1990's Fendi by Karl Lagerfeld Long sleeve Leopard Zucca print mini Dress
By Fendi
Located in Sheffield, GB
1990’s Fendi by Karl Lagerfeld Long sleeve Leopard print mini Dress. MADE IN ITALY. Slightly sheer
1990's Fendi by Karl Lagerfeld Long sleeve Leopard Zucca print mini Dress
By Fendi
Located in Sheffield, GB
1990’s Fendi by Karl Lagerfeld Long sleeve Leopard print mini Dress. MADE IN ITALY. Slightly sheer
Fendi Mini Zucca Camera Bag Crossbody 1FF0501
By Fendi
Located in Dix hills, NY
Fendi Mini Zucca Camera Bag Crossbody 1FF0501 Date Code/Serial Number: 174167 Made In: Italy
Fendi Mamma Baguette Mini Brown Zucca Print Gold Hardware
By Fendi
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Fendi Mamma Baguette Mini Brown Zucca Print Gold Hardware These are professional photos of the
Fendi Brown Zucca Canvas & Calfskin Leather Vintage Mini Boston
By Fendi
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Fendi Brown Zucca Canvas & Calfskin Leather Vintage Mini Boston Product Details Xupes Ref
Fendi Black Patent and Silk Zucca Double Mini Baguette
By Fendi
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Fendi Black Patent and Silk Zucca Double Mini Baguette in excellent condition. Very unique rare
$286Sale Price|44% Off
FENDI FF Zucca monogram velvet flocking mini denim skirt S
By Fendi
Located in Hong Kong, NT
FENDI FF Zucca monogram velvet flocking mini denim skirt S Reference: ANWU/A00434 Brand: Fendi
Fendi Baguette Mini Shearling Vitello Dolce Marco FF Tobacco Black Brown Zucca
By Fendi
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Fendi Baguette Mini Shearling Vitello Dolce Marco FF 1974 Tobacco Black Brown Zucca These are
$2,198Sale Price|20% Off
Fendi Baguette Mini Shearling Vitello Dolce Marco FF 1974 Tobacco Brown Zucca
By Fendi
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Fendi Baguette Mini Shearling Vitello Dolce Marco FF 1974 Tobacco Black Brown Zucca These are
FENDI midnight blue viscose 2022 ZUCCA QUILTED VELVET MINI Skirt 42 M
By Fendi
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Fendi hight-waisted mini skirt in midnight blue velvet viscose (80%) and silk (20
Fendi Mini Zucca Navy Blue Zucchino Canvas Mama Forever Bag 1130f12
By Fendi
Located in Dix hills, NY
Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 11" Width: 4.5" Height: 9" Shoulder Handle Drop: 8" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Signs of Wear: Exterior Canvas: Very Minor Marks...
Fendace Gold Medusa Bling Mesh Mini Fendi Versace FF Zucca Baguette Bag Chain
By Versace, Fendi
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Collector's Versace X Fendi Bag as seen countless celebrities. Brand new with dust bag, full set
Fendi FF Zucca Tpu Orange Mon Tresor Bucket Bag Mini
By Fendi
Located in Montreal, Quebec
FENDI FF ZUCCA TPU ORANGE MON TRESOR BUCKET BAG MINI This Fendi Mini Mon Tresor Bucket Bag is made
Fendi FF Zucca Brown Canvas Mini Crescent Bag
By Silvia Venturini, Fendi
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This bag features brown canvas with the Zucca FF logo print, silver-tone hardware, leather trim and
Fendi Zucca Print Mini Oyster Shoulder Bag
By Fendi
Located in Amman, JO
Fendi Zucca Print Mini Oyster Shoulder Bag, features a Leather lining, single adjustable shoulder
1990s FENDI Brown Zucca Jacquard Mini Tote Bag
By Fendi
Located in Bangkok, TH
Vintage Fendi mini tote bag in Fendi's iconic zucca jacquard featuring leather trimmed handles
1990s FENDI Brown Zucca Jacquard Mini Pouch Handbag
By Fendi
