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Hermès Mustard Texas Wildlife Scarf By Kermit Oliver
Hermès Mustard Texas Wildlife Scarf By Kermit Oliver

Hermès Mustard Texas Wildlife Scarf By Kermit Oliver

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermès Texas Wildlife 35" scarf by designer Kermit Oliver. Mustard and purple color combination

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21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

Hermès Navy Texas Wildlife Scarf, Kermit Oliver with Box
Hermès Navy Texas Wildlife Scarf, Kermit Oliver with Box

Hermès Navy Texas Wildlife Scarf, Kermit Oliver with Box

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Collectible navy Hermès Texas Wildlife 35" scarf by designer Kermit Oliver. Blue and black color

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Late 20th Century French Scarves

Hermès Navy Silk Kachinas Scarf by Kermit Oliver
Hermès Navy Silk Kachinas Scarf by Kermit Oliver

Hermès Navy Silk Kachinas Scarf by Kermit Oliver

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Collectible Hermès 100% silk twill scarf by Texan artist Kermit Oliver in signature Kachinas print

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1990s French Scarves

HERMES Vintage Pani Lashar Pawnee Silk Shirt by Kermit Oliver
HERMES Vintage Pani Lashar Pawnee Silk Shirt by Kermit Oliver

HERMES Vintage Pani Lashar Pawnee Silk Shirt by Kermit Oliver

By Hermès

Located in Nice, FR

KERMIT OLIVER. Label reads HERMES Paris Exclusif Made in France. Size label reads : 40. Please check

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20th Century French Blouses and Tops

Hermès Faune et Flora du Texas Scarf
Hermès Faune et Flora du Texas Scarf

Hermès Faune et Flora du Texas Scarf

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This Hermès Scarf "Faune et Flora du Texas" by Kermit Oliver 90cm silk scarf is a classic. The

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21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

Hermès Black Kachinas Silk Scarf, Oliver
Hermès Black Kachinas Silk Scarf, Oliver

Hermès Black Kachinas Silk Scarf, Oliver

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermès black silk twill Kachinas print scarf by Texan artist Kermit Oliver. One of his most coveted

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1990s French Scarves

Hermès Black Navy Pony Express Silk Shirt
Hermès Black Navy Pony Express Silk Shirt

Hermès Black Navy Pony Express Silk Shirt

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Native American Indian print by world renowned Texas native Kermit Oliver. French Size 38, us size 6/8

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21st Century and Contemporary French Shirts

Hermès Celeste Mythologie Silk Top
Hermès Celeste Mythologie Silk Top

Hermès Celeste Mythologie Silk Top

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

neckline are trimmed with croton. Collectible design by famous Texas artist Kermit Oliver. A single button

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21st Century and Contemporary French Shirts

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Hermès iconic Les Cheyennes silk scarf by Kermit Oliver
Hermès iconic Les Cheyennes silk scarf by Kermit Oliver

Hermès iconic Les Cheyennes silk scarf by Kermit Oliver

By Hermès

Located in London, GB

.. Kermit Oliver, son and grandson of an Afro-Texan cowboy, became in the 1990s the designated painter of

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1990s European Scarves

Hermes Kermit Oliver Custom Dip Dye "La Vie Sauvage Du Texas" Scarf
Hermes Kermit Oliver Custom Dip Dye "La Vie Sauvage Du Texas" Scarf

Hermes Kermit Oliver Custom Dip Dye "La Vie Sauvage Du Texas" Scarf

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

" scarf. Designed by Texan, Kermit Oliver. Professionally dyed by Hermes. Incredible collectible

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21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

Hermes Flores et Flore du Texas Silk Scarf
Hermes Flores et Flore du Texas Silk Scarf

Hermes Flores et Flore du Texas Silk Scarf

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermes collectible silk Flores et Flore du Texas scarf by Texan artist Kermit Oliver. Ornate rich

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20th Century French Scarves

Hermès Black Kachinas Silk Scarf, Oliver
Hermès Black Kachinas Silk Scarf, Oliver

Hermès Black Kachinas Silk Scarf, Oliver

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermès black silk twill Kachinas print scarf by Texan artist Kermit Oliver. One of his most

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1990s French Scarves

Hermès Red Pani la Shar Pawnee Scarf
Hermès Red Pani la Shar Pawnee Scarf

Hermès Red Pani la Shar Pawnee Scarf

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

native, Kermit Oliver's prints. Hand-rolled edges. No box, tiny stains.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

Hermes Vintage Kachina Legging
Hermes Vintage Kachina Legging

Hermes Vintage Kachina Legging

By Hermès

Located in Nice, FR

HERMES vintage rare legging featuring Kachinas designed by native Texan artist KERMIT OLIVER. This

