HERMES Vert Criquet green Epsom & Swift SANGLE KELLY POCKET 50mm Bag Strap
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Hermès Kelly Pocket bag strap in Vert Criquet (pastel green) Veau Swift leather
HERMES Vert Criquet green Epsom & Swift SANGLE KELLY POCKET 50mm Bag Strap
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Hermès Kelly Pocket bag strap in Vert Criquet (pastel green) Veau Swift leather
$18,995
H 8 in W 11.5 in D 4 in
Hermes Kelly 28 Sellier Vert Verone Green Epsom Leather Gold Shoulder Bag
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
: Green Handle/Strap Material: Leather Product Line: HERMÈS Kelly Country of Origin: France Dimensions
Hermes Kelly 25 Bamboo Togo Leather with Palladium Hardware Handbag
By Hermès
Located in Aventura, FL
A stunning example of Hermès craftsmanship, this Kelly 25 handbag is crafted from Bamboo green Togo
HERMES Vert Criquet Epsom leather KELLY 25 SELLIER Bag Ghw
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Hermès Kelly 25 Sellier bag in Vert Criquet (pastel green) Veau Epsom leather
Hermes Kelly Messenger PM Bag Vert Yucca Evercolor Leather Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Kelly Messenger PM small model bag featured in Vert Yucca. A true
Hermes Kelly Sellier 25 Vert Criquet Bag Epsom Leather Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Kelly Sellier 25 bag featured in fresh Vert Criquet. Stunning Hermes
Hermes Mini Kelly II 20 Vert d'eau Matte Alligator Bag GHW
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
This Hermes Kelly, in the Sellier style, is in Vert D’Eau Matte Alligator leather with gold
Hermes Kelly Mini 20 Malachite Trench Epsom Leather Permabrass HWR Shoulder Bag
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
: Permabrass Model: Hermes Mini Kelly Lining Color: Green Exterior Color: Malachite & Trench Style
Hermes Kelly Mini 20 Matte Alligator Vert D'eau & Gris Perle Gray Top Handle Bag
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Ultra Rare Hermes Kelly Mini 20 Special Order Matte Alligator Vert D'eau & Gris Perle. Complimented
$6,500
H 18.75 in W 18.75 in D 2.5 in
Homemade Hermes Birkin Bag ( Kelly Green ) 2015 by Shelter Serra
By Shelter Serra
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Homemade Hermes Birkin Bag ( Kelly Green ) 2015, 15”x14.5”x1.5” inches unframed, 18.75 "x 18.75 x
Enamel
$5,200Sale Price|20% Off
H 18.75 in W 18.75 in D 2.5 in
Homemade Hermes Birkin Bag ( Pink ) 2015 by Shelter Serra
By Shelter Serra
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Homemade Hermes Birkin Bag ( Kelly Green ) 2015, 15”x14.5”x1.5” inches unframed, 18.75 "x 18.75 x
Enamel
Unavailable
H 4.53 in W 6.3 in D 2.56 in
Hermes Mini Kelly Doll Mascot Handbag Apple Green Veau Gulliver
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Hermes Mini Kelly Doll Mascot Handbag Apple Green Veau Gulliver Additional information: Color
Unavailable
New Kelly 25 Green Malachite Epsom PHW
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Hermes Kelly Size 25 Epsom Leather Colour Green Malachite Silver Hardware Store fresh, comes
Hermes Kelly Au Pas Handbag Green Togo with Palladium Hardware 28
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
4.5" Designer: Hermes Model: Kelly Au Pas Handbag Green Togo with Palladium Hardware 28 Exterior
Unavailable
H 5.52 in W 7.88 in D 3.55 in
Hermes Kelly 20 Sellier 2way Shoulder Handbag Pleats Green Doblis in Satin
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Hermes Kelly 20 Sellier 2way Shoulder Handbag Pleats Green Doblis Satin Additional information
Hermes Green Kelly 35
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Designed with a trapeze-shaped body and polished gold hardware, this pre-owned 1993 Clemence Hermes
Hermes Kelly 28 Bamboo Green Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Hermes Kelly 28 Bamboo Green Palladium Hardware . 2014 R STAMP. Excellent Pristine Condition, Light
1992 Hermès Green Apple Leather Kelly 28 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
Hermès designer bag model Kelly 28 cm made of apple green smooth leather with golden hardware
Hermès Kelly 32 Retourne Green Taurillon Clemence PHW
