Hermes RTW

[880]

@880 turned me down to be my plus one for the BH event! So so bummed. My SA warned me that Bags are very limited now and I said not to worry because I am at purse peace for the next two weeks.

purse peace for two weeks lol! I would far rather spend time at H with you than with personal obligations lol
you will have an amazing time

 

[DR2014]

+1. I did find a toile leather jacket a few weeks ago that I had not seen anywhere, so I snapped it up

my SA is also quite frustrated, but I am going to the RTW event. My appt is tomorrow, so I am hopeful

@DR2014 , congrats on your twillane! Cannot wait to see! Hugs

Thanks, @880! And I cant wait to see what you find today!

 

[Chrismin]

@MrsPurse18, thank you, I’m only aware of BH and NY, but I’m sure many others

@Book Worm, the last RTW invite I got was just clothing
(the appt should be solely to ensure an available dressing room lol)
but I’ll try to take pics of whatever merchandise there is

Note: even a week ago, there wasnt that much stock, much less a range of sizes, IDK

cant wait to hear / see your experience!
hope you find some goodies

 

[Hedgehog101]

+1. I did find a toile leather jacket a few weeks ago that I had not seen anywhere, so I snapped it up

my SA is also quite frustrated, but I am going to the RTW event. My appt is tomorrow, so I am hopeful

@DR2014 , congrats on your twillane! Cannot wait to see! Hugs

Do you mind sharing a pic of the toile jacket? Would love to see it!!

 

[880]

Do you mind sharing a pic of the toile jacket? Would love to see it!!

thank you. It’s in this thread, page 147, post 2201 (scroll down)

Hermes RTW

I took some modeling pics with and without it belted. Also a close up of the pocket detail. I sized up from my normal size of 38 as I have hips and this is a straight cut dress. This dress!! Looks great both ways, but with the belt it is perfection on you! Such a versatile dress and you...

forum.purseblog.com

 

[880]

cant wait to hear / see your experience!
hope you find some goodies

Well, it was very nice that my SA thought to invite me. As you entered Madison, there were some mannequins decked out in RTW. Up one flight of stairs, there was a more comprehensive selection than normal. There were a few appetizers and summery drink trays being passed around, but they were mostly ignored bc of the need to touch and try on clothes. DH said that there was also a tall model in the RTW that I didn’t notice.

The RTW area is not that big, with a very limited dressing room area. There was some seating for DHs, significant others, children, crying babies, and dogs. It was loud, noisy, and Madison air conditioning is miserable on the second floor, so you immediately knew you would want to limit your time up there. The RTW area was cordoned off which felt a bit low rent. After a brief hesitation, it seemed like everyone simultaneously got the idea that they had better grab what appealed to them off the racks. Lots of the women were trying on coats and things on the floor. I raced over to the dark neutral colored rack and loaded DH up with some hangers. I also used him to hold down the dressing room. (DH was a good sport but felt this was not exactly a luxury experience, more like a sample sale). If you are serious about RTW, I would recommend skipping the opening and going when it’s less packed.

In previous seasons when my H SA invited me for RTW, the head of RTW would come and chat and confer with my SA. Then stuff would be brought to a dressing room. This was a bit more random, and very different from chanel, brunello, or dior, or honestly even FSH Hermes, where your SA will reserve a room or area with a rack of items in your size, all waiting for you to try privately. At brunello, good clients can even shop the entire season and order customized trunk show RTW at the corporate showrooms. The SAs I observed, seemed to spend a lot of time locating stock or pulling sizes; some item sticker sizes were mislabeled; and, they seemed to be somewhat hindered by lack of organization. It also didn’t seem like any of the SAs were given much opportunity to familiarize themselves with the stock, models, or fit. (This is only my impression; it might simply be bc it is early days).

