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166 BAL HARBOUR modern, strong, self-preserving, de-gendered in a way and, as a result, massively popular. In his book of inspirational images, there are examples that support this sentiment: Jodie Foster holding up an old Bottega Veneta bag to shield herself from paparazzi. The diaphanous ruby-hued top of a toned dancer at Studio 54. The shapely glutes of an Antonio Canova sculpture. The body, frozen in reference yet clearly in motion before and after the snapshot, is Lee's primary source. It can be a little heady, but this is all part of Lee's process; he's studious, and his patience and layering techniques have propelled Bottega Veneta back into the conversation. Additional hits so far include the Pouch bag and a fringed coat that has been photographed on tastemakers including Rihanna. Retailers have reported that Bottega Veneta is among their top sell-through brands. Indicators point to further propulsion, too. In some ways, the restrictiveness of the current era enefits ees uietude. e told Vogue that "with the world shut down, all we really have is each other at the studio and the work. It's almost like a therapy. It gets you through the darkest times because you can completely lose yourself in making a beautiful fabric, a beautiful garment." Beautiful things are the point, indeed, but they can be profoundly boosted by Look 01 at Salon 01; a cuff bracelet from the new collection. "With the world shut down, all we really have is each other at the studio and the work. It's almost like a therapy. It gets you through the darkest times because you can completely lose yourself in making a beautiful fabric, a beautiful garment." —Daniel Lee