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 hardware.
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 hardware.
Hermès Constance Rouge Braise Alligator Shoulder bag
By Hermès
Located in Capri, IT
Hermès Constance Rouge Braise Alligator Shoulder bag Stunning Hermès Constance in rouge braise alligator leather; some shadows or imperfections on the crocodile-patterned hardware wi...
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H 7.09 in D 2.37 in L 9.06 in
Hermès Constance 23 shoulder bag in Black Epsom Calf leather , GHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Sublime Hermès Constance 23 shoulder bag in black Epsom calf leather, with gold metal trim, a black Epsom leather shoulder strap allowing ...
Hermès Constance 23 shoulder bag in White Pecari leather , GHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Superb Hermès Constance 23 shoulder bag in white Pecari leather, gold plated metal trim, a white pecari leather strap allowing a shoulder ...
Stunning Hermes Constance 23 shoulder bag in Rouge H boxcalf leather, GHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Exquisite Hermes Constance 23 shoulder bag in Red H (burgundy) boxcalf leather , gold plated metal hardware, convertible handle in burgundy leather allowing a hand or shoulder suppor...
Rare Hermès Constance 23 shoulder bag in Black Box Calfskin Leather , GHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Stunning Hermès Constance 23 shoulder bag in black box calf leather, gold plated metal trim, a black box calf leather shoulder strap allow...
Rare Hermès Constance 23 shoulder bag in black box calfskin leather , PHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Sublime Hermès Constance 23 shoulder bag in black box calfskin, silver palladium metal trim, a black box leather shoulder strap for shoulder...
New Hermès Constance 23 shoulder bag in sapphire blue box calf leather , PHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Sublime Hermes Constance 23 shoulder bag in sapphire blue box calfskin leather, silver-tone metal trim, a blue box leather shoulder strap al...
Rare Hermès Constance 23 shoulder bag in dark green box calfskin leather , GHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Stunning Hermès Constance 23 shoulder bag in dark green calf box, gold-plated metal trim, a green box leather shoulder strap for a shoulde...
Rare Hermes Constance 23 shoulder bag in black box calf, gold and enamel HW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Rare & Amazing Hermes Constance 23 limited edition in black box calf leather , gold-plated and enamel metal hardware, convertible handle in black leather for a hand, shoulder or cros...
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H 7.09 in D 2.37 in L 9.06 in
Hermès Constance 23 enamel shoulder bag in Paon blue Epsom calf leather , PHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Sublime Hermès Constance 23 limited edition shoulder bag in Bleu Paon Epsom calfskin leather with Mint Green interior, silver-tone metal hardw...
Hermes Constance Bag Epsom 24
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Excellent. Scratches on hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 10", Height 8", Width 9", Depth 3", Strap Drop 17" Designer: Hermes Model: Constance Bag ...
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Constance Bag Hermès 23cm Dark Brown
By Hermès
Located in Castries, FR
Constance Hermès bag, color coffee in box leather.
Hermes Tan Epsom Constance
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Hermes tan epsom leather Constance bag with high carat gold plated hardware. 23 Size. Made in France in 1991. In a very good condition for the age. With dustbag and box. With correct...
HERMES Naturelle beige Courchevel leather CONSTANCE 23 Shoulder Bag
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès Constance 23 shoulder bag in Naturelle Courchevel leather featuring gold-tone hardware.
70's Hermes 23 cm Crocodile Constance Shoulder Bag
By Hermès
Located in Geneva, CH
An early 70's classical black Hermes Constance bag in precious and rare crocodile Porosus skin with gold metal hardware. This piece has no blind stamp as it dates from before 1975. I...
Hermes Navy Indigo Box Calf Constance 23 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Hermes Navy Box Calf Constance- EXCELLENT The Constance is considered truly classic and highly collectible. The Constance has simple clean lines with a style that suggests an equestr...
Vintage Hermes Black Box Leather Constance 23 Bag GHW
By Hermès
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Item is in good vintage condition. Showing slight touch ups on the leather surface and light wrinkling. Slight scratches on the hardware. Strap shows a little cracking (as seen on th...
