Hermès Kelly 25 Sellier Black Epsom Leather Bag with Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
“Grace Kelly’s bag”. Her name became so linked to the bag that Hermes renamed the “Sac à Dépêches” bag to
Hermès Kelly 25 Sellier Black Epsom Leather Bag with Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
“Grace Kelly’s bag”. Her name became so linked to the bag that Hermes renamed the “Sac à Dépêches” bag to
Hermès Gold Madame Kelly Elan GHW
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Description: Officially renamed in 1977, the Kelly tote bag from Hermès was originally called the Sac à
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
New Hermes Kelly 20 Epsom Etoupe Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Princess Grace Kelly in 1956. During the 20 next years, every woman wanted to buy “Grace Kelly’s bag”. Her
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By Hermès
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
to buy “Grace Kelly’s bag”. Her name became so linked to the bag that Hermes renamed the “Sac à
Hermes Bleu Royal Togo Kelly Retourne 25 PHW
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Condition Description: Officially renamed in 1977, the Kelly tote bag from Hermès was originally called the
New Hermes Kelly Birkin 25 Togo Etoupe Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
to buy “Grace Kelly’s bag”. Her name became so linked to the bag that Hermes renamed the “Sac à
New Hermes Kelly Birkin 25 Togo Black Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
to buy “Grace Kelly’s bag”. Her name became so linked to the bag that Hermes renamed the “Sac à
New Hermes Kelly Birkin 30 Togo Black Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
to buy “Grace Kelly’s bag”. Her name became so linked to the bag that Hermes renamed the “Sac à
New Hermes Kelly 25 Graphite Madame VEAU Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
woman wanted to buy “Grace Kelly’s bag”. Her name became so linked to the bag that Hermes renamed the
Hermes Kelly 28 Sellier Noir Black Epsom Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
buy “Grace Kelly’s bag”. Her name became so linked to the bag that Hermes renamed the “Sac à Dépêches
New Hermes Kelly 25 Depeches VEAU Togo Etoupe Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
belly of Princess Grace Kelly in 1956. During the 20 next years, every woman wanted to buy “Grace
Hermès Kelly 25 Sellier Black Epsom Leather Gold Hardware Handbag
By Hermès
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
“Grace Kelly’s bag”. Her name became so linked to the bag that Hermes renamed the “Sac à Dépêches” bag to
New Hermes Kelly 28 Mauve Pale Clemence Epsom Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
to buy “Grace Kelly’s bag”. Her name became so linked to the bag that Hermes renamed the “Sac à
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By Hermès
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
“Grace Kelly’s bag”. Her name became so linked to the bag that Hermes renamed the “Sac à Dépêches” bag to
Hermes Swift Beige De Weimar Retourne Kelly II 25 PHW
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
-owned Condition Description: Officially renamed in 1977, the Kelly tote bag from Hermès was originally
Hermès Feu Terre Battue Verso Mysore Chevre Sellier Mini Kelly 20 II PHW
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Description: Officially renamed in 1977, the Kelly tote bag from Hermès was originally called the Sac à
$27,900
H 7.5 in W 3.5 in L 9.8 in
Hermes Kelly 25 Black Tadelakh Sellier Gold HW Complete Original Receipt 2022
By Hermès
Located in Forest Park, GA
details Originally made for Princess Grace Kelly from Monaco, this Kelly bag definitely is a class of its
Hermès Kelly Blue Jean 32cm Azur Togo Leather Shoulder Bag
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
The Kelly bag 32 13.7"L x 4.3"W x 9"H C mark Taurillon Clemence leather Color : Azur At Hermes
Hermes Kelly 28 Black Epsom Leather with Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
style just as the iconic Grace Kelly, Princess of Monaco. It is crafted in the Sellier style which will
Hermes Vintage Kelly Sellier 35 Bag
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Named after Grace Kelly, late Princess of Monaco, the Kelly bag has a particular story behind it
Hermes Kelly 25 Lime Epsom Sellier Bag Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in West Chester, PA
Kelly Bag is named after Grace Kelly, an American actress who became the Princess of Monaco after
Hermes Kelly 25 Nata Ivory Epsom Sellier Gold Bag
By Hermès
Located in West Chester, PA
Kelly Bag is named after Grace Kelly, an American actress who became the Princess of Monaco after
Hermes Kelly Sellier 25 Bambou Bag Chevre Leather Gold
By Hermès
Located in West Chester, PA
Guaranteed authentic Hermes Kelly 25 Sellier bag featured in stunning Bambou The most popular green
Hermes Kelly 28cm Mauve Pale Clemence Palladium Bag New B
By Hermès
Located in West Chester, PA
The Hermes Kelly Bag is a luxurious handbag designed by the French fashion house, Hermès. It was
Hermes kelly 35 Brown
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
as its iconic muse, Princess Grace Kelly. In the deep brown shade of brown , and accented with gold
Hermes Kelly Sellier 20 Black Box Gold Hardware Bag W
By Hermès
Located in West Chester, PA
luxury brand Hermes. It is named after the actress and Princess of Monaco, Grace Kelly, who famously used
Hermes Kelly 20 Bag Nata Gris Meyer and Chai Tri Color Handbag
By Hermès
Located in West Chester, PA
brand Hermes. It is named after the actress and Princess of Monaco, Grace Kelly, who famously used the
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Hermès Shiny Black Porosus Crocodile Kelly Bag with Gold Hardware 28, 1940.
