I just realized not only have I totally forgotten about Christmas cards this year (and mine are usually very elaborate, with professional photographers involved, hand engraved cards, etc)– I have barely made a dent in my Christmas shopping! I’ve been working and traveling so much (ironically, on gift idea pieces for various publications and media outlets) that I’ve forgotten to do my own! 
Well, today will be the day I go full speed in to Christmas mode! This wallet is a contender for one of my friends– it has the large interior compartment plus multiple slots that we all need as we get older. Half of the items in my wallet is for my 5 year old; membership cards, school ID cards, library cards (don’t ask me why but I also carry a lock of my son’s hair in my wallet) etc etc. And my friend always marveled at my Hermes Kelly wallet for its similar interior so this will be perfect for her. This wallet is classic and has just a touch of the iconic Bottega woven strip across the front in shimmering gold karung, the extra detail lends further elegance to this timeless piece. It’s 7″x4″ which will suffice as a clutch for evenings or a run to the market (yup, it holds an iPhone without a cover!). And while the Hermes Kelly Longue wallet runs 4 figures, this one is a mere $408 on sale!
I just got confirmation from Bottega Veneta that they will no longer discount their bags or put them on sale starting from this season (in BV boutiques). So, grab all the Bottega sale bags you can now!
Great wallet. I find myself stuffing everything in mine as well. Am intrigued about the lock of your baby’s hair, was it from the first haircut?
Hi Tina,
I was wondering where the heck the BV sale was – and now I know – they’ve disappeared. Shoot, I always managed to get another pair of shoes on sale from them. So accessories will no longer go on sale, but their RTW will?
Beautiful detailing, finishing and hue. Simple sophistication.