I was told that everything on the white racks were items that must be ordered; the stuff on the regular racks could be sold. The problem was lack of sizes on both racks. It doesnt seem like Madison is getting a full selection of styles, colors, or sizes; the implication being, if you think you might want something, just order bc you may not get a second chance. (No obligation, if you don’t like it, I got the impression someone else will likely buy it). The other problem is that the sizes this season varied greatly from prior seasons. i am a size 6-8 US; 38-40 chanel; 38 eu/42 it brunello; 40-42 Dior dress; and, a 38 Hermes (coat, pant, jacket, sweater) . I needed a 34 in some of the coats, bombers, or jackets; twillane 34; pants, I went up to a 40 IDKW. the sizing made no sense to me.

I am 5’2, broad shouldered; medium build; relatively thick waisted, and in no way am I a 34. The H sizes ran so large that I felt a 40 or 42 jacket would be comparable to a size 48 or 50 chanel or dior). Actual size 34 individuals will be out of luck this season. In additon, many dresses and caftan type things are full and long, so not for me. I ended up ordering a black and white stretchy patterned bomber type jacket with a white zipper around 2275 USD, in 34 or 36, and a neon trimmed H pattern trench 3800 USD, (size 36 was enormous), so size 34. It was not easy to visualize what to order bc nothing comparable was my size. Both DH and my SA dislike the bathrobe like twillane on me, so I just tried it on for size comparison to other items. I did try on a lot of other stuff, but rejected them, so did not inc pics. I only saw one significant runway piece, see last pic.

For premier luxury designer RTW, some of the synthetic stretch items are relatively well priced. The items in natural fibers tend to be simple designs presumably so a variety of body types and sizes can fit. H pants are a lot less expensive than Brunello, but they lack structure. I rejected a slightly stretchy, high waisted,white, cropped jersey trouser 1375 USD bc the waistband wasn’t reinforced and was rolling down even when hanging. If sizes aren’t consistent from season to season, that also makes it a bit harder to buy without extensive try ons. I felt that the toile jacket I picked up on a random visit a few weeks before was better crafted, albeit significantly more expensive, than almost anything else at this event. JMO of course, and YMMV.

Note: the graffiti slip dress from last season that I am wearing is a size 38.

 

[pursesandpugs]

I bought my first long twillaine! So excited, it's in black and white. I didn't take a mod shot, but here's a link on the UK site (I am in the US but it's not on the US site): https://www.hermes.com/uk/en/product/promenade-du-matin-remix-long-twillaine-cardigan-H2H2817DT0238/

We're twinning! Just bought a similar one as well. Such a classic!

 

[fice16]

Well, it was very nice that my SA thought to invite me. As you entered Madison, there were some mannequins decked out in RTW. Up one flight of stairs, there was a more comprehensive selection than normal. There were a few appetizers and summery drink trays being passed around, but they were mostly ignored bc of the need to touch and try on clothes. DH said that there was also a tall model in the RTW that I didn’t even notice.

The RTW area is not that big, with a very limited dressing room area. There was some seating for DHs, significant others, children, babies; and, dogs. It was loud, noisy, and Madison air conditioning is not the greatest on the second floor. After a brief hesitation, it seemed like everyone simultaneously got the idea that they had better grab what appealed to them off the racks. So, most of the women were trying on coats and things on the floor. I raced over to the dark neutral racks and loaded DH up with some items. I also used him to hold down the fort in the dressing room. (He felt this was kind of like a sample sale, just with more expensive items). In previous seasons when my SA invited me for RTW, the head of RTW would come and chat and confer with my SA. Then stuff would be brought to a dressing room. This was a bit more random, and very different from chanel, brunello, or dior, where your SA will reserve a room or private area with a rack of items in your size waiting for you to try. My SA was running about trying to find stock or pulling sizes for me; some item sticker sizes were mislabeled.

