Hermes Black Leather Gloves with Silk Lining in Original Box
By Hermès
Located in New Hope, PA
These supple black leather gloves have a white silk lining which bears the Hermes label. They are
Hermes Black Leather Gloves with Silk Lining in Original Box
By Hermès
Located in New Hope, PA
These supple black leather gloves have a white silk lining which bears the Hermes label. They are
Hermes Paris Black Wool Leather Trim Hat Labeled Motsch Chapeaux Pour Hermes
By Hermès
Located in University City, MO
Hermes Paris Black felt wool leather trim hat labeled Motsch Chapeaux Pour Hermes Size 56 Small
Hermès 1990s Patterned Jumper
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
collar. This item carries the Hermès authenticity label.
HERMES Vintage Minéraux Silk Shirt Blouse
By Hermès
Located in Nice, FR
Hermès Paris cuff links Label reads HERMES Paris Exclusif Made in France. Signed in the motif HERMES
1970s Hermès Black Rollneck Jumper
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
black and gold baroque print, a notable Hermès feature. This item carries the Hermès authenticity label.
1970s Hermes Silk and Velvet Jacket
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
item carries the Hermes authenticity label. Vintage designer jackets sourced by Stelios Hawa with the
1970s HERMES Brown And creme Silk Print Jacket
By Hermès
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1970s Chic HERMES Silk Jacket/ Blazer silk print in Brown and creme. label : HERMES Sport Fit size
Hermès Large Terry Towel Golf Clubs and Balls Embroidered
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
inches) Condition: Never used. Has been washed (which is why the Hermès Paris label has turned red). May
$1,598Sale Price|25% Off
HERMES Vintage Iconic Bolduc Print Silk Shirt Blouse
By Hermès
Located in Nice, FR
. - Front button down closure - 2 buttons on each cuff. Label reads HERMES PARIS Made in France. Size tag
$1,067Sale Price|25% Off
HERMES Vintage Neige d'Antan Silk & Cashmere Sweater
By Hermès
Located in Nice, FR
HERMES Paris vintage NEIGE D'ANTAN silk & cashmere sweater. Label reads HERMES PARIS EXCLUSIF Made
$2,900Sale Price|30% Off
HERMES Vintage Grand Cortege à Moscou Silk Jacket
By Hermès
Located in Nice, FR
pockets. - Fully lined. Label reads HERMES Paris Made in France. Missing size tag. Please refer to
Vintage HERMES Gold Horn Moss Green Velvet Tuxedo Belt
By Hermès
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
front and iconic Hermes' horn button at the centre. - Fully lined with Hermes logos. - Label reads
$1,067Sale Price|25% Off
Hermes Vintage Feux d'Artifice 150th Anniversary Silk Vest
By Hermès
Located in Nice, FR
gold toned hardware. - Black lining. Label reads HERMES PARIS EXCLUSIF MADE IN FRANCE. Printed ©
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
Hermes Paris Khaki Cotton Blend Womens Jacket Circa 1980s
By Hermès
Located in University City, MO
lining Makes a stylish timeless garment labeled: Hermes Paris Made in France Size 42. As a vintage size
$1,243Sale Price|30% Off
Hermes Vintage "Pavement" Silk Print Jacket and Skirt Ensemble
By Hermès
Located in Nice, FR
HERMES Paris Made in France. Composition label is missing on jacket. Composition label read (on skirt
$1,775Sale Price|25% Off
Hermes Vintage Feux d'Artifice 150th Anniversary Pleated Silk Skirt
By Hermès
Located in Nice, FR
hook closure. Label reads HERMES Paris Exclusif Made in France. Size tag reads : 44. Please check
HERMES Vintage Ex-Libris Bibliothèque by Hugo Grygkar Silk Bodysuit Size L
By Hermès
Located in Nice, FR
throuhgout. Gold tone logo button at back center neck. Button closure at the crotch. Label reads HERMES
Hermes Paris, Rare French Silver Smoking Set, c 1930
By Hermès
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
PARIS', contained in a fitted case labelled 'HERMES 24 FAUBG ST HONORE PARIS' This original Rare 1930s
Silver
$1,956Sale Price|25% Off
Hermes Vintage Feux d'Artifice 150th Anniversary Silk Hooded Blouse
By Hermès
Located in Nice, FR
HERMES Paris vintage extremely rare "FEUX D'ARTIFICE" print silk hooded blouse. 1987 limited
$5,031
H 41.5 in W 41.5 in D 1.5 in
A fine framed Hermès 90 silk square of Ludvicus Magnus (Louis XIV)
