Chanel 1997 Vintage Top Handle Kelly Frame Vanity Box Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 1997 Top Handle Kelly Frame Vanity Box Bag Introduced by Gabrielle Chanel to guarantee the quality and durability of leather bags, diamond quilting has become one of Chanel...
Hermès Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Mini Kelly 20cm Sellier
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Mini Kelly 20cm Sellier Product Details Xupes Ref: JJLG087 Brand: Hermès Model: Kelly 20cm Type: Top Handle, Shoulder Serial Number: (U) Age: 1...
Hermes Vintage 1970s Kelly 28 Navy Blue Box Calfskin Leather Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
- Midnight blue exterior - Comes with lock and key - No box or dustbag Condition: The bag is in overall great condition for its age, the bag has been retouched, the shape has ...
Chanel 1997 Vintage Top Handle Kelly Frame Patent Leather Vanity Box Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 1997 Vintage Top Handle Kelly Frame Patent Leather Vanity Box Bag Silver hardware Black patent diamond quilted leather CC structured design box tote features a shoulder str...
Hermès 1993 Vintage Kelly 20cm Black Box Calf Leather Top Handle Bag
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 20cm Product Details Xupes Ref: JJLG118 Brand: Hermès Model: Kelly 20cm Type: Top Handle, Shoulder Serial Number: (W) Age: 1993 Accompani...
Hermès Kelly 32cm Tri-Color Sellier Calfskin Vintage Box Leather w Gold Hardware
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Hermès Vintage Kelly 32cm Sellier in Box calfskin, presented in a structured, formal silhouette that carries more presence due to its larger scale and the naturally rigid architectur...
Box 32 vintage black G square
By Hermès
Located in Athens, GA
Hermes Vintage Box Black Kelly 32 Bag. Highly desired box leather.
Hermes vintage Kelly 20cm Rouge H in Box leather
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
At 30 years old this is a true vintage piece. In Box leather with Gold hardware it is in good condition and comes with the short strap typical of the Kellies of that age.
Hermes Vintage Black Box With Gold Studs 20cm Kelly Bag
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
This an exquisite vintage Hermes bag which is in immaculate condition complete with original strap. (Please note that Hermes did not make a lock & key for the 20cm Kelly) You will c...
Unavailable
H 9.25 in W 12.75 in D 4.75 in
Hermes Vintage "Kelly" Black Box Calf Leather 32 cm Flap Bag
By Hermès
Located in Chicago, IL
The timeless "Kelly" is as sophisticated as its namesake. Supple box calf leather construction. Gold-tone hardware. Top rolled handle. Removable flat strap. Flat studded feet. Front ...
Hermes Vintage Kelly 28 Rouge Garance Red Box Calf Leather Gold Metal Satchel
By Hermès
Located in Kowloon, HK
Color: Red / Rouge Garance (designer color) Material: Box Calf Leather Condition: Rank A Overall: Good, few minor defects Surface: Minor Stains Corners: Minor Stains & Stains...
MINT. Vintage HERMES black box calf leather Kelly belt. Stamp S in O, 1989. 65cm
By Hermès
Located in Kashiwa, Chiba
1989. MINT. Vintage HERMES black box calf leather Kelly belt.
Hermes Vintage Kelly 35 Noir Black Box Calf Leather Gold Metal Top Handle Bag
By Hermès
Located in Kowloon, HK
Material: Box Calf Leather Condition: Rank B Overall: Fair, few defects Surface: Obvious Scratches Corners: Obvious Scratches Edges: Obvious Scratches Handles/Straps: Obvious Scra...
Hermes vintage Kelly 20cm Blue in Box leather
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
These beautiful bags are no longer made so are very sought after and we are lucky enough to have this gorgeous little Kelly in very dark blue available. S stamp, in good condition wi...
Hermès Vintage Rouge H Box Kelly 28
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Burgundy/Red Gold-tone hardware Single top handle Main compartment Internal zip-fastening pocket Internal patch pocket Detachable shoulder strap Comes with padlock, keys and clochett...