I was told that everything on the white racks were items that must be ordered; the stuff on the regular racks could be sold. The problem was lack of sizes on both racks. It doesnt seem like Madison is getting a full selection of styles, colors, or sizes; the implication being, if you think you might want something, just order bc you may not get a second chance. (No obligation, esp. Since the likelihood is, if it comes in, and you don’t like it, someone else will likely buy it). The problem with this, was that the sizes varied greatly from prior seasons. i am a size 6-8 US; 38-40 chanel; 38 eu/42 it brunello; 40-42 Dior dress; and, prior to this season, a 38 Hermes. Many of the coats in my size turned out to be a 34 or 36; twillane 34; pants, I went up to a 40 IDKW.

I am 5’2, broad shouldered; medium build; relatively thick waisted, and there is normally no way I am ever a 34. In other words, the size 40 or 42 in jackets that I tried on are comparable to a size 48 dior). I have no idea what actual slim petite size 2 people will do this season. Last season in Hermes, I was a 38 coat, pant, jacket, dress, sweater. I ended up ordering a black and white patterned jacket with a white zipper around 2275 USD, in 34 or 36, and a neon trimmed H pattern trench 3800 USD, (size 36 was enormous), so size 34. thought about and passed on a pair of white crepe cropped pants, 1375 USD. It was not easy to visualize items to order bc nothing was my size. Both DH and my SA dislike twillanes on me, so I just tried it on for size comparison to other items. I did try on a lot of other stuff, but rejected them, so did not inc pics.

Note: the graffiti slip dress from last season that I am wearing is a size 38.

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Hi 880, thanks so much for sharing your experience at the H RTW event today.
I purchased the same black and white patterned jacket with a white zipper, that you modeled in the photo. It happened around 2 months ago. I got 2 other turtleneck sweaters that came in about the same time, however, the arrival of the new RTWs was very slow and not all sizes are available at the same time. I really like the black and white patterned jacket on you, it looks better on you than on me.

Did I see it right that there is a pink/beige long coat on the rack? Do you have any info if that pink/beige long coat is a cashmere or wool coat? Any close-up photo on that rack? TIA .

 

[carlinha]

Well, it was very nice that my SA thought to invite me. As you entered Madison, there were some mannequins decked out in RTW. Up one flight of stairs, there was a more comprehensive selection than normal. There were a few appetizers and summery drink trays being passed around, but they were mostly ignored bc of the need to touch and try on clothes. DH said that there was also a tall model in the RTW that I didn’t notice.

The RTW area is not that big, with a very limited dressing room area. There was some seating for DHs, significant others, children, crying babies; and, dogs. It was loud, noisy, and Madison air conditioning is miserable on the second floor, so you want to limit your time up there. The RTW area was cordoned off which felt a bit low rent. After a brief hesitation, it seemed like everyone simultaneously got the idea that they had better grab what appealed to them off the racks. Lots of the women were trying on coats and things on the floor. I raced over to the dark neutral colored rack and loaded DH up with some items. I also used him to hold down the dressing room. (DH was a good sport but felt this was not exactly a luxury experience, more like a sample sale). If you are serious about RTW, I would recommend skipping the opening and going when it’s less packed.

In previous seasons when my H SA invited me for RTW, the head of RTW would come and chat and confer with my SA. Then stuff would be brought to a dressing room. This was a bit more random, and very different from chanel, brunello, or dior, or honestly even FSH Hermes, where your SA will reserve a room or VIP area with a rack of items in your size, all waiting for you to try, in complete privacy. At brunello, good clients can shop the entire season and get customized trunk show RTW in the privacy of corporate. My H SA spent a lot of time locating stock or pulling sizes for me; some item sticker sizes were mislabeled; and, he was somewhat hindered by the lack of organization. It also didn’t seem like any of the SAs were given much opportunity to familiarize themselves with the stock, models, or fit. (This is only my impression; it might simply be bc it is early days).

