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Fendi Knit Bag

Fendi NIB Micro Baguette Tassel Necklace
Fendi NIB Micro Baguette Tassel Necklace

Fendi NIB Micro Baguette Tassel Necklace

$699

H 6.5 in W 1 in L 5.5 in

Fendi NIB Micro Baguette Tassel Necklace

By Fendi

Located in West Hollywood, CA

The center piece of the necklace is a mini Fendi knitted bag on which are multiple tassels in yellow and purple attached.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Fendi Baguette Bag Grey and White Wool Knit Shoulder Bag
Fendi Baguette Bag Grey and White Wool Knit Shoulder Bag

Fendi Baguette Bag Grey and White Wool Knit Shoulder Bag

By Fendi

Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR

Fendi Baguette Bag Grey and White Wool Knit Shoulder Bag These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags.

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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

Fendi Baguette Bag Grey and White Wool Knit Shoulder Bag
Fendi Baguette Bag Grey and White Wool Knit Shoulder Bag

Fendi Baguette Bag Grey and White Wool Knit Shoulder Bag

By Fendi

Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR

Fendi Baguette Bag Grey and White Wool Knit Shoulder Bag These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags.

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Early 2000s Italian Shoulder Bags

Fendi Baguette Bag Grey and White Wool Knit Shoulder Bag
Fendi Baguette Bag Grey and White Wool Knit Shoulder Bag

Fendi Baguette Bag Grey and White Wool Knit Shoulder Bag

By Fendi

Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR

Fendi Baguette Bag Grey and White Wool Knit Shoulder Bag These are professional photos of the actual bag.

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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

Fendi Baguette Vintage Black Glitter Beads and Cloth Knit Shoulder Bag
Fendi Baguette Vintage Black Glitter Beads and Cloth Knit Shoulder Bag

Fendi Baguette Vintage Black Glitter Beads and Cloth Knit Shoulder Bag

By Fendi

Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR

Fendi Baguette Vintage Black Glitter Beads and Cloth Knit Shoulder Bag Discover the Fendi Baguette Vintage Black Glitter Beads and Cloth Knit Shoulder Bag- a masterfully crafted, ...

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2010s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

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Fendi Knit Baguette Bag
Fendi Knit Baguette Bag

Fendi Knit Baguette Bag

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H 8.67 in W 12.21 in D 1.97 in

Fendi Knit Baguette Bag

By Fendi

Located in London, GB

* Light pink * Wool * Crochet knit * FF logo plaque * Foldover top * Single detachable top handle & shoulder strap * Internal zip-fastening pocket * Internal logo plaque * Logo-print...

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2010s Top Handle Bags

Fendi Baguette Bag Grey Crochet Knit Wool Pompom Shoulder Bag
Fendi Baguette Bag Grey Crochet Knit Wool Pompom Shoulder Bag

Fendi Baguette Bag Grey Crochet Knit Wool Pompom Shoulder Bag

By Fendi

Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR

Fendi Baguette Bag Grey Crochet Knit Wool Pompom Shoulder Bag These are professional photos of the actual bag.

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2010s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Fendi Baguette Bag White Crochet Knit Wool Pompom Shoulder Bag
Fendi Baguette Bag White Crochet Knit Wool Pompom Shoulder Bag

Fendi Baguette Bag White Crochet Knit Wool Pompom Shoulder Bag

By Fendi

Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR

Fendi Baguette Bag White Crochet Knit Wool Pompom Shoulder Bag These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags.

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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

Fendi Baguette Bag Pink Crochet Knit Wool Pompom and Flowers Shoulder Bag
Fendi Baguette Bag Pink Crochet Knit Wool Pompom and Flowers Shoulder Bag

Fendi Baguette Bag Pink Crochet Knit Wool Pompom and Flowers Shoulder Bag

By Fendi

Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR

Fendi Baguette Bag Pink Crochet Knit Wool Pompom and Flowers Shoulder Bag These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags.

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2010s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Fendi Baguette Vintage Black Glitter Beads and Cloth Knit Shoulder Bag
Fendi Baguette Vintage Black Glitter Beads and Cloth Knit Shoulder Bag

Fendi Baguette Vintage Black Glitter Beads and Cloth Knit Shoulder Bag

By Fendi

Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR

Fendi Baguette Vintage Black Glitter Beads and Cloth Knit Shoulder Bag Discover the Fendi Baguette Vintage Black Glitter Beads and Cloth Knit Shoulder Bag- a masterfully crafted, ...

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2010s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Fendi Baguette Bag Grey and White Wool Knit Shoulder Bag
Fendi Baguette Bag Grey and White Wool Knit Shoulder Bag

Fendi Baguette Bag Grey and White Wool Knit Shoulder Bag

By Fendi

Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR

Fendi Baguette Bag Grey and White Wool Knit Shoulder Bag These are professional photos of the actual bag.

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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

Fendi Baguette Bag White Crochet Knit Wool Pompom Shoulder Bag
Fendi Baguette Bag White Crochet Knit Wool Pompom Shoulder Bag

Fendi Baguette Bag White Crochet Knit Wool Pompom Shoulder Bag

By Fendi

Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR

Fendi Baguette Bag White Crochet Knit Wool Pompom Shoulder Bag These are professional photos of the actual bag.

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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

Fendi Baguette Bag White Crochet Knit Wool Pompom Shoulder Bag
Fendi Baguette Bag White Crochet Knit Wool Pompom Shoulder Bag

Fendi Baguette Bag White Crochet Knit Wool Pompom Shoulder Bag

By Fendi

Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR

Fendi Baguette Bag White Crochet Knit Wool Pompom Shoulder Bag These are professional photos of the actual bag.