Hermès Blue Thalassa Crinoline and Blue Mykonos Limited Edition Constance 23 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Geneva, CH
Exquisite pre-owned 2012 Limited Edtion for this Constance 23 bag from the house of Hermès. Crafted in a beautiful soft Blue Mykonos Tadelakt leather and Blue Thalassa Crinoline. Pa...
Hermès Vintage Constance Bag Black Ostrich Autruche Noir Ghw 23 cm
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Rare and Beautiful Authentic Hermès Bag "CONSTANCE" Made in France Stamp I in circle (Vintage) Made of Ostrich Leather and Golden Hardware Ostrich is it a resistant leather, and...
Hermès Indigo Lizard Leather Vintage Constance 23
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès Indigo Lizard Leather Vintage Constance 23 Product Details Xupes Ref: CB1444 Brand: Hermès Model: Constance 23 Type: Crossbody, Shoulder Serial Number: [D] Age: 2000 Accompan...
Hermes Vintage Constance Hand Bag Suede and Gold Leather GHW 23 cm
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Beautiful and Rare Authentic Hermès Bag " CONSTANCE " Made in France Stamp M in a circle (1983) Vintage Bag Made of brown Suede, gold Leather, golden Hardware, white Sewings Co...
Hermès Constance Bag Rouge H Box Leather Enamelled Clasp 23 cm RARE
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Stunning Gorgeous Authentic Hermès Bag " CONSTANCE " Made in France Stamp J in circle (1980). Vintage Outside made of Box Leather, inside lined with Lambskin Leather Colorway: R...
Vintage Hermes Constance H Bag Blue Box Leather Gold Hardware 23 cm
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
This bag is so hard to find. A real treasure, do not miss it Made in France, vintage bag Made of Box leather, Gold and Enamel hardware Colorway: Bleu (blue) Lined with ...
2020 Hermès Black Box Calf Leather Constance 23
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
HERMÈS Black Box Calf Leather Constance 23 Xupes Reference: CB204 Serial Number: Y Age (Circa): 2020 Accompanied By: Hermès Dust Bag, Box, Care Booklet, Protective Felt, Receipt Aut...
Hermès Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Constance 23
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
HERMÈS Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Constance 23 Xupes Reference: HBJJLG023 Serial Number: (F) Age (Circa): 1976 Accompanied By: Hermès Dust Bag Authenticity Details: Date Stamp (...
1999 Hermès Sesame Shiny Lizard Leather Vintage Constance 23
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
HERMÈS Sesame Shiny Lizard Leather Vintage Constance 23 Reference: HB2760 Serial Number: [C] Age (Circa): 1999 Accompanied By: Hermès Dust Bag Authenticity Details: Date Stamp (Made...
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H 6.7 in W 9.06 in D 1.58 in
Hermès Bleu Saphir Shiny Mississippiensis Alligator Leather Constance 23
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
HERMÈS Bleu Saphir Shiny Mississippiensis Alligator Leather Constance 23 Xupes Reference: CB188 Serial Number: [Q] Age (Circa): 2013 Accompanied By: Hermès Dust Bag, Box, Care Bookl...
Hermes Navy Blue Box Leather Constance Bag
By Hermès
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Hermes - Navy blue box leather Constance bag with a gold-plated fastener on a flap, and a cross-body strap. Piece with a certificate of conformity. Additional information: Condition...
2015 Hermes Bleu Saphir Swift Leather Double Gusset Constance 23
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
HERMES Bleu Saphir Swift Leather Constance 23 This HERMES Constance 23 is in Unworn Condition accompanied by Hermes Dust Bag, Box, Care Card.
1972 Hermès Chocolate Brown Box Calf Leather Vintage Constance 23
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
HERMÈS Chocolate Brown Box Calf Leather Vintage Constance 23 Xupes Reference: CB213 Serial Number: (B) Age (Circa): 1972 Accompanied By: Hermès Dust Bag, Box Authenticity Details: D...
Hermes Constance Bag - Dark Brown Box Leather - Vintage - Excellent Condition
By Hermès
Located in Geneva, CH
Its sleek lines and gold H clasp make the Constance the perfect day to night bag. Adjustable shoulder strap.
