Iconic Designs
Kelly BagBy Hermès
About the Design
In 1837, Thierry Hermès (1801–78) founded his eponymous luxury goods company in Paris as a saddle manufacturer, serving the era’s carriage trade. In 1880, under the stewardship of Thierry's son Émile-Charles, fine riding gear was added to its offerings to complement the saddles. Hermès eventually expanded their workshops to design handbags in the years that followed. The Kelly bag, originally introduced as the Sac à dépêches (“the dispatch bag”) in 1935, was created by Robert Dumas, son-in-law to Thierry's grandson Émile-Maurice Hermès.
Designed for independent women who wanted a piece that was both luxurious and efficient, the Kelly bag has a trapezoid shape, two triangular gussets, a sculpted flap and a handle.
To this day, the understated bag comprises 36 individual leather pieces, 16 studs and a signature padlock and leather key cover, with three layers of leather at the base to ensure the bag can stand upright. Each Kelly bag takes between 18 and 25 hours to produce, and its 680 hand stitches owe solely to one Hermès artisan.
The Kelly bag earned its name during preproduction on Alfred Hitchcock’s 1955 film, To Catch a Thief. Costume designer Edith Head sourced products from Hermès to outfit actress Grace Kelly, who fell in love with the Sac à Dépêches and continued to carry it long after the movie wrapped.
Months after marrying Prince Rainier III of Monaco in 1956, Kelly was spotted carrying a brown pigskin Sac to shield her pregnancy from the paparazzi. And while the oft-repeated claim that Kelly and her bag appeared on a Life magazine cover isn’t true, photography of the actress and her cherished accessory began to appear everywhere at the time, and the bag’s profile suddenly skyrocketed.
In 1977 Hermès officially changed the item’s name to the Kelly bag. Less than a decade later, Hermès introduced another top-handled bag to its line, also named after a style symbol, the Birkin bag.
The Paris-based British actress Jane Birkin sat next to Hermès CEO Jean-Louis Dumas — Robert's son — on an Air France flight. He noticed her overflowing handbag, and she told him she longed for “a handbag that is bigger than the Kelly but smaller than Serge’s suitcase,” in reference to her then-romantic partner, the French musician Serge Gainsbourg. The Birkin bag was created in 1984, joining the Kelly in Hermès’ permanent collection.
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Hermes Mini Kelly Etoupe epsom with gold hardware
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Located in London, England
Hermes Mini Kelly 20 etoupe colour, epsom leather with gold hardware. Preloved in very good condition. With dustbag and box. 2023
Few marks from wear on the leather inside, corners ...
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Hermes Rose Tyrien/ Tosca Epsom Leather 32cm Candy Kelly Bag PHW
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Rose Tyrien/ Tosca Epsom Leather 32cm Candy Kelly Bag
Made in: France
Year of Production: 2013
Color: Rose tyrein
Materials: Epsom leather
Lining: Tosca chevre leather
Hardwa...
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Hermes Kelly II Sellier 25 Epsom Vert Vertigo/Vert Fizz/Blue Palladium Hardware
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Located in Aventura, FL
The Hermès Kelly II Sellier Bag is a captivating accessory meticulously crafted for your needs. This 25cm bag is fashioned from exquisite Calfskin leather and accented with Palladium...
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Hermes "KELLY" Diamond Buckle Crocodile belt 18K yellow Gold
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Located in New York, NY
Hermès Diamond crusted 'KELLY" buckle on a black alligator belt 18 k yellow gold. with diamond accented Kelly turn lock clasp, approximately 4.73 total carat diamonds
With a slidin...
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Materials
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Hermes Mini Kelly II 20 Vert d'eau Matte Alligator Bag GHW
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Located in New York, NY
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Located in Corona Del Mar, CA
100% Authentic
This Kelly handbag is crafted of richly textured togo calfskin leather in a beautiful shade of purple. The bag features a reinforced leather top handle with gold-plat...
