Bottega Veneta’s Leather Illusion Reaches Full Bloom with $8,800 “Flowers”

Matthieu Blazy’s swan song at Bottega Veneta has proven to be nothing short of extravagant. Before departing to take on his next chapter at Chanel, Blazy delivered a Spring/Summer 2025 collection that pushed the limits of fashion illusionism one last time—and perhaps farther than ever before. Known for transforming the mundane into the luxurious, the designer has previously stunned audiences by rendering everyday garments like socks, jeans, and sweatshirts entirely in supple leather, deceiving the eye with each look.

This time, Blazy’s grand finale at Bottega involved something even more whimsical: floral bouquets made entirely out of woven leather. What appeared to be fresh-cut sunflowers and violets wrapped in brown paper were, in fact, meticulously crafted works of leather art. Even the “paper” that encased the bouquets? That too was fashioned from textured double calf leather, offering a surreal twist that perfectly encapsulates Blazy’s tenure at the house.

Available now on Bottega Veneta’s website, these handcrafted leather bouquets will set you back a staggering $8,800. While not wearable like his previous illusions, they stand as sculptural statements that blur the line between art and accessory. They’re not just flowers—they’re everlasting testaments to the craftsmanship that defined Blazy’s era. And in true Bottega fashion, they won’t ever wilt, even if your jaw just dropped.