Hermès Kelly 32 Vintage 1994 Box GHW
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
* Hermès Kelly 32 * Vintage piece from 1994, with "X" stamp * Gold hardware * Box Leather * Very Good Vintage Condition: Minor wear on corners and minor hairline scratches.
Hermes Kelly 20 Mini Vintage Kelly Sellier Box Leather Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Rare and beautiful Black box leather Vintage mini Kelly 20. Gold hardware.
Hermès Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 20cm
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 20cm BRAND Hermès MODEL Kelly 20cm AGE 1993 GENDER Women's MATERIAL(S) Box Calf Leather COLOUR Black HARDWARE Gold INTERIOR Red Leather A...
Hermès Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 32cm
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 32cm CONDITION NOTES The exterior is in excellent condition with light signs of use.
HERMES Vintage Kelly 35 Brown Box Leather Bag
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
HERMES Vintage Kelly 35 brown box leather bag. The jewelry is in palladium silver metal.
HERMES Vintage Kelly 32 in Black Box Leather
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermès vintage Kelly 32 in black box leather. Gilded metal trim (micro scratches).
1992 HermesBlack Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 32cm
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"HERMÈS Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 32cm Reference: HB2645 Serial Number: (V) Age (Circa): 1992 Accompanied By: Hermès Dust Bag, Box, Keys, Clochette, 2018 50mm Sangle Cava...
Hermès Black Box Calf Vintage Kelly 32cm Retourne
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès Black Box Calf Vintage Kelly 32cm Retourne Product Details Xupes Ref: CB1161 Brand: Hermès Model: Kelly 32cm Type: Top Handle, Shoulder Serial Number: [E] Age: 2001 Accompani...
Hermès Vintage Kelly 32 Retourne Brown Box GHW
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
- Brown - Box leather - Gold plated hardware - Vintage - Stamp: Z (1970s) - Comes with clochette, lock and keys - Condition: Fair The bag shows visible signs of wear and tear on the ...
Hermès Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 32cm Sellier
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
lack Hardware: Gold Material(s): Box Calf Leather Specification Height: 23cm Width: 32cm Depth: 10.5cm Handle Drop: 10cm Strap Drop: 46cm Interior: Black Leather Closure: Turn Lock,...
Vintage Hermes Rouge Box Calf 32 cm Kelly Handbag
By Hermès
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Hermes Rouge Box Calf 32 cm Kelly Handbag - GHW - Circa 1981.
HERMES Vintage Kelly 32 bag in Black Box Leather
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermes vintage Kelly 32 bag in black box leather. Gilded metal hardware.
Vintage HERMES Kelly 32 Handbag In Black Box Leather
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermes Kelly 32 Handbag in black box leather. Hardware in gilded metal.
HERMES Vintage Kelly 32 Bag in Black Box Leather
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermes vintage 32 Kelly bag in black box leather. Gold metal hardware.
HERMES 'Kelly 35' Vintage Bag in Black Box Leather
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermès 'Kelly 35' vintage bag in black box leather. Gilded metal hardware.
HERMES Vintage 'Kelly 32' Bag in Black Box Leather
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermes vintage 'Kelly 32' bag in black box leather. Gilded metal hardware.
HERMES Vintage Kelly 32 Bag in Black Box Leather
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermès vintage Kelly 32 bag in black box leather. Stamp Z (year 1970).
HERMES Vintage Kelly 35 Bag in Black Box Leather
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermes vintage 35 Kelly bag in black box leather. Gilt metal hardware.
HERMES Vintage Kelly 28 Bag in Black Box Leather
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermès vintage Kelly 28 bag in black box leather. The hardware is in gilded brass.
HERMES Vintage Kelly 32 Bag in Black Box Leather
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermes vintage Kelly 32 bag, in black box leather. Marking "HERMES PARIS" The corners are slightly worn and at the angle of the slight tear flap.
HERMES black Box KELLY I 28 SELLIER Bag VINTAGE
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
Hermes 'Kelly l 28 Sellier' bag in black Veau Box leather.
