Buying a HERMES PICOTIN 18 or 22? WATCH THIS FIRST! In depth Review & Comparison | Mel in Melbourne

Buying a HERMES PICOTIN 18 or 22? WATCH THIS FIRST! In-depth Review & Comparison
Everything you NEED to know!
Happy 2021 everyone! I'm starting this year off with a very helpful and informative video as so many of you guys loved my bag reviews and comparisons. Today I continue my "Hermes Series" with one of the most popular and well priced Hermes bags, the cute bucket shaped Picotin in size 18 and 22. This is a very in depth comparison and review, where I cover 5 areas which are listed below with time stamps. I really hope this can act as a reference tool and help those of you that are deciding between both sizes. Enjoy! xx Mel
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🕑 TIMESTAMPS
1:55 min 1. OVERVEIW - Brief history of the bag/hardware
3:16 min 1a) Sizes
4:50 min 1b) Materials/leathers
5:46 min 1c) Features of the Picotin
6:55 min 1d) Construction with a DEMONSRATION (don't miss this part)
10:46 min 2. What fits inside 18 vs 22, with insert demo
21:55 min 3. Prices & Availability
26:39 min 4. Mod Shots (I am 164cm tall for reference) *note size 22 can be worn over the shoulder but it’s not comfortable. Go size 26cm (or GM) if you want to carry it this way.
28:39 min 5. Summary Pro & Cons + Recommendations
* Pricing - as of Jan 2021
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Disclaimer: This is NOT a sponsored video. All opinions are my own. Inserts were kindly gifted to me by 7RP over the 4 years I have worked with them. Some links may be affiliated. #hermespicotin #everythingyouneedtoknow #hermesbagreview

[@MelinMelbourne]

Happy New Year my #faMELy! 🎉😘 More in-depth bag reviews and comparison as requested! I go through EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW about this cutie! I hope you find this video super helpful! Xx Mel P.S If you need help deciding what color for your insert, feel free to ask below. My BEST giftcode for Hermes bag inserts has been reactivated and includes the new light mouette (grey) too. Check description box for codes 👆🏻 P.P.S Don’t forget to enter my LV giveaway here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pHm9dKCDo5yImsk

[@christinalim07]

Hi Mel, Happy New Year! So happy that 7RP releases the inserts for Picotin. Really love to have your advice for the inserts colour of my Etoupe P22 n Deep Blue/Vert Bosphore P22. To get tonal or contrasting colours inserts 🤔. I’m so excited , can’t wait to place orders!!! Thank you in advance!

[@MelinMelbourne]

Hi Christina, Happy New Year. Do you mean your P22 in the bi color? So half Deep blue/half vert bosphore? If so I think their new light mouette would be lovely in your picotin. Or did you have more than 1 picotin you wanted to buy an insert for? xx

[@christinalim07]

Hi Mel, thank you for your reply. Yes I’ve got 2 Picotin 22, one in Etoupe, the second one is a bi-colour (Deep Blue n Vert Bosphore). Light Mouette for the blue Picotin is interesting. I was looking at blue electrique. I can’t decide for the Etoupe Picotin though. Can you help?

[@MelinMelbourne]

Oh I see, well if you own 2 then go for 1 tonal and 1 contrast. For your etoupe go tonal, their etoupe is a gorgeous match. For your bi-color, go blue electrique then as its nice to have a bright option :) I suggested light mouette earlier as its contrast whilst still being tonal (if that makes sense lol) but since you have 2 then definitely go 1 bright and 1 tonal. Hope that helps, let me know what you end up deciding xo

[@christinalim07]

I ordered 1 blue electrique n 1 touterelle 😊, after much deliberation. Thanks for your help Mel! And your video is superb! The comparison is so detailed which make me want to add a P18 to my collection 🤣.

[@volatileflame]

i honestly feel like you do some of the best (if not the absolute best) in-depth reviews. they're always so informative and thorough. thank you so much!

