Christian Dior Rasta Boston Bag

Q: What is the Dior Rasta Boston Bag and when was it released?
A: The Rasta Boston is an archival Dior handbag from the John Galliano era, part of the early–mid 2000s Rasta capsule noted for its brown Diorissimo/Oblique canvas with red, yellow and green accents. It features dual rolled red leather handles, silver-tone hardware and a top zip closure.

Q: What typically fits inside this bag?
A: With approximate measurements of 27.5 × 17 × 13 cm, it comfortably holds daily essentials such as a long wallet, phone, keys, sunglasses in a soft case and a small cosmetics pouch. Capacity varies by how you pack—please refer to the Measurements on this page for exact dimensions.

Q: Does it come with a shoulder strap?
A: This example is the classic handheld Boston design carried by its dual rolled leather handles. It does not include a shoulder strap or strap fittings unless specifically stated in the product information.

Q: What materials is it made from?
A: It is crafted in Dior’s Diorissimo/Oblique coated canvas with multicoloured leather and canvas trim, red leather handles, silver-tone hardware and a fabric lining with one main compartment and a top zip.

Q: How should I care for the coated canvas and leather trim?
A: Wipe coated canvas with a soft, slightly damp cloth and dry immediately. Avoid harsh chemicals, alcohol-based cleaners and abrasive scrubbing. Keep away from dark, heavily dyed textiles to minimise colour transfer. For leather trim, use a dry soft cloth; if conditioning is desired, spot test a neutral leather conditioner first or consult a professional. Store stuffed in a breathable dust bag away from heat and direct sunlight.

Q: Is colour transfer a risk with this style?
A: As with most coated canvas and smooth leathers, prolonged friction against dark denim or other highly pigmented materials can cause colour transfer. Carry with care and avoid extended rubbing against such fabrics.

Q: Where is it made?
A: This model was produced in Italy, as indicated on the interior brand stamp for this item.

Q: How do Dior date codes work and where would it be on this bag?
A: Dior bags from this era typically have a serial/date code on the reverse of the leather logo tag inside the bag (letters indicate factory; numbers relate to production). Formats vary by year, but codes from the mid‑2000s often appear as groups of numbers and letters separated by dashes. The presence, style and placement of the code are considered alongside materials, stitching and hardware during authentication.

Q: Is the Rasta line considered collectible?
A: Yes—Rasta pieces are sought-after archival designs from the Galliano period and are popular with vintage collectors, which helps explain their continued resale demand.

Q: What is included with this item?
A: Everything included is listed under the product information section. If an item such as a dust bag or charm is not listed there, it is not included—feel free to contact us for clarification.

Q: How does A Retro Tale authenticate this bag?
A: Every item is vetted by our in‑house experts using multi‑point checks of materials, stitching, hardware, stamps and date codes. We stand behind the authenticity of all items we sell and can provide further details on request.