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Hermes Mini Picnic Kelly 20 Rouge de Coeur Swift Osier Wicker Palladium Hardware
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Located in Aventura, FL
This Hermes Mini Picnic Kelly, crafted in 2020, is a delightful fusion of traditional craftsmanship and whimsical design. This exquisite bag combines Rouge de Coeur Swift leather wit...
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Hermes Kelly 35 Retourne Brown Box Calfskin Leather Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Condition: Fair condition.
Cut on side of handle base (small) Discoloration on handle (large) Cracks (medium) Wear on edge of handle (large) Scratches and scratches on outside (larg...
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Blue Hermes Kelly 28 Vintage
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Amazing vintage HERMES Kelly 28 black Sellier bag
Condition: good
Made in France
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Located in London, England
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Located in Paris, FR
Amazing Hermès Kelly 32 in blue togo leather, delivered in its original HERMES dustbag.
Condition: very good
Made in France
Model : Kelly 32
Material : togo leather
Interior : blue l...
Category
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HERMES PIMENT red Swift leather KELLY 25 RETOURNE Bag w Palladium
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Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermes Kelly 25 Retourne bag in Rouge Piment red Veau Swift leather with palladium hardware. Lined in Chevre (goat skin) with an open ...
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Hermes Kelly 28 Rose Confetti epsom phw bag
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Located in London, England
Hermes Kelly 28 Rose confetti colour, epsom leather with palladium hardware. Very rare bag in as new condition. Y stamp. Comes with everything box, dustbags and receipt.
Category
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Located in London, GB
Elevate your wardrobe with this classic Kelly bag by Hermès.
Adorned in a delicate pink magnolia hue, the Kelly 32 is a timeless classic. Perfect for any occasion, its luxurious des...
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Hermes Kelly Messenger PM Bag Vert Yucca Evercolor Leather with Palladium Hardw
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Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Kelly Messenger PM small model bag featured in Vert Yucca.
A true unisex bag!
Versatile, chic and sporty, it can be ...
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HERMÉS KELLY RETOURNE BAG, Box calf, Swift vert angle, S in Circel - 1989
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Located in Stuttgart, DE
HERMÉS KELLY BAG, (Made in France) Retourne, 32 cm, Boxcalf , Swift vert anglai, S in circel = 1989, gold hardware, coms with original dustbag from this time.
Dimensions
Hight 2...
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Hermes Tosca/ Rose Tyrien Epsom Leather 35cm Candy Kelly Bag
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Tosca/ Rose Tyrien Epsom Leather 35cm Candy Kelly Bag
Made in: France
Year of Production: 2012
Color: Tosca
Materials: Epsom leather
Lining: Rose tyrein chevre leather
Hardwar...
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Hermes Kelly Depeche HSS 38 Briefcase Blue Electric Gold Hardware Epsom Leather
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Very rare in striking, vivid Bleu Electrique.
Epsom leather with rich gold hardware.
Two large accordion compar...
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Hermès 2013 Brulee Togo Kelly 35 Retourne Satchel
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Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This Hermès Kelly 35 Retourne Satchel is beautifully crafted in stamped Togo leather in Brulee. A single rolled leather top handle is secured with polished Palladium hardware. The tr...
Category
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Hermes Kelly 32 Orange Niloticus Crocodile
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Exceptional HERMES Kelly 32 Niloticus shoulder bag, delivered in its original HERMES dustbag
Condition : very good
Made in France
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Material : Crocodile Niloticus
Int...
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Hermes Kelly 25 Sellier Bag Nata Palladium Hardware Epsom Leather
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This beautiful colour is fast becoming a unicorn and a collectors treasure.
A chic and stylish authentic Hermes Kelly...
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Hermès Etoupe Swift Leather Kelly Moove
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès Etoupe Swift Leather Kelly Moove
Product Details
Xupes Ref: BB007
Brand: Hermès
Model: Kelly Moove
Type: Shoulder, Crossbody, Belt Bag, Clutch
Serial Number: B
Age: 2023
Acco...
