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.
Hermès Silk Scarf "Chevalerie" 1967
By Hermès, Caty Latham
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Hermès Silk Scarf "Chevalerie" 1967. This beautiful scarf was designed by Caty Latham in 1967, with only one edition this scarf can be considered a collectible and is really sought a...
Hermes R.M.S. Card Holder Blue Nuit Evercolor Calfskin
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes R.M.S. Card Holder featured in rich Bleu Nuit. In beautiful Evercolor calfskin leather - a small, satiny grain with suppleness. Sn...
Hermès Silk Scarf Gavroche Brides de Gala Love Pink Beige 42 cm
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Cute and Lovely Authentic Hermès Scarf Print: "Brides de Gala Love" "Gavroche" Version, which can be used as scarf or pocket square, or knotted around the handle of your Hermès bag...
Hermes Medium Tote Bag
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermes Grey cotton canvas “Toto” clutch bag featuring bicolor ribbon, inside pockets and a top zip logo fastening. Circa 1990s 100%cotton In good vintage condition . Made in France....
Hermès Kelly Sellier 32 Noir/Black Niloticus Crocodile Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Berlin, DE
Hermès Kelly Sellier 32 in noir and niloticus crocodile leather with gold hardware. The bag has been worn but still in very good condition: small scratches on the hardware, small spo...
Hermes Chypre White Calfskin Sandal 40 / 10
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a limited edition Hermes Chypre Sandal featured in White. Calfskin with black anatomical insole and H embossed Black rubber sole. Strap across foot is adjustable wi...
new Hermes Collectible Pawnee Pani La Shar Black Scarf
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès silk twill Pani La Shar Pawnee 90cm scarf in a black and green trim. Designed by U.S. artist Kermit Oliver. Brand new with box and ribbon included.
Hermes, Arcs en Ciel silk scarf
By Hermès
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Hermes, arcs en ciel silk scarf. A few small stains overall in good condition.
Hermes Gold Lambskin Leather Cadenas Gloves
By Hermès
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Gold lambskin leather hermes gloves with padlock details. Beautiful piece. Gold leather with palladium hardware detailing. Minor signs of use. Size 8. Comes with box.
HERMÉS KELLY BAG 2 WAY 35 cm CHEVRE LEATHER, black, collection B - 1998
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Hermès
Located in Stuttgart, DE
HERMÉS KELLY BAG 35 cm, black Chevre leather (Made in France), Collection B = 1998 and in very good condition! CHEVRE LEATHER - very insentive! Measurement: Width of the bag 35 cm...
Hermès Beige x Brown Toile Marwari Hobo Shoulder Bag 861966
By Hermès
Located in Dix hills, NY
EXCELLENT VINTAGE CONDITION (8/10 or AB) (Outside) Minor rubbing Width (inch) : 11.4 inch(approx) Width (cm) : 29 cm(approx) Height (inch) : 10.2 inch(approx) Hei...
Hermès Les Haras Nationaux Silk Scarf
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès mint "Les haras Nationaux" black , white, cream silk scarf. Deisgned by Hubert de Watrigant. Hand rolled edges and care tag attached.
Hermès Vintage Silk Sarf Cheval Turc Vauzelles Lovely and Rare Colorways 90 cm
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Gorgeous Authentic Hermès Scarf Pattern: "Cheval Turc" (Turkish horse) Designed by Christiane Vauzelles in 1970 / This one is a reissue Super rare col...
Hermes Samarcande Paperweight Terracotta Lacquered Wood
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Samarcnade paperweight featured in Terracotta lacquered wood. Crafted in layers of hand lacquered wood, and sanded to reveal the beauty of the colour. This exquisite paperweight can serve as a stand alone. No longer produced in the lacquered finish. Leather base stamped...
2017 Hermès Celeste, Capucine & Ambre Epsom Leather Camail Key Holder Charm
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
HERMÈS Celeste, Capucine & Ambre Epsom Leather Camail Key Holder Charm Serial Number: A Age (Circa): 2017 Accompanied By: Hermès Box Authenticity Details: Date Stamp (Made in ...
Hermès Lien 32 mm Cuir T75 Black Gold Reversible Leather Belt Strap US28 Hermes
By Hermès
Located in PARIS, FR
Hermès leather belt strap, 3.2 cm wide, reversible in smooth black "box" leather on one side and grained gold leather on the other, made in 2010. Size 75, strap width 3.2 cm (for H o...
