Hermes Vintage Tan Leather Shoulder Strap for Kelly Bag 33 cm
By Hermès
Located in Rome, Rome
Enhance your iconic Kelly Bag with this authentic Hermes vintage shoulder strap, a rare find for any dedicated second-hand connoisseur.
Hermes Vintage Tan Leather Shoulder Strap for Kelly Bag 33 cm
By Hermès
Located in Rome, Rome
Enhance your iconic Kelly Bag with this authentic Hermes vintage shoulder strap, a rare find for any dedicated second-hand connoisseur.
Hermès Kelly 32 Sellier Black Box Leather Gold Hardware with Strap
By Hermès
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Cracks and paint on handle (medium) Outside edge scraped (small) Outside scuffs and dirt (medium) Dark stains (medium) Dark stains on shoulder (medium) Removable Outside scra...
Hermes Mini Kelly 20 Sellier Bag Cuivre with Rose Mexico Toile Strap
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Fresh and modern with the Rose Mexico toile sport strap. Comes with the shoulder strap, sleeper and signature Hermes box.
Hermès Kelly Bandouliere Black Epsom NIB
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
New Hermès bandouliere Kelly black leather shoulder strap.
Hermès Kelly 32 retourne handbag strap in Red Courchevel leather, GHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Amazing Hermes Kelly 32 retourné handbag strap in Red Courchevel leather, gold plated metal hardware, red leather handle, removable shoulder strap in red leather for a hand or should...
Hermès Micro Kelly 15 handbag strap in Bleu Celeste Epsom leather , PHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Exceptional & Extremely Rare Hermes Micro Kelly 15 cm sellier handbag strap in Bleu Céleste Epsom calf leather, with silver palladium metal...
Candy Limited Edition Hermes Kelly 28 handbag strap in Lime/Perle epsom
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Magnificent & Rare Hermes Kelly 28 shoulder strap limited edition from the Candy Collection in Epsom Lime Yellow leather with white stitchin...
Hermès Kelly 35 retourne handbag strap in Grenat Red Togo leather , PHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Magnificent Hermes Kelly 35 retourne handbag strap in Togo Red Grenat leather, palladium silver metal trim, burgundy leather handle, removable shoulder strap in burgundy leather allo...
Magnificent Hermès Kelly 35 retourne handbag strap in Raisin Togo leather , SHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Magnificent Hermes Kelly 35 retourne handbag strap in Raisin Togo leather , palladium silver metal trim, purple leather handle, removable shou...
Candy Limited Edition Hermes Kelly 28 handbag strap in Lime/Perle epsom
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Magnificent & Rare Hermes Kelly 28 retourne handbag strap , limited edition from the Candy Collection in Epsom leather, Lime Yellow with w...
Hermès Kelly 32 retourné handbag strap in Camel (Gold) Togo calf leather, PHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Beautiful Hermes Kelly 32 retourné handbag strap in Camel (Gold) Togo calf leather, with silver palladium metal trim, camel leather handle, ...
Stunning Hermès Kelly 32 sellier handbag strap in Black Box Calf leather, PHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Stunning Hermes Kelly 32 sellier handbag strap in black box calfskin leather , palladium silver metal trim, black leather handle, removable ...
Rare Hermès Kelly 32 sellier handbag strap (HSS) in Gold & Orange leather, GHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Special Order - Horse Shoe HSS Exceptional & Rare Hermes Kelly 32 sellier strap handbag (Special Order - Horse Shoe HSS) in Gold (Camel)...
New Amazing Hermes Kelly 28 retourne handbag strap in Orange Feu leather, SHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Exceptional & Spectacular Hermes Kelly 28 retourne handbag strap in Orange Feu Taurillon Clémence leather, palladium silver metal hardware, single handle in Orange leather, removable...
New Hermès Mini Kelly 20 handbag strap in Orange H Epsom Calf leather , PHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Exceptional Hermes Mini Kelly 20 handbag strap in Epsom calfskin Orange H leather, silver palladium trim, Orange leather handle, Orange leathe...
Customized Hermès Kelly 32 handbag strap in black Box calf with black Croc, GHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Hermès Kelly 32 Sellier handbag strap in black box calf leather customized with black Crocodile porosus top flap, removable black box leathe...
Amazing Hermès Kelly 25 retourne handbag strap in Orange Feu Togo leather , GHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Stunning & Bright Hermes Kelly 25 handbag with shoulder strap in Orange Feu Togo Calf leather, gold metal trim, single orange Togo leather...
