Hermès Sac 2020 Cityslide GM Blue Swift Leather Cross body Bag on Belt OS Hermes
By Hermès
Located in PARIS, FR
XL belt pouch or Cityslide bag, Large Model version, in blue leather (probably Swift) and silver
Hermès Sac 2020 Cityslide GM Blue Swift Leather Cross body Bag on Belt OS Hermes
By Hermès
Located in PARIS, FR
XL belt pouch or Cityslide bag, Large Model version, in blue leather (probably Swift) and silver
Hermès BNIB Mini Evelyne Capucine Gold
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès mini Evelyne shoulder and cross-body bag with signature perforated "H." Capucine taurillon
Hermès Flap Bicolor 226864 Green Straw Cross Body Bag
By Hermès
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: B in a square P in a circle Made In: France Measurements: Length: 14" Width: 3.5" Height: 11" Shoulder strap drop: 14.5" OVERALL FAIR CONDITION ( 6/10 or C...
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H 12 in W 3.25 in L 12.75 in
Hermès Evelyne Messenger 20hz1217 White Leather Cross Body Bag
By Hermès
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: E in a square Made In: France Measurements: Length: 12.75" Width: 3.25" Height: 12" Shoulder strap drop: 17.5" OVERALL GOOD- CONDITION ( 6.5/10 or BC ) Ret...
Hermès Evelyne Tpm 221996 White Epsom Leather Cross Body Bag
By Hermès
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Bag Signs of Wear: Exterior: light marks Interior: moderate marks; fading Handle/Strap: light
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H 10.5 in W 3 in L 11 in
Hermès Messenger Evelyne Rouge 230926 Bordeaux Leather Cross Body Bag
By Hermès
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: M in a square Made In: France Measurements: Length: 11" Width: 3" Height: 10.5" Shoulder strap drop: 20" OVERALL FAIR+ CONDITION ( 6/25/10 or C+ ) Retail $...
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H 8.66 in W 2.36 in L 7.87 in
Hermès Herbag Toile Mini Pm 869488 Orange Canvas Cross Body Bag
By Hermès
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Width (inch) : 7.87 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 20 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 8.66 inch(approx) Height (cm) : 22 cm(approx) Depth (inch) : 2.36 inch(approx) Depth (cm) : 6 cm(approx) S...
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H 12 in W 3.25 in L 12.5 in
Hermès Evelyne Bicolor H Logo Cross Body 11hz1129 Beige Canvas Messenger Bag
By Hermès
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: E in a square Made In: France Measurements: Length: 12.5" Width: 3.25" Height: 12" Shoulder strap drop: 18" OVERALL GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Re...
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H 1.5 in W 1.5 in L 26.25 in
Hermès Medor Rouge Collier De Chien Belt Cdc223128 Red Leather Cross Body Bag
By Hermès
Located in Forest Hills, NY
" Height: 1.5" OVERALL EXCELLENT VINTAGE CONDITION ( 8/10 or AB ) Includes Hermes Gift Box Retail $2350
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H 5.25 in W 1 in L 7.75 in
Hermès Dogon Waist Pouch Belt Fanny Pack 230499 Orange Leather Cross Body Bag
By Hermès
Located in Forest Hills, NY
or B ) Includes Dust Bag Belt Length: 15"- 38" Signs of Wear: Exterior: Some marks and rubs fray on
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H 8.5 in W 3.75 in L 14.75 in
Hermès Double Flap Colorado Gm 224735 Beige X Brown Leather Cross Body Bag
By Hermès
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: I (square) Made In: France Measurements: Length: 14.75" Width: 3.75" Height: 8.5" Shoulder strap drop: 17.5" OVERALL VERY GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION ( 7.5/10 or ...
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H 5.11 in W 0.78 in L 7.3 in
Hermès Jean Dogon Fanny Pack Belt Waist Pouch 233789 Blue Leather Cross Body Bag
By Hermès
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: F in a Square Made In: France Measurements: Length: 7.3" Width: 0.78" Height: 5.11" Waist strap drop: Any Size Up To 39" OVERALL EXCELLENT CONDITION ( 8.5/...
