$21,985
H 12.25 in D 9.75 in L 19.75 in
Hermes Vintage Kelly 50 Red Bordeaux Gold Hardware Travel Carry On Duffle Bag
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
) Condition: The bag is in great shape with no major imperfections, the bag has light patina on the corners
1970 Hermes Black Supple Box Leather Kelly Bag
By Hermès
Located in Toronto, Ontario
designed in 1932, the Kelly was introduced as a travel bag that was referred to as the sac à dépêches. It
1992 Hermes Black 35cm Kelly Supple Box Bag with Thick Strap
By Hermès
Located in Toronto, Ontario
designed in 1932, the Kelly was introduced as a travel bag that was referred to as the sac à dépêches. It
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H 14 in D 9 in L 20 in
Hermès Light Blue Taurillon Togo Leather Extra Large Kelly 50 Cm Travel Bag
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Hermes Kelly 50cm pre-owned *INCLUDES: DUST BAG, LOCK, KEYS (2), AND STRAP. 14"H x 9"D x 20
Hermès Kelly 50 Voyage Amazonia Ebene Fjord Canvas PHW
By Hermès
Located in Antwerp, BE
essentrials with this exclusive Hermès Kelly 50 Voyage travel bag, you are ready to impress all the other
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H 13.39 in W 9.85 in L 19.69 in
Rare 2017 Hermes Evercolor Vert Bosphore Toile Kelly Voyage 50 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Rare Hermes kelly voyage 50 in vert bosphore evercolor and toile. Beautiful condition, minor
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
Rare 2001 Hermes Fauve Barenia Crinoline Voyage Kelly 50 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Rare vintage Kelly voyage 50 in barenia crinoline. Overall in good condition, with slight scratches
Hermès 50cm Travel Kelly With PHW
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
This Hermès Kelly 50cm Travel bag is a truly rare find. This bag is the largest size that Hermès
Hermes 50cm Kelly Relax Bag
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
travel bag. This bag comes with its original dust bag, lock and key and clochette. The bag can be
Hermes Kelly Relax Blue
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Kelly Relax, the ultimate travel bag. Stamp: N (2010) Returns Policy: Final Sale - No Returns
Hermès 50cm Kelly Relax With PHW
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
is the perfect travel bag. With a large top handle, four inner pockets, a clochette and lock & keys
Hermès Kelly Retourne 34 Citron Togo Leather
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
daily use. The Kelly was first designed in 1932, the Kelly was introduced as a travel bag and was
Hermes Kelly Voyage 50 Blue De Malte Bag Palladium Hardware Novillo Leather
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
everyday to travel wear. The Kelly Relax bag is accentuated with crisp palladium hardware. Comes with lock
RARE Hermes Grey Chevre 50cm XXL Travel Kelly Bag
By Hermès
Located in Philadelphia, PA
STUNNING Hermes grey travel kelly tote in excellent condition. Smooth gray chevre leather body
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H 14.18 in W 8.27 in L 19.69 in
Authentic Hermes Kelly Relax Handbag Travel Bag Noir Leather 50 cm
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
BEAUTIFUL AUTHENTIC HERMES HANDBAG or TRAVEL BAG " KELLY RELAX " Rare and hard to find. Kelly
Hermes Paris XXL tan leather travel Kelly relax bag with silver hardware, sz 50
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Hermes Paris XXL tan leather travel Kelly bag with silver hardware - Tourterelle Veau Sikkim
1973 Hermes Chocolate Brown 32cm Supple Kelly Box Bag
By Hermès
Located in Toronto, Ontario
in 1932, the Kelly was introduced as a travel bag that was referred to as the sac à dépêches. It was
Hermes Kelly Voyager Bag - 50 - Gris Tourterelle - 2009 M
By Hermès
Located in Boca Raton, FL
leather. Any amazing large sized kelly bag that is excellent for both women and men. A great travel or
HERMES Orange Vinyl Travel Beach VOYAGE Kelly Bag
By Hermès
Located in Tampa, FL
This is an authentic HERMES Orange Vinyl Travel Beach VOYAGE Kelly Bag. It is done in eye popping
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H 15 in W 19.5 in D 9.5 in
Hermes Kelly 50 Men's Travel Weekender Carryall Top Handle Tote Shoulder Bag
By Hermès
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES Hermes Kelly 50 Men's Travel Weekender Carryall Top Handle Satchel Tote Shoulder
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H 15 in W 15 in D 9 in
Gucci Canvas Cognac Men's Kelly Style CarryOn Travel Satchel Top Handle Bag
By Gucci
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES AMAZING price reduction for a limited time only! Canvas Leather Gold hardware Buckle closure Twill lining Made in Italy Handle 11" Measures 15" W x 15" H...
Hermes Birkin Kelly Handbag Silver Black Leather Strap Clochette Lock and Keys
By Hermès
Located in Chicago, IL
Hermes Birkin Kelly Hand Bag Silver Travel Black Leather Strap Clochette Pad Lock and Keys
Hermes Kelly Clear See-Through Carryall Travel Top Handle Satchel Tote Bag
By Hermès
Located in Chicago, IL
Hermes Kelly Clear See-Through Carryall Travel Top Handle Satchel Tote Bag Vinyl Gold tone
Hermes Kelly Clear See-Through Carryall Travel Top Handle Satchel Tote Bag
By Hermès
Located in Chicago, IL
Hermes Kelly Clear See-Through Carryall Travel Top Handle Satchel Tote Bag Vinyl Gold tone
Hermes Kelly Clear See-Through Carryall Travel Top Handle Satchel Tote Bag
By Hermès
Located in Chicago, IL
statement bag for your discerning, jet-set sensibility. Well-maintained and preserved, tote it for travel
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H 15 in W 15 in D 9 in
Gucci Vintage Canvas Cognac Kelly Style CarryOn Travel Satchel Top Handle Bag
By Gucci
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES Canvas Leather Gold hardware Buckle closure Twill lining Made in Italy Handle 11" Measures 15" W x 15" H x 9" D Includes original Gucci clochette, name tag...
