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Vintage HERMES Hermès Aline Grooming Bag
Vintage HERMES Hermès Aline Grooming Bag

Vintage HERMES Hermès Aline Grooming Bag

By Hermès

Located in Bangkok, TH

This vintage HERMES Aline Grooming Bag is crafted of herringbone canvas and calfskin leather straps

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1970s French Suitcases and Trunks

Hermès Rouge H Canvas & Gold Swift Leather Aline Grooming Bag
Hermès Rouge H Canvas & Gold Swift Leather Aline Grooming Bag

Hermès Rouge H Canvas & Gold Swift Leather Aline Grooming Bag

By Hermès

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

"Hermès Rouge H Canvas & Gold Swift Leather Aline Grooming Bag Product Details Xupes Ref: HB6033

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1990s French Tote Bags

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2020 Hermes Felt Grooming Bag
2020 Hermes Felt Grooming Bag

2020 Hermes Felt Grooming Bag

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H 12.41 in W 5.91 in L 14.77 in

2020 Hermes Felt Grooming Bag

By Hermès

Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta

Hermes grooming bag in grey felt wool. Beautiful bag perfect for travel or diaper bag. Minimal

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2010s Tote Bags

Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas International Groom Wallet
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas International Groom Wallet

Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas International Groom Wallet

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Tampa, FL

This is an authentic Louis Vuitton wallet. It is part of the Monogram Groom collection, inspired a

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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Handbags and Purses

HERMES Rouge H / Gold Toile Herringbone ALINE GROOMING Bag
HERMES Rouge H / Gold Toile Herringbone ALINE GROOMING Bag

HERMES Rouge H / Gold Toile Herringbone ALINE GROOMING Bag

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Hermès Aline grooming bag in Rouge H (burgundy) herringbone canvas with 'Hermès

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Hermès Aline Grooming Bag
Hermès Aline Grooming Bag

Hermès Aline Grooming Bag

By Hermès

Located in London, GB

The Hermes Aline bag was designed to facilitate horse-riders life and to provide them with a way to

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Hermes Tote Sac de Pansage Grooming Bag Gray Feutre/ Brown
Hermes Tote Sac de Pansage Grooming Bag Gray Feutre/ Brown

Hermes Tote Sac de Pansage Grooming Bag Gray Feutre/ Brown

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers an Hermes Sac De Pansage Grooming Bag tote featured in Grey Feutre with Brown

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21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags

Hermes Tote Sac de Pansage The Grooming Bag Bleu Navy and Feu
Hermes Tote Sac de Pansage The Grooming Bag Bleu Navy and Feu

Hermes Tote Sac de Pansage The Grooming Bag Bleu Navy and Feu

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers an Hermes Sac De Pansage Grooming Bag tote featured Bleu Navy water resistant

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21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags

Hermes Maline Bag Backpack Kaki
Hermes Maline Bag Backpack Kaki

Hermes Maline Bag Backpack Kaki

By Hermès

Located in West Chester, PA

canvas inspired by the traditional equestrian grooming bag Aline: - Can be worn over the shoulder or as a

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2010s French Backpacks

HERMES Sac de Panage Groom burgundy brown canvas logo tote bag
HERMES Sac de Panage Groom burgundy brown canvas logo tote bag

HERMES Sac de Panage Groom burgundy brown canvas logo tote bag

By Hermès

Located in Hong Kong, NT

HERMES Sac de Panage Groom burgundy brown canvas logo tote bag Reference: SEAU/A00001 Brand: Hermes

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21st Century and Contemporary French Tote Bags

Hermès Soleil Togo Evelyne III PM Bag+
Hermès Soleil Togo Evelyne III PM Bag+

Hermès Soleil Togo Evelyne III PM Bag+

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H 12 in W 11.25 in D 2.5 in

Hermès Soleil Togo Evelyne III PM Bag+

By Hermès

Located in Palm Beach, FL

equestrian groom’s tool bag, with a perforated H within an oval to allow ventilation. Simply designed, it is

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Early 2000s French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Hermès Blue Jean Clemence Evelyne GM
Hermès Blue Jean Clemence Evelyne GM

Hermès Blue Jean Clemence Evelyne GM

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H 12 in W 13 in D 3 in

Hermès Blue Jean Clemence Evelyne GM

By Hermès

Located in Palm Beach, FL

inspired by an equestrian groom’s tool bag, with a perforated H within an oval to allow ventilation

