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The Swarovski-Covered Hermès That Made Headlines

When Frank McCourt’s wife, Monica Algarra, arrived at the OM vs PSG match with a Hermès Birkin sparkling in blue and silver Swarovski crystals, the press wanted to know if Hermè...

A Nod to Classic Shoe Design

The Hermès Ghillies Collection reimagines the Birkin and Kelly with perforated trim inspired by classic brogue shoes. Playful yet timeless, these limited-edition bags remain hig...

The Small-Scale Exotic with Big Collector Value

Hermès lizard bags are among the maison’s rarest creations, crafted in small sizes with luminous jewel-toned finishes. Discover why Birkin, Kelly, and Constance bags in lizard a...

Hermès Exotic Skins Explained

Hermès uses two types of crocodile for its most coveted Birkins and Kellys: Niloticus and Porosus. Learn how to tell them apart, why Porosus is considered the rarest, and why Ni...

The Travel Bag That Inspired an Icon

Before the Birkin, there was the Hermès HAC. Taller, narrower, and designed as a travel bag in 1892, the HAC inspired the Birkin we know today. Discover the key differences betw...

Hermès Wins U.S. Class-Action Lawsuit Over Birkin Access

A U.S. federal judge has dismissed a class-action lawsuit challenging Hermès’ Birkin sales strategy, confirming what collectors already knew: exclusivity is at the heart of the ...

The Pinnacle of Luxury

When it comes to luxury handbags, Hermès sets the ultimate standard — and nothing embodies that more than the Birkin and Kelly with diamond hardware. These pieces feature 18k wh...

The Collector’s Canvas

Hermès toile bags — from Birkins and Kellys to HACs and Quadrille editions — are among the maison’s most understated yet collectible creations. Lightweight, heritage-driven, and...

Exotic Leather & Feather Masterpieces

Hermès ostrich is one of the house’s most collectible exotics, known for its iconic quill follicles and rich dye colors. From timeless Birkins and Kellys in ostrich leather to t...

The Hermès Touch Birkin & Kelly

What exactly is a Hermès Touch Birkin or Kelly? It’s Hermès craftsmanship meets exotic accent: regular leather bodies with crocodile or alligator trims in flap, handles, and mor...

A Modern Twist

The Hermès Colormatic brings a playful twist to the Birkin and Kelly: color-blocking, exterior pockets, asymmetrical contrasts. Available in Birkin 25-35 cm and Kelly 25-32 cm. ...

Rouge Sellier, Ébène & Gris Foncé

This fall, Hermès collectors are coveting Rouge Sellier, Ébène, and Gris Foncé—three rich shades that embody timeless elegance. Privé Porter sources these rare Hermès bags for c...