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20th Century French Pants

Hermès Cotton Charm Scarf Rodeo Des Cowgirls Kermit Oliver TEXAS 67 cm GRAIL
Hermès Cotton Charm Scarf Rodeo Des Cowgirls Kermit Oliver TEXAS 67 cm GRAIL

Hermès Cotton Charm Scarf Rodeo Des Cowgirls Kermit Oliver TEXAS 67 cm GRAIL

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Beautiful and RARE Authentic Hermès Scarf Pattern: "RODEO DES COWGIRLS" Designed by Kermit Oliver

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Early 2000s French Scarves

Hermès Navy Texas Wildlife Scarf, Kermit Oliver
Hermès Navy Texas Wildlife Scarf, Kermit Oliver

Hermès Navy Texas Wildlife Scarf, Kermit Oliver

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Collectible navy Hermès Texas Wildlife 35" scarf by designer Kermit Oliver. Blue and black color

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Late 20th Century French Scarves

Hermès Mustard Texas Wildlife Scarf By Kermit Oliver
Hermès Mustard Texas Wildlife Scarf By Kermit Oliver

Hermès Mustard Texas Wildlife Scarf By Kermit Oliver

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermès Texas Wildlife 35" scarf by designer Kermit Oliver. Mustard and purple color combination

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21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

Hermès by Kermit Oliver Pink Texas Wildlife Silk Scarf
Hermès by Kermit Oliver Pink Texas Wildlife Silk Scarf

Hermès by Kermit Oliver Pink Texas Wildlife Silk Scarf

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Collectible Hermès silk twill Texas Wildlife scarf designed by Kermit Oliver. Original box included.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

Hermès by Kermit Oliver Pink Texas Wildlife Silk Scarf
Hermès by Kermit Oliver Pink Texas Wildlife Silk Scarf

Hermès by Kermit Oliver Pink Texas Wildlife Silk Scarf

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Collectible Hermès silk twill Texas Wildlife scarf designed by Kermit Oliver. Original box included.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

Hermès by Kermit Oliver Pink Texas Wildlife Silk Scarf
Hermès by Kermit Oliver Pink Texas Wildlife Silk Scarf

Hermès by Kermit Oliver Pink Texas Wildlife Silk Scarf

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Collectible Hermès silk twill Texas Wildlife scarf designed by Kermit Oliver. Original box included.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

Hermès Celeste Texas Wildlife Silk Scarf Collectible Kermit Oliver
Hermès Celeste Texas Wildlife Silk Scarf Collectible Kermit Oliver

Hermès Celeste Texas Wildlife Silk Scarf Collectible Kermit Oliver

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermès mint condition Texas Wildlife 35" scarf by designer Kermit Oliver. Celeste, cream and red

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20th Century French Shawls

Hermès Celeste Texas Wildlife Silk Scarf Collectible Kermit Oliver
Hermès Celeste Texas Wildlife Silk Scarf Collectible Kermit Oliver

Hermès Celeste Texas Wildlife Silk Scarf Collectible Kermit Oliver

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermès mint condition Texas Wildlife 35" scarf by designer Kermit Oliver. Celeste, cream and red

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20th Century French Shawls

Hermès Navy Texas Wildlife Scarf, Kermit Oliver with Box
Hermès Navy Texas Wildlife Scarf, Kermit Oliver with Box

Hermès Navy Texas Wildlife Scarf, Kermit Oliver with Box

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Collectible navy Hermès Texas Wildlife 35" scarf by designer Kermit Oliver. Blue and black color

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Late 20th Century French Scarves

Hermes Silk Scarf ”La Vie Sauvage du Texas" by Kermit Oliver,
Hermes Silk Scarf ”La Vie Sauvage du Texas" by Kermit Oliver,

Hermes Silk Scarf ”La Vie Sauvage du Texas" by Kermit Oliver,

By Hermès

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Hermes Silk Scarf ”La Vie Sauvage du Texas" by Kermit Oliver, Beautiful new and never worn Hermes

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21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

Hermes Kermit Oliver Dip Dye Collection Flores et Flore du Texas Scarf
Hermes Kermit Oliver Dip Dye Collection Flores et Flore du Texas Scarf

Hermes Kermit Oliver Dip Dye Collection Flores et Flore du Texas Scarf

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Flore du Texas" scarf. Designed by coveted US designer Kermit Oliver. Professionally dyed by Hermes

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21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

Hermès Silk Scarf Faune et Flore du Texas Kermit Oliver 90 cm
Hermès Silk Scarf Faune et Flore du Texas Kermit Oliver 90 cm