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Hermès Yellow Epsom Evelyne TPM
Hermès Yellow Epsom Evelyne TPM

Hermès Yellow Epsom Evelyne TPM

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H 7 in W 6.7 in D 2 in

Hermès Yellow Epsom Evelyne TPM

By Hermès

Located in Palm Beach, FL

in the current market. The Evelyne silhouette is inspired by an equestrian groom’s tool bag, with a

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Early 2000s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Hermès Mini Black Togo Evelyne TPM 2022
Hermès Mini Black Togo Evelyne TPM 2022

Hermès Mini Black Togo Evelyne TPM 2022

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H 7 in W 6.25 in D 2 in

Hermès Mini Black Togo Evelyne TPM 2022

By Hermès

Located in Palm Beach, FL

groom’s tool bag, with a perforated H within an oval to allow ventilation. Simply designed, it is

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2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Hermès Chocolate Brown Evelyne TGM
Hermès Chocolate Brown Evelyne TGM

Hermès Chocolate Brown Evelyne TGM

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H 15 in W 16 in D 4 in

Hermès Chocolate Brown Evelyne TGM

By Hermès

Located in Palm Beach, FL

, the Evelyne is an understated day bag that is stylish and practical. The TGM is the largest size

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Hermès Light Blue Clemence Evelyne PM III
Hermès Light Blue Clemence Evelyne PM III

Hermès Light Blue Clemence Evelyne PM III

By Hermès

Located in Palm Beach, FL

groom’s tool bag, with a perforated H within an oval to allow ventilation. Simply designed, it is

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Hermès Wine Red Clemence Evelyne GM III
Hermès Wine Red Clemence Evelyne GM III

Hermès Wine Red Clemence Evelyne GM III

By Hermès

Located in Palm Beach, FL

groom’s tool bag, with a perforated H within an oval to allow ventilation. Simply designed, it is

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2010s French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Hermes Tote Sac de Pansage The Grooming Bag Navy / Feu
Hermes Tote Sac de Pansage The Grooming Bag Navy / Feu

Hermes Tote Sac de Pansage The Grooming Bag Navy / Feu

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Guaranteed authentic Hermes Sac De Pansage Grooming Bag tote features Bleu Navy canvas with Feu

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21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags

Hermes Tote Sac de Pansage The Grooming Bag Navyi / Feu new
Hermes Tote Sac de Pansage The Grooming Bag Navyi / Feu new

Hermes Tote Sac de Pansage The Grooming Bag Navyi / Feu new

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Guaranteed authentic Hermes Sac De Pansage Grooming Bag tote features Bleu Navy canvas with Feu

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2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Hermès Boot and Helmut Great Travel Khaki Canvas Tote
Hermès Boot and Helmut Great Travel Khaki Canvas Tote

Hermès Boot and Helmut Great Travel Khaki Canvas Tote

By Hermès

Located in West Chester, PA

Groom boot and helmet bag This bag makes a great travel bag. Hermes functional grooming bag in

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

LOUIS VUITTON brown Monogram Canvas DOPP KIT Bag
LOUIS VUITTON brown Monogram Canvas DOPP KIT Bag

LOUIS VUITTON brown Monogram Canvas DOPP KIT Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Zürich, CH

spacious interior for toiletries and grooming essentials. The bag opens with a double zipper on top and is

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21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags

Hermes Rocabar Aline striped wool Grooming Bag
Hermes Rocabar Aline striped wool Grooming Bag

Hermes Rocabar Aline striped wool Grooming Bag

By Hermès

Located in London, GB

Hermes Rocabar Aline striped wool Grooming Bag - gold-plated hardware - dual multicolour braided

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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags

Grooming Aline Bag Rocabar Wool Large
Grooming Aline Bag Rocabar Wool Large

Grooming Aline Bag Rocabar Wool Large

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H 17.5 in W 14 in D 1 in

Grooming Aline Bag Rocabar Wool Large

By Hermès

Located in NY, NY

", Depth 1" Designer: Hermes Model: Grooming Aline Bag Rocabar Wool Large Exterior Material: Wool Exterior

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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags

Hermes Grooming Aline Bag Rocabar Wool Large
Hermes Grooming Aline Bag Rocabar Wool Large

Hermes Grooming Aline Bag Rocabar Wool Large

By Hermès

Located in NY, NY

", Depth 4" Designer: Hermes Model: Grooming Aline Bag Rocabar Wool Large Exterior Material: Wool Exterior