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H 5.5 in D 3 in L 7.5 in
Hermes Cross body Handbag Constance 18 in Bleu Zanzibar with Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Hermes Constance 18 cross-body cutie is a great option when you need to carry a few essentials, but don't
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H 12 in D 4 in L 11.5 in
Hermès Light Yellow Tuarillon Epson Leather Evelyne Iii Pm Cross Body Bag
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Hermes shoulder bag in pastel yellow taurillon Epson leather (size PM) Measures 11.5" x 12" x 4
Hermes Gold Swift Cross Body Bag
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermes gold swift small cross body bag with back pocket. Comes with original dust cover.
Hermes Taupe Togo Jypsiere Cross Body Bag
By Hermès
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Hermes Taupe Togo Jypsiere Cross Body Bag This gorgeous Hermes bag is in excellent condition
Hermes Gents Large Cross Body Toile Bag
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermes oversize weekender/shoulder gentleman bag. Natural toile and brown leather with palladium
Hermes Black Evelyne III PM Cross-Body Messenger Bag
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Black Evelyne PM Cross-Body Messenger Bag Chic Brand New in Box. Pristine condition. Just
Hermes Evelyne PM Bag Etain Cross Body Clemence Leather
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
hardware Fabulous shoulder or cross body bag with roomy interior and rear outside deep pocket. Signature
Hermès Evelyne Gm Black Ardennes Leather Cross Body Bag
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermès Evelyne Gm Black Ardennes Leather Cross Body Bag. Leather Hermes Evelyne GM with gold-tone
Hermes Black Evelyne PM Cross-Body Messenger Bag Chic
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
the iconic Hermes workhorse cross-body messenger Evelyne bag. In luscious buttery Black Taurillon
Hermes Black Evelyne GM Clemence Unisex Cross Body Messenger Bag
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Black Evelyne GM Clemence Cross Body Messenger Bag Brand New in Box, coming store fresh
Hermes Black Evelyne TPM Shoulder Cross Body Messenger Mini Bag
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Black Evelyne TPM Shoulder Cross Body Bag Brand New in Box. Store Fresh. Pristine Condition
Hermes Black Evelyne TPM Clemence Shoulder Cross Body Messenger Bag
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Black Evelyne TPM Shoulder Cross Body Bag Brand New in Box. Store Fresh. Pristine Condition
HERMES Jypsiere 34 cross body messenger bag clemence palladium hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
. Versatile shoulder or cross body bag with roomy interior. Inside the bag has 2 slot pockets and 1 zip
Hermes Black Evelyne GM Clemence Cross Body Messenger Bag Below Retail
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Black Evelyne GM Clemence Cross Body Messenger Bag Below Retail Brand New in Box, coming
New in Box Hermes Mini Evelyne Gold Tricolor Cross body Bag
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès mini Evelyne shoulder bag in gold clemence leather with palladium hardware. Never used
Hermes Black Evelyne III 29cm PM Cross-Body Messenger Bag NEW GIFT
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Black Evelyne PM Cross-Body Messenger Bag Chic NEW GIFT Brand New in Box. Store Fresh
Hermes Black Evelyne Unisex GM Clemence Cross Body Messenger Bag Iconic Gift!
