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
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
$13,119
H 9.06 in W 12.6 in D 4.14 in
HERMÈS Kelly 32 Retourne Gold Courchevel Leather and Beige Canvas 1986
By Hermès
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Magnifique sac à main HERMÈS modèle Kelly 32 retourné, réalisé en cuir Courchevel Gold associé à
Hermes Kelly 32 Sellier Vintage Natural Leather and Canvas Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Hermes spa. DETAILS Brand: Hermes Kelly 32 Stamp: Stamp A Exterior Color: Brown / Beige Exterior
HERMES Bleu France Courchevel 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 Bleu France canvas and
Hermes Bag Kelly II sellier 32 Black Leather Canvas New in box
By Hermès
Located in PARIS, FR
Hermès Kelly II Sellier model bag, size 32, in black grained leather and natural-colored Hermès
Hermes Kelly 28 Sellier Beige/Sesame Canvas PHW
By Hermès
Located in Double Bay, AU
Condition: Excellent Used Condition - no scratches on hardware, canvas and leather intact Colour
Hermès Kelly 50 Voyage Amazonia Ebene Fjord Canvas PHW
By Hermès
Located in Antwerp, BE
Hermès Kelly 50 Voyage Amazonia Ebene Fjord Canvas Palladium Hardware Step up your travel
Hermes Special Strap Canvas Limited Edition for Kelly / Bolide
By Hermès
Located in Nicosia, CY
Band width 25 mm sangle cavale/swift 105 cm length Bleu Encre-Cuivre/Noir with palladium hardware New never worn
Rare Hermès Kelly 28 handbag in beige canvas and navy blue calf leather, GHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Rare Hermes Kelly 28 retourne handbag bi-material in navy blue leather box and beige canvas, gold
New Hermès Kelly 28 sellier handbag strap in beige canvas and gold leather, SHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Spectacular & Extremely rare Hermes Kelly 28 sellier handbag strap in Gold swift leather and beige
Hermes Kelly 35 Jaune Poussin Beige Box Calf Leather and Canvas Top Handle Bag
By Hermès
Located in Kowloon, HK
Color: Beige / Jaune Poussin (designer color) Material: Box Calf Leather and Canvas Condition
1968 Hermès Kelly 32 canvas and leather
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Incredible vintage Kelly 32 in beige canvas and black leather delivered in its original Hermès
Hermès Bag Toile Canvas Barenia Leather Kelly 35
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Beautiful Authentic Hermès Bag "KELLY" A must-have for any wardrobe ! Made in France Stamp 0 in
HERMES Orange Gulliver 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 orange canvas and Gulliver
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
1950s Hermes Tan Leather and Canvas Vintage Kelly Retourne 32
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"HERMES Tan Leather and Canvas Kelly Retourne 32 This HERMES Kelly Retourne 32 is in Fair Pre
Hermes Strap Canvas Amazon Zig Zag Limited Edition for Kelly / Bolide
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Hermes limited edition canvas Amazon Zig Zag Shoulder strap. Very difficult to
HERMES Vert Fonce 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 Vert Fonce (dark green
HERMES Natural (beige) Courchevel leather & canvas SANGLE KELLY 50mm Bag Strap
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès shoulder strap for the Kelly or Evelyne bag in brown canvas and leather. Has
HERMES Blanc white Gulliver 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 Blanc white canvas and
HERMES Chocolat brown Courchevel leather & canvas SANGLE KELLY 50mm Bag Strap
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès shoulder strap for the Kelly or Evelyne bag in Chocolat brown canvas and
HERMES Jaune yellow Courchevel 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 Jaune canvas and Courchevel
HERMES Vert Cru Gulliver 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 Vert Cru canvas and Gulliver
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
HERMES Bleu Indigo Courchevel 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 Bleu Indigo canvas and
HERMES Rouge Vif Courchevel 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 Rouge Vif canvas and
Hermès Kelly 35 Bleu Gacier Clemence sports canvas strap satchel bag
By Hermès
Located in Hong Kong, NT
Hermès Kelly 35 Bleu Gacier Clemence sports canvas strap satchel bag Reference: LNKO/A02392 Brand
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
Hermes Trousse Fourbi Bag 20 Naturel Canvas For Kelly Or Birkin NEW
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Authentic Hermes Fourbi Bag Canvas Barenia Leather For Kelly Birkin. Must have for every Kelly or
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H 9.45 in W 13.78 in D 4.73 in
2016 Hermès Vert Fonce Swift & Vert Anglais Ecru Canvas Riga Kelly 35cm Lakis
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