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Hermes Grooming Aline Bag Rocabar Wool Large
Hermes Grooming Aline Bag Rocabar Wool Large

Hermes Grooming Aline Bag Rocabar Wool Large

By Hermès

Located in NY, NY

: Hermes Model: Grooming Aline Bag Rocabar Wool Large Exterior Material: Wool Exterior Color: Blue

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Hermès Cyclamen Epsom Evelyn PM Bag
Hermès Cyclamen Epsom Evelyn PM Bag

Hermès Cyclamen Epsom Evelyn PM Bag

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H 10.5 in W 11 in D 3 in

Hermès Cyclamen Epsom Evelyn PM Bag

By Hermès

Located in New York City & Hamptons, NY

is lovely for the everyday Evelyn. The Evelyne silhouette is inspired by an equestrian groom

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21st Century and Contemporary French Handbags and Purses

Hermès Gold Clemence Leather Evelyne GM Cross Body Bag
Hermès Gold Clemence Leather Evelyne GM Cross Body Bag

Hermès Gold Clemence Leather Evelyne GM Cross Body Bag

By Hermès

Located in New York City & Hamptons, NY

equestrian groom’s tool bag, with a perforated H within an oval to allow ventilation. Simply designed, it

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21st Century and Contemporary French Handbags and Purses

Hermès Black Evelyne PM- Clemence Leather, PHW
Hermès Black Evelyne PM- Clemence Leather, PHW

Hermès Black Evelyne PM- Clemence Leather, PHW

By Hermès

Located in New York City & Hamptons, NY

identical Evelyne III version. Inspired by an equestrian groom’s tool bag, The Evelyne features a

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Hermès Blue Colvert Clemence Evelyne III- GM size
Hermès Blue Colvert Clemence Evelyne III- GM size

Hermès Blue Colvert Clemence Evelyne III- GM size

By Hermès

Located in Malibu, CA

silhouette is inspired by an equestrian groom’s tool bag, with a perforated H within an oval to allow

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Hermes Green Courchevel Leather Evelyne I GM
Hermes Green Courchevel Leather Evelyne I GM

Hermes Green Courchevel Leather Evelyne I GM

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H 12.2 in W 3.15 in L 12.99 in

Hermes Green Courchevel Leather Evelyne I GM

By Hermès

Located in Atlanta, GA

The most gorgeous shade of green! The Evelyne silhouette is influenced by an equestrian groom

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2010s French Shoulder Bags

Hermès Blue Sapphire Evelyne III PM
Hermès Blue Sapphire Evelyne III PM

Hermès Blue Sapphire Evelyne III PM

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H 11 in D 3 in L 11 in

Hermès Blue Sapphire Evelyne III PM

By Hermès

Located in New York City & Hamptons, NY

equestrian groom’s tool bag, with a perforated H within an oval to allow ventilation. Simply designed, it

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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Handbags and Purses

Hermès Orange Clemence Evelyne TPM
Hermès Orange Clemence Evelyne TPM

Hermès Orange Clemence Evelyne TPM

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H 7.25 in W 6.5 in D 1.75 in

Hermès Orange Clemence Evelyne TPM

By Hermès

Located in Malibu, CA

or Mini. Orange Clemence leather groom’s bag style has a perforated H within an oval to allow

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Louis Vuitton Monogram Men's Unisex Vanity Travel Grooming Cosmetic Case Bag
Louis Vuitton Monogram Men's Unisex Vanity Travel Grooming Cosmetic Case Bag

Louis Vuitton Monogram Men's Unisex Vanity Travel Grooming Cosmetic Case Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Chicago, IL

CURATOR'S NOTES Here's to always looking good on the go. Monogram canvas Gold hardware Zipper closure Made in France Measures 6.7" W x 3.7" H x 2" D

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21st Century and Contemporary French Cosmetic Bags

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Groom Bag For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary groom bag you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Many people prefer black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find gray, red and more options on these pages. There have been many well-made iterations of this accessory over the years, but those made by Hermès and Louis Vuitton are often thought to be among the most stylish. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.

How Much is a Groom Bag?

The price for a groom bag starts at $575 and tops out at $4,750, and on average, selling for $3,225.

Hermès for sale on 1stDibs

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.

Finding the Right Handbags-purses-bags for You

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 bagBirkin, 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.