FENDI midnight blue PEEKABOO ISEEU MEDIUM CROCODILE Bag
By Fendi
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Fendi Peekaboo ISeeU Medium bag in midnight blue matte crocodile leather, showcasing the house’s iconic structured silhouette and luxurious exotic texture.
Fendi Vintage Mama Baguette Circa 1999 Brown Crocodile Shoulder Bag
By Fendi
Located in London, GB
Brand: Fendi Model: Mama Baguette Era: Circa 1999–2003 Material: Brown crocodile leather Colour: Chocolate brown Hardware: Gold-tone FF clasp Carry style: Shoulder bag Closure: Front...
Rare Fendi crocodile skin iconic vintage baguette bag
By Karl Lagerfeld for Fendi, Fendi
Located in NICE, FR
New in Nice.vintage.darling: Rare exceptional iconic Fendi Baguette bag in crocodile skin from the beginning of the 2000’s.
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Fendi Peekaboo Mini Crocodile Crossbody Bag
By Fendi
Located in Dover, DE
CONDITION: A: Excellent condition; carefully kept PACKAGE: Adjustable shoulder strap SIZE: 22/18/7 cm Adjustable shoulder strap min 101 cm - max 133 cm. BRAND: FENDI MODEL: Peekaboo ...
Fendi First Purple Crocodile Bag
By Fendi
Located in Athens, GA
Fendi First Crocodile Bag. Fendi rare exotic bag.
Fendi Crocodile White First Bag
By Fendi
Located in Athens, GA
Fendi Medium size First Bag. Made of exotic natural crocodile leather painted white.
Fendi Matte Cream Crocodile Spy Bag
By Fendi
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic rare matte crocodile Fendi Spy bag. Exquisite in a creamy colour and perfect for year round wear.
Fendi Beige Crocodile leather Peekaboo handle bag
By Fendi
Located in Capri, IT
Fendi Beige Crocodile leather Peekaboo handle bag
Fendi Crocodile Leather Crystal Lizard Baguette Shoulder Bag
By Fendi
Located in London, GB
A rare edition of Fendi's iconic It-bag, the Baguette. Exquisitely crafted from a tan crocodile leather, it features all the signature design elements known to the Fendi Baguette: an...
Fendi Rare Black Crocodile Leather Gold Chain Flap Shoulder Bag
By Fendi
Located in Charlotte, NC
CURATOR'S NOTES Crocodile Gold-tone hardware Chain-link shoulder strap Leather lining Snap closure Shoulder strap 9.5" Measures 11.5" W x 9" H x 1"D
Fendi Bag 3Jours Matte Blue Crocodile Tote Medium New w/Box
By Fendi, Karl Lagerfeld for Fendi
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a Fendi 3Jours Medium Blue Matte Crocodile Bag. A rich and striking electric Blue matte crocodile tote with silver toned hardware.
FENDI Navy Glazed Crocodile Mini Peekaboo Bag GHW
By Fendi
Located in New York, NY
Fendi Navy Glazed Crocodile Mini Peekaboo Bag Features removable adjustable strap Made in: Italy Color: Navy and goldtone Hardware: Goldtone Materials: Crocodile...
Fendi Black Crocodile Gecko Mama Baguette Flap Bag 1231f27
By Fendi
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 83157170012 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 10" Width: 1.5" Height: 6" Handle Drop: 6.5" Fendi bag is featured in black crocodile leather with a go...
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H 8.5 in W 11 in D 3.25 in
FENDI Italian VINTAGE Black CROCODILE Leather HANDBAG Purse TOP HANDLE BAG
By Fendi
Located in Rome, Rome
- Black Crocodile leather - Gold metal hardware - Double top handles - 4 bottom feet - Upper clasp closure - 1 side zip pocket, 1 side pocket with button closure, 1 ...
Fendi Peekaboo Bag Crocodile Regular
By Fendi
Located in NY, NY
Creasing, minor wear and scuffs on exterior and strap, small marks, scuffs and indentations in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag, With Strap Measurements: Handle...
