1970's Hermès XLG Jige Brown Toile Clutch Bag
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès classic extra large jige clutch in brown box calf leather with natiral toile inserts. Date
1970's Hermès XLG Jige Brown Toile Clutch Bag
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès classic extra large jige clutch in brown box calf leather with natiral toile inserts. Date
1970 Hermes Black Supple Box Leather Kelly Bag
By Hermès
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Vintage black box leather 32cm supple Kelly bag with gold hardware. Dates from 1970, as told by the
Hermès Sac Epaule Constance 1970s Black Precious Leather Shoulder Bag Hermes
By Hermès
Located in PARIS, FR
Hermès Constance model bag in black exotic leather (Porosus), interior in soft black leather with
Vintage Hermes Gold Foil Jige Pm Clutch
By Hermès
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Hermes Gold Foil Jige Pm Clutch in fair condition. Gold foil exterior with signature H
$8,112
H 7.29 in W 6.3 in D 1.97 in
Hermès Sac Coins or 1979 Dark brown Leather Precious Shoulder Bag Clutch Hermes
By Hermès
Located in PARIS, FR
Hermès Coins d'Or clutch bag in precious leather and gold metal, interior in soft leather with 1
$8,792Sale Price|20% Off
H 5.91 in D 6.3 in L 10.83 in
Auth. Hermès Clutch Bag Pallonnier Black Porosus Crocodile Vintage Collector
By Hermès
Located in Ottawa, CA
Hermès Pallonnier Clutch Bag – Black Porosus Crocodile – EXVC – 2410121651 Brand: Hermès Type
$5,420
H 10.63 in W 13.78 in
Hermès Sac Bolide Courchevel Bandouliere 1971 Red Leather Hand Bag Strap Hermes
By Hermès
Located in PARIS, FR
Hermès Bolide bag, size 35, in lightly grained leather (Epsom, formerly Courchevel) in "Braise" red
Hermès binder / notebook holder
By Hermès
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
HERMÈS - (Made in France) Box leather binder / notebook holder with a saddler stitching. Good
1970s Hermes 'Mephisto" Brown Leather Bag/Clutch
By Hermès
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Very early 1970s Hermes bag. Butter soft chocolate brown leather with warm gold hardware. Total
Hermes Kelly 32 Retourne 1976 Gold Box Leather Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Hermes Kelly 32 Retourne 1976 Gold Box Leather Gold Hardware These are professional photos of the
Hermes Kelly 32 Retourne 1976 Gold Box Leather Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Hermes Kelly 32 Retourne 1976 Gold Box Leather Gold Hardware These are professional photos of the
Hermès Kelly 32 Sellier Black Box Leather Gold Hardware with Strap
By Hermès
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
scuffs and dirt (medium) DETAILS Brand: Hermès Kelly Stamp: unclear Year of manufacture: Before 1990
Hermès Constance Brown and Gold 23 cm
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Brown and gold Hermès Constance. Brown leather with gold hardware in excellent shape, with no odor
Iconic "Piano" top handle bag in black leather Hermès
By Hermès
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Iconic "Piano" top handle bag in black leather. 2 gold metal clasp closure . 2 compartments inside with 2 flat pockets and one pocket with zip closure. Black leather lining. SIZE : ...