[@ssc234104]

Thank you so much for the video!! I was actually searching for more info comparing the two sizes for weeks and so happy you did a video on it💕

[@msem08]

Definitely a in depth video with a lot of informative information and I love watching video like this one. Now, I know what I should get and what suits me. Thanks for sharing Mel!

[@mackenziesmith5861]

Your enthusiasm and knowledge about these bags is contagious. It's fantastic to just unwind after a long day with a video on someone detailing their passions. Thank you so much for content like this Mel, and when I eventually get around to starting my luxe collection these videos will be even more invaluable!

[@MelinMelbourne]

Aww thank you so much lovely, that is such a compliment! ☺️ I'm really happy to hear you found this video so helpful as I want these in-depth videos to act as reference tools for all of you. Happy New Year! xo

[@giaotran8782]

Ohh Mel thx sooo much for this video!!! 🥰🥰🥰Very helpful indeed...& yasss to that video on how u put on strap & styling it 👍👍👍

[@babycatcat1234]

THanks for listening to us. Love this in depth comparison and review video. This is a very informative one for people who are seriously considering to buy one but also entertaining to people who are into Luxury items.

[@ReneeSLiu]

I have a picotin 18 in epsom leather and I love it so much! 😊 this is the most informative review I’ve ever watched. Thanks Mel! ❤️

[@Peacht.official]

Happy New Year🥳🎉very detailed informative video💕 thanks Mel

[@less_70_84]

A lot of interesting and useful information! Thank you very much for such a detailed review!

[@bevitbaubeo]

Awesome video! Thank you and Happy New Year to you and your family! This bag has been on my radar and will definitely be moving up the priority list after watching your review :)

[@celestinesvlog1019]

You did an amazing job doing this review. Wow, i love these bag. Happy new year Mel & fam. Stay safe ❤️

[@bernadettemedina4533]

Thank you for this in depth review. Hoping to add the Picotin to my collection this year. Happy New Year!! 🎆

[@elenipoullas756]

Happy New Year and thank you so much for this in depth review! I have been considering a Picotin and this video was so informative and timely! Would love to see a video on other ways you can style the bag.

[@oliviavictoriana3042]

OMGGG so happy that 7RP finally has an insert for Picotin!!!!! thanks for sharing, Mel! love love love the in depth video! Happy new year to you and your family.

[@Lillanism]

Thank you for this excellent review, it offered all the info I was looking for!

[@simonesabrina]

I love my Picotin 22 and I’m interested in seeing shoulder bag options that you mentioned! Thank you for always sharing your knowledge!

[@Wesmama]

Hi Mel! Yes I am interested to see how you transform the picotin into a shoulder bag please! 🥳 happy new year!

[@emmeeffe2716]

Happy new subscriber! Your in-depth reviews are so helpful and interesting to watch

[@francesclement1115]

Super helpful review! This is the in depth review I wanted to see the most from you. 😊 please do the video about the different ways of wearing the 22!

[@edyegershman5036]

Fabulous information! I’d love to see the 5 ways to wear this as shoulder bag. Thank you so much and Happy New Year!

[@LinhHoang-in9wv]

Thank you for the comparison!!! Happy New Year 😊

[@queenyen2690]

I think the first time I've seen picottin was from your other videos and that's when I fell in love with the picottin😍 thank you Mel for the video very informative.

[@teresachow2088]

Yes! Very interested in seeing how you use this as a shoulder bag! I just got the picotin 18, and love it!

[@abegailrecaido335]

Happy New Yr!! Just found your channel and subscribed immediately. Love how you compare the hermes. Very detailed.

[@a2s258]

Great video Mel!!! Would love to see an updated Hermès collection video

[@MadamMMStyleIcon]

Happy new year 🎆 I love your comparison video, Mel. I’m glad I got the Picotin 22 in GHW. I’m so interested with the 7rp inserts. Thanks for sharing your code. 🥰

[@liligugugaga8612]

Yes please! Very interested to see all the ways to transform it to a shoulder bag!

