That pebbled grain
The pebble-grain cowhide has a lovely fine texture under the fingers, soft but never floppy. It holds its rounded shape on my arm and the Cuoio is a warm, biscuity tan that only deepens as I carry it.



A soft, rounded two-handle handbag in fine pebble-grain cowhide, with a centre turn-lock, twin rolled handles and a long detachable shoulder strap.
Free express delivery worldwide · import duties included
The Lanuvina is a mini soft two-handle leather handbag from the Iulia collection — a dress conceived in Rome for daytime, garden parties and the warmer months. The soft two-handle leather handbag is cut from fluid satin with a quiet, candle-lit sheen, fully lined so it reads opaque in daylight and flash alike.
Like every Hugo Caesar Tassi piece, the Lanuvina is finished by hand: a concealed closure, real linings, and seams sewn to last. It is offered in 1 colors from the imperial palette — Cuoio — and built to be worn for years, not a single season.
| Silhouette | Soft rounded doctor's-bag shape, twin rolled top handles, top zip, centre turn-lock, detachable shoulder strap |
| Fabric | Fine pebble-grain (litchi-grain) cowhide, protective metal base feet |
| Length | Approx. 26 cm wide x 18 cm high x 16 cm deep, 13 cm handle drop |
| Occasion | Day, lunches, errands, city to country |
| Care | Wipe the grain with a soft dry cloth; avoid prolonged damp; store stuffed and upright in the dust bag away from direct heat |
One size, scaled for the day — it carries a phone, a wallet, a small pouch and sunglasses with room to spare in its soft, roomy body.
Measures approximately 26 cm wide by 18 cm high by 16 cm deep, with a 13 cm handle drop; weighs about 1 kg.
Hand-carried by the twin rolled top handles or worn on the long adjustable detachable shoulder strap; model is 175 cm.
Complimentary express shipping worldwide; dispatched within 1–6 business days, import duties included. Most orders arrive in 3–6 business days.
30-day returns on unworn items with tags attached. Each piece arrives in a porphyry box with the HCT seal.
For daytime, pair the Lanuvina in Cuoio with fine-gold jewelry and a barely-there heel. Add the Faustina silk scarf at the neck or wrist to complete the look.
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Lanuvina™Cuoio · Size One Size
The Lanuvina basket tote styled with the Plautina cotton maxi — the complete resort look, every piece shoppable.
The BagLanuvinaCuoio$490
The DressPlautinaAvorio$215M · US 6 · EU 36 · Bust 88 · Waist 70 · Hips 95 cm
The dress is added in size M; adjust sizes any time on each product page.
Hugo Caesar Tassi shaped Lanuvina for the Iulia collection — a rounded two-handle bag that slouches gently and holds far more than it looks.
The body is built in fine pebble-grain cowhide, soft enough to ease against the arm yet panelled to keep a full, rounded shape. Twin rolled handles stand high for an easy hand-carry; a single zip runs the length of the opening, and two short leather tabs descend from the handles to meet at a small polished turn-lock at the centre front.
A long, thin adjustable strap clips on when both hands are needed, turning the bag into an easy shoulder or crossbody carry. Protective metal feet keep the base off the table. It is quiet and useful — old-money in the plainest, most considered way.
A supple first-layer cowhide chosen for its grain and structure, offered in two natural leather tones with polished silver hardware.
The fine litchi grain gives the leather its soft, even texture and a quiet glow in golden light, while the panelled construction holds the rounded line through a full day. The turn-lock closes with a single satisfying twist.
Cuoio is the warm saddle-brown hero, ready for town and country alike. Travertine answers in a soft warm stone-grey for a cooler, quieter palette — two distinct natural tones, one supple silhouette.
What she said after wearing it
The pebble-grain cowhide has a lovely fine texture under the fingers, soft but never floppy. It holds its rounded shape on my arm and the Cuoio is a warm, biscuity tan that only deepens as I carry it.
It's the centre turn-lock that sold me. A satisfying little clunk every time it closes, and the metal has a proper weight to it rather than that hollow plated feel you get on cheaper bags.
