Bottega Veneta
Italian craft, quietly confident. No logo needed.
The house weave, used on frames as a woven wire core and textured details.
Vicenza, 1966.
Michele Taddei and Renzo Zengiaro founded Bottega Veneta (“Venetian workshop”) in Vicenza in 1966. Its best-known technique is intrecciato, where strips of leather are woven together into a soft but strong material.
For years the house did not use a visible logo, and its slogan was “When your own initials are enough”. Gucci bought the brand in 2001 and it is now part of Kering. Louise Trotter is the creative director, and Kering Eyewear makes the eyewear.
“When your own initials are enough.”Bottega Veneta (house slogan, late 1970s)
From the house to the frame.
- 01IntrecciatoThe house weave, used on frames as a woven wire core and textured details.
- 02Sculpted shapesThick, rounded acetate and soft cat-eye and drop shapes.
- 03The metal ribbonA curved gold-tone band on the front and temples instead of a logo.
Bottega Veneta eyewear
You never need to say where it is from.
Someone who likes quiet luxury: no logos, just unusual shapes and great materials. Not sure it’s you? That’s what your styling session is for. We’ll tell you honestly, and show you what is.
The frames
A few pieces from the collection. In the practice there is far more: optical frames, sunglasses and new arrivals every season. Tap any frame and we’ll set it aside for you to try.
Ask us what is on the shelf this week. Tell us the shape or model you love and we will have it ready for your styling session.
Designer frames from £150 · With your prescription, measured and fitted by hand
Try Bottega Veneta on, with someone who knows.
A free styling session with a dispensing optician, at any of our five practices. No obligation to buy.
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