Vintage HERMES Canvas Calfskin Travel Bag XL
By Hermès
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage HERMES Toile travel bag is crafted of light beige cotton canvas and smooth calfskin
$2,495
H 5.75 in W 2 in L 9 in
HERMÈS Dark Brown Leather Crossbody Bag with Gold Buckle and Adjustable Strap
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hermès dark brown leather crossbody bag with gold buckle and additional adjustable strap. This
HERMES Rouge H burgundy Box leather CONSTANCE 23 Bag w Gold VINTAGE
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès Constance 23 shoulder bag in Rouge H Veau Box leather featuring gold-plated
OOAK Vintage Hermes Hand Painted Ropes Bucket Bag
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Hermes Hand Painted Ropes Bucket Bag in very good condition. Black box calf leather
Hermes Envelope Clutch Bag, 1970s
By Hermès
Located in Milan, Italy
This lovely 1970s envelope clutch bag by HERMES has been made by hand in Italy, made of brown
Hermés vintage bag
By Hermès
Located in Milano, IT
A beautiful white "veau grainé" Hermés bag with golden metal details, double handle.On the inside
HERMES Toile Tan Constance
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Hermès Constance Toile tan toile gold hardware. The Constance by Hermès is one of the house's most
Hermes Kelly 32 Black Crocodile Porosus
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermes Kelly 32 Black Crocodile Black shiny crocodile skin with gold hardware Sellier model The
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FINAL PRICE: Hermès custom coffret a bijoux
By Hermès
Located in Milano, IT
FINAL PRICE: Hermés custom coffret a bijoux, black leather “box”. Interior made of 14 velved lined
Hermes Brown Box Calf Annie 2way Shoulder Clutch Bag 1970s
By Hermès
Located in Hiroshima City, JP
Hermes Annie 2way shoulder bag. This is a rare vintage Hermes bag wearable as clutch or shoulder
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Hermes Brown Constance crocodile 23Cm Bag
By Hermès
Located in Castries, FR
Brown crocodile Constance Bag Hermès made in France 1978 Constance bag 23cm in crocodilus porosus gold, gold plate clasp "H" flap Adjustable strap With CITES Excellent ...
Hermes Constance Bag In Black Box Calf
By Hermès
Located in Westmount, Quebec
Brand: Hermes Style: Constance Color: Black Hardware: Gold Date Code: Circle H
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H 6.3 in D 1.19 in L 10.04 in
1970s Hermes Black Crocodile Porosus Lisse Lydie 2way Shoulder Rare
By Hermès
Located in Hiroshima City, JP
This striking Authentic Hermes Lydie bag is the super gorgeous vintage handbag from 1979. You can
Hermes Vintage Dark Navy Constance 23 Gold H Handbag
By Hermès
Located in Pasadena, CA
Hermes Vintage Dark Navy Constance 23 Gold H Handbag *Marked G in Circle ( 1977) *Made it France
Unavailable
H 7 in W 1.5 in L 7.5 in
Vintage Hermes Black & Gold Tone Box Calf Leather 'H' "Constance" Flap Bag
By Hermès
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Hermes "Constance" bag featuring a box calf leather construction, front flap with a gold
Vintage Hermes Dark Brown Leather "Trim I" Shoulder Bag
By Hermès
Located in Chicago, IL
Made In: France Fabric Content: Leather Item Specifics & Details: Vintage Hermes shoulder bag
Hermes Ultra Rare White Exotic Ostrich Bolide Bag 37 Cm
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Bolide Handbag in Ostrich Leather is the epitome of elegance and grace. The ostrich skin is
Hermes Kelly 32 Noir Black Box Calf Leather GHW Top Handle Bag
By Hermès
Located in Kowloon, HK
Color: Black / Noir (designer color) Material: Box Calf Leather Condition: Rank A Overall: Good, few minor defects. Surface: Minor Scratches & Stains Corners: Minor Scratch...
Hermés Rare Canvas and Leather Duffle Seabag Extra Large
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hermés Rare Canvas and Leather Duffle Seabag Extra Large. Duffle bag has dust and minor dirt marks
Sac Robidu - Hermés
Located in Milano, IT
A 1970, blue box leather and "H" canvans fabric. Brass details, one patch pocket and others two
1974 Hermes Fonsbelle Black Crocodile Purse / Bag
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Really nice hard to find Hermes 1974 5d in circle) Fonsbelle bag in nblack crocodile The strap can
1973 Hermes Vintage Black Suede Ribbon Clutch
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Nice Hemes vintage clutch in black suede with ribbon clasp (that can be use as a brooche) Good vintage condition but it presents some signs of use Zip pocket inside Marked C in a ...
