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.
Fendi Spring 2000 Yellow Beaded Baby Baguette
By Fendi
Located in Rubiera, RE
FENDI Baby baguette Micro beads and faceted embroidery baguette from the Spring/Summer 2000 collection. It is entirely embroidered with thousands of yellow beads and tone-on-tone fa...
Fendi Celeste blue Roma leather SELLERIA MAMA BAGUETTE Bag
By Fendi
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Fendi Selleria Mama Baguette in Celeste light blue Roma leather with contrasting beige saddle stitching — a hallmark of the house's artisanal Selleria craft, each stit...
Fendi brown Karung PEEKABOO ISEEU PETITE Bag
By Fendi
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Fendi Peekaboo ISeeU Petite bag in brown Karung snakeskin leather. This iconic luxury Fendi bag features the house’s signature stiff, structured construction with a cl...
$2,420Sale Price|44% Off
New $4400 Rare Fendi Karl Lagerfeld Control Burned Edge Dress 2011 Size 40
By Karl Lagerfeld for Fendi, Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
Fendi Karl Lagerfeld Brand New W/ Tags S/S 2011 Oversized Size IT 40 * Retail $4400 * See Karl Lagerfeld Hand drawn Sketch for this Collection By Hand Controlled Burned Edging *Three...
$295Sale Price|40% Off
New Fendi Beige Rose Inlaid Sunglasses With Case
By Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
Fendi Rose Sunglasses Brand New *Stunning Inlaid Rose Sunglasses * Beige Front & Interior * Inlaid Rose Detail on the Front & Sides * FF Details on Temples * Made in Italy *...
FENDI by KARL LAGERFELD 2008 Vintage Runway Yellow Dress Embellished
By Fendi
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Fendi by Karl Lagerfeld SS08 Vintage Runway IT44, but fits like an IT42/40 .. it was almost impossible for me to zip-up and it's super tight Has a corset effect/feeling Excellent vin...
$1,125Sale Price|40% Off
New Karl Lagerfeld's 2012 Fendi Fall Collection Monster Fur Booties Boots Sz 38
By Karl Lagerfeld for Fendi, Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
Karl Lagerfeld For Fendi Fall Collection 2012 Brand New With Box Marked Size 38.5 Fits 38 We feel these run a half size small Brown & Navy Leather Mink Side Accent Concealed Z...
Fendi Cappotto Reversibile in Visone Golden, Nuovo con Cartellino
By Fendi
Located in Basaluzzo, IT
Un capolavoro assoluto della pellicceria italiana firmato Fendi, questo magnifico cappotto in visone golden rappresenta una delle creazioni più ricercate e rare della Maison. Un mode...
A Iconic 1980s Zucca Monogram Canvas Messenger Bag by Fendi
By Fendi
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This vintage 1980s Fendi messenger bag is an iconic example of the Italian house's heritage style, featuring the timeless Zucca monogram canvas in a sophisticated tobacco and black c...
Early 2000s FENDI Zucca Pattern Black linen Jacquard FF Trousers - Pants
By Fendi
Located in Sheffield, GB
Early 2000s FENDI Zucca Pattern black Jacquard Trousers featuring high waisted silhouette with zip button closure, pockets at the hips and ankle length hem. MADE IN ITALY. Recommende...
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...
FENDI new pink sequins baguette 2024
By Fendi
Located in Rubiera, RE
FENDI New pink sequins baguette 2024 Iconic medium-sized Baguette bag, finely embroidered all-over with pink sequins in different shapes and sizes for a 3D effect and decorated with ...
Fendi black cachemire and fur poncho
By Fendi
Located in Capri, IT
Fendi black cachemire and fur poncho totally made in italy
$1,687Sale Price|25% Off
New Fendi Karl Lagerfeld Ad Runway Fur and Suede Platform Boots Booties Sz 39
By Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
Fendi Fur Boots by Karl Lagerfeld Brand New * Euro: 39 * Stunning Beaver Fur Lines the Front and the Inside of the Boots * Soft Taupe Nubuck Leather * Zips up the Back * 1.25" Front ...
Fendi Baguette Bag in Red and Green Fur w/ Brown Leather Strap and Gold Hardware
By Fendi
Located in London, GB
VINTAGE FENDI BAGUETTE BAG IN RED AND GREEN MINK FUR WITH BROWN LEATHER STRAP Vintage Fendi Baguette in red and green fur with brown leather strap and detailing and gold tone hardwa...
