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JessieRose · Jul 25th, 2009, 12:34 PM

Originally Posted by Southern-Belle

Chef

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The Chef looks better in person. I prefer the one with the darker brown leather. I like the De Jour bag as well.

Maxi Shoulder Baguette
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I have the Fendi Black Maxi Baguette with the glazed/textured leather (as shown above) and it is STUNNING...I feel it is classic...kind of similar to Chanel's style but wth the beautiful Fendi Forever Gold clasp at the front and the beautiful adjustable gold chain straps....it is very classy!!

The Gilt Groupe has Fendi sale going on right now with different colors...like 50% off...there may still be some available!!! There is....for half of what it retails for!! http://www.gilt.com/s/fendi/product/14675879. It may not be the color you like but they have the smaller version for sale in different colors also!

JessieRose · Jul 25th, 2009, 12:38 PM

Originally Posted by gotbighair

Like LOREBUNDE, my friend loves her cognac spy bag...she loves the size and the look of it. She knows it's not as popular anymore but she still loves it and uses it all the time.

I just define a classic bag by it's resale value and consistent popularity. I mean, if it was still so coveted, why am I seeing Fendi Spy bags at resellers for $895-1100 (my spy cost me 2600 and it was sold for $895 at a resale shop - Fashionphile btw). If you look at Chanel flaps, they sell for almost retail value (some even higher). That's what I meant by it not being considered a classic, IMO.

A couple of years ago, it used to be all over the place...recently I haven't seen it at all.

But what it comes down to is if YOU like the bag. It doesn't matter what other people think. Good luck on your hunt. We can't wait for your reveal!!

You have a good point but if you can buy one from a reseller for $850-$1100 then you can later resell it and not lose much, IMO. That is usually what I do...but I liked the spy bag so much more when I saw it in person...mmmmm blueberry!!!

I agree, it doesnt hold its value like Chanels do....but I do think the spy bag is what Fendi is all about..it is my favorite of all my Fendis.

IrisCole · Jul 25th, 2009, 01:58 PM

Originally Posted by JessieRose

You have a good point but if you can buy one from a reseller for $850-$1100 then you can later resell it and not lose much, IMO. That is usually what I do...but I liked the spy bag so much more when I saw it in person...mmmmm blueberry!!!

I agree, it doesnt hold its value like Chanels do....but I do think the spy bag is what Fendi is all about..it is my favorite of all my Fendis.

In terms of money, I totally agree with this. The only two brands where you can be pretty certain to get back what you paid (retail) if you resell are Chanel and Hermes. There are lots of others brands/styles that don't hold their original retail value, but are still considered classics: the LV Speedy, a Gucci hobo, a Prada tote...buy what you

prestwick · Jul 26th, 2009, 09:14 PM

what about the Selleria bags..the hobo is great...classic lines and simple...leather is like iron..very durable..there are also dr, bags and the roll tote

pro_shopper · Aug 3rd, 2009, 02:18 PM

I am in love with the peek a boo!

Venice04 · Sep 3rd, 2009, 11:26 PM

I have the medium Zucca Chef and I love it! I bought it last year at the Bellagio in Las Vegas. I like the dark brown trim the best. The SA's there are always so friendly and helpful.

albee · Sep 4th, 2009, 06:23 AM

Peek-a-boo! Too chic. Go for it xxx

pinksugah · Sep 11th, 2009, 12:54 AM

Peek-a-boo bags are HOT!

DancinDiva1469 · Sep 12th, 2009, 01:30 AM

I am a big purse collector and new to the forum.... I am also looking to purchase my first FENDI....any suggestions on a great starter bag?

friendlyviper · Oct 3rd, 2009, 01:27 PM

If you carry that much you definitely need a large size. The Spy is a great bag, it just keeps expanding. I also have the Bubble Chef and this is also a large bag ( hello in there...). I think it is easier to get in and out of than the spy. If you use it all the time the spy will wear at the piping at the handle base. I have not had any wear on either of my chefs.
If you are set on the spy, hang in there you will find what you are looking for. I purchased all of my spy's through *bay, only after authenticating here. Also check out Bonanzle.com. Many TPF'ers have gone over as *bay charges the seller huge fees and it's policies toward authentic bags tends to keep the authentic one's out and the fakes in. Just my opinion.

