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.
Hermes Rose Quartz Double Faced Cashmere Cape Fit Jacket
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Ultra luxe, superbly crafted Hermes cashmere jacket. New with tags. Made from the highest quality Rose Quartz pink double faced cashmere with burgundy leather trims. It has a loose,...
Hermès 1990s Veste Soie Insectes FR38 Ecru Silk Twill Jacket UK10 US8 Hermes
By Hermès, Hugo Grygkar
Located in PARIS, FR
Hermès long jacket circa 1990 in ecru silk twill with the Insectes print by Hugo Grygkar & La Torre (first produced in 1958), notched collar fastened with three mother-of-pearl butto...
Hermès 1980's Blue Ostrich Leather Vest, Rare
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Exquisitely luxurious Hermès ostrich leather vest in a beautiful shade of faded wedgewood blue. The vest is lined in blue with logo etched horn ...
Hermes Rouge Cornaline Double Faced Cashmere Jacket
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Ultra luxe, superbly coloured Hermes double faced cashmere jacket. New with tags. Made from the highest quality double faced cashmere in the richest orangey red - official colours i...
HERMES Fauve brown Barenia leather 2011 Blazer Jacket 38 S
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Hermès by Jean Paul Gaultier jacket is crafted in rich Fauve (cognac brown) Barenia calfskin leather with signature contrasting white saddle stitching. Designed i...
HERMES black leather 2010 Blazer Jacket 38 S
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Hermès by Jean Paul Gaultier blazer is crafted in black grained deerskin leather and tailored into a sharp, fitted silhouette. Designed with notched lapels, a che...
Hermes "Raconte-moi le Cheval" Rocking Horse Silk Twill Women's Vest
By Hermès
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Hermes "Raconte-moi le Cheval" Rocking Horse Silk vest. This vintage "Raconte Moi le Cheval" (Tell Me About the Horse) vest has an equestrian theme, with colorful rocking ho...
HERMES ebony brown leather 2010 Blazer Jacket 38 S
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Hermès by Jean Paul Gaultier blazer is crafted in ebony brown grained deerskin leather and tailored into a sharp, fitted silhouette. Designed with notched lapels,...
HERMES sage green cashmere SHAWL COLLAR Jacket 34 XS
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès shawl collar jacket in pale sage cashmere (100%) with side slit pockets. Closes on the front with a midnight blue lambskin me...
HERMES beige 2015 MINK FUR Jacket 38 S
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès collarless jacket in beige mink fur (100%). Fall/winter 2015. Features raglan sleeves (sleeve measurements taken from the neck) and two slit pockets on the fron...
HERMES black deerskin leather Bomber Jacket 38 S
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès Paris Bomber jacket in black deer skin leather (100%) with a ripped collar in black silk (48%), cotton (36%), polyamid...
HERMES taupe leather 2010 Blazer Jacket 38 S
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Hermès by Jean Paul Gaultier blazer is crafted in taupe-brown grained deerskin leather and tailored into a sharp, fitted silhouette. Designed with notched lapels,...
HERMES black leather Band Collar Quilted Shoulder BIKER Jacket 38 S
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
Hermès band-collar biker jacket in midnight blue lambskin with knit waistband on the back in midnight blue viscose (75%) and nylon (25%). Features a quilted storm flap on the left sh...
HERMES Black Crocodile Men's Jacket RARE CUSTOM MADE
By Hermès
Located in Philadelphia, PA
HERMES Black Crocodile Men's Jacket in like-new excellent condition. This is a very rare find from Hermes as it was custom made for a Royal in Dubai. You won't find anything like it online on in stores. Black semi matte crocodile leather exterior trimmed with silver hardware. Full front zipper closure. Two zippered side pockets. Zipper slits upon bottom hem of each arm. Black bemberg lining with small Hermes logo woven throughout. Interior breast pockets with button closures. This piece exudes classic Hermes style with flawless lines, body shape and of course impeccable construction utilizing the most luxurious crocodile leather available. Very subtle sheen to the crocodile skin which only contributes to the timeless design of this piece. Perfect for men & women. Excellent condition. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of Hermes history with this custom made crocodile jacket...
