A century of Roman elegance immortalized in philatelic art as the luxury house receives prestigious national recognition.
By Fashion Editorial Staff
This week, the venerable house of FENDI celebrates a remarkable milestone—100 years of Italian craftsmanship, innovation, and luxury. In honor of this extraordinary achievement, the Italian Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy has unveiled a special edition stamp, released yesterday as part of a national series dedicated to celebrating Italian business excellence.
This prestigious philatelic tribute elevates FENDI to the ranks of Italy's most iconic institutions, whose contributions to national heritage and global culture warrant official commemoration. The stamp arrives at a pivotal moment in the maison’s storied history, marking its evolution from a family-owned fur and leather goods workshop in Rome to one of the world’s most coveted luxury brands.
The meticulously designed stamp captures the essence of FENDI's visual identity, featuring a creative reinterpretation of its Roma logo, specially crafted for this centennial celebration. Design elements include the signature FENDI yellow alongside the instantly recognizable FF logo, introduced by Karl Lagerfeld in the 1960s and forever entwined with the brand’s legacy.
Fashion collectors will appreciate the thoughtfully curated presentation package. Housed in a distinctive yellow folder, it includes a block of four stamps, special edition postcards, and a first-day envelope—each reflecting Fendi’s unmistakable aesthetic and craftsmanship.
This postal tribute stands as a testament to FENDI’s enduring influence on Italian design, embodying its ongoing role as a global standard-bearer for the “Made in Italy” designation. From the vision of founders Adele and Edoardo Fendi, through the transformative leadership of their five daughters, to the creative partnerships that followed, FENDI has consistently redefined luxury while staying true to its Roman artisanal roots.
The commemorative stamp collection became available yesterday at Poste Italiane locations across Italy, select specialty philatelic centers, and online via filatelia.poste.it, offering fashion devotees and collectors a timeless piece of Italian heritage.
As FENDI embarks on its second century, this official recognition cements its status as a living symbol of Italian excellence—forever intertwined with the global luxury landscape.