Hermès Seahorses Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Très rare Serviette / Drap / Tapis de plage Hermès "Hippocampes" 100% Coton. Dimensions : H: 90 x L: 150 cm.
Hermès Seahorses Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Très rare Serviette / Drap / Tapis de plage Hermès "Hippocampes" 100% Coton. Dimensions : H: 90 x L: 150 cm.
Hermès Seahorses Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Rare Serviette / Drap / Tapis de plage Hermès "Hippocampes" 100% Coton. Dimensions : H: 90 x L: 150 cm Parfait état
Hermes Chouette Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Rare Hermes "Chouette" Beach Towel in 100% Terry Cotton Dimensions : 35.4" x 59.1"
Hermès Koalas Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Très rare Serviette / Drap / Tapis de plage Hermès vintage "Koalas" Neuve Jamais utilisée. 100% Coton. Dimensions : H: 90 x L: 150 cm.
Hermes Napoleon Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Rare Hermes vintage "Napoleon" Towel in 100% Terry Cotton Dimensions : 35.4" x 59.1" Condition : Pristine
Hermes H Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Rare Hermes "H" Towel in 100% Terry Cotton Dimensions : 35.4" x 59.1" Condition : Pristine
Hermes Selle Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Rare Hermes "Selle" Towel in 100% Terry Cotton Dimensions : 35.4" x 59.1" Condition : Pristine
Hermes Snails Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Rare Hermes "Snails" Beach Towel in 100% Terry Cotton Dimensions : 90 x 60 cm
Hermes Pélicans Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Rare Brand New Never Used vintage Hermes "Pélicans" Beach Towel in 100% Terry Cotton Dimensions : 35.4" x 59.1"
Hermes Horses Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Rare Hermes vintage "Horses" Beach Towel in 100% Terry Cotton Dimensions : 35.4" x 59.1" Condition : Pristine
Hermès Leopards Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Rare Vintage Never Used Hermès "Leopards" Beach Towel in 100% Terry Cotton. Dimensions : 35.4" x 59.1".
Hermes Voiliers Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Rare Hermes "Voiliers" Towel in 100% Terry Cotton Dimensions : 35.4" x 59.1" Condition : Pristine
Hermes Leopards Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Brand New Never Used with tag Hermes "Leopards" Towel in 100% Terry Cotton Dimensions : 35.4" x 59.1"
Hermes Deers Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Rare vintage Hermès "Deers" Beach Towel in 100% Terry Cotton Dimensions : 35.4" x 59.1" appr. Condition : Pristine
Hermes Bouées Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Rare Hermes "Bouées / Bastingage" Towel in 100% Terry Cotton Dimensions : 35.4" x 59.1" Condition : New
Hermes Chouette Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Rare Hermes "Chouette" Beach Towel in 100% Terry Cotton Dimensions : 35.4" x 59.1" Condition : Pristine
Hermes Baleines Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Rare Hermes "Baleines" Beach Towel in 100% Terry Cotton Dimensions : 35.4" x 59.1" Condition : Pristine
Hermes Chevaux Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Rare Hermes "Jument et son Poulain" Towel in 100% Terry Cotton Dimensions : 35.4" x 59.1" Condition : Pristine
Hermes Girafes Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Rare Hermes vintage "Girafes" Beach Towel in 100% Terry Cotton Dimensions : 35.4" x 59.1" Usures de l'éponge
Hermès Léopards Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Très rare Serviette / Drap / Tapis de plage Hermès vintage "Tendresse Féline", dessinée par Robert Dallet 100% Coton. Parfait état Dimensions : H: 90 x L: 150 cm.