By Hermès
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Grace Kelly, Princess of Monaco appeared on the cover of Life magazine shielding her baby bump from the
Hermes Black Epsom Kelly 32 PHW
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
renamed in 1977, the Kelly tote bag from Hermès was originally called the Sac à Dépêches (which translates
Hermès Exotic Mini Kelly II Sellier 20cm
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
One of the most sought-after styles in the world, the Kelly bag got its name in 1997 from Grace
Hermès Mini Sellier Box Calf "Cafe" Vintage Kelly Bag, 20 cm with Gold Hardware.
By Hermès
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Hermès Mini Sellier Box Calf "Cafe" Vintage Kelly Bag, 20 cm with Gold Hardware. Originally
Hermès 2016 Kelly Sellier 35cm Black Box Leather
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
. Sellier meaning “Saddler,” was the first style to be designed and made popular by Princess Grace Kelly
Hermes Kelly Sellier 20 Black Ostrich Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in West Chester, PA
is named after the actress and Princess of Monaco, Grace Kelly, who famously used the bag to shield
Hermes Kelly Sellier 20 Jaune Milton Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in West Chester, PA
Hermes. It is named after the actress and Princess of Monaco, Grace Kelly, who famously used the bag to
Hermes Kelly Sellier 20 Black Lizard Touch Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in West Chester, PA
, Grace Kelly, who famously used the bag to shield her pregnant belly from the paparazzi. The Kelly 20 is
Hermès Kelly 28 handbag in black box calf leather with gold hardware
By Hermès
Located in Sewickley, PA
cracks present. Named after Grace Kelly in 1977, the Kelly bag from Hermès became one of the most
Hermès Kelly Sellier 25 Tri-Color Blue Saphire Blue France Black
By Hermès
Located in West Chester, PA
Kelly Bag is a luxurious handbag designed by the French fashion house, Hermès. It was first introduced
Hermès Kelly Sellier 28 Chai Ecru Toile and Swift Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in West Chester, PA
two open pockets on the opposite side. The Hermes Kelly Bag is a luxurious handbag designed by the
Hermes Vintage Kelly Handbag Noir Black Box Calf with Gold Hardware 32, 1991.
By Hermès
Located in Banner Elk, NC
iconic fashion staple, named after Grace Kelly, later Princess of Monaco. This Kelly has a date stamp of
Hermès Natural Clemence Retourne Kelly Handbag with Gold Hardware 32cm, 2007.
By Hermès
Located in Banner Elk, NC
introduced in the early 1930's as the Sac à dépêches bag, the Kelly became world renowned after Grace Kelly
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H 11 in D 6.3 in L 15.75 in
Hermès Kelly Retourne Handbag Gold Fjord Leather with Gold Hardware 40, 1985.
By Hermès
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Handbag is an iconic fashion staple, named after Grace Kelly, later Princess of Monaco. This Kelly has a
Hermès Limited Edition Vintage Tri-Color Box Calf Kelly Handbag 28, 1993.
