GUCCI, bag, Tom Ford era, circa 2000.
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Bag in black nylon canvas with leather edging strap. Leather shoulder strap with chromed metal carabiner hooks. Main compartment with zipper, interior in jacquard woven fabric with a side compartment.
Tagged GUCCI made in italy, 000 • 2113 • 0602.
Approx. 23 x 25 x 10 cm. Shoulder strap drop about 20 cm.
When Tom Ford took over as chief designer at Gucci in 1994, the Italian fashion house was in a serious crisis. Once one of the world's most prestigious luxury brands, Gucci had lost its lustre and struggled with internal conflicts and financial difficulties. Ford, who had started working for Gucci back in 1990 as a designer for womenswear, was given the creative responsibility in the midst of this chaos -- and quickly turned the brand into a global fashion phenomenon.
With a bold and sexy aesthetic, Ford injected new life into Gucci's image. His designs combined retro-inspired silhouettes with modern sensuality, luxurious materials and a powerful visual identity. The mid-to-late 1990s collections quickly became iconic -- often characterised by satin shirts, velvet, low-cut trousers and glamorous '70s influences. Ford emphasized sex appeal, confidence, and style, which attracted both fashion press and celebrity elite.
Under his leadership, not only did the creative side of Gucci flourish -- business also went uphill. Together with business strategist Domenico De Sole, Ford helped transform Gucci from a struggling company into one of the world's most profitable and influential luxury brands. Together they also created the Gucci Group, which included other major fashion houses such as Yves Saint Laurent (where Ford was also chief designer), Bottega Veneta and Balenciaga.
Tom Ford's tenure at Gucci culminated in the early 2000s, but the relationship with the new ownership company PPR (now Kering) became increasingly strained. In 2004, Ford left both Gucci and Yves Saint Laurent after disagreements over creative control.
Despite his departure, Tom Ford left a lasting imprint. He not only saved Gucci from disappearing -- he reinvented what luxury and sexiness could mean in the modern fashion world. His era is seen to this day as one of the most influential in fashion history.
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Used tracks/ surface with scratches, otherwise in good vintage condition.
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Usage traces in the form of stains inside the bottom. Exterior in good vintage condition with light even wear.
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Description
Bag in black nylon canvas with leather edging strap. Leather shoulder strap with chromed metal carabiner hooks. Main compartment with zipper, interior in jacquard woven fabric with a side compartment.
Tagged GUCCI made in italy, 000 • 2113 • 0602.
Approx. 23 x 25 x 10 cm. Shoulder strap drop about 20 cm.
When Tom Ford took over as chief designer at Gucci in 1994, the Italian fashion house was in a serious crisis. Once one of the world's most prestigious luxury brands, Gucci had lost its lustre and struggled with internal conflicts and financial difficulties. Ford, who had started working for Gucci back in 1990 as a designer for womenswear, was given the creative responsibility in the midst of this chaos -- and quickly turned the brand into a global fashion phenomenon.
With a bold and sexy aesthetic, Ford injected new life into Gucci's image. His designs combined retro-inspired silhouettes with modern sensuality, luxurious materials and a powerful visual identity. The mid-to-late 1990s collections quickly became iconic -- often characterised by satin shirts, velvet, low-cut trousers and glamorous '70s influences. Ford emphasized sex appeal, confidence, and style, which attracted both fashion press and celebrity elite.
Under his leadership, not only did the creative side of Gucci flourish -- business also went uphill. Together with business strategist Domenico De Sole, Ford helped transform Gucci from a struggling company into one of the world's most profitable and influential luxury brands. Together they also created the Gucci Group, which included other major fashion houses such as Yves Saint Laurent (where Ford was also chief designer), Bottega Veneta and Balenciaga.
Tom Ford's tenure at Gucci culminated in the early 2000s, but the relationship with the new ownership company PPR (now Kering) became increasingly strained. In 2004, Ford left both Gucci and Yves Saint Laurent after disagreements over creative control.
Despite his departure, Tom Ford left a lasting imprint. He not only saved Gucci from disappearing -- he reinvented what luxury and sexiness could mean in the modern fashion world. His era is seen to this day as one of the most influential in fashion history.
Condition report
Used tracks/ surface with scratches, otherwise in good vintage condition.
Condition
Usage traces in the form of stains inside the bottom. Exterior in good vintage condition with light even wear.
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