Hermes Calvi Vert D'Eau Matte Alligator Card Holder
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Calvi card holder featured in rare Vert D'Eau Matte Alligator. Palladium snap closure. The card holder has 2 slots for busines...
Hermés Reversible Constance Black & Maroon Calf & Epsom Leather Belt
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Hermés Reversible Constance Belt in striking black and maroon calf and Epsom leather offers both versatility and timeless elegance. The sophisticated design features a sleek, reversi...
Hermes Kelly Wide Belt Grey Camel Palladium HW - New
By Hermès
Located in Ottawa, CA
Hermes Belt Kelly Wide Grey Palladium HW NEW - 2501111819 Brand: Hermès Type: Women Leather Belt Model Name: Kelly Wide Artist: NA Material: Etoupe Swift LEather Type of hardware: P...
Hermès Kelly 28 Touch Noir/Black Alligator Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Berlin, DE
Hermès Kelly 28 in touch noir alligator leather with gold hardware. The bag is unworn and comes as full set including the original receipt and Cites. Stamp C (2018)
Hermes Toile & Vache Hunter Leather Herbag Zip 31 Bag Matching Pouch - Full Set
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Brand New - Hermes Toile & Vache Canvas & Leather Hunter Herbag Zip 31 Bag & Matching Pouch Iconic handbag crafted from a combination of Toile canvas in Ardoise for the ...
Hermès Kelly 25cm Blue Zanzibar Sellier Chèvre Leather with Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Hermès Kelly 25cm Sellier in Blue Zanzibar Epsom, presented in a compact, highly structured silhouette that reads refined and elevated on the body while still maintaining a strong vi...
1stdibs Exclusives Hermès Constance 24cm “Marble” Silk Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Sydney, New South Wales
Brand: Hermes Product: Constance 24cm Limited Edition 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 single or doubled strap...
Vintage Hermes Men's 1970s Silk Neck Tie in Brown, Orange and Maroon Plaid
By Hermès
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare 70s HERMES men's silk necktie! Features abstract plaid print in warm autumnal tones of brown, burgundy and orange. Great with a suit, blazer or with j...
Hermes Izmir Sandal Marine Epsom Leather Men's Shoes Flat 42 / 9
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a pair of Hermes Men's Izmir sandal featured in Marine - a deep navy blue. The iconic H cutout over the top of the foot in sublime calfskin leather. Sophisticated c...
Hermès Violet Clair Veau Doblis Suede Verrou Chaine Mini
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès Violet Clair Veau Doblis Suede Verrou Chaine Mini Product Details Xupes Ref: CB1601 Brand: Hermès Model: Verrou Chaine Mini Type: Shoulder Serial Number: Z Age: 2021 Accompan...
Hermes Mosaique Au 24 Dessert Plate Platinum Set of 2 New w/Box
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Mosaique Au 24 Platinum Dessert Plate Set of 2 in porcelain. The mosaic motif reflects the mosaic floor at t...
Hermès Black Epsom Sellier Kelly 28 PHW
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Hermès Black Epsom Sellier Kelly 28 PHW SKU: Z154249 Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: Officially renamed in 1977, the Hermès Kelly was originally called th...
HERMES blue & red silk twill 668 ROPE & RING Tie
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermes Ropes & Rings ties in dark blue and red silk twill (100%). Has been worn and is in excellent condition. No Box. Measurements Model 668 Length 156cm (60.8in) Wi...
Hermes BREAKFAST CUP AND SAUCER MOSAIQUE 24 GOLD
By Hermès
Located in London, England
Hermes big Breakfast cup and saucer in porcelain With Decorative mosaics are screen-printed and applied by hand using gold tiles. With its geometric pattern, the Mosaique au 24 gold...
Hermes La Rosee - Silk Shawl 140 - Silk Crepe - Pink - MWOCT - Rare!
By Hermès
Located in Ottawa, CA
La Rosee Silk Shawl 140 Crepe Pink - MWOCT - 2411111745 Brand: Hermès Type/Model: Shawl 140 Mousseline (Silk Crêpe/Georgette) Name Design: La Rosée, Dew Artist: Anne Gavarni Size: 1...
Hermès Set of 2 Ties Castle and Fleur-de-Lis Prints in Silk
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Set of 2 Beautiful and Rare Authentic Hermès Ties Castle matches Fleur-de-lis, because the fleur-de-lys (in french) is the symbol of the coat of arms of royal France, at the time of the monarchy, kings and castles Left one: Castles print...
