Blog – Page 7 – Privé Porter

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...

Hermès Classics, Reimagined Available at Privé Porter

Hermès’s latest color stories are here: New White and New Bleu Jean, released in 2023, are redefining what “white” and “blue” mean for Hermès collectors. Privé Porter takes you ...

A Utility Twist on the Classic

The Hermès HAC Multi-Pocket (HAC) takes the maison’s oldest design and gives it a bold, functional twist. With exterior leather pockets stitched onto the classic HAC silhouette,...

Box Calf vs. Chèvre

Two of Hermès’ most fascinating leathers — Box Calf and Chèvre — couldn’t be more different. Box Calf is smooth, glossy, and historic, while Chèvre is lightweight, scratch-resis...

Suede, Elevated

When it comes to suede at Hermès, two names stand out: Doblis and Grizzly. The Hermès Doblis, now discontinued, was crafted entirely in suede, making it one of the most elusive ...