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Hermes Leather Bag Straps

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

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

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

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

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1990s French Wallets and Small Accessories

HERMES blue Nuit Epsom leather VERROU 21 STRAP Shoulder Bag
HERMES blue Nuit Epsom leather VERROU 21 STRAP Shoulder Bag

HERMES blue Nuit Epsom leather VERROU 21 STRAP Shoulder Bag

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Hermès Verrou 21 large shoulder bag in Bleu Nuit Veau Epsom (calfskin) featuring

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Hermes Vintage Tan Leather Shoulder Strap for Kelly Bag 33 cm
Hermes Vintage Tan Leather Shoulder Strap for Kelly Bag 33 cm

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

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2010s French Bucket Bags and Drawstring Bags

HERMES Vertigo Epsom leather MINI KELLY SELLIER Bag CORDAGE 50 Strap
HERMES Vertigo Epsom leather MINI KELLY SELLIER Bag CORDAGE 50 Strap

HERMES Vertigo Epsom leather MINI KELLY SELLIER Bag CORDAGE 50 Strap

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Hermès Mini Kelly 20 Sellier bag in striking Vert Vertigo Veau Epsom leather, paired

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Kelly Pocket Bag Strap Swift Epsom Terre Battue Capucine Red Orange Leather
Kelly Pocket Bag Strap Swift Epsom Terre Battue Capucine Red Orange Leather

Kelly Pocket Bag Strap Swift Epsom Terre Battue Capucine Red Orange Leather

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

- Orange Red Exterior  - Hook closure - Comes with box Condition: The strap is in overall great

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

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Hermès Blue Canvas Leather Trim Bag Strap
Hermès Blue Canvas Leather Trim Bag Strap

Hermès Blue Canvas Leather Trim Bag Strap

By Hermès

Located in London, GB

CONDITION is Never worn. No visible wear to the bag strap is evident on this new Hermès designer

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21st Century and Contemporary British Miscellaneous

1995 Hermès Bolide 31 Gold Leather Bag with strap
1995 Hermès Bolide 31 Gold Leather Bag with strap

1995 Hermès Bolide 31 Gold Leather Bag with strap

By Hermès

Located in PARIS, FR

Hermès Bolide model bag, size 31, in Courchevel style grained leather in camel or gold color

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1990s French Shoulder Bags

Hermes Blue Canvas Leather Shoulder Strap for Evelyn Bag
Hermes Blue Canvas Leather Shoulder Strap for Evelyn Bag

Hermes Blue Canvas Leather Shoulder Strap for Evelyn Bag

By Hermès

Located in Rome, Rome

Hermes Blue Canvas Shoulder Strap for Evelyn Bag. Smooth leather. Gold metal hardware. 'HERMES

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21st Century and Contemporary French Wallets and Small Accessories

HERMES 32CM Graphite Grey Box Leather Kelly Bag W/Strap
HERMES 32CM Graphite Grey Box Leather Kelly Bag W/Strap

HERMES 32CM Graphite Grey Box Leather Kelly Bag W/Strap

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Hermes 32CM Graphite Grey Box Leather Kelly Bag W/Strap Age: c. 2002 Made in France

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Hermes Mauve/ Chai Swift & Epsom Leather Pocket Kelly Bag Strap
Hermes Mauve/ Chai Swift & Epsom Leather Pocket Kelly Bag Strap

Hermes Mauve/ Chai Swift & Epsom Leather Pocket Kelly Bag Strap

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Hermes Mauve/ Chai Swift & Epsom Leather Pocket Kelly Bag Strap Made In: France Year of Production

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21st Century and Contemporary French Wallets and Small Accessories

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

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

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Hermès shoulder strap for your Kelly or Evelyne bag in white canvas and Parchemin

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1990s French Wallets and Small Accessories

Hermes Tan Epsom Leather 25cm Mini Bolide Bag With Strap
Hermes Tan Epsom Leather 25cm Mini Bolide Bag With Strap

