Hermès Rouge de Coeur S3 Leather Etribelt Top Handle Shoulder Bag PHW Stamp Q
By Hermès
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Accessories: No Accessories size: Width:34cm,height:24.5cm Designer: HERMES Model: Rouge de Coeur S3 Leather Etribelt Top Handle Shoulder Bag Exterior Material: Leather Exterio...
2012 Hermes Capucine Clemence Leather Etribelt
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
HERMÈS Capucine Clemence Leather Etribelt This HERMÈS Etribelt is in Excellent Pre-Owned Condition accompanied by Hermes Dust Bag, Care Card.
2012 Hermès Etoupe Clemence Leather Etribelt
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
HERMÈS Etoupe Clemence Leather Etribelt Xupes Reference: HB3236 Serial Number: [P] Age (Circa): 2012 Authenticity Details: Date Stamp (Made in France) Gender: Ladies Type: Top Handl...
Hermès 2012 Ebene Evergrain Leather Etribelt Top Handle Bag
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"Hermès Ebene Evergrain Leather Etribelt Product Details Xupes Ref: HB6013 Brand: Hermès Model: Etribelt Type: Top Handle Serial Number: [P] Age: 2012 Accompanied By: Hermès Dust Ba...
Hermes Etribelt Handbag Togo
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 3.5", Height 10", Width 13.5", Depth 4.5" Designer: Hermes Model: Etribelt Handbag Togo Item Number: 46064/32
Hermes Etribelt Handbag Togo
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Measurements: Handle Drop 4", Height 10.5", Width 13", Depth 4.5" Designer: Hermes Model: Etribelt Handbag Togo Item Number: 42453/1
Hermes Etribelt Handbag Togo
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This Hermes Etribelt Handbag Togo, crafted in Capucine red Togo leather, features a wide leather strap, front belt detail and palladium hardware.
Hermes Etribelt Handbag Clemence
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This Hermes Etribelt Handbag Clemence, crafted in Vert Olive green Clemence leather, features a wide leather strap, front belt detail and palladium hardware.
Hermes Etribelt Handbag Togo
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Measurements: Handle Drop 3.5", Height 10", Width 13", Depth 5" Designer: Hermes Model: Etribelt Handbag Togo Item Number: 39108/2
HERMES 'Etribelt' Handbag in Black Leather
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermès 'Etribelt' model bag in black leather. Closed by the famous Etribelt loop.
Hermes Etribelt Gris Tourterelle Togo
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Hermes Etribelt Gris Tourterelle Togo debuting in its Spring/Summer 2012 Collection comes from its "Etri" Collection inspired by a belted design and traditional trench...
Hermes Etribelt Etoupe Togo with Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Hermes Etribelt Togo debuting in its Spring/Summer 2012 Collection comes from its "Etri" Collection inspired by a belted design and traditional trench coat.
Hermes Etribelt Bag Togo
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag Measurements: Handle Drop 3.5", Height 10", Width 13.5", Depth 5" Designer: Hermes Model: Etribelt Bag Togo Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Color: Neutral I...
Hermes Etribelt Bag Evergrain
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Box Measurements: Height 10", Width 13.5", Depth 5" Designer: Hermes Model: Etribelt Bag Evergrain Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Color: Orange Interior Material: L...
Hermes Etribelt Bag Evergrain
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Box Measurements: Height 10", Width 13.5", Depth 5" Designer: Hermes Model: Etribelt Bag Evergrain Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Color: Orange Interior Material: L...
Hermes Etribelt Bag Evergrain
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 3.5", Height 10", Width 13.5", Depth 5" Designer: Hermes Model: Etribelt Bag Evergrain Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Col...
Hermes Etribelt Bag Togo
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 3.5", Height 10", Width 13", Depth 5" Designer: Hermes Model: Etribelt Bag Togo Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Color: Brown...
Hermes Orange Evercolor Leather Etribelt Bag
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This Hermes bag is anything but ordinary! It has been crafted from Evercolor leather and creatively styled with an adjustable buckle belt closure on the front. It boasts of a single ...
Hermes Capucine Taurillion Clemence Leather Etribelt Bag
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This Hermes bag is anything but ordinary! It has been crafted from capucine taurillion Clemence leather and creatively styled with an adjustable buckle belt closure on the front. It ...
Hermes Capucine Taurillion Clemence Leather Etribelt Bag
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This Hermes bag is anything but ordinary! It has been crafted from capucine taurillion Clemence leather and creatively styled with an adjustable buckle belt closure on the front. It ...
Hermes Capucine Taurillion Clemence Leather Etribelt Bag
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This Hermes bag is anything but ordinary! It has been crafted from capucine taurillion Clemence leather and creatively styled with an adjustable buckle belt closure on the front. It ...
Etribelt Handbag Evercolor
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Handle Drop 3.5", Height 11", Width 13.5", Depth 5" Designer: Hermes Model: Etribelt Handbag Evercolor Exterior Material: Leather Exterior C...
Hermès La Danse Horse Charm in Sterling Silver
By Hermès
Located in Banbury, GB
A rare limited edition piece. Featuring Hermès’ iconic equestrian design, this collectible luxury charm showcases exceptional craftsmanship and timeless appeal. A sought-after Hermès...
Hermes Birkin Limited Edition 35 Diamond Bordeaux Porosus Crocodile Bag
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an exceptional limited edition Hermes Birkin 35 Diamond Porosus Crocodile bag featured in stunning jewel-toned Bordeaux. This rare masterpiece features 18K White Go...
