Hermes alligator clutch medor
By Hermès
Located in London, England
Hermes Minaudiere Clou Medor alligator clutch in Vert Cypres colour and palladium hardware. A
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Hermes Leather Medor Clutch Bag
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Hermes Leather Medor Clutch Bag Sanguine orange leather with iconic gold Medor studs to the turn
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HERMES Sandalwood Smooth Leather Medor Clutch Bag
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermès 'Medor' clutch bag in smooth leather color sandalwood with palladium hardware. Inside, there
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Hermès 2017 Shiny Alligator Medor 23 Clutch - '10s
By Hermès
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Hermès Medor 23 clutch in black alligator leather. Features gold-tone hardware and tonal stitching
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Rare 1990s Hermès Medor Black Leather Gold Stud Crossbody Shoulder Clutch Bag
By Hermès
Located in San Diego, CA
calf leather, this authentic Hermès handbag features iconic gold-tone Medor pyramid studs, adding a
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HERMES Medor Slim Dog Leash colorful red blue brown bridle leather
By Hermès
Located in Hong Kong, NT
HERMES Medor Slim Dog Leash colorful red blue brown bridle leather Reference: KYCG/A00149 Brand
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Hermes Black Alligator Medor 23cm Clutch Handbag
By Hermès
Located in Corona Del Mar, CA
Designer: Hermes Type: Handbag Condition: NEW Color: Black Material: Alligator Dimensions
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Hermes Medor Clutch Chevre Mysore 23
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
", Depth 1.5" Designer: Hermes Model: Medor Clutch Chevre Mysore 23 Exterior Material: Leather Exterior
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Hermes Blue Sapphire Box Medor Clutch 23cm NEW
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Blue Sapphire box Medor 23cm with palladium hardware. This Hermes style features tonal
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Hermes Rose Sakura Medor Clutch in Tadelakt
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
wider as necessary, the Medor Clutch is a simple design made special by its distinctive, eye-catching
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Hermes So Black Medor Crocodile Clutch Purse
By Hermès
Located in Singapore, SG
complete with Hermes box, dustbag, care booklet and ribbon. Protective plastic is still on the hardware
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Hermes Couchevel Medor 2way Clutch Shoulder Bag Rare
By Hermès
Located in Hiroshima City, JP
Hermes Medor 2way shoulder bag. This is very rare vintage Hermes shoulder bag. Shoulder strap can
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Hermes "Rouge Vif" Red Swift Leather Gold Plated "Medor 23" Clutch Bag
Unavailable
H 5 in W 1 in L 9 in
Hermes "Rouge Vif" Red Swift Leather Gold Plated "Medor 23" Clutch Bag
By Hermès
Located in Chicago, IL
"Rogue Vif" red "Swift" leather "Medor 23" clutch bag from Hermes circa 2011. Front flap with an
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Hermès Shiny Borduex Porosus Crocodile 2015 Gold HDW 23 Cm Medor Clutch
Unavailable
H 4.5 in D 1.25 in L 9.25 in
Hermès Shiny Borduex Porosus Crocodile 2015 Gold HDW 23 Cm Medor Clutch
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
The bag features:. Signature stud lock closure. Material: shiny nilo crocodile. Color: black. Hardware: palladium. Condition: excellent. Made in France. Includes: Dust...
