Very knowledgable. I love how you speak from experience rather than assumption. Swift gets such a bad rep but its honestly not as delicate as people think. I dont have a single visible scratch and it shows vibrant colors best.
Most scratch resistant = least natural, looks good initially will degrade with time Most natural = easy to scratch, with time will gain patina and unique look
Wow.... amazing run through of all the leathers! Good job mel, i thoroughly enjoyed this video. There are many leathers i have not seen before but the delicate ones are catching my attention esp peau pork, barenia etc. Appreciate the share! 🥰😍
This was interesting. I have no Hermès bags but I am considering them so this information was good to hear. Oh, and Fjord - the ‘j’ is pronounced similar to a ‘y’ so its pronunciation is more like ‘f-yord’ or ‘fiord’, the same as geographical fjords. 😊 Thanks for sharing.
Hey Mel. This is very comprehensive and helpful, thank you so much! Question: What do you think about Maurice leather? I saw this being mentioned on a preloved Picotin. Appreciate your guidance 😘
Good idea I think there is a lot of bags H offers that ppl don't know about and their price point compared to chanel will shock u! Lots of options less than chanel 😅😅
Togo & evercolor are scratch-resistant but Togo has veins that some may not like (I personally don’t mind them at all) They’re quite easy to maintain in general. Epsom is okay but once they are scratched there’s nothing we can do about it. Also it doesn’t feel as luxurious. A leather that is very prone to scratches is Evergrain! It’s a common leather for mini Roulis Noir color and when the SA took the bag out I already saw some scratches. I think the scratches are on embossed surface rather than on the leather itself. However I can buff them out and sometimes I put oil to remedy it and it works wonders.
Great video! I was offered a K25 in swift recently and only agreed to buy it cause of your previous video about how swift leather isn’t as delicate as we all thought! And I totally agree with you about the natural nails and Epsom leather. I didn’t realize how easily it scratches until I try to open my two Constance bags - they’re both epsom and the clasp area is so scratched up now cause I partially use my nails to open up the bag.
Yay congrats on your swift beauty! Such a great leather especially if u get that 7RP insert inside from early on it will hold its structure/shape forever . And yes omg the buckle area on a epsom Constance is always the part scratched so much! Where as other leathers it scratches but no colour loss so it's more tolerable
Great video! I’ve experienced a few leathers and have to say my faves are Togo, and Ardennes! I have a feeling that will be topped by the chèvre I’m expecting to arrive this year! ❤️
Some low-quality fakes on the market have made many people sneer at fakes. These fakes can only be regarded as industrial garbage. *condup* bags are real replicas, 1:1 replicas, peerless and independent.
Hey Mel, thanks for this... have been offered Constance 18 in black evercalf,, what do you think ? i am a bit nervous of evercalf.. i have only eve had togo and epsom :)
Ever calf is more resistant than boc but boxcalf ages better. I do have some detailed videos on leather specifics. It should be in my hermes guides playlist.
I'm going to answer this properly in a video of all the bags I regret selling - updated opinions. But I do regret it as Ardennes is a hardy leather so durable but it is heavy
Epsom absolutely scratches bad on a handbag!! She’s right. I learned the hard way from personal experience. Don’t listen to others who say because Epsom has raised spots it won’t scratch!!
Great video! I have a Kelly in epsome leather it literally feels like plastic and it scratches so easily . I will never buy a bag in Epsome leather . It feels very cheap.
I’m a fan of epsom because it’s elegant looking and quite lightweight. Something to consider. And epsom looks great in sellier style (which cannnot be done in Togo or Clemence, etc) so that’s also a consideration.
Yep covered boxcalf ! But not the same as tadelakt cos it's delicate for other reasons and when fresh and new scratches are obvious than when the boxcalf is well used and has that beautiful patina. So only for that factor as a fresh leather it went into the delicate category but it still ranked very high as being a "least delicate-kind-of-leather"
Maurice is clemence just a slightly smoother less matte take on it , I think more detail in this playlist th-cam.com/play/PL9BtqqqJOGzDCz023umtzz1otd9MgSu2Y.html
I found the perfect bag in Epsom, but I have natural nails that are like razor blades so I will let it pass. I am like Edward Scissor hands except more dangerous.