Located in Bangkok, TH
1990s Fendi mini pouch handbag in Fendi's iconic brown Zucca jacquard and leather. Made in Italy
1990s FENDI Brown Zucca Jacquard Mini Pouch Handbag
By Fendi
Located in Bangkok, TH
Vintage Fendi mini pouch handbag in Fendi's iconi Zucca jacquard. Zipper top closure. Made in Italy
1990s FENDI Brown Zucca Jacquard Mini Pouch Handbag
By Fendi
Located in Bangkok, TH
Vintage Fendi mini pouch handbag in Fendi's iconic brown Zucca jacquard. Zipper top and snap
FENDI Black Snake Skin Evening Zucca Mini Handbag
By Fendi
Located in San Francisco, CA
FENDI handbag comes in a black snake skin featuring a mini style, stone embellishment, top handle
1990s Vintage FENDI Brown Zucca Jacquard Mini Pouch Handbag
By Fendi
Located in Bangkok, TH
Vintage Fendi mini pouch handbag in Fendi's iconic brown Zucca jacquard. Zipper top closure. Made
1990s FENDI Brown Zucca Jacquard Mini Vanity Pouch GHW
By Fendi
Located in Bangkok, TH
Vintage Fendi mini vanity pouch in Fendi's iconic Zucca jacquard featuring gold toned buckled
1990s Vintage FENDI Brown Zucca Jacquard Mini Pouch Handbag
By Fendi
Located in Bangkok, TH
Vintage Fendi mini pouch handbag in Fendi's iconic brown Zucca jacquard. Zipper top with snap
Fendi Baguette Mini Multicolor FF Zucca Canvas Crossbody Bag
By Fendi
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Fendi Baguette Mini Multicolor FF Zucca Canvas Crossbody Bag These are professional photos of the
Fendi Brown Zucca FF Monogram Mini Skirt Size XS
By Fendi
Located in London, GB
resale item. Details Brown Synthetic Skirt Zucca FF monogram pattern Mini Stretchy Back zip and
Sold
H 3.5 in W 3.25 in L 4.75 in
1990s Vintage FENDI Brown Zucca Jacquard Mini Vanity Pouch (Altered)
By Fendi
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage Fendi mini vanity pouch is crafted of Fendi's iconic Zucca jacquard in brown trimmed
Fendi Multicolor Blue Monogram FF Zucca Mini Crossbody 914ff43
By Fendi
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 2362 267720 018 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 6" Width: 2.5" Height: 8.2" Shoulder Handle Drop: 11"-22" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 8/10 or AB ...
FENDI FF Zucca monogram velvet flocking mini denim skirt S
By Fendi
Located in Hong Kong, NT
FENDI FF Zucca monogram velvet flocking mini denim skirt S Reference: ANWU/A00434 Brand: Fendi
Fendi Beige Monogram FF Zucca Mini Hobo Shoulder Bag 48f59
By Fendi
Located in Dix hills, NY
Fendi Beige Monogram FF Zucca Mini Hobo Shoulder Bag 48f59 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 16
1990s Vintage FENDI Brown Zucca Jacquard Mini Tote Bag with Tag
By Fendi
Located in Bangkok, TH
This Vintage Fendi mini tote bag is crafted of Fendi's iconic zucca jacquard featuring leather
Vintage FENDI Brown Zucca Jacquard Mini Pouch Bag Handbag Silver HW
By Fendi
Located in Bangkok, TH
This Vintage FENDI mini pouch handbag is crafted of Fendi's iconi Zucca jacquard in brown/black
Fendi Baguette Mini Canvas Crochet Zucca Dark Green and Gold Hardware
By Fendi
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Fendi Baguette Mini Canvas Crochet Zucca Dark Green and Gold Hardware These are professional
Fendi Mini Zucca Brown Zucchino Canvas Mama Forever Bag 1126f5
By Fendi
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 2370/8BR001/019 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 11" Width: 4" Height: 8.5" Shoulder Handle Drop: 8 OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 8/10 or AB ) Signs...