Hermes Chouette Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Rare Hermes "Chouette" Beach Towel in 100% Terry Cotton Dimensions : 35.4" x 59.1" Accroc sur la bordure
Hermes Paquebot Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Rare Hermes "Paquebot / Yacht" Beach Towel in 100% Terry Cotton Dimensions : 35.4" x 59.1" Condition : New Never Used
Hermes Lapins Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Rare Hermes "Lapins" Beach Towel in 100% Terry Cotton Dimensions : 35.4" x 59.1" Condition : Brand New Never Used
Hermes Paquebot Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Rare Hermes "Yacht / Paquebot" Beach Towel in 100% Terry Cotton Dimensions : 35.4" x 59.1" Condition : Brand New Never Used
Hermes Pinguoins Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Rare Hermes "Pinguoins" Towel in 100% Terry Cotton Dimensions : 35.4" x 59.1" Condition : one small stain on the back visible on the second picture
Hermes Landscape Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Serviette / Drap / Tapis de plage Hermès "Paysage" dessinée par Jan Bajtlik, inspirée des peintures de Vincent van Gogh 100% Coton. Dimensions : H: 90 x L: 150 cm. Parfait état
Hermes Camouflage Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Grande Serviette / Drap / Tapis de plage Hermès "Chevaux Camouflage" Neuve dans sa boite. Modèle rare car cette grande taille ne se fait plus actuellement. Dimensions : L: 168 cm x l...
Hermès Circuit 24 Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Grande Serviette / Drap / Tapis de plage Hermès "Circuit 24" Modèle rare car cette grande taille ne se fait plus actuellement. Dimensions : L: 168 cm x l. : 94 cm 100% Coton.
Hermes Singe Fonds Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Rare Hermes "Singe" Towel in 100% Terry Cotton Dimensions : 35.4" x 59.1" Condition : Pristine
Hermes Black Panther Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Rare Hermes vintage "Horses" Beach Towel in 100% Terry Cotton Dimensions : 35.4" x 59.1" Condition : Pristine
Hermes Bali Fishes Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Serviette / Drap / Tapis de plage ou Bain Hermès "Bali" 150 x 90 cm 100% Coton.
Hermès Mosaic Fishes Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Très rare Serviette / Drap / Tapis de plage Hermès "Mosaic Fishes" 100% Coton. Parfait état Dimensions : H: 90 x L: 150 cm.
Hermes Grands Fonds Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Rare Hermes "Grands Fonds" Towel in 100% Terry Cotton Dimensions : 35.4" x 59.1" Condition : Pristine
Hermes Lion & Lionne Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Rare Hermes "Lion & Lionne Beach Towel in 100% Terry Cotton Dimensions : 35.4" x 59.1" Condition : Pristine
Hermes Gloria Soli Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Rare Hermes vintage "Sun" Beach Towel in 100% Terry Cotton Dimensions : 35.4" x 59.1" Stain on the back
Hermes Bali Fishes Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Serviette / Drap / Tapis de plage ou Bain Hermès "Bali" Neuf Jamais utilisé, avec boite. Dimensions : 60 x 90 cm 100% Coton.
Hermes Ours Polaires Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Rare Hermes "Ours Polaires" Towel in 100% Terry Cotton Dimensions : 35.4" x 59.1" Condition : a small stain visible on the second picture
Hermes Cadran Solaire Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Rare Hermes green "Cadran Solaire" Towel in 100% Terry Cotton Dimensions : 35.4" x 59.1" Condition : a micro stain visible on the third picture
Hermes Tigre du Bengale Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Rare Hermes "Tigre du Bengale" Towel in 100% Terry Cotton Dimensions : 35.4" x 59.1" Condition : Pristine
Hermes Zen au Soleil Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Brand New Never Used Hermes "Zen au Soleil" Towel in 100% Terry Cotton, with box. Dimensions : 35.4" x 59.1"
Hermès Large Embroidered Terry Towel Navy theme
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Rare Authentic Hermès Towel Embroidered with a marine-themed motif, HERMES in yellow cotton thread in semaphore font, sailor's beret seen from above with its red pompom in the cente...
Hermès Double XL Bali Fishes Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Brand New Never Used Rare Hermes Double XL Twin "Bali Fishes" Beach Towel in 100% Terry Cotton with box Dimensions : Dimensions : 57.09" x 74.80" approx.