[@simplysilent2980]

Super informative indeed, & helpful. Love the size 18. Thanks for sharing.

[@jomaricayos]

The black one is very elligant really love the way u described and put all the details of ur collections😍

[@kaylheecarroll3186]

Happy 🆕 Year 🍾🥂💗 Mel love watching your videos 😁

[@tafunasamoa4454]

Love this video! Thanks for great content always.

[@samanthapereira4425]

Your videos are always informative!! This one was extra informative :) this bag is definitely chic! The 18 would be super cute.

[@sosodef0]

Mel, Thank you so so much for doing this video on the Picotin! It's the most informative, in-depth video I've seen thus far, which is so helpful since the current restrictions in my U.S. city makes it so hard to browse and try-on in person (but I WILL be stopping by Hermes some time this month! lol) Happy New Year to you and your family! P.S. I love your review and comparison videos... looking forward to seeing more this year!

[@lauras2026]

Great review video. Happy new year 🎉!

[@bitterswitkiss]

Thank you for such an informative video ❤️ it answered all my questions and more ! I have been planning to get a picotin this year ❤️❤️❤️

[@amysmith5585]

Happy New Year! Great video!

[@misha745]

These are beautiful bags but having the bag organizer made me love it more because I could actually see what I'd be able to carry whilst keeping its shape.

[@karyntan2008]

Hi Mel, I must say this in-depth video is super informative and detailed. Definitely love to have you demonstrate to us how you would dress up the Picotin and ways to carry the 2 different sizes. I current own the size 18 and now after watching your comparison Video I am more confident that I can also appreciate the size 22. Thank you so much.

[@MissyatHome]

Eyeing on the picotin 18...thanks for sharing this very informative video!

[@momwithexpensivehabits]

Thank you so much for this review and the information that you provide!!! ❤ such a great bag 🥰

[@bernadettephillips4203]

Thank you for this wonderful in depth review. So excited to see an insert by my favourite 7RUP. I bought an insert for my 22 some time ago by another brand but it does not provide a nice shape so will definitely be making this purchase. Your knowledge and explanation of each bag is fabulous. Thank you !😘

[@moonatsg]

Great comparison as usual. Happy New Year to u n family. 💗🍀🌷

[@TwiHardPotterFan]

This is one of my most wanted Hermès bags! Thanks so much for your video! You always have the best information videos

[@oninagiri]

Mel, this is such an excellent video. You really do make the best comparisons. I love the Picotin 22! I need one in Black or Etoupe. 🤍

[@fionawu8762]

Happy New Year Mel and your lovely family!! I absolutely love my picotin 22 black with gold hardware ^O^ Perfect size not too small or too big. I do agree with you a more colorful in size 18 picotin would be nice addition.

[@IrisLynnPhan]

Pls do more videos like this especially for hermes products. I just had my 1st hermes bag few months ago and it’s picotin 18. I love it so so much!! Best purchase of the year

[@janmauro282]

Happy New Year Mel to you and your lovely family! I would like to see the different ways to do a shoulder strap! Thank you for vids! I always look forward to them!😊💕🇨🇦

[@JaciraDeMatos]

Such a lovely selection you have Mel😊 I’m consider one, in the 22 size as it looks like the perfect mom/everyday bag💗 thanks for the review Mel ☺️

[@Bow_Panida]

Thank you for the in depth comparison Mel. I’m voting for another video on a 5ways to wear this bag on shoulder. ❤️❤️

[@kawailanikaahaaina2383]

Happy 😊 New Year Mel in Melbourne!!! 🥳 Really enjoy your in-depth reviews...please show the variations of shoulder straps for the Picotin. 🤩 Seeing ALL of the Possibilities is great! 👍🏽 I appreciate you! 😉

[@tingeling5663]

That little orange picotin is to die for. Soo cute, love it!