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Hermes Nata Off-White Epsom Leather Kelly To Go Wallet Crossbody Bag
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Nata Epsom Leather Kelly To Go Wallet Crossbody Bag
Made In: France
Year of Production: 2022
Color: Nata beige
Hardware: Goldtone
Materials: ...
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Hermès Tosca Clemence Leather Kelly 40cm Retourne
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès Tosca Clemence Leather Kelly 40cm Retourne
Product Details
Xupes Ref: CB1467
Brand: Hermès
Model: Kelly 40cm
Type: Top Handle
Serial Number: [O]
Age: 2011
Accompanied By: Pad...
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Hermes Kelly 35 Togo Leather Etain Retourne Palladium Hardware Bag
By Hermès
Located in Aventura, FL
This Kelly, in the Retourne style, is in Etain Togo leather with Palladium hardware, Today, the Kelly bag from Hermes, designed in a gorgeous trapezoid shape and made with the most l...
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Hermes Kelly Handbag Leather Rouge Grenat Evercolor with Gold Hardware 28
By Hermès
Located in Aventura, FL
Touch up base corners. Creasing, wear, and scuffs on the exterior, strap, and underneath the flap, peeling on side opening wax edges. Heavy splitting on flap opening corner wax edges...
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Hermes Bamboo Kelly 25 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Athens, GA
Hermes Bamboo Kelly 25 Bag. Excellent like new condition. Interior clean. Plastic is still on the hardware. Most wanted size Kelly. Rare small size. Includes clochette, lock, keys, a...
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$28,200
Hermès 25cm Kelly Sellier Black Epsom Leather Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Santa Rosa Beach, FL
Brand: Hermès
Style: Kelly Sellier
Size: 25cm
Color: Black
Material: Epsom Leather
Hardware: Gold Hardware(GHW)
Dimensions: 9.8" W x 7.5" H x 3.5" D
Handle Drop: 4.5"
Strap Drop: 16.5"
Category
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Brown Vintage HERMES Kelly 40
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Amazing vintage Kelly 40 in brown box leather.
Condition : very good
Made in France
Collection : Kelly 40 sellier
Material : box leather
Interior : leather
Color : brown
Dimensions ...
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Hermes Kelly 32 Brique Box leather bag
By Hermès
Located in London, England
Hermes Kelly 32 Brique boxcalf sellier vintage in a burgundy/brown box leather with gold hardware. Recently relaunched colour and leather combo, very popular and desirable. With new ...
Category
1990s Top Handle Bags
Hermès Kelly II Sellier Mini Gold Epsom Leather Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Santa Rosa Beach, FL
Brand: Hermès
Style: Kelly II Sellier Mini
Size: 20cm
Color: Gold
Material: Epsom Leather
Hardware: Gold Hardware(GHW)
Dimensions: 7.5" W x 4.5" H x 2.25" D
Handle Drop: 3.25"
Strap ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags
Hermes Kelly 28 Cactus Sellier Bag with GHW in Courchevel leather
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Kelly 28 Cactus Sellier Bag with GHW. Courchevel leather. Vintage rare piece.
Y round circle stamp-1995.
Vintage piece in great condition.
Chourchevel leather was discontinu...
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Hermes Kelly Doll Quelle Idole Black Alligator
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Designed by Jean-Louis Dumas in 2000, reedited very rarely in very small quantities.
Incredible mini kelly doll in alligator leather ! Crocodile leather is...
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2010s French Top Handle Bags
Hermes Kelly Retourne 35cm Handbag
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Hermes Kelly Retourne 35cm Handbag, a timeless and iconic accessory that epitomizes luxury and sophistication. Crafted by Hermes, one of the most esteemed luxury fash...
