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This vintage Céline Ava Strap Bag in brown leather with gold-tone hardware offers an effortlessly refined look. In very good condition, it features a single flat shoulder strap, tonal suede lining and a zip closure. Ideal for day-to-evening wear, it pairs beautifully with both relaxed tailoring and elevated weekend looks.
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• Brown leather
• Gold-tone hardware
• Single flat shoulder strap
• Tonal suede lining
• Zip closure
• Vintage
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Q: What fits inside the Céline Ava Strap Bag? A: With measurements of approximately 27 x 13 x 7 cm, this bag is best suited to daily essentials such as a mobile phone, cardholder or slim wallet, keys, lipstick and sunglasses. Because of the curved silhouette, bulkier items like a water bottle, tablet or large purse will be a tight fit.
Q: Can this bag be worn crossbody? A: This piece is designed primarily as a shoulder bag. The strap drop is approximately 26 cm, so for most people it will sit comfortably on the shoulder rather than wear as a true crossbody style.
Please note that the majority of our items are vintage and therefore have tales to tell unless stated otherwise. Therefore, please look at pictures, descriptions and measurements provided as they give you the best idea of the story this item has to tell.
* Please note that when you buy a vintage product, the dimensions may vary slightly from a new one depending on previous care and storage.
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SHIPPING
All orders are insured and trackable. Once your shipment has been issued, a link to our Track & Trace service will be provided where you can track your shipment and check delivery status online.
A Retro Tale is registered for UK VAT. All prices on the website include shipping, customs, and VAT for deliveries to the UK.
These charges are typically collected by the shipping carrier at the time of delivery and are not included in the product price.
We offer secure shipping via DHL and UPS with the following delivery time:
Outside Europe: 3-6 business days.
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Q: What fits inside the Céline Ava Strap Bag? A: With measurements of approximately 27 x 13 x 7 cm, this bag is best suited to daily essentials such as a mobile phone, cardholder or slim wallet, keys, lipstick and sunglasses. Because of the curved silhouette, bulkier items like a water bottle, tablet or large purse will be a tight fit.
Q: Can this bag be worn crossbody? A: This piece is designed primarily as a shoulder bag. The strap drop is approximately 26 cm, so for most people it will sit comfortably on the shoulder rather than wear as a true crossbody style.
Q: Is this the classic Ava Strap Bag or the Ava Triomphe version? A: This listing is for the classic Ava Strap Bag in smooth calfskin. It has the clean crescent shape and zip-top closure, rather than the newer Ava Triomphe style with a front flap and Triomphe plaque.
Q: Is the Ava secure enough for everyday use? A: Yes. This style features a zip closure, which helps keep your essentials more secure than an open-top shoulder bag while still being easy to access during the day.
Q: Is smooth calfskin easy to scratch? A: Smooth calfskin gives the Ava its sleek and refined look, but it can show surface marks more readily than grained leather. This example is listed in very good condition with light traces of use, and the hardware is shiny with light scratches.
Q: How should I care for this bag? A: Store it in a breathable fabric dust bag, keep it away from moisture, direct heat and rough surfaces, and wipe it gently with a soft dry cloth after use. It is also best not to overfill crescent-shaped bags, as they keep their shape best when carried lightly.
Q: Is the Ava a practical everyday bag or more of an occasion style? A: The Ava is often chosen as a day-to-evening shoulder bag. It is practical for essentials and easy to dress up or down, but it suits lighter packers better than those who need to carry many bulky items.
Q: What condition is this particular bag in? A: According to this listing, the exterior and interior are both in very good condition with light traces of use. The hardware remains shiny with light scratches.
Q: Does this bag come with any extra items? A: No extra items are listed with this piece. If anything is included, it will be shown in the product information on the page.
Q: What do buyers usually check when authenticating an Ava bag? A: Common checkpoints include the overall half-moon shape, even stitching, clean logo details, quality of the hardware, zip construction, and the finish of the strap and lining. These details are especially important when assessing vintage and second-hand luxury pieces.
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A Retro Tale offers 14 days return policy upon receipt of your order.
In order to request a return, please email [email protected] with your order number and state ”return request” in your email. From there, our Customer Support will confirm that your return request has been approved and further instructions will be provided by email.
Please note that the return shipping fee is covered by the returnee and all return shippings to A Retro Tale must be traceable. Thus, please retain your receipt of shipping and tracking number until your return has been completed and you have received your refund.
Please allow up to 10 business days for your return to be completed from the return shipping date as shipping time might vary depending on shipping country and shipping provider.