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Hermes Medor Brown Clutch
By Hermès
Located in Athens, GA
Hermes Medor Dark Brown Clutch. Almost black brown color leather. Studded Medor clutch. Silver
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Hermes Brown Box Leather Medor Celebrity Clutch
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Brown Leather Medor Celebrity Clutch Age: 2008 Made In France Materials: Leather Blind
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21st Century and Contemporary French Handbags and Purses
Hermes Medor black leather clutch bag
By Hermès
Located in London, England
HERMES MEDOR BLACK LEATHER CLUTCH BAG with gold iconic studded Medor closure. Condition is very
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Hermès Vintage Red Lizard Medor Clutch
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Hermès Red Lizard Vintage Medor Clutch- MINT; Rare and Collectible The exotic skin (the horizontal
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Hermès Grey Swift Leather Medor Clutch 23
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Hermès Grey Swift Leather Medor Clutch is in excellent condition. Perfectly scaled
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Hermes Craie Swift Leather Medor 23 Clutch
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
HERMES Craie Swift Leather Medor 23 Clutch This HERMES Medor 23 Clutch is in Unworn Condition
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Hermes Sanguine Tadelakt Leather Medor 23 Clutch
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
HERMÈS Sanguine Tadelakt Leather Medor 23 Clutch Reference: HB1493 Serial Number: T Age (Circa
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Hermes Black Box Calf Medor 23 Clutch
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Hermes Box calf clutch features calfskin leather, a frontal flap and gold-plated studded
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2014 Hermés Shiny Alligator Mississippiensis Medor 23cm Clutch
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Hermés Alligator Mississippiensis Medor 23cm Clutch, handcrafted by the artisans of Hermés into a
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Hermes Black Medor Clutch Swift Leather Gold Hardware Elegant
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Black Medor Pochette 23cm Clutch Gold Hardware Bag Elegant Perfect gift! Comes with Hermes
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Hermes Black Box Leather 29cm Medor Clutch Bag GHW
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Black Box Leather 29cm Medor Clutch Made In: France Year of Production: 2007 Color: Black
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Hermes Sanguine Red Permabrass Medor Pochette Tadelakt Bag Clutch
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Sanguine Red Permabrass Medor Pochette Tadelakt Bag Clutch Perfect Gift! Brand New in Box
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2015 Hermes Rose Lipstick Tadelakt Leather Medor 23 Clutch
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
HERMÈS Rose Lipstick Tadelakt Leather Medor 23 Clutch This HERMÈS Medor 23 Clutch is in Excellent
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2010s French Clutches
2015 Hermes Gris Perle Tadelakt Leather Medor 23 Clutch
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
HERMÈS Gris Perle Tadelakt Leather Medor 23 Clutch This HERMÈS Medor 23 Clutch is in Excellent Pre
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Hermes MEDOR Clutch - Rose Wood Swift Leather - NEVER WORN
By Hermès
Located in Geneva, CH
Signature style of Hermes. Sleek lines. Statement clutch Collection: 2014 Leather: Swift Color
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Hermes Blue Zanzibar Chevre Medor Clutch New in Box
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermes brand new in box media clutch in blue Zanzibar chèvre miser and palladium hardware. Date
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HERMES Rouge Vif Tadelakt Leather 23cm Medor Clutch Bag PHW
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Rouge Vif Tadelakt Leather 23cm Medor Clutch Made in: France Year of Production: 2014
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Hermes Medor 23 Clutch Bag Blue Hydra Palladium Hardware New
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a guaranteed authentic Hermes Medor23 bag featured in Blue Hydra and Mysore
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HERMES Black Box Leather 29cm Medor Clutch Bag PHW
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Black Box Leather 29cm Medor Clutch Made in: France Year of Production: 2008 Color
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HERMES Marron Fonce brown Box leather MEDOR 29 Clutch Bag
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
Hermes 'Medor 29' clutch in Marron Fonce (dark brown) Veau Box leather with palladium Collier de
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Authentic Hermes Vintage Medor Clutch Handbag Canvas Leather Gold Hardware
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Authentic Hermes Vintage Medor Clutch Handbag Canvas Leather Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
BEAUTIFUL AUTHENTIC HERMES CLUTCH MEDOR Made in France, stamp D in a circle Made of beige
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HERMES Medor clutch Chocolate Brown box leather palladium
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
pocket. Stamped HERMES MADE IN PARIS on the interior under the flap. Comes with protective felt and
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Hermes Black Lizard Niloticus Lisse Medor Pochette 23cm Clutch Bag
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Black Lizard Niloticus Lisse Medor Pochette 23cm Clutch Bag NEW or Never Worn. Comes full
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Hermes Bleu Encre Mysore Chevre Medor 23 GHW
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
hardware. Brand: Hermès Model: Medor Origin Country: France Handbag Silhouette: Clutch Occasions: Evening
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Hermès Medor Crocodile Clutch
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
This rare clutch from Hermès Vintage exudes a super-chic appeal. Constructed in green crocodile skin, this coveted piece features a front flap with silver-tone slip clasp fastening ...