HERMÈS Vert Fonce Swift Leather & Vert Anglais Ecru Canvas Riga Kelly 35cm Lakis Reference: HB2693
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H 5.52 in W 3.94 in L 7.88 in
Extremely RARE HERMES Mini Kelly 20 cm Sellier Bag Canvas Gold Leather GHW
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Beautiful Authentic Hermes Bag "Mini Kelly" Sellier Version, Rigid, which makes it so
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H 8.27 in W 4.34 in L 11.42 in
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
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
HERMES Ebene brown 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 Ebene brown canvas and
HERMES light brown 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 light brown canvas and
HERMES Vert Courchevel 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 Vert green canvas and leather
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H 7.49 in W 3.94 in L 9.85 in
Authentic Hermes Fourbi Bag Canvas Barenia Leather For Kelly Birkin
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
AUTHENTIC HERMES BAG "FOURBI" This bag will keep clean the inside of your handbags and allows
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
HERMES Rouge H 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 Rouge H canvas and Box
HERMES Rouge H Box leather & Kaki canvas SANGLE KELLY 50mm Bag Strap
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès shoulder strap for your Kelly or Evelyne bag in Kaki canvas and Rouge H Box
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H 8.67 in W 4.73 in L 12.6 in
Authentic Hermes Kelly 32 Bag Sellier Bi Matiere Canvas Leather Gold Hdw
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
BEAUTIFUL AUTHENTIC HERMES BAG KELLY Sellier Version Made in France, stamp X in a circle
Hermes Kelly Bag 32cm Canvas with Black Gulliver Leather Trim Classic Vintage
By Hermès
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
is now known as The Kelly Bag and is made from black Gulliver Leather and canvas. With it's retourne
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H 8.27 in W 4.73 in L 11.42 in
Exceptional Hermes Kelly Sellier Bag Gold Leather Blue Jean Canvas Gold Hdw
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Gorgeous Authentic Hermes bag "KELLY" Absolutely fabulous in rigid "sellier" version Made
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H 9.06 in W 4.73 in L 12.6 in
Hermès Vintage Toile Canvas and Gold Leather Kelly 32 Bag Golden Hdw RARE
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Beautiful Authentic Hermès Bag "KELLY" A must-have for any wardrobe ! Made in France Stamp A in
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H 8.27 in W 4.73 in L 11.23 in
Hermes Kelly 28 Sellier Bag Toile Canvas Courchevel Epsom Navy Blue Leather GHW
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Gorgeous Authentic HERMES Bag "KELLY" Sellier Version (Rigid) Made in France Stamp B in square
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H 8.67 in W 4.73 in L 12.8 in
Hermes Kelly 32 Sellier Bag Bi Matiere Green Canvas Cognac Leather GHW Rare
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Very rare colorway for an Authentic Hermes Handbag "KELLY" Sellier version (stitching
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H 9.45 in W 13.78 in D 4.73 in
2016 Hermès Vert Fonce Swift Leather & Vert Anglais Ecru Canvas Riga Kelly 35cm
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
HERMÈS Vert Fonce Swift Leather & Vert Anglais Ecru Canvas Riga Kelly 35cm Lakis Reference: HB2465
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H 8.27 in W 4.73 in L 11.03 in
Hermes Kelly 28 Bag Painted Canvas Toile Brown Box Leather GHW Unique Piece
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Be different with this gorgeous and authentic Hermes Bag "KELLY" Handbag Made in France
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
Hermes Vintage Canvas and Leather Kelly Bag
By Hermès
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Hermes Vintage Canvas and Leather Kelly Bag This lovely bag is made of white leather
HERMÈS Kelly Shoulder bag in Beige Canvas
By Hermès
Located in Clichy, FR
- Designer: HERMÈS - Model: Kelly - Condition: Very good condition. Minor sign of ear on 1 base
Hermes Brown Canvas Kelly 35 Satchel Bag
By Hermès
Located in Irvine, CA
Hermes Blue Leather Electric Kelly 35 Satchel Bag with gold-tone hardware, three interior
Hermes Kelly H Potamus Canvas Blue Box Calf 28cm
By Hermès
Located in Houston, TX
Authentic Hermes Kelly "New" H Potamas Canvas Blue with Black Box Calf and Palladium Hardware
Hermes Kelly 32 Bimatiere Box and canvas gold hardware
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermes Kelly 32 Bi-matiere Brique Box and Beige canvas It is a Hermes handbag version
Hermes Kelly Likis Black Calf & Canvas wtih Palladium Hardware 40cm.