Fendi Peekaboo Bag Crocodile Regular
By Fendi
Located in NY, NY
Creasing, scuffs and wear on exterior, wear on handle, wear and marks in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 5", Height 10", ...
Fendi Peekaboo Bag Crocodile Mini
By Fendi
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 5", Height 7", Width 9", Depth 4.5", Strap Drop 19 - 25.5" Designer: Fendi Model: Peekaboo Bag Crocodile Mini Exterior Material: Cro...
Fendi Peekaboo Bag Crocodile Mini
By Fendi
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 3.5", Height 6.5", Width 9", Depth 4", Strap Drop 19-24.5" Designer: Fendi Model: Peekaboo Bag Crocodile Mini Exterior Material: Cro...
Fendi Peekaboo Bag Crocodile Large
By Fendi
Located in NY, NY
Minor wear and stains in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 5", Height 12", Width 15.5", Depth 6", Strap Drop 13" Designer: ...
Fendi Peekaboo Bag Embroidered Crocodile Mini
By Fendi
Located in NY, NY
Creasing, moderate wear and scuffs on exterior, handle, strap and in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag, With Strap Measurements: Height 7", Width 9", Depth 4.5" ...
Fendi Peekaboo Bag Embroidered Crocodile Mini
By Fendi
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: With Strap Measurements: Height 7", Width 9", Depth 4.5" Designer: Fendi Model: Peekaboo Bag Embroidered Crocodile Mini Exterior Material: Crocodile Exterior Color: Gray...
Fendi Green Gradient Crocodile Peekaboo Bag
By Fendi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Green Gradient Crocodile Peekaboo Bag by Fendi Made in Italy Apple to dark green exotic crocodile leather Gold toned hardware Single handle Dual turn clasp closure Dark green leath...
Fendi Brown Crocodile-Trimmed Magic Bag
By Fendi
Located in Orlando, FL
The Magic Bag features a leather body with embossed crocodile trim, single rolled leather handle, front flap with twist-lock closure, and an interior zip pocket. It carries as AB con...
Fendi Peekaboo Bag Crocodile with Metal Regular
By Fendi
Located in NY, NY
Creasing and light scuffs on exterior and strap, scuffs, small marks and indentations in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag, With Strap Measurements: Height 10", ...
Fendi Turquoise Blue Crocodile Leather Peekaboo Bag
By Fendi
Located in Paris, FR
Fendi 'Peekaboo' bag in turquoise blue crocodile leather.
Fendi Silvana Bag Crocodile and Leather Small
By Fendi
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 4.5", Height 8", Width 10.5", Depth 6" Designer: Fendi Model: Silvana Bag Crocodile and Leather Small Exterior Material: Crocod...
Fendi Chef Flap Bag Crocodile Embossed Canvas Medium
By Fendi
Located in NY, NY
Minor wear in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 7", Height 10", Width 15", Depth 2.5" Designer: Fendi Model: Chef Flap Bag Crocodile Em...
Fendi 3Jours Bag Crocodile Embossed Pony Hair Large
By Fendi
Located in NY, NY
Minor wear in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag, Clochette Measurements: Handle Drop 8", Height 11", Width 14", Depth 5" Designer: Fendi Model: 3Jours Bag Crocod...
Fendi Black Crocodile Leather Vintage Bag, 2000s
By Fendi
Located in Lugo (RA), IT
Elegant Fendi black crocodile leather baguette bag. If features a magnetic button closure, embellished with rhinestone double-logo plaque.
Fendi Multicolor Leather And Crocodile Silvana Top Handle Bag
By Fendi
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This Silvana bag by Fendi has a sophisticated look. Crafted from leather and crocodile, the bag is held by a top handle and equipped with protective metal feet and a flap that opens ...
Fendi Peekaboo Bag Leather with Crocodile Stitched Interior Large
By Fendi
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 5", Height 12", Width 16", Depth 7" Designer: Fendi Model: Peekaboo Bag Leather with Crocodile Stitched Interior Large Exterior ...