By Hermès
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
a chain and a bugle, all below a sunburst, a label stating ‘Hermès-Paris’. French, circa 1963
Silk
$16,700Sale Price|24% Off
H 1 in W 75.5 in D 63 in
Rare Hermès Paris Guanaco Fur and Wool Blanket, c 1980s France, Signed
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
often requiring waitlists to acquire. Signed with a 'Hermès Paris' vintage label, a mark of its
Fur, Wool
$640Sale Price|20% Off
Hermes Exclusif 1970's Red Silk Damask Blouse with attached scarf-Size 36
By Hermès
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Hermes Exclusif Label 1970's Red Silk Damask Blouse with attached scarf-Size 36. The Exclusif
Vintage Hermes Gold Zodiac Print Scarf Maxi Dress
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
trapeze style No Label - Scarf Marked "Hermes Paris" Excellent Vintage Condition
$10,891
H 70.87 in W 15.75 in D 34.65 in
Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Leather Black Metal Floor Lamp Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Vienna, AT
exposed his beautiful works. Up to the 1950s Jacques Adnet worked together with the fashion label Hermès. .
Metal
Rare Hermes Les Poulains Silk Scarf by Xavier de Poret, 1960
By Hermès
Located in Bethesda, MD
and also features the Hermes label. It measures 90cm X 90cm. Xavier de Poret was a well known
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Hermes Silk Top - Vintage - Mint Condition
By Hermès
Located in Boca Raton, FL
and white. A typical Hermes pattern. The Hermes label is on the bottom of both sleeves and also
Vintage Hermes Yellow, Gold & Ivory Silk Cloche / Bucket Hat w/ Bow
By Hermès
Located in Houston, TX
center and a gold rope and floral theme. Make: Hermes (label reads Hermes Paris) Place of manufacture
Hermes Deep Red Wool Jacket, 1990s
By Hermès
Located in London, Chelsea
. Label / Designer: Hermes Period: 1990’s Origin: France Materials: Virgin Wool; Rayon (lining
Hermes Printed Silk Quilted Coat, 1980s
By Hermès
Located in London, Chelsea
that are peculiar to Hermes. Label / Designer: Hermes Period: 1980’s Origin: France Materials: Silk
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Cherry Red Hermes Driving Gloves
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes cherry red lambskin leather driving gloves. Size 7. Buttery soft leather. Fitted with a
Hermes Envelope Clutch Bag, 1970s
By Hermès
Located in Milan, Italy
shoulder strap that could be removed and a Button closure. Good vintage condition Label: HERMES cucito a
Hermes Red Wool Crepe Jacket, 1980s
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
pads. LABEL – Hermes, Paris SIZE - 42 FABRIC/FIBRE/MATERIAL – 100% Wool crepe, Lining 100% Acetate
1990's Hermes Taupe Quilted Jacket
By Hermès
Located in London, Chelsea
silver-tone pressure buttons down the front saying ‘Hermes Paris’ on them. Label / Designer: Hermes
1970s HERMÈS PARIS Print Satin and Wool "Dolcevita" Sweater
By Hermès
Located in Milan, Italy
shoulder closure and turtle neck. Made In France Good Vintage condition Label: Hermès - Paris Fabric
Vintage Hermes silk & wool sweater Cols Verts
Located in San Francisco, CA
Beautiful vintage wool and silk sweater by Hermes Paris. Made in France. Labeled size 40, fits up
Cliffs
By Didier Massard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
world of fashion and cosmetics, photographing for labels including Chanel, Hermes, and many others. He
Carousel
By Didier Massard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
world of fashion and cosmetics, photographing for labels including Chanel, Hermes, and many others
Windmills
By Didier Massard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
world of fashion and cosmetics, photographing for labels including Chanel, Hermes, and many others
Vintage Hermes Black & Gold Silk Print Blouse Shirt Top
By Hermès
Located in Studio City, CA
A vintage Hermes black and gold print silk blouse without an Hermes label at back neck. My guess is
Vintage HERMES Globe Silk Bow Turban Hat
By Hermès
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
- Cotton lining, HERMES label has been removed. - Excellent vintage condition.