Thank you so much for sharing I hope one Day I have a good knowledge just like you☺️ You’ve got beautiful collections. My dream bag is birkin size 25 gold on gold Togo or epsom please help me if you know a place in Sydney or Melbourne that I can purchase , from Hermes store it’s impossible for me 🥲🥲🥲🥲🥲. Thank you 🙏
Every bag has its own story, and every story is a part of you. Why care about other people’s opinions? Live with confidence and do what you love *condup*
Very knowledgable. I love how you speak from experience rather than assumption. Swift gets such a bad rep but its honestly not as delicate as people think. I dont have a single visible scratch and it shows vibrant colors best.
Thank you so much for this video! I've taken notes and changed my wishlist! I really appreciate the effort put into this video!
Most scratch resistant = least natural, looks good initially will degrade with time
Most natural = easy to scratch, with time will gain patina and unique look
Wow.... amazing run through of all the leathers! Good job mel, i thoroughly enjoyed this video. There are many leathers i have not seen before but the delicate ones are catching my attention esp peau pork, barenia etc. Appreciate the share! 🥰😍
Mel you look stunning! thanks for such a good deep dive into the various leathers 🖤
😘😘
This was interesting. I have no Hermès bags but I am considering them so this information was good to hear. Oh, and Fjord - the ‘j’ is pronounced similar to a ‘y’ so its pronunciation is more like ‘f-yord’ or ‘fiord’, the same as geographical fjords. 😊 Thanks for sharing.
I think I'll remember that next time about fYord! 😂😂
En el momento en que vi el bolso LYXBAG , supe que tenía que tenerlo
Hey Mel. This is very comprehensive and helpful, thank you so much! Question: What do you think about Maurice leather? I saw this being mentioned on a preloved Picotin. Appreciate your guidance 😘
It's bit like a hybrid of togo and clemence. Descriptions for togo and clemence will be applicable to that leather
Hi Mel! Great video, very helpful.Can you also make one on a topic regarding best Hermes “mom” bags? I’m curious to hear your experience.
Thank you!
Good idea I think there is a lot of bags H offers that ppl don't know about and their price point compared to chanel will shock u! Lots of options less than chanel 😅😅
I have a Fjord Birkin 35, its super durable and actually water resistant! But yeah very heavy.
Great leather!
wow so interesting! love how in depth this is and also about not so common leathers
Togo & evercolor are scratch-resistant but Togo has veins that some may not like (I personally don’t mind them at all) They’re quite easy to maintain in general. Epsom is okay but once they are scratched there’s nothing we can do about it. Also it doesn’t feel as luxurious.
A leather that is very prone to scratches is Evergrain! It’s a common leather for mini Roulis Noir color and when the SA took the bag out I already saw some scratches. I think the scratches are on embossed surface rather than on the leather itself. However I can buff them out and sometimes I put oil to remedy it and it works wonders.
Great video! I was offered a K25 in swift recently and only agreed to buy it cause of your previous video about how swift leather isn’t as delicate as we all thought! And I totally agree with you about the natural nails and Epsom leather. I didn’t realize how easily it scratches until I try to open my two Constance bags - they’re both epsom and the clasp area is so scratched up now cause I partially use my nails to open up the bag.
Yay congrats on your swift beauty! Such a great leather especially if u get that 7RP insert inside from early on it will hold its structure/shape forever . And yes omg the buckle area on a epsom Constance is always the part scratched so much! Where as other leathers it scratches but no colour loss so it's more tolerable
Very informative Thank you 😘
Very Educational Mel! What would be the best leather for a more carefree Constance18?Thanks
Tricky 😅 I'd say chèvre or evercolour but not in a very dark colour
Great video! I’ve experienced a few leathers and have to say my faves are Togo, and Ardennes! I have a feeling that will be topped by the chèvre I’m expecting to arrive this year! ❤️
Perfect trio IMO!!!
