Help! First vintage Hermes Kelly!

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#16
Raaz said:
Please can I bother you with another query?

My bag does not come with a strap. Ideally I would like a vintage strap. Do you think a white canvas strap would work…?although the idea seems abhorring even as I am typing this question! Any merit in considering dyeing the canvas strap? View attachment 5878219
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I'd opt for a multi color strap & perhaps choose one with the colors of your wardrobe
Enjoy your Kelly!!
 
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@Raaz, I have been looking for a leather rouge H strap for years on the resale market. I have never found one in box leather in rouge H. The other problem is that rouge H has changed over time and if you find one, it may not be a color match. I have the chevre rouge H strap that goes with the toile Kelly, so if I really want a leather strap on it, I can use that one.
 
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gracekelly said:
@Raaz, I have been looking for a leather rouge H strap for years on the resale market. I have never found one in box leather in rouge H. The other problem is that rouge H has changed over time and if you find one, it may not be a color match. I have the chevre rouge H strap that goes with the toile Kelly, so if I really want a leather strap on it, I can use that one.
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Yes it’s much easier to find courcheval etc straps in gold, étoupe. @Raaz I feel like I saw a Rouge H strap somewhere recently. I’ll see if I can find it…

ETA - here it is, on FP. Rouge H but Epsom not box and PHW…

Harnachement Rouge H

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Raaz said:
Please can I bother you with another query?

My bag does not come with a strap. Ideally I would like a vintage strap. Do you think a white canvas strap would work…?although the idea seems abhorring even as I am typing this question! Any merit in considering dyeing the canvas strap? View attachment 5878219
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I would see no point in dyeing the strap; it would cease to be authentic Hermes.
you might just as well get some other aftermarket strap from a different maker.
 
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gracekelly said:
@Raaz, I have been looking for a leather rouge H strap for years on the resale market. I have never found one in box leather in rouge H. The other problem is that rouge H has changed over time and if you find one, it may not be a color match. I have the chevre rouge H strap that goes with the toile Kelly, so if I really want a leather strap on it, I can use that one.
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Fair point! I might to keep looking. Thanks!
 
#24
gracekelly said:
Totally agree with this. I think using a contrasting strap makes them more fun. Dare I mention that a couple of years ago, a tPFer on another thread posted a link to an Etsy seller who makes amazing replica H straps like the one on my bag. I ordered a couple to use with different color bags and my barenia. I was very impressed with the quality and after comparing them to my strap in the picture, purchased from Hermes) I would have to say that the quality of the woven portion of the strap was spot on to Hermes. The only difference was in the hardware and the leather piece on the end of the strap.
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Cheeky but so very clever! Would you have that link? The best option so far…
 
#25
880 said:
I would wait Simply bc I’d worry about the white getting dirty or transferring dye.

ETA: here is a thread with non Hermes options (I was searching for the link, while it was mentioned by @gracekelly below)

Non-H Shoulder Strap Success

I am so sorry to hear that and mine was close enough thankfully not to be a problem. I didn’t customize the color and chose rouge h from her options but did customize the strap(125cm) which she accommodated. I also asked h and told they don’t make custom straps for herbags. Unfortunately I have...
forum.purseblog.com forum.purseblog.com
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So true about dye transfer! What was I thinking? Desperate measures
 
#26
gracekelly said:
View attachment 5878352There must be a thing about vintage bags that are missing a leather strap. Over time I have bought two that had no strap. One is a 32cm sellier rouge H box Kelly. I found a really nice leather one with in rouge H with studs on the Rebecca Minkoff site many years ago. More recently I found an Hermes multicolor one that I currently have on my toile chevre rouge H Kelly.
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Drool..drool…beautiful! The strap just adds to the beauty!
 
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Veritybelle said:
I think a white strap could work depending how you put the rest of the outfit together. I sometimes use woven straps with my older and vintage Kellys for a more dressed down look. It changes their vibe in a good way. I especially like how this works with my Barenia K. Sometimes the best thing is to embrace the contrast!
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And perhaps get a white charm to make it work! I can be adventurous….or so I say! Lol! Thanks!
 
#28
Raaz said:
Drool..drool…beautiful! The strap just adds to the beauty!
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Thanks! I actually just found one on eBay if you are interested. Know nothing about the seller.

www.ebay.com

BNIB AUTHENTIC HERMES STRAP ZIG ZAG 41.5" BAG PINK LIME GHW BIRKIN KELLY BOLIDE | eBay

Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for BNIB AUTHENTIC HERMES STRAP ZIG ZAG 41.5" BAG PINK LIME GHW BIRKIN KELLY BOLIDE at the best online prices at eBay! Free shipping for many products!
www.ebay.com
 
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gracekelly said:
Thanks! I actually just found one on eBay if you are interested. Know nothing about the seller.

www.ebay.com

BNIB AUTHENTIC HERMES STRAP ZIG ZAG 41.5" BAG PINK LIME GHW BIRKIN KELLY BOLIDE | eBay

Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for BNIB AUTHENTIC HERMES STRAP ZIG ZAG 41.5" BAG PINK LIME GHW BIRKIN KELLY BOLIDE at the best online prices at eBay! Free shipping for many products!
www.ebay.com
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That is a good choice! You all are so helpfu! Thank you so much. Truly feels like a community! Finally here we get the passion for fashion, bags and all! Thank you all! Xx
 
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