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Hermes Silk Hat
By Hermès
Located in New Hope, PA
interior is completely lined and has a grosgrain hat band bearing the Hermes label. The hat is in
Hermes navy blue double face wool casmhere pea jacket
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes navy blue double face wool cashmere pea jacket. Besides the Hermes label,there is a Bonwit
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Size: Dimensions: 86 cm x 89 cm
A Hermès Square Scarf "Feux d'artifice" (Fireworks) by Michel Duchêne, Edition 1
By Hermès
Located in Toulon, FR
the designer house Hermes. Label Hermes in the center of the motif and in the lower left corner. Three
Hermès Twill Silk Scarf "Springs" by Philippe Ledoux
By Hermès
Located in Banner Elk, NC
ribbon. Year Made: 1998 Authenticity Details: Hermès label. Material(s): Silk Twill Grading: GRADE 1
Hermès Twill SIlk Scarf "Springs" by Philippe Ledoux
By Hermès
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Hermès ribbon. Year Made: 1998 Authenticity Details: Hermès label. Material(s): Silk Twill Grading
Hermès "Animaux Solaires" Twill Silk Scarf by Zoe Pauwels, circa 1994.
By Hermès
Located in Banner Elk, NC
original box and Hermès ribbon. Year Made: 1994 Authenticity Details: Hermès label. Material(s): Silk Twill
Hermès "Grand Manège" Twill Silk Scarf by Henri d'Origny, circa 1993.
By Hermès
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Authenticity Details: Hermès label. Material(s): Silk Twill Grading: GRADE 1: This item exhibits no signs of
Hermès "Les Folies du Ciel" Silk Scarf by Loïc Dubigeon, circa 1984.
By Hermès
Located in Banner Elk, NC
. Comes with original box and Hermès ribbon. Year Made: 1984 Authenticity Details: Hermès label. Material
Hermès "Les Plaisirs Du Froid" Silk Twill Scarf by Hugo Grygkar
By Hermès, Hugo Grygkar
Located in Banner Elk, NC
original box and Hermès ribbon. Year Made: 1991 Authenticity Details: Hermès label. Material(s): Silk
Hermès "Le Monde du Polo" Silk Scarf by Chantal de Crissey circa 1988.
By Hermès
Located in Banner Elk, NC
ribbon. Year Made: 1988 Authenticity Details: Hermès label. Material(s): Silk Twill Grading: GRADE 1
Hermès "Les Tambours" Red Silk Scarf by Joachim Metz, circa 1989.
By Joachim Metz, Hermès
Located in Banner Elk, NC
: 1989 Authenticity Details: Hermès label. Material(s): Silk Twill Grading: GRADE 1: This item exhibits
Hermès "Les Plaisirs Du Froid" Silk Twill Scarf by Hugo Grygkar, 1991.
By Hermès, Hugo Grygkar
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Hermès ribbon. Year Made: 1991 Authenticity Details: Hermès label. Material(s): Silk Twill Grading
Hermès "Eperon d'Or" Twill Silk Scarf by Henri d'Origny
By Henri D'Origny, Hermès
Located in Banner Elk, NC
box and Hermès ribbon. Year Made: 1991 Authenticity Details: Hermès label. Material(s): Silk Twill
Hermès "Les Voitures a Transform" Silk Scarf by Françoise De La Perriere, 1967.
