Evelyne 29

The Hermès Evelyne is a popular carryall bag. Its durability, lightweight, and open interior make it a popular bag for casual wear. It was in 1978 when the former head of the Hermes riding department, Evelyne Bertrard and her team, sat down to create a bag that would serve as a convenient carryall for horse grooming equipment. They came up with a design of a crossbody bag that featured a simple messenger-like silhouette, with a small belt closure and a removable shoulder strap. The bag was named the “Evelyne” after Bertrard. The defining feature of the bag was the perforated “H” design on the back, which allowed for aeration of the grooming tools while those were carried. Yes, you were supposed to carry the Evelyne with the the “H” facing the body!

Highlights

• circa 2006


• black


• leather


• signature perforated H logo


• press-stud fastening


• single shoulder strap


• main compartment