Review - Fendi

Long time, no post - but this store was such a tragedy, I just had to.

After last season's gorgeous clothes, this release just can't compare. And if you're looking for a cheaper alternative, don't forget about my post on Faking Fendi bags in the starplaza.

The bad starts with the item selection - of all the possible items from so many years of being in business, they chose some of the absolute worst items from the 2018 season. While I can understand that they're eager to actually get the trends up on time for once, there were so many more lovely - aka not hideous - items from their recent launch too. Instead, they chose to use items as worn by Bella Hadid and Kendall Jenner - basically, the last people I'd personally go to for fashion advice, even if they don't get a say in their runway outfits. The Stardoll prices reflect their medicrity - tribute-twenties mixed with over expectant thirties.

Seriously, though, their 2018 pre-fall collection is my definition of a must-have collection. There's prints and statement pieces. There's basics. There's textures. But oh no, we couldn't possibly get that now, could we?

My (Unrealistic) Wishlist - Fendi Items

Fendi Pre-Fall 2018

Fendi Spring 2017

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Faking Fendi: Stylings + Reviews

I decided to combine my stylings with item reviews, to judge whether or not these are worth buying compared to tribute versions.

I tried to keep in mind the price point as well when rating them.

Minimalism: Classic Fendi Bag

It was only when I started trying to style this that I discovered what an odd shade of grey it actually is. Which, as a sole grey in a coloured or monchrome look, isn't such a bad thing. It does become an issue though is when you go to pair it with blacks and other greys. But I was determined to do it, and I'm fairly impressed with the end result.

There's a lot of layering and, yes, decor potential with this bag, so there's not a lot to loose.

Rating: 8.25/10 - Will undoubtedly wear again!

Mr: Monster Backpack

The cheapest of the lot, and unfortunately for good reason. It was very difficult to figure out how to position it in the doll - which leg, and in front or behind he pants. No position looked all that realistic, due to the odd position and angle of it. I did end up liking the blue and orange, but outside of using those two, not many colours would look decent with this one.

It's a shame, because the concept is super cute and the graphics are pretty decent.

Rating: 6/10 - I'll forget I bought this by next week.

It Girls: Olivia Shoulder Bag

My instant issue, as was addressed in the previous post, is the fact that this just isn't Fendi enough. If I'm shelling out for a piece of brand-inspired goodness, I want to know who it's buy just by looking at it. I should need to go on google or read the label. 

In saying that, it's still super cute, very cheap, absolutely trending and almost too easy to style. You can never have too many black bags!

Rating: 7.5/10 - User-friendly staple piece. 

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Faking Fendi : Bags

Fendi stormed into the starplaza this week, not only with the iconic bags but this time with clothes as well.

But while I was writing The Alternatives post for Stardoll Starspot, I noted a few fendi-like items that were still in the plaza. I also saw, thanks to SMW readers and Facebook, a number of old, non-plaza items that were also similar - but much more difficult to get your hands on, so let's stick with what you CAN buy for this post.

Minimalism Decor:

The names say it all. While not strictly Fendi tribute pieces, they are at least inspired by. They're both found in Minimalism  Decor, though weirdly enough, it doesn't appear on their tags.

These are very reasonably priced, though personally I find anything upwards of 18sd for a non-tribute item to be on the pricey side.

Mr:

Yes, us girls love this bag just as much as the boys. It's the totally iconic moster face bag, which Fendi is just so well known for. The backpack is also significantly the cheapest item.

However, it is as SS only item, and I personally find the yellow eyes and bulky size a little less easy to style.

It Girls:

The second cheapest on the list, this super cute and easy-to-style bag is one of my personal favourites.

It definitely doesn't have the iconic look of a Fendi bag, but it's no less cute for it.

I'm sure there's more, but that's just a couple of my personal must buys! No need to wait for Tribute season or shell out $50

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