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Congrats! Love barenia/toile! And a pristine Omnibus! Lucky!
I'm a newbie too. I've been stalking this clubhouse for a while. Personally, I would jump at the glycerine treatment right away if I ever get my paws on a Barenia B (my holiest of Holy Grail bags, lol). Seeing Barenia age gracefully and patina over time is one thing but actually owning it? In an ideal world, I'd be as carefree with my bags as I want to be. But with the amount of time and money spent on finding B's and K's, especially on a harder to find leather like Barenia, I'd be more paranoid about damaging her in the ugly duckling phase. Having said that, by the time I actually manage to get one, my mindset might have changed and I no longer mind having to go through the ugly duckling phase together.
I think you don't have to do the treatment. Because it's a toile combination, it's not as much Barenia involved. This is one instance where I wouldn't mind Barenia going through patina naturally. It would complement the casual nature of the toile perfectly.
Here's my current Barenia obsession.From the Socialites thread:
It should scare me, how dirty the leather looks, but I'm more inspired than ever.
Sammy, oh my, congrats on this stunning Barenia bag! I have never seen this combination! Please share the size? Was it made in pm size as well? You know how much I adore plumes. Amazing find and enjoy carrying this beauty!Dear OneMoreDay! What a lovely post!!!Yes, I will take care that my beautiful bag and me will have a story together... Especially as this is not a "pre-loved" bag - there was no love in the life of this bag yet. The former owner got her as a present, did not like and never used her... This is sad. So, I WILL use her!!
Omnibus Bag MM fauve Barenia/Toile:
This is a great photo. Is the Roulis Barenia too? It looks like a different leather and colot?Congrats! Love barenia/toile! And a pristine Omnibus! Lucky!
I'm a newbie too. I've been stalking this clubhouse for a while. Personally, I would jump at the glycerine treatment right away if I ever get my paws on a Barenia B (my holiest of Holy Grail bags, lol). Seeing Barenia age gracefully and patina over time is one thing but actually owning it? In an ideal world, I'd be as carefree with my bags as I want to be. But with the amount of time and money spent on finding B's and K's, especially on a harder to find leather like Barenia, I'd be more paranoid about damaging her in the ugly duckling phase. Having said that, by the time I actually manage to get one, my mindset might have changed and I no longer mind having to go through the ugly duckling phase together.
I think you don't have to do the treatment. Because it's a toile combination, it's not as much Barenia involved. This is one instance where I wouldn't mind Barenia going through patina naturally. It would complement the casual nature of the toile perfectly.
Here's my current Barenia obsession.
It should scare me, how dirty the leather looks, but I'm more inspired than ever.
I love the way you stated this. This is why H captures my heart with their products and fine craftsmanship. No other brand quite does it for me in the same way. But then there is that crazy frustrating part too lol.I think the beauty of Hermes pieces is that there is some sort of special relationship that forms between owner and bag. Hermes is a weird, frustrating, and exhilarating game of time, chance, sufficient funds, and personal tastes, so it might make someone more emotionally invested than normal. There isn't strictly a right or wrong way of doing things because at the end of the day, it's just a bag but it's also your bag. I have yet to see barenia that hasn't aged well (glycerin or Docride treatment or not). They are all such beautiful pieces and each has a story to tell. I'm sure yours will be a fine companion to tell your story as time passes.
Whichever comes out on top, head or heart (or a balance of both), I hope you enjoy and wear her in good health.
Dear OneMoreDay! What a lovely post!!!
Omnibus Bag MM fauve Barenia/Toile:
I think the beauty of Hermes pieces is that there is some sort of special relationship that forms between owner and bag. Hermes is a weird, frustrating, and exhilarating game of time, chance, sufficient funds, and personal tastes, so it might make someone more emotionally invested than normal. There isn't strictly a right or wrong way of doing things because at the end of the day, it's just a bag but it's also your bag. I have yet to see barenia that hasn't aged well (glycerin or Docride treatment or not). They are all such beautiful pieces and each has a story to tell. I'm sure yours will be a fine companion to tell your story as time passes.
Whichever comes out on top, head or heart (or a balance of both), I hope you enjoy and wear her in good health.
Can't tell from the photo. It shows either orangey or a medium tan like hex.
Sometimes these pictures are filtered or edited. It could be a variety of leathers (Fjord, Clemence, Evercolor, Sombrero, etc). Maybe even Veau Butler (there was one up on Yoogi's before). 
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Can't tell from the photo. It shows either orangey or a medium tan like hex.
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Source: https://www.yoogiscloset.com/handbags/hermes-natural-veau-butler-leather-roulis-bag.html
Apparently, it's related to Barenia but more susceptible to scratches. Not much information on it, sadly. But you could check out the Roulis clubhouse and see what the members think. :flower: Link here: http://forum.purseblog.com/hermes-clubhouse/ode-to-the-roulis-701004-17.html
Wonderful collection Sissy, una più bella dell'altra!!! I had a Barenia/Toile Birkin and sold it
I think the beauty of Hermes pieces is that there is some sort of special relationship that forms between owner and bag. Hermes is a weird, frustrating, and exhilarating game of time, chance, sufficient funds, and personal tastes, so it might make someone more emotionally invested than normal. There isn't strictly a right or wrong way of doing things because at the end of the day, it's just a bag but it's also your bag. I have yet to see barenia that hasn't aged well (glycerin or Docride treatment or not). They are all such beautiful pieces and each has a story to tell. I'm sure yours will be a fine companion to tell your story as time passes.
Whichever comes out on top, head or heart (or a balance of both), I hope you enjoy and wear her in good health.
Sammy, I am thrilled for you!! What a special piece. Congratulations dear...so fabulous.
Eloquently put and so true.
Come on frou frou!! Get out of bed!! I am sooo sorry about gavroche--but you know what this means.....looking for another......
And just my two cents on any product to barenia:::: I am NO EXPERT but I do own several pieces and would NEVER put products on them. I have seen a bag that was "coated" by a professional and the bag absolutely did not have the barenia charm. Was horrifying really. Leave barenia alone my friends. If you want to "protect" it, the leather is not for you!!
