“FENDI” 90’s-00’s Sculpted V-back wide-leg trousers

From FENDI, whose aesthetic—rooted in Karl Lagerfeld’s vision since 1965—has been refined with equal intensity through both the craftsmanship of a fur house and an urban, architectural sensibility, we present a distinctive archive piece that updates its presence with nothing more than a tailored cut at the waist.

With a deep V-shaped cut-out at the back waist, this piece concentrates the sense of tension into a single point through the matching fabric belt and a gold square buckle—an elegant balance of poise and sensuality.

First, the silhouette is designed on a high-waist foundation, while allowing it to fall without overly inflating the hip area. As a result, even though it is a wide-leg style, the leg line does not feel lengthened or stretched, and the drape when walking sways in a straight, composed manner—preserving the refined character expected of tailored trousers. For the front, a practical closure combines a hook and button with a zipper, reducing wear-related stress without disturbing the visual calm.

And the greatest highlight is the back V-shaped cut: rather than being intended simply to reveal skin, it is structured to carve the shadow along the waistline more deeply. The moment you tuck in a top, the gap at the back tightens, allowing you to establish feminine curves while keeping the vocabulary of masculine trousers intact—an added value unique to this particular piece.

Regarding the era, the woven tag on the inside of the waist appears to lean toward an older logo embroidery that differs from the rounded logo expressions that became common from 2013 onward. In addition, it is configured so that neither the anti-counterfeiting holograms generalized from the mid-2000s nor recent RFID can be seen, making it a credible assessment to place it in the range from the late 1990s to the early 2000s.

Near the hem, repair marks can be confirmed from L-shaped machine taping. While it is possible that the piece has been adjusted from its original length, the flip side is that it also bears the trace of its excellent quality fabric and tailoring being chosen and worn consistently in everyday life. Rather than merely lining up a clean, well-kept item, it preserves the silhouette of its time in a physical way—this is where its appeal as an archive piece truly lies.

For incorporating it into daily wear, because the back structure draws the gaze, the outfit as a whole is likely to come together without adding more elements. It is especially recommended for those who want to create sensuality with a quiet, composed outline, or for anyone who wishes to add a refined twist to their body line while preserving a tailored context.

As for styling, simply tuck in a shirt or a crisp blouse and let the back V shape take center stage; then layer a jacket or long coat on top. This creates a sophisticated way of revealing the design only when you move. And if you’d like a bit more ease and lightness, adding a minimal leather belt or a small bag to a top with a beautiful drape will help you stay true to FENDI’s architectural sensibility while refining it in a genderless direction.

We warmly invite you to take this opportunity.