HERMES Kelly 28 Vintage Bag in Brown Box Leather
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermes Kelly 28 bag in brown box leather. Gilt metal hardware.
HERMÈS Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 15cm Sellier
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
HERMÈS Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 15cm Sellier Serial Number: (V) Age (Circa): 1992 Accompanied By: Hermès Dust Bag, Box, Shoulder Strap Authenticity Details: Date Stamp (...
1992 Hermès Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 32cm
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
HERMÈS Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 32cm Xupes Reference: HB2645 Serial Number: (V) Age (Circa): 1992 Accompanied By: Hermès Dust Bag, Box, Keys, Clochette, 2018 50mm Sangle...
1992 Hermès Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 32cm
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
HERMÈS Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 32cm Xupes Reference: HB2645 Serial Number: (V) Age (Circa): 1992 Accompanied By: Hermès Dust Bag, Box, Keys, Clochette, 2018 50mm Sangle...
Hermès Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 32cm Sellier
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"HERMÈS Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 32cm Sellier Xupes Reference: HB3794 Serial Number: (U) Age (Circa): 1991 Accompanied By: Hermès Dust Bag, Lock, Keys, Clochette, Shoul...
HERMÈS Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Mini Kelly 20cm
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
HERMÈS Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Mini Kelly 20cm Serial Number: (U) Age (Circa): 1991 Accompanied By: Hermès Dust Bag, Shoulder Strap Authenticity Details: Date Stamp (Made in ...
HERMÈS Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 32cm Retourne
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
HERMÈS Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 32cm Retourne Xupes Reference: HB4453 Serial Number: [A] Age (Circa): 1997 Accompanied By: Hermès Dust Bag, Shoulder Strap, Lock, Keys, C...
HERMÈS Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 32cm Retourne
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
HERMÈS Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 32cm Retourne Xupes Reference: HB4453 Serial Number: [A] Age (Circa): 1997 Accompanied By: Hermès Dust Bag, Shoulder Strap, Lock, Keys, C...
Vintage Kelly 28 HERMES Black Bag Box and Alligator
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
A must-have Kelly 28 bag from Maison Hermès, in a black box leather and alligator. It is worn by hand or shoulder by a removable shoulder strap. The lining is black with 3 pockets, o...
Hermès Noisette Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 32cm Retourne
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès Noisette Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 32cm Retourne Product Details Xupes Ref: CB1618 Brand: Hermès Model: Kelly 32cm Type: Top Handle, Shoulder Serial Number: (H) Age: 197...
Vintage HERMES Kelly 28 Handbag in Brown Glazed Box Leather
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Vintage! Hermes Kelly 28 in brown glazed box leather.
HERMES Kelly 32 Vintage Bag in Black Box Retourné Leather
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Kelly 32 bag in black box retourné leather. Gold plated Hardware.
HERMES Vintage Kelly 28 Flap Bag in Black Box Leather
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermes vintage Kelly 28 flap bag in black box leather, returned.
HERMES Kelly 32 Vintage Bag in Navy Blue Box Leather
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermes Kelly 32 vintage bag in navy blue box leather. Gilt metal hardware.
Hermès BLUE SAPHIR BOX CALF LEATHER VINTAGE KELLY 15CM SELLIER
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès BLUE SAPHIR BOX CALF LEATHER VINTAGE KELLY 15CM SELLIER CONDITION NOTES The exterior is in excellent condition with light signs of use.
HERMÈS Vintage Brown Box Leather Kelly 28 Handbag Circa 1964
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hermès brown KELLY 28 CM Box leather handbag Circa 1964. This KELLY bag comes with the its original key and lock. It's in great condition besides slight aging and crackling at fold...
1989 Hermès Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 32cm Sellier
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
HERMÈS Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 32cm Sellier Reference: HB2806 Serial Number: (S) Age (Circa): 1989 Accompanied By: Hermès Dust Bag, Lock, Keys, Clochette, 2018 50mm Sa...
