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Hermès So-Kelly  In Etoupe Clémence Taurillon Leather Shoulder Bag
Hermès So-Kelly  In Etoupe Clémence Taurillon Leather Shoulder Bag

Hermès So-Kelly In Etoupe Clémence Taurillon Leather Shoulder Bag

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Hermes So Kelly bag in etoupe clemence taurillon leather. Gilded metal hardware. Stamp; J 10"L x

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Early 2000s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Hermes So Kelly Teal Bag
Hermes So Kelly Teal Bag

Hermes So Kelly Teal Bag

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H 12 in W 5 in L 9 in

Hermes So Kelly Teal Bag

By Hermès

Located in San Francisco, CA

The Hermes So Kelly Bag is a gorgeous, stylish bag that will quickly become your favorite. The

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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Bucket Bags and Drawst...

Hermes The So Kelly Bag
Hermes The So Kelly Bag

Hermes The So Kelly Bag

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Hermes The So Kelly Bag

By Hermès

Located in Malibu, CA

The So Kelly Tote in Black Togo leather with Palladium Hardware. The shape is the perfect tote

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21st Century and Contemporary French Tote Bags

Hermes So Kelly Black Hand Bag
Hermes So Kelly Black Hand Bag

Hermes So Kelly Black Hand Bag

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H 14 in W 10.5 in D 5.5 in

Hermes So Kelly Black Hand Bag

By Hermès

Located in Stamford, CT

Authentic Hermes Eclat So Kelly Clemenc 26 is an updated version of the Kelly sport. This classic

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Late 20th Century Top Handle Bags

So So Rare Hermes 40cm Black on Black kelly 'Lakis' Bag with Palladium Hardware
So So Rare Hermes 40cm Black on Black kelly 'Lakis' Bag with Palladium Hardware

So So Rare Hermes 40cm Black on Black kelly 'Lakis' Bag with Palladium Hardware

By Hermès

Located in By Appointment Only, GB

The Hermes Kelly 'Lakis' Bag is a unique take on the classic, famous and always fashionable Kelly

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21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags

WOW Pristine Hermes 26cm 'So Kelly' Sable Togo Leather Bag / Palladium Hardware
WOW Pristine Hermes 26cm 'So Kelly' Sable Togo Leather Bag / Palladium Hardware

WOW Pristine Hermes 26cm 'So Kelly' Sable Togo Leather Bag / Palladium Hardware

By Hermès

Located in By Appointment Only, GB

This superb Hermes 26cm. 'So Kelly' Bag was first introduced in 2008 to replace the 'Kelly Sport

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21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags

Hermès So Kelly Bag
Hermès So Kelly Bag

Hermès So Kelly Bag

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H 11.82 in W 3.94 in

Hermès So Kelly Bag

By Hermès

Located in London, GB

This classic understated So Kelly bag from Hermès features a minimalistic design that makes it a

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20th Century French Shoulder Bags

HERMES SO KELLY 26cm togo etain leather shoulder bag with palladium hardware
HERMES SO KELLY 26cm togo etain leather shoulder bag with palladium hardware

HERMES SO KELLY 26cm togo etain leather shoulder bag with palladium hardware

By Hermès

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Rare Hermes 'So Kelly' bag in etain togo leather with palladium hardware dating to 2011. 26 cm size

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21st Century and Contemporary French Shoulder Bags

Hermes So Kelly Orange Candy Bag
Hermes So Kelly Orange Candy Bag

Hermes So Kelly Orange Candy Bag

By Hermès

Located in Athens, GA

Hermes So Kelly Orange Candy Bag. Orange exterior and yellow interior leather. Palladium hardware

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Hermes Blue Izmir So Kelly Clemence Bag
Hermes Blue Izmir So Kelly Clemence Bag

Hermes Blue Izmir So Kelly Clemence Bag

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H 14 in W 5.5 in L 13 in

Hermes Blue Izmir So Kelly Clemence Bag

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermès So Kelly 26 in blue Izmir clemence leather with palladium-plated hardware, single adjustable

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21st Century and Contemporary French Shoulder Bags

Hermes So Kelly Gold 26 Shoulder Bag
Hermes So Kelly Gold 26 Shoulder Bag

Hermes So Kelly Gold 26 Shoulder Bag

By Hermès

Located in Port Hope, ON

famous Kelly bag. If you like bucket bags or hobo bags this bag is very roomy and can easily hold all

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21st Century and Contemporary French Hobo Bags

Hermes Geranium 26 cm So Kelly Shoulder Bag
Hermes Geranium 26 cm So Kelly Shoulder Bag