By Hermès
Located in Banner Elk, NC
world renowned after Grace Kelly, Princess of Monaco appeared on the cover of Life magazine, shielding
Hermes Kelly 35 Toile and Leather Bag
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Named after Grace Kelly, late Princess of Monaco, the Kelly bag has a particular story behind it
Hermés Vintage 1980 Kelly 32CM Tan Ostrich Bag
By Hermès
Located in McKinney, TX
Princess of Monaco, Grace Kelly. Kelly used the bag to shield herself when being hounded by paparazzi, an
Hermès Black Chevre Chamkila Kelly Elan PHW
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Condition Description: Officially renamed in 1977, the Kelly tote bag from Hermès was originally called the
Vintage Hermes Black Crocodile Kelly Handbag mid 20th Century
By Hermès
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Hermes black crocodile Kelly handbag from the mid 20th. Century. This beautiful bag is in
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H 4.53 in W 7.88 in D 0.79 in
Hermés Kelly Long Wallet Rose Lipstick Chèvre Leather Silver Hardware
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Princess of Monaco Grace Kelly, and soon became the most iconic 'It Bag'. Year after year, there are many
BNIB Hermes Kelly 25 Etoupe Togo Retourne Palladium HW Y 2020 NEW
By Hermès
Located in Forest Park, GA
while maintaining a classic look. Originally associated with Princess Grace Kelly of Monaco, the Kelly
Hermès Jaune De Naples Beton Verso Chevre Mysore Mini Sellier II Kelly 20 PHW
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
bag’s moniker came into play in the ‘50s, when Grace Kelly first laid eyes on the bag during the filming
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Hermès Limited Edition Vintage Tri-Color Box Calf Kelly Handbag 32, 1991.
By Hermès
Located in Banner Elk, NC
became world renowned after Grace Kelly, Princess of Monaco appeared on the cover of Life magazine
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Hermes Apricot Clemence Leather Palladium Hardware Kelly Retourne 28 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
After Grace Kelly, the Hollywood star and a princess, used her Hermes bag to hide her baby bump and
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H 8.67 in W 4.34 in L 11.42 in
Hermes Potiron Clemence Leather Palladium Hardware Kelly Retourne 28 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
After Grace Kelly, the Hollywood star and a princess, used her Hermes bag to hide her baby bump and
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H 10.24 in W 5.12 in L 13.78 in
Hermes Ultraviolet Clemence Leather Palladium Hardware Kelly Retourne 35 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
After Grace Kelly, the Hollywood star and a princess, used her Hermes bag to hide her baby bump and
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H 10.24 in W 5.12 in L 13.78 in
Hermes Ultraviolet Clemence Leather Palladium Hardware Kelly Retourne 35 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
After Grace Kelly, the Hollywood star and a princess, used her Hermes bag to hide her baby bump and
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H 10.24 in W 5.12 in L 13.78 in
Hermes Ultraviolet Clemence Leather Palladium Hardware Kelly Retourne 35 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
After Grace Kelly, the Hollywood star and a princess, used her Hermes bag to hide her baby bump and
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H 10.24 in W 5.12 in L 13.78 in
Hermes Rouge Clemence Leather Palladium Hardware Kelly Retourne 35 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
After Grace Kelly, the Hollywood star and a princess, used her Hermes bag to hide her baby bump and
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H 10.24 in W 5.12 in L 13.78 in
Hermes Bordeaux Togo Leather Palladium Hardware Kelly Retourne 35 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
After Grace Kelly, the Hollywood star and a princess, used her Hermes bag to hide her baby bump and
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H 11.03 in W 5.32 in L 15.75 in
Hermes Orange Clemence Leather Palladium Hardware Kelly Retourne 40 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
After Grace Kelly, the Hollywood star and a princess, used her Hermes bag to hide her baby bump and
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H 11.03 in W 5.32 in L 15.75 in
Hermes Orange Clemence Leather Palladium Hardware Kelly Retourne 40 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
