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VALENTINO BOUTIQUE Black Leather Half Coat Vintage
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
Styled with : A chanel vintage Lion necklace, a Chanel vintage belt, A Hermès vintage croco belt, an YSL vintage blouse for sale separately.
Hermes Kelly 20 Noir (Black) in Croco Leather Gold Hardware (GHW) Stamp A (2017)
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Brand New, fresh from store and never worn Hermes Mini Kelly 20 cm purse, in chick and elegant classic Black Color and Alligator Mississippiensis Shiny Leather. This nice piece has G...
Hermes Vintage Black Croco Vintage Shoulder Bag
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Nice Vintage hermes bag in crocodile with golden hardware. Good vintage condition howenver it presents soome signs of use Bag from the 70's No Cites. So check your country regulatiio...
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Hermes 60's Vintage Brown Croco Vintage Bag
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Nice Vintage hermes bag in crocodile with golden hardware. Good vintage condition howenver it presents soome signs of use and some stiches has been redone, some signs of wear in the ...
Hermès Birkin 30cm Bleu Encre Touch Veau Togo/Croco Nilo Lisse
By Hermès
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An exquisite Hermès Touch Birkin 30 cm bag. The exterior of this Birkin "Touch" features a bleu veau togo and bleu niloticus lisse leather with palladium hardware. The exterior is co...
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H 5.52 in W 3.15 in L 7.88 in
Hermès Mini Kelly Vintage Bag Sellier Black Croco Crocodile Ghw 20 cm RARE
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Adorable Authentic Hermès Mini Kelly Bag Sellier Version, Rigid, So Chic ! This Baby Kelly is a vintage one (Higher and handle longer than the new version. Can hold your cell phone...
HERMÈS H Crocodile Constance Belt Black Vintage 1990s W/Box
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
HERMÈS H Crocodile Constance Belt Black Vintage 1990s W/Box A beautiful vintage 90s crocodile iconic HERMÈS Constance Belt.
Hermès bordeaux croco leather silver hardware belt
By Hermès
Located in Capri, IT
Hermès bordeaux croco leather silver hardware belt totally made in france size 100 cm
Hermes Vintage Black Croco Pocket Agenda
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Nice Vintage Hermes Croco agenda in black croco and leather. Really good condition.
One of a Kind Hermes Kelly 20 Black Crocodile, 18k gold hardware and diamonds
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
One of a kind Black hermes croco Kelly 20 with 18k gold hardware and diamonds.
1960s Hermès Navy Croco Handbag
By Hermès
Located in PARIS, FR
Hermès 60'S Drag Navy Croco Handbag Stunning and hard to find Hermès Drag bag in navy croco leather.
Hermes Black Kelly Croco 32
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Nice and in excellent condition Hermes Kelly croco with golden hardware. Size 32 Year: E in a circle so 1975 Condition: excellent Sold with dust bag, keys , clochette and lock
Vintage Black Croco Hermes Bag
By Hermès
Located in PARIS, FR
Hermes 60's vintage crocodile bag. Good vintage condition for . a 60 years old bag but it presents signs of wear in the crododile leather and inside. Clasp working perfectly Packagi...
Hermes Vintage Brown Kelly Croco 32.
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Nice and in excellent condition Hermes Kelly croco with golden hardware. Size 32 NO CIITES needed as bag prior 1971.
Hermes Vintage Black Croco Bag, 1960s
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Nice Vintage hermes bag in crocodile and black leather with golden hardware. Good vintage condition Signature Hermes paris (bag from the 60's) Size 9.5x6
Exceptional Hermes Lock green Croco Handbag
By Hermès
Located in Verviers, BE
Exceptional & Rare Hermes Lock Handbag in green crocodile leather handbag, gold hardware finishing. Marked: Hermès Paris Made in France. letter K in a circle, 1982. Excellent conditi...
