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 black mesh COLIRBI 55 KITTEN HEEL Slingbacks Heels Shoes 38
By Fendi
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Fendi Colibri 55 slingbacks are crafted in black Zucca mesh for a modern, sheer effect. They feature pointed toes, metallic silver kitten heels, and sporty elasti...
Fendi "By The Way" Medium Brown Leather Calfskin Boston Crossbody Bag, 2022.
By Fendi
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Fendi "By The Way" Medium Brown Leather Calfskin Boston Crossbody Bag, 2022. This iconic "By The Way" bag was first introduced in 2014 under the creative direction of Karl Lagerfeld,...
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 stretchy material. Repeat FF logos amongst the iconic 1990s Fendi House Leopard pr...
New $4400 Rare Fendi Karl Lagerfeld Control Burned Edge Dress 2011 Size 40
By Fendi, Karl Lagerfeld for 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...
$396Sale Price|20% Off
Fendi Faces red leather clutch bag, Angry face, No Words
By Fendi
Located in NEWARK, GB
An Iconic Fendi Faces red calf leather clutch purse. A simple design with grained calf leather in rich red, this is the No Words clutch featuring an angry style face in silver tone ...
$1,500Sale Price|20% Off
New Karl Lagerfeld's 2014 Fendi Springs Collection Cara Delevingne Size 37
By Fendi, Karl Lagerfeld for Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
Karl Lagerfeld for Fendi Spring 2014 Collection Brand New With Box Cara Delevingne Wore these heels to open the Show Size 37 PVC, Leather & Enamel Heel Height 4.5" Leather Ins...
$321Sale Price|35% Off
New Fendi Deep Red Rose Inlaid Sunglasses With Case
By Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
Fendi Rose Sunglasses Brand New *Stunning Inlaid Rose Sunglasses * Deep Red Front & Interior * Inlaid Rose Detail on the Front & Sides * FF Details on Temples * Made in Italy * 100%...
$5,400
Fendi Fur Collar Coat
By Fendi
Located in London, GB
- Black wool coat - Multicoloured fur collar - Detachable self-tie leather belt - Two slant pockets - Fully lined - Condition: Very Good This pre-owned item is in very good condition...
FENDI BY MARC JACOBS, 2023 Runway Look appeared on the Harper's Bazaar Cover!
By Fendi
Located in KRAKÓW, PL
FENDI BY MARC JACOBS SUMMER CAPSULE 2023 Runway Look appeared on the Harper's Bazaar Cover! Whole look available on my other auctions! Size IT40 / eu 36 Marc Jacobs is a longtime...
Fendi Baguette Vintage Rare Brown Velvet with Gold Metal Tassles
By Fendi
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Fendi Baguette Vintage Rare Brown Velvet with Gold Metal Tassles These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. CONDITION: VERY GOOD This super rare preloved ite...
Fendi Baguette Brown Zucchino Monogram Multicolor Crystals Shoulder Bag
By Fendi
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Fendi Baguette Brown Zucchino Monogram Multicolor Crystals Shoulder Bag These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. CONDITION EXCELLENT In excellent condition...
$297Sale Price|40% Off
New Fendi Black FF Logo Sunglasses with Case
By Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
New Fendi Black Sunglasses with Case Brand New Fendi FF Logo at Sides Beautiful Black Frames 66-14-125 Lightweight Scratch and Impact Resistant...
$253Sale Price|20% Off
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,...
Fendi Shield Sunglasses Gold Mirror Rimless FF 0440/S 001K1 Sport Shades
By Fendi
Located in Miami, FL
- Gold exterior - Rimless lenses - Made in Italy - No Case !!! Condition: The glasses are in overall decent condition with no major imperfections
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 Baguette Medium Red Glitter Sequins Shoulder Bag
By Fendi
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Fendi Baguette Medium Red Glitter Sequins Shoulder Bag These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. CONDITION: EXCELLENT This preloved item is in excellent con...
