The Evelyne is the Hermès handbag introduced in 1978 with a perforated H design.
The bag was created within Hermès’s equestrian tradition and was originally intended to carry grooming equipment. Its round or rounded body, crossbody strap, and perforated H motif made it practical while also giving it a distinctive house signature. The perforations can provide ventilation, a detail connected to its original stable-related purpose.
Over time, the Evelyne moved beyond its initial sporting context and became a widely recognized everyday bag. Different sizes, leathers, colors, and strap treatments have appeared across the model’s history, so examples do not all look identical.
The Evelyne is often confused with other casual Hermès bags such as the Picotin or Garden Party. Its clearest identifying feature is the large perforated H on the front, combined with its relaxed crossbody format.