Posts: 11,079

Apr 13th, 2007, 03:37 AM	#10
mlbags Yeah, no lemmings! Joined: Sep 2006 Location: Singapore Posts: 982	Re: Which Bottega Veneta should I get? [quote=beauxgoris;2421928]I love them both: * The Campana is a great "all around" b-bag. I think it would go great with everything from jeans to skirts. * I love the 2nd bag too - but it is a tad bit dressier, if that makes sense. If it's your first bv, I would get the Campana. I always think that the Campana or the Veneta are perfect "starter" bags! quote] Couldn't agree more with Beauxgoris.... I actually had the 2nd bag but returned it for a Cocker due to some faults. Love that bag very much though, but as said, it's dressier as in that you have to match your attire to it. Also, it's harder to use meaning that I have to be careful when I want to get my stuff out of the bag as the opening is a little tight, and with the zipper I have to be careful that I do not scratch my BV wallet, cosmetic pouch or key pouch ! My first BV was a Veneta and from it, I learnt to appreciate BV so much.... The 2nd bag would be great if it's not your first (hope you get what I'm trying to say).... I think the Campana would make a wonderful 1st!
	Last edited by mlbags; Apr 13th, 2007 at 03:40 AM. Reason: Added another paragraph.

Apr 13th, 2007, 05:23 AM	#11
Londoner member Joined: Jan 2007 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 431	Re: Which Bottega Veneta should I get? I like the Campana because it is a Classic. Agree with beauxgoris. Are you a BV starter? If yes, what about Veneta bag, this can be used with casual or smart casual clothing.

Apr 13th, 2007, 06:09 AM	#12
Nymph Black WE please! Joined: Jul 2006 Location: Singapore Posts: 5,266	Re: Which Bottega Veneta should I get? The shape of the Campana doesn't appeal to me personally, although some of the ladies here carry them so well! Hence I would opt of this other bag which you've attached. The braided handle is really cute, and I like the shape. Speaking of dressing up or down, I would totally pair this bag with white tee and jeans. I think it's sassy enough to be dress down, and dressing it up won't be a problem. However, how much do you tend to carry around? This will def hold less than a Campana. This bag would not hold all the stuff I need to lug around
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Apr 13th, 2007, 06:19 AM	#13
febby Member Joined: Feb 2006 Posts: 63	Re: Which Bottega Veneta should I get? this bag u have picture with, I've tried already in the store and it does not sit on shoulder..so u will just have to tote it. for me personally, i love bag that I could either rest on my shoulder or some other time ..tote it. I would suggest u go with the classic veneta..u will never regret it..
febby Member Joined: Feb 2006 Posts: 63

Apr 13th, 2007, 08:32 AM	#14
genamarie Member Joined: Aug 2006 Posts: 72	Re: Which Bottega Veneta should I get? I actually have this bag and it is my first BV. I don't have a problem in pairing it with jeans. I think it looks classy and nobody else has this bag. A couple of point for you to consider: you really can't carry it comfortably on your shoulder--it is a tight fit it holds a lot more than it appears as it expands and becomes slouchy with use when you load it up with items inside it can become a bit heavy the opening is a tad hard to get in and out of==a small opening I still love it but I wanted to make sure you had all of this info before deciding.
genamarie Member Joined: Aug 2006 Posts: 72

Apr 13th, 2007, 10:57 AM	#15
ms piggy special breed Joined: Oct 2006 Posts: 12,522	Re: Which Bottega Veneta should I get? Both bags are beautiful in their own ways - what can I say, to me most if not ALL Bottega bags are. Actually, I am not a fan of either but between the two, I'd think the Campana is more practical and easier to wear on the whole. Or like many here suggested, opt for the Veneta, a winner in all aspects!
ms piggy special breed Joined: Oct 2006 Posts: 12,522

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