Hermes Vintage Black Croco Vintage Shoulder Bag
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Nice Vintage hermes bag in crocodile with golden hardware. Good vintage condition howenver it
Hermes vintage Constance 23 in brown crocodile
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous and rare Vintage Constance in Shiny Croc with Gold Hardware. Colour: Brown Colour Code: n/a Leather: Shiny Croc Hardware: Gold Stamp: F in circle (1976) Condition: Excell...
Hermes Vintage Mangeoire Bucket bag in red Courcheval leather
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Vintage Hermes Bucket Mangeoire bag in red grained leather. Good condition but signs of wear due
60's Vintage Hemes Monaco 28 in Brown Chocolate Box Leather
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
For sale a Vintage 60's Hermes Monaco in Brown Chocolate in box leather. Good/Fair condition but
HERMES c.1970 "Kelly Retourne" 28 cm Black Box Calf Leather Top Handle Purse
By Hermès
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: HERMES c.1970 "Kelly Retourne" 28 cm Black Box Calf Leather Top Handle Purse Circa
Hermes Vintage Hunter Green Square Handbag, Circa 1970
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a rare vintage hunter green square leather handbag by Hermes, from the 1970's. The handbag
Hermes Vintage Purple Suede Shoulder Bag, Circa 1970
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a vintage deep purple suede shoulder bag by Hermes, from the 1970's. Th bag has one 15 1/2
1970's HERMES jet black box leather bag with gilt hardware
By Hermès
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Classic jet black box leather bag with gilt hardware from Hermes dating to the 1970's. 23 cm size
1970's HERMES jet black box leather bag with gilt hardware
By Hermès
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Classic jet black box leather bag with gilt hardware from Hermes dating to the 1970's. Bag has a
Vintage 1970's Hermes Olive Lizard Sequana Handbag - GHW
By Hermès
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Hermes Olive Lizard "Sequana" Handbag - GHW - 1970's. This olive tone bag is in excellent vintage
1970's HERMES navy blue box leather convertible bag
By Hermès
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare 1970's convertible handbag from Hermes. Bag is made of deep navy blue box leather with
1970's Tan Leather Hermès Trim II 31
By Hermès
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1970's classic tan leather Hermès Trim II 31 with gold-plated hardware, single flat shoulder strap
1970 HERMES canvas and green leather 'Ulysse' collection bag
By Hermès
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Hermes dating to 1970. Construction is very similar to that of the Constance bag. Bag measures 7.5" wide
Hermes
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brown calf skin Constance bag with gold H closure. c. 1980's
Hermes
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Deep burgundy calfskin leather Constance bag with gold H closure.
Hermes
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black crocodile skin handbag with gold tone closure and single handle strap.
c. 1960's
Hermes - Constance
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hermes has been the leading luxury item to have for more then a 100 years, and this Contance
HERMES
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
coin purse inside. Hermes stamp on closure.
Hermes Passe Guide
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hermes Passe Guide bag from c.1970 Done in black leather with exceptional gold tone hardware
Hermes Duffle Bag
By Hermès
Located in New Hope, PA
A roomy oxblood leather duffle bag from Hermes, Paris
Hermes Constance Bag
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
This beautiful Hermes Constance bag comes in a warm Burgandy colour featuring a gold-tone, large H
1970's Hermes Rouge H Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 32cm Retourne
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Good Pre-Owned Condition accompanied by Hermès Dust Bag, Lock, Key, Clochette. Circa 1970. Primarily
Hermes
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black leather clutch. Half Oval single flap with cut out 'H' closure and side pocket on inside.
Hermes Kelly c. 1974
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Burgundy brown leather classic Kelly c. 1974
Lock and key intact and D blind stamp.
