Vintage Cartier Must de Cartier Textured Leather Crossbody Bag Tan Burgundy

The deep tan textured leather panels are framed by smooth burgundy leather trim and finished with a gold-tone zipper that arcs cleanly across the structured top—an understated composition characteristic of Cartier’s Must de Cartier accessories line. The silhouette is compact yet architectural, designed to sit neatly at the hip, equally at home on any wardrobe.

An adjustable shoulder strap in matching leather allows for crossbody or shoulder carry, with gold-tone hardware lending subtle contrast. The burgundy fabric-lined interior is accessed via the top zip and fitted with a single zip pocket for essentials. The absence of overt logos or monogramming reflects Cartier’s discreet approach to house branding on its leather goods of this period.

This model, likely a Must de Cartier crossbody, draws from a line introduced in the late 1970s as Cartier expanded into refined leather accessories. The use of rich burgundy—long associated with the maison’s jewellery boxes—and precise, minimal hardware situates the piece within the brand’s signature visual language. Made in France, it embodies the quiet confidence of Cartier’s accessories, designed for daily use without ostentation.

Model: Likely Must de Cartier Crossbody Bag
Era: Late 1990s–Early 2000s
Condition: Very Good — light scratching to gold-tone hardware, minimal wear at corners
Material: Textured tan leather with burgundy leather trim, gold-tone hardware
Colour: Tan textured leather exterior with burgundy leather trim, gold-tone zipper and strap hardware, burgundy fabric interior
Dimensions: W 17.5 × H 17 × D 7 cm
Serial: Not visible
Made in: France