Early 2000's Hermes By Martin Margiela Black Padded Leather Jacket
By Hermès
Located in Toronto, Ontario
From Martin Margiela’s time at Hermès (1997–2003), this black padded leather jacket exemplifies the discreet sophistication that defined his vision for the house. Made from supple It...
Hermes Paris Khaki Cotton Blend Womens Jacket Circa 1980s
By Hermès
Located in University City, MO
Hermes Paris Khaki cotton blend women's jacket Size 42 The classic cotton blend jacket is designed with a single chest pocket & a pair of flap covered pockets on the lower front Adorned with a pair of burnished brass tone metal buttons on the front. Each sleeve cuff has a pair of small resin tortoise shell...
Hermes Paris Camel Hair Tweed Leather Jacket
By Hermès
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This Vintage Hermes blazer is made from camel hair with leather details. The pockets, the front and the underside of the collar is made of deer skin. Its...
HERMES black leather 2010 Vest Jacket 38 S
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Hermès by Jean Paul Gaultier vest is crafted in black grained deerskin leather, with a silk back subtly embroidered with tonal Hs. It features a sleeveless, fitte...
$1,059Sale Price|25% Off
Hermes Vintage Feux d'Artifice 150th Anniversary Silk Vest
By Hermès
Located in Nice, FR
HERMES Paris vintage rare FEUX D'ARTIFICE print silk vest. 1987 limited edition manufactured to commerate the 150th year anniversary of the founding of HERMES (1837-1987). This sh...
Hermès Red Double-Breasted Leather Jacket - Size S
By Hermès
Located in Krakow, PL
Condition: Good condition Condition details: Visible signs of wear in the underarm and collar areas. Holes present in the lining. Additional professional cleaning is recommended. De...
Hermes Equestrian Deerskin Leather Jacket Cerulean Blue
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Ultra luxe, highest quality Hermes Equestrian leather jacket. Unworn. Made from the highest quality, super malleable cerulean blue deerskin with Hermès embossed palladium-plated but...
Hermes vintage silk jacket
By Hermès
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
size 40 silk jacket mannequin 84.5 cm x 62 cm x 91 cm mannequin 33.35 in x 24.49 in x 35.79 in Features: Used, very good Previously belonged to another person. Please look at th...
Hermes Men's Blouson Zippe Suede and Wool Jacket Marine L New
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Hermes men's Wool and Suede front zip jacket featured in Black. Front is goat suede in black, blue, and off white. Double toggle zip has embossed pull. Ribbed at hip and cuff. 2 side...
Hermes, Paris Vintage Bottle Green Wool Midi Skirt Suit
By Hermès
Located in New Hope, PA
This is a great vintage Hermes bottle green wool suit jacket and midi skirt suit from the 1980's, and a wonderful example of the 80's does 40's. The jac...
Hermes Zip Cardigan Hoodie Orange Saturne with Brown Quilted Interior 40
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermès Zip Cardigan Hoodie featured in Orange Saturne and Brown. Warm with hood and quilted cotton, wool and plume canvas. Virgin wool with Losanges and H motifs...
HERMES Mandarine orange leather 2019 BIKER Jacket 38 S
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès biker jacket in Mandarine orange Chèvre (goat skin) leather. Features a sleek, fitted silhouette with a subtly flared hem and clean minimalist lines. Designed w...
HERMÉS - Rare Silk Blazer "Memoire d'Hermés" - Tg. 46
By Caty Latham, Hermès
Located in Padova, IT
Hermès Vintage Selection by Corrado Luxury - Carré pattern silk blazer "Mémoire d'Hermés" design by master Caty Audibert Latham 1997. Two side pockets still sealed closure with Hermé...
Hermès Margiela Era Reversible Silk Jacket
By Hermès
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Hermès Margiela Era Reversible Silk Jacket Size LA, please request measurements Shoulders: 56 cm / 22.05 in Sleeve Length: 53 cm / 20.87 in Underarm Width: 53 cm / 20.87 in Length: ...
Hermès Vintage Vest - '90s
By Hermès
Located in Milano, Lombardia
The Hermès Vintage Vest from the 90s is an iconic addition to any wardrobe. Made with olive green cotton and a silk printed back, this vest features a button front and logo-embossed ...