Hermès Ashtray Change Tray Dancer
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This Hermès “Dancer” Change Tray/Ashtray is a refined porcelain accessory adorned with a theatrical dancer motif in vivid, rich hues, framed by vibrant bo...
Hermes Kelly Depeches 25 Pouch Blue Ocean Galop D'Hermes Vache Palladium
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Kelly Depeches 25 Pouch featured in Bleu Ocean very rare Galop D'Hermes Vache leather. Timeless richly satu...
Hermes Groom Stable Bucket Oak Wood Leather Handle New
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes equestrian grooming stable bucket features oak wood. Cowhide handle with stainless steel ring. Hermes Sellier Paris signature in black. This equestrian p...
Hermes Samarcande Chess Set Sycamore Mahogany Crocodile Handles New w/ Box
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Samarcande Chess Set. Composed of Natural Sycamore and Mahogany wood. Beautiful contrasting wood pieces. Gorgeous Bleu El...
Hermès Porcelain Blue Geometric Ashtray
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès signature ashtray with geometric design in blue, white and gold. Suede stamped underneath. Made in France. Excellent condition.
New in Box Hermes Birkin 25 Togo Gold/Palladium Bag
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès rare and collectible 25cm Birkin in gold togo leather with palladium hardware. Handle drop, 3"L. Date stamp Z fro 2025. Brand new in box with full set: lock, two keys, clochet...
Hermes by H.d Origny Black Silk Ascot Scarf
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermès black silk scarf ascot by H.d' Origny featuring an all-over print, a yellow border and a center pleat. Circa 1970s 100%silk In good vintage condition. Made in France. 42.1 in...
Hermès Legging FR38 Thalassa Cotton Jersey Leggings Pants Intl M US28 Hermes
By Hermès
Located in PARIS, FR
Hermès Thalassa leggings or long johns circa 1990 in soft cotton knit with multi-colored print (boats), elastic waist. No size label but the measurements (without stretching the knit...
Hermes Plaid Hand Woven Avalon 100%Cashmere Cyan / Carmin 140x185CM Blanket NEW
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Blanket in hand-woven cashmere 100% cashmere Color Cyan / Carmin Retail over $4500 Finished with blanket stitch.Made in Nepal Designed by Gianpaolo Pagni Measures 72.8" x 55.1" FINAL...
Hermès Scarf "Citrouilles Et Coloquintes" 1998
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Hermès Scarf "Citrouilles Et Coloquintes" 1998. This scarf designed by Valérie Dawlat-Dumoulin was issued in 1998, with only one edition this piece is rare and can be considered a co...
Hermès White Cotton Print Scarf Visor
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This vintage Hermès White Cotton Print Scarf Visor circa offers a chic and versatile accessory that combines timeless elegance with practical sun protection. Crafted from high-qualit...
Hermès Blue Tropical Garden Silk Scarf New in Box
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès new Tropical garden silk scarf. Black and pastel colors. Hand rolled edges. Comes with original box.
Hermes Rocabar Plaid Dog Blanket Reversible
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Rocobar Plaid dog blanket is inspired by the iconic Rocabar blanket. Reversible 100% Wool and is very resistant to wear. Your chic fashionista pup will l...
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HERMES Lisboa Chaine d’Ancre brown leather cut out flat sandal slippers EU37.5
By Hermès
Located in Hong Kong, NT
HERMES Lisboa Chaine d’Ancre brown leather cut out flat sandal slippers EU37.5 Reference: SNKO/A00634 Brand: Hermes Model: Lisboa Material: Leather Color: Tan Brown Pattern: Solid ...
Hermès Sienne Clemence Leather Kelly 35cm Retourne
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès Sienne Clemence Leather Kelly 35cm Retourne Product Details Xupes Ref: CB1452 Brand: Hermès Model: Kelly 35cm Type: Top Handle Serial Number: [M]...
Hermès Silk Scarf Quai aux Fleurs Vanilla Hugo Grygkar 90 cm
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Gorgeous Authentic Hermès Scarf Most beautiful colorway Print: "Quai xux Fleurs" (flower quay) Designed by Hugo Grygkar in 1952, this scarf is a reissue Made in France Made of ...
