HERMES IN-DEPTH LEATHER GUIDE | CURRENT "PERMANENT" LEATHERS + LEATHER PRICING DIFFERENCE

[@SharfarajSukhdev]

I still love my LV reverse monogram LYXBAGS clutch! It's versatile, fits a variety of items, and is definitely a workhorse! I think seeing it everywhere (like the LV speedy) is proof that it's already a classic.

[@TyroneKelly-yl3is]

The *yutulux* canvas tote bag actually reminds me of Hermes Garden Party, too. Thanks for making this video on suggesting more budget friendly alternatives. Love it!

[@el3yonel7azeneh89]

You are encyclopedia in Hermes !! Watching your video as I am about to get my first bag . Excellent effort

[@isabellec1379]

Hi, I am French, and as long as you make quality videos like this one, you can butcher my language all you want! You must have spent hours doing research to know so much about leather, thank you for sharing it with us. (I am sorry if I made mistakes)

[@Purseonfleek]

Haha 😜 exactly my point too! It's ok to butcher it as long as your intention is to inform. It's the Aussie slang it's like impossible to speak any other way🤣

[@julianagreco.]

I love your Hermes videos! I have learned so much from them! Hopefully one day I can get my own Hermes bags

[@Purseonfleek]

Thankyou! Im sure one day you will have a Hermes bag just stay focused on saving 😁

[@ladytlux2952]

This helped me out so much. I am loving learning about Hermes. I just ordered my first slg (calvi) in Mysore and can’t wait to learn more! Falling in love with Hermes

[@Purseonfleek]

🍊🍊🧡🧡

[@angeleyn]

Wow this was such an in depth explanation. It was very helpful. Can't travel to France or go to my local Hermes store but definitely will revisit this video when I do!

[@Purseonfleek]

You are welcome!!

[@karendoan8744]

Very informative. Can you please do a follow up on how you clean your bag. Especially with stains or the colour jean transfer you mentioned. Thanks Mel!

[@Purseonfleek]

Yep ill do a video talking about the products i use for cleaning and conditioning. I did show a demonstration on the end of my birthday bag reveal vid if u need any details sooner than later

[@OlesyaBagStory]

Great video!!!👍 thank you! I have now 2 bags, 1 in togo and 1 in Clemence, Togo looks more matte to me at least

[@Purseonfleek]

Think has alot to do with the colour too and also cut of the leather. My Clemence kelly 32 bag was very obviously matte but my picotin in gold wasn't matte at all

[@omysparkles]

Love this super informative video! I started my Hermes journey ~ 3 years ago, I now have birkins and kellys in epsom, evercolor, clemance, and T. Maurice (for Picotin). I have to say love evercolor the most. It takes colors well, fine grains and is not too slouchy. On my wishlist is barenia Bikin or Kelly. And of course croc!

[@Purseonfleek]

i agree evercolour is pretty much a perfect leather :)

[@Rina.k.369]

Very helpful details! This video re-confirmed I don't like Togo, Epsom and Clemence. I have a birkin 30 in Buffle Skipper and that's my favorite of the 4 I've owned (Beau Gulliver, Togo, Buffle Skipper and Crocodile). I also love Swift!

[@Purseonfleek]

swift is awesome! so is evercolour ;)

[@esb815]

I'm watching your videos again and again! Haha so informative!!

[@Purseonfleek]

yaaaasss :))

[@jasminebagga2167]

I love your Hermes videos, so educational. Thank you. Your Kelly 25 ismy dream bag.

[@Purseonfleek]

Thankyou 💕

[@RuggedGlam]

I’m going to link to you when I do a birkin review on my channel because this is the most thorough & awesome Hermès review on KZbin .... thanks for this incredibly helpful video! 👍👏😺 much love , your newest subbie 💜

[@Purseonfleek]

Thankyou! And yes absolutely i love watching Hermes videos there isnt as much out there as there is on the other top tier luxe brands

[@angelasoWA]

Question is Togo leather more expensive than Epsom? Also living in rainy Seattle, what leather would be best - I will try not to wear in rain but sometimes it rains and you don't know! I am going for the more affordable leathers so deciding between Togo and Epsom as my budget only allows those.

[@Purseonfleek]

Hi trigurl I think I will have a detailed answer to this (RE: leather for rain) in my next Q&A video. But as for pricing of Togo yes it's more expensive than epsom it's about 200USD more expensive as a rough figure depends on the bag.

