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Handbags

Vintage Tod’s Carey Sacca Grande Tote Bag in Grained Leather, 2000s – Vibrant Cherry Red (Lipstick/Crimson) An exceptional archival piece from Tod’s: the “Carey Sacca Grande” tote bag in grained leather. Featuring a stunning vibrant cherry red hue (also described as classic lipstick or deep crimson), this mid-2000s style is enhanced with elegant, tone-on-tone contrast stitching in a slightly lighter shade and classic silver-tone hardware. A true treasure for lovers of nostalgic, relaxed luxury. This bag perfectly embodies the understated, refined elegance of Tod’s golden age in the 2000s, showcasing the house’s absolute mastery of working with premium Italian calfskin leather. The Sacca's iconic silhouette features an oversized, supple hobo shape, accentuated by distinctive side loops that serve as a striking and elegant design element, while also structuring the bag's relaxed silhouette. The subtle contrast of slightly lighter red stitching perfectly catches the light, highlighting the exceptional craftsmanship, structured curves, and premium details of this bag. A wardrobe staple, it instantly elevates a casual denim outfit or adds the finishing touch to a minimalist and elegant autumn look, enhanced with a hint of red. Finding this archive model in pristine condition—perfectly aligned with the vibrant reds currently dominating international fashion forecasts—makes it a spectacular piece for discerning vintage collectors who appreciate craftsmanship and bold everyday functionality. Price shown in HKD. Choosing this currency will minimize platform conversion fees. • Material: Body crafted from premium, durable grained calfskin leather, with two matching genuine leather top handles and integrated adjustable side straps. The interior compartment is fully lined with premium, durable textiles and features silver-tone hardware. • Design and Practicality: An iconic silhouette of the structured yet supple hobo bag from the mid-2000s, offering exceptionally generous space. It features two comfortable rolled leather handles that can be carried elegantly over the shoulder or in the hand. The top opening gently cinches with slim side buckles, creating a fluid, draped silhouette that adapts to the load. • Details: A secure magnetic closure provides access to a spacious main compartment, offering exceptional everyday practicality. The top edge is elegantly accented by two leather straps with polished silver-tone buckles, adding a refined, structured touch. The bag is enhanced with contrasting, slightly lighter topstitching that highlights the grain of the premium leather. A silver-tone oval Tod's charm, the brand's signature, hangs from the handle. The interior features a large zipped pocket to keep your essentials secure. • Approximate dimensions (flat, empty): - Width: 43 cm (at the widest point) - Width: 31 cm (at the top opening) - Height: 35 cm (excluding handles) - Depth: 8.5 cm (seam to seam); expands dynamically when filled - Shoulder strap drop: 19 cm • Condition: Cared for with the utmost care and meticulously preserved for decades, this vintage bag is in impeccable, virtually flawless condition. It has been beautifully preserved to retain the classic charm of its grained leather and the brilliance of its metallic finishes: - Leather and Structure: The premium grained calfskin leather is exceptionally durable, vibrant, and free from any major structural defects. The exterior is absolutely immaculate, without any signs of rubbing, wear on the handles, or scratches on the corners. Its magnificent, deep red hue is perfectly uniform, even at the most frequent points of contact. - Interior Lining: The main beige fabric lining is perfectly intact, structurally sound, and secure for your belongings. The fabric shows a slight yellowish/brownish discoloration along the bottom seam. This is purely superficial and results from natural aging due to the original glue eventually seeping through the porous fabric. It is in no way a stain due to wear or use. The rest of the lining is exceptionally clean and vibrant. The interior pouch is removable. - Trim and Finish: The original rubber trim shows slight signs of wear, inevitable for a vintage item. However, it remains structurally sound, without significant cracking, pronounced delamination, or a sticky feel. - Hardware: The silver side buckles, handles, and iconic Tod's charm are fully functional and shiny. They show only slight signs of wear, inevitable for a vintage item. • Historical Significance and Collector's Note: - The Autumn Trend "Burst of Red": Saturated purples, bold reds, and cherry tones have emerged as the season's key colors. Fashion forecasts highlight this vibrant palette as the ultimate luxury accessory to energize neutral and dark autumn wardrobes without creating a fashion faux pas. - The Era of Contrasting Stitching and Finishes: In the mid-2000s, luxury houses merged structured everyday functionality with relaxed, oversized silhouettes, using visible metal details, such as large buckles, to structure the supple shapes of the leather. The deliberate choice of slightly lighter contrasting stitching on the deep purple body was a signature Tod’s style in the mid-2000s, specifically designed to highlight the bag’s intricate paneling and sculptural curves for a timeless, luxurious aesthetic. • Included: Comes with its original Tod’s dust bag. *Notes: - Color Accuracy: This item features a vibrant and authentic red hue with neutral to cool undertones (often described as a lipstick or crimson). Please note that actual colors may vary slightly due to lighting conditions during photography and your screen display settings (computer or mobile). - To combat Hong Kong's high humidity, some of our items are stored with moisture-absorbing bags. These bags emit a light, protective, clean, soapy odor, which may linger. While a slight odor may be present initially, it will naturally dissipate with use. Please note that this is a preventative storage measure. We do not use perfumes or other chemicals that could damage the materials of our items. Thank you for your understanding.