The Iconic 1969 bag story
Timeless craftsmanship
With a simple clamp, Paco Rabanne gave life to this daring bag that immediately shook up traditional craftsmanship and has become emblematic of the brand’s experimental work. Recently reedited, the original design has undergone a noticeable transformation: the heavy steel has been replaced by a lighter aluminium embellished with lustrous golden and silver finishes.
Composed of 367 pastilles, the classic 1969 bag is entirely assembled by hand.
Introducing the Rabanne Artisan Editions
The 1969 Artisan Edition in lustrous gold
200 hours of research and prototyping.
100 hours of fabrication.
157 medals in 18k gold.
Founded in 1803, Maison Arthus Bertrand combines tradition and modernity to remain at the cutting edge of innovation. Maison Arthus Bertrand has always collaborated with contemporary artistic trends, and continues to do so. Hence this collaboration with Maison Rabanne, which celebrates French artisanal excellence through exceptional creations.
The 1969 Artisan Edition in glazed, milky white ceramic with Astier de Villatte.
550 small discs per bag.
10 days for the fabrication of each piece.
Benoît Astier de Villatte and Ivan Pericoli founded their Maison in 1996, drawing their inspiration from the history of decorative arts, popular arts and neglected objects. Their artisan ceramics atelier in Paris revives the tradition of 18th-century Parisian manufactures and brings the art and technique of stamping up to date.
The 1969 Artisan Edition in gradient Murano glass with Venini
240 discs per bag with 40 pieces in six different colors.
Founded in 1921 by Paolo Venini and Giacomo Cappellin, Venini is a model of excellence in the world of artistic glass. Over the years, Venini has forged important partnerships with artists and architects such as Ron Arad, Tadao Ando, Ettore Sottsass, Gaetano Pesce and many others.
