Reference: Hermes(groupie)'s Leather Book

hermesgroupie · Sep 25th, 2006, 07:00 AM

AMAZONIA (courtesy of callmelulu)
The material "Amazonia" is a rubber sourced from the hevea tree by the Yawanawas tribe in Brazil (source: Grands Fonds from "Bag Trivia" thread, quoting article from old issue of Vogue). This substance is used to coat linen. Seen usually in combination with leather in handbags. It is waterproof and requires maintenance through occasional treatment with the special towelettes that come with the bag.

lizhanover · Sep 25th, 2006, 10:07 AM

Cerf (deer skin)
This leather has been discontinued. Does not hold up well and can't really be reconditioned per Hermes. It is extremely soft. It is not scratch resistent but with moisturizer some accidental marks can be rubbed out. Fingernails can actually cause tiny tears in the grain. The dye seems to be ok - corners are not showing wear.

hermesgroupie · Oct 2nd, 2006, 08:25 PM

RODEO
A veau or calfskin. This is a small grained leather characterized by deep veining. It has a silky finish to it which gives it a soft hand, but the graining makes it scratch resistant. It has a heavenly aroma (too bad this picture isn't scratch and sniff). So far, I've only seen it in small accessories.

hermesgroupie · Oct 2nd, 2006, 08:27 PM

VEAU MIROIR
This leather is best described as hyperglossed boxcalf. So far seen only in small accessories, it appears to have the same properties as box.

hermesgroupie · Oct 2nd, 2006, 08:31 PM

VARANUS SALVATOR
The second species of water monitor utilized by Hermes. It is denoted by a =. It has the same properties as Varanus niloticus and requires regular maintenance as it is a fragile skin. It's glossy surface takes well to color and imparts an iridescence. Like, Varanus niloticus, because it is a small hide it's use is limited the small bags and accessories.

hermesgroupie · Oct 2nd, 2006, 08:43 PM

VIBRATO
This pattern is created by gluing alternating layers of leather in different colors under high pressure. It is usually used in combination with another leather, most commonly box, in bags. This should come with a special eraser to keep the leather clean between refurbishings at the store.

hermesgroupie · Oct 2nd, 2006, 09:39 PM

VACHE NATURAL
A vache is the hide of a mature cow. This is another of Hermes's classic leathers, showing up in vintage pieces over 50 years old. This leather is untreated and colored with vegetable dyes. It has a smooth finish. Because it is untreated it will darken at the handles from use, can stain readily, and care must be taken when carried in the rain as it is prone to spotting. For these reasons, I do not consider it a leather for the faint-hearted nor is it for the novice leather afficionado, but this leather when maintained properly will age into the most beautiful patina and can last several decades.

jag · Dec 26th, 2006, 01:00 PM

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I have moved the questions/answers that were in this thread to the Discussion thread for your reference. Thank you. !!!

Sep 25th, 2006, 07:00 AM	#31
hermesgroupie Orange crush Location: Le Monde Hermes	Re: Reference: Hermes(groupie)'s Leather Book AMAZONIA (courtesy of callmelulu) The material "Amazonia" is a rubber sourced from the hevea tree by the Yawanawas tribe in Brazil (source: Grands Fonds from "Bag Trivia" thread, quoting article from old issue of Vogue). This substance is used to coat linen. Seen usually in combination with leather in handbags. It is waterproof and requires maintenance through occasional treatment with the special towelettes that come with the bag.

Oct 2nd, 2006, 08:25 PM	#33
hermesgroupie Orange crush Location: Le Monde Hermes	Re: Reference: Hermes(groupie)'s Leather Book RODEO A veau or calfskin. This is a small grained leather characterized by deep veining. It has a silky finish to it which gives it a soft hand, but the graining makes it scratch resistant. It has a heavenly aroma (too bad this picture isn't scratch and sniff). So far, I've only seen it in small accessories. __________________ Space available for announcements Last edited by hermesgroupie; Oct 2nd, 2006 at 08:36 PM.

Oct 2nd, 2006, 08:27 PM	#34
hermesgroupie Orange crush Location: Le Monde Hermes	Re: Reference: Hermes(groupie)'s Leather Book VEAU MIROIR This leather is best described as hyperglossed boxcalf. So far seen only in small accessories, it appears to have the same properties as box. __________________ Space available for announcements

Oct 2nd, 2006, 08:31 PM	#35
hermesgroupie Orange crush Location: Le Monde Hermes	Re: Reference: Hermes(groupie)'s Leather Book VARANUS SALVATOR The second species of water monitor utilized by Hermes. It is denoted by a =. It has the same properties as Varanus niloticus and requires regular maintenance as it is a fragile skin. It's glossy surface takes well to color and imparts an iridescence. Like, Varanus niloticus, because it is a small hide it's use is limited the small bags and accessories. __________________ Space available for announcements

Oct 2nd, 2006, 08:43 PM	#36
hermesgroupie Orange crush Location: Le Monde Hermes	Re: Reference: Hermes(groupie)'s Leather Book VIBRATO This pattern is created by gluing alternating layers of leather in different colors under high pressure. It is usually used in combination with another leather, most commonly box, in bags. This should come with a special eraser to keep the leather clean between refurbishings at the store. __________________ Space available for announcements

Oct 2nd, 2006, 09:39 PM	#37
hermesgroupie Orange crush Location: Le Monde Hermes	Re: Reference: Hermes(groupie)'s Leather Book VACHE NATURAL A vache is the hide of a mature cow. This is another of Hermes's classic leathers, showing up in vintage pieces over 50 years old. This leather is untreated and colored with vegetable dyes. It has a smooth finish. Because it is untreated it will darken at the handles from use, can stain readily, and care must be taken when carried in the rain as it is prone to spotting. For these reasons, I do not consider it a leather for the faint-hearted nor is it for the novice leather afficionado, but this leather when maintained properly will age into the most beautiful patina and can last several decades.

Dec 26th, 2006, 01:00 PM	#38
jag Location: Michigan	Re: Reference: Hermes(groupie)'s Leather Book Please PM Jag or Kellybag if you wish to add any information to this thread. Use the discussion thread to ask any questions or to make comments here: Discuss Hermesgroupie's Leather Book We want to keep this thread as streamline and clean as possible so it serves as an easy reference for everyone. I have moved the questions/answers that were in this thread to the Discussion thread for your reference. Thank you. !!! Last edited by jag; Feb 9th, 2007 at 09:54 AM.