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Elevate your wardrobe with this classic PHW Kelly bag by Hermès. This exquisite piece features
2012 Hermes Apple Green Swift Leather Kelly Danse
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
HERMES Apple Green Swift Leather Kelly Danse This HERMES Kelly Danse is in Very Good Pre-Owned
Hermes Olive Green Camouflage Kelly 35
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermes kelly bag 35 cm retourne in olive green clemence leather and gold tone hardware. One of a
HERMES Kelly 35 Green Box Leather
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
The essential Kelly 35 bag from Maison Hermès in green box leather. The jewelry is made of gold
Hermès Kelly 35 Green Niloticus PHW
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
One of the most sought-after Hermès styles, this pre-owned Kelly 35 Green Niloticus bag has been
Hermes Kelly 28 Vert Ciquet Green Leather Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Absolutely Gorgeous As New 2020 Hermes 28 Kelly Vert Criquet Complimented by Palladium Hardware
HERMES kelly green leather envelope clutch
By Hermès
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Gorgeous vibrant green courchevel leather 'RIO POCHETTE' clutch from Hermes. 9.5" by 6.5" by 1
Hermès Malachite Kelly Wallet
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Both stylish and elegant, this malachite green Kelly wallet from Hermès features multiple interior
Hermes Kelly 35 Retourne Olive Green Bag
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermes kelly bag 35 cm retourne in olive green clemence leather and gold tone hardware. Detachable
2010 Rare Green Hermès Kelly 32 PHW
By Hermès
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Amazing and iconic Hermès Kelly 32 Rare green color Leather Palladium hardware Year 2010 "N" series
Hermes Bamboo Kelly 35 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Athens, GA
Hermes Bamboo Kelly 35 Bag. Striking green bamboo color with palladium hardware. Good condition
Hermes Kelly 28 Sellier Vert Criquet Green Epsom Leather Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
New Hermes Kelly 28 Sellier Vert Criquet Epsom Leather complimented by Gold Hardware. Y Stamp 2020
Hermes Kelly green KILIM 90 silk twill Scarf
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
Hermes 'Kilim 90' scarf in Kelly green silk twill (100%) with details in burgundy, orange, purple
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H 8 in D 4 in L 9.75 in
Hermes Kelly 25 Sellier Vert Criquet Green Epsom Leather Palladium Hardware RARE
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
As New VERY RARE Most Coveted Color since its release! Hermes Kelly 25 Sellier Vert Criquet Epsom
Sold
H 8 in D 4 in L 9.75 in
Hermes Kelly 25 Sellier Cactus Green Epsom Leather Shoulder Bag Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful Hermes Kelly 25 Sellier Cactus Epsom Leather. Complimented by Gold Hardware. Pristine
Hermes Kelly Mini 20 Vert Yucca Green Epsom Leather Gold Hardware RARE
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
are and Most Coveted As New Hermes Mini Kelly 20 Vert Yucca Epsom Leather Complimented by Gold
Hermès Bambou Epsom 32cm Kelly Bag
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Hermès Bambou Epsom 32cm Kelly- pristine condition; appears never carried. Hermès bags are
Hermes Kelly Green Wool 2 pc. Skirt Suit
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Here is a sophisticated skirt suit from Hermes. It is made of a kelly green wool with an acetate
Hermes Kelly Epsom Soufre (Lime Green) 32cm
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
The lime green Kelly bag from Hermes brightens up style with its vibrant and beautiful colour. The
Hermès Kelly 28 Sellier Forest Green Box GHW
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Forest green Box leather Gold-tone hardware Single top handle Main compartment Internal zip
Hermes Kelly 28 Ostrich Vert Veronese Green Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Hermes Kelly 28 Vert Veronese Green Gold Hardware With Plastic on Hardware. 2015 T STAMP. Almost