HERMES Saddle bag Vintage UNIQUE
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
blue and whenever I walk into HERMES with that bag, they all go mad for the colour! Gorgeous
Hermès Luggage Pigskin Piano Bag
By Hermès
Located in Alford, MA
Rare find. Hermès "piano" handbag in luggage pigskin features an accordion body, large foldover
Sold
H 8.67 in W 11.03 in D 3.94 in
1970 Hermes Rouge H Ostrich & Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 28cm Retourne
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
(Circa): 1970 Accompanied By: Hermès Dust Bag, Lock, Keys, Clochette, 2019 25mm Sangle Cavale Strap
Hermes 1972 Constance Bag Etoupe
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
This beautiful Hermes Constance bag comes in Etoupe with silver hardware. The adjustable strap
Vintage Hermes Burgundy Lizard Kelly Bag
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
A timeless classic, this vintage Hermes Kelly Bag is a must-have addition to any Hermes lover's
Hermes
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hermes pristine canvas and leather tote. This is a great everyday summer bag. It has a
HERMES
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dark ink blue box calf HERMES Kelly 35cm. This bag is from the 1970's and in very nice condition
Hermes Tsako
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dark navy leather Tsako sac bag with adjustable strap c.1970's
HERMES Vintage Piano bag LIZARD gold hardware beauty
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Exquisite VINTAGE HERMES PIANO bag in gold lizard. Accentuated with gold hardware and bone
1970's HERMES navy leather saddle bag
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Navy blue box leather saddle bag with gold hardware from Hermes dating to the 1970's. Made in
Hermes Dark Green envelope clutch
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hermes dark green envelope clutch with the signature H. It has a nice white top stitching
HERMES VINTAGE BOLIDE Olive Ostrich Gold Hardware SO Chic
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Easily the most comfortable of all HERMES bags to carry! Sophisticated Vintage olive
1974 HERMES burgundy 23 cm CONSTANCE with gold hardware
By Hermès
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Luxury at its very finest. The Constance takes an Hermes craftsman over 60 hours to construct
1977 HERMES brown box leather bag with gilt hardware
By Hermès
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Gorgeous vintage bag with gilt hardware from Hermes made in 1977. Brown box leather. Gold hardware
1972 Hermes burgundy leather bag with gilt brushed hardware
By Hermès
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare burgundy smooth leather bag with brushed gilt hardware from Hermes dating to 1972. Bag
Fendi Baguette Black Swan Feather-like Sequins Beaded Shoulder Bag
By Fendi
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Fendi Baguette Black Swan Feather-like Sequins Beaded Shoulder Bag These are professional photos of the actual bag. Discover another classic vintage Fendi baguette with rare feathe...
Moschino Photo Print Velvet Dress
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous velvet dress by Moschino in an elaborate print of words and photos in beige, brown, and black. The print is amazingly detailed with photo prints of silent screen stars, w...
John Galliano for Christian Dior S/S 2009 Silk Halter Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous rich purple silk halter dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It is fitted through the bodice with a stunning intricately detailed ruffle trimmed plunge halter neckli...
Issey Miyake Open Sleeve Draped Top
By Issey Miyake
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous blue top, shirt from Issey Miyake. It overlapping at the front exposing the waist and buttons at the shoulder. The back is fuller and longer and the sleeves are open fro...
$59,500
H 8.67 in W 4.49 in D 2.49 in
Hermes Mini Picnic Kelly 20 Rouge de Coeur Swift Osier Wicker Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Aventura, FL
This Hermes Mini Picnic Kelly, crafted in 2020, is a delightful fusion of traditional craftsmanship and whimsical design. This exquisite bag combines Rouge de Coeur Swift leather wit...
Hermes Kelly 25 Retourne Bag Black Matte Alligator Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Kelly 25 Retourne bag presented in classic Black Matte Alligator. Timeless and chic, this gorgeous Kelly bag only grows more beautiful as it ages, showcas...
Emilio Pucci Chain Embellished Cutout Open Back Black Evening Dress Gown
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Naples, FL
Emilio Pucci Chain Embellished Cutout Open Back Black Evening Dress Gown Black Emilio Pucci long sleeve cutout evening dress with open back featuring gold-tone chain-link accents an...
