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Like other major European luxury fashion houses, Fendi started small. Adele Casagrande was an Italian creative who loved fashion and sold leather and fur accessories from a tiny workshop she opened in Rome in 1918. However, after marrying Edoardo Fendi in 1925, her business model was altered dramatically. Together, the couple changed the boutique’s name to Fendi and moved into a bigger storefront, which quickly became the favorite shop of women all over Italy’s capital city for furs and leathers, such as handbags, coats and accessories.
As time moved on for Adele and Edoardo, the couple began to distribute more responsibility to their five daughters, who assumed management of the company during the 1950s. Fendi’s audience broadened and its profitability has soared over the years, owing to the brand’s fresh perspective on fashion world happenings and innovative sensibility.
The maison also has a distinctive relationship with old-world Italian craftsmanship. The Selleria bags were the work of master saddlers in Rome, and Fendi partnered with lace artisans in southern Italy as well as craftsmen in the east trained in the intrecciato (intertwined) technique (an idea that Adele introduced during the 1940s), which, in Fendi’s case, sees an interwoven leather fabric integrated in the creation of its handbags, countering leather’s traditional rigidity with a bag that is soft, versatile and fitted with an alluring slouchy curve.
It wasn’t until 1965, however, when a young German designer named Karl Lagerfeld took the creative helm that Fendi became a world-renowned fashion house. In fact, Lagerfeld, who produced four to five collections yearly for the brand, is credited with creating Fendi’s instantly recognizable double-F logo (which stands for “Fun Furs”) in “less than five seconds.” Until Lagerfeld started designing for the brand, fur was a material mostly associated with heavy coats that few people actually wore. Lagerfeld reimagined fur in creative ways, using it as an accent on purses, cuffs on dress sleeves and collars on wool coats.
Over the ensuing years, Fendi has broken into the home-goods market with Fendi Casa and has become synonymous with luxury fashion, producing such pieces as the iconic Baguette, which was rendered ever popular on the television series Sex and the City. In fact, an entire episode during the third season was dedicated to the “original It bag,” a slim accessory tapered in a manner that recalls its namesake, designed in 1997 by Adele and Edoardo’s granddaughter Silvia Venturini Fendi, who was named creative director of accessories three years earlier.
Perhaps just as well known as its vintage Baguette handbags and creative use of fur is the brand’s devotion to its Italian roots. In 2013, Fendi donated more than 2 million euros to restore Rome’s Trevi Fountain, and when it was reopened to visitors, Fendi hosted its Autumn/Winter 2017 show on top of the landmark.
Fendi was a family-controlled brand until 1999 and is now owned by LVMH. In late 2020, British fashion designer Kim Jones was named the house’s artistic director for womens wear.
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An integral part of fashion, handbags and purses have been indispensable accessories ever since we began to carry around personal items. Level of craftsmanship, style and shape matters — from coin purses in ancient Greece to early 20th-century opera bags and onward, handbags have evolved considerably over the years to meet our needs and desires, whether or not you happen to be prioritizing functionality over a flashy exterior.
Once, a single “It” handbag ruled each fashion season. No more. Today, lovers of vintage handbags are savvier and have a wider range of shopping options. Nevertheless, classics created by the likes of Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.
“It is not a fashion bag — it is a statement bag,” says Mightychic's Debra Kent of Hermès's widely beloved accessories. “When you carry an iconic Hermès bag — Birkin, Kelly, Constance — no one knows how long you have been into this culture or if you are a newbie. Your status is validated immediately.”
First released in 1997, Fendi's Baguette rose to fame along with Carrie Bradshaw, the Sex and the City character portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker. Recently, the design has seen such a resurgence in popularity that Fendi has reissued it.
They are part of design history, so owning a handbag has meaning. As New York–based fashion historian Sarah C. Byrd says, “You have made the choice to invest in this piece because you understand the value of it in the past and in the future to come.”
From a 1980s Chanel black leather quilted mini buckle bag to the rare Hermès Birkin 30cm Himalayan with diamond hardware to a range of 19th-century bags, find a rich variety of vintage and designer handbags and purses spanning numerous brands on 1stDibs — seasonal “It” designation no longer needed.
- What is Fendi Mania?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Fendimania has two different meanings. As of December 2021, the term primarily refers to a line of women's watches created by the Fendi luxury fashion house. Fendi Mania was a limited-edition collaboration between Fendi and the sportswear brand Fila. Shop a collection of Fendi on 1stDibs.
- What is Fendi Casa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Fendi Casa is the home furnishings arm of the Italian luxury house Fendi. Alberto Vignatelli and Anna Fendi opened the home division in 1988, bringing their shared passion for Italian craftsmanship to collections of furniture and home goods that exemplified the modern style and emphasis on materiality for which both Fendi and its home country were known. On 1stDibs, find a range of Fendi Casa furniture.
- What is Fendi best known for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Fendi is best known for their Baguette handbag. The television show Sex in the City prominently featured the bag, making it a household name. In addition, Fendi's double-F logo and use of fur trim are hallmarks of the design house. On 1stDibs, find a range of Fendi.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Fendi uses a variety of fabric types in their designs. Some common materials include cotton, silk, linen and wool. In addition, the brand frequently features luxury materials like genuine fur and exotic leathers. Shop a large collection of Fendi on 1stDibs.
- Is my Fendi bag real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021There are a few ways to tell if a Fendi bag is real. Authentic Fendi bags will have a style number stamped in metallic foil on an inside pocket or embossed on a leather tab. Starting in the early 2000s, Fendi bags included holograms with serial numbers. For bags with the classic FF print, the two Fs should never touch. Find a variety of Fendi bags on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The Fendi Spy bag came out in 2005. Almost instantly, the bag became popular with celebrities. Hilary Duff, Nicole Richie and Lindsay Lohan are among those photographed with the handbag. On 1stDibs, you can shop a range of Fendi Spy bags.
- What is the Fendi logo?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Fendi has two main logos. The first is a pair of Fs pointing in opposite directions. Karl Lagerfeld created the easily recognizable logo. In some cases, Fendi uses their brand name in Helvetica Bold font as their logo. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Fendi apparel and accessories.
- What makes Fendi unique?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Many features of the brand's designs make Fendi unique. Since the launch of the fashion house, the use of genuine fur has set its apparel and accessories apart from the offerings of other luxury brands. Fendi also frequently takes a playful approach to fashion. Examples include the colorful Crayons accessories lines and the whimsical Monster collection. Shop a large selection of Fendi on 1stDibs.
- What is Fendi Roma Amor?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Fendi Roma Amor is the name of a limited-edition capsule collection the brand released in 2019 in collaboration with graffiti artist Pref. The collection features a sporty theme and neon colors. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Fendi bags, apparel and accessories.
- What is Fendi Crayons?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Fendi Crayons is a line of small accessories inspired by the vibrant colors of colored pencils. The collection includes wallets, clutches, key chains and card holders all fashioned out of genuine leather. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Fendi accessories.
- What is Fendi Monster?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Fendi Monster is a line of accessories that feature playful monster faces and accents like genuine fur and metal studs. The collection includes sneakers, totes, handbags, keychains and wallets. Find a collection of Fendi apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Many things have influenced Fendi's designs over the years. Founder Adele Casagrande drew inspiration from the works of Italian saddle makers. The former creative director found inspiration in everything from fairy tales to his own Siamese cat. Find a variety of Fendi apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
- What does Fendi mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022“Fendi” refers to a luxury Italian fashion house. Its name comes from the married name of founder Adele Casagrande Fendi and is of Italian origin. The headquarters of Fendi are in Rome, Italy. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of Fendi.
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