By Hermès
Located in Banner Elk, NC
makeup stain. Edges are still very plump. Hermes label is missing, but has been authenticated. Comes with
Hermès "Royal Mews" Silk Scarf by Françoise De La Perriere, 1993.
By Hermès
Located in Banner Elk, NC
: Originally issued in 1993. Authenticity Details: Hermès label as well as artists name within. Material(s
Hermès "Eperon d'Or" Twill Silk Scarf by Henri d'Origny, circa 1991.
By Henri D'Origny, Hermès
Located in Banner Elk, NC
: 1991 Authenticity Details: Hermès label. Material(s): Silk Twill Grading: GRADE 1: This item exhibits
Hermes Vintage Kachina Legging
By Hermès
Located in Nice, FR
HERMES Paris Exclusif. Composition label reads : 80% Polyamide / 20% Lycra. Size label reads : 40
Hermes Paris Nautical Sailboat Silk Necktie in Hermes box c 1980s
By Hermès
Located in University City, MO
Makes a very stylish accessory perfect for the sailing enthusiast Labeled: Hermes Paris Made in France
Vintage Hermes Leather Blanket
By Hermès
Located in New Hope, PA
, Paris. Designed in the early part of the 20th century this blanket bears the label of Hermes Freres in
Hermes Paris Cloth Artisan Embroidered Tassel Belt in Hermes Box c 1970s
By Hermès
Located in University City, MO
black taffeta Makes a striking unique accessory The belt is labeled Hermes Paris on the interior The
HERMES Vintage Grand Manège Legging
By Hermès
Located in Nice, FR
HERMES vintage GRAND MANEGE legging designed by HENRI D'ORIGNY. Label reads HERMES Paris Exclusif
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Size: 90 cm x 86 cm
Hermès Carré or Scarf "Mémoire d'Hermès" by Caty Latham-Audibert Circa 1997 (?)
By Hermès
Located in Toulon, FR
clients, etc. Label Hermès at the lower left corner indicating Hermès Paris and signature of Latham in the
Vintage Hermes Corduroy Jacket w/Leather Trim
By Hermès
Located in Studio City, CA
clean it) and a 1" horizontal run in the fabric of the interior lining. Labeled: Hermes Department
Hermes Vintage Flowers and Birds Silk Turban Hat
By Hermès
Located in Nice, FR
. Grosgrain headband. Structured. Label reads HERMES Paris. Indicative measurements : circumference approx
Hermes Paris Sumptuous Scarlet Silk Charmeuse Blouse c 1970s
By Hermès
Located in University City, MO
matching silk covered buttons that run down the front Labeled Hermes Paris Made in France Size 44
Vintage 1956 Hermès Silk Scarf by Xavier De Poret
By Hermès
Located in Nashville, TN
animal and hunter landscape artworks. Label: Hermès Measurements of the Scarf Width: 35 inches
Hermes for "Wear Right" Red & White Striped Gloves Size 6
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a pair of darling little gloves from Hermes. The label reads "Wear Right" exclusive USA
Hermes Vintage Feux d'Artifice 150th Anniversary Silk Hooded Blouse
By Hermès
Located in Nice, FR
HERMES Paris vintage extremely rare "FEUX D'ARTIFICE" print silk hooded blouse. 1987 limited
HERMES NWT Moss Green Ribbed Cotton/Silk ButtonDown Cardigan - Sz Medium
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes NWT Moss Green Ribbed Cotton/Silk Button Down Cardigan - Sz Medium Made in Italy
Hermes silk twill blouse Ispahan by Maurice Tranchant very rare 1960s
By Hermès
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Hermes Ispahan by Maurice Tranchant labeled Hermes Boutique Sport, very rare 1960s...The rare
HERMES c.1993 Maurice De Taquoy "Courses a Chantilly" Equestrian Race Silk Scarf
By Hermès
Located in Thiensville, WI
; 1993 Reissue Label(s): Hermès Paris, Maurice Taquoy Designer: Maurice De Taquoy Manufacturer Style Name
HERMES c.2000’s Blue Gold Toggle Bustier Halter Top One Piece Bathing Swimsuit
By Hermès
Located in Thiensville, WI
HERMES c.2000’s Blue Gold Toggle Bustier Halter Top One Piece Bathing Swimsuit Circa: 2000’s Label