Hermes Double XL Bali Fishes Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Rare Hermes Double XL Twin "Bali Fishes" Beach Towel in 100% Terry Cotton Dimensions : Dimensions : 57.09" x 74.80" approx. Condition : Pristine
Hermes Double XL Ours Polaires Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Rare Hermes Double XL Twin "Ours Polaires" Beach Towel in 100% Terry Cotton Dimensions : Dimensions : 57.09" x 74.80" approx. Condition : a small stain visible on the second picture
$611Sale Price|20% Off
HERMÈS - Vintage Cotton Terry Pareo with Animal Embroidery
By Hermès
Located in Padova, IT
CORRADO LUXURY EXCLUSIVE HERMÈS COLLECTIONS - Vintage pareo made of ultra-soft cotton terry cloth with a Velcro closure, featuring a large pocket decorated with beautiful animal-prin...
Hermes Tunic Tunique Fluide Black Cotton and Silk M
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Tunique Fluide Tunic featured in Black. A double jersey tunic. Short sleeve with ribbed crew neck. Embroidered tonal Clou de Selle patch. A casual chic st...
Hermes Cliquetis Printed Beach Tunic Cherry Pink One Size
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Cliquetis Tunique de Plage featured in Cherry Pink. This beautiful bather cover is cotton voile. Clou de Selle engraved Mother of Pearl buttons at the sho...
Hermes Bath Towel - Fringes - Black - 100% Cotton - 95x144cm - New / Care Tag
By Hermès
Located in Ottawa, CA
Bath Towel - Fringes - Black - 100% Cotton - 95x144cm - NWCTS - 2508211516 Brand: Hermès Type/Model: Beach Towel Design Name: Fringes (Noir) — Hermès Bain Bath Towel Artist: Hermès ...
Hermes Bath Towel - H motif - Grey Kaki - 100x57cm - Cotton - New / Care Tag
By Hermès
Located in Ottawa, CA
ath Towel H motif - Grey Kaki - 100x57cm - Cotton - NWCTS - 2601291140 Brand: Hermès Type/Model: H motif Bath Towel Artist: Hermes Studio Size: 100 x 57 cm / 39.3 x 22.4 inches Colo...
Hermes Beach Towel Pareo - Circuit 24 Chaine D Ancres - Lime Yellow - 132x167cm
By Hermès
Located in Ottawa, CA
Beach Towel Pareo - Circuit 24 Chaine D Ancres - Lime Yellow - 132x167cm 100% Cotton Chevron Embroid - NWCTS - 2510111722 Brand: Hermès Type/Model: Beach Towel Pareo (Maxi Pareo) De...
Hermes Tunique de Plage Cannes et Cannes Black / White Bather Cover Tunic
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Tunique de Plage featured in Cannes et Cannes print. This beautiful Black and White bather cover is airy light cotton voile. Clou de Selle engraved Black ...
$800Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Vintage HERMÈS Cotton Beach Towel by Robert Dallet, 150x90 cm
By Hermès, Robert Dallet
Located in Padova, IT
CORRADO LUXURY EXCLUSIVE HERMÈS COLLECTIONS - Rare vintage beach towel in pure cotton ( 150 x 90 cm. ). This beautiful design is by the master Robert Dallet, a designer for the Maiso...
Christian Dior Monogram Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Rare Hermes Christian Dior Monogram Towel in 100% Terry Cotton from the John Galliano area Dimensions : 35.4" x 59.1" Condition : Pristine
Louis Vuitton Cup Terry Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in VALBONNE, FR
Très rare Serviette / Drap / Tapis de plage "Louis Vuitton Cup" vintage 100% Coton. Dimensions : H: 90 x L: 150 cm.
HERMES Orange cotton and silk Bathrobe - New
By Hermès
Located in Geneva, CH
Very chic orange and offwhite bathrobe with an oversized hood, two front pockets and a reversible belt. It can be worn at the beach or at home ! Collection: Fabric: 65% cotton - 35...