HERMES KELLY retourne 35 cm black veau box leather with shoulder strap
By Hermès
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Hermes Kelly retourne bag in Jet black box leather with gold hardware. 35 cm size. Blind-stamp Z in a circle which corresponds to year 1996. The leather had developed a beautiful ric...
Hermes Vintage Black Leather Shoulder Strap for Kelly Bag 35 cm
By Hermès
Located in Rome, Rome
Elevate your bag with this authentic Hermes vintage shoulder strap, a quintessential find for any second-hand enthusiast. Specifically designed for the Hermes bags, this piece is cra...
Hermes Gold Kelly 28 Togo with Rare Strap
By Hermès
Located in Athens, GA
Hermes Gold Kelly 28 Bag. Includes rare Hermes pocket strap. Kelly is newer only a few years old. Looks like new. Gold tan color in togo leather. Palladium silver hardware. The bag i...
Hermès Orange Gulliver Leather Kelly 32 with Strap GHW 43h518s
By Hermès
Located in Dix hills, NY
Hermès Orange Gulliver Leather Kelly 32 with Strap GHW 43h518s Date Code/Serial Number: Y in a Circle Made In: France Measurements: Length: 12.5" Width: 4.5" Height: 9" Shoulder H...
Hermès Sac Main 1965s Black Leather Kelly 32 Hand Bag with Strap Hermes
By Hermès
Located in PARIS, FR
Hermès Kelly bag, size 32, in black "box" leather and gold metal, circa 1965, black leather interior with a large patch pocket on one side and a double patch pocket on the other, ori...
Hermes Etoupe Kelly To Go Bag Wallet Epsom Gold Hardware New Strap
By Hermès
Located in West Chester, PA
Hermes Kelly to Go So easy as a clutch or shoulder bag Etoupe Gold Hardware Such a versatile little Bag Constrast topstich Epsom Leather Removable strap This Kelly Wallet To Go is i...
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Hermes Kelly Mini 20 Cuivre Chèvre Leather Rose Mexico Wooly Strap Palladium NEW
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Pristine Ultra Rare and Hardest to get Hermes Mini Kelly 20 Magnolia Pink Epsom Leather Complimented by Palladium Hardware. C Stamp 2018. From Collectors Closet. pristine Condition A...
HERMES Kelly 25 CM Epsom Retourne Rouge Color NEW
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Kelly Retourne 25 CM with shoulder strap.
New Hermès Black Epsom Kelly Bandouliere Shoulder Strap
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès Kelly pochette bandouliere in black Epsom leather and goldtone hardware. New with original dust cover and box. Date stamp Z.
HERMES Red Rouge 28cm Kelly Bag with Shoulder Strap
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Red Rouge 28cm Kelly Bag with Shoulder Strap Age: 2006 Made In France Materials: Leather Stamped: HERMES PARIS MADE IN FRANCE Blind Stamp Reads: J Comes With: Shoulde...
Hermes Kelly Pocket Shoulder Strap PM Blue Jean Palladium
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Kelly Pocket Bag Strap featured in Blue Jean. Yes, it is back! Iconic beloved Hermes Bleu Jean. The strap has a card holder with a Kelly turn key clasp. ...
HERMES Blue Ciel Epsom 40mm Tressage Kelly Shoulder Strap
By Hermès
Located in West Chester, PA
Hermes limited edition strap Absolutely Stunning Alternate your handbag straps for a custom look! This brand new authentic Hermes strap will accessorize your bag and change the look ...
Hermes Kelly Pocket Shoulder Strap Black Swift Epsom Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Kelly Pocket Bag Strap featured in Black. The Hermes shoulder strap has a card holder with a Kelly turn key clasp.
Hermes Kelly Pocket Shoulder Strap Black Swift Epsom Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Kelly Pocket Bag Strap featured in Black. The Hermes shoulder strap has a card holder with a Kelly turn key clasp.
Hermes 1979 Burgundy Box Kelly Bag 35cm with Shoulder Strap
By Hermès
Located in New Hope, PA
This classic 1979 Hermes Kelly bag in burgundy box calf comes with a matching shoulder strap, lock, key and clochette.
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 and lock. 32cm size: measures 12.75" wide x 8.75" high (excluding handle) x 4" deep.