I was told that everything on the white racks were items that must be ordered; the stuff on the regular racks could be sold. The problem was lack of sizes on both racks. It doesnt seem like Madison is getting a full selection of styles, colors, or sizes; the implication being, if you think you might want something, just order bc you may not get a second chance. (No obligation, esp. since the likelihood is, if it comes in, and you don’t like it, someone else will likely buy it). The problem is that the sizes today varied greatly from prior seasons. i am a size 6-8 US; 38-40 chanel; 38 eu/42 it brunello; 40-42 Dior dress; and, prior to this season, a 38 Hermes. I needed a 34 in some of the coats, bombers, or jackets; twillane 34; pants, I went up to a 40 IDKW.

I am 5’2, broad shouldered; medium build; relatively thick waisted, and there is normally no way I am ever a 34. The H sizes ran so large that I felt a 40 or 42 jacket would be comparable to a size 48 or 50 dior). I have no idea what real size 34 people will do this season. Last season in Hermes, I was a 38 coat, pant, jacket, dress, sweater. I ended up ordering a black and white patterned jacket with a white zipper around 2275 USD, in 34 or 36, and a neon trimmed H pattern trench 3800 USD, (size 36 was enormous), so size 34. thought about and passed on a pair of white crepe cropped pants, 1375 USD. It was not easy to visualize items to order bc nothing was my size. Both DH and my SA dislike the bathrobe look of twillanes on me, so I just tried it on for size comparison to other items. I did try on a lot of other stuff, but rejected them, so did not inc pics. It seemed like there were only a few runway pieces, like last pic.

For premier luxury designer RTW, some of this stuff is relatively well priced, but those items tend to be made of synthetic stretch fabric. The items in natural fibers tend to be somewhat full cut so a variety of body types and sizes can fit. H pants are a lot less expensive than Brunello, but they lack structure. I rejected them bc the waistband wasn’t reinforced and was rolling down even when hanging. If sizes aren’t consistent from season to season, that also makes it a bit harder to buy without extensive try ons. I felt that the toile jacket I picked up on a random visit a few weeks before was better crafted, albeit significantly more expensive. JMO of course, and YMMV.

Note: the graffiti slip dress from last season that I am wearing is a size 38.

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Thank you for sharing your experience with us! I too feel like the sizing is way off. I was a size 40 in twillaines in the past, and am now a 34

 

[carlinha]

We're twinning! Just bought a similar one as well. Such a classic!

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Gorgeous on you

 

[880]

Some other random pics, including a jacket and pants I thought were possibilities before deciding nope.


@fice16, glad we are twins on the jacket. I didn’t really look at the red pink rack But i texted my SA to ask, and enlarged for you. IMO it looks like double faced cashmere ?

 

[Buckeye@heart]

View attachment 5446226 My SA sent me a picture of this top. It looks pretty! Has anyone tried it?

Is this located in the US and do you have a style number?

 

[DR2014]

We're twinning! Just bought a similar one as well. Such a classic!

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Love it on you!!

 

[Book Worm]

Some other random pics, including a jacket and pants I thought were possibilities before deciding nope.
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@fice16, glad we are twins on the jacket. I didn’t really look at the red pink rack But i texted my SA to ask, and enlarged for you. IMO it looks like double faced cashmere ?

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Thx for all the eye candy! Sorry it wasn’t a more relaxed experience for you!

 

[fice16]

@fice16, glad we are twins on the jacket. I didn’t really look at the red pink rack But i texted my SA to ask, and enlarged for you. IMO it looks like double faced cashmere ?

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Hi 880, yes, I am glad you also picked the same black and white patterned jacket. We are jacket twins.
Thanks so much for the enlarged photos. The beige/pink long coat does look like double-faced cashmere.
I have been hoping for years for H to release cashmere coat in pink color. I have one in burnt-orange, but I would really like a pink one. The long coat in the photo looks more beige-ish pink. I need to see in-person how the color really looks, and I actually hope for a coat in mid-length instead of long coat.