By Hermès
Located in Houston, TX
BARAND: Hermes STYLE: Kelly Likis Black LEATHER: Calf & Canvas HARDWARE: Palladium
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H 8.5 in W 11.5 in D 4 in
Hermes Kelly Handbag Quadrille Canvas and Menthe Swift with Palladium Hardware28
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Model: Kelly Handbag Quadrille Canvas and Menthe Swift with Palladium Hardware 28 Exterior Material
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H 8.5 in W 11.5 in D 4 in
Hermes Kelly Handbag Quadrille Canvas and Bleu Saphir Swift with Palladium
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
11.5", Depth 4", Strap Drop 17" Designer: Hermes Model: Kelly Handbag Quadrille Canvas and Bleu Saphir
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H 8.5 in W 11.5 in D 4 in
Hermes Kelly Handbag Quadrille Canvas and Rouge Sellier Swift with Pallad
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
", Depth 4", Strap Drop 17.5" Designer: Hermes Model: Kelly Handbag Quadrille Canvas and Rouge Sellier
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H 8.5 in W 12 in D 4 in
Hermes Kelly Handbag Quadrille Canvas and Noir Swift with Palladium Hardw
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
: Handle Drop 4.5", Height 8.5", Width 12", Depth 4", Strap Drop 17.5" Designer: Hermes Model: Kelly
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H 8.5 in W 11.5 in D 4 in
Hermes Kelly Handbag Quadrille Canvas and Rouge Sellier Swift with Palladium
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
: Handle Drop 4", Height 8.5", Width 11.5", Depth 4", Strap Drop 17.5" Designer: Hermes Model: Kelly
Viintage Hermes Kelly 35 in Brown Leather and Canvas. Fair condition
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermes Vintage 35 Bag in Brown grained leather and canvas Bg in fair condition (thats why its low
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H 9 in W 13 in D 4 in
Hermes Kelly Handbag Rouge Piment Berline Vache Canvas with Swift and Toile
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
", Width 13", Depth 4" Designer: Hermes Model: Kelly Handbag Rouge Piment Berline Vache Canvas with Swift
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Diamond Emerald 18k Yellow Gold Small Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
These rare Van Cleef & Arpels lever-back earrings from the gorgeous Frivole collection feature a flower design crafted in 18k yellow gold, prong-set with emeralds in the center, ...
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
Hermès Birkin Sellier 20 Faubourg by Night Madame Alligator Leather
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Jewels Aficionado offers the Hermès Birkin Sellier 20 Faubourg by Night, a rare and exquisite masterpiece. Crafted in Madame and shiny Alligator leather, this highly coveted design c...
Hermes Birkin 30cm Black Togo Palladium Hardware Bag
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Birkin 30cm Black Togo Palladium Hardware Bag Brand New in Box. Store Fresh. Pristine Condition (with plastic on hardware) Perfect gift! Comes with keys, lock, clochette, a s...
CHANEL black leather 2022 22C DUBAI BEECHWOOD VANITY Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Small Vanity bag in beige beechwood with black leather trims and antique gold-tone hardware. Rare limited edition. Opens with a logo clasp closure and is lined ...
1954 Christian Dior Haute Couture 'Lily of the Valley' Satin Evening Dress Suit
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two piece suit consisting of a jacket and mid length skirt of butter black satin trimmed with a velvet and jet fringe. The fitted jacket is constructed on princess lines with raglan ...
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....
Hermes Kelly 25 Retourne Bag Black Matte Alligator Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Kelly 25 Retourne bag presented in classic Black Matte Alligator. Timeless and chic, this gorgeous Kelly bag only grows more beautiful as it ages, showcas...
1970 Hermes Black Supple Box Leather Kelly Bag
By Hermès
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Vintage black box leather 32cm supple Kelly bag with gold hardware. Dates from 1970, as told by the Z blind stamp. Top handle, lock and key fob. Very minor scuffing on surface on maj...
Hermes Hac 40 Porosus Crocodile Graphite, Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
HERMES HAC 40 travel bag Condition: very good condition Country of manufacture: France Model : Haut à courroies Size: 40 Gender: unisex Material: matt Porosus crocodile leather Colo...
Hermes Birkin 35cm Vert D'Eau Matte Alligator Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the epitome of luxury and sophistication, the Hermes Birkin 35 Vert D'Eau Matte Alligator Palladium Hardware handbag. Crafted in 2021, this iconic handbag is a testament ...
Louis Vuitton Alma Black Epi Leather Handbag 2005
By Louis Vuitton
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Magnifique sac à main LOUIS VUITTON modèle Alma, réalisé en cuir épi de couleur noire et sublimé par une élégante garniture dorée. Ce modèle iconique reflète le style intemporel et l...
Hermes Kelly Cut Braise Crocodile Clutch Bag Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a limited edition Hermes Kelly Cut bag featured in vivid Braise Niloticus Crocodile. This exquisite lipstick red Hermes clutch is perfect day to evening. Lush with...
Hermes Birkin 35 Bag Limited Edition So Black Box Leather
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a rare limited edition Hermes Birkin So Black 35 bag is featured in Heritage Box leather. The collection was the final bow of Jean-Paul- Gaultiers' genius as creati...
Chanel Classic Flap Medium Happy Stitch Red Fabric Gold Hardware, 2015-2016
By Chanel
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Chanel Classic Flap Medium Happy Stitch Red Fabric Gold Hardware, 2015-2016 These are professional photos of the actual bag offered This one-of-a-kind Chanel Classic Flap bag exude...
Alexander McQueen New Dress with Front Slits AW 1999
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous red fine wool dress from Alexander McQueen. It is sleeveless, semi fitted with a bateau neckline, and 2 slits along each front leg. The back has a zipper closing and it is...
Valentino S/S 1990 Ruched Frilly Tiered Black Silk Chiffon Dress
By Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Valentino Spring 1990 collection was all about tiers upon tiers of fabulously frilly ruffles. Delicate and feminine, the micro-pleated silk chiffon ruffles and ruching decorate a...
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.
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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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.
The color, texture and durability of an Hermès Birkin bag is as important as its iconic shape. Here, we present all you need to know about Birkin leathers and hides.