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New Hermes Kelly 28 Sellier Noir Black Epsom Gold Hardware
New Hermes Kelly 28 Sellier Noir Black Epsom Gold Hardware

New Hermes Kelly 28 Sellier Noir Black Epsom Gold Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

Measurements : 22cm High x 28cm Wide x 10cm Deep The Kelly bag came to success when it was first paparazzied on

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Hermès Noir Curiosite Kelly Laque Charm
Hermès Noir Curiosite Kelly Laque Charm

Hermès Noir Curiosite Kelly Laque Charm

By Hermès

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A chic Hermès Kelly Bag charm. The charm features a Curiosite Noir Laque Kelly motif with

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21st Century and Contemporary French Wallets and Small Accessories

Hermes Kelly Retourne Togo Leather 32cm Bag
Hermes Kelly Retourne Togo Leather 32cm Bag

Hermes Kelly Retourne Togo Leather 32cm Bag

By Hermès

Located in London, GB

Collectors Item - Hermes Kelly Retourne Togo Leather 32cm Bag True investment piece - Beautiful

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

New Hermes Kelly Depeches 25 Pouch Palladium Hardware
New Hermes Kelly Depeches 25 Pouch Palladium Hardware

New Hermes Kelly Depeches 25 Pouch Palladium Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

Depth: 4 cm The Kelly bag came to success when it was first paparazzied on the bumpy belly of Princess

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

New Hermes Kelly 20 Epsom Etoupe Gold Hardware
New Hermes Kelly 20 Epsom Etoupe Gold Hardware

New Hermes Kelly 20 Epsom Etoupe Gold Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

cm Depth: 6 cm The Kelly bag came to success when it was first paparazzied on the bumpy belly of

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

New Hermes Kelly 25 Togo Etoupe Palaldium Hardware
New Hermes Kelly 25 Togo Etoupe Palaldium Hardware

New Hermes Kelly 25 Togo Etoupe Palaldium Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

booklet). Height: 19 cm Width: 25 cm Depth: 9 cm The Kelly bag came to success when it was first

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Hermes Silver Breloque Dog Horse H Palladium Bag Charm for Birkin or Kelly
Hermes Silver Breloque Dog Horse H Palladium Bag Charm for Birkin or Kelly

Hermes Silver Breloque Dog Horse H Palladium Bag Charm for Birkin or Kelly

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Hermes Silver Breloque Dog Horse H Palladium Bag Charm for Birkin or Kelly Long discontinued and

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21st Century and Contemporary French Wallets and Small Accessories

New Hermes Kelly Birkin 25 Togo Etoupe Palladium Hardware
New Hermes Kelly Birkin 25 Togo Etoupe Palladium Hardware

New Hermes Kelly Birkin 25 Togo Etoupe Palladium Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

). Measurements: Height: 20 cm Width: 25 cm Depth: 13 cm The Kelly bag came to success when it was first

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

New Hermes Kelly Birkin 25 Togo Black Gold Hardware
New Hermes Kelly Birkin 25 Togo Black Gold Hardware

New Hermes Kelly Birkin 25 Togo Black Gold Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

). Measurements: Height: 20 cm Width: 25 cm Depth: 13 cm The Kelly bag came to success when it was first

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

New Hermes Kelly Birkin 30 Togo Black Gold Hardware
New Hermes Kelly Birkin 30 Togo Black Gold Hardware

New Hermes Kelly Birkin 30 Togo Black Gold Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

booklet). Height: 22 cm Width: 30 cm Depth: 16 cm The Kelly bag came to success when it was first

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

New Hermes Kelly 25 Graphite Madame VEAU Palladium Hardware
New Hermes Kelly 25 Graphite Madame VEAU Palladium Hardware

New Hermes Kelly 25 Graphite Madame VEAU Palladium Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

care booklet). Height: 19 cm Width: 25 cm Depth: 9 cm The Kelly bag came to success when it was

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Hermès Kelly 25 Sellier Black Epsom Leather Gold Hardware Handbag
Hermès Kelly 25 Sellier Black Epsom Leather Gold Hardware Handbag

Hermès Kelly 25 Sellier Black Epsom Leather Gold Hardware Handbag

By Hermès

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

). Height: 19 cm Width: 25 cm Depth: 9 cm The Kelly bag came to success when it was first paparazzied on

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

New Hermes Kelly 25 Depeches VEAU Togo Etoupe Palladium Hardware
New Hermes Kelly 25 Depeches VEAU Togo Etoupe Palladium Hardware