Hermes Kelly Pocket Shoulder Strap Menthe / Blue Celeste Palladium PM
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Kelly Pocket Bag Strap featured in Menthe and Blue Celeste. The wide belt strap has a card holder with a Kelly turn key clasp. Palladium hardware. The Me...
Hermes Kelly Pocket Shoulder Strap Menthe / Blue Celeste Palladium PM
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Kelly Pocket Bag Strap featured in Menthe and Blue Celeste. The wide belt strap has a card holder with a Kelly turn key clasp. Palladium hardware. The Me...
HERMES Natural beige Epsom leather & canvas SANGLE KELLY 50mm Bag Shoulder Strap
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès Sangle Kelly 50mm bag strap in canvas with Natureal Veau Epsom leather trims. Features contrasting white stitching and gold-plated hardware. Has been carried on...
1945 HERMES KELLY retourne 35 cm veau box leather with shoulder strap
By Hermès
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare Hermes Kelly retourne bag in gold box leather with gold hardware. 35 cm size. Blind-stamp A which corresponds to year 1945. The leather has developed a beautiful rich patin...
1960s Hermes Kelly 32cm Bag Gold Box Leather + Shoulder Strap Bonwit Teller Rare
By Hermès
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Comes with the bag, a matching shoulder strap, leather clochette, keys and lock and new dust cover (which Hermes provided when the bag was refurbished).
Hermes Kelly Bag 32cm Gold Box Leather + Shoulder Strap Bonwit Teller 60s Rare
By Hermès
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Comes with the bag, a matching shoulder strap, leather clochette, keys and lock and new dust cover (which Hermes provided when the bag was refurbished).
Hermès Bandoulière Cuir marine pour Sac Kelly II Navy box Leather Strap Hermes
By Hermès
Located in PARIS, FR
Hermès shoulder strap for Kelly or Kelly II bag in smooth navy blue box leather and gold-tone hardware.
HERMES Gold (camel) Togo leather SANGLE KELLY/BOLIDE 25mm Bag Strap
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès Sangle Kelly/Bolide shoulder strap in Gold (camel) Togo leather featuring Palladium hardware.
Hermès Kelly 35 black leather
By Hermès
Located in Capri, IT
Hermès Kelly 35 black leather shoulder strap and dust bag inside
Hermes Kelly Veau Box Handbag Strap
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful strap can be used for Hermes Kelly or any other Hermes bag of your choice .
New Hermès Black Epsom Kelly Bandouliere Shoulder Strap
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès Kelly pochette bandouliere in black Epsom leather and goldtone hardware. New with original dust cover and box.
HERMES Black Grained Leather SHOULDER STRAP for Kelly Bag
By Hermès
Located in Rome, Rome
Brand: HERMES Paris - made in France Logos / Tags: 'HERMES Paris -Made in France' embossed on leather Condition: A :EXCELLENT CONDITION - Used once or twice. Looks mint. Imperc...
Hermes Vintage Brown Smooth Leather Shoulder Strap for Kelly Bag
By Hermès
Located in Rome, Rome
Hermes reddish brown smooth leather Shoulder Strap for Kelly Bag.
Hermes Shoulder Strap Ardennes Gold Leather Golden Hardware for Kelly Bolide
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Authentic Hermès Shouder strap For Kelly or Bolide Bags Made in France Made of Ardennes Leather Colorway: Gold Golden Hardware White sewings "HERMES PARIS MADE IN FRANCE" engr...
HERMES Noir black leather & canvas SANGLE KELLY 50mm Bag Shoulder Strap
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès Sangle 50mm shoulder strap for your Kelly or Evelyne bag in black canvas and leather.
HERMES KELLY retourne 32 cm black veau box leather with canvas shoulder strap
By Hermès
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Hermes Kelly retourne bag in jet black box leather with gold hardware. 32 cm size. Blind-stamp v in a circle which corresponds to year 1992. The leather has developed a beautiful ric...
Hermès Shoulder Strap Etoupe Togo Leather Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Authentic Hermès Shoulder strap For Kelly or any other Hermès Bag Made in France Made of Togo Leather and Palladium Plated Hardware Colorways: Etoupe, White Stitching, Silver-Ton...
Hermès Black Bandouliere Kelly Pocket
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
New Hermes Bandouliere Kelly black leather shoulder strap.
