Who on here still adores Fendi Spy bags?

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#173
So.....hi friends!

I find myself in a nutty situation. I didn't mean to be buying a bag today. I was snooping around eBay as a distraction as I've got a sudden surgery scheduled for next week and shouldn't be spending money. But someone just made me an offer of a Fendi bag that I never knew I think I need. Haha.

I don't know anything about Fendi. Have never touched one. It is a Spy bag. I cannot tell if it is dated or not, but it seems that many of you still carry and enjoy yours.


This particular bag is nappa/calf/tortuga. Tell me something, anything, about this bag or your thoughts or this combination. I don't carry white, but maybe I can be convinced.

I like the knotted handles, but maybe the tortuga print would be cool.

I don't know what to ask. What do you want to tell me? Should I be enabled or shown the door? I've got a time clock on my head. The price seems good. I think the leather is in good condition but sorely needs a cleaning.

I'm open to anything you have to say.

Thanks!
 
#175
RTone said:
This is beyond gorgeous. :yahoo: I love this bag!
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I love it too! This is super unexpected. I thought I'd get one just for old time's sake. I know it's not everyone's cup of tea but I got a lot of compliments when I used it. A daughter of a friend is looking for one now. She said "it's so gorgeous and cool, looks like a Bottega pouch on steroids" hahaha.

I am torn if I want Fendi to reissue it. On the one hand, it would be cool to see this getting popular again. But on the other hand, I like that it's not mainstream. It makes people take a second look at it. In any case, I am totally happy I got it.
 
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#176
MidlifeFashionPrincess said:
So.....hi friends!

I find myself in a nutty situation. I didn't mean to be buying a bag today. I was snooping around eBay as a distraction as I've got a sudden surgery scheduled for next week and shouldn't be spending money. But someone just made me an offer of a Fendi bag that I never knew I think I need. Haha.

I don't know anything about Fendi. Have never touched one. It is a Spy bag. I cannot tell if it is dated or not, but it seems that many of you still carry and enjoy yours.


This particular bag is nappa/calf/tortuga. Tell me something, anything, about this bag or your thoughts or this combination. I don't carry white, but maybe I can be convinced.

I like the knotted handles, but maybe the tortuga print would be cool.

I don't know what to ask. What do you want to tell me? Should I be enabled or shown the door? I've got a time clock on my head. The price seems good. I think the leather is in good condition but sorely needs a cleaning.

I'm open to anything you have to say.

Thanks!
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Hi there! The Fendi spy is an old bag design and was an "it bag" in 2000s. Since it is an old design and has not been reissued, it might look dated. But if you like the design, I think it's super cool to use it even if it's no longer an "it bag". If you think it is a good price for the condition of the bag, go for it! Just make sure that you check for authenticity first. And who knows, Fendi might just decide to reissue it, and if they do, the prices of the vintage versions will surely soar high (just like the Dior saddle, Prada nylon, and recently, Gucci Jackie). But even if it doesn't get reissued, I think having a spy bag is totally worth it! :)
 
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pretty_wommon said:
The Fendi spy is an old bag design and was an "it bag" in 2000s.
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Yes, I'm starting to figure that out. Back in 2000, I could hardly spell "It." Hahaha!

Thanks for the comment. My post was pretty hard to pin down. I was trying to make a fast decision and didn't know what my questions were since I am so unfamiliar with Fendi.

I bought it for under $300. I am such a sucker for Nappa. Honestly, it's a little weird looking to me, but I like it for its weirdness.

I looked at all the (few) YouTubes about it and they all have the woven knot handles that look very cool. The one I bought has tortuga handles. I have a couple of questions about that--

It is embossed turtle, right? I'm sure it's not real turtle. I actually have a pair of turtle boots from the 60s and even though it was before the ban, they are hard for me to wear. That said, they would look super cool with this bag. Anyhoo, because of the ban and the year this came out, it must be embossed.

Also, was the turtle handle considered an upgrade? A lower option? Just an option? Not that it matters, but I am curious.

Lastly (pardon my ramble). I don't wear white bags. I have two and never wear them. This white bag needs a good cleaning or color retouch, so I'm thinking about changing the color altogether. I don't know if that would ruin the bag or not. I'm sure Fendi purists would throw rotten apples at me, but is there any world in which a recolored Fendi is, you know, okay?

I mean, it's my bag and my money and I don't expect scorn on the street, but would I ever be able to sell it if I decide it's not for me anymore?

I can't wait to see it. I'll do an unveiling when it gets here.

That's a silly and unanswerable question, but I'm tossing it out for grins.
 
#178
Well, that was a lot of excitement over nothing.

I received my Spy today. I pulled it out and immediately thought "eew!" The tortuga looked ridiculously fake, the nappy was not soft at all (nothing like my LV or BV nappa), and it just was all around kind of gross.

So, I started looking at it very closely. The number on the interior label doesn't exactly match the authenticity card, the hologram is a sticker that is sliding off, the snap on the coin pouch is broken off, the lining pulls out (it shouldn't, right?), the metal plate inside that is sewn on to the leather label is off centered, and golly, what else? Maybe that's it, but isn't that enough?

Methinks I just bought a fake. I'll be following up with the seller today.

So let's review. First, I made a fool of myself by asking silly and unanswerable questions, and then I doubly made a fool of myself for buying this wreck of a bag.

I think I'll hide under a rock for a few days.

Poo.
 
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MidlifeFashionPrincess said:
Well, that was a lot of excitement over nothing.

I received my Spy today. I pulled it out and immediately thought "eew!" The tortuga looked ridiculously fake, the nappy was not soft at all (nothing like my LV or BV nappa), and it just was all around kind of gross.

So, I started looking at it very closely. The number on the interior label doesn't exactly match the authenticity card, the hologram is a sticker that is sliding off, the snap on the coin pouch is broken off, the lining pulls out (it shouldn't, right?), the metal plate inside that is sewn on to the leather label is off centered, and golly, what else? Maybe that's it, but isn't that enough?

Methinks I just bought a fake. I'll be following up with the seller today.

So let's review. First, I made a fool of myself by asking silly and unanswerable questions, and then I doubly made a fool of myself for buying this wreck of a bag.

I think I'll hide under a rock for a few days.

Poo.
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So sorry to hear about the fake bag. But don't feel bad about asking questions - i do ask a lot of questions here too. This is what this community is for :heart: and sometimes, we come here for support and it's really helpful when choosing a bag. I hope you get your money back! Thanks for sharing your experience, it is helpful for those who are buying pre-loved online. :love:
 
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