New Hermes Kelly 25 Depeches VEAU Togo Etoupe Palladium Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

sophisticated, modern reimagining of the classic Kelly aesthetic. Moving away from the traditional handle-bag

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Hermes Kelly 25 Sellier Bag Nata Palladium Hardware Epsom Leather
Hermes Kelly 25 Sellier Bag Nata Palladium Hardware Epsom Leather

Hermes Kelly 25 Sellier Bag Nata Palladium Hardware Epsom Leather

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers an Hermes Kelly Sellier 25 bag featured in neutral Nata. This beautiful colour

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Hermes Kelly Ltd Edition Ghillies Bag In Ostrich Skin
Hermes Kelly Ltd Edition Ghillies Bag In Ostrich Skin

Hermes Kelly Ltd Edition Ghillies Bag In Ostrich Skin

By Hermès

Located in London, GB

Collectors Item - Hermes Kelly Ltd Edition Ghillies Bag In Ostrich Skin  Very rare, limited

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Hermes Kelly Sellier 25 Blue Frida Bag Gold Hardware Epsom Leather
Hermes Kelly Sellier 25 Blue Frida Bag Gold Hardware Epsom Leather

Hermes Kelly Sellier 25 Blue Frida Bag Gold Hardware Epsom Leather

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers an exquisite Hermes Kelly 25 Sellier bag featured in richly saturated Bleu Frida

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Hermes Curiosite Kelly Laque Charm Black / Gold   Pendant  NEW
Hermes Curiosite Kelly Laque Charm Black / Gold   Pendant  NEW

Hermes Curiosite Kelly Laque Charm Black / Gold Pendant NEW

Located in New York, NY

Kelly Bag, the charm is beautifully detailed! Designed as a necklace pendant, and can also be worn tied

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21st Century and Contemporary Wallets and Small Accessories

Hermès Kelly 32 Purple Iris
Hermès Kelly 32 Purple Iris

Hermès Kelly 32 Purple Iris

By Hermès

Located in London, GB

Elevate your wardrobe with this classic PHW Kelly bag by Hermès. Crafted with Togo leather, this

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2010s Top Handle Bags

Hermes Kelly Twilly Bag Charm Fauve w/ Palladium Tadelakt Leather New w/Box
Hermes Kelly Twilly Bag Charm Fauve w/ Palladium Tadelakt Leather New w/Box

Hermes Kelly Twilly Bag Charm Fauve w/ Palladium Tadelakt Leather New w/Box

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers a limited edition Hermes Kelly Twilly Bag Charm featured in Fauve with signature

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21st Century and Contemporary French Wallets and Small Accessories

HERMES black Epsom leather MINI KELLY 20 SELLIER Bag Phw
HERMES black Epsom leather MINI KELLY 20 SELLIER Bag Phw

HERMES black Epsom leather MINI KELLY 20 SELLIER Bag Phw

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

This 100% authentic Hermès Mini Kelly 20 Sellier Bag in Noir is the epitome of timeless elegance

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Hermès Kelly 32 Pink Magnolia PHW
Hermès Kelly 32 Pink Magnolia PHW

Hermès Kelly 32 Pink Magnolia PHW

By Hermès

Located in London, GB

Elevate your wardrobe with this classic Kelly bag by Hermès. Adorned in a delicate pink magnolia

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Early 2000s European Top Handle Bags

HERMES Vert Criquet green Epsom & Swift SANGLE KELLY POCKET 50mm Bag Strap
HERMES Vert Criquet green Epsom & Swift SANGLE KELLY POCKET 50mm Bag Strap

HERMES Vert Criquet green Epsom & Swift SANGLE KELLY POCKET 50mm Bag Strap

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

This 100% authentic Hermès Kelly Pocket bag strap in Vert Criquet (pastel green) Veau Swift leather

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21st Century and Contemporary French Wallets and Small Accessories

Chanel 1998 Dark Brown Crocodile Micro Kelly Handbag
Chanel 1998 Dark Brown Crocodile Micro Kelly Handbag

Chanel 1998 Dark Brown Crocodile Micro Kelly Handbag

By Chanel

Located in San Francisco, CA

Chanel Micro Kelly Bag – 1998 Series 5 Dark brown crocodile with gold-tone CC turnlock. A

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1990s Top Handle Bags

Vintage Rare Chanel Mini Shopping Bag Kelly Pink Lambskin GHW
Vintage Rare Chanel Mini Shopping Bag Kelly Pink Lambskin GHW