$960Sale Price|20% Off
Very Large 1980s FENDI S.A.S. Diamond Embossed Burgundy Leather Purse
By Fendi
Located in Tustin, CA
Very Large 1980s FENDI S.A.S. Diamond Embossed burgundy russet tone Leather Purse Smartly stylish, extremely roomy estate Fendi purse is large enough to carry ...
Fendi 2013 fox and mink fur coat
By Fendi, Karl Lagerfeld for Fendi
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
This luxurious 2013 Fendi fur coat is an exclusive artifact of Italian fashion! Condition: Excellent, like new. Material: Genuine fox and mink fur. A...
Fendi black raffia 2017 BAGUETTE WAVE Crossbody Bag
By Fendi
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Fendi Baguette Wave crossbody bag in black raffia with cream trims, crafted in the house’s iconic elongated silhouette with a textured, artisanal finish that highlight...
Fendi Baguette Selleria Calfskin Leather Brown Shoulder Bag
By Fendi
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Fendi Baguette Selleria Calfskin Leather Brown Shoulder Bag These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. CONDITION: EXCELLENT This preloved authentic Fendi bag...
Fendi brown monogram mini backpack
By Fendi
Located in Milano, IT
Fendi mini backpack Brown monogram canvas Black leather details Adjustable straps Measurements: 17x24x13 cm 6.5x9.5x5 in Great condition Minor s...
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 c.1980s Vtg Brown Polished Leather Ball & Loop Lock Shoulder Crossbody Bag
By Fendi
Located in Thiensville, WI
A very rare Fendi circa late 1970's early 1980's vintage shoulder crossbody bag. Front flap is secured closed by a drawstring style patent leather cord that loops around a solid ball...
Fendi Zucca Spy Bag with Croc-Embossed Handle
By Fendi
Located in Amman, JO
Fendi Zucca Spy Bag with Croc-Embossed Handle This authentic Fendi Spy bag is one of the brand’s most iconic early-2000s designs. Featuring the si...
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 ...
New Fendi Monster Bugs Studded Leather Heels Size 38
By Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
Fendi Monster Bugs Leather Heels * Retail $1475 * Size 38 * Silver Adjustable Ankle Strap Silver Studded Leather * Leather Insole Heel 4.5" With Fendi Dust Cover, Box & Extra Heel ...
Fendi Sac Cuir Noir Taille L Peekaboo Black Leather Hand with strap Bag Pristine
By Fendi
Located in PARIS, FR
Fendi Large Peekaboo model bag in soft black leather, interior in taupe beige leather, one side of which has a large pocket closed with a zip, gold metal swivel clasps, handle for ca...
$297Sale Price|40% Off
New Fendi Gold Aviator Wrap Sunglasses with Case
By Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
New Fendi Gold Aviator Wrap Sunglasses with Case Brand New Gold & Brown Wrap Sunglasses Faux Leather Accents Lightweight Scratch and Impact Resistant ...
Fendi New White Yellow Nano Baguette
By Fendi
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Fendi white and yellow seabeds vertigo logo nano baguette, gold tone hardware. Detachable shoulder strap measures 22". With the clip it can be attached to a bigger bag. It's a flap ...
Fendi New Coral Embossed Nano Baguette
By Fendi
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Fendi coral embossed logo nano baguette, gold tone hardware. Detachable shoulder strap measures 22". With the clip it can be attached to a bigger bag. It's a flap closure on the fro...
$192Sale Price|20% Off
FENDI FILA blue red logo star colorblock bandeau bikini 2-pc swim set IT36 XXS
By Fendi
Located in Hong Kong, NT
FENDI FILA blue red white logo star colorblock bandeau bikini 2-pc swim set IT36 XXS Reference: YIKK/A00233 Brand: Fendi Collection: FILA Material: Polyamide, Blend Color: White, Red...
FENDI Peekaboo off white leather silver hardware Bug Monster fur eye lined bag
By Fendi
Located in Hong Kong, NT
FENDI Peekaboo off white leather silver hardware Bug Monster fur eye lined bag Reference: VACN/A00129 Brand: Fendi Model: Peekaboo Material: Leather Color: Off White, Silver Pattern:...