[@Purseonfleek]

This is the Q&A playlist to watch and keep an eye on as I add all questions I get asked to this series 😊 kzbin.info/aero/PL9BtqqqJOGzByHzyPoXI89IpIvEbzhsgu

[@dinavienna]

this was awesome!! thanks!! I think I will stay away from Epsom - don't even like the look so much. And I own a Hugo Boss corporate style tote bag where scratches look white. It has been driving me mad for years. On the contrary I might try swift if I can! love the look but thought it was so incredibly sensitive thanks for all your insight!

[@Purseonfleek]

You are very welcome! I would accept an epsom bag if it had all the other specs i wanted but i would wish it was a chevre or other lol 😂

[@Kitdai]

LOVE this vdo❤️ I watch it again and again until I remember all details by heart. Thanks Mel for your hard work doing all research.

[@Purseonfleek]

you are welcome. I'll eventually film another vid with all the other leathers i had not included like the new ones Novillo and Veau Jonathan as well as vintage discontinued leathers.

[@ThatsLuxe]

Rewatched and learned a lot more. Thank you for a very informative video

[@DollyGarlandAuthor]

This is honestly the most useful Hermes leather resource. Please do more of these 😊

[@Purseonfleek]

you are welcome!

[@capitalluxe374]

Amazing video! I’ve been waiting for a video like this! Thank you!!!

[@Purseonfleek]

U are welcome!

[@Wendys_lovinglife]

I can't thank you enough for this video. I'm starting to do research on Hermes leather and bags and hope to buy a Kelly 25 at some point in the future. Your videos are very helpful and I appreciate them and you very much. xoxo Wendy

[@Purseonfleek]

You are welcome Wendy! Its good you are doing as much research as possible its a milestone purchase and sadly we cant look at them instore 😬😬

[@babybird1217]

Great video! I’ve been looking for this exact information. Thanks!!

[@Purseonfleek]

You are most welcome!

[@Blessed.S]

Wow! Hats off to the research you put into this video! Loved hearing about all of them. I actually have a b25 in swift that is the perfect color/hw combo but I was afraid of it! After your last two videos I’ve actually used it a few times and fallen hard for swift! 🥰

[@Purseonfleek]

Yes! Thats awesome! Swift is such a great leather

[@joannevuong460]

I just watched Mel's recent video and Marianne said to store the birkin upright so you are doing it correctly :)

[@Purseonfleek]

yes i seen that :) i had read about pressure points when laying it flat

[@dawnschurr5245]

What a fantastic video!!!!! So informative, thank you so much!

[@Jill1228]

OMG this is so helpful. You rock. Thank you xx

[@Purseonfleek]

You are welcome! X

[@birkindream5435]

Any info on the Taurillion Novillo leather? I just got a Birkin 30 in this leather and I can’t find any info on how it wares overtime.

[@Purseonfleek]

Sorry Novillo leather + Veau Jonathan are the two leathers i mentioned at the start that i cannot comment on yet as they are very new to the brand only been released this year. Novillo from what i can observe has similar qualities to swift and evercolour but more firm its likely a hybrid of togo-evercolour-swift.

[@luxuryinModeration]

Omg I can’t believe I didn’t look up this video earlier. I learned so much! Thank you 😁

[@ElleEasternSuburbsMum]

My dream bag is a sellier epsom kelly 25 with ghw in either gold or a gorgeous bright colour like lime, feu, or one of the rose pinks😍 ultimate dream bag would be a kelly 25 Bleu Mykonos in ostrich, they are DIVINE

[@Purseonfleek]

Beautiful choices ☺️

[@candicelisyc_152]

Thanks for the video! Really informative! I learned a lot 👌🏾

[@Purseonfleek]

U are welcome hun x

[@vintagecoachcollector]

This is a great video! Very informative Thank You!

[@sophialx7531]

Hey Mel a new subscriber here 🤩 l came across this video and watched three times already. Very detailed and informative.Started watching your other Hermès videos, too. Helped me a lot !! Appreciate all of them.

[@Purseonfleek]

glad you love my vids xx

[@gracelopez360]

Hi! Thanks so much for this very helpful information! Can you tell me what the stamps mean? Like when it says X stamp or D stamp on a Birkin when I see it for sale. Stay safe and thank you ❤️

[@Purseonfleek]

the stamps signify the year it was made. However they do also have lettered stamps that represent the Artisans mark so they know who made the bag. I think the best source to explain the date codes is this yogis closet guide go.magik.ly/ml/vzpg/ its great to bookmark to your phone as a reference

[@gracelopez360]

Purseonfleek thank you So much ❤️❤️

[@brynnip348]

Love it! Been waiting for this video for a very long time. Thanks for providing an in depth review of all the favorite Hermes leathers. Like you, I think Epsom scratches a ton and would not get another bag in that leather.