Vintage Rare Chanel Mini Shopping Bag Kelly Pink Lambskin GHW

By Chanel

Located in Sewickley, PA

Chanel Mini Shopping Bag Kelly Pink Lambskin GHW comes with original dustbag and authenticity card

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1990s Top Handle Bags

HERMES Tie blue & Caban Swift leather QUELLE IDOLE KELLY DOLL Bag Phw
HERMES Tie blue & Caban Swift leather QUELLE IDOLE KELLY DOLL Bag Phw

HERMES Tie blue & Caban Swift leather QUELLE IDOLE KELLY DOLL Bag Phw

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Hermès Quelle Idole Kelly bag in Bleu Tié Veau Swift leather with contrasting Caban

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Hermès Black Box Leather Kelly 1996
Hermès Black Box Leather Kelly 1996

Hermès Black Box Leather Kelly 1996

By Hermès

Located in Palm Beach, FL

The 1998 Hermès Kelly bag in black Box leather is a timeless and iconic piece, exemplifying the

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1990s French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Hermes Kelly 20 Teddy Pluch Gris Caillou Grizzly Shearling
Hermes Kelly 20 Teddy Pluch Gris Caillou Grizzly Shearling

Hermes Kelly 20 Teddy Pluch Gris Caillou Grizzly Shearling

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

. This exquisite mini Kelly bag is available exclusively to select clientele, making it a rare and

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21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags

Hermés Kelly Sellier 25cm Rose Pourpre Epsom PHW
Hermés Kelly Sellier 25cm Rose Pourpre Epsom PHW

Hermés Kelly Sellier 25cm Rose Pourpre Epsom PHW

By Hermès

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A spectacular Hermès 25cm Kelly bag. The exterior of this Kelly features a Sellier style in Rose

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Hermés Kelly Sellier 25cm Vert Verone Veau Epsom GHW
Hermés Kelly Sellier 25cm Vert Verone Veau Epsom GHW

Hermés Kelly Sellier 25cm Vert Verone Veau Epsom GHW

By Hermès

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A gorgeous Hermès 25cm Kelly bag. The exterior of this Kelly features a Sellier style in Vert

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Auth. Hermes Scarf Magic Kelly - Black Gold - Mint With Care Tag
Auth. Hermes Scarf Magic Kelly - Black Gold - Mint With Care Tag

Auth. Hermes Scarf Magic Kelly - Black Gold - Mint With Care Tag

By Hermès

Located in Ottawa, CA

Rybaltchenko’s sparkling, pop-art love letter to the legendary Hermès Kelly bag: the bag appears centred as a

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2010s French Scarves

Hermes Kelly 25 Bag Rose Sakura Palladium Hardware Swift Leather
Hermes Kelly 25 Bag Rose Sakura Palladium Hardware Swift Leather

Hermes Kelly 25 Bag Rose Sakura Palladium Hardware Swift Leather

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

BITS The Kelly traces its origins to the Sac à dépêches, a structured bag introduced in the early 20th

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Hermes Palladium Plated Olga Chain Belt With Signature Charms
Hermes Palladium Plated Olga Chain Belt With Signature Charms

Hermes Palladium Plated Olga Chain Belt With Signature Charms

By Hermès

Located in London, GB

d’Ancre (Anchor Chain) - Kelly Bag - Clou de Selle (Saddle Stud) Medor Pyramid The belt has adjustable

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21st Century and Contemporary Belts

Hermes Kelly 35 Togo Leather Etain Retourne Palladium Hardware Bag
Hermes Kelly 35 Togo Leather Etain Retourne Palladium Hardware Bag

Hermes Kelly 35 Togo Leather Etain Retourne Palladium Hardware Bag

By Hermès

Located in Aventura, FL

Kelly bag from Hermes, designed in a gorgeous trapezoid shape and made with the most luxurious leathers

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21st Century and Contemporary American Shoulder Bags

Hermes Kelly 42 Sanguine Taurillon Clemence Leather Palladium Hardware
Hermes Kelly 42 Sanguine Taurillon Clemence Leather Palladium Hardware

Hermes Kelly 42 Sanguine Taurillon Clemence Leather Palladium Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Aventura, FL

craftsmanship and classic style. First designed by Robert Dumas, the Kelly bag is known and coveted around the

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21st Century and Contemporary American Shoulder Bags

Hermés Black Box Leather Jumping Boot
Hermés Black Box Leather Jumping Boot

Hermés Black Box Leather Jumping Boot

By Hermès

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

perfectly with your favorite Hermés blouse and Kelly bag!

