Hermes Cavales Lacquered Box Rouge H New w/ Box
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a limited edition Hermes Cavales box. Engraved hand-lacquered wood. Exquisite in Rouge H. Fits 2 twillies or use it to keep your memen...
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 Cavales Lacquered Box Rouge H New w/ Box
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a limited edition Hermes Cavales box. Engraved hand-lacquered wood. Exquisite in Rouge H. Fits 2 twillies or use it to keep your memen...
Hermes Cavales Lacquered Twilly Box Rouge H
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Cavales Silk Twilly Box. Engraved hand-lacquered wood. Exquisite in Rouge H. Fits 5 twillies or use it to keep your mementos...
Hermes Manufacture des Boucleries Mini Ashtray Set of Two Porcelain New w/Box
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a rare Hermes Manufacture des Boucleries set of two ( 2 ) mini ashtrays. Rouge H and Terracotta colorway. A perfect accent piece f...
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Hermès Visionaire Limited Edition Case
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Visionaire collaboration with Hermès for issue #32, brings us this exquisite and collectible item. A set of 53 postcards in a leather shell. Unused. Comes with duster and box.
Hermes Yack n' Dye Ombre Pillow Gris / Naturel
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Yak n' Dye pillow featured in an Ombre finish. Soft hand spun Tibetan Yak with Gris Ombre on front and Naturel Ombre on rear. Subtle H on corner. Cocotte ...
Hermes Yack 'n' Dye Ombre Cashmere Blanket Gris
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Yack 'n' Dye blanket featured in Gris. Soft hand spun Tibetan Yak blanket created with a soft Ombre finish from Grey to Taupe. ...
Hermes Bain Neobain Case Rouge Casaque Medium Model
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Bain Neobain case featured in the medium model. Vivid Rouge Casaque with Hermes Bain Pairs embossed on front. Top zipper with ...
Hermès Navire Aerien 1851Ashtray
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès vintage ashtray from the Navire Aerien 1851 edition. In the center of the ashtray you can see a printed rigid airship. The piece is in excellent condition.
Hermès Vintage Ashtray with a Schnauzer
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès vintage ashtray in white porcelain with a schnauzer dog in the center. The piece is in excellent condition. Back grey suede in great ocndition. Comes with original box. (minor...
Hermes Tarmac Passport Holder Blue Glacier Epsom Blue Brighton Snap
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Hermes offers an Hermes Tarmac Passport Holder with bi color feature. Blue Glacier Epsom leather with Blue Brighton snap. Spoil yourself...
Hermès Porcelain Komodor Dog Ashtray
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès black and white porcelain ashtray with komodor breed dog design.
Hermès Brown Verso Leather Simple Agenda Cover GM 12h426s
By Hermès
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: A in a Square Made In: France Measurements: Length: 5.5" Width: .3" Height: 7.5" OVERALL GOOD CONDITION ( 7/10 or B ) Signs of Wear: Exterior Leather an...
Hermes Camelia Flower Porcelaine Ashtray
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès rectangular camelia design porcelain ashtray. Red, white and green combination. Excellent condition.
Hermes Hoof Pick Stainless Steel Gold Swift Calfskin Case
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes stainless steel Hoof Pick. Hermes Gold Swift leather case with Clou de Selle snap. Sleek and elegant, the pick is engraved with Hermes Paris Clou de Sel...
Hermes Neobain Zen au Soleil Buton D'Or Case Small Model Bain
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Zen au Soleil Neobain small model case featured in Buton D'Or. Designed by Gianpaolo Pagni who was influenced by drawings that children do in sand, or the...
Hermes Tigre Royal Change Tray Soleil Hand Painted Porcelain
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Tigre Royal Change Tray featured in Soleil. Hand-painted porcelain with gold trim. This magnificent regal tiger is a collectors treasure. A decorative ash...
Hermes Mosaique 24 Gold Cereal Bowl
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Looking to spice up your table for next Sunday brunch? Hermes has you covered with these gorgeous bowl sets! Hermes prooves even your kitchen cabinets could use a splash Hermes elega...