After Grace Kelly, the Hollywood star and a princess, used her Hermes bag to hide her baby bump and
Hermès Kelly Sellier 32 Bag, Crafted in Dark Brown Box Leather
By Hermès
Located in OUISTREHAM, FR
savoir-faire of the House of Hermès, this bag is the one for you. When Princess Grace Kelly was
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H 10.24 in W 5.12 in L 13.78 in
Hermes Black Box Calf Leather Gold Hardware Kelly Retourne 35 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
After Grace Kelly, the Hollywood star and a princess, used her Hermes bag to hide her baby bump and
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H 9.06 in W 4.14 in L 12.6 in
Hermes Gris Tourterelle Togo Leather Palladium Hardware Kelly Retourne 32 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
After Grace Kelly, the Hollywood star and a princess, used her Hermes bag to hide her baby bump and
Hermes Kelly 32 Rouge Grenat Veau Evercolor GHW
By Hermès
Located in Antwerp, BE
Monaco, Grace Kelly, the Hermès Kelly is one of most trendy sized and hard-to-get bag. The vibrant Rouge
Hermes Black Epsom Leather Kelly Sellier 32 PHW
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
designs in the world the Hermes Kelly was designed in the 1930's. Renamed after Princess Grace of Monaco
2000 Hermès Kelly Sellier 32 Bordeaux Box Calf PHW
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
and luxury. Princess Grace of Monaco fell in love with this bag while filming “To Catch a Thief”. A
Hermès Kelly 32cm White / Blanc Taurillon Clemence leather PHW
By Hermès
Located in Antwerp, BE
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*Never Used* Hermes Kelly 32 Sellier Gold Epsom PHW
By Hermès
Located in Antwerp, BE
“Saddle” and this was the first style to be designed and made popular by Princess Grace Kelly. You can
Hermes Etoupe Epsom Leather Mini Kelly Sellier II GHW
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
designs in the world the Hermes Kelly was designed in the 1930's. Renamed after Princess Grace of Monaco
1993 Hermes Kelly Sellier Black Box Calf 35 With GHW
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
luxury originally crafted for Princess Grace Kelly of Monaco herself! A classic staple every fashion
*RARE HSS* Hermès Kelly 28 Sellier Epsom Perso Craie x Gris Perle GHW
By Hermès
Located in Antwerp, BE
Brand New *RARE HSS* Hermès Kelly 28 Sellier Epsom Craie x Gris Perle GHW The Hermes Kelly stands
Hermès Kelly 35 Sellier Black Boxcalf GHW
By Hermès
Located in Antwerp, BE
The Hermès Kelly bag, named after the American actress and Monégasque princess Grace Kelly. This
Hermes Kelly - 28 - Green Box Leather - Vintage
By Hermès
Located in Boca Raton, FL
honor of Princess Grace Kelly of Monaco is a historic example of the house of Hermes at its finest
Hermès 1960s Sac Kelly 32 Bandouliere Black Box Leather Hand Bag strap Hermes
By Hermès
Located in PARIS, FR
Hermès Kelly bag, size 32, in black box leather and gold-tone hardware. The interior is lined in black leather with two slip pockets and one large slip pocket (not zippered). It incl...
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 ...
$8,995
H 8 in D 4 in L 12 in
Chanel Black Lambskin Leather Quilted Classic Double Flap Jumbo Bag w/ Gold HW
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Black Lambskin Leather Quilted Classic Double Flap Jumbo Bag with Silver Hardware Made In: France Color: Black Hardware: Goldtone Materials: Lambskin Leather Lining: Leathe...
Hermes Sunset Rainbow Sellier Birkin 35 Rare Limited Edition Bag
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a rare, limited edition Hermes 35 Birkin Sellier bag featured in Sunset Rainbow. This exquisite bag is a collectors treasures and very rare to market in new, never...
Hermes Kelly Depeches 38 Briefcase Electric Blue Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes coveted Kelly Depeches 38 briefcase. Very rare in Electric Blue. Epsom leather with Palladium hardware. Two large accordion compartments. Front wall ha...
Hermès Blue Frida Epsom Sellier Kelly 25 GHW
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Hermès Blue Frida Epsom Sellier Kelly 25 GHW SKU: Z151201 Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: Officially renamed in 1977, the Hermès Kelly was originally call...
Hermes Birkin Bag 50cm in Barenia Crinoline
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Do not miss out on this rare Hermès Birkin Bag 50cm in Barenia Crinoline—an extraordinary and rare piece that epitomizes luxury, craftsmanship, and timeless elegance. The generous 50...
