Vanessa Bruno
Jess Large Suede Hobo Bag
The Vanessa Bruno Jess Large Suede Hobo Bag is a soft-sided women's shoulder bag made in Italy from genuine suede with a cotton lining, a braided leather grab or shoulder handle, and a magnetic closure. It measures 39 cm high, 34 cm wide, and 12 cm deep, and includes a small interior zip pocket, gold-tone hardware, an adjustable side strap, and a signature storage bag. It is intended for everyday carry of personal essentials in a single unstructured compartment, and is presented in a mauve-toned brown suede finish with a small gold Vanessa Bruno wordmark on the front.
- Color
- Mauve-Toned Brown
- Material
- Genuine suede; cotton lining; braided leather handle
- Gender
- female
- Style
- boho-chic, bohemian, casual, classic, parisian
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Handbags, Wallets & Cases > Handbags
Specifications
Large mauve-toned brown suede hobo bag with a braided leather handle and bohemian-chic Parisian appeal.
Genuine suede, braided leather handle, magnetic closure, cotton lining, interior zip pocket, included signature storage bag, made in Italy.
- Color
- Mauve-Toned Brown · brown
- Material
- Genuine suede; cotton lining; braided leather handle
- Secondary
- leather, cotton
- Style
- boho-chic, bohemian, casual, classic, parisian
- Occasion
- everyday, casual
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 34 x 12 x 39 cm
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Handbags, Wallets & Cases > Handbags
Additional Attributes
- large hobo silhouette
- luxurious genuine suede construction
- mauve-toned brown finish
- braided leather grab handle
- grab or shoulder carry handle
- cotton lining
- magnetic closure
- small interior zip pocket
- signature Vanessa Bruno storage bag included
- made in Italy
- dimensions: 39 cm height x 34 cm width x 12 cm depth
- bohemian-chic Parisian design
Product Insights
Main body is 100% Italian suede with calf velvet leather; trim is 100% calf leather; lining is 100% cotton. Large hobo dimensions: 39 cm high, 34 cm wide and 12 cm deep; sized for daily essentials including a notebook, water bottle and small laptop. The braided handle has a 26 cm drop, is adjustable, and fits over a thick winter coat while still allowing shoulder or under-arm carry. The suede is not pre-treated; waterproof it with a quality spray before first use and reapply protection periodically. Suede is the more delicate napped leather - more absorbent, and it wears and bruises faster than nubuck; the braided handle is likely to show wear first under heavy use. At 650 CAD, the value is in the Italian suede, hand-braided handle, custom hardware and included storage bag, but the price also buys a high-maintenance material.
Verified claims
- color
- One colour and one size: Chocolate/Espresso, a deep warm brown; the 'mauve-toned brown' description is a lighting-dependent reading, not a separate variant.
- dimensions
- Large hobo dimensions: 39 cm high, 34 cm wide and 12 cm deep; sized for daily essentials including a notebook, water bottle and small laptop.
- fit
- The braided handle has a 26 cm drop, is adjustable, and fits over a thick winter coat while still allowing shoulder or under-arm carry.
- weight
- Around 0.95 kg empty, which is light for a full leather shoulder bag of this size.
- structure
- Deliberately unstructured and slouchy; it will not stand upright on its own when set down, especially when partly full.
- material
- Main body is 100% Italian suede with calf velvet leather; trim is 100% calf leather; lining is 100% cotton.
- appearance
- The suede has a directional nap, so its shade shifts lighter or darker depending on how it is brushed; this is normal, not a defect.
- hardware
- Gold-tone rings, sliders, buckle and zipper hardware, with a small gold Vanessa Bruno wordmark and a hand-braided leather handle.
- construction
- Made in Italy from Italian suede and smooth vegetable-tanned leather, with custom buckles and a signature hand-braided strap.
- closure
- Listed as a magnetic closure by Simons and as zip fastening by Vanessa Bruno; likely a hidden magnet alongside a zip, and the zip is what keeps a full bag shut.
