Newest Must Have Hermès Bag: Kelly en Desordre
Learn more about the newest Hermès Kelly shoulder bag.
Newest Hermès Kelly Bag: Kelly en Desordre is an Instant Hit
The Kelly en Desordre was first seen on the runway during the Hermès Women's Autumn-Winter 2022 collection. The new Hermès Kelly shoulder bag retails for about $12,000 in the US and has been an instant hit with collectors. The newly designed Kelly Sellier 20 en Desordre has dual exterior flaps with one sangle and turn lock on each side. One side has access to the main compartment while the other side has an external pocket. The top of the bag measures 20cm while the bottom measures 25cm. The shoulder strap is non-detachable and long enough to wear over the shoulder but not as a crossbody. The bag also does not come with lock or keys. The Hermès Kelly en Desordre is a modern take on the Vintage Mini Kelly 20 shoulder bag that also had an attached shoulder strap.
Pros and Cons of the Kelly en Desordre
There are many pros of the new Kelly en Desordre. While fashion editors continue to push big bags are coming back, Hermès collectors are still paying higher premiums for mini bags. The Kelly en Desordre is 20 centimeter size, the same wide as the popular Hermès Mini Kelly. The should strap is a great length and the interior compartment is more practical than the Mini Kelly due to the wider depth. The exterior pocket on the other side of the bag improves the bags overall functionality. One con that could hurt it's long term appeal is the turn lock can catch or rub against clothing or skin since both sides of the bag have a turn lock. Hermès reintroduced Kelly Elan could also compete with the Kelly en Desordre as an alternative shoulder bag that sells for between $13,000 to $17,000 at auction, s significant discount to the Kelly en Desordre.
Kelly en Desordre Auction Prices
The Kelly Desordre 20 has appeared at auctions since March 2023. Initial prices for the Hermès Kelly en Desordre were around $30,000-$45,000 or about 3x the retail price. Auction prices in 2024 ranged from $25,000 for a Rouge Piment bag to just over $50,000 for a black bag with gold hardware. So far, neutral colors including Black, Etoupe and Nata have sold for the highest premium while Vert Fizz, Bleu Saphir and Rouge Piment have been less popular. This pricing and color trend is consistent with other Hermès bags at auction.
Advantages to Collecting Hermès Kelly Bags on the Secondary Market
1. Access
Sotheby's is able to provide access to a curated selection of Hermès Kelly bags from its long established global network of sellers. Sotheby's is a leading global marketplace that offers pristine Kelly bags in the most popular colors, materials and sizes along with rare Himalayan and Limited Edition Kelly bags. Our handbag specialists are always sourcing the most desirable Hermès Kelly bags from collectors around the world. Sotheby's also sells incredible private collections that include one of a kind HSS Kelly bags.
2. Flexibility
Sotheby's provides multiple ways to purchase Kelly bags including auction, online and in person in New York, Hong Kong, Zurich, Paris and London. Sotheby's also offers a concierge service if you need assistance sourcing a specific Hermès Kelly bag that isn't available at auction or online.
3. Value
While Kelly bags in pristine condition sell at a premium to retail, Sotheby's has bags for purchase at auction and marketplace in a range of the most desirable colors and materials. Secondary marketplaces like Sotheby's allow a buyer to purchase a store fresh pristine Kelly bag with the original box and all plastic still on the hardware without waiting for a call from an Hermès sales associate. While it is possible to purchase a Kelly bag at an Hermès boutique, it is hard to predict how long it will take. Additionally if you don't have an existing relationship at the store, it is even harder to pick the exact bag including size, color and hardware. In many cases you may be offered a Kelly bag that may not be your desired color or size. Buyers also come to Sotheby's since they want to purchase more than two Kelly bags in a year. While we encourage you to build a relationship with an Hermès Sales Associate, Sotheby's can save you time when purchasing a Kelly bag.
4. Discovery
One of the best aspects of a global luxury marketplace is discovering unique one of a kind Kelly bags or rare limited edition Kelly bags that are no longer available at Hermès. Sotheby's curated selection changes regularly and each auction has a unique selection of Kelly bags including the popular Mini Kelly bag and the Kelly en Désordre 20 shoulder bag. You are likely to discover something new to you from Hermès.
Buying and Selling an Hermès Kelly Bag at Sotheby's
Sotheby's always has a curated selection of Hermès Kelly bags available for immediate shipping. Sotheby's also sells Hermès Kelly bags at auction in New York, Paris, Zurich and Hong Kong. Expect to find rare and collectible Kelly bags including the popular Kelly doll in pristine and excellent condition. Sotheby's sells Kelly bags in the newest colors and classic neutrals in leather and exotic materials along with collectible Limited Edition Kelly bags. Prices for Kelly bags in pristine condition generally start around $20,000 and can exceed $100,000 for Himalaya and Diamond Mini Kelly bags.
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