Stunning Hermes Piano croco Handbag 60s
By Hermès
Located in Verviers, BE
Incredible Hermes Vintage Piano Crocodile Handbag of the Sixties. Excellent vintage condition. Gold hardware Finishing. Marked: Hermès Paris. Size: 27 x 20 x 7 cm - 10.6 x 7.9 x 2.8 ...
Hermes Vintage Black Croco Vintage Boutonnière Bag
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Vintage Hermes blackc croco bag in good vintage condition (leather shiny and interior too) Size 26x16 cm Signed inside Clasp also signed
Hermes Etrier Model red croco bag, 1960s
By Hermès
Located in Verviers, BE
Incredible red croco Hermes vintage bag of the 60s. The Etrier Model.
Exceptional Hermes Large Piano Croco Handbag 1960
By Hermès
Located in Verviers, BE
Incredible Hermes Beauty in Excellent condition! Very Rare Large Piano Crocodile Handbag made by Hermes in the Sixties. Gold hardware. Marked: Hermès Paris. Size: 27 x 20 x 7 cm - 10...
Hermes Vintage Green Croco Kelly Handbag, 1960s
By Hermès
Located in Verviers, BE
Beautifull and vintage green Hermès Kelly Handbag of the 60s. Some restore and the shoulder strap have been made by an artisan of Hermès. Gold hardware finishing. The bag will be se...
Exceptional Hermès Kelly Croco of the 60s
By Hermès
Located in Verviers, BE
A Fabulous and Iconic Hermès Kelly Brown Crocodile leather Handbag of the 60s. Size: 32 cm. Marked: Hermès Paris. Cites and Authenticity document delivered. Excellent vintage conditi...
Hermes Vintage Brown Croco Shoulder Piano Bag
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Nice Vintage hermes bag in crocodile with golden hardware. Good vintage condition howenver it presents soome signs of use Signature Hermes PParis (bag from the 60's) No Cites. So che...
Vintage Hermes Constance 23 Black Croco Bag
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Vintage 60's Hermes Constance in Black crocodile. Bag in good vintage conditon but it has bene gently used ( signs in the claps and leather) Strap has bene replaced and i has been...
Stunning Hermes Kelly Croco Backpack Collectibe 1997
By Hermès
Located in Verviers, BE
Just gorgeous and so unique to find! Exceptional crocodile leather Kelly Backpack of 1997. Marked Hermès Paris made in France. Gold Hardware. Excellent condition. Letter A in a squar...
Hermès Birkin 30 Bleu Ciel Croco Niloticus PHW
By Hermès
Located in Antwerp, BE
Hermès Birkin 30 Bleu Ciel Croco Niloticus PHW What an absolute beauty!
Hermes Vintage Brown Kelly Croco 35. Excellent Condition
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Nice and in excellent condition Hermes Kelly croco with golden hardware. Size 35 Possible to export it as I have the ciopy ofinvoece that will be sent with the bag.
Hermes 1974 Vintage "2002" Bag in Black Croco
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Vintage Hermes 2002 bag in black crocodile with shoulder or corssbody strap ( for a medium/ small size person) Good vintage condition some scratches in the hardware. This model is ...
Hermes Vintage Black Croco Bag Chaine D'ancre
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Nice Vintage hermes bag in crocodile and black leather with golden hardware. Good vintage condition Signature Hermes paris (bag from the 60's) No Cites. So check your country regulat...
Hermes black croco clutch/handbag 1976 Excellent condition
By Hermès
Located in Verviers, BE
Gorgeous and rare Hermes, little H handbag, called Annie, dated 1976. Black crocodile leather and gold hardware. Marked: Hermès Paris Made in France, letter F in a round. Black cal...
Hermes Kelly Cut Rouge H mat croco gold hw
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Another beautiful clutch by Hermès; Kelly Cut in Rouge H mat nilo croco with gold hardware.
Vintage Hermes Black Porosus Croco 'Demi Lune' Handbag 50s
By Hermès
Located in Antwerp, BE
1950s HERMES vintage crocodile handbag entitled "Demi Lune" Rectangular in shape with foldover flap, the handbag is made from the finest porosus baby crocodile skin in a classic time...
