Hermes Red Taurillon Clemence Leather and canvas “Victoria” travel Large Bag 50
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermes Red Taurillon Clemence leather and beige canvas “Victoria” travel Large Bag 50 featuring tarnish gold plated hardware, a top zipper closure, set clochette and address tag sta...
HERMES Victoria II 35 Fourre-Tout Purple Clemence Leather
By Hermès
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Condition: Normal signs of use, interior with yellowing oxidation and stains, corner wear, scratches on hardware. Accessories: Key,Lock size: Width:35cm,height:23cm Designer: Herm...
Hermes Victoria Travel Briefcase Togo 50
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Condition: Fair. Creasing, wear and scuffs on exterior, heavy wear on base corners. Heavy wear, darkening and scuffs on handles, heavy splitting on handle wax edges. Moderate wear, d...
Hermes Black Clemence Leather "Victoria II 35" Bag
By Hermès
Located in Chicago, IL
Retails for $5,500. Comes in dust bag. Black Clemence leather bag features two flat straps and double zip closure that secures with padlock and keys. Palladium hardware. Five feet on...
Hermes Victoria 45 Travel Handbag in Crinoline and Buffalo Leather
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermes Victoria 45 travel 48h bags in crinoline and buffalo leather. Good overall condition, 2 spots on the crinoline with some signs of wear. Sold with key, clochette and name tag. ...
Hermès Victoria Bag Blue Togo Leather
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
HERMÈS Victoria handbag in blue jean togo leather with a palladium metal hardware.
Hermes Mustard Clemence Victoria Handbag - SHW - circa 2008
By Hermès
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Hermes Mustard Clemence Victoria Handbag - circa 2008.
2014 Hermes Black 35 cm Clemence Victoria II Handbag
By Hermès
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
2014 Hermes Black 35 cm Clemence Victoria II Handbag. This bag is in impeccable condition and comes with a box, bag, duster, small duster, and all bag components.
Hermes Blue Jean Clemence Leather Victoria Bag
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
With its minimal design and casual feel, the Hermes Victoria is the perfect alternative to the Birkin.
Top zipper closure. Double rolled leather handles. Five palladiu...
Hermes Etoupe Taurillon Victoria Large 50 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermes Etoupe "Victoria" 50 tote bag featuring étoupe Taurillon Clemence leather, palladium plated hardware with top zipper closure, canvas lining, clochette and tirette with one key...
HERMES Victoria Orange Fire Clemence Leather Shoulder Bag
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermes Victoria shoulder bag. It is in taurillon Clemence orange fire leather with a lining in chevron canvas. Letter R in a square (2014). The fittings are in palladium silver fini...
2013 Hermès Crevette Clemence Leather Victoria II 35
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
HERMÈS Crevette Clemence Leather Victoria II 35 Reference: HB2873 Serial Number: [Q] Age (Circa): 2013 Accompanied By: Hermès Dust Bag, Lock, Keys, Clochette Authenticity Details: ...
Hermes Victoria II 35 Fourre-Tout Bag
By Hermès
Located in Port Hope, ON
This bag was first introduced in Spring/Summer 2007 Collection. The bag is spacious, lightweight and perfect for everyday use. Effortless and playfull. Made in Taupe Clemence leathe...
Hermès Brown Victoria Messenger Crossbody Bag 861837
By Hermès
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: H in a Square Made In: France Measurements: Length: 14" Width: 1.75" Height: 10.5" Shoulder Strap Drop: 20" Handle Drop: 1.5" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDIT...
HERMES Victoria Tote Bag in Chocolate Clémence Taurillon Leather
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
This Hermès Victoria model tote bag is in chocolate Clémence taurillon lamb leather. Included : clochette, keys and padlock. The double-zipper is in silver metal. The inner lining is...
2018 Hermès Bleu Saphir Clemence Victoria 35 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Toronto, ON
Pre-owned Hermès Bleu Saphir Clemence Victoria 35 bag featuring Clemence leather in Bleu Saphir, palladium hardware, two flat leather handles, two way zipper closure, interior lined ...
HERMES 'Victoria' Bag in Blue Abyss Taurillon Clémence Leather
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermès 'Victoria' bag in blue abyss Taurillon Clémence leather. Silver metal hardware. Zip closure. The interior is in beige chevron canvas. Stamp Q in a square Year 2011. Inclu...