FENDI Vintage brown leather handle Zucca Monogram canvas mini cube boston bag
By Fendi
Located in Hong Kong, NT
FENDI Vintage brown leather handle Zucca Monogram canvas mini cube boston bag Reference: TGAS
1990s Vintage FENDI Brown Zucca Jacquard Mini Vanity Pouch with Gold HW
By Fendi
Located in Bangkok, TH
Vintage Fendi mini vanity pouch in Fendi's iconic Zucca jacquard featuring gold toned buckled
FENDI Vintage brown leather handle Zucca Monogram canvas mini cube boston bag
By Fendi
Located in Hong Kong, NT
FENDI Vintage brown leather handle Zucca Monogram canvas mini cube boston bag Reference: TGAS
Sold
H 7.09 in D 3.94 in L 4.73 in
FENDI white & orange leather Monogram ZUCCA MON TRESOR MINI Bucket Shoulder Bag
By Fendi
Located in Zürich, CH
Fendi 'Mon Tresor' mini bucket bag in orange and off-white calfskin FF logo embossed finish
vintage FENDI 1990's FF Zucca monogram jacquard canvas mini skirt IT42 28"
By Fendi
Located in Hong Kong, NT
vintage FENDI 1990's FF Zucca monogram jacquard canvas mini skirt IT42 28" Reference: TGAS/B01366
FENDI MARE Zucca FF monogram brown jacquard knit stretch mini dress IT44 L
By Fendi
Located in Hong Kong, NT
FENDI MARE Zucca FF monogram brown jacquard knit stretch mini dress IT44 L FENDI MARE Polyamide
Fendi Baguette Mini Blue Black Zucca Nylon Gold Hardware Two-way Carry Bag
By Fendi
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
especially along the edges and corners. DETAILS FENDI Baguette Size: Mini Dimensions: Width 17.5cm x
Versace Fendi x Versace Baroque Zucca FF Mini Skirt Size M
By Versace
Located in London, GB
Zucca FF pattern Mini Pleated Side zip and hook fastening Made in Italy Composition 100
FENDI Zucca Mirror Vanity Mini Clutch Shoulder Bag
By Fendi
Located in London, GB
FENDI Brown/pink Gold Zucca Mirror Vanity Mini Clutch Shoulder Bag. This chic clutch is crafted of
1990s FENDI Brown Zucca Jacquard Mini Pouch Handbag
By Fendi
Located in Bangkok, TH
Vintage Fendi mini pouch handbag in Fendi's iconic brown Zucca jacquard. Zipper top and snap
Fendi Baguette mini Mamma Vintage in brown Zucca Monogram
By Fendi
Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige
Fendi baguette mini Mamma in brown zucca canvas. Condition: Really good. Packing/accessories
1990s Vintage FENDI Brown Zucca Jacquard Mini Pouch Handbag
By Fendi
Located in Bangkok, TH
Vintage Fendi mini handbag in Fendi's iconi Zucca jacquard featuring leather trimmed handles. Made
Vintage FENDI Brown Zucca Jacquard Mini Pouch Bag Handbag
By Fendi
Located in Bangkok, TH
Vintage FENDI mini pouch handbag in Fendi's iconi Zucca jacquard in brown trimmed with brown
Fendi Zucca Print Monogram Canvas Mini Baguette with Rabbit Fur Flowers
By Fendi
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Fendi Zucca Print Monogram Canvas Mini Baguette with Rabbit Fur Flowers in excellent condition
Vintage FENDI Brown Zucca Jacquard Mini Pouch Bag Handbag Gold HW
By Fendi
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage FENDI mini pouch handbag is crafted of Fendi's iconi Zucca jacquard in brown/black
1990s Vintage FENDI Brown Zucca Jacquard Mini Vanity Pouch Silver HW
By Fendi
Located in Bangkok, TH
Vintage Fendi mini vanity pouch in Fendi's iconic Zucca jacquard featuring silver toned buckled
FENDI Zucca Monogram Canvas & Brown Leather 2-Way Mini Boston Bag
By Fendi
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage FENDI "Two-Way mini Boston" handbag comes in beige Zucca monogram canvas with contrast
1990s Vintage FENDI Brown Zucca Jacquard Mini Vanity Pouch with Gold HW
By Fendi
Located in Bangkok, TH
Vintage Fendi mini vanity pouch in Fendi's iconic Zucca jacquard featuring gold toned buckled
1990s Vintage FENDI Brown Zucca Jacquard Mini Vanity Pouch with Gold HW
By Fendi
Located in Bangkok, TH
Vintage Fendi mini vanity pouch in Fendi's iconic Zucca jacquard featuring gold toned buckled
FENDI Brown Tobacco Zucca Canvas Genuine Leather Handle Mini "Roll" Tote Bag
By Fendi
Located in Thiensville, WI
Fendi brown tobacco canvas & genuine leather Zucca print "Roll" tote bag. Brown
Fendi Brown Zucca Patterned Knit Sleeveless Bodycon Dress M
By Fendi
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Experience the joy of expert tailoring with this designer dress for women. Meticulously made it offers a flawless fit and luxe details ensuring unmatched comfort. This beautiful cr...
