Hermes Kelly Cut Clutch Bag Blue Colvert Crocodile Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a limited edition Hermes Kelly Cut featured in smoky Bleu Colvert Niloticus
Hermes Kelly Cut Clutch Bag Blue Colvert Crocodile Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a limited edition Hermes Kelly Cut featured in smoky Bleu Colvert Niloticus
Hermes Constance 32 MM Belt Strap Blue Colvert Porosus Crocodile 85
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Crocodile. This gorgeous neutral muted blue creates a very chic and wearable belt. Pairs beautifully with
$118,512
H 5.52 in W 7.88 in D 3.55 in
Hermès Blue Tempete Shiny Porosus Crocodile Leather Vintage Kelly 20cm Sellier
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès Blue Tempete Shiny Porosus Crocodile Leather Vintage Kelly 20cm Sellier Product Details
Hermes Kelly 35 Malachite Shiny Crocodile Porosus Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the epitome of luxury and sophistication, the Hermes Kelly 35 Malachite Shiny Crocodile
Hermes Kelly 28 Matte Crocodile Bleu palladium hardware bag
By Hermès
Located in London, England
Hermes Kelly 28cm Bleu St Cyr Matte Croc phw bag. A simply stunning 28cm Hermes Kelly in Matte
Hermes Constance 42 mm Belt Blue Tempete Matte Porosus Crocodile Palladium 90
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Constance 42 mm belt featured in Bleu Tempete Matte Porosus Crocodile
$40,700
H 9 in W 11.5 in D 6 in
Hermes Birkin 30 Touch Vert Jade Vert Comics Nilo Crocodile Togo Palladium Bag
By Hermès
Located in Aventura, FL
This is a Hermes Vert Jade and Vert Comics Birkin 30 Touch in Nilo crocodile and togo leather with
2023 Birkin 25 navy crocodile
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
exclusivity, this Hermès Birkin 25 in Navy Blue Porosus Crocodile transcends trends and maintains lasting
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HERMES 35cm Crocodile Dark Blue Birkin Bag
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
HERMES 35cm Dark Blue Birkin Crocodile Bag with Silver Hardware 100% Authentic Hermes Birkin Bag
35cm Hermes Matte Blue Brighton Crocodile Birkin
By Hermès
Located in Chicago, IL
35cm Birkin Matte Blue Brighton Niloticus Crocodile with Palladium Hardware | L Stamp
35cm Hermès Shiny Blue Roi Crocodile Birkin
By Hermès
Located in Chicago, IL
35cm Birkin | Blue Roi Crocodile | Palladium L stamp The bag measures 35 cm/ 14
35cm Hermes Semi-Matte Blue Sapphire Porosus Crocodile Birkin Handbag
By Hermès
Located in Chicago, IL
MINT CONDITION Pre-Owned 35cm Hermes Semi-Matte Blue Sapphire Porosus Crocodile Birkin
Kelly 28 in blue Porosus Crocodile
By Hermès
Located in Clichy, FR
crocodile - Exterior Color: Blue - Interior Material: Leather - Interior Color: Blue - Hardware Color: Gold
Hermes Beige Cream Silver HDW 2015 Crocodile Kelly Matte Wallet
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
finesse. Includes: -Hermes Box Specifics: -Blue Matte Crocodile -Palladium Hardware -(12
Kelly Blue Roy 32 cm Niloticus Shiny Crocodile with GoldHDW
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
This is a fantastic find for Hermes collectors ! The most coveted exotic skin paired with gorgeous
Hermès Blue Crocodile 35 cm Birkin with Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Hermès Blue Crocodile 35 cm Birkin is in pristine unworn condition with the
Hermes Birkin Blue Electrique Crocodile 35 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Athens, GA
Hermes Blue Electrique Crocodile Birkin 35 Bag. Excellent like new condition. Stunning and rare
Hermes Birkin 30 Blue Electric Crocodile Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning Hermes Birkin 30 Blue Electric Shinny Niloticus Crocodile Palladium Hardware. Excellent
Hermes Blue Nil Crocodile Jige Clutch
By Hermès
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Super rare, beautiful and luxurious Hermès clutch Jige in fantastic blue midnight Crocodile du Nil
Hermès Diamond Blue Izmir Crocodile Kelly Cut Clutch
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Hermès Diamond Blue Izmir Crocodile Kelly Cut Clutch is in pristine condition. Hand
Hermès Electric Blue Niloticus Crocodile 30cm Birkin Bag
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
collector. Crafted in a deeply vivid and shocking Electric Blue Nilotius Crocodile Leather and accented by
Hermès Kelly Cut Crocodile Blue Marine Bag
By Hermès
Located in Krakow, PL
Beautiful pouch Kelly cut blue marine crocodile porosus smooth new to seize because very difficult
Hermes 35cm Blue Roi Crocodile Birkin Bag
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
: Blue Roi Exterior with palladium hardware Material: Porosus Crocodile Exterior Stamp: I 2005
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H 10 in D 7 in L 13.75 in