Hermes 35 Victoria II Bag Blue Jean Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Hermes Victoria II Bag in coveted retired Blue Jean. Beautiful in Clemence with Palladium. Interior is textile and has 1 zip pocket and 2 slot pockets. Comes wit...
Hermes Taurillon Clemence Novillo Victoria II 35 in Turquoise
By Hermès
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Authentic Hermes Taurillon Clemence Novillo Victoria II 35 in turquoise. It features very tall leather strap handles, a double palladium zipper with lock and opens to a beige herring...
2010 Hermès Orange H Clemence Leather Victoria II 35
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
HERMÈS Orange H Clemence Leather Victoria II 35 Reference: HB2716 Serial Number: [N] Age (Circa): 2010 Accompanied By: Hermès Dust Bag, Lock, Keys, Clochette Authenticity Details: D...
Hermès Dark Brown Victoria Messenger Top Handle Bag 1112h51
By Hermès
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: H in a Square Made In: France Measurements: Length: 14" Width: 2" Height: 10.5" Shoulder Handle Drop: 20.5" Handle Drop: 1" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION...
HERMES black Clemence leather VICTORIA FOURRE-TOUT 35 Shoulder Bag
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
Hermes "Fourre-Tout Victoria II 35" in black Taurillon Clemence leather. Opens with two zippers on top. Lined in herring bone canvas with two front pockets against the front and one ...
HERMES Etoupe Clemence leather VICTORIA FOURRE-TOUT 35 Shoulder Bag
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
Hermes 'Victoria II Fourre-Tout 35' shoulder bag in Etoupe (taupe) Taurillon Clemence leather with contrasting white stitching. Closes with a two-way zipper on top. Lined in herringb...
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H 8.67 in W 17.33 in D 9.45 in
HERMES Clemence Victoria II 43 palladium beige leather travel satchel bag
By Hermès
Located in Hong Kong, NT
HERMES Clemence Victoria II 43 palladium beige leather travel satchel bag Reference: GIYG/A00096 Brand: Hermes Model: Victoria II 43 Material: Leather Color: Brown Pattern: Solid...
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H 7.88 in D 5.91 in L 14.18 in
Hermes Victoria Bag in Etoupe Clémence Taurillon Leather and Saddle Stitching
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermes Victoria bag in étoupe clémence taurillon leather with white saddle stitching. The interior is in chevron fabric. Silver plated hardware. Worn on arms or shoulder. Made in Fr...
HERMES Rouge Garance Clemence leather VICTORIA II PORTE-DOCUMENTS Briefcase Bag
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
Hermes 'Victoria II Porte-Documents' business bag in Rouge Garance (true red) Taurillon Clemence leather. Closes with a two-way zipper. Lined in canvas with three open pockets agains...
HERMES Blue Jean Clemence leather VICTORIA FOURRE-TOUT 35 Shoulder Bag
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
Hermes "Fourre-Tout Victoria II 35" in Blue Jean (light blue) Taurillon Clemence leather with contrasting white stitching. Opens with two zippers on top. Lined in herring bone canvas...
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H 8.67 in W 17.33 in D 9.45 in
HERMES VIctoria 40 tan brown calf leather top handle travel satchel bag
By Hermès
Located in Hong Kong, NT
HERMES VIctoria 40 tan brown calf leather top handle travel satchel bag Reference: GIYG/A00096 Brand: Hermes Model: Victoria II 40 Material: Leather Color: Brown Pattern: Solid...
HERMES brown leather VICTORIA 50 Travel Bag Havane Clemence
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermes Victoria 50 travelt bag in Havane (chestnut brown) Taurillon Clemence leather. Opens with a zipper. Lined in ivory fabric with two elastic straps. Has been carr...
Hermes Black Clemence Victoria II 35 cm Tote - circa 2012
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Hermes Black Clemence Victoria II 35 cm Tote - circa 2012. This bag is in excellent condition and comes with a duster and rain pouch. Measurements: Length- 9" Width- 13.5" Dep...
Hermes 2006 Black Clemence Leather Victoria II 35cm Satchel Bag PHW
Located in New York, NY
c.2006 Black Clemence leather. Palladium silver hardware. Zip top with two Palladium zipper pulls which meet in center. Two relaxed leather shoulder straps. Beige canvas lining....