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Hermes Medor Clutch Tadelakt 23
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Hermes Medor Clutch Tadelakt 23 is a unique and modern piece inspired by the brand's
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Hermes Medor Clutch Tadelakt 23
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Hermes Medor Clutch Tadelakt 23 is a unique and modern piece inspired by the brand's
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Hermes Medor Swift 23 Clutch
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Hermes Medor Clutch Swift 23 is a hard-to-get modern piece inspired by the brand's
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Hermes Medor Clutch Tadelakt 23
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
", Depth 1.5" Designer: Hermes Model: Medor Clutch Tadelakt 23 Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Color
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Hermes Medor Clutch Swift 23
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
", Width 9", Depth 1.5" Designer: Hermes Model: Medor Clutch Swift 23 Exterior Material: Leather Exterior
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Hermes Medor Clutch Swift 23
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Hermes Medor Clutch Swift 23 is a hard-to-get, modern piece inspired by the brand's
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Hermes Medor Clutch Swift 23
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Hermes Medor Clutch Swift 23 is a hard-to-get, modern piece inspired by the brand's
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Hermes Medor Clutch Tadelakt 23
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Hermes Medor Clutch Tadelakt 23 is a hard-to-get, modern piece inspired by the
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Hermes Medor Clutch Swift 23
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Hermes Medor Clutch Swift 23 is a hard-to-get, modern piece inspired by the brand's
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Hermes Medor Clutch Tadelakt 23
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Hermes Medor Clutch Tadelakt 23 is a unique and modern piece inspired by the brand's
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Hermes Medor Clutch Swift 23
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Bag, Box Measurements: Height 5", Width 9", Depth 1.5" Designer: Hermes Model: Medor Clutch Swift 23
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Hermes Medor Clutch Tadelakt 23
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
. Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Height 5", Width 9", Depth 2" Designer: Hermes Model: Medor Clutch
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Hermes Medor Clutch Tadelakt 23
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
. Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Height 5", Width 9", Depth 2" Designer: Hermes Model: Medor Clutch
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Hermes Medor Clutch Tadelakt 23
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
. Accessories: Dust Bag, Box Measurements: Height 5", Width 9", Depth 1.5" Designer: Hermes Model: Medor Clutch
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Hermes Medor Clutch Tadelakt 23
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
", Depth 1.5" Designer: Hermes Model: Medor Clutch Tadelakt 23 Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Color
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Hermes Medor Clutch Tadelakt 23
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Height 5", Width 9", Depth 1.5" Designer: Hermes Model: Medor
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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches
Hermes Medor Clutch Swift 23
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
9", Depth 1.5" Designer: Hermes Model: Medor Clutch Swift 23 Exterior Material: Leather Exterior
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Hermes Medor Clutch Tadelakt 29
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
11.5", Depth 1.5" Designer: Hermes Model: Medor Clutch Tadelakt 29 Exterior Material: Leather Exterior
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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches
Hermes Medor Clutch Swift 23
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
. Accessories: Box, Dust Bag Measurements: Height 5", Width 9", Depth 1.5" Designer: Hermes Model: Medor Clutch
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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches
Hermes Medor Clutch Tadelakt 23
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Measurements: Height 5", Width 9", Depth 2" Designer: Hermes Model: Medor Clutch Tadelakt 23 Exterior Material
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Hermes Medor Clutch Tadelakt 23
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Measurements: Height 5", Width 9", Depth 2" Designer: Hermes Model: Medor Clutch Tadelakt 23 Exterior Material
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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches
Hermes Medor Clutch Tadelakt 23
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Accessories Measurements: Height 5", Width 9", Depth 1.5" Designer: Hermes Model: Medor Clutch Tadelakt 23
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Hermes Medor Clutch Swift 23
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Measurements: Height 5", Width 9", Depth 1.5" Designer: Hermes Model: Medor Clutch Swift 23 Exterior Material
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Hermes Medor Clutch Swift 23
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
hardware. Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Height 5.5", Width 11", Depth 1.5" Designer: Hermes Model
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Hermes Medor Handbag For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary hermes medor handbag you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Many people prefer Black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Brown, Gray and more options on these pages. You’re likely to find the perfect hermes medor handbag among the distinctive accessories we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.