This vintage Céline Ava Strap Bag in brown leather with gold-tone hardware offers an effortlessly refined look. In very good condition, it features a single flat shoulder strap, tonal suede lining and a zip closure. Ideal for day-to-evening wear, it pairs beautifully with both relaxed tailoring and elevated weekend looks.
Please note that the majority of our items are vintage and therefore have tales to tell unless stated otherwise. Therefore, please look at pictures, descriptions and measurements provided as they give you the best idea of the story this item has to tell.
* Please note that when you buy a vintage product, the dimensions may vary slightly from a new one depending on previous care and storage.
Q: What fits inside the Céline Ava Strap Bag? A: With measurements of approximately 27 x 13 x 7 cm, this bag is best suited to daily essentials such as a mobile phone, cardholder or slim wallet, keys, lipstick and sunglasses. Because of the curved silhouette, bulkier items like a water bottle, tablet or large purse will be a tight fit.
Q: Can this bag be worn crossbody? A: This piece is designed primarily as a shoulder bag. The strap drop is approximately 26 cm, so for most people it will sit comfortably on the shoulder rather than wear as a true crossbody style.
Q: Is this the classic Ava Strap Bag or the Ava Triomphe version? A: This listing is for the classic Ava Strap Bag in smooth calfskin. It has the clean crescent shape and zip-top closure, rather than the newer Ava Triomphe style with a front flap and Triomphe plaque.
Q: Is the Ava secure enough for everyday use? A: Yes. This style features a zip closure, which helps keep your essentials more secure than an open-top shoulder bag while still being easy to access during the day.
Q: Is smooth calfskin easy to scratch? A: Smooth calfskin gives the Ava its sleek and refined look, but it can show surface marks more readily than grained leather. This example is listed in very good condition with light traces of use, and the hardware is shiny with light scratches.
Q: How should I care for this bag? A: Store it in a breathable fabric dust bag, keep it away from moisture, direct heat and rough surfaces, and wipe it gently with a soft dry cloth after use. It is also best not to overfill crescent-shaped bags, as they keep their shape best when carried lightly.
Q: Is the Ava a practical everyday bag or more of an occasion style? A: The Ava is often chosen as a day-to-evening shoulder bag. It is practical for essentials and easy to dress up or down, but it suits lighter packers better than those who need to carry many bulky items.
Q: What condition is this particular bag in? A: According to this listing, the exterior and interior are both in very good condition with light traces of use. The hardware remains shiny with light scratches.
Q: Does this bag come with any extra items? A: No extra items are listed with this piece. If anything is included, it will be shown in the product information on the page.
Q: What do buyers usually check when authenticating an Ava bag? A: Common checkpoints include the overall half-moon shape, even stitching, clean logo details, quality of the hardware, zip construction, and the finish of the strap and lining. These details are especially important when assessing vintage and second-hand luxury pieces.
SHIPPING
All orders are insured and trackable. Once your shipment has been issued, a link to our Track & Trace service will be provided where you can track your shipment and check delivery status online.
A Retro Tale is registered for UK VAT. All prices on the website include shipping, customs, and VAT for deliveries to the UK.
These charges are typically collected by the shipping carrier at the time of delivery and are not included in the product price.
We offer secure shipping via DHL and UPS with the following delivery time:
Outside Europe: 3-6 business days.
AUTHENTICITY GUARANTEED
A Retro Tale specialises in vintage and pre-owned goods from the world's most loved fashion houses. We guarantee that all of our products are 100 percent authentic. Every item sold on our site undergoes a rigorous authentication process, in which our experts delve deep into the heritage of a brand via its craftsmanship techniques. This requires a rigorous and methodical process.
For us, authentication is about more than expertise; it offers a fascinating insight into the history of fashion and the craftsmanship involved in production.
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RETURNS
A Retro Tale offers 14 days return policy upon receipt of your order.
In order to request a return, please email [email protected] with your order number and state ”return request” in your email. From there, our Customer Support will confirm that your return request has been approved and further instructions will be provided by email.
Please note that the return shipping fee is covered by the returnee and all return shippings to A Retro Tale must be traceable. Thus, please retain your receipt of shipping and tracking number until your return has been completed and you have received your refund.
Please allow up to 10 business days for your return to be completed from the return shipping date as shipping time might vary depending on shipping country and shipping provider.
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• Brown leather
• Gold-tone hardware
• Single flat shoulder strap
• Tonal suede lining
• Zip closure
• Vintage