Hermes Grey Clemence Leather Victoria II 35
By Hermès
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful Hermes Victoria II 35cm in good condition. Grey clemence leather exterior trimmed with silver palladium hardware. Top double zipper closure opens to a beige canvas lining...
Hermès LG Victoria Rust Clemence Bag
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès Victoria weekender bag in rust leather and gold tone hardware. Handle drop 5”. Date stamp A for 1997. Comes with key and generic dust cover .
HERMÈS Victoria II 35 Clemence Leather
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
HERMÈS Victoria II 35 made of clemence leather in orange. The bag has palladium silver hardware and a beige canvas interior. The handle drops 8'. The item comes with the original dus...
HERMES Taurillon Clemence Victoria II Cabas 35 Tote Bag Black
By Hermès
Located in Bangkok, TH
This stylish Hermes tote is crafted of taurillion clemence calfskin leather in black. This tote features two long leather straps for carrying on your shoulder comfortably. Wide top o...
Hermes Taurillon Novillo Victoria II 35 in Rouge Garance
By Hermès
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Authentic Hermes Taurillon Novillo Victoria II 35 in rouge garance. This stylish tote is crafted of fine Taurillon Novillo leather in red. It features very tall leather strap handles...
2007 Hermes Taurillon Clemence Victoria II 35cm in Vert Anis
By Hermès
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Authentic Hermes Taurillon Clemence Novillo Victoria II 35 in colour Vert Anis. Dates from 2007 as shown by the square K blind stamp. It features tall leather handles, a double palla...
RARE Hermes Victoria Cabas II Blue Clemence Leather Shoulder Bag Shopping Tote
By Hermès
Located in Philadelphia, PA
RARE Hermes Victoria Cabas II Blue Clemence Leather Shoulder Bag Shopping Tote in excellent condition. Beautiful blue clemence leather exterior with white topstitching and double le...
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H 12.21 in W 19.69 in D 9.85 in
1990s Hermes Toile H & Mahogany Clemence Leather Vintage Victoria 50cm
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
HERMES Toile H & Mahogany Clemence Leather Vintage Victoria 50cm This HERMES Victoria 50cm is in Excellent Pre-Owned Condition accompanied by Hermes Dust Bag, Lock, Keys, Clochet...
Hermes Victoria ll Fourre-Tout 43 Travel Bag Black Toile Palladium Hardware New
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic chic Hermes Victoria ll Fourre-Tout 43 travel bag features Black Toile and leather trim. Leather handles and trim with palladium hardware. Light weight with sl...
Hermes Victoria Tote Handbag
By Hermès
Located in Teaneck, NJ
Beautiful Taupe Hermes Victoria bag in excellent condition.
Hermes Victoria II Handbag Clemence 35
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This Hermes Victoria II Handbag Clemence 35, crafted in Orange H orange Clemence leather, features tall dual leather handles, protective base studs and palladium hardware.
Hermes Victoria II Handbag Clemence 35
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This Hermes Victoria II Handbag Clemence 35, crafted in Orange H orange Clemence leather, features dual top leather handles, protective base studs, and palladium hardware.
Hermes Victoria II Handbag Clemence 35
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This Hermes Victoria II Handbag Clemence 35, crafted in Orange H orange Clemence leather, features dual top leather handles, protective base studs, and palladium hardware.
Hermes Victoria II Handbag Clemence 35
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This Hermes Victoria II Handbag Clemence 35, crafted in Orange H orange Clemence leather, features dual top leather handles, protective base studs, and palladium hardware.
Hermes Victoria II Handbag Clemence 35
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Hermes Victoria II Handbag Clemence 35 is the perfect understated accessory for all seasons.
Hermes Victoria II Handbag Clemence 35
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Hermes Victoria II Handbag Clemence 35 is the perfect understated accessory for all seasons.
Hermes Victoria II Handbag Clemence 35
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This Hermes Victoria II Handbag Clemence 35, crafted in Bleu Glacier clemence leather, features dual top leather handles, protective base studs and palladium-tone hardware accents.
Hermes Victoria II Handbag Toile 43
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This Hermes Victoria II Handbag Toile 43, crafted in Noir black Toile and Evercalf leather, features dual top leather handles, protective base studs, and Palladium hardware.