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2010s Italian Shoes

Hermés Black Box Leather Jumping Boot
Hermés Black Box Leather Jumping Boot

Hermés Black Box Leather Jumping Boot

By Hermès

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

perfectly with your favorite Hermés blouse and Kelly bag!

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2010s Italian Shoes

Hermes Kelly 28 Rouge Grenat Epsom Leather Gold Hardware
Hermes Kelly 28 Rouge Grenat Epsom Leather Gold Hardware

Hermes Kelly 28 Rouge Grenat Epsom Leather Gold Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Aventura, FL

requires 20 hours of work. As is the case for other Hermes products, the Kelly bag is handmade by a unique

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21st Century and Contemporary American Shoulder Bags

Hermes Green "Carpe Diem" Sun Motif Silk Print Scarf circa 1990s
Hermes Green "Carpe Diem" Sun Motif Silk Print Scarf circa 1990s

Hermes Green "Carpe Diem" Sun Motif Silk Print Scarf circa 1990s

By Hermès

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

-end designer pieces such as a classic Chanel tweed blazer, a tailored Hermès Kelly bag, or a refined

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Late 20th Century French Scarves

Hermes HAC 40 Flag Limited Edition Haut a Courroies Birkin Bag
Hermes HAC 40 Flag Limited Edition Haut a Courroies Birkin Bag

Hermes HAC 40 Flag Limited Edition Haut a Courroies Birkin Bag

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

4.5" CONDITION: EXCELLENT ++ TIDS 'n BITS A predecessor of the famous Kelly bag, the Haut à

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21st Century and Contemporary French Duffel Bags and Carry-On Bags

Chanel Black Ruched & Belted Silk Jacket & Skirt Suit Set circa 2019
Chanel Black Ruched & Belted Silk Jacket & Skirt Suit Set circa 2019

Chanel Black Ruched & Belted Silk Jacket & Skirt Suit Set circa 2019

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

styled with high-end accessories such as a pair of Christian Louboutin pumps, a Hermès Kelly bag, or

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21st Century and Contemporary Skirt Suits

Hermes Gold Kelly 32 Bag
Hermes Gold Kelly 32 Bag

Hermes Gold Kelly 32 Bag

By Hermès

Located in Athens, GA

Hermes Gold Kelly 32 Bag. Good condition. Gold tan color with gold hardware. Epsom sellier leather

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Hermes Etain Kelly 25 Bag
Hermes Etain Kelly 25 Bag

Hermes Etain Kelly 25 Bag

By Hermès

Located in Athens, GA

Hermes Etain Kelly 25 Bag. Epsom sellier leather. Gold hardware. Excellent like new condition

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Hermes Gold Kelly 28 Bag
Hermes Gold Kelly 28 Bag

Hermes Gold Kelly 28 Bag

By Hermès

Located in Athens, GA

Hermes Gold Kelly 28 Bag. Gold tan color with gold hardware. Sellier Kelly has structure. White

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21st Century and Contemporary European Top Handle Bags

Hermes Kelly Navy Bag Strap
Hermes Kelly Navy Bag Strap

Hermes Kelly Navy Bag Strap

By Hermès

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Hermes Kelly Navy Bag Strap Gold hardware Length: 37" Unused, perfect condition

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2010s Wallets and Small Accessories

Hermes Orange Kelly 28 Bag
Hermes Orange Kelly 28 Bag

Hermes Orange Kelly 28 Bag

By Hermès

Located in Athens, GA

Hermes Orange Kelly 28 Bag. Classic orange color with silver palladium hardware. Interior clean

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21st Century and Contemporary European Top Handle Bags

Chanel Mini Kelly Shopping bag
Chanel Mini Kelly Shopping bag

Chanel Mini Kelly Shopping bag

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

This Chanel Mini Kelly Shopping Bag is made from shiny aged calfskin with a quilted design. It

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2010s Top Handle Bags

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Kelly Bag For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage or contemporary kelly bag you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Many people prefer Black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Brown, Blue and more options on these pages. Finding the perfect kelly bag may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions 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. An accessory like this designed by Hermès, Chanel and Gucci — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.

How Much is a Kelly Bag?

On average, a kelly bag on 1stDibs sells for $12,105, while they’re typically $184 on the low end and $499,925 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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 And Purses 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Both the Birkin and Kelly bags are luxurious handbags crafted by Hermès. The Birkin features two top handles in the style of a tote, while the Kelly bag features a single top handle and a shoulder strap for versatile carrying. Browse a collection of authentic Hermès Birkin and Kelly bags from top boutiques worldwide on 1stDibs.