Hermès Cadenas Lock & 2 Keys HAC bag Palladium Finish/ Excellente Condition
By Hermès
Located in VERGT, FR
HERMES CADENAS LOCK & 2 KEYS FOR HAC BAG FOR BIG BAG KELLY 50 TRAVEL BAG OR BIRKIN / KELLY 40
1960s Coppola e Toppo for Saks Fifth Avenue Crystal Evening Bag
By Coppola e Toppo
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A glamorous statement piece, perfect for vintage collectors or anyone channeling a retro Hollywood or Studio 54 evening look. It pairs gorgeously with a silk slip dress or a tailored...
$4,875Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage But New Beaded Fendi Baguette Bag W Patent Leather & Swarovski Crystals
By Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
Limited Edition Fendi Beaded Baguette Rare Unworn Vintage Find! Black & Orange Beading Throughout Patent Leather Trim Swarovski Crystal Front Clasp Orange Satin Lining Hologram & Se...
Alexander McQueen Asymmetric Dress with Chain Cutout SS 2006
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk jersey dress by Alexander McQueen. It is fitted with a scoop neckline, one short sleeve and a circular nude mesh cut out at one side covered with rows of drapi...
$3,512Sale Price|20% Off
CELINE black & olive CALF HAIR MINI LUGGAGE Tote Shoulder Bag
By Celine
Located in Zürich, CH
Céline 'Mini Luaggabe' tote in olive calf hair with black calf hair gussets and black leather details. Zipper pocket on the front. Closes with a zipper on top. Lined in black leather...
1990’s Moschino Vintage Red Leather Heart Bag seen on The Nanny
By Moschino
Located in Concord, NC
Iconic rare Moschino Redwall vintage rare patent leather red heart shoulder bag from 1995 as seen on Fran Dresher from The Nanny. Made in Italy Features bright red leather with gold...
$17,446
Size: No size tag, fits like a S
VIVIENNE WESTWOOD FW 94 Iconic and rare minidress from "On liberty" collection
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Milano, MILANO
Iconic and rare Fall Winter 1994 ruffled lurex minidress from "On liberty" collection by Vivienne Westwood Floral embossed applications Inner corset No composition tag, viscose lurex
1990s Loris Azzaro Brown Sequin Strapless Cocktail Dress
By Loris Azzaro
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1990s Loris Azzaro brown sequin metallic strapless cocktail party dress. fit size 4
$1,295
Size: US 4, GB 30, I 38, F 36, D 32
Christian Lacroix Vintage Strapless Floral Print Mini Dress with Raffia, 1990s
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Sparks, NV
Incredible vintage Christian Lacroix strapless mini dress with a floral print and black raffia embroidered lace. Sexy iconic Lacroix! Fully lined with zip closure. The marked size is...
Dolce & Gabbana Black & Cream Lingerie Inspired Evening Gown Spring 2006 Sz 40IT
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Dolce & Gabbana Black & Cream Lingerie Inspired Evening Gown. Spring/Summer 2006 Size 40IT
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1996 Brown Plunging Keyhole Neck Bodycon Midi Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1996 Brown Plunging Keyhole Neck Bodycon Midi Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Spring / Summer 1996 Designer: Alexander McQueen Sty...
$12,920
H 10.5 in W 19 in L 6 in
Chanel Limited Edition Vintage Duffel Tote Black and White Leather Weekend Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Oversized Chanel quilted logo letters duffel bag leather travel tote. 1992 {VINTAGE 30 Years} White lamb "CHANEL" lettering stitched on both sides Quilted supple black lambskin Tw...
$2,555Sale Price|20% Off
SS 1998 Thierry Mugler Blue Checkered Jacket With Velvet Details
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Praha 4, Hlavní město Praha
Spring Summer 1998 Thierry Mugler Blue Checkered Jacket With Dramatic Black Velvet Details. Body-sculpturing design with wide shoulders, slim waist and voluminous hips. Three black ...
Christian Dior by John Galliano 2005 Silk Nude Embellished Dress Fr. 42 US 10
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage Christian Dior by John Galliano Silk Embellished Dress 2005 Collection French size 42 ( US 10 ) Silver tone beads over the beige silk, Signature Galliano little buttons closu...
Jean Paul Gaultier Crochet Bustier Black Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Naples, FL
Jean Paul Gautier Sexy Crochet Bustier Dress IT 40 Black Jean Paul Gaultier sleeveless midi dress with crochet trim throughout and plunging neck.
Oscar de la Renta Resort 2009 Runway One Shoulder Silk Toga Dress $3, 200 BNWT
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing brand new with tags Oscar de la Renta silk one shoulder dress! Detailed for $3,200! Featured in the Resort 2009 Oscar Runway Collection (see pictures). One shoulder can be wo...
New Roberto Cavalli Buckle Stiletto Heel Black Leather Platform Boots 37 - US 7
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Roberto Cavalli Black Leather High Heel Boots Designer size - 37 Style - BQS023-PZ220 Smooth Black Leather, Multiple Straps, Gold-Tone Buckles with Engraved Logo, Inner Half Zip...
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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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.
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