Hermès "Pony Express" Silk Scarf White
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Hermès collectible "Pony Express" 100% silk scarf is designed by Kermit Oliver and with hand-rolled edges. Excellent condition, cara tag attached .
Hermès Vintage Rouge H Bleu Marine Courchevel Birkin 35 GHW
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Hermès Vintage Rouge H Bleu Marine Courchevel Birkin 35 GHW SKU: Z153923 Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: The elusive Birkin bag from Hermès was designed a...
Hermès Gold Epsom Sellier Kelly 28 PHW
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Hermès Gold Epsom Sellier Kelly 28 PHW SKU: Z153099 Condition: Pre-owned Condition Description: Officially renamed in 1977, the Hermès Kelly was originally called the...
Hermès Vintage Silk Twill Foulard 'Les Triplés' 90cm by Nicole Lambert
By Hermès
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
HERMÈS - (Made in France) Silk twill foulard entitled "Les triplés" ('The triplets') designed by Nicole Lambert and produced in 2005. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: 90 ...
Hermes scarf / foulard 'H Perpetuel' by Anamorphée circa 2025
By Hermès
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
HERMÈS - Recent Collection, "H Perpétuel" pattern designed by Anamorphée. Circa 2025. Cotton foulard topstitched by hand. Anamorphée is a designer collective established in Paris, dr...
Hermès Women's Contemporary Black Wool Chaine D'Ancre Zip Jacket, FR34
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Superbly chic Hermes Chaine D'Ancre wool jacket. Bought for £5750 and unworn. Made from incredibly soft and smooth black wool with 5% poly/elastane with silvertone zips and Chaine D...
Hermés Paris white and light blue twin set silk and cotton size S
By Hermès
Located in Capri, IT
Hermés Paris white and light blue twin set silk and cotton size S white long sleeve t-shirt with a light blue and white stripes sweater
Hermes Evelyne TPM Etoupe Navy Strap Palladium Hardware New w/Box
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Evelyne TPM Mini featured in neutral Etoupe. RIch with the Navy sport strap. Clemence leather is soft and scratch resistant. Signature perforated H on front of bag. Fresh with Palladium hardware. Fabulous shoulder or cross body bag. Comes with sleepers and signature Hermes box. NEW or NEVER WORN The Hermes mini bag...
Hermès Paris 'Mexique' Silk Scarf by Caty Latham
By Hermès
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Hermès 'Mexique' Silk Scarf by Caty Latham Size: Square 90cm Material: silk Green/Blue color Designer: Caty Latham Purchased at Hermes in 2013 Excellent condition
Hermes BNIB Mini Evelyne Felt/Swift
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès rare mini Evelyne shoulder bag in blue felt, black swift leather with palladium hardware. Never used. Dated "U" for 2022. Shoulder drop, 22"L. Come...
Exceptional Hermès Komondor Dog Print in Porcelain RARE
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Exceptional Authentic Hermès Ashtray Print: Komondor Very rare vintage item Made in France Made of printed porcelain Colorways: white, black, green, blue-grey Back covered with green blue leather "HERMÈS - PARIS" and "Made in France" in golden letters on sides Measurements: 19,8 cm Length / 16,2 cm Width / 4 cm Height (7,8 x 6,38 x 1,57 inches) Condition: Excellent. No trace of use. Drawing in mint condition. Trace of a tag and slight discoloration on the leather at back No Hermès packaging...
Hermes Shoe Polishing Glove Mitt Gold Leather with Brown Shearling
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Shoe Polishing Glove in Gold Lambskin. Polishing Glove unrolls to reveal the brown shearling polishing side. Fits over hand. P...
Epsom is a stamped or embossed calf leather (as opposed to being a grained leather like Togo or Clemence, or a smooth leather like Swift or Box). It is lightweight and stiff; thus Epsom is known for its ability to retain structure over time. Epsom is the primary leather used to make Sellier Kelly and Birkin bags which feature outside stitching on its edges which result in a crisp and sharp line. Epsom is more rain-resistant than other calf leathers.
Hermes bags have blindstamps, placed under the plaques or on the interior. Usually they are placed close to the date stamps denoting the year of production. Recently, in a small % of receipts, the blind stamp is also printed on the store receipt which can be matched to the blind stamp inside the bag.
It is virtually impossible to walk into an Hermes store as a new customer and be offered a Birkin for purchase. Most Birkins are offered to loyal clients who have established a purchase history at a particular store and with a particular sales associate who may take note of your Birkin or Kelly wish.