$59,817
W 2.37 in D 0.4 in L 3.35 in
Fabergé Antique Bi-Color Gold Cigarette Case, Circa 1896-1908, Russia
By Fabergé
Located in Capri, IT
1896 - 1908 Circa Yellow and Rose Gold Faberge Cigarette Case. Workmaster August Hollming, ST Petersburg with scratched inventory number 5695. Of rectangular shape.
$44,398
Size: IT 38 - FR 34 - UK 6 - US 2
Alexander McQueen by Sarah Burton dusty pink fur coat, fw 2012
By Alexander McQueen, Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
▪ Alexander McQueen dusty pink fur coat ▪ Designed by Sarah Burton ▪ Dyed Mongolian Lamb, Mink fur and Ostrich feathers ▪ Leather belt with silver shell detail ▪ Mirrored visor shad...
F/W 1988 Thierry Mugler Museum Red 'Les Infernales' Fiery Red Skirt Suit
By Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a stunning red Thierry Mugler skirt suit, designed by Manfred Mugler. From the Fall/Winter 1988 'Les Infernales' collection, a version of this fiery red 'Tailleur Vampire...
F/W 2001 Gianni Versace by Donatella Runway Saddle Brown Leather Backless Gown
By Gianni Versace, Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
TheRealList presents: an incredible caramel brown Gianni Versace gown, designed by Donatella Versace. From the Fall/Winter 2001 collection, this gown debuted on the season's runway a...
Alexander McQueen Asymmetric Dress with Chain Cutout SS 2006
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk jersey dress by Alexander McQueen. It is fitted with a scoop neckline, one short sleeve and a circular nude mesh cut out at one side covered with rows of drapi...
Bob Mackie Orange & Black Beaded Tiger Print with Black Chiffon Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is an exotic evening gown from Bob Mackie. It is an orange and black long sleeve fitted gown with a tiger print beaded pattern, and a full and flowy chiffon skirt. Fully lined. ...
$1,119Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 44 IT
GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE S/S 2000 Purple Silk Blouse with Swarovski BUTTONS Y2K
By Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Switzerland, CH
Beautiful GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE SS 2000 silk blouse Finest purple silk Versace SS 2000 Jungle Collection Extremely versatile Sexy deep cleavage Swarovski crystal buttons Made in ...
1980s Escada Vintage Black + White Polka Dot Striped Print Strapless Dress
By Escada Margaretha Ley, Amen Wardy
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1980s black and white strapless tube dress by Margaretha Ley for Escada with a polka dot and stripe print. Fully lined with rear zip closure. The marked size is 34, and the d...
Oscar de la Renta Resort 2009 Runway One Shoulder Silk Toga Dress $3, 200 BNWT
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing brand new with tags Oscar de la Renta silk one shoulder dress! Detailed for $3,200! Featured in the Resort 2009 Oscar Runway Collection (see pictures). One shoulder can be wo...
For Hermès, what began as a maker of leather equestrian goods for European noblemen would eventually grow into one of the most storied fashion labels in the world. In 1837, German-born French entrepreneur Thierry Hermès opened a saddle and harness purveyor in Paris. Gradually, the house extended into accessories and luggage for its riders, and today, in paying homage to its origins, the family-run luxury brand resurfaces horse motifs in everything from clothing and modernist jewelry to pillows and handbags.
The first top-handled bag ever produced by Hermès was the Haut à courroies, which made its debut in 1892. A tall bag secured with a folded leather flap (fastened with bridle-inspired straps), it was designed to transport riding boots and a harness.
As the world made the switch from horse to automobile, the bag adapted, becoming a multifunctional travel satchel instead of a designated saddlebag. Today, 120 years later, the HAC remains in Hermès’s line — and its distinctive flap and clasping straps have laid the groundwork for some of the house’s other iconic bags.
In the 1930s, Robert Dumas (son-in-law to Émile-Maurice Hermès, Thierry’s grandson) designed a smaller, trapezoidal take on the flap bag with a handle and two side straps. Later, actress Grace Kelly, then engaged to Prince Rainier of Monaco, is said to have used one of these bags to conceal her pregnancy during the 1950s. Because she was photographed constantly, the coverage catapulted her handbag to international popularity.