Rolled handles sit so comfortably in the crook of my elbow. No digging, no creasing of my sleeve. For a leather bag this size it's surprisingly light to wear all day.
Love that the long strap detaches. Handles over the arm for lunch, then I clip the strap on and go crossbody for the school run. One bag doing the work of two.
The bag itself is faultless, lovely pebbled cowhide and that reassuring turn-lock. Worn crossbody the strap sits a little low on my short frame, so I've simply added a hole to bring it up and now it's spot on. Purely a me thing.
Entirely my own fault, I fat-fingered the house number at checkout and the parcel set off to the wrong street entirely. A quick email and the team chased the courier, got it rerouted, and the bag turned up safe. The Lanuvina is gorgeous, soft pebbled tan and a lovely solid lock, so the wobble was all on me, not them.
In actual sunlight the Cuoio reads like warm honey, much richer than I expected from the photos. Pairs with everything from navy to cream and looks expensive against a camel coat.
Clever construction here. The body slouches just enough to feel soft and lived-in, yet the rounded silhouette never collapses. Stands up on its own on the cafe floor.
Meant as a surprise for my daughter, and in my excitement I hadn't clocked how compact it is, she'd hoped for something she could fit a laptop in. The exchange to a roomier style meant posting it back and waiting, which was a faff of my own making. No complaint about the bag at all, the cowhide and finishing are beautiful.
Where I lost the stars is the journey, not the handbag. It was held up in inspection for what felt like an eternity, well over a fortnight of refreshing the tracking with nothing moving. Duties were already settled so there was nothing for me to pay, only the long wait. When it finally arrived the Lanuvina was every bit as soft and beautifully made as I'd hoped.
At my age I wanted something quietly elegant for daily use, not a logo splashed across it. This is it. Discreet, beautifully made, and it goes with my whole wardrobe without trying.
Don't be fooled by the neat shape, the body opens up generously. Purse, sunglasses case, a paperback and a small water bottle all tuck in with room to spare.
Bought it for my mother's birthday and she went quiet in the best way when she lifted the lid. The tan suits her colouring and she's been carrying it every day since.
I always check the edge-paint and stitching on a leather bag and this passes. Clean rolled handles, even saddle stitching, no glue smell, nothing rushed. Proper finishing throughout.
Took it to Lisbon as my only handbag. Crammed it under the seat, hauled it round cobbled streets, and it came home looking handsomer for the wear. Leather that ages with you.
There's nothing shouty about it, which is exactly why I keep reaching for it. The kind of understated piece that people who know, notice.
Styled it for my little fashion account and the pebbled texture catches light so prettily. The rounded handles frame beautifully and the tan glows on camera.
Inside is just as considered as out. The lining feels hard-wearing, there's a tidy interior pocket for my phone, and everything stays put rather than swimming about.
I've paid more than this for bags from the big houses that felt half as sturdy. For full cowhide, real hardware and this finish, the price feels fair and then some.
Having loved a scarf from here last year, I trusted the atelier enough to spend properly this time. No regrets. The quality runs right through everything they make.
Those twin rolled handles are the detail I keep admiring. Solidly attached, beautifully even, and they've held their shape with daily hauling. Built to outlast trends.
Opening the box was a genuine little ceremony. Everything snug and protected, the dust bag soft, the bag cradled inside. Felt looked-after before I'd even worn it.
Carries my work day perfectly then comes out for dinner without a second thought. The turn-lock and clean lines keep it smart enough for evening, roomy enough for the desk.
Cuoio is the real star. A deep saddle tan with warmth to it, not orange, not flat brown. Against a black trouser suit it lifts the whole look effortlessly.
Answered by the Hugo Caesar Tassi atelier
It's fully lined and completely opaque — no slip required. Only the lightest details are very slightly sheer, by design.
True to size through the waist and skirt. The bodice is tailored, so size up if you're fuller in the bust. See the size guide for exact measurements.
Very much so — it was designed for daytime, garden parties and the warmer months. Cuoio and the deeper tones read beautifully after dark; the lighter colors suit daytime.
Pieces that share the Cuoio palette and the house line