Bottega Veneta has launched a new capsule collection inspired by the work of beloved American author and illustrator, Richard Scarry.
Renowned for his prolific work in children’s books, including the Best Ever series, Scarry distinguished himself with his richly detailed illustrations; enchanting anthropomorphic characters; and accessible stories woven with a sense of community.
For Creative Director Matthieu Blazy, Scarry’s books were a beloved source of childhood imagination and remain a well of inspiration and joy. Following on from the spirit of discovery and wonder that animated his Summer 25 collection, this new capsule collection pays special homage to Scarry and the universal delight that his fictional characters and worlds elicit.
The collection centres on a large 62,5 x 52,5 cm edition of Scarry’s Biggest Word Book Ever with a cover in printed Intrecciato. The design is based on a 2013 edition of Biggest Word Book Ever, which was first published in 1985. It features the character of Lowly Worm, whose Tyrolean hat, red bowtie, blue and green body tube, and single shoe Blazy has described as “the best outfit in the world”.
The interior of the book also replicates the 2013 edition, with a Bottega Veneta Ex Libris sticker on the first page. A parallel sketchbook edition features the same Intrecciato Lowly Worm cover with blank interior pages for sketching, and a tag to personalise with the owner’s name and information.
Taking its lead from the colour and motifs of the Scarry universe, the capsule collection further includes a special striped edition of the Intrecciato Dust Bag in colours drawn from Scarry’s palette, as well a striped belt, a belt with apple-shaped buckle, striped wallets, and a card holder.