Hermès Silk Scarf Faune et Flore du Texas Kermit Oliver 90 cm

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

) Animals and Flowers Designed by Kermit Oliver in 1987 Made in France Made of 100% Silk Colorways

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1980s French Scarves

Hermes Silk Kachinas Ascot by Kermit Oliver
Hermes Silk Kachinas Ascot by Kermit Oliver

Hermes Silk Kachinas Ascot by Kermit Oliver

By Hermès

Located in Port Hope, ON

legends. Kermit Oliver born in Texas designed many scarves for Hermes, most being of Native American

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20th Century French Scarves

Hermès Silk Kachinas Scarf by Kermit Oliver
Hermès Silk Kachinas Scarf by Kermit Oliver

Hermès Silk Kachinas Scarf by Kermit Oliver

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Collectible Hermès 100% silk twill scarf by Texan artist Kermit Oliver in signature Kachinas print

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1990s French Scarves

Hermès Navy Silk Kachinas Scarf by Kermit Oliver
Hermès Navy Silk Kachinas Scarf by Kermit Oliver

Hermès Navy Silk Kachinas Scarf by Kermit Oliver

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Collectible Hermès 100% silk twill scarf by Texan artist Kermit Oliver in signature Kachinas print

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1990s French Scarves

Hermes Silk Carre Scarf Tsitsika by Kermit Oliver
Hermes Silk Carre Scarf Tsitsika by Kermit Oliver

Hermes Silk Carre Scarf Tsitsika by Kermit Oliver

By Hermès

Located in Nice, FR

, NORD-OUEST DE L'AMERIQUE ET DU CANADA designed by native Texan KERMIT OLIVER. The theme of this scarf

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21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

Hermes Reversible Bomber Jacket Kachinas by Kermit Oliver
Hermes Reversible Bomber Jacket Kachinas by Kermit Oliver

Hermes Reversible Bomber Jacket Kachinas by Kermit Oliver

By Hermès

Located in Nice, FR

HERMES vintage rare reversible bomber jacket KACHINAS designed by native Texan KERMIT OLIVER. The

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20th Century French Jackets

Hermes Vintage Native American Indian Shirt by Kermit Oliver
Hermes Vintage Native American Indian Shirt by Kermit Oliver

Hermes Vintage Native American Indian Shirt by Kermit Oliver

By Hermès

Located in Nice, FR

HERMES vintage rare Native American Indian print shirt designed by Texan artist KERMIT OLIVER This

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20th Century French Blouses and Tops

Hermes Silk Carre Scarf Marquis De Lafayette by Kermit Oliver
Hermes Silk Carre Scarf Marquis De Lafayette by Kermit Oliver

Hermes Silk Carre Scarf Marquis De Lafayette by Kermit Oliver

By Hermès

Located in Nice, FR

HERMES silk carre scarf MARQUIS DE LAFAYETTE designed by native Texan KERMIT OLIVER. Composition

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21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

Hermes Vintage Iconic Silk Carre Scarf Kachinas by Kermit Oliver
Hermes Vintage Iconic Silk Carre Scarf Kachinas by Kermit Oliver

Hermes Vintage Iconic Silk Carre Scarf Kachinas by Kermit Oliver

By Hermès

Located in Nice, FR

HERMES vintage iconic silk carre scarf Kachinas designed by native Texan KERMIT OLIVER. This scarf

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20th Century Scarves

Hermes Vintage Iconic Silk Carre Scarf Kachinas by Kermit Oliver
Hermes Vintage Iconic Silk Carre Scarf Kachinas by Kermit Oliver

Hermes Vintage Iconic Silk Carre Scarf Kachinas by Kermit Oliver

By Hermès

Located in Nice, FR

HERMES vintage iconic silk carre scarf Kachinas designed by native Texan KERMIT OLIVER. This scarf

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20th Century Scarves

Hermes Flores et Flore du Texas Silk Scarf
Hermes Flores et Flore du Texas Silk Scarf

Hermes Flores et Flore du Texas Silk Scarf

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermes collectible silk Flores et Flore du Texas scarf by Texan artist Kermit Oliver. Ornate rich

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20th Century French Scarves

Hermes Flores et Flore du Texas Silk Scarf
Hermes Flores et Flore du Texas Silk Scarf

Hermes Flores et Flore du Texas Silk Scarf

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermes collectible silk Flores et Flore du Texas scarf by Texan artist Kermit Oliver. Ornate rich

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20th Century French Scarves

Hermès Black Kachinas Silk Scarf, Oliver
Hermès Black Kachinas Silk Scarf, Oliver

Hermès Black Kachinas Silk Scarf, Oliver

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermès black silk twill Kachinas print scarf by Texan artist Kermit Oliver. One of his most coveted

