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Hermès Kelly 40 Lakis Retourne Havane Swift & Custom Camouflage Canvas Palladium Hardware

Sale price$24,000.00 USD

Hermès Kelly 40 Retourne Lakis Havane & Custom Camouflage Canvas Palladium Hardware

The Hermès Kelly 40 Lakis in Havane Swift with Palladium Hardware is Jean-Paul Gaultier's functional Kelly, exterior zipped cargo pockets, detachable wide shoulder strap, military-inspired utility design from the early 2000s. The base bag is Havane Swift leather in Retourne construction (soft, unstructured). What makes this example distinct is the custom hand-painted camouflage applied to the canvas pocket panels by the JaneFinds Custom Shop.

The camo treatment aligns with the Lakis' cargo aesthetic, military pockets get military pattern. The 40cm format makes this a weekender or oversized carryall rather than a handbag. This is a modified piece, which means it exists outside traditional Hermès authentication parameters. For collectors who want something unique that can't be replicated, that's the appeal. Produced in 2010 (Square N stamp) and in Good pre-loved condition.

Condition: 3 – Very Good
Color: Lakis Havane & Custom Camouflage
Material: Canvas
Hardware: Palladium
Includes: Strap

JaneFinds Collector's Insight: The Kelly in Lakis Havane & Custom Camouflage Canvas carries the lineage of the original 1930s sac à dépêches, renamed after Grace Kelly in 1956.

JaneFinds Market Insight: The market demand for Kelly bags, particularly in the 40cm size, continues to outpace supply. This specific configuration is a staple for collectors seeking a balance of heritage and contemporary style.


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