1989 Hermes Black Box Leather Kelly 32 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Hermes Kelly 32 in vintage box leather. Very good vintage condition with minor scuffs on the
1989 Hermes Black Box Leather Kelly 32 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Hermes Kelly 32 in vintage box leather. Very good vintage condition with minor scuffs on the
Hermès Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 32cm Sellier
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 32cm Sellier Product Details Xupes Ref: HB6098 Brand
HERMES beige Natural Box leather KELLY 32 RETOURNE Bag
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermes Kelly I 32 Retourne in Natural Box leather with gold-tone hardware. Lined in
Rare Vintage 1989 Hermes Off White Chevre Kelly 28 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Rare vintage late 80s production Hermes Kelly 28 in off white chevre leather with gold hardware
Hermès 1982 Kelly Bag 32 cm Gold Courchevel Leather with Strap
By Hermès
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Hermés 2 way Kelly bag, Retourne, 32 cm, Curchevel leather in gold, Collection L in circle = 1982
$101,283
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
Hermes Kelly 32 Sellier Dark Chocolate Brown Box Leather Gold Hardware 1988
By Hermès
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Hermes Kelly 32 Sellier Dark Chocolate Brown Box Leather Gold Hardware 1988 These are professional
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Hermes, A Black Crocodile Kelly Handbag
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes: A Black Crocodile Kelly, of 35cm, with strap and gold hardware, blind stamped O in a circle
Hermes 1983 Black Box Calf Leather Kelly 32cm Bag
By Hermès
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
* It features a single rolled leather handle and the signature Hermes flap top closure. * The
Hermes 32cm Noisette Ostrich Sellier Kelly Bag with Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
A fantastic neutral brown, Noisette is a classic Hermes coloration that is perfect for all seasons
Hermes Dark Brown Shiny Crocodile Kelly 28 cm With Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Offered here is a vintage Hermes Kelly 28 cm in a rich dark brown shiny crocodile from 1985. This
MINT. Vintage HERMES black box calf leather Kelly belt. Stamp S in O, 1989. 65cm
By Hermès
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
1989. MINT. Vintage HERMES black box calf leather Kelly belt. Stamp S in O, 1989. size 65. 23", 24
Customized Kelly 32 bag by the french artist David David
By Hermès
Located in Castries, FR
Hermès bag brown box leather, size 32cm , soft leather. Customized by the sculptor and stenstilist
Hermes vintage Kelly 20cm Blue in Box leather
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
this gorgeous little Kelly in very dark blue available. S stamp, in good condition with just a few
Hermes Silver Kelly Pillbox, Circa 1980
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This silver Kelly pillbox by Hermes is available to be viewed privately in our Beverly Hills
Hermes Kelly Watch
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Kelly watch by Hermes. Great vintage condition to brass and leather. Comes with watch box.
Brass
Vintage Hermes Kelly Watch Gold Plated
By Hermès
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage Hermes Kelly Watch. 1989 Hermes tan leather Kelly Watch gold plated. Removable gold plated
Gold Plate
Hermes Kelly 32 Retourne 78 Blue Marine Navy Box Leather Gold HW 1980
By Hermès
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
before. DETAILS Brand: Hermes Kelly Stamp: J Circle Year of manufacture: 1980 Exterior Color: No. 78
HERMES Kelly White And Gold Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
The bracelet comes from the HERMES House. It is a model of the brand because it is the Kelly
Base Metal
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
Hermes Porosus Crocodile Leather Red Kelly Bag
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Porosus Crocodile Leather Red Kelly Bag Age: 1986 Made In France Materials: Porosus
Hermes Crocodile Porosus 35 cm "Kelly" Handbag
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Hermes Kelly Porosus Crocodile, handcrafted by the artisans of Hermes into an iconic 35 cm Kelly
Hermes Kelly 28 Red Box Leather - 1984
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermès vintage Kelly in red box leather, Gold Hardware. No Strap. N in a circle denotes the year
Hermes Porosus Crocodile 32 cm Kelly Handbag
By Hermès
Located in Geneva, CH
