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Hermes Evelyne 16cm Vert Bosphore Clemence Leather Gold Hardware
Hermes Evelyne 16cm Vert Bosphore Clemence Leather Gold Hardware

Hermes Evelyne 16cm Vert Bosphore Clemence Leather Gold Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Sydney, New South Wales

The Hermes Evelyne 16cm in Vert Bosphore Clemence Leather with Gold Hardware is a perfect fusion of style and practicality.

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2010s French Top Handle Bags

Hermès Black Clemence Leather Evelyne TPM Crossbody Bag, 2025
Hermès Black Clemence Leather Evelyne TPM Crossbody Bag, 2025

Hermès Black Clemence Leather Evelyne TPM Crossbody Bag, 2025

By Hermès

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Hermès Black Clemence Leather Evelyne TPM Product Details Xupes Ref: CB1541 Brand: Hermès Model: Evelyne TPM Type: Shoulder, Crossbody Serial Number: K Age: 2025 Accompanied By: Her...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Hermes Evelyne PM Sellier Blue Electric Bag Palladium Hardware
Hermes Evelyne PM Sellier Blue Electric Bag Palladium Hardware

Hermes Evelyne PM Sellier Blue Electric Bag Palladium Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers an Hermes Evelyne PM Sellier featured in Bleu Electric. Brought to its pure minimal lines, the turned out edges of the sellier create a geometric and stark structure.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Hermès Vintage Evelyne Clemence III Red Leather Crossbody Bag, 1978
Hermès Vintage Evelyne Clemence III Red Leather Crossbody Bag, 1978

Hermès Vintage Evelyne Clemence III Red Leather Crossbody Bag, 1978

By Hermès

Located in Port Hope, ON

Designed by Evelyne Bertrand in 1978, at the time head of the Hermes riding department, it was initially created as a functional carryall for horse groomers.

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2010s French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

New in Box Hermes Rare Mini Evelyne Black Gold
New in Box Hermes Rare Mini Evelyne Black Gold

New in Box Hermes Rare Mini Evelyne Black Gold

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermès rare mini Evelyne shoulder bag in black taurillon clemence leather with gold tone hardware.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Hermes Burgundy Taurillon Clemence Leather Evelyne TPM Crossbody Bag
Hermes Burgundy Taurillon Clemence Leather Evelyne TPM Crossbody Bag

Hermes Burgundy Taurillon Clemence Leather Evelyne TPM Crossbody Bag

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Hermes Burgundy Pink Taurillon Clemence Leather Evelyne TPM Crossbody Bag Made In: France Year of Production: 2014 Color: Pink Hardware: Silvertone palladium Materials: Clemence lea...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Hermes Red Clemence Leather Evelyne III GM Messenger Bag
Hermes Red Clemence Leather Evelyne III GM Messenger Bag

Hermes Red Clemence Leather Evelyne III GM Messenger Bag

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Hermes Red Taurillon Clemence Leather Evelyne III GM Messenger Bag Made In: France Color: Red Year of Production: 2017 Hardware: Palladium Materials: Taurillon Clemence Lining: Sued...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Hermes Evelyne TPM Blue Feutre Black Swift Gold Hardware
Hermes Evelyne TPM Blue Feutre Black Swift Gold Hardware

Hermes Evelyne TPM Blue Feutre Black Swift Gold Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers an Hermes Evelyne TPM featured in Blue Feutre (felt) with Gold hardware.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Hermes Mini Evelyne 16 Beige Marfa Clemence with Gold hardware
Hermes Mini Evelyne 16 Beige Marfa Clemence with Gold hardware

Hermes Mini Evelyne 16 Beige Marfa Clemence with Gold hardware

By Hermès

Located in London, England

Hermes Mini Evelyne 16 in a very neutral Beige Marfa colour in Clemence leather with Gold hardware.