atung66 · Oct 3rd, 2009, 10:45 PM

I say the Peek-A-Boo bag! it's so classic & chic that's timeless but fashionable!! I am starting collecting all different type of them! I just got a beaded one!

hotshot · Oct 6th, 2009, 09:31 PM

Crazy for the peek a boo.. saw it in leopard and red.. gorgeous

katebags · Oct 7th, 2009, 08:18 PM

Like "Gotbighair", I was into the Spy bag too back in 2006 and loved it

Since then, I have been off Fendi until recently.....I am so in love with the Peek-a-boo bag. Couldn't resist it so I got myself the SS 2009 black patent one with intricate gold leather inlay and lined in black suede (Gotbighair's posted earlier). Beautifully made and it has both gold and silver tone hardware on it!
I can't tell you enough how luxe it feels and so very elegant, chic and COOL all at the same time.
You've got lots of choices and there's plenty of info on all the bags. Happy bag-hunting!

Jul 26th, 2009, 09:14 PM	#19
prestwick Member Joined: Dec 2007 Posts: 336	what about the Selleria bags..the hobo is great...classic lines and simple...leather is like iron..very durable..there are also dr, bags and the roll tote
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Aug 3rd, 2009, 02:18 PM	#20
pro_shopper ♥dreaming of Chanel♥ Joined: Apr 2007 Posts: 3,282	I am in love with the peek a boo!
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Sep 3rd, 2009, 11:26 PM	#21
Venice04 Member Joined: Aug 2009 Posts: 29	I have the medium Zucca Chef and I love it! I bought it last year at the Bellagio in Las Vegas. I like the dark brown trim the best. The SA's there are always so friendly and helpful.
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Sep 4th, 2009, 06:23 AM	#22
albee Member Joined: Jan 2009 Location: UK Posts: 69	Peek-a-boo! Too chic. Go for it xxx
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Sep 11th, 2009, 12:54 AM	#23
pinksugah Member Joined: Aug 2006 Posts: 398	Peek-a-boo bags are HOT!
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Sep 12th, 2009, 01:30 AM	#24
DancinDiva1469 Member Joined: Sep 2009 Location: Westchester, NY Posts: 4	*I am a big purse collector and new to the forum.... I am also looking to purchase my first FENDI....any suggestions on a great starter bag?*

Oct 3rd, 2009, 01:27 PM	#25
friendlyviper Newly Addicted Joined: Jun 2008 Location: The Beautiful Ever-Changing Ozarks Posts: 116	If you carry that much you definitely need a large size. The Spy is a great bag, it just keeps expanding. I also have the Bubble Chef and this is also a large bag ( hello in there...). I think it is easier to get in and out of than the spy. If you use it all the time the spy will wear at the piping at the handle base. I have not had any wear on either of my chefs. If you are set on the spy, hang in there you will find what you are looking for. I purchased all of my spy's through bay, only after authenticating here. Also check out Bonanzle.com. Many TPF'ers have gone over as bay charges the seller huge fees and it's policies toward authentic bags tends to keep the authentic one's out and the fakes in. Just my opinion.
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Oct 3rd, 2009, 10:45 PM	#26
atung66 Sofa King Banned Joined: Sep 2009 Location: California Posts: 80	Fendi Peek-a-boo is a must have!! I say the Peek-A-Boo bag! it's so classic & chic that's timeless but fashionable!! I am starting collecting all different type of them! I just got a beaded one!

Oct 6th, 2009, 09:31 PM	#27
hotshot Member Joined: Apr 2007 Posts: 2,860	Crazy for the peek a boo.. saw it in leopard and red.. gorgeous
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Oct 7th, 2009, 08:18 PM	#28
katebags Member Joined: Mar 2009 Location: 101,190 Posts: 27	What Fendi bag would you recommend? Like "Gotbighair", I was into the Spy bag too back in 2006 and loved it Since then, I have been off Fendi until recently.....I am so in love with the Peek-a-boo bag. Couldn't resist it so I got myself the SS 2009 black patent one with intricate gold leather inlay and lined in black suede (Gotbighair's posted earlier). Beautifully made and it has both gold and silver tone hardware on it! I can't tell you enough how luxe it feels and so very elegant, chic and COOL all at the same time. You've got lots of choices and there's plenty of info on all the bags. Happy bag-hunting!
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