HERMES 'Constance' 23 cm navy box leather bag - gold hardware
By Hermès
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Navy blue box leather Constance bag with gold hardware from Hermes. Bag measures 9” wide, 6.5” tall, and expandable up to 2” deep. It has two inner compartments, with a zippered pock...
Hermes Vintage Constance H Bag Brown Crocodile Gold Hdw 23 cm
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Beautiful Authentic Hermes Bag "CONSTANCE" Made in France Stamp R, from 1962 Made of Brown Crocodile Skin and Golden Hardware Lined with smooth brown leather 1 main compartment...
Rare Hermes Constance H Bag Emeral Green Lizard Gold Hdw 23 cm
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
GORGEOUS AUTHENTIC VINTAGE HERMES FLAP BAG CONSTANCE Made in France Stamp E in a circle Made of Lizard Skin and Golden Hardware Colorway: Emeral Green Lined with da...
Hermes
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hermes 23 cm Constance bag in deep chocolate brown lizard skin with gold hardware.
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, which is even more time it takes to make a Birkin. With a wait time of over a year if o...
HERMES 'Constance' 23 cm black box leather bag - gold hardware
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Luxury at its very finest. The Constance takes an Hermes craftsman over 60 hours to construct, which is even more time it takes to make a Birkin. You will not find anything more well...
Vintage Hermes Black Crocodile Constance 23 GHW Shoulder Bag RARE
By Hermès
Located in Philadelphia, PA
AUTHENTIC HERMES black crocodile constance bag in excellent vintage condition. Black crocodile leather exterior trimmed with shining gold hardware. Lift latch single flap style closu...
Hermes Constance Black H bag with gold hardware 23 cm
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
100% authentic vintage Hermes constance shoulder bag in black box leather and gold palladium hardware. The bag features adjustable shoulder strap, soft swift leather interior, open p...
1968 Hermes Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Constance 23
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
HERMES Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Constance 23 This HERMES Constance 23 is in Good Pre-Owned Condition.
Hermes Constance H Flap Bag Black Shiny Crocodile Gold HDW 23 cm
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
BEAUTIFUL AUTHENTIC HERMES BAG " CONSTANCE " Made in France, Stamp C in a circle Made of Crocodile Skin and Gold Plated Hardware Colorway: Black Lined with smooth bla...
Statement Bag Hermès Satin Micro Mini Constance Mint
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermès Satin Micro Mini Constance bag . Super rare and impossible to find .
Hermes Constance 23 shoulder bag in black Crocodile with gold hardware !
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
"The must have" Hermes Constance 23 shoulder bag in black porosus crocodile, gold plated metal , black crocodile handle for a hand or shoulder.
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H 7.09 in D 2.37 in L 9.06 in
Hermès Constance 23 shoulder bag in Azalée Pink Epsom Calf leather , PHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Sublime Hermès Constance 23 shoulder bag in Azalée Pink Epsom calf leather, with silver metal trim, a pink Epsom leather shoulder strap al...
Stunning Hermes Constance 23 shoulder bag in burgundy boxcalf leather, GHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Exquisite Hermes Constance 23 shoulder bag in Red H (burgundy) boxcalf leather , gold plated metal hardware, convertible handle in burgundy leather allowing a hand or shoulder suppor...
Amazing Hermes Constance 23 shoulder bag in black Porosus Crocodile, GHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Amazing Hermes Constance 23 shoulder bag in black porosus crocodile leather , gold-plated metal hardware, black crocodile handle for hand or shoulder support Fastener with logo on f...
Brand New Hermès Constance 23 shoulder bag in Gold Epsom leather , GHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Amazing Hermès Constance 23 shoulder bag in Epsom Gold Calf, gold plated metal trim, a shoulder strap in epsom gold leather allowing a shoulder or crossbody carry Logo closure on fl...
Stunning Hermes Constance 23 shoulder bag in Navy blue boxcalf leather, GHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Exquisite Hermes Constance 23 shoulder bag in blue navy boxcalf leather , gold plated metal hardware, convertible handle in blue leather allowing a hand or shoulder support Closure ...
