Okay, so, let’s talk about this bag I’ve been working on – the Fendi Vitello Dolce Large By The Way Boston Bag in Tortora. Man, it’s been a journey, let me tell you.
First off, I scoured the internet for ages trying to find the perfect Fendi bag to copy. I looked through tons of pictures, read a bunch of descriptions, you know, the usual. I wanted something classy, something that screamed “expensive” but without actually being, well, expensive. Eventually, I stumbled upon this beauty – the By The Way Boston Bag. That soft, taupe color, they call it “Tortora,” just grabbed me.
Once I settled on the design, the real work began. I had to figure out the dimensions. I pored over every image I could find online, trying to get a sense of the scale. It’s a large bag, for sure, but not like, overwhelmingly huge. Sort of like those Longchamp Le Pliage XL bags people use for weekend trips. I don’t need anything that big, just big enough.
- Then came the material. I needed something that looked and felt like that soft, supple leather Fendi uses. I hit up all the local fabric and leather stores, feeling different swatches, comparing colors. After several times, I finally found a decent faux leather that had the right texture and a pretty close color match.
- Next up, the hardware. This bag has these specific metal details, and getting those right was crucial. I spent hours online, searching for similar buckles, zippers, and that signature Fendi logo. It was tough, but I managed to track down some pretty convincing replicas.
Sewing it all together was the biggest challenge. I’m pretty good with a sewing machine, but this was a whole other level. There are so many panels, so many curves, not to mention the lining and the interior pockets. Some stores sell those fancy handbags for thousands of dollars. But I’m doing it myself with my own hands. No way I am gonna pay that price! I spent days just cutting out the pattern pieces, making sure everything was precise. Then came the actual sewing, which took, well, let’s just say a very long time.
The Result
But you know what? I did it. I actually managed to create a pretty darn good copy of that Fendi bag. It’s not perfect, of course, but it’s close enough to fool most people. And the best part? I made it myself. And that, my friends, is a pretty awesome feeling. This bag is not that big, I don’t think it can be used for a long trip. But it is perfectly good for me for daily use. I can put my phone, keys, wallet, and some makeups in it. It is just what I need!
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