- organization
- One main compartment plus a single small zip pocket; no slip pockets, key leash or divider.
- care
- The suede is not pre-treated; waterproof it with a quality spray before first use and reapply protection periodically.
- care
- Water can clump the nap and leave darker patches; blot spills immediately, air dry naturally away from heat, then brush the nap back up.
- care
- Clean with a crepe or soft suede brush and a suede eraser for spots; do not machine wash, tumble dry, iron, bleach or dry clean.
- care
- Dark suede can transfer onto light-coloured clothing through rubbing, so avoid white and cream fabrics.
- care
- Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, in the included signature storage bag or a breathable cover; stuff soft shapes with tissue.
- durability
- Suede is the more delicate napped leather - more absorbent, and it wears and bruises faster than nubuck; the braided handle is likely to show wear first under heavy use.
- style
- Bohemian-chic Parisian hobo styling; the brand pictures it with jeans and a shirt or over an oversized coat.
- value
- At 650 CAD, the value is in the Italian suede, hand-braided handle, custom hardware and included storage bag, but the price also buys a high-maintenance material.
- construction
- Hand-braided adjustable strap with tight, consistent braiding; braid quality affects stretch resistance and structural integrity.
Product record
- Title
- Jess Large Suede Hobo Bag
- Brand
- Vanessa Bruno
- Price
- 650 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 13 sourcesUses
Everyday shoulder or hand carry
This large suede hobo is made to be carried on the shoulder or worn under the arm, with a braided leather handle and a handle height of 26 centimeters. Its roomy everyday capacity is described as fitting a notebook, water bottle, or small laptop. The shoulder strap combines braided and smooth leather sections for the brand's boho-chic look.[1,2,3]
An everyday shoulder bag for daily carry
This large suede hobo is designed to be worn on the shoulder or under the arm and, per the brand, to hold everyday items like a notebook, water bottle, or small laptop. At roughly 15.25 inches tall and 13.5 inches wide with a 4.75-inch depth, it's sized for daily outings. The brand pictures it styled casually, with jeans and a shirt or over an oversized coat.[1,2,4]
Keeping small essentials secure inside a roomy hobo
The Jess Large Suede Hobo Bag's small interior zip pocket gives keys, cards, or other small items a secure spot inside the large open compartment, while the magnetic closure keeps the top shut as you carry it. The zip pocket has a leather-trimmed opening with a gold-finished zipper and pull, set against a dark cotton lining.[1,5]
Keeping the suede Jess hobo bag looking its best
The Jess large hobo bag is made of 100% Italian suede calf velvet leather, and the brand recommends spraying it with a quality waterproofing product before first use. For everyday care, the brand suggests blotting spills gently with a dry, non-fluffy, light-coloured absorbent cloth and cleaning the surface with a crepe brush. It should not be machine washed, tumble dried, ironed, bleached, or professionally dry cleaned.[1,2]
Elevating daily outfits and occasions
Designed to naturally fit into daily life, this bag can elevate everyday looks. It is suitable for casual settings, such as being worn with jeans and a shirt or styled over an oversized coat. Its two shapes allow you to make the bag your own for any occasion.[4]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Jess Large Suede Hobo Bag: Choose this if you want a large, everyday shoulder bag with a soft, bohemian feel: this slouchy Italian suede hobo in a mauve-toned brown (Chocolate/Espresso) has long leather fringes, a hand-braided adjustable strap, gold-tone hardware, and magnetic and zip closures, with room the brand describes as fitting a notebook, water bottle, or small laptop. It is entirely made in Italy with 100% cotton lining, an interior zip pocket, and a signature storage bag included. Note that suede needs gentle care: the brand recommends waterproofing before first use, blotting spills with a dry cloth, and crepe-brush cleaning, and forbids machine washing, dry cleaning, and heat.[1,2,3,4,5,6] | Jess Cognac Fringed Suede Hobo Bag: Choose this if you want a soft, bohemian hobo silhouette (as the brand describes it) with distinctive movement: this cognac suede bag features long decorative fringes along the bottom and sides plus a signature hand-braided strap with adjustable gold-tone buckles. It measures 11 inches tall by 13 inches long by 4.25 inches wide, closes with a magnetic button rather than a zip, and offers light interior organization — a small zip pocket and an inner key ring clasp on a cotton lining. Made entirely in Italy from Italian suede and smooth vegetable-tanned calf leather, it comes with a signature dust bag in one size.[7,8,9] | Supple Caramel Suede Xl Tote Bag: Choose this if you want a large, one-size tote in a warm caramel/hazelnut suede with ivory topstitching—it measures 22 by 12.5 by 6.5 inches and is made of 100 percent cow suede with a polyamide-polyurethane lining. It offers two long shoulder straps, a magnetic snap and ring-and-snap-hook closure, plus interior organization with a zipped pocket, two slit pockets, and a removable key holder. A signature dust bag is included, though the suede surface is soft and matte with visible nap variations rather than a smooth finish.[10,11,12,13] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front-facing soft suede hobo bag with a single braided top handle, narrow glossy side straps with gold metal rings and adjustable sliders, and a small gold wordmark near the bottom center.