Hermes Tan Epsom Leather 25cm Mini Bolide Bag With Strap

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Can be carried by the rolled leather top handles or the detachable shoulder strap. Five goldtone

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21st Century and Contemporary French Handbags and Purses

Hermes Vintage Black Leather Shoulder Strap for Kelly Bag 35 cm
Hermes Vintage Black Leather Shoulder Strap for Kelly Bag 35 cm

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

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2010s French Bucket Bags and Drawstring Bags

HERMÈS Black Leather Crossbody Bag with Silver Buckle and Adjustable Strap
HERMÈS Black Leather Crossbody Bag with Silver Buckle and Adjustable Strap

HERMÈS Black Leather Crossbody Bag with Silver Buckle and Adjustable Strap

By Hermès

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Hermès black leather crossbody bag with silver buckle and adjustable strap. This crossbody bag is

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1970s French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Hermes Vintage 1994 Beige Leather Bolide 35 Satchel Bag with Strap
Hermes Vintage 1994 Beige Leather Bolide 35 Satchel Bag with Strap

Hermes Vintage 1994 Beige Leather Bolide 35 Satchel Bag with Strap

By Hermès

Located in Rome, Rome

Sophisticated and timeless Hermes BOLIDE BAG crafted in beige leather (Chamonix leather in Cognac

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Late 20th Century French Top Handle Bags

HERMES Sangle 40 orange navy woven leather gold hardware bag strap
HERMES Sangle 40 orange navy woven leather gold hardware bag strap

HERMES Sangle 40 orange navy woven leather gold hardware bag strap

By Hermès

Located in Hong Kong, NT

HERMES Sangle 40 orange navy woven leather gold hardware bag strap Reference: AAWC/A01188 Brand

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21st Century and Contemporary French Novelty Bags

Hermes Vintage 1992 Red Leather Bolide 35 Satchel Bag with Strap
Hermes Vintage 1992 Red Leather Bolide 35 Satchel Bag with Strap

Hermes Vintage 1992 Red Leather Bolide 35 Satchel Bag with Strap

By Hermès

Located in Rome, Rome

Sophisticated and timeless Hermes BOLIDE BAG crafted in red leather from the 1992 (blind stamp is

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20th Century French Top Handle Bags

HERMES Sangle 25 brown white woven leather silver hardware bag strap
HERMES Sangle 25 brown white woven leather silver hardware bag strap

HERMES Sangle 25 brown white woven leather silver hardware bag strap

By Hermès

Located in Hong Kong, NT

HERMES Sangle 25 brown white woven leather silver hardware bag strap Reference: AAWC/A01187 Brand

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21st Century and Contemporary French Novelty Bags

HERMES Sangle 25 blue brown woven leather gold hardware bag strap
HERMES Sangle 25 blue brown woven leather gold hardware bag strap

HERMES Sangle 25 blue brown woven leather gold hardware bag strap

By Hermès

Located in Hong Kong, NT

HERMES Sangle 25 blue brown woven leather gold hardware bag strap Reference: AAWC/A01186 Brand

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2010s French Tech Accessories and Cases

HERMES Sangle 50 blue canvas leather silver hardware wide bag strap
HERMES Sangle 50 blue canvas leather silver hardware wide bag strap

HERMES Sangle 50 blue canvas leather silver hardware wide bag strap

By Hermès

Located in Hong Kong, NT

HERMES Sangle 50 blue canvas leather silver hardware wide bag strap Reference: AAWC/A01182 Brand

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21st Century and Contemporary French Novelty Bags

HERMES Gold (camel) Togo leather SANGLE KELLY/BOLIDE 25mm Bag Strap
HERMES Gold (camel) Togo leather SANGLE KELLY/BOLIDE 25mm Bag Strap

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

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21st Century and Contemporary French Wallets and Small Accessories

HERMES Noir black Box leather & canvas SANGLE KELLY 50mm Bag Strap
HERMES Noir black Box leather & canvas SANGLE KELLY 50mm Bag Strap

