Every house of high fashion has its signature item, and the Italian brand Fendi has become well-known on the international stage for its “baguette” style Fendi handbag. These are long, lean, and elegant, mirroring the overall lifestyle approach that the brand pushes forward. Fendi opened up primarily as a purveyor of leather and furs, but since then has branched out to offer a wide range of luxurious fashion items. This includes eyewear, fragrances, watches, and of course, the handbags that have really put them on the map. Under the current leadership of Karl Lagerfeld, Fendi has shown some extra daring and innovation in their designs in the past few seasons.
For women who are interested in handbags to take on their latest vacation that manage to be both practical yet luxurious, the Fendi resort line is hard to beat. The original Fendi handbag is restructured in this line from its traditional leather strap-work to incorporate straw. These straw components are tightly woven together in a posh pattern, creating a new effect that brings to mind the classic looks of Capri in the 1950’s. These handbags, combined with the signature Fendi eyewear, are the perfect accessories to set off a bathing suit or caftan and a fresh tan.
A commonly seen decorative component on the Fendi handbag is the logo, which is a set of interlocking “F’s.” This is the way to let the world know that you support Fendi, and that this is a brand that speaks to you and your personal lifestyle. While there are seemingly unlimited knockoffs that also feature this logo, a true Fendi will be instantly recognizable for the quality of the leather that is used, and for the proportions of the bag. No space is wasted, though the shape of the bag could be distressed or dressed up with pleats or ruffles.
One of the dominant trends in designer handbags in the past decade has been the use of rainbow colors, which is a welcome splash of cheer after the predominance of grey and black throughout much of the 1990’s. The Fendi handbag design range has also benefited from this trend, with many of the smaller bags sporting small rainbow tassels or other small touches that help dress up the overall look of the piece. If a woman is sticking to a stylish and basic black wardrobe, it’s these small details in the accessories that can move her outfit forward into the realm of the avant-garde.