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2010s Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

HERMES Hydra blue Togo leather EVELYNE 16 TPM Crossbody Bag
HERMES Hydra blue Togo leather EVELYNE 16 TPM Crossbody Bag

HERMES Hydra blue Togo leather EVELYNE 16 TPM Crossbody Bag

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Hermès Evelyne 16 crossbody bag in Bleu Hydra Taurillon Clémence leather.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Hermes Evelyne PM 29 Red Clemence Leather Crossbody Shoulder Bag 2016
Hermes Evelyne PM 29 Red Clemence Leather Crossbody Shoulder Bag 2016

Hermes Evelyne PM 29 Red Clemence Leather Crossbody Shoulder Bag 2016

By Hermès

Located in Guangzhou, CN

Condition: Good condition, normal usage traces, internal usage traces, hardware scratches Accessories: No Accessories size: Width:29cm,height:30cm Designer: Hermès Model: Evelyne ta...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Hobo Bags

Hermes Evelyne III TPM Bag Framboise Flipperball Sangle Clemence Leather
Hermes Evelyne III TPM Bag Framboise Flipperball Sangle Clemence Leather

Hermes Evelyne III TPM Bag Framboise Flipperball Sangle Clemence Leather

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers an Hermes Evelyne TPM featured in saturated Framboise. Whimsical with charming Flipperball strap.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Hermès 2025 Etoupe Epsom Leather Evelyne TPM Sellier Crossbody Bag
Hermès 2025 Etoupe Epsom Leather Evelyne TPM Sellier Crossbody Bag

Hermès 2025 Etoupe Epsom Leather Evelyne TPM Sellier Crossbody Bag

By Hermès

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Hermès Etoupe Epsom Leather Evelyne TPM Sellier Product Details Xupes Ref: CB1584 Brand: Hermès Model: Evelyne TPM Type: Shoulder, Crossbody Serial Number: K Age: 2025 Accompanied B...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

HERMES Etoupe taupe Clemence leather EVELYNE 33 Crossbody Bag Phw
HERMES Etoupe taupe Clemence leather EVELYNE 33 Crossbody Bag Phw

HERMES Etoupe taupe Clemence leather EVELYNE 33 Crossbody Bag Phw

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

This 100% authentic Hermès Evelyne III 33 crossbody bag is crafted in Etoupe taupe Clemence leather with contrasting white stitching and palladium hardware.

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2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags

HERMES Gold camel Clemence leather EVELYNE 16 TPM Crossbody Bag Ghw
HERMES Gold camel Clemence leather EVELYNE 16 TPM Crossbody Bag Ghw

HERMES Gold camel Clemence leather EVELYNE 16 TPM Crossbody Bag Ghw

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

This 100% authentic Hermès Evelyne 16 TPM crossbody bag in Gold is crafted from supple Taurillon Clémence leather in the Maison’s iconic camel hue.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Hermès Evelyne TPM Beige Clemence Leather Crossbody Bag Unisex 2025
Hermès Evelyne TPM Beige Clemence Leather Crossbody Bag Unisex 2025

Hermès Evelyne TPM Beige Clemence Leather Crossbody Bag Unisex 2025

By Hermès

Located in London, GB

Beige Leather tab with snap closure Front with perforated "H" logo Plain Wooly canvas shoulder strap Comes with the original box, dust bag and strap Stamp K. Year 2025 Condition: Pri...

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2010s European Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

HERMES Mouette grey Clemence leather EVELYNE 33 Crossbody Bag Phw
HERMES Mouette grey Clemence leather EVELYNE 33 Crossbody Bag Phw

HERMES Mouette grey Clemence leather EVELYNE 33 Crossbody Bag Phw

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

This 100% authentic Hermès Evelyne III 33 crossbody bag is crafted in Gris Mouette grey Clemence leather with palladium hardware.

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2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags

HERMÈS - Evelyne Vintage Unisex Crossbody Bag in Classic Leather Design 2010
HERMÈS - Evelyne Vintage Unisex Crossbody Bag in Classic Leather Design 2010

HERMÈS - Evelyne Vintage Unisex Crossbody Bag in Classic Leather Design 2010

By Hermès

Located in Padova, IT

CORRADO LUXURY EXCLUSIVE HERMÈS COLLECTIONS - Sac Evelyne 40 in Taurillon Clemance, colore Eben anno 2010 con tracolla allungabile in condizioni eccellenti presente qualche lieve se...

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2010s French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

HERMES Argile beige Clemence leather EVELYNE 33 Crossbody Bag Phw
HERMES Argile beige Clemence leather EVELYNE 33 Crossbody Bag Phw

HERMES Argile beige Clemence leather EVELYNE 33 Crossbody Bag Phw

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

This 100% authentic Hermès Evelyne III 33 crossbody bag is crafted in Argile Clemence leather with contrasting white stitching and palladium hardware.

