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In only three years at Bottega Veneta, Lee transformed the Italian luxury house into one of fashion’s most sought-after brands. They announced their split on November 10, 2021.
Daniel Lee created a new chapter in the house’s history and the fashion world named this era “New Bottega.”
Daniel Lee initially fought to get The Pouch produced in 2018. The pillowy soft bag would become his first big hit.
After receiving such a great response from The Pouch design, Lee decided to addd a chunky chain strap to The Pouch.
The Jodie Bag has been extremely popular since its debut in early 2020 and has been reinterpreted in countless sizes and textures.
Lee debuted The Arco in his first official collection for Bottega Veneta - Pre-Fall 2019.
The Padded Cassette debuted in 2019 in Lee's first official runway show for the brand.
More recently, Lee created The Beak, a crossbody flap bag accented with a triangular flap that resembles a beak and a V for Bottega Veneta.
Lee introduced another take on the hobo in the form of the Bottega Veneta Double Knot.
Lee certainly made his mark during his brief tenure at Bottega Veneta. We can't wait to see what's next for both BV and Lee.