Hermes Victoria II Handbag Toile 43
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This Hermes Victoria II Handbag Toile 43, crafted in Noir black Toile and Evercalf leather, features dual top leather handles, protective base studs, and Palladium hardware.
Hermes Victoria II Handbag Clemence 35
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This Hermes Victoria II Handbag Clemence 35, crafted in Gris Tourterelle neutral Clemence leather, features tall dual leather handles, protective base studs and palladium hardware.
Hermes Victoria II Handbag Toile 43
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This Hermes Victoria II Handbag Toile 43, crafted in Ebene brown Clemence and Toile Officier, features dual top leather handles, protective base studs and palladium hardware.
Hermes Victoria II Handbag Clemence 35
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This Hermes Victoria II Handbag Clemence 35, crafted in noir black clemence leather, features dual top leather handles, protective base studs, and palladium-tone hardware.
Hermes Victoria II Handbag Clemence 35
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This Hermes Victoria II Handbag Clemence 35, crafted in Bleu Jean clemence leather, features dual top leather handles, protective base studs, and palladium-tone hardware accents.
Hermes Victoria II Handbag Toile 43
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Measurements: Handle Drop 6", Height 10", Width 17", Depth 8" Designer: Hermes Model: Victoria II Handbag Toile 43 Item Number: 41254/50
Hermes Victoria II Handbag Toile 43
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This Hermes Victoria II Handbag Toile 43, crafted in Ecru Toile GM and Marron Glace Buffalo Skipper leather, features dual top leather handles, protective base studs and gold hardware.
Hermes Victoria II Handbag Toile 43
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This Hermes Victoria II Handbag Toile 43, crafted in Ecru Toile GM and Marron Glace Buffalo Skipper leather, features dual top leather handles, protective base studs and gold hardware.
Hermes Victoria II Handbag Clemence 35
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Hermes Victoria II Handbag Clemence 35 is the perfect understated accessory for all seasons.
Hermes Victoria II Handbag Clemence 35
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Hermes Victoria II Handbag Clemence 35 is the perfect understated accessory for all seasons.
Chanel Slot Machine Casino Minaudière Clutch 2023
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
This Casino Minaudière Evening Clutch Bag by Chanel is a highly sought-after and exclusive piece from the 2023 Cruise collection. - Circa 2023 - From the Chanel 2023 Cruise collectio...
$5,596Sale Price|20% Off
H 16 in L 18 in
Louis Vuitton LV x TM Murakami White Speedy Bandoulière 25 New 2025 Release
By Louis Vuitton, Takashi Murakami
Located in West Chester, PA
LOUIS VUITTON EXTREMELY LIMITED EDITION Remake of the original ICONIC Murakami White Multicolor Speedy Our pictures are of the actual bag you will receive Dimensions: 9.8" L x 7.5"...
Sold|$2,795
H 10.63 in W 13.78 in
Sac Hermès modèle Bolide format 35 en cuir légèrement grainé (Epsom anciennement
By Hermès
Located in PARIS, FR
Hermès Bolide bag, size 35, in slightly grained leather (Epsom, formerly Courchevel) in camel or "gold" color, with a supple leather interior that coordinates with a large slip pocke...
Rare Hermès Vintage Black Leather Sac 404 Top Handle Doctor's Bag
By Hermès
Located in Studio City, CA
Vintage Hermes Sac 404 in black box calf leather with top handle and gold-plated metal hardware including a push-lock closure and key attached to the handle and protected by a leathe...
$59,500
H 10.5 in W 19.5 in
Hermes Birkin 50 Limited Edition Endless Road Bleu De Prusse Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Aventura, FL
The Hermès Blue de Prusse Limited Edition Endless Road Birkin 50 Haute à Courroies is a remarkable fusion of artistry and craftsmanship. This exclusive piece from the 2019 Collection...
Hermes Kelly Depeches 38 Briefcase Electric Blue Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes coveted Kelly Depeches 38 briefcase. Very rare in Electric Blue. Epsom leather with Palladium hardware. Two large accordion compartments. Front wall ha...
Vintage 1990s black and white wool suit Moschino Cheap & Chic
By Moschino
Located in LAGNY-SUR-MARNE, FR
Vintage 1990s black and white suit (jacket and skirt) by Moschino Cheap & Chic. The black and red version of this suit can be seen on the ICONIC Fran fine on the hit sitcom the Nanny...
