Yves Saint Laurent Vintage Crinkled Leather Messenger Bag in Off-White
Messenger Bag / Flap Shoulder Bag · Yves Saint Laurent (Kering), luxury tier, globally renowned for pioneering modern ready-to-wear and timeless accessories.
Collection: Vintage YSL Leather Line, early 2000s collection, non-permanent line.
Style
Messenger Bag / Flap Shoulder Bag
Brand
Yves Saint Laurent (Kering), luxury tier, globally renowned for pioneering modern ready-to-wear and timeless accessories.
Material
Crinkled distressed lambskin/calfskin leather, machine-stitched with reinforced panels, matching raw-edge and painted edge finishing.
Dimensions
Width: 38 cm (15 inches), Height: 30 cm (12 inches), Depth: 12 cm (4.5 inches), Strap drop: 25 cm (10 inches).
Description
An effortlessly chic vintage Yves Saint Laurent messenger bag crafted from soft, heavily textured crinkled leather in an off-white cream tone. Featuring a slouchy silhouette, distinctive front flap with rectangular grommet hardware, and an embossed YSL logo patch at the base, this piece captures the relaxed bohemian luxury of the mid-2000s.
Key Features
Distressed crinkled leather texture, dual vertical flap strap details with metallic grommets, embossed YSL logo patch at the base, and slouchy messenger profile.
Material & Construction
Crinkled distressed lambskin/calfskin leather, machine-stitched with reinforced panels, matching raw-edge and painted edge finishing.
Color & Pattern
Off-white / cream shade, solid crinkled pattern, seasonal vintage colorway.
Hardware Details
Brushed antique gold-tone metal, rectangular grommets, strap buckles, and magnetic closure hardware.
Interior Description
Fabric-lined interior featuring a zippered pocket and slip pockets, with an interior leather YSL branding tag.
Closure Type
Front flap with dual vertical strap slide locks and magnetic snaps.
Strap & Handle Details
Adjustable flat leather shoulder strap with metallic buckle hardware and a central comfort pad.
Craftsmanship Details
Quality machine stitching with reinforced stress points, expertly crinkled leather treatment, and substantial brass-tone hardware fittings.
Authentication Indicators
Correct vintage block-letter YSL stitched logo patch font, proper antique brass-finished hardware weight, interior heat stamp matching YSL standards, and quality stitching density.
Origin & Manufacturing
Made in Italy, adhering to high-standard luxury artisanal manufacturing.
Era & Period
2000s Boho-Chic and Indie Sleaze Era, characterized by slouchy silhouettes and distressed finishes.
Age Estimate
Circa 2003-2007 production.
Cultural Significance
Iconic representative of the 2000s oversized slouchy bag trend popularized by boho-chic style icons.
Condition Notes
Fair to Good vintage condition. Noticeable discoloration, patina, and scuffing on the bottom and edges from wear. Hardware shows minor tarnishing. Structure is soft and slouchy as intended.
Value Estimate
Estimated resale market value ranges between $350 to $700 depending on overall condition and hardware preservation.
Care & Maintenance
Store in a breathable dust bag stuffed with acid-free tissue to maintain shape. Avoid exposure to moisture and denim dye transfer due to the porous off-white leather.
Similar Handbags
YSL Downtown Tote, Balenciaga City Bag, Chloé Paddington.
Interesting Facts
This era of Yves Saint Laurent under Tom Ford and immediately following embraced a rock-and-roll, bohemian aesthetic that heavily influenced 2000s street style.
Notes
YSL