[@Purseonfleek]

You are welcome! I know some people have managed to get off scratch free with epsom after many years of rigorous use but those are typically birkins or retourne Kelly's but even though they may have managed to avoid the dreaded easy scratches on those styles still corner touch ups on epsom dont look as good as the other leathers. I really want a sellier kelly its so hard to avoid epsom... Wish they made chevre more available or brought back vache natural or chamonix... 😫

[@brynnip348]

I had an Epsom Birkin 30 and the corners and sides scratched easily. I’m careful with my bags but it’s unavoidable to bump the sides of a bag of that size. I also had a Kelly 28 Sellier and it scratched rather easily on the back especially while traveling through the airport. I don’t own either anymore and much prefer the look and feel of Chèvre. I hope Chèvre is in both our futures!

[@zihnajinjin9130]

This is so helpful. I love it! I cant imagin how much effort you put for this. Because of this video i got to know the cons of epsom. Thank you. Btw which leather would you recommend for lindy?

[@Purseonfleek]

Glad it was helpful! For lindy i really like evercolour or swift as clemence can feel heavy in 26+ but for mini lindy clemence is fine.

[@小小-m8v]

Thank you so much for sharing such useful information with us. Love your video. Only add one more information that tadelakt do produce birkin bag, which I got recently.

[@Purseonfleek]

thanks for letting me know, i believe i had seen a tadelakt birkin but its so rare! so huge congratulations you have a very unique bag!

[@ErikaBardere]

Love your breakdown, even though it was a lot to absorb because I don't know which bag I'd want in any leathers now. I kiiinda don't want Epsom now that I know it is pressed & scratches off color. I wanted to buy bastia coin purses to test leathers & because of all their differences, I'm not sure which. Some leathers seem great for bags but not for SLGs & vice versa. I only like small bags (B25, K20/mini, C18) Do you have any beginner advice for these bags or suggestions for the bastia at least?

[@Purseonfleek]

slgs definitely perform differently because they are only single lined. so even for example epsom on a mini evelyne is hardly able to get scratched because it isnt double lined making the leather more soft and supple to the touch. for someone new to Hermes i feel that togo on a b25 is the safest option. c18 i would recommend evercolour but epsom is manageable too in smaller bags.

[@ErikaBardere]

@@Purseonfleek thank you!

[@lovedestiny6696]

hi. Do you know what kind of leather use for hermes herbag? thank you

[@Purseonfleek]

predominantly cow leather

[@lovemushroom2312]

A very informative video, though it seems endless 😋 Would you recommend a beginner to own a B30 or B35 from a preloved market? And in which colour, leather and hardware?

[@Purseonfleek]

I would recommend b30 because it's more timeless. b35 can feel heavy and more suited to those whom are tall. Where as b30 suits all heights and sizes. Preloved I would recommend Togo and you can't go wrong with a neutral colour. Hardware is personal preference I am happy with either hardware

[@Angiidoll]

Im hoping to get a kelly retourne 25 but cant decide on togo or swift :/

[@Purseonfleek]

i love swift its so lightweight. but i could see myself with a togo k25 too, especially since i dont like all colours on swift like etain i def prefer togo. Good thing about swift is that its under-appreciated so you can get better deals in resale on swift !

[@stell7469]

I just subscribed. I am sorry they treated you this way. You cleary love the brand and you are/were a loyal client.

[@lilian.bloom.petite.stylist]

I have learned a lot thanks to you, and love your swift K25 which makes me want it as well.

[@Purseonfleek]

swift is amazing! glad my vids are helpful

[@magataryan3835]

very helpful info. I'm thinking in buying one for my 30th birthday

[@Purseonfleek]

that would be a great sentimental birthday bag!

[@debbienix8204]

Have you ever had a birkin authenticated? Do you recommend anyone in particular?

[@Purseonfleek]

Yes I recommend to get 2 authentications done. Realauthentication.com ( I have a $5 referral code: DD6BBBC ) And also bababebi.com she is more expensive however she is the best particularly if you are buying a rarer Birkin E.g. if it's a limited edition Birkin.

[@debbienix8204]

@@Purseonfleek It is a horseshoe. I really didnt know what that meant until after I started reading up on it. Thanks so much. Your channel has helped me so much.