In 1977, Hermès officially renamed the model for her, and the Kelly bag was born. Each Kelly bag takes between 18 and 25 hours to produce, and its 680 hand stitches owe solely to one Hermès artisan.
Robert Dumas was also responsible for another one of the brand’s most iconic offerings: the launch of its first silk scarf on the occasion of Hermès’s 100th anniversary in 1937. Based on a woodblock designed by Dumas and printed on Chinese silk, the accessory was an immediate hit.
Today, vintage Hermès scarves, typically adorned in rich colors and elaborate patterns, serve many functions, just as they did back then. Well-heeled women wear it on their heads, around their necks and, in a genius piece of cross-promotion, tied to the straps of their Hermès bags. Kelly even once used one as a sling for her broken arm.
In 1981, Robert Dumas’s son Jean-Louis Dumas, then Hermès chairman, found himself sitting next to French actress and musician Jane Birkin on a plane, where she was complaining about finding a suitable carryall for the necessary accoutrements of motherhood. After the two travelers were properly introduced, Birkin helped design Jean-Louis’s most famous contribution to the Hermès canon: the Birkin bag, a roomy, square catchall with the HAC’s trademark leather flap top and the addition of a lock and key.
Owing to the brand’s legendary commitment to deft, handcrafted construction, the Birkin is an investment that is coveted by collectors everywhere.
While the Kelly and Birkin may be standouts, gracing the arms of everyone from royal heiresses to hip-hop stars in the past few decades, the handbags are but a small part of Hermès’s fashion offerings.
Since the 1920s, the brand has produced some of the most desirable leather goods in the world. There’s the Constance bag, a favorite of Jacqueline Kennedy, the recently relaunched 1970s-era Evelyne and, on the vintage market, a slew of designs dating back to the 1920s.
Good design never goes out of style. Find a variety of vintage Hermès handbags, day dresses, shoes and more on 1stDibs.
An integral part of fashion, handbags and purses have been indispensable accessories ever since we began to carry around personal items. Level of craftsmanship, style and shape matters — from coin purses in ancient Greece to early 20th-century opera bags and onward, handbags have evolved considerably over the years to meet our needs and desires, whether or not you happen to be prioritizing functionality over a flashy exterior.
Once, a single “It” handbag ruled each fashion season. No more. Today, lovers of vintage handbags are savvier and have a wider range of shopping options. Nevertheless, classics created by the likes of Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.
“It is not a fashion bag — it is a statement bag,” says Mightychic's Debra Kent of Hermès's widely beloved accessories. “When you carry an iconic Hermès bag — Birkin, Kelly, Constance — no one knows how long you have been into this culture or if you are a newbie. Your status is validated immediately.”
First released in 1997, Fendi's Baguette rose to fame along with Carrie Bradshaw, the Sex and the City character portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker. Recently, the design has seen such a resurgence in popularity that Fendi has reissued it.
They are part of design history, so owning a handbag has meaning. As New York–based fashion historian Sarah C. Byrd says, “You have made the choice to invest in this piece because you understand the value of it in the past and in the future to come.”
From a 1980s Chanel black leather quilted mini buckle bag to the rare Hermès Birkin 30cm Himalayan with diamond hardware to a range of 19th-century bags, find a rich variety of vintage and designer handbags and purses spanning numerous brands on 1stDibs — seasonal “It” designation no longer needed.
What these styles lack in name recognition they more than make up for in cachet.
Before the Birkin there was the Haut à Courroies, which has become the chic carryall of choice for the league's most stylish athletes.
Does wicker get more high-end than this?
Find out why this under-the-radar piece is so exceptional.
The iconic Birkin bag is much coveted — and often copied. Find out how to tell the real deal from a convincing fake. Of course, you don't have to worry about this on 1stDibs, where every seller is highly vetted.
More than a fashion statement, this iconic style continually appreciates in value.
A symbol of luxury and elegance, the design has a storied past and a legion of devoted collectors.
When the name of a bag is as well-known as its brand, you know it's a classic.