Wonderful video!
Awesome guide, thank you!!
how much was your ardennes leather 1997stamp?
such an amazing video I love these type and you are so informative love love 💕
Some low-quality fakes on the market have made many people sneer at fakes. These fakes can only be regarded as industrial garbage. *condup* bags are real replicas, 1:1 replicas, peerless and independent.
Great resource, thank you!
Hey Mel, thanks for this... have been offered Constance 18 in black evercalf,, what do you think ? i am a bit nervous of evercalf.. i have only eve had togo and epsom :)
Ever calf is more resistant than boc but boxcalf ages better. I do have some detailed videos on leather specifics. It should be in my hermes guides playlist.
@@Purseonfleek Thank you i just reviewed. Super helpful
yeay a new video 🤩🤩🤩
Trying to get back on track had a lot of setbacks 🥶🤞🏼🤞🏼
@@Purseonfleek love your videos mel🥰 setbacks happen in life but the important thing is to just push on and keep trying ☺️
Fabulous job very thorough
No one does Hermes leather reviews like you 😊
Thankyou 🥰
If you don’t mind me asking why you sold your Ardennes ? I’m torn between a Kelly Togo retourne or Togo Ardennes retourne
I'm going to answer this properly in a video of all the bags I regret selling - updated opinions.
But I do regret it as Ardennes is a hardy leather so durable but it is heavy
Great knowledge ❤️
Epsom absolutely scratches bad on a handbag!! She’s right. I learned the hard way from personal experience. Don’t listen to others who say because Epsom has raised spots it won’t scratch!!
Yeppppp whenever I hear bloggers preach about epsom I'm like... are u actually using that handbag??? LOL
Great video! I have a Kelly in epsome leather it literally feels like plastic and it scratches so easily . I will never buy a bag in Epsome leather . It feels very cheap.
Yea... Epsom isn't very luxury feeling 😅
I’m a fan of epsom because it’s elegant looking and quite lightweight. Something to consider. And epsom looks great in sellier style (which cannnot be done in Togo or Clemence, etc) so that’s also a consideration.
Is the veining not preferred on Birkin bags?
seems no veining is preferred however I'm not fussed either way
How much was your white Kelly?
Thank u!
Wait how about box? Kinda same to tadelakt imo
Yep covered boxcalf ! But not the same as tadelakt cos it's delicate for other reasons and when fresh and new scratches are obvious than when the boxcalf is well used and has that beautiful patina. So only for that factor as a fresh leather it went into the delicate category but it still ranked very high as being a "least delicate-kind-of-leather"
fjord= you pronounce it fyord in French , great video by the way 🤗
Sometimes it sticks sometimes it doesn't it's the Aussie slang I'll probably continue to butcher everything 😂
I see nothing about Maurice leather?
Maurice is clemence just a slightly smoother less matte take on it , I think more detail in this playlist th-cam.com/play/PL9BtqqqJOGzDCz023umtzz1otd9MgSu2Y.html
I found the perfect bag in Epsom, but I have natural nails that are like razor blades so I will let it pass. I am like Edward Scissor hands except more dangerous.
Yes LOL like me 😂😂
Thank you so much for sharing I hope one Day I have a good knowledge just like you☺️
You’ve got beautiful collections.
My dream bag is birkin size 25 gold on gold Togo or epsom please help me if you know a place in Sydney or Melbourne that I can purchase , from Hermes store it’s impossible for me
🥲🥲🥲🥲🥲.
Thank you 🙏
I have a couple videos on where I buy my Hermes bags this is my latest updated one I filmed 👇🏼
th-cam.com/video/f9QKO0AlJTU/w-d-xo.html
@@Purseonfleek thank you 🙏 you so kind for responding back to me🙏
Please speak slowly 😫😫
U can just watch it again to listen to anything you missed . Or select the slow speed option on TH-cam or turn on the CC closed caption
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