Italian leather brand Valextra has teamed up with Chinese bamboo weaving artist Qian Lihuai to release a limited-edition version of its Iside handbag, incorporating traditional Chinese bamboo craftsmanship. This special edition series, limited to 20 pieces globally, will launch first in China at Valextra’s Shanghai Hang Lung Plaza boutique. The design combines Valextra’s signature Millepunte leather with handcrafted bamboo, integrating traditional Chinese aesthetics into a modern luxury product. Inspired by the architectural forms of Milan Cathedral and the artist’s hometown of Wuzhen, the bags feature intricate bamboo inlay around the clasp, referencing traditional Chinese joinery techniques.