Hermes Geranium 26 cm So Kelly Shoulder Bag

By Hermès

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Hermes Geranium 26 cm So Kelly Bag- PRISTINE Never carried, the protective plastic is intact on the

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2010s Structured Shoulder Bags

Hermes Etoupe Clemence Leather 29cm So Kelly Bag
Hermes Etoupe Clemence Leather 29cm So Kelly Bag

Hermes Etoupe Clemence Leather 29cm So Kelly Bag

By Hermès

Located in London, GB

The So Kelly is a stylish bag in a refined bucket-like shape. Slightly structural, it still carries

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21st Century and Contemporary French Bucket Bags and Drawstring Bags

Hermes Limited Edition So Black 35cm Kelly Bag
Hermes Limited Edition So Black 35cm Kelly Bag

Hermes Limited Edition So Black 35cm Kelly Bag

By Hermès

Located in London, GB

This vintage So Black Kelly bag from Hermès is a true testament to the quality of the house's

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21st Century and Contemporary French Shoulder Bags

HERMES Ostrich Kelly Bag 28cm NATURELLE SO chic!!
HERMES Ostrich Kelly Bag 28cm NATURELLE SO chic!!

HERMES Ostrich Kelly Bag 28cm NATURELLE SO chic!!

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

enough for day wear! Fresh with the Palladium hardware. Pre owned with TLC. Bag is

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Hermes Blue Izmir Clemence Leather 26cm So Kelly Bag
Hermes Blue Izmir Clemence Leather 26cm So Kelly Bag

Hermes Blue Izmir Clemence Leather 26cm So Kelly Bag

By Hermès

Located in London, GB

The Hermes Kelly was famously named after Grace Kelly. Unlike other handbags, a single craftsman

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21st Century and Contemporary French Bucket Bags and Drawstring Bags

Hermes Kelly 32 Bag Limited Edition So Black Box Leather
Hermes Kelly 32 Bag Limited Edition So Black Box Leather

Hermes Kelly 32 Bag Limited Edition So Black Box Leather

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers a rare limited edition Hermes Kelly 32 So Black bag is featured in Heritage Box

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

HERMES Ebene brown Clemence leather SO KELLY 26 Shoulder Bag
HERMES Ebene brown Clemence leather SO KELLY 26 Shoulder Bag

HERMES Ebene brown Clemence leather SO KELLY 26 Shoulder Bag

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Hermes 'So Kelly 26' shoulder bag in Ebene (dark brown) Taurillon Clemence leather

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

HERMES Etoupe taupe Clemence leather SO KELLY 22 Hobo Bag
HERMES Etoupe taupe Clemence leather SO KELLY 22 Hobo Bag

HERMES Etoupe taupe Clemence leather SO KELLY 22 Hobo Bag

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Hermès So Kelly 22 shoulder bag in Etoupe (taupe) Taurillon Clemence leather with

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Early 2000s French Top Handle Bags

Hermes Kelly 32 So Black Bag Box Leather Limited Edition
Hermes Kelly 32 So Black Bag Box Leather Limited Edition

Hermes Kelly 32 So Black Bag Box Leather Limited Edition

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Guaranteed authentic Hermes So Black 32 bag. This limited edition box leather So Black series was

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2010s French Top Handle Bags

Hermes Ltd Ed. Rare 'SO BLACK' Box Leather 32cm Kelly Bag
Hermes Ltd Ed. Rare 'SO BLACK' Box Leather 32cm Kelly Bag

Hermes Ltd Ed. Rare 'SO BLACK' Box Leather 32cm Kelly Bag

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Hermes Ltd Ed. 'SO BLACK' Box Leather 32cm Kelly Bag **Please note that this style was not

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21st Century and Contemporary French Tote Bags

Hermès Vintage Kelly Bag Sellier Courchevel Rouge Vif Gold Hdw 28 cm
Hermès Vintage Kelly Bag Sellier Courchevel Rouge Vif Gold Hdw 28 cm

Hermès Vintage Kelly Bag Sellier Courchevel Rouge Vif Gold Hdw 28 cm

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Here is a chance to get a so beautiful authentic Hermès Bag "KELLY" Sellier Version (outer seams

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1990s French Top Handle Bags

Hermes  So Kelly 26 Bag Blue Jean Tote Shoulder bag
Hermes  So Kelly 26 Bag Blue Jean Tote Shoulder bag

Hermes So Kelly 26 Bag Blue Jean Tote Shoulder bag

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Guaranteed authetnic Hermes So Kelly bag is the fresh update from the Sport Kelly bag. This Hermes

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2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Hermes So Kelly Bag Togo 26
Hermes So Kelly Bag Togo 26

