When Daniel Lee’s time at the helm of Bottega Veneta came to an abrupt end in November 2021, his departure left some pretty big puddle boots to fill.
In less than four years the British designer had successfully repositioned the staid Italian leather goods house as a key player in the hype-worthy luxury space. He jumbo-sized the brand’s signature woven intrecciato leather into cult Insta-catnip accessories, won all sorts of awards and created a widespread obsession for a particular zingy shade of apple green.
