Fendi Pequin FF Logo Shopping Tote
About the Item
- Designer:
- Brand:
- Dimensions:Height: 11 in (27.94 cm)Width: 4 in (10.16 cm)Length: 13.5 in (34.29 cm)
- Style:Pequin FF Logo Shopping Tote (In the Style Of)
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Condition:Overall: Excellent. Exterior: No significant signs of wear. Interior: Nothing to note.
- Seller Location:Atlanta, GA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2716221292162
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.
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: Atlanta, GA
- Return PolicyThis item cannot be returned.
- Christian Dior by John Galliano 2006 Navy Diorissimo Vintage Book ToteBy Christian DiorLocated in Atlanta, GAThe Navy Diorissimo Vintage Book Tote from Christian Dior by John Galliano fuses practicality with style in denim canvas with silver hardware, a mag...Category
Early 2000s Italian Tote Bags
- Prada Navy Crochet Woven Canapa ToteBy PradaLocated in Atlanta, GAWe love this laid back beauty with ample space and the perfect crochet motif! Crafted in crocheted raffia, in a gorgeous navy tone, with silver-tone hardware, and an open top. The ta...Category
2010s Italian Tote Bags
- Prada Black Tessuto Nylon Classic ToteBy PradaLocated in Atlanta, GATimeless 90s treasure! This is suitable for every wardrobe collection. Crafted in black tessuto nylon with the signature Prada logo plate, dual rolled shoulder straps, silver-tone ha...Category
1990s Italian Tote Bags
- Yves Saint Laurent Black Crocodile Embossed Leather Bold ToteBy Saint LaurentLocated in Atlanta, GAMake a bold and luxurious statement with this black crocodile embossed leather bold tote. Crafted from crocodile-embossed leather in classic black, this tote exudes elegance. The sil...Category
2010s Italian Tote Bags
- Chanel Beige Grand Shopping ToteBy ChanelLocated in Atlanta, GAGorgeous, elegant, classic Chanel tan/beige quilted Caviar leather Chanel Grand Shopping Tote from the 2013 collection. This beauty is rendered with a v...Category
2010s French Tote Bags
- Yves Saint Laurent White Logo ToteBy Yves Saint LaurentLocated in Atlanta, GAElevate your ensemble with the Yves Saint Laurent White Logo Tote. Crafted from premium calfskin leather in pristine white, it exudes timeless elegance. Adorned with silver-tone hard...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags
- 2018 Chanel Gabrielle Maxi Black Leather Top Shoulder BagBy ChanelLocated in Torre Del Greco, ITChanel signed bag, Gabrielle model, size XL, made in black leather with gold hardware. Equipped with a top zip closure, internally lined in red canvas, very roomy. Equipped with a le...Category
2010s Hobo Bags
- Chanel Shopping Vintage 90s Rare Logo Cc Mesh Sport Tote Black Nylon BackpackBy ChanelLocated in Miami, FLChanel Vintage 90s Rare Logo CC Mesh Sport Bag Tote Backpack Spring 2004 Mesh drawstring backpack Rubber CC Logo front detail Rope shoulder straps Made in FranceCategory
Early 2000s French Backpacks
- Chanel 1991 Vintage Classic Flap Rare Quilted Black Lambskin Shoulder BagBy ChanelLocated in Miami, FLChanel Rare 1991 Vintage Lambskin Quilted Classic Flap Bag 1991 {VINTAGE 31 Years} Gold hardware CC Turnlock Closure Texturized stud hardware Classic flap back pocket Quilted Leathe...Category
1990s French Structured Shoulder Bags
- Chanel 1991 Camera Case Vintage Rare Chevron Logo Quilted Fringe Grey Wool ToteBy ChanelLocated in Miami, FLChanel Grey Chevron Logo Wool Tassel Fringe Tote 1991 {VINTAGE 32 YEARS} Grey Chevron diamond wool print CC stitched logo on exterior Gold hardware Classic interwoven lamb leather c...Category
1990s Italian Tote Bags
- Louis Vuitton Monogram & Monogram Reverse Canvas Onthego GMBy Louis VuittonLocated in New York, NYListing Title: Louis Vuitton Monogram & Monogram Reverse Canvas Onthego GM SKU: 124957 MSRP: 3250.00 Condition: Pre-owned Handbag Condition: Very Good Condition Comments: Very Good ...Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Tote Bags
- Valentino Garavani Black Beaded Black Fur & Leather Tote Bag Style HandbagBy Valentino Garavani, ValentinoLocated in Portland, ORThis incredible Valentino handbag is so exquisite! The bag is completely covered in beautifully beaded fur and it has double leather handles and a leather b...Category
Early 2000s European Tote 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.