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Black Evelyne GM Clemence Cross Body Messenger Bag Brand New in Box, coming store fresh
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Size: Strap Length 24cm
Hermès Studded Cloutè Farming Cross Body Bag Black Box Leather Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Sydney, New South Wales
Brand: Hermès Style: Cloutè Farming Bucket Cross Body Size: 19cm Color: Black Leather: Box
Hermes Rubis Red Epsom Leather 14 Cm Micro Constance Cross Body Bag
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Rubis Red Epsom Leather 14 CM CONSTANCE MICRO Bag Age: c. 2010 Made in France
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H 5.71 in W 3.55 in L 7.88 in
Hermès Vintage Mini Kelly Bag Sellier White Leather Ghw Cross body 20 cm Rare
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Super Cute Authentic Hermès Mini Kelly Bag In sellier Version, more chic ! Made in France Stamp
Hermès Jypsiere Brown Togo Bag
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès medium Jypsiere shoulder/cross body bag. Brown Togo leather and palladium hardware. Size
Hermes Large Orange Vintage Evelyne Bag
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermes large orange epsom evelyne cross body bag. Palladium hardware. Shoulder strap 33". Date
2012 Hermès Red Clemence PM III Evelyne Bag
By Hermès
Located in Toronto, Ontario
2012 Rouge Garance Clemence grained leather Hermès Evelyne III PM 29 cross body bag with silver
Hermès Evelyne Pm Brown Leather Cross Body Bag
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermès Evelyne Pm Brown Leather Cross Body Bag Cross-Body Black Leather Messenger Bag Most
Hermes Black Evelyne PM Cross-Body Messenger Bag
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Black Evelyne PM Cross-Body Messenger Bag Chic Brand New in Box. Store fresh. Pristine
Hermes Black Evelyne III PM Cross-Body Messenger Bag
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Black Evelyne PM Cross-Body Messenger Bag Chic Brand New in Box. Pristine condition. Just
Hermes Black Evelyne TPM Shoulder Cross Body Messenger Bag
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Black Evelyne TPM Shoulder Cross Body Bag Brand New in Box. Store Fresh. Pristine Condition
Hermes Toile and Leather Cross Body Bag Canvas RARE
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Very beautiful and practical authentic Hermes bag Made of Toile (canvas) and Cuir (Leather
Hermès Evelyne Pm Oranges Leather Cross Body Bag, Excellent condition
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermès Evelyne Pm Oranges Leather Cross Body Bag Cross-Body orange Leather Messenger Bag Most
Hermès Evelyne Pm Oranges Leather Cross Body Bag, Excellent condition
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermès Evelyne Pm Oranges Leather Cross Body Bag Cross-Body orange Leather Messenger Bag Most
Hermès Evelyne Pm Oranges Leather Cross Body Bag, Excellent condition
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermès Evelyne Pm Oranges Leather Cross Body Bag Cross-Body orange Leather Messenger Bag Most
Hermes Evelyne TPM Blue Electric Shoulder Cross Body Messenger Bag
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Evelyne TPM Blue Electric Shoulder Cross Body Messenger Bag New or Never Worn. Pristine
Hermes Evelyne TPM Blue Electric Shoulder Cross Body Messenger Bag
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Evelyne TPM Blue Electric Shoulder Cross Body Messenger Bag Brand New in Box. Store Fresh
Hermes Pochette Shoulder Bag Cross Body Clutch Gold Epsom Leather
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
) This bag can be carried hand, shoulder or cross body depending on your size. The shoulder strap is
Hermes Black Buffalo Evelyne I PM Cross-Body Black Messenger Bag
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Black Buffalo Evelyne I PM Cross-Body Black Leather Messenger Bag Most desirable and
Hermes Black Evelyne III PM Cross-Body Messenger Bag C Stamp
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Black Evelyne PM Cross-Body Messenger Bag Chic Brand New in Box. Pristine condition. Store
Hermes Grege Pale Beige Evelyne PM Cross-Body Messenger Bag Chic
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Grege Pale Beige Evelyne PM Cross-Body Messenger Bag Chic New or Never Worn. Pristine
Hermes Evelyne GM Etain Grey Cross Body Messenger Bag Unisex NEW
