The Sensory Contrasts of Bottega Veneta’s Alta Collection
Ten Eaux de Parfum capture moods from dawn to dusk.
Summary
- Bottega Veneta launches the Alta Collection, spotlighting ten Eaux de Parfum inspired by Italy in dialogue with the world
- Scents weave Italian ingredients with global accords, balancing brightness, warmth and nocturnal richness, packaged in sculptural Intrecciato bottles with refillable formats available
Bottega Veneta‘s Alta Collection unfolds as a sensorial journey across ten new Eaux de Parfums, each conceived as a poetic dialogue between Italy and the wider world. The collection structures its narratives around contrasting textures of lightness and warmth, moving seamlessly from the bright, daylit freshness of “Montebello,” which pairs vibrant Italian blood orange with North African neroli, to the comforting, childhood nostalgia of “Ricordami,” where a milky, chocolate-laced Italian stracciatella ice cream accord is unexpectedly anchored by deep oakwood.
“Bare Morning” softens talco accord against Oceania sandalwood for an intimate, skin‑like embrace. “Always Now” anchors the brightness of Italian basil with the depth of Madagascar vetiver, while “Balliamo” captures the warmth of a summer evening with lush Italian fig and American cedarwood.
As dusk approaches, “Crepuscolo” evokes the turning tide of evening by contrasting the salty brightness of Fior di Sale with the deep, mysterious resonance of South Asian oud. When night fully falls, scents like “Night Sounds” envelop the wearer in a warm, resinous air, merging a sharp Italian saffron accord with the smooth, hypnotic depth of Vietnamese benzoin to evoke a sophisticated, nocturnal state of mind. “Moment After” layers Italian leather with vanilla for subtle sensuality, while “Velvet Steps” pairs syrupy Italian plum with Spanish labdanum.
Completing this multi-sensory narrative, Bottega Veneta’s iconic Intrecciato leather weave is beautifully translated into the physical design of the collection’s packaging. Each refillable bottle is sculpted from recycled glass, its surface reinterpreting the diagonal rhythm of the house’s signature leatherwork into a tactile, geometric pattern. A natural wooden cap and a gold-finished ring crown each vessel, serving as a subtle design nod to classic Venetian architecture and the house’s heritage of fine jewelry craftsmanship.
Available in 50ml and 100ml formats, the collection is launching globally across Bottega Veneta boutiques and leading department stores, accompanied by a series of bespoke woven leather accessories.