Fendi Croissant Beige & Pink Bag
By Fendi
Located in London, GB
Croissant Mini Bag with FF logo plaque. Magnetic buckle fastening and adjustable top handle. Featuring silver-tone hardware. This bag is in very good condition with no major marks or...
FENDI black Romano leather MEDIUM PEEKABOO ISEEU Shoulder Bag
By Fendi
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Fendi Peekaboo ISeeU Medium Selleria bag in black Cuoio Romano leather. Features hand stitched details, classic twist lock o...
Fendi Mamma Baguette Rabbit Fur Polka Dots Print Shoulder Bag
By Fendi
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Fendi Mamma Baguette Rabbit Fur Polka Dots Print Shoulder Bag These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. CONDITION: VERY GOOD Moderate sense of use throughou...
Fendi Nano Baguette Charm Red Sequins Satin Interior Chain Strap
By Fendi
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Fendi Nano Baguette Charm Red Sequins Satin Interior Chain Strap These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. CONDITION: NEVER WORN WITH TAG Scratches on the f...
Fendi Mini Croissant Pony hair in Leopard print White Multicolor
By Fendi
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Fendi Mini Croissant Pony hair in Leopard print White Multicolor These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. Get ahead of ...
FENDI Baguette Vintage Black Cloth With Flower Embroidery Silver Hardware
By Fendi
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
FENDI Baguette Vintage Black Cloth With Flower Embroidery Silver Hardware These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. Introducing the timelessly elegant FENDI...
Fendi Black Textured Calfskin with Gold Hardware Small Shoulder Bag
By Fendi
Located in New York, NY
Fendi black textured calfskin leather small shoulder bag is accented with gilded gold hardware on the straps, eyelet and zipper's tab. Their signature name logo is located on...
Salmon pink single breasted jacket with gold piping FENDI Jeans
By Fendi
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Salmon pink single breasted jacket with gold piping. Fabric composition: 54% polyester, 46% cotton. Hidden branded snap closure on the middle front, cuffs and pockets. SIZE 36 (Eu) S
$1,256Sale Price|25% Off
New Fendi Karl Lagerfeld Runway Spring 2014 Heels Sandals Sz 40
By Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
Karl Lagerfeld for Fendi Brand New with Box & Extra Heel Tips Leather Metal Heels Runway Spring 2014 Stunning Milky Pale Blush Pink Heels: 4.75" Size 40
$1,292Sale Price|44% Off
New Fendi 2023 Delfina Booties Boots Size 40
By Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
Fendi 2023 Brand New With Box Size 40 Black Calf Leather Gold Fendi FF Hardware Concealed Zip Closure at Sides Wrap-Around Adjustable Strap Leather Insole Heels: 4.5" Outer: Cal...
Fendi Vintage Gray Mink Jacket by Karl Lagerfeld, Size 44IT, 2009 FW
By Karl Lagerfeld for Fendi, Fendi
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
FENDI - (Made in Italy) Short gray mink jacket. Size 44IT indicated, it fits a 40FR. 2009 Fall-Winter Collection under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld. Condition: Very good...
2000s Fendi collarless laser-cut leather jacket
By Fendi
Located in Milano, Lombardia
2000s Fendi collarless laser-cut leather jacket This 2000s Fendi jacket features a collarless design with intricate laser-cut detailing, showcasing the brand’s refined craftsmanship...
FENDI BY MARC JACOBS S/S 2023 bustier top Runway Look on the Harper's Bazaar !
By Fendi
Located in KRAKÓW, PL
FENDI BY MARC JACOBS SUMMER CAPSULE 2023 Runway Look appeared on the Harper's Bazaar Cover! Whole look available on my other auctions! Size IT38 / eu 34 but in my opinion it will ...
Vintage Fendi Jeans Maxi Wrap Skirt Marled Sage Green
By Fendi
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
Vintage Fendi Jeans wrap maxi skirt in a marled sage-green. Reads as a neutral grey. Wool-blend exterior with a fleece-lined interior in cream. Full wrap construction with overlappin...
vintage FENDI brown buckle flap multi pocket top handle satchenl bag
By Fendi
Located in Hong Kong, NT
vintage FENDI brown buckle flap multi pocket top handle satchenl bag Reference: KNCN/A00009 Brand: Fendi Model: Document satchel Material: Leather Color: Brown Pattern: Solid Closure...