HERMES Sac KELLY 32 Sellier Croco Porosus Miel Leather, 2009
By Hermès
Located in Milan, IT
Hermes Sac Kelly 32 Sellier Croco Porosus Miel Leather.
Very Rare Hermès Birkin 30 handbag in Croco Niloticus Améthyste, PHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Gorgeous and rare Hermes Birkin Handbag 30 cm in Niloticus Crocodile Amethyst Matt, palladium metal trim, double handle made of Crocodile Amethyst allowing a handheld Purple leather...
NEW COLOR HERMES KELLY BAG 32CM GREY GRIS FONCE MATTE CROCO
By Hermès
Located in NYC Tri-State/Miami, NY
INSANE NEW COLOR HERMES KELLY BAG 32CM GREY GRIS FONCE MATTE CROCODILE As always, another one of my fab finds, Hermes Kelly 32cm. The color is STUNNING GREY, Perfection as always ...
Stunning Hermès Drag Croco Handbag 1970
Located in Verviers, BE
Gorgeous Hermès Drag Handbag in fabulous black crocodile leather. Gold hardware finishing, circa 1970. Marked: Hermès Paris Made in France. In excellent vintage condition. Size: 26 x...
Hermès Black Croco Belt Gold Buckle
Located in Antwerp, BE
This is a lovely vintage Hermès belt in black buffed crocodile leather. The buckle is yellow gold plated. A classic that never goes out of style. Blindstamp: 'C' in a circle = 1973
Black croco Constance 23 cm G H W
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Of all Hermès bags the Constance is probably the most rare, therefor the hardest to get hands on. This vintage Constance handbag has been cleaned and rejuvanated by Hermès Spa. T...
Hermes Sandrine Meil Crocodile
Located in Antwerp, BE
Hermes Sandrine Meil Croco with Golden hardware. The bag was crafted in France of luxurious meil crocodile leather with gold-plated metal pieces.
Hermes Vintage Croco Shoulder Bag
By Hermès
Located in Antwerp, BE
Very Good Vintage Condition Hermes Vintage Croco Shoulder Bag Absolutely Fabulous Vintage Hermes Evening Bag finished in shiny borwn Crocodile with Gold Hardware.
Stunning Hermès Vintage croco Handbag
By Hermès
Located in Verviers, BE
Exceptional Hermès black Vintage Porosus crocodile Leather Handbag of the 60s. This handbag is just a beauty... Fantastic porosus crocodile leather quality and the real french chic! ...
Brand New Hermes Kelly Cut Blue Marine Croco Porosus
By Hermès
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rare brand new Hermes Kelly Cut Bleu Marine Croco Porosus . Searching for an iconic Kelly in a clutch version?
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H 7.09 in D 2.37 in L 9.06 in
Customized Hermès Constance shoulder bag in brown croco with strap in Himalaya
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
"Nothing is rarer than what is unique" Houlux is proud to present a jewel from the workshops "John R" which has skillfully sublimated a superb Constance in brown Crocodile Porosus l...
Valentino Miss V black coat made of wool and cashmere from the 1990s
By Valentino Miss V
Located in Genova, IT
Valentino vintage black coat in wool and cashmere ABOUT Valentino Miss V egg-shaped coat, a warm and cozy style, all black. Refined details such as the padded shoulders, the round ...
1970’s Black Leather & Fur Belted Trench Coat with Fluffy Collar and Cuffs
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Chic 1970’s British made full leather trench coat. With super soft coney fur collar & wrist cuffs, buttons down the front, fitted silhouette and belted waistline. The coat is f...
Louis Vuitton Paris Mink Collar Ladies Black Wool Coat Size 38 US Size 6
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Tustin, CA
Elegant designer Louis Vuitton Paris ladies coat features a black wool exterior with a large, opulent black mink fur collar and soft rabbit fur lapel trim. The body of the coat is li...