Stunning Hermes Constance 23 shoulder bag in black box calfskin leather, GHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Exquisite Hermes Constance 23 shoulder bag in black box calf leather, gold plated metal hardware, convertible handle in black leather for a hand or shoulder support Closure marked H...
Brand New Hermès Constance 23 shoulder bag in Black Box Calf leather , GHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Sublime Hermès Constance 23 shoulder bag in black box calf, gold plated metal trim, a black box leather shoulder strap for shoulder or ...
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H 7.09 in D 2.37 in L 9.06 in
Hermes Constance 23 shoulder bag in burgundy calfskin with gold hardware !
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
"The must have" Hermes Constance 23 bag in burgundy box leather, gold metal hardware, convertible handle in burgundy leather for hand or shoulder wear.
Hermes Constance 23 shoulder bag in black calfskin with gold hardware !
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
"The must have" Hermes Constance 23 bag in black box leather, gold metal trim, convertible handle in black leather for hand or shoulder wear.
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H 7.09 in D 2.37 in L 9.06 in
Hermes Constance 23 shoulder bag in burgundy calfskin with gold hardware !
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
"The must have" Hermes Constance 23 bag in burgundy box leather, gold metal trim, convertible handle in burgundy leather for hand or shoulder wear.
Hermes Constance 23 shoulder bag in brown calfskin and gold hardware !
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
"The must have" Hermes Constance 23 bag in brown box leather, gold metal trim, convertible handle in brown leather for hand or shoulder wear.
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H 7.09 in D 2.37 in L 9.06 in
Hermes Constance 23 shoulder bag in burgundy calfskin with gold hardware !
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
"The must have" Hermes Constance 23 bag in burgundy box leather, gold metal trim, convertible handle in burgundy leather for hand or shoulder wear.
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H 7.09 in D 2.37 in L 9.06 in
Hermes Constance 23 shoulder bag in burgundy calfskin with gold hardware !
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
"The must have" Hermes Constance 23 bag in burgundy box leather, gold metal hardware, convertible handle in burgundy leather for hand or shoulder wear.
Hermes Constance 23 shoulder bag in black box calfskin with gold hardware !
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Splendid Hermes Constance Handbag 23 cm in black box leather, gold metal trim, black leather transformable handle allowing a hand or shoulder support.
Hermes Constance 23 shoulder bag in black box calfskin with gold hardware !
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
"The must have" Hermes Constance 23 bag in black box leather, gold-plated metal hardware, transformable handle in black leather allowing a hand or shoulder support.
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New W Box Gucci Malika Large Python Clutch Bag in Bronze Pewter Spring 2011
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Brand New With Tags & Box A Rare Find New Spring 2011 Runway $3950 Bronze Metallic Pewter Full 100% Python Throughout the Bag Braided Double Straps Wrap Around and Connect ...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Lace up Top and Skirt
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible 2 piece silk skirt and top set in a pink and yellow flower print from John Galliano for Christian Dior. The top has adjustable functional pink lacing at the center fron...
Vintage Bon Gout Black Crocodile Bag
By Bon Gout
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage crocodile bag by Bon Gout . This super shiny crocodile bag is large enough for todays essentials, measuring Width 13'', height 7 1/2 '', and depth 3''. The bag has a ...
$202,800
H 5.9 in W 7.9 in D 3.9 in
HERMÈS Birkin Sellier 20 Havane Matte Alligator with Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Forest Park, GA
HERMÈS Birkin Sellier 20 Havane Matte Alligator with Gold Hardware The Hermès Birkin Sellier 20 in Havane matte alligator is a rare expression of refined elegance and exclusivity. T...
Hermes Ostrich Skin Constance Long Wallet
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Hermes Ostrich Skin Constance Long Wallet Sapphire blue Ostrich skin with large 'H' closure in palladium hardware. Front flap opens to tonal, partitioned interior with card slots a...
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...
CHRISTIAN DIOR Boutique c.1990s Haute Couture Numbered Black Silk Sequin Bustier
By Christian Dior
Located in Thiensville, WI
Christian Dior Boutique c.1990's haute couture numbered (16923) black silk sequin bustier. Strapless sweetheart neckline. Black sequin embellished waistline. Center back separating z...