HERMES Lord & Taylor Brown Trompe L'oeil Knit Print Oblong Wool Lined Silk Scarf
By Hermès
Located in Thiensville, WI
print; solid brown panels at each end of scarf. Hermes and Lord & Taylor labels at bottom left exterior
HERMES c.1973 "Berry" Navy Blue Box Calf Leather Double Top Handle Tote Handbag
By Hermès
Located in Thiensville, WI
Circa: c.1973 Label(s): Hermes Paris Style: Berry Color(s): Navy Blue Lined: Yes Unmarked Fabric Content
HERMES c.1970 "Kelly Retourne" 28 cm Black Box Calf Leather Top Handle Purse
By Hermès
Located in Thiensville, WI
: c.1970 Label(s): Hermes Paris Style: Kelly Retourne Color(s): Black Lined: Yes Marked Fabric Content
Rare Hermes Fur Throw Blanket
Located in Pawtucket, RI
over a cashmere/wool blend backing. Signed with a cloth label that reads "Hermès Paris Sellier"
Fur, Wool
Hermes Paris & Ravinet d'Enfert, a Rare French Silver Smoking Set
Located in Long Island City, NY
'HERMES PARIS', contained in a fitted case labelled 'HERMES 24 FAUBG ST HONORE PARIS' Measures
Silver
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H 2.5 in W 11.5 in D 8.5 in
Hermes Paris & Ravinet d'Enfert, a Rare French Silver-Gilt Smoking Set
By Ravinet D' Enfert
Located in Long Island City, NY, NY
piece hallmarked, further engraved 'HERMES PARIS', contained in a fitted case labelled 'HERMES 24 FAUBG
Silver
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H 2.5 in W 11.5 in D 8.5 in
Hermes Paris & Ravinet d'Enfert, a Rare French Silver-Gilt Smoking Set
Located in Long Island City, NY
piece hallmarked, further engraved 'HERMES PARIS', contained in a fitted case labelled 'HERMES 24 FAUBG
Silver
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H 28.35 in W 18.12 in D 13.39 in
Postmodern Kidney-Shaped Shagreen Pedestal with Brass Trim, C1980s/90
By R & Y Augousti
Located in Hastings, GB
Hermes orange brown. No makers labels, but it would've been a high-end piece. Shagreen is an expensive
Brass
Hermes Ballet et la Musique Chiffon Souffle Large Scarf
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes, label: Made in France. 1980's France. L 35" x 35"
Versace SS 2005 Madonna Ad Campaign Backless Silk Dress
By Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous light yellow stretch silk dress as featured in Versace's notable 2005 ad campaign. It has a shirt collar, fold up elbow length sleeves with functional tabs, 2 chest flap p...
$527
Size: Recommended; Medium / UK 8-10
2000s DOLCE & GABBANA Black Mohair sheer Cream lace trim mini slip dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Sheffield, GB
Delicate 2000s DOLCE & GABBANA Black Mohair and Cream lace trimmed mini slip dress, featuring fully adjustable shoulder straps and pretty bow detail at the front. The mohair is semi...
Hermès Black Epsom Leather Clic 16
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès Black Epsom Leather Clic 16 Product Details Xupes Ref: HB5652 Brand: Hermès Model: Clic 16 Type: Shoulder, Crossbody Serial Number: Y Age: 2020 Accompanied By: Hermès Box, Sm...
$1,850
Size: none; comparable to size XS
Will Steinman New Look Pink Blue Strapless Back Bow Ballerina Dress - XS, 1950s
By Will Steinman
Located in Tucson, AZ
Pure spun-sugar perfection, right down to the cotton candy colors. Visible beneath the silver lattice-embroidered top skirt, the ruffled attached petticoat provides volume enough to ...
BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Iridescent Lilac Beaded Evening Bag
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Badgley Mischka Vintage Heavily embellished with sequins, crystals, and beading Iridescent lilac purple with pinks Ornate silver hardware and unique chain Pristine Measurements in in...