Category
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Hermés Kelly Sellier 25cm Rose Pourpre Epsom PHW
By Hermès
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A spectacular Hermès 25cm Kelly bag. The exterior of this Kelly features a Sellier style in Rose Pourpre leather. The Rose Pourpre leather is complemented with palladium hardware and...
Category
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Hermes Kelly 25 Bubblegum Purple Two-Tone Swift Leather Palladium Hardware
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Located in Aventura, FL
Wonderful Hermes Kelly 25 cm handbag in Bubblegum / Purple Swift leather, hardware in Palladium, simple handle in Bubblegum Swift leather, one removable strap in Bubblegum Swift leat...
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Hermes Bleu Electrique Mini Kelly 20 Epsom Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Jewels Aficionado offers an Hermès Bleu Electrique Mini Kelly 20 Sellier in Epsom leather that is a bold and striking statement piece. Its vibrant blue hue enhances the structured si...
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Hermès 20 cm Special Edition Blue Bi Color Epsom Mini Kelly
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Hermès 20 cm Special Edition Blue Bi Color Epsom Mini Kelly is pristine with the protective plastic intact on the hardware. Petite and femi...
Category
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Hermès Red Crocodile Kelly Cut Clutch
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Hermès Vivid Red Crocodile Kelly Cut Clutch is in pristine condition. Hand crafted by skilled artisans; the Kelly Cut is extremely rare...
Category
2010s French Clutches
Hermes Gold Mini Kelly 20 Sellier Epsom Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Jewels Aficionado offers the Hermès Gold Mini Kelly 20 Sellier in Epsom leather, a timeless statement piece. Its warm brown hue with caramel undertones enhances the structured silhou...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags
Hermes Noir Mini Kelly 20 Epsom Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Jewels Aficionado offers an Hermès Noir Mini Kelly 20 Sellier in Epsom leather that is a timeless symbol of elegance. Its deep black hue enhances the structured silhouette, while lig...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags
Hermès Pink Epsom 25 cm Sellier Kelly
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Hermès Pink Epsom 25 cm Kelly Sellier is in pristine condition with the protective plastic intact on the hardware. Hermès bags are consid...
Category
2010s French Top Handle Bags
Hermès Kelly 35cm Clemence Leather Retourne Ultraviolet Bag Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Corona Del Mar, CA
100% Authentic
After Grace Kelly, the Hollywood star and a princess, used her Hermes bag to hide her baby bump and subsequently, the public started referring the bag after her name,...
Category
2010s French Hobo Bags
Hermes Kelly Seller 25 Bag Fuschia Lizard Palladium Hardware Limited Edition
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Kelly 25 Sellier bag features a rare combination of lizard in all grown up retired Fuchsia pink.
Complimented with palladium hardware.
Divine size for day...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags
Hermès 28 cm Midnight Blue Epsom Kelly Sellier with Violet Interior
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Hermès Midnight Blue Epsom 28 cm Kelly Sellier is in pristine unworn condition with the protective plastic intact on the hardware. Hermès bags are considered the ulti...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags
Hermès Etain 25 cm Madame Sellier Kelly with Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Hermès Etain Madame 25 cm Sellier Kelly is pristine with the protective plastic intact on the hardware. Designed with the stitching on the outside of the bag, the Sel...
Category
2010s French Top Handle Bags
Hermès Rose Epsom 25 cm Kelly Sellier
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Hermès Rose Jaipur Epsom 25 cm Kelly Sellier is in pristine condition with the protective plastic intact on the hardware. Hermès bags are c...
Category
2010s French Top Handle Bags
Hermès Geranium Togo Leather Kelly 35cm Retourne
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès Geranium Togo Leather Kelly 35cm Retourne
Product Details
Xupes Ref: CB1443
Brand: Hermès
Model: Kelly 35cm
Type: Top Handle, Shoulder
Serial Number: [P]
Age: 2012
Accompanie...