$297Sale Price|40% Off
New Fendi Tortoise with FF Sides Sunglasses With Case
By Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
New Fendi Sunglasses with Case Brand New Brown Sunglasses FF Detail at Sides Lightweight Scratch and Impact Resistant Made in Italy 100% UVA/UVB Protection With Case & Cleaning Clo...
$1,995Sale Price|48% Off
New Fendi Bronze Metallic Chef Baguette Fully Lined in Shearling Bag
By Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
Fendi Shearling Chef Baguette Brand New * Shearling Wool Lined & Shearling Accents * Foil Leather (Finished with a Film of Metal) * Fendi Gold Hardware * Detachable Fendi Dangle Char...
Fendi Colourblock Satin Mini Dress — 2006/2007 — IT42
By Fendi
Located in London, GB
A beautifully constructed archive piece from Fendi Roma under Karl Lagerfeld’s creative direction, dating to approximately 2006–2007. Cut in three tones of lustrous satin—deep raspbe...
$398Sale Price|60% Off
Fendace Fendi X Versace Baroque Medusa Silk High Heel Mule Sandals 36
By Fendi, Versace
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Brand new in box Fendace Limited Edition Heels, in sort after IT 36. fit true to size, a signature piece from the collection. Comes authenticity...
1980s Iconic Plastic and Leather Continuous Logo Large Top Handle Bag by Fendi
By Fendi, Karl Lagerfeld for Fendi
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This remarkable Fendi top-handle bag is a classic piece of 1980s Italian luxury, instantly recognizable by its signature logo pattern. The bag’s structure is covered in the iconic Zu...
Iconic Fendi embroidered colourful beads denim baguette shoulder bag
By Fendi
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Iconic and playful Fendi embroidered colorful floral beads denim baguette shoulder bag from circa year 2000. - Adjustable denim strap. - Yellow satin interior lining. - Inter...
$693Sale Price|30% Off
New Fendi S/S 2017 Monster Leather Sandals Flats Sz 39
By Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New Stunning Monster Sandals S/S 2017 Runway & Ad Size: 39 White & Blue Leather Heel 0.25" Adjustable Ankle Strap Leather Insole Blue Leather Sole Acrylic Bullets Brand...
$1,687Sale Price|25% Off
New Fendi Beaver Fur and Suede Platform Boots Booties Sz 37
By Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
Fendi Fur Boots Brand New * Euro: 37 * Stunning Beaver Fur Lines the Front and the Inside of the Boots * Soft Taupe Nubuck Leather * Zips up the Back * 1.25" Front Platform * 4.75" H...
$1,800Sale Price|20% Off
New Fendi Beaver Fur and Suede Platform Boots Booties Sz 38.5
By Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
Fendi Fur Boots Brand New * Euro: 38.5 * Stunning Beaver Fur Lines the Front and the Inside of the Boots * Soft Taupe Nubuck Leather * Zips up the Back * 1.25" Front Platform * 4.7...
$2,075Sale Price|46% Off
New Fendi Bronze Metallic Foil Chef Baguette Bag Fully Lined in Shearling
By Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
Fendi Shearling Chef Baguette Brand New * Shearling Lined & Shearling Accents * Foil Leather (Finished with a Film of Metal) * Fendi Gold Hardware * Detachable Fendi Dangle Charm * M...
$198Sale Price|60% Off
New Fendi brown Buckle Sunglasses with Case
By Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
New Fendi Sunglasses with Case Brand New Brow & Black Sunglasses Fendi Buckle Detail at Sides Lightweight Scratch and Impact Resistant Made in I...
$1,320Sale Price|20% Off
New Fendi Aspen Shearling and Suede FF Brown Hobo Tote Bag
By Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
Rare Fendi Shearling Aspen Bag Brand New * Stunning Rare Shearling Bag * Rich Soft Chocolate Brown * Full Shearling Lining and Piping * Rope Braided & Leather Strap * Two Front Snap...
$895Sale Price|26% Off
Brand New Fendi Black Patent Leather Cage Heels Size 38 S/S 2009
By Fendi, Karl Lagerfeld for Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
Fendi Karl Lagerfeld Brand New W/ Box * Retail $1210 * Size 38 * Gold Hardware Ankle Adjustable Strap *Black Patent Leather * Leather Insole Heels: 5" Platforms: 0.5"
$1,288Sale Price|20% Off
New Fendi Karl Lagerfeld Python Heels Platform Pumps Sz 36
By Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New Stunning Fendi Python Heels Karl Lagerfeld for Fendi Gold FF Toe 100% Python in Nudes, Greens, Grays Size: 36 Heel 5" Front Platform 2" Leather ...