How Much is a Hermes Medor Handbag?
The price for a hermes medor handbag starts at $899 and tops out at $26,800, and on average, selling for $5,400.
Hermès for sale on 1stDibs
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.
Finding the Right Clutches for You
Vintage and designer clutches are the perfect size to hold exactly what you need. While they’re typically small purses, Chanel clutches, Gucci clutches and other kinds of clutches can make a big impact on an outfit. They also have a fascinating history.
Clutches are handbags without handles that are carried by hand. One of the oldest known clutches was made in Mosul, Iraq, in the 14th century. It was made of brass and inlaid with gold and silver in geometric patterns. Although the loops on the side indicate it likely had handles to wear as a shoulder bag, manuscripts show a similar example being carried by hand.
Fashion designers often made clutches to reflect the wealth of the holder. In Medieval Europe, men and women securely carried items in small bags hidden inside their clothing as tie-on pockets. Women carried their possessions, scented and secreted, in the folds of their voluminous skirts. Pockets eventually became integral to garment design, but bigger sacks were needed to carry books and documents. When women’s clothing became lighter, consisting of fewer layers, it could no longer easily hide their handbags or pockets.
Changes in fashion led to handbags becoming a popular fashion accessory, and today, even as we’re overwhelmed by options from a variety of high-end brands, iconic luxury handbags still rule. The highly decorative bags of the 19th century faded from popularity when women entered the workforce and the clutch became the dominant business accessory. Flappers in the 1920s, clad in the dazzling Art Deco jewelry of the era, also loved the freedom of carrying clutches as they didn’t get in the way of dancing.
The simplicity of the clutch remains stylish today. Once made to be carried on special occasions, they are now an accessory for everyday use. Find a collection of vintage and designer clutches from Dior, Hermès, Louis Vuitton and more on 1stDibs.
Questions About Hermès
- Why is Hermès so special?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024Hermès is so special for a few reasons. The French luxury house is one of the most storied fashion labels in the world and has a rich heritage that dates back to 1837.
Hermès began in Paris as a maker of leather equestrian goods for European noblemen. The house later 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 jewelry to pillows and handbags.
Hermès artisans spend years honing their craft as apprentices before they produce Hermès pieces in premium materials. For example, the Kelly bag, which was named in tribute to one of its biggest fans, Grace Kelly, takes between 18 and 25 hours to produce, and its 680 hand stitches are made by one Hermès artisan. Each Birkin tote is also hand-sewn according to Hermès’s centuries-old saddle-stitching technique, and its exotic leathers, a variety that includes ostrich and crocodile, are subsequently painted and polished by house craftsmen in France.
On 1stDibs, explore a selection of vintage Hermès handbags and accessories.
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The Hermès Passe-Guide Bag Might Not Be as Well Known as the Birkin or Kelly, But It’s Every Bit as Chic
Find out why this under-the-radar piece is so exceptional.
How to Spot a Fake Hermès Birkin Bag
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.
Why the Hermès Birkin Bag Is a Surprisingly Savvy Investment
More than a fashion statement, this iconic style continually appreciates in value.
How to Spot a Real Hermès Kelly Bag
A symbol of luxury and elegance, the design has a storied past and a legion of devoted collectors.
14 Iconic Luxury Handbags and the Stories behind Them
When the name of a bag is as well-known as its brand, you know it's a classic.
The Definitive Guide to Hermès Birkin Bag Leathers
The color, texture and durability of an Hermès Birkin bag is as important as its iconic shape. Here, we present all you need to know about Birkin leathers and hides.
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