1990's Vintage Chanel Black Caviar XXL Supermodel Weekender Travel Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
1990s Chanel xxl supermodel weekender bag in black caviar with gold tone hardware. Shoulder drop, 15"L. Hologram ( partially scratched) and original dust cover. Collection 3. Minor s...
1970s Vintage GUCCI GG Monogram Jacquard Boston Bag Black Brown 34
By Gucci
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage Gucci boston bag is crafted of black GG monogram jacquard trimmed with brown smooth calfskin leather featuring rolled leather handles and gold toned hardware. Front flap...
Hermes Yellow Togo Leather Tsako Bag
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermes "Tsako” Yellow togo leather shoulder bag featuring a cotton shoulder handle, a logo fastening strap with a fastening snap, gold-tone hardware. Circa 1988 In good vintage co...
$32,612Sale Price|20% Off
H 7.49 in W 3.08 in L 9.26 in
Exceptional Hermès Passe Guide Bag Shiny Ebene Porosus Crocodile Ghw RARE
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
There's the Kelly, the Birkin, the Constance, and the PASSE-GUIDE Bag ...! To me, the most beautiful Purse Ever! Here is a rare opportunity to get an exceptional Authentic Hermès P...
1960's Hermes Brown Crocodile Skin Top Handle Bag
By Hermès
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Stunning and rare Hermes bag from the 1960s. Crafted from a structured glossy toffee brown colour crocodile skin with contrasting warm gold tone metal hardware. Interesting square cl...
Vintage 1970s Christian Dior Knitted Bolero Shrug Bed Jacket UK 8-10 US 4-6
By Christian Dior
Located in Nashville, TN
A romance in the softest shade of baby pink, this original 1970's knitted acrylic bed jacket by Christian Dior, is the perfect piece to keep the chill away. The rounded neckline is...
$5,194
Size: IT 40 - FR 36 - UK 8 - US 4
Vivienne Westwood red and blue checked cotton three piece skirt suit, ss 1994
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Vivienne Westwood red and blue checked cotton three piece suit comprising: halter neck blouse with high-neck pointed collar and draped bust, fitted blazer jacket with signature orb b...
Hermès Customised Heron Jige Elan PM
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
- Burgundy leather trim - Fold flap - Custom hand-painted heron design - Signature “H” tab closure - Tonal stitching with contrast edging - Includes original box (damaged) - Stamp K ...
Hartmann Retro Carry-On in Apple Green with Polka Dot
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Hartmann Retro Carry-On in Apple Green with Dots. Hartmann's beautiful Retro Carry-On in Apple Green. Perfect as a small carry-on or for everyday use. This cute carry-on can house ...
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.
An integral part of fashion, handbags and purses have been indispensable accessories ever since we began to carry around personal items. Level of craftsmanship, style and shape matters — from coin purses in ancient Greece to early 20th-century opera bags and onward, handbags have evolved considerably over the years to meet our needs and desires, whether or not you happen to be prioritizing functionality over a flashy exterior.
Once, a single “It” handbag ruled each fashion season. No more. Today, lovers of vintage handbags are savvier and have a wider range of shopping options. Nevertheless, classics created by the likes of Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.
“It is not a fashion bag — it is a statement bag,” says Mightychic's Debra Kent of Hermès's widely beloved accessories. “When you carry an iconic Hermès bag — Birkin, Kelly, Constance — no one knows how long you have been into this culture or if you are a newbie. Your status is validated immediately.”
First released in 1997, Fendi's Baguette rose to fame along with Carrie Bradshaw, the Sex and the City character portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker. Recently, the design has seen such a resurgence in popularity that Fendi has reissued it.
They are part of design history, so owning a handbag has meaning. As New York–based fashion historian Sarah C. Byrd says, “You have made the choice to invest in this piece because you understand the value of it in the past and in the future to come.”
From a 1980s Chanel black leather quilted mini buckle bag to the rare Hermès Birkin 30cm Himalayan with diamond hardware to a range of 19th-century bags, find a rich variety of vintage and designer handbags and purses spanning numerous brands on 1stDibs — seasonal “It” designation no longer needed.
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.
More than a fashion statement, this iconic style continually appreciates in value.
A symbol of luxury and elegance, the design has a storied past and a legion of devoted collectors.
When the name of a bag is as well-known as its brand, you know it's a classic.