Fendi Baguette Bag Zucca Canvas Mini
By Fendi
Located in NY, NY
: Baguette Bag Zucca Canvas Mini Exterior Material: Canvas Plain Exterior Color: Black Interior Material
Fendi Peekaboo Bag Zucca PU Mini
By Fendi
Located in NY, NY
", Strap Drop 19-32" Designer: Fendi Model: Peekaboo Bag Zucca PU Mini Exterior Material: Pvc, Leather
Fendi Zip Backpack Zucca Shearling Mini
By Fendi
Located in NY, NY
Zucca Shearling Mini Exterior Material: Shearling Exterior Color: Brown Interior Material: Fabric
Fendi Zip Backpack Zucca Shearling Mini
By Fendi
Located in NY, NY
Zucca Shearling Mini Exterior Material: Shearling Exterior Color: Brown Interior Material: Fabric
Fendi Baguette Bag Zucca Canvas Mini
By Fendi
Located in NY, NY
", Width 10", Depth 1.5" Designer: Fendi Model: Baguette Bag Zucca Canvas Mini Exterior Material: Canvas
Fendi Mini Zucca Nano Boston Bag
By Fendi
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This vintage Fendi Boston bag is made with brown Zucca fabric with a with Fendi Roma Handle. Top
Fendi Baguette NM Bag Zucca Lycra Mini
By Fendi
Located in NY, NY
NM Bag Zucca Lycra Mini Exterior Material: Lycra Exterior Color: Pink Interior Material: Lycra
Fendi Baguette NM Bag Zucca Canvas Mini
By Fendi
Located in NY, NY
NM Bag Zucca Canvas Mini Exterior Material: Canvas Plain Exterior Color: Brown Interior Material
Fendi Logo Open Tote Zucca Nylon Mini
By Fendi
Located in NY, NY
5" Designer: Fendi Model: Logo Open Tote Zucca Nylon Mini Exterior Material: Nylon Exterior Color
Fendi Baguette NM Bag Zucca Shearling Mini
By Fendi
Located in NY, NY
", Width 8", Depth 2", Strap Drop 22" Designer: Fendi Model: Baguette NM Bag Zucca Shearling Mini Exterior
Fendi Peekaboo Bag Vertigo Zucca Leather Mini
By Fendi
Located in NY, NY
", Depth 4", Strap Drop 19" Designer: Fendi Model: Peekaboo Bag Vertigo Zucca Leather Mini Exterior
Fendi Baguette NM Bag Zucca Shearling Mini
By Fendi
Located in NY, NY
: Fendi Model: Baguette NM Bag Zucca Shearling Mini Exterior Material: Shearling Exterior Color: Brown
Fendi Chef Handle Bag Zucca Canvas Mini
By Fendi
Located in NY, NY
Measurements: Handle Drop 5", Height 7", Width 7", Depth 5.5" Designer: Fendi Model: Chef Handle Bag Zucca
Fendi Vintage Croissant Bag Zucca Canvas Mini
By Fendi
Located in NY, NY
Model: Vintage Croissant Bag Zucca Canvas Mini Exterior Material: Canvas Plain Exterior Color: Brown
Fendi Vintage Croissant Bag Zucca Canvas Mini
By Fendi
Located in NY, NY
Model: Vintage Croissant Bag Zucca Canvas Mini Exterior Material: Canvas Plain Exterior Color: Brown
$545Sale Price|51% Off
Two piece Wool Tweed Suit with Black Fox Fur Collar
Located in Amsterdam, NL
We offer more exclusive vintage items, view our frontstore. Details: 2-piece suit with a skirt and a jacket. Made from wool/tweed The black fox fur collar is non- detachable. Size f...