[@alexandraferia9397]

Hello! I've a Picotin 18, orange and I highly recommend an insert, which gives shape but also it's easy-to-use and found out what you need without revolving everything (sometimes small bags can be tricky ). I do prefer the size 18! Depending on your needs (style or kind of life) I do prefer to complement with a tote or even a suitcase. And my choice had to be orange - it's so subtle Hermes - and, no less important, it makes me feel soooooo... girly! ☺️

[@Ina_P]

HAPPY AND BLESSED NEW YEAR MEL🎉🎉🎉

[@christophe3893]

Bonne et heureuse année! Meilleurs Voeux pour 2021! Once again such a great video! Picotin is one of my favorites bags! Hugs 😘

[@lizapetty7853]

Hello! I just wanted to thank you for making this video. I got myself a Picotin 18 and with your code I purchased an insert from 7rp. It’s a navy color with gold hardware. I’m so excited. Thanks for all your hard work, and thoughtfulness.

[@jenniehong3515]

I was planning to buy size 18，however only size 22 was available that time. I grabbed it immediately without any second thoughts because love it so much. Picotin is really a simple yet elegant bag. Ofcourse，exciting to wait Mel uploading new vlog about different ways in carrying Picotin

[@rosalvinonajarro105]

Happy New year! I love your bag collection....

[@megssweetliving]

Would love a video on other ways to shoulder carry! Love your channel!

[@lehlogonolosehlare5760]

Happy new year!!! I love your top 😍😍😍😍

[@princesaprecious476]

Woww great content . Happy new year to you and to your family🤗😍

[@concepcionarla]

Wow! Your picotin locks are so pretty! just did an unboxing video of my first picotin lock 22! Its simple yet so pretty! Can’t wait to use mine! 😍 thanks for this great vid!

[@lenepervelasco3590]

Very helpful and informative. I’m patiently waiting to get one online🙏🏼. ❤️

[@sandravun1680]

Happy new year Mel, and family. Wow gorgeous orange colour. Love it.

[@MelinMelbourne]

Happy new year!! Thank you, I love pops of color in bags too xo

[@conniechen9245]

Great video Mel! Just waiting for the Lindy insert from 7RP. Hopefully soon

[@shangyizhou]

Happy new year Mel! 🎉

[@ckca7180]

A very in-depth review of the Picotin. Learn a lot. Thank you.

[@eydisnorse]

Mel your video is so informative! i would be so happy if you could show us more shoulder bag transformation. more options is always better isn't it~

[@feliciafaustine4083]

Happy new year mel!!🥳

[@trishtrinh]

Hi Mel! How are you? You look fabulous😍 Oh what a great comparison video between the Hermes Picotin 18 and 22. I think the Picotin is such a cute Hermes handbag. I personally love the size 18 more. Lovely colors you chose, thank you for showing us what can fit inside, and how it looks on you🥰 Happy New Year⭐️

[@domino2367]

Definitely very useful vidéo, Dear Mel! Love ❤️ love 💕 love 💗 the Hermès Picotin bag 💼 for his understated vibe and multitude of colors. Bright idea 💡 to start with the Hermès bags 💼 collection as much more affordable too. Would also really enjoy ☺️ to see the 5 different ways you can carry them😉😉😉😉. Meanwhile thanks 🙏🏻 for sharing and all the best to you and your family for this brand new 2021! ♥️♥️♥️♥️💋💋💋💋💋💕💕💕💕💕💗💗💗💗🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@jukichan0214]

This is my first Hermes Bag 🥰🥰 Happy New Year Mel 💕💕

[@JenniGower]

Firstly Happy New Year to you and your beautiful lovely lady. I hope you have a wonderful year. I truly loved this video. I may never be able to afford a Hermes bag but I still love watching all your Hermes videos. I live vicariously through you. LOL. Much love . Jenni from Adelaide. XX

[@santoscamp2220]

Hi Mel, very informative video about the picotin. I would love to see different ways to wear it by playing with the twilly. :) thanks in advance :)

[@lynap1011]

I love the look of the 18 so cute. Adding a strap is a good idea.Thank you for sharing

[@kristenproby7294]

I’m so excited that 7/Rp just announced that they’re now making inserts for the Picotin 18 and 22!