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Evelyne GM Etain Grey Cross Body Messenger Bag Unisex NEW Perfect gift! Brand New in Box
Hermes Evelyne PM Bag Etain Cross Body Clemence Leather Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Palladium hardware Fabulous shoulder or cross body bag with roomy interior and rear outside deep pocket
Hermes Evelyne PM Bag Etain Cross Body Clemence Leather Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
. Fresh with Palladium hardware Fabulous shoulder or cross body bag with roomy interior and rear outside
Hermes White Blanc Evelyne TPM Shoulder Cross Body Messenger Bag NEW
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes White Blanc Evelyne TPM Shoulder Cross Body Messenger Bag NEW Brand New in Box. Store Fresh
Hermès Evelyne Pm Dark Brown / Chocolate Leather Cross Body Bag Like New
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermès Evelyne Pm Brown Leather Cross Body Bag Cross-Body Dark Brown / Chocc`olate Leather Messenger Bag
Hermes Black Evelyne III 29cm PM Cross-Body Messenger Bag NEW GIFT
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Black Evelyne PM Cross-Body Messenger Bag Chic NEW GIFT Just purchased from Hermes store in
Hermes Black Evelyne III 29cm PM Cross-Body Messenger Bag NEW GIFT
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Black Evelyne PM Cross-Body Messenger Bag Chic NEW GIFT Brand New in Box. Store Fresh
Hermes Black Evelyne III PM Cross-Body Messenger Bag C Stamp, 2018
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Black Evelyne PM Cross-Body Messenger Bag Chic Brand New in Box. Pristine condition. Store
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H 12 in W 13 in D 4 in
Hermes Black Evelyne GM Clemence 33cm Unisex Cross Body Messenger Bag Gift!
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Black Evelyne GM Clemence 33cm Unisex Cross Body Messenger Bag Gift! Brand New in Box
Hermes Blue Nuit Navy Evelyne TPM Shoulder Cross Body Messenger Bag NEW
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Blue Nuit Navy Evelyne TPM Clemence Shoulder Cross Body Messenger Bag Brand New in Box
Celine Wrap Bodycon Dress
By Celine
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous red jersey dress from Celine. It has a wide V neckline, 3/4 length sleeves and a wrapped ruched bodice. The dress is semi fitted through to the hips then falls straight ...
Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful stretch silk leopard print dress from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice has adjustable straps, functional and adjustable side lacing through to the hips plus rows of top st...
HERMES black Swift & Tuffetage corduroy BIRKIN 30 COTE-A-COTE Bag
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès Birkin 30 Côté-a-Côté in black corduroy with Veau Swift leather trim and gussets. Features palladium plated hardware and cleaning brush for corduroy. Brand new ...
$1,454Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 37
New Gucci 90th Anniversary Ad Runway Python Snakeskin Pump Heels Sz 37
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Brand New From Gucci's 90th anniversary Fall Runway show, Frida Giannini cited her influence was Anjelica Huston $1815 * Python Heels * Rare Ad Runway Heels * Size: 37 * Yel...
Hermes Birkin Sellier 25 Bag Framboise Veau Madame Leather Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Birkin Sellier 25 bag featured in vibrant Framboise. Hermes Framboise is a rich, saturated raspberry pink which is gorgeous for year round wear. The Herme...
Hermès Constance Mini 18 Bleu Roy Ostrich Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Berlin, DE
Hermès Constance Mini 18 in bleu roy and ostrich leather with gold hardware. The bag is unworn and comes as full set with the original receipt. Stamp Y (2020)
Alexander McQueen New Silk Dress with Ruffle Hem 'NO. 13' S/S 1999
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk dress from an early collection of Alexander McQueen. It skims the body has a scoop neckline and 3 rows of ruffles beginning at knee level in the front and 8 sta...
$127,202
H 5.52 in W 7.88 in D 3.55 in
Hermès Rouge H Shiny Porosus Crocodile Leather Vintage Kelly 20cm
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès Rouge H Shiny Porosus Crocodile Leather Vintage Kelly 20cm Product Details Xupes Ref: JJLG146 Brand: Hermès Model: Kelly 20cm Type: Top Handle, Shoulder Serial Number: [B] Ag...
