Hermes Silky City Bag Printed Silk and Leather PM
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This is an authentic Hermès Silk City 33 bag from the year 2011! The body of the bag is featured in a ultra soft silk material complimented by a white leather strap.
Hermès NIB Faubourg City Silk Scarf
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès new in box Faubourg City grey silk scarf. 70cm size.
Hermès Fuchsia Silk City Tiger Royal Shoulder Bag
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Hermès Silk City Tiger Royal Shoulder Bag- Pristine Condition, appearing never carried Collectible and rare style in brilliant shades of fuchsia, purple, gold and orange.
Hermes Tiger Silk City Bag
By Hermès
Located in Athens, GA
Hermes Tiger Silk City Bag. Beautiful silk and leather crossbody and shoulder bag by Hermes.
Hermes Blue and White Silk "Regarde Paris" City Print Scarf
By Hermès
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Hermes blue and white silk scarf features an etched print of Paris with different hues of blue. The scarf also has a white geometric overlay print. It It is in excellent condi...
Hermes Silky City PM Della Cavalleria Silk Leather Tote Shoulder Bag 2015
By Hermès
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Accessories Pouch Size Width: 33cm, Height: 33cm Designer HERMES Model Silky City PM Exterior Material Silk Exterior Color Multicolor Interior Material Silk Interior Color Red Hard...
HERMÈS - Rare Silk City shoulder bag with iconic Tigre Royal motif
By Hermès
Located in Padova, IT
CORRADO LUXURY EXCLUSIVE HERMÈS COLLECTIONS - Rara borsa a tracolla in seta doppiata e finiture in pelle Barenia con pochette abbinata. Il motivo è quello iconico del Carrè "Tigre Ro...
Hermes Silky City 33 Vif Argent Orange Silk Leather White Bag PHW
By Hermès
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Accessories: No Accessories size: Width:33cm,height:32.5cm Designer: Hermes Model: Silky City 33 Exterior Material: Leather&Silk Exterior Color: Multicolor Interior Material:...
Hermès Green "Silky City-Kelly En Perles" Silk PM Messenger Bag circa 2011
By Dimitri Rybaltchenko, Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Hermès Green "Silky City-Kelly En Perles" Silk PM Messenger Bag from circa 2011 is a luxurious and versatile accessory that exemplifies Hermès’ exquisite craftsmanship and timeless e...
New Hermes Silk Barenia Leather Tiger Bag
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
HERMES 'Silky City' silk Bag in pink and green tiger print and barenia leather.
Hermes Pantin City Scarf 90 Blanc Noir Blue Silk Twill
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Pantin City silk twill scarf. Featured in Blanc, Bleu and Noir colorway.
Hermes Blue Silk and White Leather Tote
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
HERMES 'Silky City' silk Bag in blue and grey silk and white leather Calfskin with white stitching.
Hermès “Brides de Gala” silk city bag
By Hermès
Located in Rome, IT
The bag is crafted of fine silk material and leather strap. There is a bautiful purse inside and also a little mirror. Height: 40 cm 15.74 in Width: 38 cm 14.96 in Depth: 1 cm 0.39 i...
Hermes Silky City Printed Silk and Leather PM
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Hermes Silky City Printed Silk and Leather PM mixes a playful, understated, luxurious style perfect for everyday.
Hermes Silky City Handbag Printed Silk And Leather PM
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This Hermes Silky City Handbag Printed Silk and Leather PM, crafted from Multicolor Silk and Fauve Barenia leather, features an adjustable strap and palladium hardware.
Hermes Silky City Handbag Printed Silk and Leather GM
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This Hermes Silky City Handbag Printed Silk and Leather GM, crafted in Fauve Barenia leather and Multicolor Silk, features an adjustable looping shoulder strap, Brides de Gala print,...
Hermes Silky City Handbag Printed Silk and Leather GM
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This Hermes Silky City Handbag Printed Silk and Leather GM, crafted in Fauve Barenia leather and Multicolor Silk, features an adjustable looping shoulder strap, Tigre Royal print, in...
Hermes Silky City Handbag Printed Silk and Leather GM
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This Hermes Silky City Handbag Printed Silk and Leather GM, crafted in multicolor printed & Fauve silk, features an adjustable looping shoulder strap, convenient inside pouch, and pa...
Hermes Silky City Bag Printed Silk and Leather GM
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Clochette, Pochette Measurements: Height 15.5", Width 15", Depth 0.5", Strap Drop 16-21" Designer: Hermes Model: Silky City Bag Printed Silk and Leather GM Exterior Mate...
Hermes Silky City Bag Printed Silk and Leather PM
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Clochette, Dust Bag, Pochette Measurements: Height 13", Width 13", Depth 0.5", Strap Drop 11-21" Designer: Hermes Model: Silky City Bag Printed Silk and Leather PM Exter...