Fendi Magic Bag Leather with Crocodile Embossed Detail Small
By Fendi
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 5", Height 7.5", Width 12", Depth 4.5" Designer: Fendi Model: Magic Bag Leather with Crocodile Embossed Detail Small Exterior Ma...
Fendi Magic Bag Leather with Crocodile Embossed Detail Medium
By Fendi
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 7", Height 10", Width 19.5", Depth 6" Designer: Fendi Model: Magic Bag Leather with Crocodile Embossed Detail Medium Exterior Ma...
Fendi Iconic Peekaboo Tie and Dye Rouge Crocodile Bag
By Fendi
Located in Antwerp, BE
The Peekaboo represents the essence of doubleness, one of Fendi’s main values. A classy and efficient timeless icon where artistry overrides showmanship to reveal an intimate soul th...
FENDI Bag in Yellow Foal Leather and Brown Crocodile Leather
By Fendi
Located in Paris, FR
Fendi bag in foal with tongue in brown crocodile leather.
Fendi 2Jours Bag Crocodile Embossed Pony Hair and Leather Petite
By Fendi
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Luggage Tag, Dust Bag, With Strap Measurements: Handle Drop 4", Height 8", Width 10", Depth 5", Strap Drop 19" Designer: Fendi Model: 2Jours Bag Crocodile Embossed Pony ...
Fendi Vintage Flap Bag Velvet with Crocodile Embossed Detail Large
By Fendi
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 7", Height 8.5", Width 14.5", Depth 5" Designer: Fendi Model: Vintage Flap Bag Velvet with Crocodile Embossed Detail Large Exte...
Fendi 3Jours Bag Leather with Crocodile Embossed Calf Hair Petite
By Fendi
Located in NY, NY
Wear and indentations on handles, scratches on hardware, Accessories: Clochette Measurements: Handle Drop 5", Height 10", Width 12", Depth 5" Designer: Fendi Model: 3Jours Bag Leathe...
Fendi 3Jours Bag Leather with Crocodile Embossed Calf Hair Petite
By Fendi
Located in NY, NY
Wear and indentations on handles, scratches on hardware, Accessories: Clochette Measurements: Handle Drop 5", Height 10", Width 12", Depth 5" Designer: Fendi Model: 3Jours Bag Leathe...
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H 7.88 in W 1.97 in L 7.09 in
Fendi Brown Crocodile Leather Crossbody Bag 1980s Golden Insert Monogram Lining
By Fendi
Located in Brindisi, Bt
Fendi vintage shoulder bag 80s. Brown leather crocodile, Fendi front logo, monogram lining.
Fendi Turquoise Crocodile Mini Peekaboo Bag
By Fendi
Located in London, GB
Fendi Turquoise Crocodile Mini Peekaboo Bag - Decorated with the iconic twist lock on both sides - Featuring a soft, tone on tone nappa leather lining - Two compartments separated ...
Hermes LG Vintage Brown Croc Doctor Bag
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermes rare and collectible large doctor’s bag in brown shiny croc, lined in brown leather and caramel velvet, gold tone hardware. Dates back to the 50s , pre date stamp. Handle drop...
$3,550
H 6.3 in D 1.97 in L 11.03 in
Prada 2010s Red Crocodile Leather Bauletto Bag with Gold Hardware
By Prada
Located in London, GB
Red crocodile leather exterior with natural scale texture Gold-tone hardware Double rolled top handles Zip closure at top Leather-lined interior with zip pocket Includes clochette, l...
$664Sale Price|31% Off
Miu Miu Blue Matelasse Nappa Leather Shoulder/Hand Flap Bag
By Miu Miu
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Mui Mui blue matelasse nappa quilted leather flap bag features a slim, adjustable leather crossbody strap. Silver hardware lock closure with keys and a leather tag with a hidden mi...
Fendi Brown Suede Mamma Forever Baguette 106f3
By Fendi
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 2454/26425/89 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 13" Width: 3.5" Height: 10" Shoulder Handle Drop: 8.5" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 8/10 or AB ) S...
