
Vanessa Bruno
Jess Cognac Fringed Suede Hobo Bag
Vanessa Bruno Jess is a cognac suede hobo bag with a braided leather handle and long decorative suede fringes. It features a magnetic button closure, cotton lining, an interior zip pocket, and an inner key ring clasp, and is made in Italy with a signature dust bag included. Dimensions: 11" (28 cm) high, 13" (33 cm) long, and 4.25" (11 cm) wide.
- Color
- Cognac
- Material
- Genuine suede, cotton lining
- Gender
- female
- Style
- boho-chic, vintage
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Handbags, Wallets & Cases > Handbags
Color
Size
Specifications
Cognac suede hobo bag with braided handle and fringes.
Genuine suede, cotton lining, magnetic button closure, grab or shoulder handle, small zip pocket inside, long decorative fringes, inner key ring clasp, made in Italy, signature dust bag included.
- Color
- Cognac · brown
- Material
- Genuine suede, cotton lining
- Secondary
- cotton
- Style
- boho-chic, vintage
- Occasion
- everyday, casual
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 13x4.25x11 in
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Handbags, Wallets & Cases > Handbags
Additional Attributes
- cognac suede exterior
- braided top handle
- long decorative fringes
- magnetic button closure
- cotton lining
- interior zip pocket
- interior key ring clasp
- grab handle or shoulder strap
- made in Italy
- signature dust bag included
- dimensions: 11" H x 13" L x 4.25" W
- hobo bag silhouette
Product Insights
The Jess Cognac Fringed Suede Hobo Bag, named after Jessica Lange, offers demanding women a versatile, lightweight bag that transforms between an elongated hobo and a compact baguette silhouette. Its Parisian design and Italian craftsmanship feature a hand-braided strap and raw calf velvet suede that develops a beautiful patina but requires protective spray to prevent stains. The magnetic closure is convenient but may fail if overstuffed, and the interior has only one small zip pocket. Priced at $695 CAD, it competes with higher-priced Chloé bags in Italian craftsmanship, trading off protective pretreatment for a natural, aging aesthetic.
Verified claims
- Inspiration
- Named after Jessica Lange, the Jess is an easy bag for demanding women.
- Craftsmanship
- Designed in Paris, made in Italy with a hand-braided strap and Italian suede.
- Design
- Soft suede body drapes on wearer; raw suede needs protective spray but ages beautifully.
- Value
- At $695 CAD, comparable in Italian craftsmanship to Chloé bags priced at US$2,950.
- Production
- Paris-designed, Italian handcrafted with custom buckles and hand-braided strap.
- Protection
- 100% calf velvet leather is not pre-treated; apply protective spray to prevent stains and color transfer.
- Closure security
- Magnetic closure holds securely unless bag is overstuffed.
- Closure convenience
- Silent one-handed magnetic closure is more convenient than zip or clip closures.
- Versatility
- Two distinct silhouettes: elongated hobo or compact baguette, depending on packing.
- Interior organization
- Interior has one small zip pocket; no additional pockets or dividers.
- Weight
- Bag stays lightweight when packed due to suede exterior and cotton lining.
- Handle drop
- Adjustable handle drop of 26 cm; shoulder or hand carry only.
- Movement
- Braided handle and fringe give a boho-chic look and let the bag go from hobo to baguette.
- Grip
- Braided handle's woven texture provides a comfortable, secure grip.
- Size and storage
- 11x13x4.25-inch size with a single interior zip pocket, fitting daily necessities.
- Care
- Untreated suede and vegetable-tanned leather develop patina; protective spray recommended.
- Strap
- Hand-braided calf leather strap provides ergonomic grip and textured feel.
- Drape
- Calf velvet suede body has a relaxed, unstructured drape that retains shape.
- Fringe styling
- Fringes sway broadly in hobo mode; stack when carried as baguette.
Product record
- Title
- Jess Cognac Fringed Suede Hobo Bag
- Brand
- Vanessa Bruno
- Price
- 695 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Suede hobo-style bag with a single braided top handle, long fringe along the bottom and sides, gold-tone hardware, and a small gold-stamped brand name on the front center.
- Body shapeSoft, unstructured hobo silhouette with a slightly rounded base and a scooped open top edge.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.12 · w 0.64 · h 0.66 (high) - Material and surfaceNapped suede surface with a matte finish and visible soft nap variations across the front panel.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.18 · w 0.56 · h 0.48 (high) - Fringe detailLong narrow suede fringe strips attached along the bottom edge and extending up both sides; fringe strands hang straight and are closely spaced.
3 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.66 · w 0.64 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.06 · y 0.26 · w 0.18 · h 0.56 (high); x 0.76 · y 0.26 · w 0.18 · h 0.56 (high) - Handle constructionShort single top handle formed by a braided strip combining two tones of leather, attached to the bag with strap loops.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.02 · w 0.44 · h 0.18 (high) - HardwareGold-tone metal buckles and rectangular rings attaching the handle to the bag at each upper corner.
2 regions
x 0.24 · y 0.12 · w 0.08 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.12 · w 0.08 · h 0.10 (high) - Front markingSmall gold-stamped brand text centered on the front lower panel.
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.48 · w 0.06 · h 0.03 (high) - Brand text“VANESSA BRUNO”
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.48 · w 0.06 · h 0.03 (high)
Other
Product shot on a uniform light gray background with a subtle centered drop shadow; image is front-facing and vertically centered.
