First off, forget about perfection. I mean, seriously. We’re talking “best batch,” not “flawless replica that’ll fool Anna Wintour herself.” You’re probably thinking reps, right? Let’s be real, sometimes you just gotta scratch that designer itch without selling a kidney. I won’t judge (much).
Now, *where* to find this elusive “best batch?” Well, that’s the million-dollar question, isn’t it? The RealReal and Vestiaire Collective get mentioned a lot for buying authentic Fendis, but we’re not exactly on that train right now, are we? We’re looking for a good dupe.
I think the *real* key is understanding what makes a Fendi, well, a Fendi. The Baguette, of course, that little 2000s icon that everyone and their grandma had a knockoff of (and probably still do somewhere in the attic). Then there’s the Peekaboo, all sophisticated and stuff. And I’ve been kinda digging that Loop Bag from the 2022 Cruise show – super contemporary, or so they say. Honestly, it looked kinda funny to me.
So, when you’re sniffing around for your “best batch” (and let’s be honest, it’s gonna involve some serious lurking on subreddits and maybe even a dodgy WhatsApp contact), you gotta look for the details. Stitching. Hardware. Does the leather *feel* right? Does it smell like genuine leather or like a chemical factory exploded? Big difference, people.
And like, don’t be afraid to ask for photos. Lots of photos. Like, *every* angle. Get up close and personal. Maybe even ask for a video. If the seller’s dodgy about that, red flag city, you know?
Listen, I’m not gonna lie. This whole quest for the “best batch” is a bit of a gamble. You might end up with something that looks like it was chewed on by a badger. Or you might strike gold and bag (pun intended!) something that looks surprisingly legit.
Honestly? Sometimes it’s better to just buy a cute, good quality, *unbranded* bag. You get the look without the guilt, and nobody’s gonna be squinting at your logo trying to figure out if it’s real. Just my two cents. Plus, you know, supporting independent designers is pretty cool too.