Hermes Palladium Anne Mediterranean Bag Charm, 2003 signed box
By Hermès
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Hermes Palladium Anne Mediterranean Bag Charm, 2003 signed box. Height 1.75 in., Width 1.25 in. Condition Report Good condition.
Hermes Passifolia Dinner Plate #2 Set of 2
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a set of two (2) Hermes Dinner Plates #2 featured in the classic Hermes Passifolia pattern. A beautiful hommage to the peace and...
Hermes Red Bird Porcelain Ashtray
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermes red, green, white and gold porcelain ashtray with bird design
Hermès Ship & Flags Porcelain Ashtray
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Hermès ship and flags Ashtray is crafted from porcelain and features a ray of blues and yellow making it easy to compliment any room.
Hermès Double Carmen Bag Charm BNIB
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès brand new double carmen bag charm/keychain Comes with original box and gift receipt.
New in Box Hermes Rare Oran Yellow Bag Charm
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermes collectible and sold out worldwide mini oran bag charm in gold and yellow leather combo. Comes with original box.
Hermes Neobain Waves Case Potiron Small Model
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Neobain Waves case featured in Potiron. Perforated "vagues" detail forms 2 waves. This Small model has Hermes Bain Paris emb...
Hermes Terry Cloth Square Bath Towel
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermes square terry cloth bathroom rug with brides pattern. Excellent condition.
Hermès Rubans Blue Porcelain Ashtray
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès Vintage ashtray from the edition Les Rubans. The piece is in excellent condition and very sought after. Blue and white combination, with multicolor design.
Hermes Blue Paddock Bag Charm
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès paddock ribbon bag charm in naturel, parchemin, celeste, vert leather. Brand new with original box.
HERMÈS - Vintage 1990s Gold Metal Document Clip with Wood Inlays, Unisex
By Hermès
Located in Padova, IT
CORRADO LUXURY EXCLUSIVE HERMÈS COLLECTIONS - Document clip made of gilded metal and inlays of various woods. A skillfully crafted item from another era and part of a set of desk pro...
Hermes Mosaique au 24 Van Quatre Gold Porcelain Creamer Milk Pot
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Hermes Mosaique au 24 Van Quatre Gold Porcelain Creamer Milk Pot is a striking example of luxurious craftsmanship and artistic design. Featuring a vibrant mosaic print in shades ...
Hermès Double Carmen Bag Charm BNIB
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermes double carmen bag charm/keychain. Brand new. Comes with original box and gift receipt.
Hermes Brandebourgs Blanket Ecorce Throw
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Brandenbourgs blanket featured in Ecorce. Cathy Latham's iconic design features the military jacket worn by Napoleon III's Imperial Guard. This striking b...
Hermès White Green Water Lili Ashtray
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès signature ashtray in white porcelain with a water lili design in white and green.
Hermes Bain H Tissage Canvas Case Citron Large Model
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes H Tissage canvas Bain case featured in Citron. This large model flat case is embroidered with the "H Tissage" in Hermes Electrique in a new graphic look. ...
Night blue cashmere pillow case with "H" metallic studs. Hermès
By Hermès
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Night blue cashmere pillow case with "H" metallic studs. SIZE 48 cm X 48 cm 10 pieces available same size, same color
Night blue cashmere pillow case with "H" metallic studs. Hermès
By Hermès
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Night blue cashmere pillow case with "H" metallic studs. SIZE 48 cm X 48 cm 10 pieces available same size, same color
Hermes Lacquered Wood Chamonix Chakor Plateaux GM Lime New w/ Box
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermès Vintage Lacquered Wood Chamonix Chakor Tray in rich Chartreuse. This GM size tray is crafted from fine wood and finished with a thick, glossy lacquer. The...
Hermes Silver-Tone Padlock Fragrance Spray Holder
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Hermes Silver-Tone Padlock Fragrance Spray Holder is a chic and versatile accessory that combines functionality with sophisticated style. Crafted in a sleek silver-tone finish, t...