Fendi Python Skin Mini Peekaboo Bag
By Fendi
Located in London, GB
Rare Item - Fendi Python Skin Mini Peekaboo Bag White structured handbag crafted from python skin. Detailed with gold hardware, and 'Fendi' logo engravement to the signature turn-l...
FENDI Baguette Large Black Crinkled Patent Leather Shoulder Bag
By Fendi
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
FENDI Baguette Large Black Crinkled Patent Leather Shoulder Bag These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. CONDITION: VERY GOOD Rubbing around corners. Light...
Hermes Jypsiere 28 Matte Crocodile Niloticus Skin Bag
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Rare Item - Hermes Jypsiere 28 Matte Crocodile Niloticus Skin Bag Crossbody bag crafted from matte crocodile Niloticus skin in Ficelle. Designed with branded, palladium hardware an...
Ferragamo Faux Crocodile Shoulder Bag
By Ferragamo
Located in New York, NY
Ferragamo Faux Crocodile Shoulder Bag from the 1990's. Zipper top entry. Embossed croc patterned leather with zip entry. Logo embossed gold metal plated hardware. One interior zip po...
Fendi Early Peekaboo Selleria Made-to-Order Navy Leather Large Bag
By Fendi
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
A rare first-generation Fendi Peekaboo Selleria Made-to-Order, dating from the early phase of the Peekaboo Selleria MTO program, which was introduced in late 2009. Made of navy blue...
Fendi Mamma Baguette Red Lambskin Leather Silver Hardware
By Fendi
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Fendi Mamma Baguette Red Lambskin Leather Silver Hardware These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. This exquisite Fendi Mamma Baguette is expertly crafted ...
Fendi Baguette Wool Sequin Shoulder Bag
By Fendi
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
Multicolored wool Fendi Baguette bag entirely embellished with sequins in shades of gold and red, featuring the iconic FF clasp in gold-tone metal. The bag features a unique wool de...
Fendi Brown & Cream Tooled Leather Top Handle Flap Bag circa 1990s
By Fendi
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This Fendi Brown & Cream Tooled Leather Top Handle Flap Bag from the circa 1990s exemplifies timeless luxury and expert craftsmanship. Crafted from high-quality leather, it featu...
Hermes Kelly Cut Braise Crocodile Clutch Bag Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a limited edition Hermes Kelly Cut bag featured in vivid Braise Niloticus Crocodile. This exquisite lipstick red Hermes clutch is perfect day to evening. Lush with...
TOM FORD for GUCCI F/W 2002 AD Crocodile Brown Wooden Handle Bag Large Size
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Outrageously gorgeous Gucci Crocodile Bag. From none other, than the fabulous Tom Ford. Made of genuine crocodile skin. Fold accents at sides, fold closure at front. Interior has one...
Fendi Brown Zucca Mini Spy Shoulder Bag circa Y2K
By Fendi
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This Fendi Brown Zucca Mini Spy Shoulder Bag circa Y2K is a stylish and iconic accessory that perfectly captures the essence of early 2000s luxury fashion. Crafted with the classic F...
$524
H 8.27 in W 12.21 in D 1.58 in L 21.66 in
An Elegant 1970s Embossed Brown Leather Italian Shoulder Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Capture the essence of refined 1970s Italian glamour with this exquisite vintage shoulder bag, a masterclass in structured elegance and textural depth. Crafted from high-gloss, deep ...
$8,995
H 4.5 in W 9.75 in D 1.75 in
Hermès Egee Clutch Blue Niloticus Crocodile with Palladium Hardware (2013)
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Crafted from highly coveted, glossy Niloticus Crocodile in a striking deep blue hue, this ultra-luxury Hermès Egee clutch exudes modern sophistication. The focal point is its bold, p...
Yves Saint Laurent 1970s Vintage Plaid Wool Midi Skirt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Sparks, NV
Early Yves Saint Laurent! Vintage 1970s plaid wool midi skirt with a velvet hemline. The marked size is 42 and the skirt fits like a size large. Details: Unlined Front Pockets in P...