Fendi champagne stingray PEEKABOO ISEEU PETITE Bag
By Fendi
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Fendi Peekaboo ISeeU Petite bag in champagne stingray leather. This iconic luxury Fendi bag features the house’s signature stiff, structured construction with a clean,...
FENDI camel brown 2021 FRIST MEDIUM SHEARLING Shoulder Bag
By Fendi
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Fendi First Medium bag in Camel tan brown shearling fur and smooth calfskin leather is a luxurious statement piece with rich texture and bold design. It features ...
FENDI blue viscose 2016 BELTED WASHED DENIM PRINT Jumpsuit M
By Fendi
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Fendi belted jumpsuit is crafted from light blue washed viscose (content and size tag missing)with contrasting red piping. It features a relaxed, fluid silhouette...
FENDI black wool 2016 FUR POCKETS CAPE Coat Jacket 38 XS
By Fendi
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Fendi coat is crafted in black felt wool (100%), showcasing a dramatic cocoon silhouette with an elegant cape overlay. The design features a round neckline and st...
$396Sale Price|20% Off
New Fendi Champagne Sunglasses with Case
By Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
New Fendi Champagne Sunglasses with Case Brand New Fendi FF Logo at Sides Beautiful Champagne Frames 60-16-125 Lightweight Scratch and Impact Resistant Made in Italy 100% UVA/UVB Pr...
Fendi Brown Hooded Fur Coat
By Fendi
Located in London, GB
- Chocolate brown - Mink fur - Silk lining - Horizontal pelting design - Detachable zip hood - Detachable zip long sleeves - Hook and eye fastening - Two side pockets - Branded inner...
Fendi 365 for Neiman Marcus Vintage 1970s Black Evening Gown with Back Train
By Fendi
Located in Sparks, NV
Rare Fendi label! Fendi 365 for Neiman Marcus vintage black linen blend gown with a halter neckline and back train that can be buttoned up and down as you like. Plunging neckline and...
Fendi Foulard Etole Chale Beige Rose Nude Cashmere Precious Stole Scarf Shawl
By Fendi
Located in PARIS, FR
Fendi XXL stole or rectangular shawl in cashmere and silk with a monogram pattern in pink, beige, or nude, featuring a gray fur trim inset in the center. Approximately 75 cm wide x 1...
White skirt-suit with fringes raw edge FENDI
By Fendi
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White skirt-suit with fringes raw edge. Fabric composition: 42% cotton, 26% rayon, 24% silk, 8% nylon. Lining composition: 100% silk. Snap closure middle front. Cut-work. Shoulder ...
$1,687Sale Price|25% Off
New Fendi Karl Lagerfeld Ad Runway Fur and Suede Platform Boots Booties Sz 39.5
By Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
Fendi Fur Boots by Karl Lagerfeld Brand New * Euro: 39.5 * Stunning Beaver Fur Lines the Front and the Inside of the Boots * Soft Taupe Nubuck Leather ...
Multicolor silk satin petals minaudière with chain handle FENDI ( Numbered)
By Fendi
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Multicolor silk satin petals minaudière with chain handle. Numbered and authenticity hologram. Chain handle and clasp on the top middle. Pink metallic leather piping. SIZE 18 cm X 1...
Fendi Grey Reversible Fur Coat
By Fendi
Located in London, GB
- Grey - Reversible design - Long-haired fur pelts - Horizontal stripes between the fur - Silver fox and raccoon fur - Condition: Very Good This pre-owned item is in very good condit...
FENDI black ROCKOKO KNIT SOCK ANKLE Boots Shoes 36.5
By Fendi
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Fendi Rockoko Knit Sock Ankle Boots in black stretchy technical fabric with brown Fendi logo knit at the top and decorative lacing detail ...
NWT's FENDI Vintage Brown Floral Rosette Silk Halter Dress
By Fendi
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Fendi Vintage 100% silk Leans more toward neutral warm toned brown Pink floral rosettes with micro sequins and beads Very lightweight Flattering knotted front, ruching, and halter ne...
Fendi Sac Beige Noir Moyen Peekaboo Medium Leather and Suede Hand Bag
By Fendi
Located in PARIS, FR
Fendi Peekaboo Medium bag, in lightly grained natural leather, suede interior on one side and natural water snake, gold and silver metalwork, matte and shiny and partially enameled (...
$1,625Sale Price|38% Off
New Fendi Karl Lagerfeld 2013 Rare Runway Leather Fox Fur Booties Pump Sz 40
By Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New W/ Box Rare Fendi by Karl Lagerfeld F/W 2013 Fox Fur Patent Leather Pump Booties Monster Series Size: 40 White Patent Leather White Pink and Black Fox Fur Deco Patent Leath...