- Overall shapeSoft-sided rectangular base with gently sloped upper edges forming a shallow V-shaped opening at center top; bag appears unstructured and slightly slouchy.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.12 · w 0.72 · h 0.78 (high) - Material and finishEvenly napped suede visible on the main body with soft texture and subtle tonal variations from nap direction.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.22 · w 0.60 · h 0.60 (high) - Top handleSingle short braided strap forming the handle, visibly rounded braid profile attached at each upper corner.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.02 · w 0.34 · h 0.18 (high) - Side straps and attachmentsNarrow glossy straps run down each side of the bag and are looped through gold metal rings and held by small gold sliders; straps project slightly below the base line on both sides.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.18 · w 0.10 · h 0.70 (high); x 0.82 · y 0.18 · w 0.10 · h 0.70 (high) - Metal hardwareRounded gold metal rings at handle attachment points and small cylindrical gold sliders on side straps, with a warm metallic finish.
4 regions
x 0.24 · y 0.08 · w 0.06 · h 0.08 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.08 · w 0.06 · h 0.08 (high); x 0.18 · y 0.46 · w 0.04 · h 0.06 (medium); x 0.78 · y 0.46 · w 0.04 · h 0.06 (medium) - Logo textSmall gold wordmark centered near the bottom front of the bag.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.80 · w 0.08 · h 0.04 (high) - Wordmark transcription“VANESSA BRUNO”
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.80 · w 0.08 · h 0.04 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a smooth light gray background with soft shadow beneath the bag; centered composition and even diffuse lighting.
- BackgroundUniform light gray backdrop covering entire frame.
- Shadow and groundingSoft diffuse shadow directly beneath the bag indicating studio lighting and a flat supporting surface.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.86 · w 0.60 · h 0.08 (high) - Shot compositionFrontal, centered shot showing the full front face of the bag including handle and side straps; no props or people visible.
Colors
deep burgundy suede· main bodydark brown leather· braided handledark brown glossy· side strapswarm gold metal· metal hardware- Overall shapeSoft-sided rectangular base with gently sloped upper edges forming a shallow V-shaped opening at center top; bag appears unstructured and slightly slouchy.
- 02
Product
Soft suede hobo bag shown at a three-quarter side angle with a single shoulder strap that combines braided and smooth leather sections and gold-tone hardware. The main body is unstructured with visible suede nap and a slouching crease at the front face.
- Overall shapeTapered hobo silhouette that is wider at the base and narrows toward the open top; soft, unstructured body that slouches inward near the top center.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.10 · w 0.84 · h 0.78 (medium) - Main material and textureNapped suede surface with a visible directional nap and faint sheen variations where the suede is brushed, appearing soft and matte.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.66 · h 0.64 (high) - Visible crease and drapeA shallow inward drape/crease is visible on the front face near the upper center, showing the bag's flexible construction.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.28 · w 0.36 · h 0.20 (high) - Shoulder strap constructionSingle shoulder strap composed of a braided leather section at the top transitioning to a smooth flat leather adjustment strap that runs down the side.