[@ncseller4267]

what color is the kelly 25? it so beautiful.

[@Purseonfleek]

gris asphalte :)

[@kalinnaslay]

What do you think of box calf leather?

[@Purseonfleek]

love it! will film a seperate video on the discontinued/push leathers

[@weing5823]

Just came across this helpful video! Would a good bag insert prolong the slouching of Clemence leather?

[@Purseonfleek]

Yes I recommend the 7rp inserts because they help to keep the shape of the bag without causing indentations and disformity of the leather www.7rueparadis.com/Purseonfleek I have a code for 30€ off one insert POF30 or 70€ off 2 inserts POF70 I am an affiliate with them because I actually love their inserts having tried so many other brands I stand by them being the best. I also have a review on my channel of their inserts if U need more detail and photos compared to other inserts I used.

[@jenvogue5005]

Interesting... I thought tadelakt was a very heavy leather, heavier than swift... was I misinformed?

[@Purseonfleek]

yes its heavier than swift. i didnt say it was lighter? but its lighter than clemence

[@jenvogue5005]

@@Purseonfleek Thank you for the clarification!

[@akoj3262]

Are the togo and swift both Etoupe? Whats their color? Thanks!.

[@Purseonfleek]

The Birkin 30 Togo is etoupe. The Kelly 25 swift is Gris asphalt. But both colours are extremely similar except etoupe is permanent colour Gris asphalt is seasonal 😊

[@patriciajuarezsamperio4541]

Thanks for the information! But Birkins in Tadelakt they do exist! Actually I have one :)

[@Purseonfleek]

Yes! I meant they don't come around often . It's great U have one I love that leather!

[@patriciajuarezsamperio4541]

@@Purseonfleek yes! I have to keep an eye on it , because of the scratches but it’s Really pretty haha 😘😘😘

[@rolandalicewedding]

Thanks for review of swift we were so cautious about handling our bag we just got hahahaha

[@Purseonfleek]

Don't be worried its a fantastic and durable leather !

[@rolandalicewedding]

@@Purseonfleek yes at first we just looked at it and took pics hahaha but now we know we can handle it a bit more thanks to u

[@elsatj8712]

Does evercolor leather get a color transfer?

[@Purseonfleek]

Colour transfer is more dependent on the colour if the transfer will show or not. However smooth leathers like evercolour and swift are less susceptible to colour transfer because their grains are very flat and hardly dimensional

[@elsatj8712]

@@Purseonfleek thank you for replying❤️

[@anlla3]

Awesome video. Very informative 🥰🌸

[@leanneli9892]

Great video! Like evercolour on bright or light colours

[@Purseonfleek]

Thankyou. And i agree 😁

[@valerielawson6037]

Very informative thanks dear. As if we can choose.

[@Purseonfleek]

You are welcome 😊

[@Sss-vs1xp]

Please talk about the difference in prices

[@chuwe801]

thanks for making this video!

[@Purseonfleek]

U are welcome!

[@wafflitow3077]

Really love your Birkin. May I ask you what is the name of its color? Taupe?

[@Purseonfleek]

this is etoupe

[@missrawan5322]

May i ask about the color of your bag?

[@Purseonfleek]

the birkin? its etoupe :)

[@missrawan5322]

@@Purseonfleek Thanks

[@smilingmindpositivity]

out of topic but I love your Hair

[@LAA2198]

Pretty glasses

[@holistic.health]

Thank you ❤ i just bought a tadelakt Birkin... ☺🥰

[@Purseonfleek]

Wow amazing.! Tadelakt is rare to find leather on a Birkin!

[@holistic.health]

@@Purseonfleek i know!!!! 🤩🤩🤩 I'm so excited about it!!!!!

[@phanidasaardjit4283]

I like watching your video more and more.I can feel that you are well prepared to make a video .Very informative ! Thanks to make it :D I

[@Purseonfleek]

You are most welcome 😘 I have another leather guide on my channel for the other leathers if interested 🧡

[@akoj3262]

what? i didnt know supposed to store it on the back! thanks! this is togo? i hate togo because of the veins but yrs is great!

[@Purseonfleek]

Yes my B30 is togo but has no veining which is great. Technically we should store them laying on the pillow in their box in the dustbag but if you don't use your bag often you should not close the lid and should not store in the dustbag always because leather needs to breathe. But if you are using the bag about 3 times a month and having it outside at least a full day each time then it's fine to have it in the dustbag laying on its pillow I still don't think should put the lid on it really puts the bag at risk of not being able to breathe.