Hermes Birkin 35 Blue Sapphire Shiny Porosus Crocodile Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Absolutely Stunning Rare Hermes Birkin 35 Blue Sapphire Porosus Crocodile Complimented by Palladium
Hermes Picotin Lock 22 Blue Indigo Matte Porosus Crocodile Rare
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Hermes Picotin Lock 22bag featured in Bleu Blue Indigo matte Porosus Crocodile
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H 9.45 in W 13.78 in D 7.09 in
2013 Hermès Blue Saphir Shiny Porosus Crocodile Leather Birkin 35cm
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"HERMÈS Blue Saphir Shiny Porosus Crocodile Leather Birkin 35cm Reference: HB2255 Serial Number
2012 Hermés Shiny Blue Niloticus Crocodile Egee Clutch
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Hermés Niloticus Crocodile Egee Clutch, handcrafted by the artisans of Hermés from Shiny Blue
Hermes Electric Blue Niloticus Crocodile Kelly Cut Clutch
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Crafted in Shiny Niloticus Crocodile with silver palladium hardware, this Electric Blue Kelly Cut
Hermes Birkin 35 Bag Blue Brighton Porosus Crocodile Palladium Hardware New
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Brighton Porosus Crocodile. This Hermes crocodile Birkin bag blue has a lavender undertone and changes in
Hermes Birkin 25 Bag Blue Electric Crocodile Vivid Jewel Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic coveted Blue Electric crocodile Hermes Birkin 25 bag accentuated with fresh
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H 9 in D 6 in L 11.75 in
Hermes Birkin 30 Blue Izmir Shinny Niloticus Crocodile Gold Hardware RARE
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Absolutely Stunning RARE Collectors Piece. Hermes Birkin 30 Blue Izmir Niloticus Crocodile Leather
Hermes Birkin HSS 30 Gris Tourterelle / Blue Sapphire Porosus Crocodile Bag
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
. This special order Hermes bag in Porosus crocodile creates a beautiful colour which is a perfect
Hermes Blue Izmir Turquoise Niloticus Crocodile Birkin 30 Bag
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
This Hermès Birkin 30cm bag is made from exotic Niloticus Crocodile skin, which originates from the
Hermes Birkin 35 Blue Marine Porosus Crocodile Bag Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Birkin 35 bag featured in rich dark Blue Marine Porosus Crocodile
Hermes Birkin 25 Bag Blue Brighton Matte Crocodile Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Coveted rare Blue Brighton matte crocodile Hermes Birkin 25cm bag accentuated with fresh Palladium
Hermes Birkin 35 Bag Blue Sapphire Porosus Crocodile Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a guaranteed authentic jewel toned Hermes Birkin 35 bag featured in Blue Sapphire
Hermes Birkin 30 Bag Blue Marine Porosus Crocodile Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a guaranteed authentic exquisite Hermes Birkin 30 bag featured in Blue Marine
Hermes Blue Sapphire Porosus Crocodile Gold Hardware Birkin 35 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Hermes Birkin 35 bag coveted jewel toned beautiful Blue Sapphire Porosus
Hermes Birkin 30 Crocodile Leather Blue Jeans Gold Hardware Bag
By Hermès
Located in Aventura, FL
This is a pre-owned Hermes Birkin bag. It is Crocodile Leather with Exterior / Interior Color in
HERMES Colvert blue SHINY PRORSUS CROCODILE 32mm Belt Strap 90
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
Hermes 32mm belt strap in Bleu Colvert (petrol) matte porosus crocodile. Brand new. Comes with box
Hermes Birkin 35 Blue Electric Shiny Porosus Crocodile Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Absolutely Stunning RARE Hermes Birkin 35 Blue Electric Crocodile Skin Leather Gold Hardware
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H 5.12 in W 12.21 in D 1.19 in
2013 Hermes Blue Tempete Shiny Niloticus Crocodile Leather Kelly Cut
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
HERMÈS Blue Tempete Shiny Niloticus Crocodile Leather Kelly Cut Xupes Reference: CB386 Serial
Hermes Crocodile Birkin Bag 25 Blue Saphire Gold Hardware Porosus
By Hermès
Located in West Chester, PA
Crocodile Birkin Bag Size is 25cm The finest Crocodile in the world, Porosus The color is to die
Hermes Kelly 28 Bamboo Touch Crocodile Togo bag
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Kelly 28 Bamboo Touch Crocodile Niloticus bag. U stamp-2021 year. Bag comes with dust bag
Hermes Birkin 25 Bag Emerald Crocodile Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Hermes Birkin 25 crocodile bag features jewel toned Emerald Green. Lush with
Hermès Blue Brighton Porosus Crocodile 35 cm Birkin Bag with Palladium
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Hermès Blue Brighton Porosus Crocodile 35 cm Birkin Bag- Pristine Condition; meticulously stored
