Blog – Privé Porter

The Return of Hermès Veau Doblis

After years of absence, Hermès has revived Veau Doblis—the house’s ultra-soft calf suede—on the Spring/Summer 2026 runway. Once discontinued, this rare leather returns in rich, ...

Hermès Browns — Chai, Ébène & Gold

Privé Porter’s Guide To: Hermès Browns — Chai, Ébène & GoldHermès has perfected the art of the neutral. From the soft, creamy glow of Chai to the dark espresso richness of É...

The Original Hermès Kellywood 22 — The Bag That Redefined Craftsmanship

Before the Hermès Kellywood Perspective Cavalière came color, geometry, and modern design—there was the original. Crafted from ancient Bog Oak and Fauve Barenia leather, the Her...

The Must-Have Hermès Bags from the Spring–Summer 2026 Runway

Hermès’ Spring–Summer 2026 collection proves that true luxury evolves, never imitates. From the debut of the new Hermès hobo to the return of icons like the So Kelly, Kelly Dans...

Porosus vs. Niloticus — Rethinking the Crocodile Hierarchy at Hermès

For decades, Hermès clients have been told that Porosus crocodile is the most elite exotic skin. But the truth is more nuanced. Niloticus, used for icons like the Himalaya Birki...

The Most Iconic Hermès Bags Spotted at Paris Fashion Week

Outside the Hermès Women’s Spring–Summer 2026 show, the streets of Paris became a collector’s dream. From the 25cm Birkin Picnic in Gold to the architectural Birkin Faubourg “Ra...

The Hermès Mini Kelly II — Small Bag, Big Impact.

When Hermès reintroduced the Mini Kelly II in 2016, it didn’t just bring back a classic — it reinvented an icon. The new Sellier-style 20cm silhouette is sharper, more structure...

The Hermès Kellywood Perspective Cavalière Kelly 22

The Hermès Kellywood Perspective Cavalière Kelly 22 isn’t just a handbag — it’s a masterpiece. First introduced in 2020, this rare design combines a solid beechwood body with He...

From 1892 to 2025

Hermès handbags are more than fashion—they’re history in motion. From the original Haut à Courroies in 1892 to today’s Mini Kelly II and Birkin 20, each design tells the story o...

Which Shades Hold Value Best?

Hermès collectors debate neutrals vs. statement colors when choosing a Birkin or Kelly. Neutrals like Gold and Etoupe offer timeless wear and steady value, while bold shades lik...

The Shades That Defined Collecting

From Rose Sakura to Chai, Hermès shades don’t just follow trends — they define them. Discover the colors that shaped Hermès collecting over the last decade and why they remain t...

When Three Shades Meet in One Icon

Tri-Color Hermès bags showcase the maison’s mastery of color, blending three shades of leather across one Birkin or Kelly. Rare, artistic, and highly collectible, these designs ...