Fendi Black Leather Claudia Chain Shoulder Bag
View Similar Items
Fendi Black Leather Claudia Chain Shoulder Bag
About the Item
- Designer:
- Brand:
- Dimensions:Height: 7.88 in (20 cm)Width: 3.55 in (9 cm)Length: 12.21 in (31 cm)
- Style:Claudia Chain (In the Style Of)
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Gently Used EXTERIOR: Minor color marks / scuffs / creases. HANDLE(S): Minor scuffs. LINING: Minor whiten marks. HARDWARE: Minor scratches / discoloration.
- Seller Location:Dubai, AE
- Reference Number:Seller: 6070791stDibs: LU1310115758262
Fendi
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.
- Givenchy Beige Leather Zip HoboBy GivenchyLocated in Dubai, Al Qouz 2Add a luxurious touch to your collection of accessories with this Givenchy hobo. It is made from embossed leather. It comes in an understated beige hue. It is styled with short handl...Category
2010s Chinese Hobo Bags
- Jimmy Choo Light Brown Suede Swarovski Grant HoboBy Jimmy ChooLocated in Dubai, Al Qouz 2This Grant Hobo from the house of Jimmy Choo is designed in a light brown suede body with Swarovski embellishment all over. It comes with a top zipper closure and fitted with a uniqu...Category
2010s Italian Hobo Bags
- Valentino Beige Leather Frame Baguette BagBy ValentinoLocated in Dubai, Al Qouz 2This beautiful bag by Valentino in beige leather has a minimalistic appeal. It is meant to be carried in your hand or on your shoulder. The fabric interior ensures room for your phon...Category
2010s Italian Shoulder Bags
- Burberry Beige Coated Canvas And Leather Small Brooklyn HoboBy BurberryLocated in Dubai, Al Qouz 2This adorable Brooklyn hobo from the house of Burberry is perfect for carrying your girly essentials in style. It features a beautiful check coated canvas exterior accented leather a...Category
2010s Italian Hobo Bags
- Burberry Beige Quilted Nylon and Patent Leather Manor SatchelBy BurberryLocated in Dubai, Al Qouz 2Made from quilted nylon and leather, this one will make a spectacular addition to any contemporary outfit. This practical and stylish satchel in a beautiful beige colour can be paire...Category
2010s Italian Shoulder Bags
- Gucci Beige Suede And Leather Shoulder BagBy GucciLocated in Dubai, Al Qouz 2Simple, sleek and stylish, this shoulder bag is by Gucci and crafted in Italy. It has been made from suede & leather and carries a beige hue. It has dual handles, canvas interior, bl...Category
2010s Italian Shoulder Bags
- Chanel 21P Caramel Caviar Jumbo Classic Double Flap BagBy ChanelLocated in New York, NYListing Title: Chanel 21P Caramel Caviar Jumbo Classic Double Flap Bag SKU: 131705 MSRP: 11000.00 Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: A timeless cl...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags
- Chanel Beige Lambskin Leather 10" Medium Double Flap Classic BagBy ChanelLocated in New York, NYChanel Beige Lambskin Leather 10" Medium Double Flap Classic Bag with Goldtone Hardware Made In: France Year of Production: Color: Light beige, gold Hardware: Goldtone Materials: La...Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags
- HERMES Biscuit beige Swift leather CONSTANCE 18 MINI Bag w PalladiumBy HermèsLocated in Zürich, CH100% authentic Hermès Constance 18 mini shoulder bag in Biscuit Swift leather. Palladium H-Buckle closure. Lined in Veau Swift leather. Insi...Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags
- Chanel Vintage Beige Leather Envelope Flap BagBy ChanelLocated in Palm Beach, FLThis authentic Chanel Beige Leather Vintage Envelope Flap Bag is in excellent plus condition. An early vintage piece is rarely found as nearly pristine as this beautiful classic. N...Category
20th Century European Structured Shoulder Bags
- Chanel Pink Python Jumbo Double Flap Classic BagBy ChanelLocated in Palm Beach, FLThis authentic Chanel Pink Python Jumbo Classic is in great condition. No longer in production, exotic classics are highly collectible. Ballerina...Category
2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags
- Hermès Argile Swift Leather & Veau Grizzly Suede Toolbox 33By HermèsLocated in Bishop's Stortford, HertfordshireHermès Argile Swift Leather & Veau Grizzly Suede Toolbox 33 CONDITION NOTES The exterior is in excellent condition with light signs of use. The interior is...Category
2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags
Recently Viewed
View AllRead More
The Fendi Baguette Is an ‘It’ Bag Again, 25 Years After Its Introduction
Iconic Italian fashion houses Fendi and Versace teamed up on this delightfully outrageous Fendace reimagining.
14 Iconic Luxury Handbags and the Stories behind Them
When the name of a bag is as well-known as its brand, you know it's a classic.