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H 10 in D 7 in L 13.75 in
Hermes Birkin 35 HSS Special Oder Graphite Blue Marine Violet Crocodile
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Hermes Birkin 35 HSS Special Oder Tri-Color Graphite Blue Marine Violet Crocodile. Excellent
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H 5.52 in W 7.88 in D 3.55 in
Hermès Blue Tempete Shiny Porosus Crocodile Leather Vintage Kelly 20cm Sellier
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès Blue Tempete Shiny Porosus Crocodile Leather Vintage Kelly 20cm Sellier Brand- Hermès Model
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H 9 in D 6 in L 11.75 in
Hermes Birkin 30 Touch Blue Indigo Ostrich Black Crocodile Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Absolutely Stunning Rare Limited Edition As New Hermes Birkin 30 Touch Blue Indigo Ostrich and
Hermès Turquoise Crocodile 30 cm Birkin with Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Hermès Blue Paon Crocodile 30 cm Birkin is in pristine unworn condition with the
Hermès Bleu Colvert Shiny Niloticus Crocodile Kelly Cut 123h22
By Hermès
Located in Dix hills, NY
Hermès Bleu Colvert Shiny Niloticus Crocodile Kelly Cut 123h22 Date Code/Serial Number: T PN 007 GA
Hermes Birkin 35 Bag Emerald Porosus Crocodile Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Birkin 35 bag featured in Emerald Porosus Crocodile. This stunning
Hermes Birkin 30 Bag Jade Porosus Crocodile Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Crocodile. Show stopping and over the top fabulous! This rare and beautiful Hermes Birkin has exceptional
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H 9 in D 6 in L 11.75 in
Hermes Birkin 30 Blue Marine Rouge H Contour Porosus Crocodile Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Absolutely Stunning RARE As New Hermes Birkin 30 Blue Marine Rouge H Contour Crocodile Skin Leather
Hermes Birkin 35 HSS Special Order Blue Electric Rose Tyrien Pink Crocodile
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Hermes Birkin 35 HSS Special Oder Blue Electric Rose Tyrien Pink Brushed Palladium Hardware
Hermes Diamond & 18k White Gold Shiny Crocodile Skin Bearn Wallet
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Hermes Diamond & 18k White Gold Shiny Crocodile Skin Bearn Wallet Blue shiny Porosus Crocodile
HERMES BIRKIN bag 30 Emerald Green Blue Izmir Crocodile bi color horseshoe
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Exquisite jewel toned Crocodile Vert Emeraude (Emerald) green is exotic with brilliant Bleu Izmir
Hermes Kelly Cut Clutch Bag Blue Sapphire Crocodile Gold Hardware New w/Box
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a guaranteed authentic timeless Hermes Kelly Cut bag features Sapphire Crocodile
Hermes Birkin 30 Bag Jade Porosus Crocodile Gold Hardware New w/Box
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Crocodile. Show stopping and over the top fabulous! This rare and beautiful Hermes Birkin has exceptional
Hermes Brighton Blue Matte Crocodile 35cm Birkin Bag
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Hermes Porosus crocodile leather Birkin bag in matte Brighton Blue featuring Palladium hardware
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H 10.5 in D 7.5 in L 15.5 in
Hermès Blue Electrique Porosus Crocodile 40 cm Birkin Bag- Palladium HW
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Hermès Blue Electrique Porosus Crocodile 40 cm Birkin- Pristine Condition; appears never before
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H 15.75 in W 15.75 in D 9.45 in
2017 Hermes Blue Marine Shiny Porosus Crocodile Leather Birkin 40cm HAC
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"HERMÈS Blue Marine Shiny Porosus Crocodile Leather Birkin 40cm HAC Reference: HB2542 Serial
HERMES BIRKIN 35 Vivid Electric Bleu Blue Bag Porosus Crocodile Palladium
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
exquisite Porosus Crocodile which is the small scale and the most exclusive. Perfectly neutral and fresh
Hermes Birkin 30 Touch Bag Blue Marine Crocodile and Black Leather Palladium
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a limited edition Hermes Birkin 30 Touch bag features Blue Marine Crocodile and
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H 7.49 in D 1.19 in L 8.47 in
Hermès Vintage Sequana Bag Magic Purple Blue Porosus Crocodile Golden Hdw RARE
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Crocodile Porosus and Golden Hardware Lined with Purple Blue dipped Lambskin Leather (agneau plongé
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent ' Rive Gauche ' Black Skirt Suit Size 44 YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage Yves Saint Laurent 'Rive Gauche' black skirt suit! Flattering neckline on jacket, with two dome gold buttons at waist, and at cuffs. Also features interior waist bu...