Vintage Hermes Kelly Bag 32cm In Burgundy Box Leather, 1976
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Hermes Kelly 32 cm in rouge (burgundy) box leather.
1990 Hermes Navy Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 15cm Sellier
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
HERMÈS Navy Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 15cm Sellier Xupes Reference: JJLG032 Serial Number: No stamp due to strap replacement by Hermès Age (Circa): 1990 Accompanied By: Hermès...
2011 Hermes Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 32cm Sellier
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
HERMÈS Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 32cm Sellier Xupes Reference: JJLG047 Serial Number: [O] Age (Circa): 2011 Accompanied By: Hermès Dust Bag, Box, Padlock, Keys, Clochette...
2000 Hermès Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 35cm Sellier
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
HERMÈS Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 35cm Sellier Xupes Reference: HB3142 Serial Number: [D] Age (Circa): 2000 Accompanied By: Hermès Dust Bag, Box, Lock, Keys, Clochette, In...
Hermès Blue Saphir Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 20cm Sellier
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
HERMÈS Blue Saphir Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 20cm Sellier Xupes Reference: HBJJLG024 Serial Number: (W) Age (Circa): 1993 Accompanied By: Hermès Dust Bag, Shoulder Strap Authen...
1994 Hermes Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 32cm Sellier
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
HERMÈS Black Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 32cm Sellier Xupes Reference: JJLG045 Serial Number: (X) Age (Circa): 1994 Accompanied By: Hermès Dust Bag, Padlock, Keys, Clochette, Sho...
Hermès Rouge Vif Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 32cm Sellier
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès Rouge Vif Box Calf Leather Vintage Kelly 32cm Sellier Product Details Xupes Ref: CB1471 Brand: Hermès Model: Kelly 32cm Type: Top Handle Serial Number: (N) Age: 1984 Accompan...
HERMÈS Vintage Kelly Sellier 32 Box Calfskin Iconic 1970s Rouge H
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
HERMÈS Vintage Kelly Sellier 32 Box Calfskin Iconic 1970s Rouge H Vintage 1970s-1980s rare iconic Hermès Kelly 32 handbag handcrafted in rare rouge H, red sellier calf box leather wi...
Hermes Vintage Black Box Calf 35cm Kelly Handbag GHW - circa 1993
By Hermès
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Hermes Vintage Black Box Calf 35cm Kelly Handbag GHW - circa 1993.
Hermès Vintage Black Box Calf 35 cm Kelly with Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Hermès Black Box Calf 35 cm Kelly is in excellent vintage condition.
HERMES black Veau Box leather & Gold KELLY 32 Sellier Bag VINTAGE
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
Hermes "Kelly I 32 Retourner" bag in black Veau Box (Calfskin leather) with gold-plated hardware.
Hermès Birkin 35 Rose Sheherazade GHW
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
- Pink - Exotic leather - Crocodile Porosus - Gold-tone hardware - Comes with keys, clochette, lock and CITES - Comes with original dust bag - Condition: Good This pre-owned item is ...
CHRISTIAN DIOR burgundy CROCODILE LADY DIOR MEDIUM Tote Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Christian Dior Medium Lady Dior bag is crafted in glossy burgundy crocodile leather with a luxurious sheen. The structured silhouette is accented with two hard to...
Hermès Constance Mini 18 Bleu Roy Ostrich Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Berlin, DE
Hermès Constance Mini 18 in bleu roy and ostrich leather with gold hardware. The bag is unworn and comes as full set with the original receipt. Stamp Y (2020)
$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"...
Christian Dior 2000 Blue Diorissimo Jacquard Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Dior Saddle Bag, designed by John Galliano in 2000, stands out with its unique saddle shape and iconic Dior monogram pattern. Inspired by equestrian style, this vintage piece has...
$1,320Sale Price|20% Off
H 9 in D 3.5 in L 16 in
New Fendi Aspen Shearling and Suede FF Brown Hobo Tote Bag
By Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
Rare Fendi Shearling Aspen Bag Brand New * Stunning Rare Shearling Bag * Rich Soft Chocolate Brown * Full Shearling Lining and Piping * Rope Braided & Leather Strap * Two Front Snap...