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Verheyen London Edward Leather Coat with Faux Fur Collar in Black - Size uk 8
By Verheyen London
Located in London, GB
Verheyen London Edward Leather Coat with Faux Fur Collar in Red - Size uk 8 The Edward Leather Coat created by Verheyen London is a romantic design inspired by the 1970s and Edwardi...
Valentino — Leather Jacket, Italy, Size 50 (M)
By Valentino
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Valentino — Leather Jacket, Italy, Size 50 (M) Original Valentino leather jacket, made in Italy. Size: 50 (M) Condition: Good — gently worn, some wear on the leather surface (see ph...
BALLY Size 48 Black Leather Zip Buttons Coat
By Bally
Located in San Francisco, CA
BALLY leather coat in a black leather featuring belt, spread collar, and zip and button closure. Made in Italy.Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Minor signs of wear. Marked: 48 Me...
DSquared2 Black Leather Trench Style Full Coat - 46
By Dsquared2
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This DSqaured black full leather coat is a classic staple. It features a soft leather exterior, two front pockets, silver turnkey buttons, and a stitched paneled look. The coat is in...
VALENTINO Size 10 Black Shiny Lamb Shearling Coat
By Valentino
Located in San Francisco, CA
VALENTINO coat comes in a black shiny lamb shearling featuring a large lapel, flap pockets, fur trim, and a hook & eye closure. Made in Italy. Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Marked...
Valentino Black Astrakhan Lamb Fur Karakul Biker Jacket IT42
By Valentino
Located in Brossard, QC
Fitted silhouette. Ribbed elbows and back Leather lining Composition: Broadtail sheep, Goat leather, lamb leather Lined: Lamb leather Specialist Cleaning Made in Italy Size 42" Shou...
Valentino Vintage Black Silk Trench Coat Dress Size 6 Elegant Couture
By Valentino
Located in Krakow, PL
Valentino Black Silk Trench-Style Coat Dress Elegant Valentino vintage coat dress crafted in luxurious black silk with a subtle satin-like sheen. The sophisticated silhouette combine...
Hermès Vintage Black Cachemire Coat Size 34 FR IT 38, Circa 1990s
By Hermès
Located in Capri, IT
Hermès Black cachemire coat size 34 fr- it 38 An elegant black cachemire coat with silver tone hardware totally made in France
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Verheyen London Bespoke Edward Leather Trench Coat in Black, Size 12
By Verheyen London
Located in London, GB
Verheyen London Bespoke Edward Leather Trench Coat in Black, Size 12 The Edward Leather Coat created by Verheyen London is a romantic design inspired by the 1970s and Edwardian Era ...
Gianfranco Ferre Black Wool Long Coat Jacket w/ Belt Size 44
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gianfranco Ferre Black Wool Long Coat Jacket w/ Belt Size 44 Product details: Size 44 Featuring large collar detail, measure 4" high One gold and silver tone zipper on each side fr...
BALMAIN black leather DOUBLE BREASTED TRENCH Jacket 38 S
By Balmain
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Balmain double-breasted trench coat in black lambskin leather (100%). Features a tailored midi length silhouette, gold-tone B logo buttons, two flap pockets on the fro...
Elegant Moschino Fur & Leather Coat - IT Size 42
By Moschino
Located in Krakow, PL
Elevate your wardrobe with this stunning Moschino coat, crafted from luxurious fur and supple leather. This coat exudes sophistication and style, perfect for making a statement. Fe...
Valentino Black Leather Studded Jacket Size 8
By Valentino
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Valentino Black Leather Studded Jacket Size 8 Product details: Size 8 Silver tone geometric and turquoise round studs detail Collar Zip closure Two front zipped pockets Two silver t...
F/W 1999 Thierry Mugler Runway Beige Mesh Panel Black Pantsuit Set IT42
By Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From Thierry Mugler’s Fall/Winter 1999 collection, this two-piece black pantsuit features a fitted tunic top and high-waisted flared trousers. The set is accented with bold, strategi...