Karl Lagerfeld Skirt with Handkerchief Hem
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black wool jersey skirt from Karl Lagerfeld. It has a 2 1/2" wide waistband with overlapping pointed panels forming the skirt. It has a back zipper, front pockets and is...
Bobbie Jerome 1950s Sculptural Velvet Handbag with Bakelite Handles
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous rich black silk velvet handbag with rounded deep orange Bakelite top handles. It has a gently curved top and gold clasp closure. The bag is lined in black silk with 2 Ins...
$29,020
Size: FR40 - UK12 - US6
John Galliano Ivory Metallic Jacquard Slip Dress with Rhinestone Straps, SS 2003
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
Bias-cut slip dress in ivory and gold-tone viscose blend jacquard, designed by John Galliano for Spring-Summer 2003. The fabric features a woven floral damask motif with metallic thr...
Herbert Levine Red Stilettos
By Herbert Levine
Located in New York, NY
Glamorous Herbert Levine Red Calf Stilettos decorated with a black "berry" and red ties. Retailed at Bonwit Teller, 1950's USA. 6.5AA, 2.75" widest across front. Very narrow.
Vionnet Runway Veraline Blue Plisse Cut-Out Pleated Dress Gown NWT
By Valentino, Vionnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vionnet of Paris veraline blue plisse pleated cutout gown is the 1st look that opened the 2016 Spring runway show. (see photo) Sleeveless with pleated panels of bodice twisted toget...
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...
Louis Vuitton Paris Italian Knit Brown Cardigan c 21st c
By Louis Vuitton
Located in University City, MO
Louis Vuitton Paris Italian knit brown cardigan sweater Size M The chic Italian knit cardigan is designed with a muted light brown shade; accented with subtle gold metallic knit band...
$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...
Jean Paul Gaultier New Silk Jacket Top 1990s
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Water Mill, NY
A spectacular black silk jacket/blouse with a multitude of detail by Jean Paul Gaultier. It has a stand up collar, a V front and back yoke which along with the balloon sleeves' wide...
Hermes Birkin Limited Edition 35 Diamond Bordeaux Porosus Crocodile Bag
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an exceptional limited edition Hermes Birkin 35 Diamond Porosus Crocodile bag featured in stunning jewel-toned Bordeaux. This rare masterpiece features 18K White Go...
Gianni Versace S/S 1995 Vintage Sheer Panels Silk Black Gown Evening Dress
By Gianni Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Gianni Versace S/S 1995 Vintage Sheer Panels Silk Black Gown Evening Dress IT 38 Gianni Versace black silk evening dress featuring sheer crossover accents at bodice and concealed zi...
1980S BOB MACKIE Black Beaded Silk Chiffon Long Sleeve Gown With Fringe
By Bob Mackie
Located in New York, NY
1980S BOB MACKIE Black Beaded Silk Chiffon Long Sleeve Gown With Fringe
1950s Creme And Black Silk Lace cocktail Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1950s Creme Silk Dress with black lace cocktail dress with fitted waist and large lapel. Bust: 36” / Waist: 26” / Length: 43 inches
New in Box Vuitton Limited Edition Camo Mini Palm Springs Backpack Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Louis Vuitton limited edition camouflage mini backpack. Monogram signature canvas with black leather straps. External zipped pocket, internal open pocket. Comes with serial number, d...
1960s White and Green Beaded Mini Cocktail Dress
By British Crown Colony
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage 1960s Intricate White and Green beaded sequin floral pattern on white lace mini cocktail dress. Dress is lined in silk but sleeve in unlined. Size: best fit size 0/2 or 4 Bu...
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.