Hermes Kelly Shoulder Strap Leather Red
By Hermès
Located in Irvine, CA
Hermes Kelly Shoulder Strap Leather Red Leather Condition Details: Minor peeling on strap base wax edges, scratches on hardware. 50535MSC Height 35.5", Width 0.5", Depth None", St...
Hermes Kelly Shoulder Strap Leather
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Length 35", Width 0.5" Designer: Hermes Model: Kelly Shoulder Strap Leather Exterior Material: Leather Hermes Color: Brique (Red) Hardwar...
2008 Hermes Brown Epson Leather Kelly 35 Bag Shoulder Strap. Invoece Hermes Spa
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Really nice Hermes Kelly 35 Bag in Dak Brown Epson Leather. Comes with shoulder strap, key, clochette.
Hermès Kelly 35 sellier strap shoulder bag in burgundy calf leather, GHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Stunning Hermes Kelly 35 cm sellier in burgundy calf box leather shoulder strap (Red H), gold-plated metal hardware, removable burgundy leather shoulder strap, simple burgundy leathe...
Hermès Kelly 35 sellier strap shoulder bag in epsom blue saphir, PHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Superb Hermes Kelly 35 sellier bag in sapphire blue epsom, gold-plated metal trim, removable shoulder strap in blue epsom, simple blue leather handle allowing a hand or shoulder stra...
Hermès Kelly 35 sellier strap shoulder bag in epsom blue saphir leather, GHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Beautiful Hermes Kelly 35 cm sellier in Epsom blue sapphire leather shoulder bag , gold plated metal hardware, blue leather removable shoulder strap, blue leather simple handle allow...
Hermès Kelly 35 strap shoulder bag in Gold Couchevel leather with gold hardware
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Beautiful Hermes Kelly 35 handbag in Courchevel Gold leather with shoulder strap , gold-plated metal hardware, gold leather handle, removable shoulder strap handle in gold-plated lea...
Hermès Kelly 35 strap shoulder bag in blue jean Taurillon Clémence leather, PHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Hermes Kelly 35 cm turned over handbag in Taurillon Clémence blue jean leather, palladium silver metal hardware, blue leather handle, removable shoulder strap handle in blue taurill...
Hermes Kelly 28 cm strap in Burgundy box calf shoulder bag with gold hardware
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Splendid handbag Hermes Kelly 28 retourné in red calf leather (burgundy), gold plated metal hardware, simple handle in burgundy leather box, handle shoulder strap in burgundy box (no...
Hermès Kelly 32 cm strap shoulder bag in black calfskin box and gold hardware
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Beautiful Hermes Kelly Bag retourné 32 cm in black calfskin box, gold-plated metal trim, single handle in black leather, removable shoulder strap in black leather allowing a handheld...
$2,856Sale Price|35% Off
Christian Dior by John Galliano Cadillac Montaigne Saddle Bag
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Brand: Christian Dior by John Galliano Product Name: Cadillac Montaigne Saddle Bag Product Description: Introducing the Christian Dior by John Galliano Cadillac Montaigne Saddle Bag...
Chanel Classic Small Baby Blue RARE 24k GHW Lambskin
By Chanel
Located in Roosendaal, NL
From the collection of SAVINETI we offer this Chanel Classic Flap Small: - Brand: Chanel - Model: Classic Flap Small - Color: Baby Blue - Year: 1991-1994 - Condition: Good Vintage C...
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...
Oscar de la Renta Resort 2009 Runway One Shoulder Silk Toga Dress $3, 200 BNWT
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing brand new with tags Oscar de la Renta silk one shoulder dress! Detailed for $3,200! Featured in the Resort 2009 Oscar Runway Collection (see pictures). One shoulder can be wo...
Jean Paul Gaultier Sweater with Belt 1990s
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous rust orange striped wool sweater from Jean Paul Gaultier. It has long sleeves, a standup collar with functional silver buttons closure along it's side and one shoulder and...
Rare Chanel Vintage S/S 1989 Grecian Goddess Ivory Gold Pleated Gown
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
An ethereal and rare Chanel creation from the Spring/Summer 1989 collection, designed under Karl Lagerfeld’s direction. This gown embodies timeless elegance, drawing inspiration from...
CELINE black & olive CALF HAIR MINI LUGGAGE Tote Shoulder Bag
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
Céline 'Mini Luaggabe' tote in olive calf hair with black calf hair gussets and black leather details. Zipper pocket on the front. Closes with a zipper on top. Lined in black leather...