$1,320Sale Price|20% Off
H 9 in D 3.5 in L 16 in
New Fendi Aspen Shearling and Suede FF Brown Hobo Tote Bag
By Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
Rare Fendi Shearling Aspen Bag Brand New * Stunning Rare Shearling Bag * Rich Soft Chocolate Brown * Full Shearling Lining and Piping * Rope Braided & Leather Strap * Two Front Snap...
Alexander McQueen F/W 2004 Beige Metallic Tweed Tie Neck Blazer & Skirt 2pc Suit
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Chicago, IL
Alexander McQueen F/W 2004 "Pantheon As Lecum" tweed skirt suit. As seen on the runway; look #3. Beige with copper and navy metallic basket weave wool blend fabric. Beautiful asymmet...
$29,748
H 5.52 in W 3.55 in L 7.88 in
Hermès Mini Kelly Bag Sellier 20 cm Navy Blue Box Leather Gold Hdw
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Adorable and Cutest ever Authentic Hermès Mini Kelly Sellier Version, rigid, so chic ! Made in France Vintage item (Z in circle, 1996) Made of box leather and yellow gold plated ...
Hermes Constance 24cm Limited Edition "Au Bout Du Monde" Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Sydney, New South Wales
Brand: Hermes Product: Constance 24cm Limited Edition "Au Bout Du Monde" Size: CM: 24 l x 15 h x 5 d INCH: 9.5 l x 7 h x 2 d Strap: Versatile design allows it to be worn as a sing...
HERMES green FEU2DOU Tote Vert Fonce Feutre & Gulliver leather
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès Feu2dou Tote in Vert Fonce Feutre (felt) and Gulliver Leather. Perforated "H" at front and leather tab closure. Unlined with a push button pocket against the ba...
$33,523
H 10 in W 14 in D 5 in
Hermès Kelly 35 So Black Box Calfskin with Black PVD Hardware Limited Edition
By Hermès
Located in Forest Park, GA
The Hermès Kelly 35 So Black is a study in quiet power and refined presence. Rendered in luminous black Box calf leather, its sleek surface reflects light with a subtle gloss that en...
Prada Brown Cotton Top Handle Doctor Bag
By Prada
Located in Paris, FR
Prada Brown cotton top handle Doctor bag featuring a brown canvas with grained ivory leather, silver tone hardware with top frame closure, black monogram nylon lining with inner zipp...
Hermès 1999 Sac Reteint Noir Birkin 35 Dyed Black Epsom Leather Hand Bag Hermes
By Hermès
Located in PARIS, FR
Hermès Birkin bag, size 35, in beige Epsom leather re-dyed in black and gold metal, keys, padlock, zipper, bell, dust bag, year 1999. Width 35 cm x height 25 cm x depth 18 cm, handle...
Vintage Oscar de la Renta Nude Color Ostrich Feather Embellished Dress Gown 10
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Montgomery, TX
An exquisite Oscar de la Renta evening gown, masterfully combining glamour and craftsmanship. Designed in a nude-toned illusion net base, the gown features intricate hand embroidery ...
For Hermès, what began as a maker of leather equestrian goods for European noblemen would eventually grow into one of the most storied fashion labels in the world. In 1837, German-born French entrepreneur Thierry Hermès opened a saddle and harness purveyor in Paris. Gradually, the house extended into accessories and luggage for its riders, and today, in paying homage to its origins, the family-run luxury brand resurfaces horse motifs in everything from clothing and modernist jewelry to pillows and handbags.
The first top-handled bag ever produced by Hermès was the Haut à courroies, which made its debut in 1892. A tall bag secured with a folded leather flap (fastened with bridle-inspired straps), it was designed to transport riding boots and a harness.
As the world made the switch from horse to automobile, the bag adapted, becoming a multifunctional travel satchel instead of a designated saddlebag. Today, 120 years later, the HAC remains in Hermès’s line — and its distinctive flap and clasping straps have laid the groundwork for some of the house’s other iconic bags.
