Hermès Kelly 25 Sellier Alligator Blue Encre GHW

The Hermès Kelly Sellier in Blue Encre is the exotic version of the house's most structured bag, made in alligator. Sellier is the crisper of the two Kelly constructions: the panels are stitched on the outside, which gives the bag its sharp, architectural edges and upright shape, and in alligator that precision shows off the skin's symmetrical scale pattern, tile-like across the flap and body. Blue Encre is a deep, inky blue that reads almost black in low light and reveals its colour in the sun.

It keeps every Kelly signature, the front flap, the two straps over the top, the turn-lock clasp, the single rolled handle, and a detachable shoulder strap, with gold-plated hardware warming the cool blue. The interior is lined in matching leather. Alligator is graded, hand-selected, and worked in tiny numbers, which is what places an exotic Kelly well above the calfskin versions.

Because it is an exotic skin, this bag is governed by CITES: cross-border shipping requires the relevant permits and documentation. At Konesseur, every Hermès bag is authenticated before listing, and the UAE's 5% VAT is a meaningful advantage on a piece at this level. Explore more Hermès or the wider handbags range to compare.

• Model and colour: Hermès Kelly Sellier, Blue Encre alligator, gold-plated hardware (confirm size, 25/28/32)
• Design: Sellier construction with exterior stitching and sharp structured edges, front flap with turn-lock, single handle and detachable shoulder strap, leather-lined interior, made in France
• Condition, authenticity and compliance: authenticated by Konesseur; exotic (CITES) alligator, so international shipping is subject to CITES permits, confirm size, documentation and condition against the listing