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2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Hermes Evelyne III 31 8F Crossbody Bag Handbag Stamp X France
Hermes Evelyne III 31 8F Crossbody Bag Handbag Stamp X France

Hermes Evelyne III 31 8F Crossbody Bag Handbag Stamp X France

By Hermès

Located in Guangzhou, CN

Condition: Hermes Evelyne III 31 8f Crossbody bag handbag stamp X France,There are normal wear marks on the edges, minor scratches on the hardware, and some signs of use inside.

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2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags

HERMES New Bleu Jean blue Clemence leather EVELYNE 16 Bag
HERMES New Bleu Jean blue Clemence leather EVELYNE 16 Bag

HERMES New Bleu Jean blue Clemence leather EVELYNE 16 Bag

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

This 100% authentic Hermès Evelyne 16 TPM Crossbody Bag is crafted from New Bleu Jean (jeans blue) Taurillon Clemence leather and features a matching uni wool sangle strap.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Hermes Evelyne III TPM Vert Rousseau Crossbody Bag Gold Clemence
Hermes Evelyne III TPM Vert Rousseau Crossbody Bag Gold Clemence

Hermes Evelyne III TPM Vert Rousseau Crossbody Bag Gold Clemence

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers an Hermes Evelyne TPM featured in gorgeous Vert Rousseau. Clemence leather is soft and scratch resistant.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Hermès Women's 2010s Evelyne 16 Amazone Red Clemence Crossbody Bag
Hermès Women's 2010s Evelyne 16 Amazone Red Clemence Crossbody Bag

Hermès Women's 2010s Evelyne 16 Amazone Red Clemence Crossbody Bag

By Hermès

Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT

Authentic Hermes Evelyn 16 Amazone Clemence Bag in Red. Features calfskin leather, a flat shoulder strap, the bag can be worn comfortably over the shoulder or crossbody. The opening ...

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2010s Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

HERMES Etoupe taupe Clemence leather & Indigo EVELYNE 16 TPM Crossbody Bag
HERMES Etoupe taupe Clemence leather & Indigo EVELYNE 16 TPM Crossbody Bag

HERMES Etoupe taupe Clemence leather & Indigo EVELYNE 16 TPM Crossbody Bag

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Hermès Evelyne 16 TPM Crossbody Bag in Etoupe Taurillon Clemence leather with a indigo blue wool sangle strap, perforated leather "H", leather tab closure and gold-ton...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Hermes Evelyne 29 PM Bag BlHermes Evelack Taurillon Clemence Leather GHW 2019
Hermes Evelyne 29 PM Bag BlHermes Evelack Taurillon Clemence Leather GHW 2019

Hermes Evelyne 29 PM Bag BlHermes Evelack Taurillon Clemence Leather GHW 2019

By Hermès

Located in Guangzhou, CN

Accessories: Shoulder Strap size: Width:29cm,height:30cm Designer:Hermes Model: Evelyne 29 Shoulder Bag Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Color: Black Interior Material: Sued...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Hermès 2026 Sac Evelyne TPM Amazone Black Leather Shoulder Bag Hermes NIB
Hermès 2026 Sac Evelyne TPM Amazone Black Leather Shoulder Bag Hermes NIB

Hermès 2026 Sac Evelyne TPM Amazone Black Leather Shoulder Bag Hermes NIB

By Hermès

Located in PARIS, FR

Hermès Evelyne bag (size 16 or TPM) in black Clemence leather, featuring a cotton webbing and black leather shoulder strap and silver-tone (palladium) hardware; snap-button closure o...

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2010s French Top Handle Bags

HERMES Craie cream Clemence leather EVELYNE 16 TPM Crossbody Bag Ghw
HERMES Craie cream Clemence leather EVELYNE 16 TPM Crossbody Bag Ghw

HERMES Craie cream Clemence leather EVELYNE 16 TPM Crossbody Bag Ghw

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

This 100% authentic Hermès Evelyne 16 TPM Crossbody Bag in Craie (chulk white) Taurillon Clemence leather is a timeless addition to any collection.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Hermes Evelyne Amazone 31 Inch Yellow Gold Bag Shoulder Crossbody Strap
Hermes Evelyne Amazone 31 Inch Yellow Gold Bag Shoulder Crossbody Strap

Hermes Evelyne Amazone 31 Inch Yellow Gold Bag Shoulder Crossbody Strap

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

- Yellow gold exterior - Comes with dustbag Condition: The strap is in overall great condition there are a couple of micro scratches on the hardware which is normal Measu...