[@lesliecraven3087]

Thank you I learned a lot

[@Purseonfleek]

You are welcome!

[@DevoteddreamerD]

Super helpful!!!!

[@madiola1234]

so your saying epsom is a lower grade of leather that you would find in a cheap leather sofa???

[@madiola1234]

an artificial grain is a bonded leather....stop paying big bucks for cheap merchandise..

[@Purseonfleek]

Epsom goes through a different process than the other leathers. The labour that's performed on the other leathers is what makes them more expensive than Epsom. Epsom has an artificial grain heat pressed into the leather which is a far faster process than all the other leathers go through to obtain their unique characteristics

[@madiola1234]

@@Purseonfleek I understand your point but as I was searching for a high end leather sofa the sofas that had artificial grain embossed were very much on the low end of the spectrum....what makes Hermes any different hon...status!

[@benjapornchua9405]

Thanks for all this info.

[@abbyluxemburg8968]

Vintage Dooney and Bourke tumber their all weather leathers and it gives it a pebbled look as well as water proof, it's their AWL. Out of all leathers IMO next to Hermes Coach vintage leather cannot be beat. Im talking about the VINTAGE glove tanned leather, there's absolutely no better.

[@vintagecoachcollector]

I agree, besides Hermes leather there's no better leather than a vintage Coach glove tan leather! It possible even has Hermes beat LOL!

[@Purseonfleek]

I actually have never owned a vintage coach leather handbag. But i really want a Hermes Barenia or Vache Natural bag. I love the obvious patina you can see in those leathers and the character of the aging.

[@vintagecoachcollector]

@@Purseonfleek vintage Coach bags are what started it ALL for me. But when they came out with the tacky bags with the C's all over them I moved on to Louis Vuitton, Prada, Bally etc. But seriously I've been grabbing my fifty year old Coach bags alot lately. I'm currently rocking my vintage Willis and Court bags, I truly don't think there's any better leather out there and I do own a couple Hermes wallets and a Evelyne bag which are really nice but I rather carry the glove tan leather, just me and my opinion.

[@abbyluxemburg8968]

@@vintagecoachcollector There's absolutely no better leather than the vintage Coach leather bags, next to Hermes for sure!

[@keodi1]

@@vintagecoachcollector I agree, I have a vintage coach station bag

[@premeyumlife443]

Very informative pretty momma. 👍🏼❤️😘😘😘Sandy

[@leneisaparks2543]

You are so thorough! I'm new to collecting so this is so helpful - officially subscribed 💓

[@Purseonfleek]

Thankyou!

[@beckyh1872]

Love love love your video! Lots of great information! But just wanted to say that Birkins do come in Tadelakt as well. I have a b30 electric blue in the Tadelakt leather.

[@Purseonfleek]

yes thats true i have seen them but soooo rare its very scarce to be found in a birkin. beautiful leather though

[@ErikaBardere]

This was so much information I don't even know where to begin 😅😅

[@brandonboyd_comedy]

None of these processes she explains are done by Hermes they purchase the finished hides from different tanneries like Roux, D' Annononay, Conceria Bretagna, and Hashimoto. The Tanners perfect specific methods to produce leathers with certain characteristic. My shoe cobbler was able to purchase a hide which was an exact match to my wife's push present and make me a belt and watch strap to match for our bridal shower.

[@Purseonfleek]

i dont know where / how they procure their leather and never claimed as such in the video either. my focus is on leather characteristics not the procurement process for Hermes .

[@michaelvasquez1355]

you should do a colab with mel of melbourne

[@Purseonfleek]

I will be doing a collab with Isabelle's Style very soon probably end of april. i dont really have a friendship with MIM however definitely love her content.

[@SuperPiper27]

Informative video. Thanks for the effort to provide all of the information. If I could give you some feedback, you can be very repetitious.

[@Purseonfleek]

thankyou, yes I am getting better and trying to cut out when i reiterate/repeat same point haha

[@maryalicecullen526]

Don’t get caught in the rain. (Lives in London: whelp)

[@Purseonfleek]

😬😬😬

[@debbiemcnamara7059]

They should never miss up. I will never buy one.

[@trishalee6222]

please slow down when you talk

[@Purseonfleek]

im aussie we usually talk quicker than most any english speaking country. dont think i can do that, you can turn captions on.

[@TheVirgin]

This was fantastic!