Hermes Silky City Bag Printed Silk and Leather PM
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Pochette, Clochette, Dust Bag Measurements: Height 13.5", Width 13", Depth 0.5", Strap Drop 12-21" Designer: Hermes Model: Silky City Bag Printed Silk and Leather PM Ext...
Hermes Silky City Bag Printed Silk and Leather PM
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Pochette, Clochette Measurements: Height 13", Width 13", Depth 1", Strap Drop 11-21" Designer: Hermes Model: Silky City Bag Printed Silk and Leather PM Exterior Material...
Hermes Silky City Bag Printed Silk and Leather PM
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Clochette, Pochette Measurements: Height 13", Width 13", Depth 1", Strap Drop 13-20" Designer: Hermes Model: Silky City Bag Printed Silk and Leather PM Exterior Material...
Hermes Silky City Bag Printed Silk and Leather PM
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Clochette, Pochette Measurements: Height 13", Width 12.5", Depth 1", Strap Drop 11-18" Designer: Hermes Model: Silky City Bag Printed Silk and Leather PM Exterior Materi...
Hermes Silky City Bag Printed Silk and Leather GM
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Pochette, Clochette Measurements: Height 15", Width 15", Depth 0.5", Strap Drop 13-20" Designer: Hermes Model: Silky City Bag Printed Silk and Leather GM Exterior Mater...
Hermes Silky City Bag Printed Silk and Leather PM
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Pochette, Clochette, Dust Bag Measurements: Height 12.5", Width 12.5", Depth 0.5", Strap Drop 11-21" Designer: Hermes Model: Silky City Bag Printed Silk and Leather PM E...
Hermes Silky City Bag Printed Silk and Leather PM
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Pochette, Clochette Measurements: Height 13", Width 12.5", Depth 1", Strap Drop 11-21" Designer: Hermes Model: Silky City Bag Printed Silk and Leather PM Exterior Materi...
Hermes Silky City Bag Printed Silk and Leather PM
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Clochette Measurements: Height 13", Width 13", Depth 0.5", Strap Drop 13-21" Designer: Hermes Model: Silky City Bag Printed Silk and Leather PM Exterior Material: Leathe...
Hermes Silky City Bag Printed Silk and Leather GM
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Dust Bag, Pochette Measurements: Height 15.5", Width 15.5", Depth 0.5", Strap Drop 11.5-18.5" Designer: Hermes Model: Silky City Bag Printed Silk and Leather GM Exterior...
Hermes Silky City Bag Printed Silk and Leather PM
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Pochette, Clochette Measurements: Height 13", Width 13", Depth 1", Strap Drop 13-20" Designer: Hermes Model: Silky City Bag Printed Silk and Leather PM Exterior Material...
Hermes Silky City Handbag Printed Silk and Leather PM
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Hermes Silky City Handbag Printed Silk and Leather PM mix a playful, understated, luxurious style perfect for every day.
Hermes Silky City Bag Printed Silk and Leather PM
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Pochette, Clochette Measurements: Height 13", Width 12.5", Depth 1", Strap Drop 11-21" Designer: Hermes Model: Silky City Bag Printed Silk and Leather PM Exterior Materi...
Hermes Silky City Bag Printed Silk and Leather GM
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Pochette, Clochette Measurements: Height 16", Width 15", Depth 0.5", Strap Drop 13-20" Designer: Hermes Model: Silky City Bag Printed Silk and Leather GM Exterior Materi...
Hermes Silky City Bag Printed Silk and Leather PM
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Box, Clochette, Pochette, Dust Bag Measurements: Height 13", Width 13", Depth 0.5", Strap Drop 12.5-19.5" Designer: Hermes Model: Silky City Bag Printed Silk and Leather...
Hermes Silky City Bag Printed Silk and Leather PM
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Pochette, Clochette Measurements: Height 13", Width 13", Depth 1", Strap Drop 11-21" Designer: Hermes Model: Silky City Bag Printed Silk and Leather PM Exterior Material...
Hermes Silky City Bag Printed Silk and Leather PM
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Pochette, Dust Bag, Clochette Measurements: Height 13", Width 13", Depth 1", Strap Drop 11-21" Designer: Hermes Model: Silky City Bag Printed Silk and Leather PM Exteri...
Hermes Silky City Handbag Printed Silk And Leather PM
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Pochette, Clochette Measurements: Height 13", Width 12.5", Depth 1", Strap Drop 12-19" Designer: Hermes Model: Silky City Handbag Printed Silk and Leather PM Exterior Ma...
Hermes Terre/Fauve Silk Kelly En Perles Silky City Bag
By Hermès
Located in Westhampton Beach, NY
Hermes Terre/Fauve Silk Kelly En Perles Silky City Bag with Palladium hardware is made of silky fabric which can be folded over and worn as a clutch or crossbody Comes with a matchin...