Hermes Kelly 32 Lime Candy Vert Bag
By Hermès
Located in Athens, GA
Hermes Kelly 32 Lime and Vert Green Candy Bag. Bright lime green color with palladium hardware
HERMES Kelly 28 CM Vert Anis Mint
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Kelly 28 cm. Beautiful green Vert Anis color in person.Palladium hardware. Please
Hermes Candy Kelly 32 Kiwi/Lichen Epsom
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermes limited edition candy collection bicolor Kelly 32cm retourne. Kiwi epsom leather, lichen
Hermes Kelly Green Belt With Mini Constance Gold Tone Buckle
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Kelly Green Hermes Constance H Belt. Gold H Hardware. Made in France. Marked a Size 72. Hermes
Hermès Vert Criquet Epsom Leather Kelly 28cm Sellier
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès Vert Criquet Epsom Leather Kelly 28cm Sellier Brand- Hermès Model- Kelly 28cm Product Type
Hermes Kelly 25 Vert Verone Green Epsom Sellier Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning Hermes Kelly 25 Vert Verone Epsom Sellier Gold Hardware. Excellent Pristine Condition
Hermes Kelly 35 Bag Menthe Fresh Green Retourne Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Hermes Kelly 35 bag features fresh Menthe. This retired colour is a burst of
Hermes Kelly 25 Bamboo Green Togo Leather Gold Hardware NEW
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning and one the hardest mot coveted color to get! As New Hermes Kelly 25 Bamboo Togo Leather
Hermes Mini Kelly Pochette Bamboo Swift Leather ghw
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Ultra Rare and Hardest to get Hermes Mini Kelly Pochette Bamboo Swift Leather Complimented by Gold
Hermes Kelly 32 Bamboo Clemence Gold Hardware Bag
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermes kelly 32 cm retorune in bamboo green taurillon clemence and gold tone hardware. Date stamp T
Hermès Vert Criquet Epsom Leather Kelly 28cm Sellier
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès Vert Criquet Epsom Leather Kelly 28cm Sellier Product Details Xupes Ref: JJLG132 Brand
HERMES Kelly Green Equestrian Stirrup Print 5 Fold Silk Necktie Tie 5202 IA
By Hermès
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: HERMES Kelly Green Equestrian Stirrup Print 5 Fold Silk Necktie Tie 5202 IA Brand
Hermes Kelly Malachite 35 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Athens, GA
Hermes malachite green Kelly 35 bag with gold hardware. Excellent condition. Plastic still on
Hermes Kelly 32 Candy Collection Lime Yellow Green Gris Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Hermes Kelly 32 Candy Collection Lime Yellow Green Gris Interior Palladium Hardware Epsom Leather
New 2020 Hermes Kelly 32 Vert Maquis Green Gray Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
NEW 2020 Hermes Kelly 32 Vert Maquis Green Gray Togo Palladium Hardware. Y stamp 2020. From
Sold
H 8 in D 4 in L 9.75 in
Hermes Kelly 25 Sellier Bamboo Green Epsom Leather Palladium Hardware RARE
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning Rare As New Hermes Kelly 25 Sellier Bamboo Green Epsom Leather Complimented by Palladium
Sold
H 8.67 in D 4.73 in L 12.6 in
Vintage HERMES Kelly 32 Navy Blue, Burgundy and Green English Leather
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Superb Kelly 32 bag from Maison Hermès in tricolor leather : navy blue, burgundy and green English
Hermes Lady's Gilt Kelly Wristwatch
By Hermès
Located in Chicago, IL
Lady's Kelly lock-form wristwatch by Hermes. Gilt metal case and strap fittings. Green textured
Gilt Metal
Hermes Vert Anis Green Togo Leather 32cm Kelly Bag With Palladium
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
HERMES Vert Anis Green Togo Leather 32cm Kelly Bag With Palladium Hardware Age: 2006 Made In
2012 Hermes Kiwi Swift Leather Candy Collection Kelly Danse
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
HERMÈS Kiwi Swift Leather Candy Collection Kelly Danse This HERMÈS Kelly Danse is in Good Pre
Sold
H 4.93 in W 12.01 in D 1.19 in
Hermes Emerald Green Kelly Cut in shiny Porosus Crocodile withsilver hardware.
