So, Hermès. Leather. These two words are practically synonymous with “fancy.” Like, ridiculously, almost offensively fancy. We’re talking handcrafted-by-artisans-who-probably-only-drink-imported-spring-water fancy. And honestly, the prices? Don’t even get me started. You could probably buy a small car for the price of some of their bags. But hey, who am I to judge? If you’ve got the cash, go for it!
What makes their leather so darn special, though? Well, from what I’ve gathered (and let’s be real, a lot of it is from lurking on PurseForum – those ladies *know* their stuff!), it’s the quality. Like, top-of-the-line, best-of-the-best, only-the-finest-cows-need-apply kind of quality. They use all sorts of different leathers, apparently like 20 or 30 different kinds *every season*. That’s insane! Togo, Swift (which, I hear, is AMAZING for bold colors), some other random one I saw that looked like it was made of tiny dinosaurs… I mean, the variety is wild.
And then there’s the whole “craftsmanship” thing. You know, the “heritage” and “exclusivity” and all that jazz. It’s not just throwing some leather in a sewing machine, people! It’s… well, it’s a whole *thing*. I mean, I’m not a leather expert, okay? But I can appreciate the artistry. You can tell when something is made with care and attention, y’know? Plus, the brand name carries a lot of weight. Hermès isn’t just selling a bag; they’re selling a *status symbol*. A piece of history. A feeling of… I dunno, superiority? Okay, maybe that’s a bit harsh. But you get my drift.
And I gotta say, I saw something about sustainable vegan leather alternatives being used by some luxury brands. Like, mushrooms and pineapples? Seriously? I’m kinda curious, but also, it just doesn’t feel the same, does it? Like, can you imagine a Birkin made of pineapple? I mean, maybe… but probably not.