Category
2010s French Top Handle Bags
Hermès Raspberry Pink Togo 25 cm Kelly
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Hermès Raspberry Pink Togo 25 cm Kelly is in pristine unworn condition. The protective plastic remains intact on the hardware. Hermès bags ...
Category
2010s French Top Handle Bags
Hermes Orange Kelly 28 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Athens, GA
Hermes Orange Kelly 28 Bag. Classic orange color with silver palladium hardware. Interior clean. Good condition. Rare size 25 Kelly. Includes clochette, lock, keys, and dust bag. Gua...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Top Handle Bags
$18,080
Hermès Kelly Mini II Tricolore Verso Craie/Mauve Pale/Gold Veau Epsom PHW
By Hermès
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A gorgeous Hermès Kelly Mini II Tricolore Verso handbag. The exterior of this Kelly Mini features Craie, Mauve Pale and Gold Veau Epsom leather and is compl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags
Hermès Gris Meyer Swift Leather Padded Kelly 25cm Sellier
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès Gris Meyer Swift Leather Padded Kelly 25cm Sellier
Product Details
Xupes Ref: CB1463
Brand: Hermès
Model: Kelly 25cm
Type: Top Handle, Should...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags
2012 Hermès Kelly 35 Ghillies Evercalf Rose Texas/Rouge H
By Hermès
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
Bag by Hermès, Kelly Ghillies model, size 35, made of evercalf leather, smooth and soft to the touch, in the two-tone Rose Texas and Rouge H colourway. Equipped with a flap with inte...
Category
2010s Top Handle Bags
Hermès Rouge Garance Togo Leather Kelly 32cm Retourne
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès Rouge Garance Togo Leather Kelly 32cm Retourne
Product Details
Xupes Ref: CB1473
Brand: Hermès
Model: Kelly 32cm
Type: Top Handle, Shoulder, Crossbody
Serial Number: [L]
Ag...
Category
Early 2000s French Top Handle Bags
Hermès 25 cm Rose Jaipur Epsom Kelly Sellier
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Hermès 25 cm Rose Jaipur Epsom Kelly Sellier is in pristine condition with the protective plastic intact on the hardware. Hermès bags are...
Category
2010s French Top Handle Bags
Hermès Kelly Bag 32 Clemence Leather Blue Izmir Top Handle Bag
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Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
Bag by Hermès, Kelly model, size 32, made in Clemence leather, soft and textured to the touch, in the Blue Izmir colorway, with silver hardware. Equipped with the classic flap with i...
Category
Early 2000s French Top Handle Bags
Hermès Bleu Electric & Gris Tourterelle Togo Leather Special Order HSS Kelly28cm
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès Bleu Electric & Gris Tourterelle Togo Leather Special Order HSS Kelly 28cm Sellier
Product Details
Xupes Ref: CB1475
Brand: Hermès
Model: Kelly 28cm
Type: Top Handle, Shoulde...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags
Hermes Kelly 25 Nata with gold hardware bag
By Hermès
Located in London, England
Hermes Kelly 25 Nata colour Epsom leather with gold hardware bag. All stickers on, in new condition. Comes with everything, box, dustbag, detachable strap, clochette lock and keys, r...
Category
2010s Top Handle Bags
Hermes Kelly 25cm Black Togo Leather Handbag with Silver Hardware Engraved
By Hermès
Located in Aventura, FL
Indulge in timeless elegance with this authentic Hermès Kelly 25 handbag, a symbol of sophistication and luxury. Crafted from premium black Togo leather, this masterpiece combines im...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Shoulder Bags
HERMÉS KELLY Retourne 32 cm bag in toile beige, Courchevel blue leather 1995s
By Hermès
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Iconic Hermès "Kelly Retourne" 32 cm 2 way bag (Made in France), beige Canvas and ''Courchevel dark blue leather. Stamped with Y - 1995.
Measurement
Height 23 cm - Width of t...
Category
1990s French Shoulder Bags
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