As Hermès steps back from the June Paris Men’s Fashion Week calendar and enters a new creative era under Grace Wales Bonner, menswear finds itself in a rare moment of transition after 37 years headed by Véronique Nichanian.

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While anticipation builds for what the next chapter will look like, attention shifts away from the runway and back to what is already available within the Hermès menswear universe. From practical crossbodies and sleek totes to structured carryalls, the men’s leather offering quietly delivers some of the house’s most desirable designs — often with a softer route to purchase than the house’s most sought-after icons.

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Here are eight of the hottest Hermès men’s bags you can buy right now.
Cab’H Tote
Sometimes, all you need is a chic, understated tote. Defined by its clean rectangular silhouette, the Cab’H Tote subtly plays with the house signature, with two front pockets that form an ‘H’ motif through their precise stitching. The backside strips things back entirely, replacing the logo effect with a single large slip pocket, all finished with palladium Clou de Selle snap closures for a subtle Hermès touch.

The design is equally considered in its functionality. An adjustable shoulder strap, secured with an Étrivière buckle, allows for effortless shoulder or crossbody wear, while the proportions — measuring 11 x 13.3 x 3.9 inches — make it practical for everyday use, comfortably fitting a 13-inch laptop, iPad, and other work essentials. The Cab’H Tote is available in a wide range of neutrals including Black, Caramel and Toundra Evergrain leather for $7,700, or the heritage Barénia Faubourg in Fauve for $8,350.


Kelly Messenger
The Kelly Messenger offers a relaxed take on one of Hermès’ most iconic silhouettes, reworking its signature codes into a softer, more functional crossbody. Identifiable by its slouchy structure, it features sangles, a plaque, and touret fastening, all scaled up to feel more contemporary while still rooted in the Kelly’s design language.

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Fashioned with everyday wear in mind, the adjustable leather strap allows for comfortable crossbody styling, while the widened body and base make it more practical than the Kelly Danse. It is available in two sizes — PM which measures 10.6 x 7.5 x 3.9 inches, and the roomier GM coming in at 13 x 10.6 x 5.5 inches. Prices for the Kelly Messenger PM starts at $14,700 in Togo leather, rising to $14,900 in Evercolor, while the larger GM retails at $16,400 in Togo.

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Trotting Bag
Trotting off the Hermès Men’s Spring–Summer 2025 runway, the Trotting Bag arrives as a more minimalist take on the house’s classic holdall silhouette. Lighter in feel and stripped back in hardware compared to the iconic HAC, it leans into a cleaner, more relaxed structure while still retaining a sense of scale and presence. Crafted in Togo calfskin, it measures 15 x 15.7 x 7.1 inches, and features one roomy main compartment, alongside a zippered pocket for your wallet and phone.

The bag is secured with a distinctive metal rod closure and dual hasps. An invisible exterior back pocket sits discreetly against the body for easy-access essentials, while oversized top handles allow it to be carried comfortably by hand. Finished with palladium-plated hardware, it offers a pared-back alternative within the Hermès travel and carryall lineup. The Trotting Bag retails for $16,200.

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Image courtesy: Hermès
Ancrage Bag
The Ancrage Bag expands the list of Hermès’ minimalistic offerings like the Cab’H Tote, focusing on a pared-back silhouette that favors subtle detailing over statement. Part of the Spring–Summer 2025 men’s lineup, it is crafted in Togo calfskin with a softly structured shape and clean, unembellished lines. The design sits in a relaxed middle ground between a messenger and everyday shoulder bag, with an open-top construction secured by a leather tab and an unlined interior that keeps the overall feel lightweight and understated.

A discreet nod to the house’s Chaine d’Ancre motif appears through a palladium-plated buckle on the adjustable webbing strap, adding a subtle point of interest without disrupting its minimalist look. Measuring 11 x 15 x 3 inches, it offers practical everyday capacity, including an interior back pocket for smaller essentials, while the slim strap allows it to be worn over the shoulder or crossbody. Available in a wide range of neutrals including Gold, Black, and Gris Pantin, the Ancrage retails for $6,500.