Hermes So Kelly Bag Togo 26

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Hermes So Kelly Bag Togo 26

By Hermès

Located in NY, NY

Measurements: Height 13", Width 10.5", Depth 5", Strap Drop 8-10" Designer: Hermes Model: So Kelly Bag Togo 26

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21st Century and Contemporary Hobo Bags

Hermes So Kelly Bag Togo 26
Hermes So Kelly Bag Togo 26

Hermes So Kelly Bag Togo 26

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H 14.5 in W 10.5 in D 5.5 in

Hermes So Kelly Bag Togo 26

By Hermès

Located in NY, NY

", Width 10.5", Depth 5.5", Strap Drop 8-9.5" Designer: Hermes Model: So Kelly Bag Togo 26 Exterior

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21st Century and Contemporary Hobo Bags

Hermes So Kelly Bag Togo 22
Hermes So Kelly Bag Togo 22

Hermes So Kelly Bag Togo 22

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H 12 in W 9 in D 4 in

Hermes So Kelly Bag Togo 22

By Hermès

Located in NY, NY

: Height 12", Width 9", Depth 4", Strap Drop 8-10" Designer: Hermes Model: So Kelly Bag Togo 22 Exterior

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Hermes So Kelly Bag Togo 26
Hermes So Kelly Bag Togo 26

Hermes So Kelly Bag Togo 26

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H 14 in W 10.5 in D 5 in

Hermes So Kelly Bag Togo 26

By Hermès

Located in NY, NY

5", Strap Drop 8.5-10.5" Designer: Hermes Model: So Kelly Bag Togo 26 Exterior Material: Leather

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21st Century and Contemporary Bucket Bags and Drawstring Bags

Hermes So Kelly Bag Togo 22
Hermes So Kelly Bag Togo 22

Hermes So Kelly Bag Togo 22

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H 11.5 in W 9 in D 5 in

Hermes So Kelly Bag Togo 22

By Hermès

Located in NY, NY

: Hermes Model: So Kelly Bag Togo 22 Exterior Material: Leather Hermes Color: Capucine (Red) Interior

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Hermes So Kelly Bag Togo 22
Hermes So Kelly Bag Togo 22

Hermes So Kelly Bag Togo 22

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H 12 in W 9 in D 4 in

Hermes So Kelly Bag Togo 22

By Hermès

Located in NY, NY

", Strap Drop 9-17" Designer: Hermes Model: So Kelly Bag Togo 22 Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Color

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Hermes So Kelly Bag Togo 26
Hermes So Kelly Bag Togo 26

Hermes So Kelly Bag Togo 26

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H 13.5 in W 10.5 in D 5 in

Hermes So Kelly Bag Togo 26

By Hermès

Located in NY, NY

", Width 10.5", Depth 5", Strap Drop 8.5-10" Designer: Hermes Model: So Kelly Bag Togo 26 Exterior Material

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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags

Hermes So Kelly Bag Togo 22
Hermes So Kelly Bag Togo 22

Hermes So Kelly Bag Togo 22

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H 12 in W 9 in D 4 in

Hermes So Kelly Bag Togo 22

By Hermès

Located in NY, NY

", Strap Drop 9-17" Designer: Hermes Model: So Kelly Bag Togo 22 Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Color

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Hermes Plum So Kelly Bag
Hermes Plum So Kelly Bag

Hermes Plum So Kelly Bag

By Hermès

Located in Bridgehampton, NY

Hermes Plum So Kelly Leather Bag with Brown Trim and Silver Hardware. Retails $7500

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Hermes Eclat So Kelly Bag Togo 22
Hermes Eclat So Kelly Bag Togo 22

Hermes Eclat So Kelly Bag Togo 22

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H 11.5 in W 9 in D 4.5 in

Hermes Eclat So Kelly Bag Togo 22

By Hermès

Located in NY, NY

: Height 11.5", Width 9", Depth 4.5", Strap Drop 9.5-16" Designer: Hermes Model: Eclat So Kelly Bag Togo 22

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Hermes Eclat So Kelly Bag Clemence 26
Hermes Eclat So Kelly Bag Clemence 26

Hermes Eclat So Kelly Bag Clemence 26

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H 14 in W 10.5 in D 5.5 in

Hermes Eclat So Kelly Bag Clemence 26

By Hermès

Located in NY, NY

: Hermes Model: Eclat So Kelly Bag Clemence 26 Exterior Material: Leather Hermes Color: Marron D’Inde

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21st Century and Contemporary Hobo Bags

