Hilary Duff has some heavy lifting in store for her — and we’re not talking about her gorgeous pinkish-beige Fendi Camelia handbag or that massive engagement ring she’s sporting. The star suited up in a red workout top to hit the gym, and couldn’t resist bringing her Fendi purse along as a fabulous gym bag substitute. Can’t say I blame her!
Indulge your creative streak with the latest artsy offering fromFendi. The new Baguette Needlepoint Kit is sure to delight those fashionistas who daydream of designing their own purses or are sure they can do better than high-end labels. Now is the time to test that theory out, ladies. This kit contains a natural fabric baguette with gold hardware, multicolored thread in a variety of hues, five needles, three thimbles and a few design cards. Thebaguette even arrives with two interchange handles – one is made of leather to complement a chic design, the other is fabric to match a more conservative look. Either way, you or a lucky recipient will have plenty of fun building a new baguette!Available to pre-order for $995 at Neiman Marcus.
I can’t wait for all the blooms of spring to arrive. The pink buds on the trees are trying so hard to break out. The pointed tips of the tulips are beginning to sprout from the ground. What better way to pay tribute to the lovely season than to wear a garden right on your arm? This Fendi Floral Zucca Shopper features a painterly print of roses and florals. The gold Fendi logo hardware hangs like a charm over the bag, giving it some subtle shine. $990 at Bergdorf Goodman
The Fendi Floral Baguette is available for pre-order and I’m on the fence. Is this bag boho chic? Or a little too great-aunt’ Mabel’s cross stitch? On the one hand, it has a very hippie, nature’s child, spring-has-sprung vibe, but on the other, I’m concerned my grandma’s Bunko buddy might be carrying the same bag as me. The size and shape of this designer purse are both lovely, and the flowers are hand-embroidered, making it seem more like a work of art than your average handbag. The bag is straw with leather accents, which is very light and seasonally appropriate, and if I can just get over my fear of premature aging, I’m sure it’ll be a great addition to my collection! Available at Nordstrom for $1,960.
Fendi’s Selleria Metallic Satchel is the kind of purse you end up liking than most people you know. The easy structure is flawlessly constructed – the bag retains its shape but never looks too stiff or messy. The pleating at the bottom and cello-shaped seams on both sides are clever design features that give the tote character and depth. Pebbled leather in gun metal grey is an excellent substitute for standard black or stayed brown and the burnished gold embellishments provide a little shine and a hint of contrast to main material. The unique belted closure on the side is a stellar detail that truly sets the bag apart as one of a kind. Get this bag at Saks Fifth Avenue for $3,200.
Sometimes when you’re hitting the town in that perfect LBD, the one thing you need to spice up your look is a sassy purse to provide a pop of color. The Fendi Mini Leather Shoulder Bag in red can give you just that. Compact like a clutch, but with a gorgeous gold chain, the Mini Leather Shoulder bag can safely store your essentials while you’re out. The exterior is 100% leather embossed with the Fendi logo, but this monochrome bagisn’t nearly as in your face as some of the other logo purses on the market. Adding to the sass factor is a tassel on the end of the zipper closure. Shown in red, this little gem is also available in classic black. Available at Saks Fifth Avenue for $595
It’s hard to decide whether it is the simple yet stunning design of this Fendi bag that attracted me first or the rose pattern over the designer signature. One thing is for sure – you won’t go unnoticed with the Fendi Rose Zucca Medium Chef Bag in tow. The traditional brown mat canvas handbag is given a more feminine look with a sprinkling of dozens of roses and rosebuds. The brown leather trim on the front flap highlights the delicate folds of the purse and the shiny Fendi bag tag adds the finishing touch. The lined interior holds a convenient pocket to tuck away your lipstick and compact or keep your cell phone close at hand. There is hardly a place where the Fendi Rose Zucca Medium Chef Bagwon’t fit in – from a latte in the morning to a romantic dinner and a nightcap in the evening. Available at Forzieri for $830
Hot color? Check. Minimal yet glamorous styling? Check. Designer label? Check. Function? Er…well. That may well be the only drawback of this Fendi Neoprene Laptop Case, which by all other accounts is pretty darn appealing. It makes a case (no pun intended) for itself with its vibrant, spring-or-summer-worthy fuchsia hue, and it stands out for miles with that alone. It fits a 13-inch laptop, which is all well and good, but I’d hope that for $430 Fendi could also throw in a shoulder strap. Just a thought!Available for $430 at Net-a-Porter.
Well this little Fendi Arazzo Needlepoint Peek-a-Boo Bag is quite a spectacular floral arrangement! Its black with multicolor floral needlepoint design makes me wish, just the tiniest bit, that I was crafty enough to either design something this fancy or just do needle point period. O.k. I’m over it, onto the details of this subtle summer bag! It features extremely elaborate tan leather detail with contrast top-stitching and a turn-lock closure with an engraved logo detail. The gold hardware and top handle with rings cinch the deal on this purse, it’s now officially to be known as fancy pants! Available for $6,980 Luxury purse