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1990s French Scarves

Hermès Black Kachinas Silk Scarf, Oliver
Hermès Black Kachinas Silk Scarf, Oliver

Hermès Black Kachinas Silk Scarf, Oliver

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermès black silk twill Kachinas print scarf by Texan artist Kermit Oliver. One of his most

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1990s French Scarves

Hermès Black Kachinas Silk Scarf, Oliver
Hermès Black Kachinas Silk Scarf, Oliver

Hermès Black Kachinas Silk Scarf, Oliver

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermès black silk twill Kachinas print scarf by Texan artist Kermit Oliver. One of his most coveted

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1990s French Scarves

Hermès Pani la Shar Pawnee Scarf, Oliver
Hermès Pani la Shar Pawnee Scarf, Oliver

Hermès Pani la Shar Pawnee Scarf, Oliver

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermès light blue silk twill Pani la Shar Pawnee scarf designed by Texan artist Kermit Oliver

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21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

Hermès Pani la Shar Pawnee Scarf
Hermès Pani la Shar Pawnee Scarf

Hermès Pani la Shar Pawnee Scarf

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

native, Kermit Oliver's prints. Hand-rolled edges.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

Hermès Black Pony Express Silk Shirt
Hermès Black Pony Express Silk Shirt

Hermès Black Pony Express Silk Shirt

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Native American Indian print by world renowned Texas native Kermit Oliver. French Size 38, us size 6/8

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21st Century and Contemporary French Shirts

Hermès White Pony Express Silk Shirt
Hermès White Pony Express Silk Shirt

Hermès White Pony Express Silk Shirt

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

the rare Pony Express print designed by world renowned Texas native Kermit Oliver. French Size 38, us

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21st Century and Contemporary French Shirts

Grail Hermes Kermit Oliver "Texas Wildlife" Silk Scarf
Grail Hermes Kermit Oliver "Texas Wildlife" Silk Scarf

Grail Hermes Kermit Oliver "Texas Wildlife" Silk Scarf

By Hermès

Located in Teaneck, NJ

Fabulous Kermit Oliver "Texas Wildlife" 35" silk scarf in pristine condition.

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Late 20th Century French Scarves

Hermes scarf 1986 by Kermit Oliver Texas Wildlife.
Hermes scarf 1986 by Kermit Oliver Texas Wildlife.

Hermes scarf 1986 by Kermit Oliver Texas Wildlife.

By Hermès

Located in Atlanta, GA

Hermes 1986 silk scarf by Kermit Oliver called "Texas Wildlife". It measures 34.5" x 34.5". In July

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1980s French Scarves

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By Hermès

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Kermit Oliver Texas For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an extraordinary variety of kermit oliver texas available on 1stDibs. Many people prefer gray kermit oliver texas, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find brown, black and more options on these pages. If you’re looking for accessories from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find some that date back to the 20th Century while other versions may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There aren’t many items for unisex if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for men and women.

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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 Scarves for You

We’ve long had a love affair with vintage and designer scarves. Every glamorous go-to ensemble deserves the lightweight finishing touch that can be added with this stylish, versatile accessory.

Scarves have held a distinctive place in the evolution of formal and casual wear for centuries. And although now firmly entrenched in western culture, the origins of this neckwear are global.

Egyptian Queen Nefertiti is known to have worn a finely woven scarf with a headdress, and Emperor Cheng of the Chinese Han dynasty presided over an army of warriors whose scarves denoted their rank. The idea of scarves as status symbols still persists; for example, silk scarves, which were favored by the upper class during the reign of Queen Victoria, are an out-of-reach luxury item, cost prohibitive for many consumers. However, the increasing diversity of available materials over the years has rendered this adornment more accessible since their early days.

Luxury houses and various designers helped elevate scarves and long, flowing wraps as a desirable fashion accessory during the 20th century.

Visionary Italian designer Emilio Puccithe first fashion designer to enter the lifestyle market — introduced abstractions and dazzling psychedelic elements to scarves, while mid-century era multidisciplinary American artist Vera Neumann drew on Japanese techniques to create exuberant textile designs based on her paintings and drawings.

Established in Paris in 1837, Hermès didn’t start creating their famously decorative scarves until 100 years later, in 1937. Before long, the Hermès scarf, then crafted from strong imported Chinese silk, became an iconic work favored by actresses such as Audrey Hepburn and Grace Kelly, a lifetime enthusiast of the family-owned brand. Hermès has produced over 2,000 different scarf designs in the decades since Robert Dumas, Émile-Maurice Hermès’s son-in-law, crafted the first one.

On 1stDibs, find a broad selection of vintage scarves that includes flamboyant and colorful accessories designed by Chanel, Yves Saint Laurent and more.

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.