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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

FENDI Italian Black CASHMERE Knit BAGUETTE BAG Shoulder Bag HANDBAG Purse
FENDI Italian Black CASHMERE Knit BAGUETTE BAG Shoulder Bag HANDBAG Purse

FENDI Italian Black CASHMERE Knit BAGUETTE BAG Shoulder Bag HANDBAG Purse

By Fendi

Located in Rome, Rome

- Black cashmere with black leather accents - FF - FENDI logo on the flap . Flap with magnetic button closure - Silver metal hardware - Adjustable shoulder strap - Bla...

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20th Century Italian Top Handle Bags

Fendi Blue Woven Knitted Mama Forever Baguette Flap Bag 863223
Fendi Blue Woven Knitted Mama Forever Baguette Flap Bag 863223

Fendi Blue Woven Knitted Mama Forever Baguette Flap Bag 863223

By Fendi

Located in Dix hills, NY

GOOD CONDITION (7/10 or B) (Outside) Noticeable rub partially (Outside) Noticeable stain partially (Handle) Noticeable rub on a part of handle Noticeable spot on a part of handle...

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20th Century Structured Shoulder Bags

Fendi Baguette Bag Knit Wool
Fendi Baguette Bag Knit Wool

Fendi Baguette Bag Knit Wool

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H 7 in W 10 in D 3 in

Fendi Baguette Bag Knit Wool

By Fendi

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 7-8", Height 7", Width 10", Depth 3" Designer: Fendi Model: Baguette Bag Knit Wool Exterior Material: Wool Exterior Color: Gray ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Fendi Pink Knit Chef Flap Bag
Fendi Pink Knit Chef Flap Bag

Fendi Pink Knit Chef Flap Bag

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H 8.67 in W 1.97 in L 13 in

Fendi Pink Knit Chef Flap Bag

By Fendi

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Constructed in pink knit material, this bag features a ruffle trim along with a gold-tone Fendi cutout medallion at the side and a single handle to complete the look.

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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

Fendi Baguette Shoulder Bag Knit Wool
Fendi Baguette Shoulder Bag Knit Wool

Fendi Baguette Shoulder Bag Knit Wool

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H 7 in W 11 in D 2 in

Fendi Baguette Shoulder Bag Knit Wool

By Fendi

Located in NY, NY

Moderate wear and scuffs on closure trim and strap, stains and minor wear in interior, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 6.5", Height 7", Width 1...

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Fendi Lui Messenger Bag Tech Knit with Leather Large
Fendi Lui Messenger Bag Tech Knit with Leather Large

Fendi Lui Messenger Bag Tech Knit with Leather Large

By Fendi

Located in NY, NY

This Fendi Lui Messenger Bag Tech Knit with Leather Large, crafted from brown knit with leather, features a leather top handle, exterior back zip pocket, and gold-tone hardware.

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21st Century and Contemporary Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Fendi Lui Messenger Bag Tech Knit with Leather Large
Fendi Lui Messenger Bag Tech Knit with Leather Large

Fendi Lui Messenger Bag Tech Knit with Leather Large

By Fendi

Located in NY, NY

This Fendi Lui Messenger Bag Tech Knit with Leather Large, crafted from brown knit with leather, features a leather top handle, exterior back zip pocket, and gold-tone hardware.

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21st Century and Contemporary Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Fendi Lui Messenger Bag Tech Knit with Leather Mini
Fendi Lui Messenger Bag Tech Knit with Leather Mini

Fendi Lui Messenger Bag Tech Knit with Leather Mini

By Fendi

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 2", Height 6.5", Width 8", Depth 3", Strap Drop 20-30" Designer: Fendi Model: Lui Messenger Bag Tech Knit with Leather Mini Exte...

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21st Century and Contemporary Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Fendi Lui Messenger Bag Tech Knit with Leather Mini
Fendi Lui Messenger Bag Tech Knit with Leather Mini

Fendi Lui Messenger Bag Tech Knit with Leather Mini

By Fendi

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 2", Height 7", Width 8", Depth 3.5", Strap Drop 19-" Designer: Fendi Model: Lui Messenger Bag Tech Knit with Leather Mini Exteri...

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21st Century and Contemporary Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Fendi Lui Messenger Bag Tech Knit with Leather Mini
Fendi Lui Messenger Bag Tech Knit with Leather Mini

Fendi Lui Messenger Bag Tech Knit with Leather Mini

By Fendi

Located in NY, NY

Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 2", Height 7", Width 8", Depth 3.5", Strap Drop 19-" Designer: Fendi Model: Lui Messenger Bag Tech Knit with Leather Mini Exteri...

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21st Century and Contemporary Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Fendi Pink Knit Floral Embroidered Cow-print Baguette Bag
Fendi Pink Knit Floral Embroidered Cow-print Baguette Bag

Fendi Pink Knit Floral Embroidered Cow-print Baguette Bag

By Fendi, Silvia Venturini

Located in Montreal, Quebec

This knit baguette is made with soft pink knit and adorned with a delicate floral pattern embroidery. The top features a leather flap with cow print, silver hardware and a magnetic ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoulder Bags

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$17,999

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By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

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Fendi Knit Bag For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary fendi knit bag for your needs in our varied inventory. If you’re looking for an option in Black and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Blue, Gray and more. You’re likely to find the perfect fendi knit bag among the distinctive accessories we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.

How Much is a Fendi Knit Bag?

Prices for a fendi knit bag can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $380 and can go as high as $2,030, while, on average they fetch $925.

Fendi for sale on 1stDibs

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.

Finding the Right Handbags And Purses for You

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 bagBirkin, 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.