Hac à Dos Backpack
The HAC à Dos Backpack translates the design language of the iconic HAC into a streamlined, wearable format. First introduced in Winter 2022, it retains the signature restraint of the original HAC, with a semi-structured body and polished wedge flap, while reworking the silhouette into a functional everyday backpack. Subtle but scaled-up hardware adds a more contemporary edge, giving the design a slightly more statement finish than its archival inspiration.

Inside, you’ll find a large main compartment, a flat back pocket, and a D-ring for keys, keeping essentials organised without unnecessary detailing. The Hac à Dos Backpack is offered in two sizes — PM measuring 7.1 x 11 x 3.1 inches and GM at 10.25 x 14 x 4.5 inches — and comes with a single adjustable canvas strap for shoulder or crossbody wear. Available in a range of materials including Togo, and canvas iterations, the HAC à Dos offers a versatile take on a house icon.
| Hac à Dos Backpack | Leather/ Material | Price (USD) |
| Hac à Dos PM Backpack | Togo | $11,300 |
| Woolycot Canvas & Swift | $11,300 | |
| Barenia Faubourg | $12,800 | |
| Hac à Dos PM Backpack So Black | Togo | $12,600 |
| Hac à Dos GM Backpack | H Canvas & Togo | $13,000 |
| Togo | $13,200 |


Kelly Dépêches Pouch
The Kelly Dépêches Pouch is one of the more understated pieces within the Kelly family, offering a pared-back interpretation of the iconic silhouette. Known for its clean, structured lines and sleek format (10 x 7.9 x 1.6 inches), it retains the signature Kelly clasp while introducing softened, beveled corners. The result is a clutch that feels refined and minimal, yet clearly within the Hermès universe.

Lightweight and versatile, it includes a removable wrist strap for a relaxed carry option, shifting easily between formal and casual use. Roomy enough to house an iPad Mini, there is a small interior slip pocket perfectly sized for business cards. Offered in a range of leathers across many neutral colorways including Black, Gris Pantin, and Étoupe, prices for the Kelly Dépêches Pouch start at $11,100.
| Kelly Dépêches Pouch | Leather/ Material | Price (USD) |
| Kelly Dépêches 25 Pouch | Woolycot & Togo | $10,900 |
| Epsom | $11,100 | |
| Togo | $11,100 | |
| Box Calfskin | $15,300 | |
| Kelly Dépêches 25 So Black Pouch | Box Calfskin | $16,900 |


24 Noeuds PM Backpack
The 24 Noeuds PM Backpack sits between a bucket bag and a backpack, bringing a contemporary edge to the lineup. Crafted in Togo leather, it features a distinctive vertical silhouette measuring 10.2 x 12.9 x 7.8 inches, giving it a structured yet streamlined look. It benefits from a roomy main compartment with an internal slip pocket for smaller essentials, alongside a discreet external zip pocket for items you want close to hand.

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A drawstring closure cinches the top, finished with an H-shaped cord stopper in palladium hardware — a subtle decorative detail that lifts the otherwise minimal design. Intended primarily as a backpack, it comes with a thick adjustable shoulder strap for comfortable wear, alongside a top handle for more versatile styling. The 24 Noeuds PM Backpack is currently available in Black and retails for $14,400.

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Image courtesy: Red
Steve Light Junior Messenger Bag
The Steve Light Junior Messenger is a scaled-down, contemporary take on the original Hermès Steve bag, first introduced in 2008, reworking its proportions into a more streamlined crossbody. Designed in Togo calfskin, it has a clean satchel-style silhouette measuring 10.6 x 9.1 x 1.8 inches. Subtle hardware detailing, including a loop fastening in place of a traditional buckle to secure the slim adjustable strap, keeps the minimalist vibe.

A front pocket and zipped interior compartment provide practical organization, while the lighter crossbody strap allows it to be worn comfortably over the shoulder or across the body. Offered in a range of neutrals including Gold and Black, the Steve Light Junior Messenger Bag


Which of these Hermès men’s bags are you most tempted by right now – the sleek everyday crossbodies, the pared-back totes, or the more statement-making carryalls?
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