$59,500
H 10.5 in W 19.5 in
Hermes Birkin 50 Limited Edition Endless Road Bleu De Prusse Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Aventura, FL
The Hermès Blue de Prusse Limited Edition Endless Road Birkin 50 Haute à Courroies is a remarkable fusion of artistry and craftsmanship. This exclusive piece from the 2019 Collection...
Hermes Birkin 35 Diamond Blanc Himalaya Matte Crocodile Limited Edition Bag
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers the Hermès Diamond Blanc Himalaya Birkin 35 representing the ultimate expression of rarity and refined craftsmanship. It unites artistry and nature through meticulo...
$84,731
H 10.83 in W 13.78 in D 7.09 in
Hermès Birkin 35 Alligator Matte Bleu de Malte Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Berlin, DE
Hermès Birkin 35 in bleu de malte and matte alligator leather with palladium hardware. The bag is unworn but has a small scratch on one foot and a small sign on the inside bottom. Co...
Hermes Kelly Depeches 38 Briefcase Electric Blue Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes coveted Kelly Depeches 38 briefcase. Very rare in Electric Blue. Epsom leather with Palladium hardware. Two large accordion compartments. Front wall ha...
BOTTEGA VENETA black Intrecciato leather LARGE CABAT Tote Bag
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Bottega Veneta black intrecciato large cabat bag is an iconic representation of luxury and craftsmanship. Handwoven in the brand’s signature intrecciato technique...
NEW Hermès Kelly 28 Bordeaux Matte Alligator Gold Hardware GHW RARE
By Hermès
Located in Philadelphia, PA
RARE Hermès Bordeaux Matte Alligator Kelly 28 with Gold Hardware GHW in NEW UNUSED condition. Absolutely gorgeous bordeaux burgundy Mississippi alligator exterior trimmed with shinin...
HERMES Blue Jean Clemence leather PICOTIN 22 Bag Palladium
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès Picotin 22 bag in Bleu Jean (jeans blue) Taurillon Clemence leather featuring contrasting white stitching and Palladium hardware. Unlined. Has been carried and ...
Hermès Limited Edition Navy Kelly Ghillies Wallet
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
- Navy - Exotic alligator leather - Gold-tone hardware - Internal red lining - Partitioned smooth leather interior - Card slots, patch pockets - Inner zipper compartment - PVC still ...
$1,600
H 11.03 in W 11.03 in
Hermes Orange Vespa PM Shoulder Bag Silver Hardware Crossbody Stamp L 2008
By Hermès
Located in Guangzhou, CN
These are professional pictures of the actual item offered by Eluse. Condition: There is color touch-up on the corners; slight scratches, indentations and darkening on the bag bo...
Hermes Birkin Special Order 35 Bag Rose Indien and Fuchsia Porosus Crocodile
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Birkin HSS 35 bag featured in exquisite unicorn rare Rose Indien and Fuschia Porosus Crocodile. Utterly extraordinary, this beautiful rare bag is a superb...
HERMES Victoria II 35 Fourre-Tout Purple Clemence Leather
By Hermès
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Condition: Normal signs of use, interior with yellowing oxidation and stains, corner wear, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Key,Lock size: Width:35cm,height:23cm Designer: Herm...
$100,437
H 4.34 in W 5.91 in D 1.97 in
Hermès Special Order Vintage Convertible Kelly 15cm Sellier with Constance Belt
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès Vert Moyen Lizard Leather Special Order Vintage Convertible Kelly 15cm Sellier with Constance Belt Product Details Xupes Ref: JJLG117 Brand: Hermès Model: Kelly 15cm Type: To...
$6,934
H 14 in W 10 in L 18.5 in
Hermes Drag De Voyage Travel Bag Tan Brown Leather Carry On Luggage Top Handle
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
- Brown leather exterior - Silver colored hardware - No dustbag Condition: The bag is in overall great condition, has some minor discoloration on the piping throughout t...
Hermès Epsom E-Zip iPad Notebook Cover
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Hermès Epsom E-Zip iPad Notebook Cover in Orange. This chic cover is crafted of calfskin leather in orange. The wrap around palladium zipper opens to a matching interior with po...
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.
Usually characterized by simplicity and sporting a classic and beloved silhouette, vintage and designer top-handle bags can easily find a place among your wardrobe staples. From the Haut à courroies — Hermès’s original top-handle bag, created in 1892 — to the smaller and timeless Sac à dépêches that inspired both iconic accessories the Kelly bag in the 1950s and the Birkin in the 1980s, the discerning shopper has had no shortage of options to choose from.
Small and mini designer top-handle bags, including vintage top-handle box bags and micro clutches, offer an alternate dynamic and usually feature sleek lines and modest features to perfectly complement your evening look. Styling with jeans and a comfortable sweater works, too — a classic top-handle bag or other type of handbag designed by the likes of Prada, Celine or other widely loved fashion label is an ideal accessory to pair with casual attire. For a personal touch or pop of color, add a key chain, a patterned scarf or a handbag chain.
On 1stDibs, you can find vintage top-handle bags from Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Gucci and more. The numerous styles of this cherished accessory that we have available also include the Louis Vuitton Monogram Vernis Alma GM handbag, Fendi Baguette purses and modern leather Longchamp handbags.
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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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.