Hermès Yellow Brides de Gala Silk and Leather MM Silky City Bag
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
It was first envisioned by Hugh Grygkar in 1957 and proved to be a best seller for Hermès, being re-edited many times. This Silky City bag features the same design and is made from l...
Hermès Yellow Brides de Gala Silk and Leather MM Silky City Bag
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
It was first envisioned by Hugh Grygkar in 1957 and proved to be a best seller for Hermès, being re-edited many times. This Silky City bag features the same design and is made from l...
Hermes Silky City Bag Printed Silk and Leather GM
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Accessories: Pochette, Clochette, Dust Bag Measurements: Height 16", Width 15.5", Depth 1", Strap Drop 16-21" Designer: Hermes Model: Silky City Bag Printed Silk and Leather GM Exte...
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H 15.75 in L 14.97 in
HERMES 'Silky City' Silk Bag in Multicolored Silk and Gold Barénia Calfskin
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
HERMES 'Silky City' silk Bag in multicolored silk with predominantly orange color and Gold Barénia Calfskin with white stitching.
Hermès XXL Heeboo Handbag Toile
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès Heeboo Handbag Toile XXL in excellent condition. The bag has a adjustable and detachable shoulder strap which measures 16 inches. It comes with the clochette, tirette, lock an...
Hermès Gavroche Scarf "Madame Cuir"
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Hermès Scarf "Madame Cuir". 17in x 17in. The Hermès "Madame Cuir" scarf, designed by Pierre Marie and first issued in 2011. In excellent condition.
Hermes Mini Herbag 20 in Ecru Ebene handbag
By Hermès
Located in London, England
Hermes Mini Herbag 20 in Ecru Ebene handbag. This Hermes Herbag Mini blends Ecru Beige Toile H canvas with Ebene Vache Hunter leather, elegantly accented by Hermes Herbag gold hardwa...
Hermès NIB Mystère Au 24 Silk Scarf
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès Mystère au 24 Scarf 90 in silk twill with hand-rolled edges, featuring an intricate illustrative interior scene designed by Jonathan Burton. Brand new with original box.
Hermès NIB "Jour de Casting" Scarf
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès "Jour de Casting" scarf, silk with hand-rolled edges (100% silk). The 70 scarf is modern and effortless, with its versatile, creative, and playful ways of wearing. Designed by...
Hermès "Rendez-Vous Galant" Scarf 70 NB
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Hermès "Rendez-Vous Galant" Scarf 70 in 100% silk with hand-rolled edges. Designed by Ugo Bienvenu. Comes with ribbon and box. Brand new .
Hermès Limited Edition Constance 18cm Marble Silk PHW
By Hermès
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A limited edition Hermès Constance 18cm bag. The bag features a rare technique that creates exceptional colours in the silk Orbis design. The exterior of this Constance features tona...
Printed top handle bag VERSACE JEANS
By Versace Jeans Couture
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Printed top handle bag. Main fabric composition: 100% polyester coated with resin. Branded Lining: 100% polyester SIZE : 29cm X 18cm X 17cm Handle lenght : 34cm Zip closure on the t...
Hermès Qu' Importe Le Flaçon Silk Scarf
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès silk twill Qu' Importe Le Flacon scarf. Hand rolled edges. Minor wear and staining. Does not include box.
Hermès NIB "Jour de Casting" Scarf
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès "Jour de Casting" scarf, silk with hand-rolled edges (100% silk). The 70cm scarf is modern and effortless, with its versatile, creative, and playful ways of wearing. Designed ...
Hermès NIB "Jour De Casting" Scarf
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès "Jour De Casting" silk scarf in Bleu Jean, Caban, and Marron. This 100% silk scarf features various dogs portraits. Comes with ribbon and original box.
Hermès BNIB Multicolor Silk Scarf
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès brand new multicolor pattern silk scarf. Hand rolled edges. Comes with original box.
Hermès BNIB Le Marche Du Zambeze Scarf
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès new Le Marche Du Zambeze silk scarf. Hand rolled edges. Comes with original box.
Hermes Geometric Multicolor Silk Scarf
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermes multicolor geometric silk scarf. Hand rolled edges. No box included.
Abstract printed nylon bag with leather edge Roberto Cavalli Freedom
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Abstract printed nylon bag with leather edge. Zip closure on the top. Branded snap to keep the 2 handles together. Branded nylon lining. One pocket with zip inside. Authenticity holo...
Hermès "Carre Libre" Silk Scarf NIB
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Hermès "Carre Libre" 100% silk scarf with hand-rolled edges. Designed by Baptiste Virot Comes with ribbon and box.