Hermes The Smile Photo / Menu Holder New
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a vintage Hermes the Smile Photo /Menu Holder picture holder featured in brushed steel and palladium. Holds 1 photo just above the silver H...
HERMÈS Stirrup Shaped Prix De Diane 1990 Aluminium Plate
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Hermès stirrup shaped plate Prix De Diane 1990. The 1990 Prix de Diane (French Oaks) was won by Rafha - Owner: Prince A. A. Faisal. Since June 2008 Her...
New Hermes Terry Cloth Square Bath Towel in Box
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermes square terry cloth bathroom rug with brides pattern. Brand new in original box.
Hermes Travel Shoe Shine Glove Gold Swift Leather / Fur Rare New w/Box
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Hermes rare Travel Shoe Shine Glove in Swift leather and fur. This fabulous shoe shine mitt is featured in gold with a palladium clou de selle snap. Splurge for yourself - or a marve...
Hermes Hemisphaerium Game Of Balance Constellation Game
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Hermès Hemisphaerium Game of Balance Constellation Game is a delightful fusion of artistry and playfulness, perfect for puzzle enthusiasts and collectors alike. This unique game ...
Hermes Agar Ebene Eau de Toilette 6.7 fl oz Large Size
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers anHermes Agar Ebene Eau de Toilette featured in the large size. A warm and sensual scent. Derived from Agar wood and Fir Balsam. Unopened b...
Hermès Blue Chevre Mini Note Cards with 925 Silver Pencil 1012h27
By Hermès
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: H in a Square Made In: France Measurements: Length: 2" Width: .2" Height: 3" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 8/10 or AB ) Signs of Wear: Exterior Leather...
Hermes Jimetou Jumping Case Navy / Red Small Model
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Jimetou Jumping Toiletry case featured in Navy and Red canvas. Blue and Black central band takes inspiration from horse jump...
Hermes Key Ring Reversible Key Charms Petite h
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Hermes Petite h whimsical Key charm key ring. Leather in gold and white. Rear is souffre and gold. Keyring is stamped Hermes Paris. CONDITION: NEW or NEV...
Hermes Lampe de Poche In the Pocket Black Swift Leather
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a rare Hermes Lampe de Poche in the Pocket featured in Black. Small flashlight inside the Swift leather case with white top stitch. Pressing on case produces a brig...
Hermes Tohubohu Pouch Hermes Rose Jaipur/Rose Sakura Medium Model
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Tohubohu Pouch Medium model featured in Rose Jaipur. A multifunctional piece in butter soft Milo Lambskin. Top zip has Rose Sakura swift leather pull. Ton...
HERMÈS - Vintage Porcelain Mug 'Circuit' 10cm Exclusive Collection
By Hermès
Located in Padova, IT
CORRADO LUXURY EXCLUSIVE HERMÈS COLLECTIONS - Porcelain mug "Circuit" motif sold with box.
Hermès Silk Jersey Headband with the Mistinguette Design
By Hermès
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Hermès - (Made in France) Silk jersey headband with the Mistinguette design. Adjustable size. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Single-size Seller ...
Hermès Small Red Epsom Leather Agenda 1020h36
By Hermès
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: W in a Circle Made In: France Measurements: Length: 3.5" Width: .2" Height: 5.1" OVERALL GOOD+ CONDITION ( 7.25/10 or B+ ) Signs of Wear: Exterior Leat...
Hermès BNIB Rodeo Small Mauve Blue
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès new rodeo grigi bag charm, mauve sylvestre, rouge, bleu. Comes with original box.
Hermès Small Red Epsom Leather Agenda 1020h36
By Hermès
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: W in a Circle Made In: France Measurements: Length: 3.5" Width: .2" Height: 5.1" OVERALL GOOD+ CONDITION ( 7.25/10 or B+ ) Signs of Wear: Exterior Leat...

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.