Hermes Eclat So Kelly Bag Clemence 22
Hermes Eclat So Kelly Bag Clemence 22

Hermes Eclat So Kelly Bag Clemence 22

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H 11.5 in W 9 in D 4.5 in

Hermes Eclat So Kelly Bag Clemence 22

By Hermès

Located in NY, NY

Drop 8-16" Designer: Hermes Model: Eclat So Kelly Bag Clemence 22 Exterior Material: Leather Hermes

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Hermes Eclat So Kelly Bag Togo 22
Hermes Eclat So Kelly Bag Togo 22

Hermes Eclat So Kelly Bag Togo 22

By Hermès

Located in NY, NY

Model: Eclat So Kelly Bag Togo 22 Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Color: Blue Interior Material

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21st Century and Contemporary Hobo Bags

Hermes Mykonos Clemence Leather So Kelly 22 Bag
Hermes Mykonos Clemence Leather So Kelly 22 Bag

Hermes Mykonos Clemence Leather So Kelly 22 Bag

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H 11.82 in W 3.94 in L 8.67 in

Hermes Mykonos Clemence Leather So Kelly 22 Bag

By Hermès

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

this coveted So Kelly bag. It is crafted from Clemence leather in a bucket-like shape with the

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2010s French Shoulder Bags

35cm Hermès So Black Box Leather Kelly Bag Handbag
35cm Hermès So Black Box Leather Kelly Bag Handbag

35cm Hermès So Black Box Leather Kelly Bag Handbag

By Hermès

Located in Chicago, IL

for a handbag! 35cm Hermès So Black Box Leather Kelly Handbag | Black Hardware | N Stamp The bag

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Hermes Clemence So Kelly 22 Toupe Leather Shoulder Bag
Hermes Clemence So Kelly 22 Toupe Leather Shoulder Bag

Hermes Clemence So Kelly 22 Toupe Leather Shoulder Bag

By Hermès

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Company-HERMES Model- Clemence So Kelly 22 Color-Taupe Grey Style-Shoulder Bag Material-Leather

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2010s French Bucket Bags and Drawstring Bags

Hermes Gris Perle/Crevette Leather So Kelly 22 Bag
Hermes Gris Perle/Crevette Leather So Kelly 22 Bag

Hermes Gris Perle/Crevette Leather So Kelly 22 Bag

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H 11.82 in W 3.94 in L 8.67 in

Hermes Gris Perle/Crevette Leather So Kelly 22 Bag

By Hermès

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

this coveted So Kelly bag. It is crafted from Gris Perle/Crevette leather in a bucket-like shape with

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2010s French Shoulder Bags

Hermes Bleu Jean Togo Leather So Kelly 22 Bag
Hermes Bleu Jean Togo Leather So Kelly 22 Bag

Hermes Bleu Jean Togo Leather So Kelly 22 Bag

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H 11.82 in W 3.94 in L 8.67 in

Hermes Bleu Jean Togo Leather So Kelly 22 Bag

By Hermès

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

this coveted So Kelly bag. It is crafted from Togo leather in a bucket-like shape with the signature

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2010s French Shoulder Bags

Hermes Bleu Jean Togo Leather So Kelly 22 Bag
Hermes Bleu Jean Togo Leather So Kelly 22 Bag

Hermes Bleu Jean Togo Leather So Kelly 22 Bag

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H 11.82 in W 3.94 in L 8.67 in

Hermes Bleu Jean Togo Leather So Kelly 22 Bag

By Hermès

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

this coveted So Kelly bag. It is crafted from Togo leather in a bucket-like shape with the signature

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2010s French Shoulder Bags

So Rare Hermes Kelly Bag 35cm Argile Clemence Palladium Hw
So Rare Hermes Kelly Bag 35cm Argile Clemence Palladium Hw

So Rare Hermes Kelly Bag 35cm Argile Clemence Palladium Hw

By Hermès

Located in NYC Tri-State/Miami, NY

As Always, Another One Of My Fab Finds, Hermes 35Cm Kelly In Beautiful Argile Color, Clemence

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Hermès 2011 Kelly 35cm So Black Box Calf Leather Bag
Hermès 2011 Kelly 35cm So Black Box Calf Leather Bag

Hermès 2011 Kelly 35cm So Black Box Calf Leather Bag

By Hermès

Located in London, GB

Made in France, this beautiful 2011 Hermès ‘Kelly’ 35cm ‘So Black’ handbag has been made from

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Hermes So Kelly Black Togo PHW
Hermes So Kelly Black Togo PHW

Hermes So Kelly Black Togo PHW

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H 13.39 in W 10.24 in

Hermes So Kelly Black Togo PHW

By Hermès

Located in Antwerp, BE

Good Condition Hermes So Kelly Black Togo Shoulder Bag If you love hobo’s or bucket bags, then