Hermes Black Wool Chaine D'Ancre Zip Jacket
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...
HERMES dark brown suede leather CROPPED BOMBER Jacket 42 L
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
Hermes cropped bomber jacket in dark brown lambskin suede and cotton (100%). With ribbed detailsand two pockets on the front. Has been worn and is in excellent condition. Tag Size ...
$4,480Sale Price|20% Off
FENDI terra cotta orange leather DOUBLE BREASTED TRENCH Coat Jacket 38 XS
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
authentic Fendi double-breasted trench coat in terra cotta lamb leather with a peak collar and deep slip frontal pockets. Closes with buttons and fastens with one hook at the necklin...
$2,943
HERMÈS blazer
By Hermès
Located in Padova, IT
Hermès Vintage Selection by Corrado Luxury - We present an extraordinary item a pure silk blazer with iconic Carrè pattern " Les Ameriques" signed by master Oliver Kermit. A true mas...
Hermes Vintage 80's Silk Cosmos Print Silk Jacket
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Collectors Item - Hermes Vintage 80's Silk Cosmos Print Silk Jacket Blue jacket featuring the iconic 'Cosmos' motif in gold designed by Philippe Ledoux, originally introduced on He...
Hermès Sheepskin Gilet with Silk Scarf Interior
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
A beautiful example of the quality and design that comes from the Hermès maison. Made of 100% sheepskin, this lush and soft long gilet also comes with an...
Hermes Quilted Sleeveless Gilet Vest Grey
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Gorgeous Hermes quilted sleeveless gilet vest. Unworn. Made from smooth grey wool with classic quilted design, it has exaggerated ribbed arm holes, deep hem and funnel neckline. Has ...
Hermes Men's Limited Edition Vest Sueded Porosus Crocodile and Leather 50
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Men's vest featured in grey sueded porosus Crocodile. This very rare and limited edition Hermes vest has a zip closure with two angled zip pockets with p...
HERMES black red wool 2020 PLAID BIKER Jacket 34 XXS
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès plaid jacket in black, white, red, yellow and brick wool (100%) with black lambskin details. Fall/Winter 2020. Features short-fringe trims, high collar, and one...
HERMES sand beige wool 2020 VOYAGE KNIT Coat Jacket 34 XXS
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès Pre-Fall 2020 voyage long oversized knit coat in sand wool (100%). Features long raglan sleeves (sleeve measurements taken from the neck) and a deep v-neck. Ope...
HERMES cream cashmere 2020 ZIP FRONT KNIT Coat Jacket 34 XXS
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès knit coat in cream jersey cashmere (95%), polyamide (3%), elastane (1%) and wool (1%). Features a high neck and two patch pockets on the front. Closes with a tw...
Hermès Vintage Corrado Luxury Blazer in Cashmere Houndstooth, Size 42
By Hermès
Located in Padova, IT
Hermès Vintage Selection by Corrado Luxury - Splendid Blazer in pure cashmere houndstooth pattern with leather trim, the collar is purple velvet and has a mark at the fold due to sto...
HERMES black velvet Classic Blazer Jacket 42 L
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
Hermes velvet blazer in black cotton (100%). With collar lining in dark taupe lambskun, notch collar, chest pocket, two flap pockets on the sides, slit o...
Hermes Green Mushroom Print Silk & Wool Cardigan circa 1980s
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Hermes Green Mushroom Print Silk & Wool Cardigan from the circa 1980s is a striking example of vintage luxury and intricate design. Crafted with a b...
$2,178
Hermès Blazer
By Hermès
Located in Padova, IT
Hermès Vintage Selection by Corrado Luxury - Rare silk blazer iconic Carrè "Mont Saint Michel" pattern the jacket is in excellent condition to report yellow stains due to storage all...
Hermes Men's Mors et Gourmettes Soie Shirt Jacket Blue Reversible Windbreaker 50
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes chic scarf print reversible silk men's windbreaker bomber style jacket. The Blue and Grey rare Mors et Gourmettes print reverses to solid Marine. Double zipper for closure. Jacket has 2 exterior and 2 interior zip pockets on each side with embossed pulls. Cuffs, waistband and collar are Marine knit. NEW or NEVER WORN. Please see our extensive Hermes menswear...