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21st Century and Contemporary Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

HERMES Mykonos blue Epsom leather EVELYNE lll 29 Crossbody Bag Phw
HERMES Mykonos blue Epsom leather EVELYNE lll 29 Crossbody Bag Phw

HERMES Mykonos blue Epsom leather EVELYNE lll 29 Crossbody Bag Phw

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

This 100% authentic Hermès Evelyne 29 crossbody bag in Bleu Izmir Epsom leather is a timeless classic that blends function with effortless elegance.

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2010s French Top Handle Bags

HERMES Neve grey Clemence leather MINI EVELYNE 16 TPM Bag Ghw
HERMES Neve grey Clemence leather MINI EVELYNE 16 TPM Bag Ghw

HERMES Neve grey Clemence leather MINI EVELYNE 16 TPM Bag Ghw

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

This 100% authentic Hermès Evelyne 16 TPM Crossbody Bag in Gris Neve (light grey) Taurillon Clemence leather is a timeless addition to any collection.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Hermes Mini Evelyne TPM Nata Crossbody Bag Clemence Leather Gold Hardware
Hermes Mini Evelyne TPM Nata Crossbody Bag Clemence Leather Gold Hardware

Hermes Mini Evelyne TPM Nata Crossbody Bag Clemence Leather Gold Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers an Hermes mini Evelyne TPM bag featured in Nata. A gorgeous year round neutral bag.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

HERMES Craie ivory Epsom leather & Lime EVELYNE 16 TPM Crossbody Bag
HERMES Craie ivory Epsom leather & Lime EVELYNE 16 TPM Crossbody Bag

HERMES Craie ivory Epsom leather & Lime EVELYNE 16 TPM Crossbody Bag

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Hermès Evelyne 16 TPM Crossbody Bag in Craie (ivory) Veau Epsom leather with lime wool sanglestrap, perforated leather "H", leather tab closure and Palladium hardware.

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2010s French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

HERMES Bleu du Nord blue Clemence leather EVELYNE 29 Crossbody Bag
HERMES Bleu du Nord blue Clemence leather EVELYNE 29 Crossbody Bag

HERMES Bleu du Nord blue Clemence leather EVELYNE 29 Crossbody Bag

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Hermès Evelyne III 29 crossbody bag in Bleu du Nord (sky blue) Taurillon Clemence leather.

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2010s French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Hermes Evelyne TPM Etoupe Navy Strap Palladium Hardware New w/Box
Hermes Evelyne TPM Etoupe Navy Strap Palladium Hardware New w/Box

Hermes Evelyne TPM Etoupe Navy Strap Palladium Hardware New w/Box

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers an Hermes Evelyne TPM Mini featured in neutral Etoupe. RIch with the Navy sport strap.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

HERMES Lime yellow Epsom leather EVELYNE III 29 PM Crossbody Bag
HERMES Lime yellow Epsom leather EVELYNE III 29 PM Crossbody Bag

HERMES Lime yellow Epsom leather EVELYNE III 29 PM Crossbody Bag

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Hermes Evelyne III 29 crossbody bag in Lime (bright yellow) Veau Epsom leather with contrasting ivory stitching.

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Early 2000s French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

HERMES Jean blue Clemence leather EVELYNE 33 Crossbody Bag Phw NO STRAP
HERMES Jean blue Clemence leather EVELYNE 33 Crossbody Bag Phw NO STRAP

HERMES Jean blue Clemence leather EVELYNE 33 Crossbody Bag Phw NO STRAP

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

This 100% authentic Hermès Evelyne III 33 crossbody bag is crafted in Blue Jean Clemence leather with contrasting white stitching and palladium hardware.