Versace Silk Halter Dress with Embroidery
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous fine stretch silk halter dress from Versace with a colorful pink lily print on a turquoise background. The halter neck and bust area are comprised of intricate silk cord f...
New Versace Fur Mink Leopard Print Coat It. 38
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Versace Real Mink Leopard Print Coat Designer size - 38 ( pls. check measurements) 100% Real Mink, Oversize Raccoon Fur Collar, 100% Silk Lining, Two Side Pockets, One Inner Pock...
Pierre Balmain Silk Safety Pin Dress
By Balmain, Pierre Balmain
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful pale yellow silk dress from Pierre Balmain. It is semi fitted skimming the body with a crew neckline and long sleeves adorned along the outside with dozens of silver saf...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Lace up Silk Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black fine silk dress with stretch from Christian Dior. It has a scoop neck front and back with intricate lacing starting at one shoulder crossing the front and back wrap...
Christian Dior by John Galliano 2005 Silk Nude Embellished Dress Fr. 42 US 10
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage Christian Dior by John Galliano Silk Embellished Dress 2005 Collection French size 42 ( US 10 ) Silver tone beads over the beige silk, Signature Galliano little buttons closu...
Tom Ford for Gucci F/W 2004 Runway Velvet Emerald Green Tuxedo Jacket 38 and 40
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Velvet Emerald Green Tuxedo Jacket F/W 2004 Final Tom Ford Runway Collection for Gucci Designer sizes available 38 and 40 Emerald Green Color, Shawl Collar, Black ...
Dolce & Gabbana Pink Green Geometric Print Lace up Sides Silk Dress 1990s
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful silk dress in a pink and green geometric print from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice is vertically boned, fitted through to the hips and has an attached matching pink adj...
DOLCE & GABBANA Vintage 2000s Stretch Silk Paisley Corset Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
This early 2000s Dolce & Gabbana dress captures the house’s signature sensual tailoring with a playful print and vibrant color palette. Crafted from a silk-blend paisley, the contour...
Vintage F/W 2004 Look #27 Tom Ford for Gucci Silk Dress Italian 42
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
GUCCI SILK DRESS Designed by Tom Ford for his final GUCCI F/W 2004 ready-to-wear collection. Look #27 A rare and iconic piece from Tom Ford’s final collection for Gucci, this vibra...
Thierry Mugler Phenomenal Rare 1985/86 Faux Fur Coat Jacket
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Museum worthy piece of Fashion History Breathtaking extremely rare Thierry Mugler creation, 1985/86 Collection. Super soft faux fur crop coat in the most vibrant beautiful colour. ...
Oscar De La Renta F/W 2011 Collection Green Persian Lamb Russian Sable Coat US 4
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Montgomery, TX
Oscar De La Renta Green Persian Lamb with Russian Sable Collar Coat F/W 2011 Collection US size - 4 100% Real Fur - Persian Lamb, Russian Sable Collar, Dark Green Color, A-Line Style...
MUGLER Crystal Teardrop Corset Top Rhinestone Corsage
By Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Spectacular Mugler Teardrop Corset Top. The beautiful piece showcases Thierry Mugler's signature blend of bold structure and feminine elegance. Crafted in a delicate powder blue, the...
Christian Dior by John Galliano 2004 hardcore Lace
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige
Rare Christian Dior by John Galliano SS 2004 hardcore lace up mini dress. Size FR 40. Condition: Really good.
Moschino Circa 1990s Black Leather Skirt with Tassels, Metal Studs and Flowers
By Moschino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Moschino skirt Black leather Red and black beaded tassels Gold studs Colorful leather and gold flower applique Side zipper and snap Fully lined
ALAIA black leather TRENCH COAT Jacket 38
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Zürich, CH
Alaia trench coat in black lambskin. With wide notch colar, belt loops at the waist, two flap pockets on the front sides, box pleat on the back, and woven seams. Closes with flat let...
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.