1990s Loris Azzaro Brown Sequin Strapless Cocktail Dress
By Loris Azzaro
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1990s Loris Azzaro brown sequin metallic strapless cocktail party dress. fit size 4
Esther Bright Orange Fur Clam Shape Hat with Black Feather and Rhinestones
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Esther hat is composed of a bright orange fur and features a black feather with rhinestone detail. In excellent vintage condition, there is some slight discoloration from dust (...
$12,920
H 10.5 in W 19 in L 6 in
Chanel Limited Edition Vintage Duffel Tote Black and White Leather Weekend Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Oversized Chanel quilted logo letters duffel bag leather travel tote. 1992 {VINTAGE 30 Years} White lamb "CHANEL" lettering stitched on both sides Quilted supple black lambskin Tw...
$2,600Sale Price|20% Off
GUCCI brown Ostrich leather LARGE Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Zürich, CH
Gucci large tote bag in pale brown ostrich leather. Lined in ochre monogram canvas with one zip pocket against the back. Has been carried with some soft color transfer, bag is slight...
$1,720Sale Price|20% Off
Verheyen London Edward Leather Coat with Faux Fur Collar in Black - Size uk 16
By Verheyen London
Located in London, GB
Verheyen London Edward Leather Coat with Faux Fur Collar in Red - Size uk 16 The Edward Leather Coat created by Verheyen London is a romantic design inspired by the 1970s and Edward...
1940's IRENE LENTZ black dress with blouson silk chiffon overlay
By Irene Lentz
Located in San Fransisco, CA
A stunning and hard-to-find piece from the late 1940's created by Irene Lentz. This black gown really channels classic 'film noir' Hollywood glamour from this era. The dress featu...
Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford 2004 Chinoiserie Tuxedo Smoking Evening Suit 34
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Switzerland, CH
Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Black Tuxedo Evening Suit An extremely rare piece from his final collection in 2004 for Yves Saint Laurent Stunning piece consisting of pants and jacke...
UNWORN Iconic Chanel 1996 Golden Metallic 3D Structured Jacket Blazer 36
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Switzerland, CH
A true icon designed by Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel AW 1996 collection Golden metallic jacket 3D structure Golden buttons in front and on sleeves with CC logo Fully lined with beige CC...
New Tom Ford for Gucci F/W 2003 Silk Black Corset Belt Cocktail Dress It.38
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Tom Ford for Gucci Black Silk Corset Belt Cocktail Dress F/W 2003 Collection Italian size -38 Stretch Silk, Detachable Corset Belt, Back Zip Closure. Made in Italy. New without tag.
Atelier Versace Black Satin Sling Backs, Never Worn Size 7
By Atelier Versace
Located in Buchanan, MI
Atelier Versace Black Satin Sling Backs, Never Worn Size 7
Fendi Baguette Classic Zucca Print Fendi Monogram
By Fendi
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Fendi Baguette Classic Zucca Print Fendi Monogram These are professional photos of the actual bag. Introducing the Fendi Baguette, a classic icon featuring the beloved Zucca print....
Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent F/W 2004 Collection Pink Jersey Dress size S
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Jersey Dress F/W 2004 Collection Designer size - S Pink color with shade of coral under the sun, Stretch jersey, Bow Accent at Neckline, F...
$1,950
Size: Small / Small Medium
1960s Werle Beverly Hills Demi Couture Nude Ivory Silk Cotton 60s Vintage Dress
By Daniel Werle
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing early 1960s WERLE of BEVERLY HILLS demi couture nude and ivory / white silk crepe and cottton mod dress! Features a fitted nude silk crepe underlay wiggle dress with attached...
Gianni Versace Red Leather Motorcycle Jacket and Skirt A/W 1994
By Gianni Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous and rare red patent leather motorcycle jacket with matching skirt from Gianni Versace. It has all of Versace's amazing attention to detail including Medusa head pulls on t...
1980s Christian Dior Black Fine Wool Tuxedo Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1980s black fine wool Christian Dior cocktail dress. The dress looks like a double breasted tuxedo jacket and pencil skirt ensemble from the front, and a dress from the back. Deep cu...
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.
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.