My opinion of Hermes is changing...
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It's just a marketing term that originally referred to the bottom tier of many luxury brand 'pyramids' where the (usually) mono-print cheeper goods subsidised the more expensive handmade/hand finished items (the latter providing the company with focus for campaigns and reputation).
It's a very outdated concept now and people use it inappropriately but unfortunately the term has stuck around.
Considering that the SAs at Madison Avenue don't even know what a mousseline is or whether they sell one, I agree.
The GPs, along with the Evelynes, are only entry-level in terms of Hermés because they are in the lower price-points of Hs all-leather bags. I agree with papertiger's explanation, but I hear the term still being used and I don't think it's outdated, because the concept is still in use across luxury brands, whether or not for subsidization but definitely to bring new customers in.
How horrible. I hate when others don´t pay respect to others properties regardless if it is theaft or vandalism.
I sometimes hate the bad weather we have in my country which forces me to put the raincoat on my K but maybe I should be grateful it actually covers it up and makes it more difficult to spot.
I sometimes hate the bad weather we have in my country which forces me to put the raincoat on my K but maybe I should be grateful it actually covers it up and makes it more difficult to spot.
I do not consider Hermes (or any brand) bags entry level. I bought it because I liked it. Not just to have something by Hermes. The GP 36 was one of my first H bags & to be honest, I felt a little self conscious after I told him. I did not expect that comment. And yes, about 4 thousand with tax is about what I payed. That's not cheap!
I have yet to become an Hermes client and I have been considering the GP 36 leather in black or indigo. I am basically a totes person. So seeing your friend refer to the bag as an elb to me was a little off putting - no offense. My preference would be to just get a birkin but of course we all know that you can't just do that and have to become a client first! At this moment the GP speaks to me as a bag that would work in my life and I have also been eyeing some of H's fine jewelry and house wares and a few equestrian items - like halters, boots, etc.
I couldn't agree more. To me, first purchase does not equate to "entry level".
I wear my Plume a lot for many reasons.
First because I like looking at it. There is something calming to me about the bag. No social pressure. It is understated so no looks or comments. I think it is almost boring to some people
It is is easy to find things & can be worn several ways. I have a 28 & the straps fit over my shoulder if I want to wear it that way.
It is versatile. I wear my Plume casually & to dinner at nice restaurants also
And safe. Many people are only aware of bags that get a lot of social attention. To them, I'm sure they have no idea what a Plume is
Me too! I'm still hoping they will bring it back soon!
I have yet to become an Hermes client and I have been considering the GP 36 leather in black or indigo. I am basically a totes person. So seeing your friend refer to the bag as an elb to me was a little off putting - no offense. My preference would be to just get a birkin but of course we all know that you can't just do that and have to become a client first! At this moment the GP speaks to me as a bag that would work in my life and I have also been eyeing some of H's fine jewelry and house wares and a few equestrian items - like halters, boots, etc.
A GP is a nice choice to understand if you like the Hermes aesthetic. Not everyone is. I'm happy with my bag. I treat her as well as my others. Each has a special memory for me.
Me too! I'm still hoping they will bring it back soon!
Ever wonder why they discontinue certain bags? Is it because they did not sell well at the time or another reason?? I would not consider the Trim a trendy bag (I have a mini which I adore! I should wear her more )
To keep within topic I have not collected Hermes long enough (5 yrs) to know if the changes are constructive & therefore have no opinion to offer. I transitioned to the line because I liked that the majority of the offerings seemed well thought out and classic.
I drifted from another brand (not LV) since I felt it became pure fashion and the quality had slipped. It was overexposed. I do not want to spend a lot of money on an of the moment sensation and to be seen with the "it bag". It's not practical & loses it's meaning for me
I hope Hermes stays to their ideals that people covet today.
I drifted from another brand (not LV) since I felt it became pure fashion and the quality had slipped. It was overexposed. I do not want to spend a lot of money on an of the moment sensation and to be seen with the "it bag". It's not practical & loses it's meaning for me
I hope Hermes stays to their ideals that people covet today.
Yeah, that's what I'm thinking. I thought it might be racing silk related but that has zero to do with speed (which is why I asked originally). The patterned Bolides, etc., could be related to racing silks as well.
I find it interesting because I associate H heritage to traditional equestrian disciplines rather than to horse racing.