New Badgley Mischka Couture Beaded Evening Dress Gown Sz 4
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Conroe, TX
Badgley Mischka Gown Brand New with Tags Shell: 100% Silk Lining: 100% Polyester Sequined Neckline Flowing down one side and at back strap Zipper and Hook Closure Bust 36" Empire W...
CAROLEE vintage elephant gold tone glass pearls rhinestones designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed CAROLEE • gold tone with glass pearls and rhinestones • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs o...
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...
$19,920
H 9.5 in W 12.25 in L 4.25 in
Chanel 2005 Vintage Classic Flap Limited Edition PNY Jumbo Expandable Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Paris New York PNY Jumbo Expandable Maxi Calfskin Flap Bag 2005 {VINTAGE 19 Years} Ruthenium hardware Diamond stitch calfskin aged leather Flap with CC turn lock Interior z...
Chanel Lurex Linen Mini Tote
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Mini Tote in lurex linen with gold leather lining. Linen is metallic gold with over quilting with signature chain handles. Charming miniature shopping bag size with logo clasp...
2016 Chanel Urban Mix Flap Black Quilted Leather Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
Chanel bag, Urban Mix model, made in black leather and golden hardware. Equipped with a flap with CC logo turn lock closure, internally lined in burgundy fabric, quite roomy. Equippe...
Hermes Blue Jean Evercolor Leather Constance Slim Wallet
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Blue Jean Evercolor Leather Constance Slim Wallet. Features removable coin purse, and belt loop at back for options belt bag wear. Features belt loop allowing for belt bag wea...
New $3190 Oscar De La Renta Bordeaux Long Floral Lace Fishtail Skirt US 8
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Montgomery, TX
Oscar de la Renta floor-length floral lace fishtail skirt. Designer size - 8 Banded natural waist, Long, slightly flared silhouette. Scalloped hem falls to the floor, Back train, Hid...
Thierry Mugler Couture Old Hollywood Glamour 30's Style Dress Gown
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Thierry Mugler Couture rich black velvet bias cut gown with thigh high slit. Fully lined in red silk charmeuse designed to show at arm openings and side leg slit. Also fe...
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.
Ever since we’ve needed an accessory to carry our personal items when we’re on the go, shoulder bags have proven indispensable. Today, vintage and designer shoulder bags are such a treasured part of fashion history that they even get their own museum exhibitions. And while lovers of luxury handbags and purses are savvier now and have a wider range of shopping options, classics created by brands such as Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.
Prior to bags becoming an essential piece of any ensemble for any gender, women wore pockets strung on ribbons as garments that were separate from their gowns, accessible by openings in the fabric. Small handbags and handheld purses were developed before the accessory gained importance as functional and fashionable. Most had more in common with wallets than anything else.
While the bags of the 16th century warranted ornament, such as exteriors embroidered with silver-gilt thread and beads, it wasn’t until the late 18th century and early 19th century that the design and craft of bags had really broadened. Handheld purses were finished with details that were meant to garner attention, and bags were fitted with shoulder straps. A stylish shoulder bag meant that women could tote jewelry, cash and perhaps a decorative snuff box full of tobacco to an evening ball across town.
The early 1900s saw the introduction of gold and silver minaudières. The patenting of these compact bejeweled clutches has been attributed to revered French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels, and today they remain a fashion favorite. One of Judith Leiber’s innovative minaudières even earned a role in the movie Sex and the City.
A luxury shoulder bag is a work of art with a long, fascinating origin story, and entire brands and fashion lines have emerged around creating the perfect versions of shoulder bags and top-handle bags. For example, the iconic Hermès Kelly bag, which was popularized by actress Grace Kelly, is a widely coveted, collected and often faked entry from the handbag hall of fame. And while vintage Gucci tote bags have their own dedicated fan base, collectors are likely familiar with the Dionysus, a pared-down Gucci shoulder bag that manages to make a substantial statement anyway.
Embrace a classic look with a vintage shoulder bag designed by Chanel, Givenchy or Fendi — find yours on 1stDibs today.
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.