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
This exotic Kelly Cut has tonal stitching, front straps with toggle closure and a top flat handle
Hermès Emerald Green Lizard Kelly Bangle Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès emerald lizard kelly lock bangle bracelet with gold tone hardware. Interior, 8 1/4
HERMES Vert Anglais green Epsom leather & Palladium KELLY 35 Sellier Bag
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
Hermès 'Kelly II 35 Sellier' in Vert Anglais Veau Epsom leather with palladium hardware. Removable
2011 Hermès Kiwi Epsom Leather Candy Collection Kelly Tiny
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
HERMÈS Kiwi Epsom Leather Candy Collection Kelly Tiny Xupes Reference: HB3859 Serial Number: [O
2011 Hermès Kiwi Epsom Leather Candy Collection Kelly Tiny
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
HERMÈS Kiwi Epsom Leather Candy Collection Kelly Tiny Xupes Reference: HB005 Serial Number: [O
Hermès Limited Edition Bi-colour 32cm Candy Kelly Bag
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
This Limited Edition 32cm Kelly bag from the Hermès Candy series is a true testament to the quality
Hermès Limited Edition Bi-colour 32cm Candy Kelly Bag
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
This Limited Edition 32cm Kelly bag from the Hermès Candy series is a true testament to the quality
HERMES kelly green leather silver Medor stud ring silk lined gloves Sz6.5
By Hermès
Located in Hong Kong, NT
HERMES kelly green leather silver Medor stud ring silk lined gloves Sz6.5 Reference: NKLL/A00491
Sold
H 5 in D 3 in L 7.9 in
Hermes Kelly Mini 20 Jaune Bourgeon Yellow Green Chèvre Leather Palladium RARE
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
As New Ultra Rare and Hardest to get Hermes Mini Kelly 20 Jaune Bourgeon Chèvre Leather
$1,516Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 12
Beautiful 1990s Badgley Mischka Size 12 Fully Beaded Grey Vintage 90s Deco Gown
By BADGLEY MISHCKA, Badgley Mischka
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 1990s BADGLEY MISCHKA size 12 gray fully beaded + rhinestone deco style evening gown! Features elegant 3/4 sleeves with a fitted bodice and forgiving skirt. Hand cr...
Missoni Colorful Silk Halter Dress
By Missoni
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous colorful fine silk knit halter dress from Missoni in a red, orange, blue, yellow, white, lavender and black abstract pattern. It slips on over the head and has 2 black str...
Giorgio Armani Vintage Dress Hand Beaded Fleurette on Tulle Formal Gown 40
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a rare and vintage Giorgio Armani gown so divinely exquisite that it can take you from the Red Carpet to the White House. Breathtaking and the epitome of the Giorgi...
$475Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Small
Rene Ruiz Couture Black and Nude Strapless Silk Net Overlay Bustier Corset Top
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous and sexy new RENE RUIZ black and nude strapless silk ruched bustier / corset! Features a nude silk backdrop, with a black net ruched overlay. Hidden zipper up the side with ...
1980s Yves Saint Laurent Ivory + Gold Vintage 80s One Piece Swimsuit
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and classic early 1980s YVES SAINT LAURENT ivory / off-white and gold seashell print one piece halter swimsuit / bodysuit! Features a flattering ruched waist that hides any...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Pink Silk Flower Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful blush pink silk dress with green and bright pink flowers by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It has ruched straps forming a front V, the skirt falls in gentle folds to ...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Lace up Top and Skirt
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible 2 piece silk skirt and top set in a pink and yellow flower print from John Galliano for Christian Dior. The top has adjustable functional pink lacing at the center fron...