In the 1930s, Robert Dumas (son-in-law to Émile-Maurice Hermès, Thierry’s grandson) designed a smaller, trapezoidal take on the flap bag with a handle and two side straps. Later, actress Grace Kelly, then engaged to Prince Rainier of Monaco, is said to have used one of these bags to conceal her pregnancy during the 1950s. Because she was photographed constantly, the coverage catapulted her handbag to international popularity.
In 1977, Hermès officially renamed the model for her, and the Kelly bag was born. Each Kelly bag takes between 18 and 25 hours to produce, and its 680 hand stitches owe solely to one Hermès artisan.
Robert Dumas was also responsible for another one of the brand’s most iconic offerings: the launch of its first silk scarf on the occasion of Hermès’s 100th anniversary in 1937. Based on a woodblock designed by Dumas and printed on Chinese silk, the accessory was an immediate hit.
Today, vintage Hermès scarves, typically adorned in rich colors and elaborate patterns, serve many functions, just as they did back then. Well-heeled women wear it on their heads, around their necks and, in a genius piece of cross-promotion, tied to the straps of their Hermès bags. Kelly even once used one as a sling for her broken arm.
In 1981, Robert Dumas’s son Jean-Louis Dumas, then Hermès chairman, found himself sitting next to French actress and musician Jane Birkin on a plane, where she was complaining about finding a suitable carryall for the necessary accoutrements of motherhood. After the two travelers were properly introduced, Birkin helped design Jean-Louis’s most famous contribution to the Hermès canon: the Birkin bag, a roomy, square catchall with the HAC’s trademark leather flap top and the addition of a lock and key.
Owing to the brand’s legendary commitment to deft, handcrafted construction, the Birkin is an investment that is coveted by collectors everywhere.
While the Kelly and Birkin may be standouts, gracing the arms of everyone from royal heiresses to hip-hop stars in the past few decades, the handbags are but a small part of Hermès’s fashion offerings.
Since the 1920s, the brand has produced some of the most desirable leather goods in the world. There’s the Constance bag, a favorite of Jacqueline Kennedy, the recently relaunched 1970s-era Evelyne and, on the vintage market, a slew of designs dating back to the 1920s.
Good design never goes out of style. Find a variety of vintage Hermès handbags, day dresses, shoes and more on 1stDibs.
An integral part of fashion, handbags and purses have been indispensable accessories ever since we began to carry around personal items. Level of craftsmanship, style and shape matters — from coin purses in ancient Greece to early 20th-century opera bags and onward, handbags have evolved considerably over the years to meet our needs and desires, whether or not you happen to be prioritizing functionality over a flashy exterior.
Once, a single “It” handbag ruled each fashion season. No more. Today, lovers of vintage handbags are savvier and have a wider range of shopping options. Nevertheless, classics created by the likes of Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.
“It is not a fashion bag — it is a statement bag,” says Mightychic's Debra Kent of Hermès's widely beloved accessories. “When you carry an iconic Hermès bag — Birkin, Kelly, Constance — no one knows how long you have been into this culture or if you are a newbie. Your status is validated immediately.”
First released in 1997, Fendi's Baguette rose to fame along with Carrie Bradshaw, the Sex and the City character portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker. Recently, the design has seen such a resurgence in popularity that Fendi has reissued it.
They are part of design history, so owning a handbag has meaning. As New York–based fashion historian Sarah C. Byrd says, “You have made the choice to invest in this piece because you understand the value of it in the past and in the future to come.”
From a 1980s Chanel black leather quilted mini buckle bag to the rare Hermès Birkin 30cm Himalayan with diamond hardware to a range of 19th-century bags, find a rich variety of vintage and designer handbags and purses spanning numerous brands on 1stDibs — seasonal “It” designation no longer needed.
What these styles lack in name recognition they more than make up for in cachet.
Before the Birkin there was the Haut à Courroies, which has become the chic carryall of choice for the league's most stylish athletes.
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Find out why this under-the-radar piece is so exceptional.
The iconic Birkin bag is much coveted — and often copied. Find out how to tell the real deal from a convincing fake. Of course, you don't have to worry about this on 1stDibs, where every seller is highly vetted.
More than a fashion statement, this iconic style continually appreciates in value.
A symbol of luxury and elegance, the design has a storied past and a legion of devoted collectors.
When the name of a bag is as well-known as its brand, you know it's a classic.