Hermes Beach Towel Horses Red Blue - Cotton NEW
By Hermès
Located in Ottawa, CA
Hermes Beach Towel Horses Red Blue - Cotton NWCTS 2403301622 Brand: Hermès Type: Beach Towel Artist : N/A Size : 150cm x 95cm - 35.4Inch x 59inch Colour : Red Blue Type : 100% Cotto...
Hermes Vintage Multicolor Cotton Elephant Pool Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage Hermes Terrycloth Cotton Large Beach Towel with elephant pattern. 100% cotton. Orange, brown and pink colors Measurements: 36 x 59 inches - 91.5 x 149,86 cm. Details MATERI...
Hermes Vintage Multicolor Cotton Hyppo Pool Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage Hermes Terrycloth Cotton Large Beach Towel with Hyppo design. 100% cotton. Pink, grey and green colors. Plain orange back. Measurements: 36 x 59 inches - 91.5 x 149,86 cm. D...
Hermes Vintage White Cotton Leopards Pool Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage Hermes Terrycloth Cotton Large Beach Towel with Leopards design. 100% cotton. Beige border. Plain white back. Measurements: 36 x 59 inches - 91.5 x 149,86 cm. Details MATER...
Hermes Vintage Pink Cotton Turtle Pool Beach Towel
By Hermès
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage Hermes Terrycloth Cotton Large Beach Towel with Turtle design. 100% cotton. Pink colourway. Plain orange back. Measurements: 36 x 59 inches - 91.5 x 149,86 cm. Details MATE...
Hermes Bath Beach Towel - 100% Combed Cotton - Orange - 177x129cm - New
By Hermès
Located in Ottawa, CA
Bath Beach Towel - 100% Combed Cotton - Orange - 177x129cm - NWCTS - 2510111731 Brand: Hermès Type/Model: Beach Towel Design Name: Hermès Embroidered Logo (No Named Design) Artist: ...
Auth. Hermes Beach Towel Cavalcadour – Cotton Marine Gris Bleu - New
By Hermès
Located in Ottawa, CA
Hermes Beach Towel Cavalcadour – Cotton Marine Gris Bleu – NWSTS – 2403301658 Brand: Hermès Type/Model: Beach Towel Name Design: Cavalcadour, Equerry Artist: Henri d’Origny Size: 15...
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H 37.41 in L 59.06 in
Hermes Beach Towel Robacar a Cheval Black Red - 100% Cotton - New / Store Tag
By Hermès
Located in Ottawa, CA
Hermes Beach Towel Robacar a Cheval Black Red - Cotton NWSTS 2403301652 Brand: Hermès Type: Beach Towel Artist : N/A Approx. Size : 150cm x 95cm - 35.4Inch x 59inch Approx. Weight: ...
Hermes Leopards Beach Towel - Black White Or - 100% Cotton - New Condition
By Hermès
Located in Ottawa, CA
Hermes Leopards Beach Towel Black White Or - Cotton NWCTS 2403301645 Brand: Hermès Type/Model: Beach Towel Design Name: Leopards Artist: Christiane Vauzelles Size: 150cm x 95cm - 35...
Auth. Hermes Beach Towel Horses Red Blue - 100% Cotton - New / Care Tag
By Hermès
Located in Ottawa, CA
Hermes Beach Towel Horses Red Blue - Cotton NWCTS 2403301622 Brand: Hermès Type: Beach Towel Artist : N/A Approx. Size : 150cm x 95cm - 35.4Inch x 59inch Approx. Weight: 994 Grams. ...
Hermes Beach Towel Yacht In Ancres en H - Cotton - 140x95cm - Sable - NEW
By Hermès
Located in Ottawa, CA
Hermès Beach Towel - Yacht In Ancres en H - Cotton - 140x95cm - Sable Terre Battue - NWSTS - 2508161745 Brand: Hermès Type/Model: Beach Towel Design Name: Yacht In Ancres en H Artis...