$1,036Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 10
1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy, yet sophisticated 1990s BOB MACKIE black crepe bodycon evening dress! Features an elegant sweetheart neckline, with satin trim. Figure flattering silhouette that hugs the body ...
Hermes Crocodile Porosus Skin Kelly Sport Bag
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Rare Item - Hermes Crocodile Porosus Skin Kelly Sport Bag Bright orange crossbody bag crafted in shiny Crocodile Porosus skin with shiny 18k gold plated hardware. Designed with 'H...
Hermes Kelly Sellier 28 Black Box Leather Bag Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Kelly Sellier 28 bag featured in rare Black Box leather. Considered to be of the most collectible hertiage leathers from Hermes, this timeless beauty exu...
Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Convertible Tiara Necklace
Located in London, GB
A vintage sapphire and diamond convertible tiara necklace. An exceptional vintage sapphire and diamond convertible tiara and necklace set, in platinum, circa 1950. This beautifull...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
$2,295
Size: Small - Medium
Christian Dior John Galliano Fall 2001 Black White Novelty Domino Print Cami Top
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in San Diego, CA
Collectible CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO Fall 2001 runway vintage black and white novelty print playing cards and domino semi sheer mesh camisole top! Kris Jenner ( Mother of Kim ...
Hermes Kelly Sellier 32 Tri-Colour Poussiere Poudre Ficelle Crocodile
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Kelly 32 Sellier bag featured in a rare tri-colour Porosus Crocodile. The perfect neutral palette of Poussiere, Poudre and Ficelle. No longer produced thi...
GUCCI by Tom Ford Pink GG Monogram Logo Satin Lizard Barbiecore Horsebit Bag
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
A stunning Gucci clutch Made of finest pink satin Ruched style, with the famous GUCCI GG Monogram stamped on silk Exotic Lizard Skin Trimming Mat-gold hardware Horsebit detail Fully ...
$12,920
W 17 in D 4 in L 13 in
Chanel Timeless Vintage Cc Tote Towel Rare Piece Black Terry Cloth Beach Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Vintage Beach Bag CC Tote Towel Rare Piece 1989 {VINTAGE 33 Years} White terry "CC" lettering stitched on one side Black leather lined interior Interior zippered and open poc...
UNWORN Christian Dior by John Galliano Deep Cleavage Laceup Silk Dress 4
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Switzerland, CH
This dress is a variation of Goldie Hawn's Golden Globe Dress created exclusively by John Galliano An extremely luxurious and CHRISTIAN DIOR signature piece that will last you for y...
Chanel Jumbo Matte Ombre Alligator Timeless Double Flap
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Rare Item - Chanel Jumbo Matte Ombre Alligator Timeless Double Flap Bag iconic handbag crafted in Alligator skin and silver hardware. Red double front flap and signature 'CC' turn-...
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.
Usually characterized by simplicity and sporting a classic and beloved silhouette, vintage and designer top-handle bags can easily find a place among your wardrobe staples. From the Haut à courroies — Hermès’s original top-handle bag, created in 1892 — to the smaller and timeless Sac à dépêches that inspired both iconic accessories the Kelly bag in the 1950s and the Birkin in the 1980s, the discerning shopper has had no shortage of options to choose from.
Small and mini designer top-handle bags, including vintage top-handle box bags and micro clutches, offer an alternate dynamic and usually feature sleek lines and modest features to perfectly complement your evening look. Styling with jeans and a comfortable sweater works, too — a classic top-handle bag or other type of handbag designed by the likes of Prada, Celine or other widely loved fashion label is an ideal accessory to pair with casual attire. For a personal touch or pop of color, add a key chain, a patterned scarf or a handbag chain.
On 1stDibs, you can find vintage top-handle bags from Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Gucci and more. The numerous styles of this cherished accessory that we have available also include the Louis Vuitton Monogram Vernis Alma GM handbag, Fendi Baguette purses and modern leather Longchamp handbags.
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.
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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.