$995Sale Price|58% Off
Size: 36.5
Gucci 90th Anniversary Ad Runway Python Skakeskin Pump Heels Sz 36.5 $2425
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Worn One Time Minor Markings to Soles Only Gucci's 90th anniversary Fall Runway show, $2425 * Python Heels * Size: 36.5 * Purple & Orange Snakeskin Python * Adjustable A...
Rare PRADA Flower Heel Exotic Black Crocodile High Heel Sandals Mules 38
By Prada
Located in Switzerland, CH
Beautiful Prada High Heel Sandals Real crocodile skin in black color - no print From Prada's exotic skin collection The heel is in the shape of a flower Made in Italy Size 38 Comes ...
Jean Paul Gaultier Fur Trim Crop Jacket
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful black fur trimmed jacket from Jean Paul Gaultier. It is cropped with a soft, fur trimmed collar in shades of grey and full raglan sleeves with matching wide fur cuffs. ...
$3,512Sale Price|20% Off
CELINE black & olive CALF HAIR MINI LUGGAGE Tote Shoulder Bag
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
Céline 'Mini Luaggabe' tote in olive calf hair with black calf hair gussets and black leather details. Zipper pocket on the front. Closes with a zipper on top. Lined in black leather...
1950s Black and White Pearl Encrusted Vintage 50s Saucer Hat and Purse Bag
Located in San Diego, CA
Unbelievably chic black and white straw saucer wide brim hat and matching bag set! Features a navy blue and white woven straw on both pieces. Hat features an extra wide brim, and has...
$3,968
H 6.7 in D 3.55 in L 8.67 in
Black leather bag with embossed monogramme and double strap LOUIS VUITTON
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black leather bag with embossed monogramme and double strap, one in gold metal chain, one in detachable leather. Orange suede lining. Zip closure on the top front with branded zip pu...
New Roberto Cavalli $6520 Silk Corset Gold Leafing One Shoulder Dress Gown 38
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Roberto Cavalli Silk Gold Leafing One Shoulder Dress Gown Designer size - 38 ( please check measurements) 100% Silk, Gold Leafing Accent, One Shoulder Style, Side High Slit, Ruc...
Hermès Silver Micro Kelly Bag Pill Box
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Adorable Authentic Hermès Smallest "Kelly" bag ever made This baby kelly has nothing to envy of the grown-ups, because she opens up too Can be used to put jewelry, a photo, your pi...
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.
Stylish and practical, vintage and designer crossbody bags and messenger bags are ideal for all occasions, from lunch dates to errands to sunny afternoons in the park to formal affairs.
Messenger bags are a fashion staple. A shoulder bag that’s designed to be durable and lightweight, messenger bags offer comfort and convenience when carrying heavy items, and while their functionality is comparable to that of standard backpacks, you don’t have to take your bag off to get into its compartments and various zippered pockets. This is a sophisticated accessory — it sits flat against your body and provides easy access to your belongings at all times.
Our love for vintage handbags and purses goes back a long time. For as long as we’ve needed to carry around personal items to and from our homes, handbags of some fashion have been in our lives. Bag design evolved notably during the later Middle Ages to meet the needs of increasingly prosperous, sophisticated and diverse societies. As craftspeople grew in skill, and the choice of materials and dyes increased, the bags’ exteriors were embellished to please the eye and signify status. In our modern era, there is a vast range of iconic handbags and other bags to choose from.
Crossbody bags, which were designed to be worn on one side of the body so that the long strap is looped over the opposite shoulder, have been popular and versatile accessories over time, thankfully improving upon the medieval-era crude leather and silk coin purses that Europeans fastened to their belts as well as the drawstring pouches of the Renaissance, which held money as often as they did flowers and spices. These bags — as well as the stylish messenger bags that have materialized during the 20th century — weren’t bound by gender when they first appeared, and they certainly aren’t today.
For an alluring alternative to a satchel or backpack, luxury houses and various legendary brands such as Gucci, Prada, Chanel, Louis Vuitton and others offer a wide range of crossbody bags and messenger bags for the discerning bag enthusiast. Find these bags in all shapes and sizes on 1stDibs.
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.
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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.