HERMES Noir black Box leather & canvas SANGLE KELLY 50mm Bag Strap

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Hermès shoulder strap for your Kelly or Evelyne bag in faded black canvas and black

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1990s French Wallets and Small Accessories

2018 Hermès Black, Lime & Malachite Epsom Leather Tressage 40mm Bag Strap
2018 Hermès Black, Lime & Malachite Epsom Leather Tressage 40mm Bag Strap

2018 Hermès Black, Lime & Malachite Epsom Leather Tressage 40mm Bag Strap

By Hermès

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

HERMÈS Black, Lime & Malachite Epsom Leather Tressage 40mm Bag Strap Xupes Reference: SKHB015

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21st Century and Contemporary French Wallets and Small Accessories

Hermes Orange Toile & Leather Garden Party PM Tote Bag with Strap
Hermes Orange Toile & Leather Garden Party PM Tote Bag with Strap

Hermes Orange Toile & Leather Garden Party PM Tote Bag with Strap

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Hermes Orange Toile Garden Party PM W/Strap (As Is Pen Mark) Age: c. 2005 Made in France

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21st Century and Contemporary French Tote Bags

Hermes 2004 Blue Jean Togo Leather 35cm Bolide Bag w. Strap
Hermes 2004 Blue Jean Togo Leather 35cm Bolide Bag w. Strap

Hermes 2004 Blue Jean Togo Leather 35cm Bolide Bag w. Strap

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

jean leather lining with interior patch pocket. Five protective feet at base. Stamped HERMES PARIS

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21st Century and Contemporary French Handbags and Purses

HERMES Chevre Leather Brown 32cm Rigid Kelly Bag with Strap GHW
HERMES Chevre Leather Brown 32cm Rigid Kelly Bag with Strap GHW

HERMES Chevre Leather Brown 32cm Rigid Kelly Bag with Strap GHW

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Hermes Brown Leather Kelly with Gold Hardware Age: 2003 Made In France Materials

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

HERMES Sangle 25 orange black woven leather gold hardware bag strap
HERMES Sangle 25 orange black woven leather gold hardware bag strap

HERMES Sangle 25 orange black woven leather gold hardware bag strap

By Hermès

Located in Hong Kong, NT

HERMES Sangle 50 black white diagonal stripes woven fabric gold hardware long strap Reference: AAWC

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21st Century and Contemporary French Novelty Bags

HERMES Sangle 25 brown white woven togo leather silver hardware bag strap
HERMES Sangle 25 brown white woven togo leather silver hardware bag strap

HERMES Sangle 25 brown white woven togo leather silver hardware bag strap

By Hermès

Located in Hong Kong, NT

HERMES Sangle 25 brown white woven togo leather silver hardware bag strap Reference: AAWC/A00935

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21st Century and Contemporary French Tech Accessories and Cases

Hermes 2010 Prune Swift Leather 32cm  Kelly Bag w. Strap & Gold Hardware
Hermes 2010 Prune Swift Leather 32cm  Kelly Bag w. Strap & Gold Hardware

Hermes 2010 Prune Swift Leather 32cm Kelly Bag w. Strap & Gold Hardware

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Hermes color is "Prune". Deep purple smooth Swift leather with goldtone hardware 32cm size

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

2018 Hermès  Bleu Indigo, Lime & Rose Extreme Leather Tressage 40mm Bag Strap
2018 Hermès  Bleu Indigo, Lime & Rose Extreme Leather Tressage 40mm Bag Strap

2018 Hermès Bleu Indigo, Lime & Rose Extreme Leather Tressage 40mm Bag Strap

By Hermès

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

HERMÈS Bleu Indigo, Lime & Rose Extreme Epsom Leather Tressage 40mm Bag Strap Xupes Reference

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21st Century and Contemporary French Wallets and Small Accessories

Hermès Kelly Bag Sellier Bi Matiere Toile Canvas Beige Leather Ghw 28 cm Strap
Hermès Kelly Bag Sellier Bi Matiere Toile Canvas Beige Leather Ghw 28 cm Strap

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

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1980s French Top Handle Bags