Rare Fendi by Karl Lagerfeld Original Runway DressThe Great Wall of China 2008
By Karl Lagerfeld for Fendi, Fendi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Fendi ensemble boasts a provenance as part of Fendi’s historic runway presentation staged along the Great Wall of China — one of the most memorable fashion events of the decade....
2000’s FENDI Monogram Brown Zucca Slip On Mules - Kitten Heels / Sandals
By Fendi
Located in Sheffield, GB
Fabulous Vintage 2000’s FENDI Slip-On Kitten Heels, featuring the Signature FENDI Zucca monogram, Leather Soles and 2” Heels. Size; UK 4 / EU 37 Heel Height; 2” inches. Condition; 8/...
Fendi X FRGMT X POKEMON Brown FF Jacquard Fabric Dratini Mini Baguette Bag
By Fendi
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Fendi X FRGMT X POKEMON Brown FF Jacquard Fabric Dratini Mini Baguette Bag SKU: Z155508 Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: Founded in Rome in 1925, Fendi's e...
Fendi mini bag in neon yellow sequins
By Fendi
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Fendi mini bag in neon yellow sequins
Fendi 1980s Vintage Beige Brown Leather Bucket Bag with Strap
By Fendi
Located in London, GB
1980s Fendi Beige Brown Tall Leather Bucket Bag, top lace closure, inside black leather, zipped inside pocket, leather adjustable strap with buckle, Made in Italy Condition: 1980s,...
$194Sale Price|20% Off
2000s Fendi Roma Dotted Pink Bows Print Cotton Scarf
By Fendi
Located in London, GB
This 2000s Fendi Roma scarf boasts a lovely cotton construction with a pattern of pink bow motifs on brown dotted pattern, Made in Italy . Dimensions: 32x32c...
Fendi Vintage Black Quilted Leather Pasta Shoulder Bag
By Fendi
Located in Rome, Rome
Step into the 1980s with this exquisite Fendi Pasta shoulder bag, a true gem for vintage enthusiasts. This medium-sized Italian treasure, crafted between 1...
Fendi 1990s Purple Suede Baguette Shoulder Bag with Gold Hardware
By Fendi
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Fendi Circa 1990s Purple Suede & Gold-Tone Baguette Shoulder Bag. FENDI Suede Calfskin Shoulder Mini Bag in Purple. The handbag features two leather adjustable looping shoulder strap...
F/W 2016 Fendi velvet embroidered Peekaboo bag
By Fendi
Located in Milano, Lombardia
This Fendi Peekaboo from the Fall/Winter 2016 is a striking statement piece that showcases the house’s exceptional craftsmanship and bold creative direction. Crafted in rich velvet, ...
FENDI 100% silk brown leopard print logo border long rectangular scarf
By Fendi
Located in Hong Kong, NT
FENDI 100% silk brown leopard print logo border long rectangular scarf Reference: MELK/A00576 Brand: Fendi Material: Silk Color: Brown, Multicolour Pattern: Leopard Extra Details: Th...
Fendi jumpsuit by Silvia Venturini Fendi Pre-Fall 2020
By Fendi
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
FENDI - 2020 Pre-fall ready-to-wear Collection under the artistic direction of Silvia Venturini Fendi. Golden lurex jumpsuit with a black leather bow belt. Size 36FR indicated. Ma...
$656Sale Price|20% Off
FENDI x VERSACE Fendace Logo One-Piece Swimsuit
By Versace, Fendi
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
The FENDI x VERSACE "Fendace" Logo One-Piece Swimsuit is a standout piece from the collaborative "Fendace" collection, blending Fendi's and Versace's iconic design elements. This bla...
FENDI Tobacco brown viscose ZUCCA FF JACQUARD KNIT Dress L
By Fendi
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Fendi dress in Tobacco brown Zucca FF monogram jacquard knit viscose (67%) and polyester (33% - please note the content and size tag are missing) is a sleek and t...
Fendi Baguette Selleria Medium White Calfskin Leather Gold Studs Crossbody Bag
By Fendi
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Fendi Baguette Selleria Medium White Calfskin Leather Gold Studs Crossbody Bag These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. Experience luxury and style with th...
Fendi Burgundy Leather 2Jours Handbag Tote with Shoulder Strap
By Fendi
Located in Rome, Rome
Step into the world of Italian luxury with this stunning Fendi Burgundy Leather 2Jours Tote. This iconic model, which translates to "always" in French, perfectly embodies the dual na...
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.