Hermes dark brown "Kelly" handbag with gold-plated hardware. The interior is lined in goat leather
Hermes Red Box Calf Kelly 32cm Tote Bag
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
1980s Hermès red box calf leather Kelly tote bag 32cm featuring foldover top with twist-lock
Vintage Hermes Rouge Box Calf 32 cm Kelly Handbag
By Hermès
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Hermes Rouge Box Calf 32 cm Kelly Handbag - GHW - Circa 1981. This bag is in excellent
Hermes Kelly 32 Handbag in Black Box "Retourné" Leather
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermes Kelly 32 handbag in black box 'retourné' leather. Gilded metal hardware. Stamp M in a round
HERMES Potiron orange Clemence leather KELLY 35 RETOURNE Bag
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès 'Kelly 35 Retourne' bag in Portion (pumpkin orange) Taurillon Clemence
Hermes Kelly 32 Sellier Burgundy Box Leather Gold HW 1987
By Hermès
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Hermes Kelly 32 Sellier Burgundy Box Leather Gold HW 1987 These are professional photos of the
Hermes Kelly 32 Sellier Burgundy Box Leather Gold HW 1987
By Hermès
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Hermes Kelly 32 Sellier Burgundy Box Leather Gold HW 1987 These are professional photos of the
1980s Hermes Chocolate Crocodile 32cm Kelly Handbag w/ Shoulder Strap
By Hermès
Located in Gresham, OR
Fantastic rich chocolate crocodile genuine Hermes Kelly bag with handle, optional shoulder strap
Hermes Kelly 32 Sellier Black Box Leather Gold HW 1987
By Hermès
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
leather. Light stains on the inside. Cracks on the flap. NO STRAP DETAILS Brand: Hermes Kelly Stamp: Q
Hermes Kelly 32 Sellier Black Box Leather Gold HW 1987
By Hermès
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
leather. Light stains on the inside. Cracks on the flap. NO STRAP DETAILS Brand: Hermes Kelly Stamp: Q
HERMES Kelly 32 Vintage Bag in Navy Blue Box Leather
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermes Kelly 32 vintage bag in navy blue box leather. Gilt metal hardware. Included : Zipper
Hermes Kelly 32 Sellier Black Clemence Leather Gold Hardware 1995
By Hermès
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
around the corners and handle at non-Hermes spa. DETAILS Brand: Hermes Kelly 32 Stamp: Circle Y Year of
1989 Hermès Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 32cm Sellier
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
HERMÈS Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 32cm Sellier Reference: HB2806 Serial Number: (S) Age
1989 Black Box Leather Rigid 28 cm Hermes Kelly Bag
By Hermès
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Vintage black box leather rigid 28 cm Kelly bag with gold hardware. Dates from 1989, as shown by
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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 Mini Kelly Sellier 20cm Box Calf Rough H/Gold Metal
By Hermès
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- This one of a kind and excellent condition Hermes mini Kelly Sellier 20cm box calf leather is
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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
Hermes Kelly 28 Sellier Brown Gold Epsom Leather Gold Hardware 1985
By Hermès
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
condition. DETAILS Hermes Kelly 28 Stamp: Circle O Year of manufacture: 1985 Exterior Color: Gold Brown
Hermes Kelly 28 Sellier Brown Gold Epsom Leather Gold Hardware 1985
By Hermès
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
condition. DETAILS Hermes Kelly 28 Stamp: Circle O Year of manufacture: 1985 Exterior Color: Gold Brown
Hermes Kelly 28 Sellier Red Rouge Epsom Leather Gold Hardware 1996
By Hermès
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
touched up on the corners, body of the bag, strap and handle. DETAILS Hermes Kelly 28 Stamp: Circle Z
Hermes Kelly 28 Vintage Sellier Black Box Leather Gold Hardware 1982
By Hermès
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
touched up on the corners, body of the bag, strap and handle. DETAILS Hermes Kelly 28 Stamp: Circle L
Hermès Vintage Mini Kelly Sellier Bag Gold Courchevel Ghw 20 cm
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Cute Authentic Hermès Bag "Mini Kelly" Sellier version (rigid, more classy !) Made in France
Hermes Vintage Kelly 20 Sellier Owl Print Silk / Box Leather Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Vintage Hermes Kelly 20 Sellier featured in rare Owl print Silk and Box