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2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Hermès Evelyne GM Shoulder Bag, Clemens Leather blue jeans, "I" in square - 2005
Hermès Evelyne GM Shoulder Bag, Clemens Leather blue jeans, "I" in square - 2005

Hermès Evelyne GM Shoulder Bag, Clemens Leather blue jeans, "I" in square - 2005

By Hermès

Located in Stuttgart, DE

Hermès Silver Evelyne GM Shoulder Bag, Messenger Bag, Clemens Leather blue jeans, "I" in square - 2005 Paris with the authentic 94cm long blue jeans Hermes carrying strap and an addi...

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Early 2000s French Shoulder Bags

Hermes Evelyne TPM Bag Etoupe Crossbody Clemence Palladium Hardware New w/Box
Hermes Evelyne TPM Bag Etoupe Crossbody Clemence Palladium Hardware New w/Box

Hermes Evelyne TPM Bag Etoupe Crossbody Clemence Palladium Hardware New w/Box

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers an Hermes Evelyne TPM bag featured in neutral Etoupe. Plush clemence leather and matching Etoupe canvas sport strap.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Hermes Evelyne II TGM 40 Olive Green Toile Ebene Brown Leather Crossbody Bag
Hermes Evelyne II TGM 40 Olive Green Toile Ebene Brown Leather Crossbody Bag

Hermes Evelyne II TGM 40 Olive Green Toile Ebene Brown Leather Crossbody Bag

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

- Green khaki exterior and brown leather - Canvas shoulder strap - No dustbag Condition: The bag is in overall excellent condition with no major imperfections for its age. Ext...

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21st Century and Contemporary Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

HERMÉS EVELYNE GM  Shoulder Bag, Clemens Leather blue jeans, F in square 2002
HERMÉS EVELYNE GM  Shoulder Bag, Clemens Leather blue jeans, F in square 2002

HERMÉS EVELYNE GM Shoulder Bag, Clemens Leather blue jeans, F in square 2002

By Hermès

Located in Stuttgart, DE

Hermès Evelyne Shoulder bag, (Made in France) Clemens Leather blue jeans "F" in square - 2002 with the authentic 94 cm long blue jeans Hermes carring strap, hardware gold and an a...

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Early 2000s French Shoulder Bags

Hermès Evelyne GM Shoulder Bag, Clemens Leather blue jeans, "I" in square - 2005
Hermès Evelyne GM Shoulder Bag, Clemens Leather blue jeans, "I" in square - 2005

Hermès Evelyne GM Shoulder Bag, Clemens Leather blue jeans, "I" in square - 2005

By Hermès

Located in Stuttgart, DE

Hermès Silver Evelyne GM Shoulder Bag, Messenger Bag, Clemens Leather blue jeans, "I" in square - 2005 Paris with the authentic 94cm long blue jeans Hermes carrying strap and an addi...

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Early 2000s French Shoulder Bags

HERMES Brique Box leather & canvas SANGLE KELLY 50mm Bag Strap
HERMES Brique Box leather & canvas SANGLE KELLY 50mm Bag Strap

HERMES Brique Box leather & canvas SANGLE KELLY 50mm Bag Strap

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Hermès shoulder strap for your Kelly or Evelyne bag in Brique (brick red) canvas and Box leather.

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1990s French Wallets and Small Accessories

Hermès  Oranges Leather Small MINI Bag, Excellent condition like new
Hermès  Oranges Leather Small MINI Bag, Excellent condition like new

Hermès Oranges Leather Small MINI Bag, Excellent condition like new

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Most desirable and Convenient Mini bag and most desirable color Orange Measurements: Height 7", Width 7 ", Depth 2" Strap Drop 7" Designer: Hermes Model: Evelyne PM Crossbody Exte...

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2010s French Shoulder Bags

Hermes Evelyne TPM Bag Black Clemence Palladium Hardware
Hermes Evelyne TPM Bag Black Clemence Palladium Hardware

Hermes Evelyne TPM Bag Black Clemence Palladium Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers an Hermes Evelyne TPM bag featured in Black. Clemence leather is soft and scratch resistant.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

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Hermes Evelyne For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary hermes evelyne you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. black is a pretty popular color, but we also have brown, blue, orange and more in stock now. Making the right choice when shopping for a hermes evelyne may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.

How Much is a Hermes Evelyne?

Prices for a hermes evelyne can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $359 and can go as high as $47,800, while, on average they fetch $3,162.

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 Handbags And Purses for You

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 bagBirkin, 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.