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21st Century and Contemporary French Bucket Bags and Drawstring Bags

SO SPECIAL.. HERMES KELLY 32CM BAG VERT CRU TOGO PALLADUM HARDWA
SO SPECIAL.. HERMES KELLY 32CM BAG VERT CRU TOGO PALLADUM HARDWA

SO SPECIAL.. HERMES KELLY 32CM BAG VERT CRU TOGO PALLADUM HARDWA

By Hermès

Located in NYC Tri-State/Miami, NY

SO SPECIAL.. HERMES KELLY 32CM BAG VERT CRU TOGO PALLADUM HARDWARE As always, another one of my

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

JANEFINDS LIMITED HERMES KELLY BAG 35cm BLACK MATTE SO BLACK ALLIGATOR
JANEFINDS LIMITED HERMES KELLY BAG 35cm BLACK MATTE SO BLACK ALLIGATOR

JANEFINDS LIMITED HERMES KELLY BAG 35cm BLACK MATTE SO BLACK ALLIGATOR

By Hermès

Located in NYC Tri-State/Miami, NY

As always, another one of my fab finds! LIMITED Hermes 35cm SO BLACK ALLIGATOR KELLY BAG! THIS BAG

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Hermes So Kelly Ciel Blue Togo Leather Silver Metal Shoulder Bag
Hermes So Kelly Ciel Blue Togo Leather Silver Metal Shoulder Bag

Hermes So Kelly Ciel Blue Togo Leather Silver Metal Shoulder Bag

By Hermès

Located in Kowloon, HK

; × D4.7") Shoulder strap:55cm(21.6") Stamp: M in Square (2009 Year) come with dust bag

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Early 2000s French Structured Shoulder Bags

SO RARE HERMES KELLY BAG 35cm SELLIER VERT BRONZE CHEVRE PALL HA
SO RARE HERMES KELLY BAG 35cm SELLIER VERT BRONZE CHEVRE PALL HA

SO RARE HERMES KELLY BAG 35cm SELLIER VERT BRONZE CHEVRE PALL HA

By Hermès

Located in NYC Tri-State/Miami, NY

SO RARE HERMES KELLY BAG 35cm SELLIER VERT BRONZE CHEVRE PALL HARDWARE As always, another one of

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Hermes So Kelly Etain Taurillon Clemence Leather Silver Metal Shoulder Bag
Hermes So Kelly Etain Taurillon Clemence Leather Silver Metal Shoulder Bag

Hermes So Kelly Etain Taurillon Clemence Leather Silver Metal Shoulder Bag

By Hermès

Located in Kowloon, HK

Color: Etain Material: Taurillon Clemence Leather Condition: Rank A Overall: Good, few minor defects Surface:Minor Scratches Corners:Minor Scratches Edges:Minor Scratches Handl...

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2010s French Shoulder Bags

Unique Sixties Hermes Kelly Bi-color 1966
Unique Sixties Hermes Kelly Bi-color 1966

Unique Sixties Hermes Kelly Bi-color 1966

By Hermès

Located in Verviers, BE

Just unique and so chic Hermes Kelly bag of the Sixties! In Exceptional vintage condition! Size: 28

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1960s French Top Handle Bags

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Hermes So Kelly Bag For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary hermes so kelly bag you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Many people prefer Brown, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Black, Red and more options on these pages. If you’re looking for a hermes so kelly bag from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. 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 So Kelly Bag?

Prices for a hermes so kelly bag can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $2,770 and can go as high as $49,999, while, on average they fetch $5,550.

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-purses-bags 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.

Questions About Hermès
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    Hermès is so special for a few reasons. The French luxury house is one of the most storied fashion labels in the world and has a rich heritage that dates back to 1837.

    Hermès began in Paris as a maker of leather equestrian goods for European noblemen. The house later extended into accessories and luggage for its riders, and today, in paying homage to its origins, the family-run luxury brand resurfaces horse motifs in everything from clothing and jewelry to pillows and handbags.

    Hermès artisans spend years honing their craft as apprentices before they produce Hermès pieces in premium materials. For example, the Kelly bag, which was named in tribute to one of its biggest fans, Grace Kelly, takes between 18 and 25 hours to produce, and its 680 hand stitches are made by one Hermès artisan. Each Birkin tote is also hand-sewn according to Hermès’s centuries-old saddle-stitching technique, and its exotic leathers, a variety that includes ostrich and crocodile, are subsequently painted and polished by house craftsmen in France.

    On 1stDibs, explore a selection of vintage Hermès handbags and accessories.