Hermès Vintage Dark Red Box Calf 28 cm Kelly with Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Hermès Dark Red Box Calf 28 cm Kelly is in excellent vintage condition. Hermès bags
Hermes Kelly Retourne 32 Clemence Leather B3 Bleu Zanzibar Palladium Hardware 20
By Hermès
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Brand: Hermes Kelly Stamp: Box Q Year of manufacture: 2013 Exterior Color: B3 Bleu Zanzibar Exterior
Hermes Kelly 32 Sellier 4B Biscuit Gold Togo Leather Gold HW 1996
By Hermès
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Brand: Hermes Kelly Stamp: Circle Z Year of manufacture: 1996 Exterior Color: 4B Biscuit Exterior
Hermes Kelly 35 Retourne Epsom Leather Yellow R9 Jaune Bourgeon Palladium Hardwa
By Hermès
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Brand: Hermes Kelly 35 Stamp: Box N Year of manufacture: 2010 Exterior Color: R9 Jaune Bourgeon Yellow
HERMES Vert green Box leather BI-COLOR KELLY 32 RETOURNE Bag Gold
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermes Kelly I 32 Retourner Bi-Color bag in Vert Fonce (dark green) Veau Box leather
Hermes Kelly 32 Sellier Red Epsom Leather Gold HW Circle S Stamp 1989
By Hermès
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Hermes Kelly 32 Sellier Red Epsom Leather Gold HW Circle S Stamp 1989 These are professional
Hermes Kelly 32 Retourne E5 Rose Tyrien Pink Epsom Leather Palladium Hardware 20
By Hermès
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
the corners at non-Hermes spa. DETAILS Brand: Hermes Kelly 32 Stamp: Box O Year of manufacture: 2011
Hermes Kelly 32 Sellier Red Epsom Leather Gold HW Circle S Stamp 1989
By Hermès
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Brand: Hermes Kelly Stamp: S Circle Year of manufacture: 1989 Exterior Color: Red Exterior Material
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H 5.91 in W 3.55 in L 7.88 in
Hermès Vintage Mini Kelly Bag Sellier White Leather Gold Hdw 20 cm RARE
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Super Cute Authentic Hermès Mini Kelly Bag In sellier Version, more chic ! Made in France Stamp
Hermes Kelly 35 Retourne Navy 7P Blue de Prusse Clemence Leather Palladium Hardw
By Hermès
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
professionally touched up around the corners, edges of the flap, ends of the handle. DETAILS Brand: Hermes
HERMÉS KELLY RETOURNE BAG, Box calf, Swift vert angle, S in Circel - 1989
By Hermès
Located in Stuttgart, DE
HERMÉS KELLY BAG, (Made in France) Retourne, 32 cm, Boxcalf , Swift vert anglai, S in circel
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H 5.52 in W 3.55 in L 7.88 in
Adorable Hermès Vintage Mini Kelly Sellier Bag Indigo Blue Box Leather Ghw 20 cm
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
So tiny, so cute Authentic Hermès Bag "Mini Kelly" Sellier version, rigid, so Chic ! Made in
Hermès Mini Sellier Box Calf "Cafe" Vintage Kelly Bag, 20 cm with Gold Hardware.
By Hermès
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Hermès Mini Sellier Box Calf "Cafe" Vintage Kelly Bag, 20 cm with Gold Hardware. Originally
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H 5.71 in W 3.55 in L 7.88 in
Hermès Vintage Mini Kelly Bag Sellier White Leather Ghw Cross body 20 cm Rare
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Super Cute Authentic Hermès Mini Kelly Bag In sellier Version, more chic ! Made in France Stamp
Hermès Kelly 50 Retourne Pink 0D Rose Mexico 4B Swift Leather Palladium HW 2011
By Hermès
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Brand: Hermes Kelly Stamp: Circle Z Year of manufacture: 1996 Exterior Color: 4B Biscuit Exterior
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H 8.27 in W 4.34 in L 11.42 in
Hermès Kelly Bag Sellier Bi Matiere Toile Canvas Beige Leather Ghw 28 cm Strap
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Absolutely Beautiful Authentic Hermès Bag "KELLY" Sellier Version (Rigid) Made in France Stamp
HERMES Rouge H & Vif red Marine blue Box leather KELLY 32 SELLIER Bag Tri-Color
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès 'Kelly I 32 Sellier' bag in Rouge H (burgundy), Rouge Vif (red) and Bleu
Kermes Kelly 32 Black Box
By Hermès
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
Hermes designer bag, size 32, made of black box leather with golden hardware. Equipped with a flap
$8,920
H 8 in W 8 in D 3 in
Chanel 1994 Rare Vintage Mini Multi Six CC Logo Crossbody Lambskin Tote Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 1994 Rare Vintage Mini Multi Six CC Logo Crossbody Lambskin Tote Bag 1991-1994 {VINTAGE 30 Years} Gold Hardware Long strap with classic interwoven chain Drawstring closure Do...