Hermès bathrobe
By Christiane Vauzelles, Hermès
Located in Padova, IT
Hermès Vintage Selection by Corrado Luxury - Very rare soft cotton terry bathrobe the pattern and the iconic one of the Carrè "Les Leopards" designed by master Christiane Vauzelles -...
HERMÈS - Rare "Les Leopards" Cotton Beach Towel
By Christiane Vauzelles, Hermès
Located in Padova, IT
Hermès Vintage Selection by Corrado Luxury - Very rare soft cotton terry bathrobe the motif and the iconic one of the Carrè "Les Leopards" designed by master Christiane Vauzelles - T...
Cotton vest print " LES LEOPARDS" By Christiane Vauzelles
By Christiane Vauzelles, Hermès
Located in Padova, IT
Hermès Vintage Selection by Corrado Luxury - Rare cotton hooded vest the design is the iconic Carrè "Les Leopards" by master Christiane Vauzelles. Lightweight cotton terry fabric lin...
Hermès Sarong Paréo Windsurfers Print in Cotton
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Gorgeous and Rare Authentic Hermès Sarong Much more beautiful in "real" ! Print: windsurfers Can be used as a scarf, dress, skirt ... Made in France Made of 100% Cotton Vibrant...
Hermes Green Cotton Beach Towel SM ”Butterfly”
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermes green cotton Beach towel SM ”Butterfly” featuring a green border and a top logo signature. Circa 2000s In good vintage condition Made in France. 24.4in. (62cm) X 37.7 in. (...
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Size: TU (Taille Unique / Unique Size)
Hermes Sarong Pareo Shawl Scarf Rose de Compas Green Black
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Beautiful Authentic Hermes Sarong Can be used as a scarf ! Pattern: "Rose de Compas" Designed by Natsuno Hidaka Made in Italy Made of 100% Cotton Colorways: Noir, ...
Vintage Hermes "Mineral" Pattern Single Shoulder Bathing Suit & Pant Ensemble
By Hermès
Located in Studio City, CA
Vintage Hermes periwinkle blue "Mineral" pattern single shoulder bathing suit with modesty panel at the back and matching 100% double-lined silk wide-legged pants. Bathing suit is si...
HERMÈS - Vintage Cotton Bathrobe "Les Leopards" by Christiane Vauzelles
By Christiane Vauzelles, Hermès
Located in Padova, IT
CORRADO LUXURY EXCLUSIVE HERMÈS COLLECTIONS - Rare soft cotton terry bathrobe the motif and the iconic one of the Carrè "Les Leopards" designed by master Christiane Vauzelles - This ...
Hermès Mosaic Beachwear / Body
By Hermès
Located in Capri, IT
Hermès Mosaic Beachwear / Body Hermès mosaic inspired to Provence totally made in France in size 44 composition: poliestere
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.
From Esther Williams’s glamorous one-piece wonders to Brigitte Bardot’s bombshell bikini on the beaches of Cannes, swimwear has made headlines and raised eyebrows for years. After all, who doesn’t want to wear alluring vintage or designer swimwear for a trip to the beach or poolside relaxation?
Design, style and the amount of skin shown have all made news when it comes to swimwear. While in the 19th century women often sported skirts over bloomers when they visited the shore, by the early 20th century, many were wearing sleek Jantzen suits that would influence the swimsuits women wear today.
By the mid-century, cutouts and two-piece suits were pushing the boundaries of swimwear, with designer Rudi Gernreich debuting the daring topless monokini in 1964. In the 1970s, legendary designers such as Halston were applying an evening-wear aesthetic to swimwear, adding plunging necklines, ruching and even beadwork. Maillots and bikinis began to feature strapless designs.
Jean Paul Gaultier, Christian Dior, Balenciaga, Elsa Schiaparelli and Versace are among the designers who have left their mark in the swimwear world with bold prints and cuts as well as a wide range of dazzling embellishments.
Today, swimsuits are crafted with both function and style in mind for swimming, lounging and making a statement in and out of the water. Browse an extensive collection of vintage and designer swimwear on 1stDibs.