FENDI Peekaboo black topstitch selleria monster eye crossbody briefcase
By Fendi
Located in Hong Kong, NT
FENDI Peekaboo black topstitch selleria monster eye crossbody briefcase Reference: AEMA/A00119 Brand: Fendi Model: Peekaboo Material: Leather Colo...
FENDI brown fur long sleeve crop jacket with detachable collar IT36 XXS
By Fendi
Located in Hong Kong, NT
FENDI brown fur long sleeve crop jacket with detachable collar IT36 XXS Reference: NKLL/A00140 Brand: Fendi Material: Fur Color: Brown Pattern: Animal Print Closure: Button Lining: B...
$5,110
Fendi Leopard Print Coat
By Fendi
Located in London, GB
- Brown/Beige - Leopard print - Collarless - Mid-length - Two slant pockets - Fray detailing on hems - Concealed button placket - Fully lined - Condition: Very Good This pre-owned it...
Fendi by Karl Lagerfeld Reversible Mink Fur Full-Length Oversized Coat, FW 1997
By Fendi, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in London, GB
▪ Brand: Fendi ▪ Creative Director: Karl Lagerfeld ▪ Collection: Fall-Winter 1997 ▪ Fabric: Mink ▪ Size: M/L ▪ Made in: Italy ▪ Condition: Excellent ▪ Mannequin: 183 cm / 6ft ---...
$416Sale Price|20% Off
vintage FENDI Zucca FF Monogram beige canvas leather 90's top handle tote bag
By Fendi
Located in Hong Kong, NT
vintage FENDI Zucca FF Monogram beige canvas leather 90's top handle tote bag Reference: TGAS/B01108 Brand: Fendi Model: Zucca canvas small tote Collection: Zucca Material: Fabric, L...
Rare Fendi crocodile skin iconic vintage baguette bag
By Fendi, Karl Lagerfeld for 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. Exterior: crocodile porosus skin, interior: The measureme...
Fendi Nano Baguette Charm Purple Sequins with Chain
By Fendi
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Fendi Nano Baguette Charm Purple Sequins with Chain These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. CONDITION: MINT Light Scratches on the front buckle DETAILS F...
Fendi Baguette Black Patent Leather Gold Hardware Shoulder Bag
By Fendi
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Fendi Baguette Black Patent Leather Gold Hardware Shoulder Bag These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. Experience a modern twist on a timeless classic wit...
Fendi Micro Baguette Seabeds Pink NIB
By Fendi
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Fendi micro baguette in pink. It's weaved of little plastic balls. On front of it is gold clasp with the typical F logo. The bag can be worn over ...
Fendi By Karl Lagerfeld 2008 Orange And White Backless Silk Chiffon Scarf Top
By Fendi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection is pleased to present a Fendi silk chiffon scarf top designed by Karl Lagerfeld, a striking piece that captures the bold, graphic energy of the late 2000s. Crafted from...
Fendi O’Lock Mini Camera Case New Gold
By Fendi
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Fendi oval mini bag in gold laminated leather. Zip fastening with double slider. Outer back pocket. Featuring a lined internal compartment and gold-finish metalware. Handle drop 1.5”...
$472Sale Price|25% Off
FENDI Vintage yellow nude 100% silk overlay flower petal mini dress IT44 L
By Fendi
Located in Hong Kong, NT
FENDI Vintage yellow nude 100% silk overlay flower petal mini dress IT44 L Reference: AAWC/A01090 Brand: Fendi Material: Silk Color: Yellow, Nude Pattern: Solid Closure: Pullover Lin...
Fendi Burgundy 2Jours Medium Tote Bag
By Fendi
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Classic simple everyday Fendi 2Jours bag in soft burgundy leather. Minor creases on the leather. This is the natural leather version not the shiny ones that tends to peel. Comes with...