CHRISTIAN DIOR Boutique c.1990s Haute Couture Numbered Black Silk Sequin Bustier
By Christian Dior
Located in Thiensville, WI
Christian Dior Boutique c.1990's haute couture numbered (16923) black silk sequin bustier. Strapless sweetheart neckline. Black sequin embellished waistline. Center back separating z...
Hermes Kelly 25 Retourne Bag Vert d'Eau Matte Alligator with Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Kelly 25 Retourne bag featured in sublime Vert d'Eau Matte Alligator. Timeless and chic, this gorgeous Kelly bag only grows more beautiful as it ages, sho...
Glittering Crystal Encrusted Penguin Evening Bag c 21st c
Located in University City, MO
Glittering crystal encrusted penguin evening bag - clutch 21 c The charming penguin evening bag transitions from an endearing clutch; converts into an elegant handbag carried with a...
New Versace Collection Leopard Print Calf Hair Stiletto Heel Boots IT 38 US 8
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Versace Collection Leopard Print High Heel Tall Boots Nobody can ignore these black and white leopard print boots from Versace Collection - Wearing these boots you are always dis...
Vintage Judith Leiber Red & Gold Obi Silk Convertible Clutch Bag
By Judith Leiber
Located in Boca Raton, FL
A regal creation from the legendary Judith Leiber, this vintage evening bag is crafted from exquisite Japanese obi silk—an opulent textile traditionally used in ceremonial kimonos. ...
Tom Ford for Gucci Lavender Silk Halter Dress S/S 2003
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous lavender stretch silk dress by Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 2003 collection. It has a plunging front neckline and racer back with multiple seams emanating from it and the side ...
Alexander McQueen New Fur Jacket 'ESHU' A/W 2000
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible rare black, shiny, soft, silky goat fur jacket from Alexander McQueen's F/W 2000 Eshu collection. It has a standup collar, V neckline, front fur hook closures and is li...
Hermès 1999 Sac Reteint Noir Birkin 35 Dyed Black Epsom Leather Hand Bag Hermes
By Hermès
Located in PARIS, FR
Hermès Birkin bag, size 35, in beige Epsom leather re-dyed in black and gold metal, keys, padlock, zipper, bell, dust bag, year 1999. Width 35 cm x height 25 cm x depth 18 cm, handle...
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. It features the house’s signatu...
Beautiful Rare Thierry Mugler Devoré Silk Velvet Dress Black
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Manfred Thierry Mugler distilled the drama of midnight velvet and the intrigue of bare skin into this impossibly rare devoré cocktail dress: a piece that feels less like clothing and...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Oblique Printed Chiffon Dress. F/W 2000-2001
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Incredible John Galliano for Christian Dior Oblique printed chiffon dress Fall/ Winter 2000 - 2001. Of an asymmetric bias cut with deep ruffles and flounces. Printed in burgundy on...
Hermes Limited Edition Bolide Barenia Picnic Osier (Wicker) Bag
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a rare to find Limited Edition Hermes Picnic Bolide. Light weight wicker and with the warmth of Barenia leather. The ultimate chic bag for any summer day - dress h...
Thierry Mugler Black Lace Dress 1992 Dramatic Sculptural Sexy
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
This 1992 Thierry Mugler dress is a striking fusion of elegance and bold futurism, embodying the designer's signature avant-garde style. The dress, rendered in a sleek black fabric, ...
Thierry Mugler SS 1997 Gorgeous Black Evening Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
In this stunning black dress, Thierry Mugler marries his signature sculptural precision with motion. The silhouette is razor-sharp, hugging the body with a surgeon’s precision, while...
$4,750
Size: 40See Measurement in description
ROBERTO CAVALLI F/w 2006 Plum Lace Side Panel Ruched Gown NWT
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
Measurements All measurements taken laid flat - Bust: 17.8 " / 45 cm - Waist: 14" / 35.5 cm (waist area fabric is stretchy) - Hips: no limit since it's flared and only upper wais...
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.
Does wicker get more high-end than this?
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.