GIVENCHY c. 1960’s Early Haute Couture Dark Brown Wool Princess Coat Jacket
By Givenchy
Located in Thiensville, WI
GIVENCHY c. 1960’s Early Haute Couture Dark Brown Wool Princess Coat Jacket Circa: 1960’s Label(s): Givenchy Style: Princess Coat Color(s): Brown Lined: Yes Unmarked Fabric Cont...
Alexander McQueen F/W 2010 “Angels & Demons” Medieval Art Royalty Gown Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Chicago, IL
From Alexander McQueen’s final collection, this spectacular piece features digitally printed imagery depicting Medieval religious artwork from German painter Stefan Lochner. The artw...
$923
Size: 40 on tag but fit 38/ M
Brown double-breasted wool bouclette jacket with buckle THIERRY MUGLER
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Brown double-breasted wool bouclette jacket with silver metal buckle. on the left side. Main fabric composition: 90% wool, 10% nylon. Acetate lining. Shoulder pad. Cut-work. SIZE 40...
$3,500
Size: One-Size-Fits-All
1970s Yves Saint Laurent Avante Gard Turkish-Inspired Spiral Toque w Tassel
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Gresham, OR
1970s Yves Saint Laurent Avant Garde Turkish-Inspired Spiral Toque w Tassel: Very rare, one-of-a-kind black Fall/Winter fur felt sculpted to the heavens in a tiered spiral twist---a ...
$535Sale Price|50% Off
Bally Astara Crocodile Embossed Leather Pencil Miniskirt
By Bally
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
This Bally Astara pencil miniskirt is crafted from crocodile-embossed leather with a sleek, form-fitting silhouette. A concealed back zip closure completes the design. Banded waist B...
Pierre Balmain Couture Ballgown 1955 Iconic Gown Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Berlin, BE
'La Robe Broderie À Ramages' PIERRE BALMAIN PARIS Made In France, ca.1955 Majestic evening gown in silk and cream satin with the most astonishing embroiderery by PIERRE BALMAIN Haut...
1980s Escada Vintage Black + White Polka Dot Striped Print Strapless Dress
By Amen Wardy, Escada Margaretha Ley
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1980s black and white strapless tube dress by Margaretha Ley for Escada with a polka dot and stripe print. Fully lined with rear zip closure. The marked size is 34, and the d...
1950s Black and White Pearl Encrusted Vintage 50s Saucer Hat and Purse Bag
Located in San Diego, CA
Unbelievably chic black and white straw saucer wide brim hat and matching bag set! Features a navy blue and white woven straw on both pieces. Hat features an extra wide brim, and has...
Giuseppe Di Morabito 2000s “Naked” Strapless Mini Dress Covered w/Crystals
By Giuseppe Zanotti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fully embellished with sparkling crystals, this Giuseppe Di Morabito strapless mini dress is a shining example of the ever-popular "naked dress" that evolves with the trends of every...
$1,840Sale Price|43% Off
GUCCI brown Ostrich leather LARGE Shoulder Bag
By Gucci
Located in Zürich, CH
Gucci large tote bag in pale brown ostrich leather. Lined in ochre monogram canvas with one zip pocket against the back. Has been carried with some soft color transfer, bag is slight...
Hermès Portefeuille pochette 2010 Kelly Black Epsom Leather Wallet Clutch Hermes
By Hermès
Located in PARIS, FR
Hermès Kelly model wallet in black leather (Epsom) and silver metal (palladium), 2 large interior compartments separated by a zipped coin purse with pull tab in the Kelly padlock mot...
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.
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.
Does wicker get more high-end than this?
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.
The beloved Bolide, one of the luxury house’s classic travel pieces, gets a playful spin in this 2018 special edition.
From Chanel to YSL, the logos of some legacy fashion houses spark instant brand recognition and have come to symbolize a kind of luxury that feels at once aspirational and attainable.
More than a fashion statement, this iconic style continually appreciates in value.