$3,234
Size: FR 38 - UK 10 - US 6
Vivienne Westwood cow print nude silk corseted off shoulder dress, ss 1999
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Vivienne Westwood cow print nude and black silk mid-length evening dress with built-in corset and draped off-shoulder neckline Spring-Summer 1999
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2006 “The Widows of Culloden” Tartan Layered Blazer
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2006 “The Widows of Culloden” Tartan Layered Blazer Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Autumn / Winter 2006 “The Widows of Culloden” Design...
CHLOE white leather MILK SALLY MEDIUM Shoulder Bag
By Chloé
Located in Zürich, CH
Chloé 'Sally Medium' shoulder bag in Milk (cream) grained calfskin featuring gold-tone hardware. Opens with a turn lock and has highlighted borders in gold-tone hardware. Intertwined...
$9,920
H 7.9 in W 17.7 in L 4.3 in
Chanel Shopping XL Quilted Jumbo Vintage 90's Runway Tote Black Calfskin Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Shopping XL Quilted Jumbo Vintage 90's Runway Tote Black Calfskin Bag W 17.7 x H 7.9 x D 4.3 " Handle Drop. 11.8 " Similar bag from the same collection (slightly smaller and...
Hermes Kelly Sellier 25 Bag Bai Brun Ecru Toile H Swift and Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
The Hermès Kelly 25 in Bai Brun and Toile offers a refined interpretation of the classic silhouette through a combination of rich leather and textured canvas. This pairing introduces...
Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 2000 Fully Beaded Pants + Matching Beaded Bag It. 42 US 6
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Fully Beaded Women's Evening Pants with Matching Beaded Shoulder Bag S/S 2000 Collection Designer size 42 - US 6 100% Silk, Zebra Design, Fully Beaded in Black, Gr...
HERMES Craie white Epsom leather KELLY 28 SELLIER Bag Ghw
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès Kelly 28 Sellier bag in Craie (chalk white) Veau Epsom leather with gold-plated hardware. Features a refined, structured Sellier silhouette with crisp edges and...
$8,774
Size: FR 38 - UK 10 - US 6
Vivienne Westwood brown tartan wool and velvet mini skirt suit, fw 1997
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Vivienne Westwood brown tartan wool and velvet suit comprising: blazer jacket with leg of mutton sleeve, gold orb button fastenings at the back and velvet bodice, and matching mini s...
Gianni Versace Vintage Embellished Knit Black Top
By Gianni Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Gianni Versace Vintage Embellished Knit Black Top IT 40
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.
Ever since we’ve needed an accessory to carry our personal items when we’re on the go, shoulder bags have proven indispensable. Today, vintage and designer shoulder bags are such a treasured part of fashion history that they even get their own museum exhibitions. And while lovers of luxury handbags and purses are savvier now and have a wider range of shopping options, classics created by brands such as Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.
Prior to bags becoming an essential piece of any ensemble for any gender, women wore pockets strung on ribbons as garments that were separate from their gowns, accessible by openings in the fabric. Small handbags and handheld purses were developed before the accessory gained importance as functional and fashionable. Most had more in common with wallets than anything else.
While the bags of the 16th century warranted ornament, such as exteriors embroidered with silver-gilt thread and beads, it wasn’t until the late 18th century and early 19th century that the design and craft of bags had really broadened. Handheld purses were finished with details that were meant to garner attention, and bags were fitted with shoulder straps. A stylish shoulder bag meant that women could tote jewelry, cash and perhaps a decorative snuff box full of tobacco to an evening ball across town.
The early 1900s saw the introduction of gold and silver minaudières. The patenting of these compact bejeweled clutches has been attributed to revered French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels, and today they remain a fashion favorite. One of Judith Leiber’s innovative minaudières even earned a role in the movie Sex and the City.
A luxury shoulder bag is a work of art with a long, fascinating origin story, and entire brands and fashion lines have emerged around creating the perfect versions of shoulder bags and top-handle bags. For example, the iconic Hermès Kelly bag, which was popularized by actress Grace Kelly, is a widely coveted, collected and often faked entry from the handbag hall of fame. And while vintage Gucci tote bags have their own dedicated fan base, collectors are likely familiar with the Dionysus, a pared-down Gucci shoulder bag that manages to make a substantial statement anyway.
Embrace a classic look with a vintage shoulder bag designed by Chanel, Givenchy or Fendi — find yours on 1stDibs today.
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.