HERMÈS - Blazer "Carnaval de Venise" By Hubert de Watrigant
By Hermès, Hubert de Watrigant
Located in Padova, IT
Hermès Vintage Selection by Corrado Luxury - Rare pure silk blazer with velvet collar this is an extraordinary product made by the Maison circa mid-1990s. The motif is from the iconi...
Hermes Vintage Brown Leather Jacket with Bordeaux Lined Cashmere / Wool 38 / 6
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a vintage Hermes jacket featured in chocolate brown lambskin leather. The sleeves have five working gold clou de selle snaps at...
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 Small / US 2/4
Hermes Men's Piumino Extra-Light Puffer Coat / Jacket Fauve M
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Men's Piumino extra-light puffer coat / jacket featured in fauve. The jacket is insulated with pure goose down duvet making it warm and light weight. Stre...
HERMÈS MASTERPIECE - Important silk blazer " Mont Saint Michel " Size 36 fr.
By Hermès
Located in Padova, IT
Hermès Vintage Selection by Corrado Luxury - We present an exceptional rare and sought after product in perfect condition this is the Blazer with Carrè pattern " Mont Saint Michel". ...
$3,996Sale Price|20% Off
Hermès Black Leather Shearling-Lined Cropped Biker Jacket
By Hermès
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
Hermès Black Leather Shearling-Lined Cropped Biker Jacket Black Silver-tone hardware Logo embossed zipper pulls Grommet accents Shearling collar and trim Optional belted collar stra...
Hermes Reversible Zip Cardigan Hoodie Black 36 4
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermès Reversible Zip Cardigan featured in Black on Black. Warm with hood and quilted cotton, wool and plume canvas. Virgin wool wit...
Hermes Men's Jacket Gray with Black Leather and Detachable Beaver Collar 48
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes limited edition men's nylon and leather off center front zip jacket featured in Greige Jacket has Black leather trim at front zip and H leather trim at cu...
Hermes Vintage Riding Jacket / Blazer Check Leather Buttons Velvet Collar 36 / 4
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a particularly beautiful 4 button single breasted Hermes vintage riding jacket. Shawl shaped lapel with a black velvet collar. Leathe...
Hermes Vintage Les Fetes Du Roi Soleil Remarkable Reversible Jacket 38
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Hermes dramatic reversible silk Les Fetes Du Roi Soleil wadded jacket. Striking balloon hem with drawstring waist an...
$2,943
HERMÈS silk blazer
By Hermès
Located in Padova, IT
Hermès Vintage Selection by Corrado Luxury - We present an extraordinary item a pure silk blazer with the iconic Carrè pattern "Les Cheyennes" by the important designer Oliver Kermit...
Hermés 1990s Brazil Scarf Crewneck Blouse
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Saying hello to all the Hermés lovers! Circa 1990s, this silk crewneck features the coveted Brazil motif designed by Laurence Bourthoumieux in 1988. Includes a black ribbed wool trim...
Hermes Brides de Gala Bandana Zip Jacket Black and White Silk 40 / 6
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Brides De Gala Bandana bomber jacket featured in Black and White. Zip front with palladium Touret pull. Two pockets. Ribbed cashmere at collar, cuffs and ...
$1,177Sale Price|20% Off
Hermès Bright Orange and Yellow Hooded Windbreaker Jacket
By Hermès
Located in Geneva, CH
Great hooded windbreaker / parka style from the house of Hermès. Designed originally for men it can also accomodate women !!! In perfect condition as new ! Fabric: 100% polyamide D...
Hermes Vintage Vest Les Legendes De L'Arbre Scarf Print 38 / 4
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Hermes Les Legendes De L'Arbre (Legend of the tree) silk scarf print vest. Black background and exquisite drawings. 6 black front buttons with collar. 2 slot po...
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.
Select Hermes goods go on sale twice a year in Paris, but Birkins – being highly coveted–are not known to be found at the sale.