Versace Silk Cut out Back Dress
By Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful pink silk dress from Versace. It is is a simple sleeveless sheath from the front. The back is exposed from the shoulders to low back with the exception of draping framin...
HERMES Havane brown Clemence leather BOLIDE 45 Travel Bag
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
Hermes "Bolide" travel bag in Havane (chestnut brown) Taurillon Clemence leather. Open with a zipper on top. Lined in leather and beige cotton. Has been carried with two small black ...
Manolo Blahnik tan embroidery leather pump - 37.5
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Manolo Blahnik tan embroidery leather pump - 37.5. These adorable Manolo Blahnik pumps are in good condition. They show use with small smudges, shown in picture. The bottom of the sh...
GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE S/S 2000 Purple Silk Blouse with Swarovski BUTTONS Y2K
By Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Switzerland, CH
Beautiful GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE SS 2000 silk blouse Finest purple silk Versace SS 2000 Jungle Collection Extremely versatile Sexy deep cleavage Swarovski crystal buttons Made in ...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Ruffle Hem Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous silk dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior in brightly colored flowers on a navy and burgundy background. The spaghetti strap bodice is semi fitted and adorned on one ...
Valentino Garavani Bag In Purple Alligator
By Valentino
Located in Paris, FR
Golden jewelry. Zip closure. The interior is in golden leather. Serial number: BSXAB912T In very good condition. Slight wear and tear on one of the flowers and on the border along th...
Judith Leiber Pale Peach with Black Beaded Design Handbag
By Judith Leiber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Judith Leiber pale peach with black beaded design handbag or clutch. Matching change purse included. Handle drop 19".
$29,920
H 4.5 in W 13.25 in D 7.5 in
Chanel Black Vanity Case Limited Edition Rare Home Decor Cosmetic Jewelry Box
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Limited Edition Pearl Lambskin Quilted Leather Rare Jewelry Box Vanity Case Home Decor Gold hardware Quilted Lambskin leather CC studded pearl drawer knob Features removable ...
$6,920
H 3.1 in W 3.9 in L 0.8 in
Chanel Waist Classic Flap Rare Vintage 90s Limited Edition Micro Mini Bronze Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare Vintage 90's Limited Edition Micro Mini Classic Flap Bag 1991 {VINTAGE 33 Years} Gold Hardware Bronze quilted lambskin leather CC Turnlock Leather lined interior 3.9" W ...
For Hermès, what began as a maker of leather equestrian goods for European noblemen would eventually grow into one of the most storied fashion labels in the world. In 1837, German-born French entrepreneur Thierry Hermès opened a saddle and harness purveyor in Paris. Gradually, the house extended into accessories and luggage for its riders, and today, in paying homage to its origins, the family-run luxury brand resurfaces horse motifs in everything from clothing and modernist jewelry to pillows and handbags.
The first top-handled bag ever produced by Hermès was the Haut à courroies, which made its debut in 1892. A tall bag secured with a folded leather flap (fastened with bridle-inspired straps), it was designed to transport riding boots and a harness.
As the world made the switch from horse to automobile, the bag adapted, becoming a multifunctional travel satchel instead of a designated saddlebag. Today, 120 years later, the HAC remains in Hermès’s line — and its distinctive flap and clasping straps have laid the groundwork for some of the house’s other iconic bags.
In the 1930s, Robert Dumas (son-in-law to Émile-Maurice Hermès, Thierry’s grandson) designed a smaller, trapezoidal take on the flap bag with a handle and two side straps. Later, actress Grace Kelly, then engaged to Prince Rainier of Monaco, is said to have used one of these bags to conceal her pregnancy during the 1950s. Because she was photographed constantly, the coverage catapulted her handbag to international popularity.