Oscar de la Renta Black Velvet beaded Gown, Halter Top Bodice 6
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a sexy evening gown from Oscar de la Renta. It is made of black velvet and has a fully beaded bodice. It is a halter style top, that crosses in the back. The skirt is slit up...
Hermes Victoria 35 Red Leather Silver Hardware Gym Bag 2013
By Hermès, Ben Sherman
Located in Guangzhou, CN
These are professional pictures of the actual item offered by Eluse. Condition: Normal signs of use,s, corner wear, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Key,Lock size: Width:35c...
Denim down jacket CHANEL
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Denim down jacket . Main fabric composition: 100% cotton. Lining composition: 25% silk, 75% cotton. Padding composition: 100% polyester. Branded snap closure on the middle front . P...
Prada Galleria Medium Bag
By Prada
Located in London, GB
Orange crocodile leather exterior Gold-tone hardware Double-rolled top handles Detachable and adjustable crocodile leather shoulder strap Zip closure at top Leather-lined interior wi...
$952Sale Price|20% Off
H 3.94 in D 2.95 in L 4.51 in
Vintage Bottega Veneta Mint Satin Egg Minaudière Clutch with Crystal Clasp
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Honolulu, HI
An exceptionally rare vintage 1980s Bottega Veneta evening minaudière clutch bag, exquisitely shaped like a smooth egg in a lustrous pale mint satin. Crafted in Italy, this archival...
Yves Saint Laurent New Suede Gauntlet Gloves
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Geneva, CH
Beautiful never worn 80’s YSL fuchsia gloves trimmed in matching leather diagonal stitching. Both gloves was linked by the original sealing thread. "Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche" g...
$1,238Sale Price|44% Off
Size: 40
Rare Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels 2004 Pumps Sz 40
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Worn Twice. Only signs of Use is to the Sole, the Uppers are Perfect * Tom Ford Lotus Runway Ad Heels * This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent...
Valentino coat by Valentino Garavani circa 2002
By Valentino
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
VALENTINO - A ready-to-wear Collection circa 2002, under the artistic direction of Valentino Garavani. Coat made of black cashmere and beige sable fur. Composition and size labels ...
Hermès by Martin Margiela Wool & Silk Two-Piece Set (1997–2003)
By Hermès
Located in PARIS, FR
Hermès by Martin Margiela Wool & Silk Two-Piece Set (1997–2003) Made in France Color: Navy blue Both the trousers and the top are size FR 40 (Large). Please note that the trousers ...
Off-white see-through crochet dress with flower embroideries CHANEL
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Off-white silk see-through crochet dress with flower embroideries . SIZE 40
John Galliano Sheer Laced Boned Bustier Lace-Up Embroidered Corset
Located in Dubai, AE
John Galliano Sheer Boned Lace-Up Embroidered Corset Rare sheer corset with floral embroidery, metallic trim, and sculpting boned structure. Finished with lace-up closure and embelli...
rare CHANEL 2016 Runway Perfume Bottle Embroidered Denim Jumbo Single Flap bag
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare CHANEL 2016 Runway Perfume Bottle Embroidered Denim Jumbo Single Flap blue silver chain bag Reference: VNWG/A00002 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Model: Jumbo Perfume Bo...
Gianni Versace Silk Patchwork Print Dress
By Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous silk dress from Gianni Versace in a compilation patchwork of some of his most notable colorful prints including scrolls, feathers and flowers. It is sleeveless and has a ...
New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels Final Collection 2004 Sz 38
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Brand New * Tom Ford Era Lotus Slides * This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent. He was inspired by the Chinese Collection of 1977 His Final Coll...
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.
Find a wide variety of vintage Fendi handbags and purses, clothing and other accessories on 1stDibs.
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.
Inspired by a leading figure in the Op art movement, this Baguette is a masterpiece.
Iconic Italian fashion houses Fendi and Versace teamed up on this delightfully outrageous Fendace reimagining.
When the name of a bag is as well-known as its brand, you know it's a classic.