[@ladyayusha4960]

Thank you so much ☺️ it was very helpful 🙏🏼

[@sheilacarlislepyreneesmom]

I am so glad you did this video! I want a 22. Thank you!

[@rubysteward2199]

I love the this bag, this will be my first bag into Hermès💙 Love you Mel💙

[@sindarin]

Happy New Year, Mel! 🎉 I agree with you it’s getting harder to lay your hands on Picotin in both sizes esp. for the more popular colors. Here in Thailand, it took my SA a couple of months to secure the one I was looking for, despite keeping my color options pretty much open.

[@kohlee888]

Happy new year Mel! thank you for this wonderful review of this picotin bag, planning to get one soon. can you give tips on how to get this bag from Hermes store?

[@hartinikesumawati4716]

Love the vid 😘 Very informative for me as I am considering this bag also but unsure of the size I shud get 😜

[@stuthi]

Happy New Year Mel!❤️ These are some beautiful bags, couldn't find any other video so informative!🥰

[@MelinMelbourne]

Happy new year sweetie!! I am so happy to hear that. I do put a lot of effort into my in-depth reviews and comparisons so that means a lot. xo

[@stuthi]

@@MelinMelbourne Your efforts and hardowork do show in your videos!✨ Thank you so much for replying, it made my day!🥰

[@bgordonjgordon]

Thanks for the comparison. Great video

[@krystalvm2601]

Thx Mel. It's really helpful. For your next Hermes content could you include their stamp info.

[@premeyumlife443]

I loved my picotin 22 but it got heavy once filled up with my daily mess. 😅 thanks for the size comparison n insert discount codes my lady. ❤️ happy new year! 🎉🎊🎉😘😘😘Sandy

[@user-ey6yn1qn3s]

your review is the best. thanks!

[@silc.1002]

Mel absolutely love your videos your a sister to believe in. And you care so much about famely. Hi 👋 hubby, Sonshine and Miss S. Much love ❤️

[@ericaburris3573]

Fabulous review. Thank you.

[@bedour1977]

Yea please, show us how to add a shoulder option , and thank you for the wonderful review 👌

[@QueenNanaEva]

I really love the look of this handbag. Beautiful

[@MelinMelbourne]

It's such a cute bag! Really enjoy using it. xo

[@wafam4409]

thank you really love these helpful videos 😍👍🏾💕💕

[@MelinMelbourne]

I'm so glad! It takes ages to film these ones in particular but I want to make them very useful for you all. Thanks so much for watching xo

[@gracesun5739]

Thank you for this great video! Gonna go find myself an 18😍

[@thebagselite7712]

Thanks Mel, super useful video

[@belindaerica1548]

Love this video very informative😘😘😘

[@thenrsdiary1089]

Very useful information thank you!

[@cchoi6193]

Thank you so much for this in depth review. Mel, do you store your Hermès bag with your RP7 inserts?

[@liadewikamelia9100]

Super helpful!! I think i would choose 18... thanks for the review.

[@1HHeather]

Lovely bag and great vlog explaining the pros and cons! I'm just leary of it because it is wide open. I prefer bags to have some sort of closure such as a zipper; so items will not fall out and is protected from others who could try to grab your wallet, etc. Even large open air tote bags, unless I carry something large such as a laptop, I still prefer it to be enclosed. Happy New Year!

[@jtw22]

New to my Hermes journey and this video is amazing! Debating between picotin or garden party