In 1977, Hermès officially renamed the model for her, and the Kelly bag was born. Each Kelly bag takes between 18 and 25 hours to produce, and its 680 hand stitches owe solely to one Hermès artisan.
Robert Dumas was also responsible for another one of the brand’s most iconic offerings: the launch of its first silk scarf on the occasion of Hermès’s 100th anniversary in 1937. Based on a woodblock designed by Dumas and printed on Chinese silk, the accessory was an immediate hit.
Today, vintage Hermès scarves, typically adorned in rich colors and elaborate patterns, serve many functions, just as they did back then. Well-heeled women wear it on their heads, around their necks and, in a genius piece of cross-promotion, tied to the straps of their Hermès bags. Kelly even once used one as a sling for her broken arm.
In 1981, Robert Dumas’s son Jean-Louis Dumas, then Hermès chairman, found himself sitting next to French actress and musician Jane Birkin on a plane, where she was complaining about finding a suitable carryall for the necessary accoutrements of motherhood. After the two travelers were properly introduced, Birkin helped design Jean-Louis’s most famous contribution to the Hermès canon: the Birkin bag, a roomy, square catchall with the HAC’s trademark leather flap top and the addition of a lock and key.
Owing to the brand’s legendary commitment to deft, handcrafted construction, the Birkin is an investment that is coveted by collectors everywhere.
While the Kelly and Birkin may be standouts, gracing the arms of everyone from royal heiresses to hip-hop stars in the past few decades, the handbags are but a small part of Hermès’s fashion offerings.
Since the 1920s, the brand has produced some of the most desirable leather goods in the world. There’s the Constance bag, a favorite of Jacqueline Kennedy, the recently relaunched 1970s-era Evelyne and, on the vintage market, a slew of designs dating back to the 1920s.
Good design never goes out of style. Find a variety of vintage Hermès handbags, day dresses, shoes and more on 1stDibs.
An integral part of fashion, handbags and purses have been indispensable accessories ever since we began to carry around personal items. Level of craftsmanship, style and shape matters — from coin purses in ancient Greece to early 20th-century opera bags and onward, handbags have evolved considerably over the years to meet our needs and desires, whether or not you happen to be prioritizing functionality over a flashy exterior.
Once, a single “It” handbag ruled each fashion season. No more. Today, lovers of vintage handbags are savvier and have a wider range of shopping options. Nevertheless, classics created by the likes of Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.
“It is not a fashion bag — it is a statement bag,” says Mightychic's Debra Kent of Hermès's widely beloved accessories. “When you carry an iconic Hermès bag — Birkin, Kelly, Constance — no one knows how long you have been into this culture or if you are a newbie. Your status is validated immediately.”
First released in 1997, Fendi's Baguette rose to fame along with Carrie Bradshaw, the Sex and the City character portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker. Recently, the design has seen such a resurgence in popularity that Fendi has reissued it.
They are part of design history, so owning a handbag has meaning. As New York–based fashion historian Sarah C. Byrd says, “You have made the choice to invest in this piece because you understand the value of it in the past and in the future to come.”
From a 1980s Chanel black leather quilted mini buckle bag to the rare Hermès Birkin 30cm Himalayan with diamond hardware to a range of 19th-century bags, find a rich variety of vintage and designer handbags and purses spanning numerous brands on 1stDibs — seasonal “It” designation no longer needed.
What these styles lack in name recognition they more than make up for in cachet.
Before the Birkin there was the Haut à Courroies, which has become the chic carryall of choice for the league's most stylish athletes.
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Find out why this under-the-radar piece is so exceptional.
The iconic Birkin bag is much coveted — and often copied. Find out how to tell the real deal from a convincing fake. Of course, you don't have to worry about this on 1stDibs, where every seller is highly vetted.
More than a fashion statement, this iconic style continually appreciates in value.
A symbol of luxury and elegance, the design has a storied past and a legion of devoted collectors.
When the name of a bag is as well-known as its brand, you know it's a classic.