Hermès Bi-colour 28cm Box Leather Kelly Sellier Bag
Hermès Bi-colour 28cm Box Leather Kelly Sellier Bag

Hermès Bi-colour 28cm Box Leather Kelly Sellier Bag

By Hermès

Located in London, GB

item comes presented in its original Hermes dust bag, with detachable leather strap, lock and 2 keys in

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Hermes Orange Canvas & Leather Bag Strap for Kelly
Hermes Orange Canvas & Leather Bag Strap for Kelly

Hermes Orange Canvas & Leather Bag Strap for Kelly

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Hermes Orange Canvas & Leather Bag Strap Made In: France Color: Orange Materials: Leather and

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21st Century and Contemporary French Other

Hermes Toile Swift Leather 50mm Sangle Allegro Bag Strap
Hermes Toile Swift Leather 50mm Sangle Allegro Bag Strap

Hermes Toile Swift Leather 50mm Sangle Allegro Bag Strap

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Hermes Rose Confetti/ White/ Gold Toile Swift 50mm Sangle Allegro Bag Shoulder Strap Made In

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21st Century and Contemporary French Wallets and Small Accessories

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Located in New York, NY

Art deco lame floral patterned shawl with ivory silk fringe, 48 x 38 plus 22" fringe. Excellent condition w slight oxidation in center.

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Scarves

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Hermes Vintage Crocodile Miel Constance

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$17,999

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Hermes Vintage Crocodile Miel Constance

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermes classic and beautiful vintage crocodile miel constance bag. Pre stamp production. Crocodile leather is in excellent condition, metal front H has minor scuffs. Shoulder drop 8....

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20th Century French Shoulder Bags

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Hermes Mini Picnic Kelly 20 Rouge de Coeur Swift Osier Wicker Palladium Hardware

Hermes Mini Picnic Kelly 20 Rouge de Coeur Swift Osier Wicker Palladium Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Aventura, FL

This Hermes Mini Picnic Kelly, crafted in 2020, is a delightful fusion of traditional craftsmanship and whimsical design. This exquisite bag combines Rouge de Coeur Swift leather wit...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Shoulder Bags

Chanel 1994 Rare Vintage Mini Multi Six CC Logo Crossbody Lambskin Tote Bag
Chanel 1994 Rare Vintage Mini Multi Six CC Logo Crossbody Lambskin Tote Bag

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...

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1990s Italian Tote Bags

Gucci Off White Silk Shirtwaist Maxi Dress with Tie Belt
Gucci Off White Silk Shirtwaist Maxi Dress with Tie Belt

Gucci Off White Silk Shirtwaist Maxi Dress with Tie Belt

By Gucci

Located in Water Mill, NY

An incredible off white silk maxi shirtwaist style maxi dress from Gucci. It has a notched collar, 4 front flap patch pockets (2 chest, 2 hip) and a matching tie belt. There are Guc...

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Early 2000s Italian Maxi Dresses

Unusual Triple Kiss Lock Pebbled Leather Bag
Unusual Triple Kiss Lock Pebbled Leather Bag

Unusual Triple Kiss Lock Pebbled Leather Bag

Located in New York, NY

Charming and Unusual Triple Kiss Lock Pebbled Leather Bag in deep navy. Transformable chain handle to use as hand held or shoulder length. 2 side pouches are attached to a main compa...

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1960s American Novelty Bags

Hermès Mini Kelly Bag Sellier 20 cm Navy Blue Box Leather Gold Hdw
Hermès Mini Kelly Bag Sellier 20 cm Navy Blue Box Leather Gold Hdw

Hermès Mini Kelly Bag Sellier 20 cm Navy Blue Box Leather Gold Hdw

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Adorable and Cutest ever Authentic Hermès Mini Kelly Sellier Version, rigid, so chic ! Made in France Vintage item (Z in circle, 1996) Made of box leather and yellow gold plated ...