- Background and shadowUniform light gray background with a soft oval shadow directly beneath the bag indicating studio lighting.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.88 · w 0.44 · h 0.08 (high) - Shot compositionFront-on product photograph centered in frame showing full bag and all fringe, minimal cropping.
- LightingEven diffuse studio lighting with soft highlights on suede nap and minimal harsh shadows.
Colors
cognac brown· main body (suede)#7A3D23cognac brown (fringe)· fringe#532413dark brown· handle (braided)gold· hardware- Body shapeSoft, unstructured hobo silhouette with a slightly rounded base and a scooped open top edge.
- 02

Product
A cognac-toned suede hobo bag shown from a three-quarter side view with long suede fringe along the outer side, a braided leather shoulder strap with adjustable buckles, and an open top with visible leather trim and stitching.
- Main body materialLarge single-panel soft suede body with a smooth, slightly nappered surface and a relaxed, slouchy shape.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.18 · w 0.66 · h 0.72 (high) - Side fringeMultiple narrow suede fringe strips attached along the bag's outer side, extending past the base and lying fanned on the surface below.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.36 · w 0.34 · h 0.56 (high) - Shoulder strap constructionBraided leather shoulder strap transitioning to a flat stitched strap near the bag attachment point.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.00 · w 0.28 · h 0.26 (high) - Adjustable bucklesTwo gold-toned rectangular metal buckles on the strap used for adjustment, mounted on flat leather strap sections with visible edge stitching.
2 regions
x 0.39 · y 0.03 · w 0.08 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.57 · y 0.03 · w 0.08 · h 0.10 (high) - Open top and trimOpen top mouth with a visible leather-trimmed rim and contrast stitching along the rim where strap attaches.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.09 · w 0.20 · h 0.16 (high) - Base contact shadowSlightly flattened base with a darker shadow under the bag indicating contact with the surface, showing the bag rests on a flat surface.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.80 · w 0.62 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Studio product photograph with neutral light gray background, even diffuse lighting and soft shadow; image cropped to show upper body and fringe detail.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter side view framed to include the outer side fringe and most of the bag body; top of strap enters from the top edge.
- Background and lightingUniform light gray background with soft, diffuse studio lighting producing mild highlights on the suede and soft shadow beneath the bag.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution, well-focused product image with visible surface texture and stitching details.
Colors
cognac brown· suede body#7B3D23cognac brown (fringe)· suede fringe#72351Cdark brown· braided strap and flat strap sectionswarm gold· metal hardware- Main body materialLarge single-panel soft suede body with a smooth, slightly nappered surface and a relaxed, slouchy shape.
- 03

Product
Close-up of the bag interior and upper body showing cognac suede exterior, interior zip pocket with metal zipper, leather trim around the opening, magnetic snap, strap hardware, and partial fringe at the side.
- Suede exterior bodyTonal cognac-brown suede forming the bag's outer surface with a soft nap visible in the photographed area.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.28 · w 0.90 · h 0.64 (high) - Interior zip pocketInterior horizontal zip pocket visible on the back wall of the bag with a gold-tone metal zipper and a rectangular metal zipper pull.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.42 · w 0.34 · h 0.12 (high) - Zipper text on pull“Small vertical text visible on the zipper pull, partially legible.”Partial
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.43 · w 0.03 · h 0.06 (medium) - Leather trim at openingNarrow darker brown leather trim runs along the bag opening edge with visible topstitching.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.22 · w 0.68 · h 0.12 (high) - Magnetic snap patchCircular suede patch on the interior back wall marking the location of a magnetic snap closure.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.31 · w 0.10 · h 0.08 (high) - Brand label on interiorRectangular stitched leather label on the interior back wall with legible capitalized brand text.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.45 · w 0.20 · h 0.07 (medium) - Interior label text“VANESSA BRUNO”
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.46 · w 0.16 · h 0.05 (medium) - Interior label secondary text“MADE IN ITALY”Partial
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.50 · w 0.16 · h 0.04 (medium) - Strap hardwareGold-tone metal hardware connecting the strap to the bag, including a D-ring and rectangular buckle component.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.02 · w 0.24 · h 0.28 (high) - Partial fringeThin suede fringe strands visible at the left side edge of the image, matching the bag's suede color and texture.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.56 · w 0.10 · h 0.30 (medium) - Interior lining fabricInterior appears lined in a darker brown woven fabric beneath the zip pocket area.
1 region
x 0.52 · y 0.48 · w 0.30 · h 0.20 (high)
Other
Studio product shot, cropped close-up framing the bag's upper body and interior against a uniform light gray background with soft even lighting.
- Shot compositionClose-up angled top-down view focused on the bag opening and interior pocket; edges of the bag and strap are cropped by the image frame.
- BackgroundUniform light gray background with no visible props or textures.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.22 (high) - Lighting and shadowsSoft diffuse lighting with mild shadows inside the bag opening highlighting suede texture and interior depth.
Colors
cognac brown suede· suede exterior body#7B3D23dark brown leather· leather trim at opening#33231Cwarm brass· metal hardwaredeep brown lining· interior lining fabric#4C2B22- Suede exterior bodyTonal cognac-brown suede forming the bag's outer surface with a soft nap visible in the photographed area.