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The Fendy Spy is the legendary handbag of the high-profile, internationally-known Italian design house, Fendi. A favorite of up-and-coming young Hollywood actresses and socialites alike, this handbag, in all its various forms and evolutions, has become a staple in the handbag wardrobe of fashionable women the world over.

This hugely desirable handbag is the artistic creation of Fendi Creative Director, German designer Karl Lagerfeld. The slouchy, heavily embellished styling of the spy satchel is in direct opposition to the subtle, structured bags Lagerfeld designs at Chanel. In keeping with racier Italian fashion, the Fendi Spy gives Lagerfeld the freedom to push the fashion envelope in a more avant-garde way.

The Fendi Spy is a bit of a rebel. Its bohemian yet sophisticated look includes liberal use of embellishment, extensive beadwork and embroidery and layers of buttery leather. Its artistry, combined with its incredible exposure on the arms of the famous, has given the Fendi Spy an almost legendary, rock star quality. Like the hip, young starlets and hard-core fashionistas who carry the Fendi Spy, this is one handbag that doesn’t shy away from the limelight.

Crafted from the highest quality materials, the Fendi Spy has been created season after season using luxury materials including supple leather and patent leather, silk, denim and plush velvet. The bag’s (often braided) top handles are its hallmark along with its sack-like appearance. Inner lining typically consists of satin or quality canvas. Each Fendi Spy bag also features a signature hidden coin purse.

Luxury comes with a price, however, and the Fendi Spy usually starts at around $2,000. The price tag can reach as high as $6,000 to $7,000 for bags with more detailing. For those who cannot live without their Fendi Spy, however, it’s a small price to pay for the luxury and sophisticated image they crave.