2 regions
x 0.58 · y 0.00 · w 0.36 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.06 · y 0.06 · w 0.14 · h 0.86 (high) - Adjustable strap holes and edge stitchingSmooth leather strap shows a row of adjustment holes and contrast edge stitching along its length.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.12 · w 0.12 · h 0.60 (high) - Metal hardwareGold-tone metal rings and rectangular buckle elements attach the strap to the bag and act as strap keepers.
3 regions
x 0.16 · y 0.02 · w 0.16 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.14 · y 0.40 · w 0.12 · h 0.08 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.02 · w 0.14 · h 0.10 (high) - Base and seamFlat rectangular base with a stitched seam along the side panel meeting the front face; base shows subtle structure keeping the bag upright.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.76 · w 0.80 · h 0.16 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot on a uniform light gray background with soft, even lighting and a faint shadow beneath the bag; image shows a cropped, three-quarter side view of the bag.
- Background and lightingPlain light gray seamless background with diffuse studio lighting and soft shadow cast beneath the bag toward the front-right.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter side angle showing the bag's front and left side, cropped so the top of the braided strap is near the image top edge.
- Image qualitySharp focus on bag details and texture with no visible motion blur or noise.
Colors
deep burgundy suede· suede bodydark brown leather· smooth leather strapantique gold· metal hardware- Overall shapeTapered hobo silhouette that is wider at the base and narrows toward the open top; soft, unstructured body that slouches inward near the top center.
- 03
Product
Close-up interior view of a suede hobo bag showing the suede upper interior flap, a stitched circular magnetic snap outline, a leather-trimmed zip pocket with gold zipper, and a dark fabric main lining. Braided shoulder strap edges are visible at top corners.
- Interior suede flapSoft suede inner flap in a deep burgundy color with visible stitching along the top edge and a stitched circular outline where a magnetic snap is located.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.05 · w 0.88 · h 0.34 (high) - Magnetic snap outlineCircular stitched outline on the suede flap indicating the position of a magnetic snap closure.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.18 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high) - Zip pocket and leather trimHorizontal zip pocket with leather-trimmed opening; stitching along the leather trim is visible and matches the suede stitching color.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.46 · w 0.64 · h 0.16 (high) - Zipper hardwareMetal zipper with gold finish and a rectangular gold zipper pull hanging from the slider.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.47 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high) - Braided shoulder strap (edges)Portions of a braided leather shoulder strap appear at the top-left and top-right corners, showing a woven pattern and darker brown color.
2 regions
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 0.24 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.76 · y 0.00 · w 0.24 · h 0.20 (high) - Main interior liningSmooth dark fabric lining in the main compartment, appearing nearly black or very dark charcoal with a subtle horizontal weave texture.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.60 · w 0.88 · h 0.34 (high) - Brand label text“VANESSA BRUNO”
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.57 · w 0.20 · h 0.06 (high) - Country label text“MADE IN ITALY”
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.62 · w 0.20 · h 0.05 (high)
Other
Studio product shot cropped tightly to the bag interior with a neutral light gray background. Soft, even lighting produces gentle shadows inside the bag and a small highlight on the zipper hardware.
- Shot compositionTight close-up framing focused on the bag interior and zip pocket; top of the bag and strap edges are cropped by the image border.
- BackgroundUniform light gray background visible through the bag opening.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.00 · w 0.64 · h 0.12 (high) - Lighting and shadowEven studio lighting with soft shadows inside the bag and a small specular highlight on the gold zipper hardware.
Colors
deep burgundy· suede flap and exterior visible edgedark charcoal· main interior liningdark brown· leather trim and braided strappolished gold· zipper hardware- Interior suede flapSoft suede inner flap in a deep burgundy color with visible stitching along the top edge and a stitched circular outline where a magnetic snap is located.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Vanessa Bruno
Large Leather Jess Hobo Bag