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1990s French Top Handle Bags

DOLCE & GABBANA 90's Vintage Gray Green Crystal Pencil Dress
DOLCE & GABBANA 90's Vintage Gray Green Crystal Pencil Dress

DOLCE & GABBANA 90's Vintage Gray Green Crystal Pencil Dress

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Dolce & Gabbana 1990's Vintage Gray/green hued dress Crystals on the straps and buttons No size tag, fits like an IT44 Medium/Large Lots of stretch Excellent Condition, no flaws Hat ...

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1990s Evening Dresses

RICHARD TYLER 90's/00 Vintage Black Scarf Cowl Neck Evening Gown Maxi Dress
RICHARD TYLER 90's/00 Vintage Black Scarf Cowl Neck Evening Gown Maxi Dress

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By Richard Tyler

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Richard Tyler Vintage 1990's / early 00's Jet black Oversized scarf that can be tucked in if desired Pullover Size IT42 Reminiscent of a John Galliano, this is a must have in my opin...

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1990s Evening Gowns

New Chloe Gold Sunglasses With Case & Box
New Chloe Gold Sunglasses With Case & Box

New Chloe Gold Sunglasses With Case & Box

By Chloé

Located in Conroe, TX

Chloe Sunglasses Brand New Bead Detail at Sides * Gold Frames * Graduated Lenses * Made in France * 100% UVA/UVB Protection * With Box, Case & Cleaning Clothing

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21st Century and Contemporary Sunglasses

Black crêpe satin asymmetrical evening dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
Black crêpe satin asymmetrical evening dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

Black crêpe satin asymmetrical evening dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Black crêpe satin ( the satin side of the fabric is inside) asymmetrical evening dress. Shoulder pad. Invisible zip and hook&eye closure on the middle back. Cut-work. SAMPLE. Side le...

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2010s Evening Dresses

Hermes Kelly Sellier 25 Bag Bai Brun Ecru Toile H Swift and Gold Hardware
Hermes Kelly Sellier 25 Bag Bai Brun Ecru Toile H Swift and Gold Hardware

Hermes Kelly Sellier 25 Bag Bai Brun Ecru Toile H Swift and Gold Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers a limited edition Hermès Kelly 25 Sellier bag featured in the highly sought after Bai Brun and Toile combination. This refined pairing blends rich saddle-inspired b...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

GUCCI black grained leather 1973 SMALL CROSSBODY Shoulder Bag
GUCCI black grained leather 1973 SMALL CROSSBODY Shoulder Bag

GUCCI black grained leather 1973 SMALL CROSSBODY Shoulder Bag

By Gucci

Located in Zürich, CH

This 100% authentic Gucci 1973 Small Chain shoulder bag in black grained leather is a timeless expression of the house’s heritage. Featuring the iconic 1973 interlocking G detail, it...

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2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags

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Located in Amsterdam, NL

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Vintage 1950's Lucite and Brass filigree box bag pearlescent lucite box bag

Vintage 1950's Lucite and Brass filigree box bag pearlescent lucite box bag

Located in Nashville, TN

Rendered in the most decadent pearlescent marbled lucite set off my gold toned filigree metal, this original 1950's lucite box bag, is sure to be a favourite in your handbag collecti...

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1950s Top Handle Bags

Gold jersey draped and wrapped bustier evening dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
Gold jersey draped and wrapped bustier evening dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

Gold jersey draped and wrapped bustier evening dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Gold jersey draped and wrapped bustier evening dress . Black cotton boned bustier with hook&eye closure on the middle back and gros-grain piping. Invisible zip closure on the middle ...

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2010s Evening Dresses

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Hermes Leather Bag Straps For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of hermes leather bag straps for sale on 1stDibs. For hermes leather bag straps, Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Brown, Beige, Blue and more in stock now. Finding the perfect accessories for you may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions of these were made as early as the 20th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. There aren’t many items for unisex if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for men and women.

How Much are Hermes Leather Bag Straps?

On average, hermes leather bag straps on 1stDibs sell for $4,925, while they’re typically $880 on the low end and $18,527 for the highest priced versions of these items.

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.