$2,250Sale Price|40% Off
New Gucci Nouveau Python Fringe Bamboo Runway Clutch Bag in Red $3750
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Brand New With Tags $3750 A Rare Find New Hand Stitched Stunning Red Python Bamboo Python Accent Leather Lining & Dual Zippered Interior Pockets Magnetic Closure at Front I...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Pink Silk Flower Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful blush pink silk dress with green and bright pink flowers by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It has ruched straps forming a front V, the skirt falls in gentle folds to ...
$1,411Sale Price|20% Off
Gucci Horsebit 1955 Chain Large Shoulder Bag Black Monogram with Pink Silk
By Gucci
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Gucci Horsebit 1955 Chain Large Shoulder Bag Black Monogram with Pink Silk Make a statement with this large Tom Ford era iconic Gucci Horsebit 1955 Chain shoulderbag. Crafted f...
Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful stretch silk leopard print dress from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice has adjustable straps, functional and adjustable side lacing through to the hips plus rows of top st...
Hermes Picotin Lock Eclat 22 Tote Bag Deep Blue Anemone Clemence Palladium
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Picotin Eclat Lock 22 tote bag in Deep Blue with Anemone. The bag is Deep Blue with the interior of the handles in Anemone. The interior of the handle is ...
Christian Dior by J. Galliano Black Nylon Malice Bag
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Paris, FR
Christian Dior by J. Galliano black nylon "Malice" tote bag featuring a shiny nylon finishing, black shiny beads handle, a front signature "Dior" metallic logo plaque, inside logo p...
$2,280Sale Price|20% Off
New With Tags Salvatore Ferragamo Gancini Leather Monogram Duffle Bag $2850
By Salvatore Ferragamo
Located in Conroe, TX
Salvatore Ferragamo Brand New With Tags $2850 Charcoal and black leather and acetate Salvatore Ferragamo Gancini Duffle Bag Zips across the top from both sides Dual Flat Logo Handles...
Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford YSL Leopard Print Silk Chiffon Corset Style Top
By Tom Ford, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy YVES SAINT LAURENT by TOM FORD signature leopard print silk chiffon semi sheer shirt blouse! YSL has always known how to really do a good leopard print, and this incredible beau...
Hattie Carnegie 1950s Silk Color Block Skirt
By Hattie Carnegie, Hattie Carnegie
Located in Water Mill, NY
A colorful silk patchwork skirt in greens, blues, and pinks. The skirt is comprised of row of squares sewn creating a diagonal pattern of same colors. It has a small waistband, a ha...
Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent S/S 2002 Safari Collection Leopard Silk Top F 38
By Tom Ford, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Leopard Silk Top Blouse Fr. size - 38 S/S 2002 Collection 100% Sheer Silk, Leopard Print, Front Zip Closure Attached Ruffled Tie, Long Raglan Sleeves....
Hermès Portefeuille pochette 2010 Kelly Black Epsom Leather Wallet Clutch Hermes
By Hermès
Located in PARIS, FR
Hermès Kelly model wallet in black leather (Epsom) and silver metal (palladium), 2 large interior compartments separated by a zipped coin purse with pull tab in the Kelly padlock mot...
$5,690
H 7.09 in D 1.97 in L 6.3 in
Hermès Evelyne 16 Gold Brown Leather Crossbody Bag with GHW, Unisex
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
- Gold brown - Evelyne 16 - Gold-tone hardware - Signature perforated H logo - Press-stud fastening - Main compartment - Internal logo stamp - Comes with detachable canvas shoulder ...
CHANEL pink 2018 18S RIBBON DETAILED KNIT TWEED CLASSIC MINI FLAP Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel Classic Mini flap bag is crafted from pale pink and silver lurex knit tweed with ribbon detailing in fuchsia, coral, and white. It features a silver-tone d...
HERMES Orange Mecano Fauve Toile & Hunter leather HERBAG ZIP 31 RETROUNE Bag
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Hermès Herbag Zip 31 Retourné bag is crafted in Orange Mécano Toile Militaire canvas with Fauve Vache Hunter leather trims and gold-tone hardware. The structured ...
Valentino Haute Couture Floral Print Silk Chiffon Blouse & Skirt Ensemble
By Valentino
Located in Studio City, CA
1970's Valentino haute couture floral print silk chiffon blouse with flounced sleeves and skirt ensemble. Skirt wraps at the waist band and ties at the front with pink silk cords. In...
Bottega Veneta Cabat Tote Intreccio Leather Light Brown Beige 42cm
By Bottega Veneta
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Discover the sophisticated luxury of the Bottega Veneta Cabat Intreccio Leather Tote Bag. Revel in its stylish cult design, handcrafted in a luxurious calfskin leather with the signa...
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.