*ULTRA RARE* Fendi ‘Lemons’ Beaded Baguette
As the saying goes; - when life gives you lemons, turn them into a Baguette! Fendi creative director Silvia Venturini sure understood this statement better than anyone when it comes to the Baguette, an essential part of the brand DNA. Launched in 1997 by, it was hailed as the original 'it bag,' and quickly became a cultural phenomenon, earning it a spot on TIME's 100 greatest fashion icons list, further testament to its timeless appeal.
The Baguette has been reinvented hundreds of times over the years, in a multitude of materials and patterns which, to a true collector, present an endless treasure pursuit. Fendi Baguettes, particularly those of the rare vintage kind, have their worth rooted much deeper than mere arm candy - their beauty is in the artistry of their design, their unique backstory, and the iconic status certain styles have earned over the years.
As the saying goes; - when life gives you lemons, turn them into a Baguette! Fendi creative director Silvia Venturini sure understood this statement better than anyone when it comes to the Baguette, an essential part of the brand DNA. Launched in 1997 by, it was hailed as the original 'it bag,' and quickly became a cultural phenomenon, earning it a spot on TIME's 100 greatest fashion icons list, further testament to its timeless appeal.
The Baguette has been reinvented hundreds of times over the years, in a multitude of materials and patterns which, to a true collector, present an endless treasure pursuit. Fendi Baguettes, particularly those of the rare vintage kind, have their worth rooted much deeper than mere arm candy - their beauty is in the artistry of their design, their unique backstory, and the iconic status certain styles have earned over the years.
As the saying goes; - when life gives you lemons, turn them into a Baguette! Fendi creative director Silvia Venturini sure understood this statement better than anyone when it comes to the Baguette, an essential part of the brand DNA. Launched in 1997 by, it was hailed as the original 'it bag,' and quickly became a cultural phenomenon, earning it a spot on TIME's 100 greatest fashion icons list, further testament to its timeless appeal.
The Baguette has been reinvented hundreds of times over the years, in a multitude of materials and patterns which, to a true collector, present an endless treasure pursuit. Fendi Baguettes, particularly those of the rare vintage kind, have their worth rooted much deeper than mere arm candy - their beauty is in the artistry of their design, their unique backstory, and the iconic status certain styles have earned over the years.
This piece is a very rare find on the luxury resale market due to its unique details, notably the eye-catching beaded lemon embroidery and striking exotic leather trimmings on the handle and around signature FF logo magnetic closure. The embroidery is in excellent condition, no beads missing. The handle and fabric has slight overall stickiness which is normal for an item of this age. There are no notable flaws overall. Please refer to images and condition rank to inform your decision.
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C - The item has a lot of life in it but it may show some noticeable signs of usage. Items described as good have some visible signs of wear. This may include discolouration, hardware scratches, colour fading. No major damage but could benefit from spa or repair.
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L: 25.5cm x H: 15cm x W: 5cm
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Original dust bag + LBC branded dust bag.
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