Official Hermes Belt Thread

[Israeli_Flava]

Hermès size Waist circumference cm to in ... just measure your waist or where you want the belt to hit you... this info is on their website under the belt kits size guide link...
70cm - 27.5"
75cm - 29.5"
80cm - 31.5"
85cm - 33.5"
90cm - 35.4"
95cm - 37.4"
100cm - 39.4"
105cm - 41.3"
110cm - 43.3"
115cm - 45.3"
120cm - 47.2"

 

[krawford]

Did anyone notice the run on 32mm buckles in the last couple of days at hermes.com? I just happened to glance and "bam" there they were. I was able to score gold and silver hammered belt kits. They went fast.

 

[VigeeLeBrun]

Hi wekilledcouture, I was told they send them to Paris for the refinishing, but it takes about 4 months! Also, they can't refinish the brushed buckles, only the polished ones. I've had mine quite a while, but don't wear it frequently. The only significant ding is from the first wear! The finish is so highly polished, it easily shows scratches. Best wishes with yours, I was told that refinishing makes them like new! If you decide to send it, maybe you could take before and after pics to share with us.


Hi Vigee, I was told the refinishing is about $150. My two shiny ones are Muse buckles, which were so hard to find even when offered! When I purchased from my boutique a few years ago, I apparently bought the last palladium one available. So, I'll just wear them with care, and send them in for TLC when finally needed. Here's a pic…

That's not a bad price at all for refinishing IMO and I love your Muse buckles. Oh, how I wish that I picked one up when they were available! Now, they are a rare treasure. Congrats to you, etoile.

Did anyone notice the run on 32mm buckles in the last couple of days at hermes.com? I just happened to glance and "bam" there they were. I was able to score gold and silver hammered belt kits. They went fast.

Yes, I noticed ~ first time in ages that H has had a good selection of 32mm belt kits available, krawford. Wish H offered more straps, too.

 

[Birdonce]

Did anyone notice the run on 32mm buckles in the last couple of days at hermes.com? I just happened to glance and "bam" there they were. I was able to score gold and silver hammered belt kits. They went fast.

Yes, I had two orders previously cancelled and then Monday had another order cancelled but went for an 80 instead (have straps in 3 sizes) and got a ship notice! It's so hard to have the right color/size belt strap and the right buckle at the same time. I'm at a happy place with buckles, though the muse one is beautiful.

 

[etoile de mer]

Another question - has anyone purchased any non-Hermes belt straps to use with their buckles? Obviously, I prefer the Hermes ones (I have 3 with 1 on the way!) but it is sooo hard to find colored ones (and I cannot swing the gorgeous malachite croc belt strap in the men's section) that I was considering buying a custom made strap from some other company to use with my buckles.

Has anyone done that? Any places you can recommend? I was looking at orderbelt dot com

Birdonce, it is so difficult to find colored belt kit straps that I find the idea of a custom strap might be a good option. Please PM me if you find a reliable source, thanks!

Hi Vigee and Birdonce, I've not purchased these, but I've been tempted due to the difficulty of getting straps! Here's a link…

 

[etoile de mer]

That's not a bad price at all for refinishing IMO and I love your Muse buckles. Oh, how I wish that I picked one up when they were available! Now, they are a rare treasure. Congrats to you, etoile. :heart

Hi Vigee, I felt the same, not too expensive. Especially considering the time and patience to actually find the same thing, again! I so was happy that my SA was able to locate them for me, as I almost waited too long! Even more than three years ago, straps were so scarce, and I kept having to wait for straps in order to purchase. Hoping the Muse will pop up on a reseller site for you! I have occasionally seen them.

 

[krawford]

Those Muse buckles are gorgeous!!!

 

[stylemechanel]

Those Muse buckles are gorgeous!!!

+1 and then again. I wish I liked Hermes when they were out!

 

[etoile de mer]

Those Muse buckles are gorgeous!!!

+1 and then again. I wish I liked Hermes when they were out!

So glad you both enjoyed seeing them! I keep hoping they'll reissue the Muse, as I wish I'd gotten them in a brushed finish. With this particular design there is a lot of shiny surface area to accumulate scratches! I think the brushed ones would likely hide the scratches a bit better.

 

[Bellarina]

Hi wekilledcouture, I was told they send them to Paris for the refinishing, but it takes about 4 months! Also, they can't refinish the brushed buckles, only the polished ones. I've had mine quite a while, but don't wear it frequently. The only significant ding is from the first wear! The finish is so highly polished, it easily shows scratches. Best wishes with yours, I was told that refinishing makes them like new! If you decide to send it, maybe you could take before and after pics to share with us.


Hi Vigee, I was told the refinishing is about $150. My two shiny ones are Muse buckles, which were so hard to find even when offered! When I purchased from my boutique a few years ago, I apparently bought the last palladium one available. So, I'll just wear them with care, and send them in for TLC when finally needed. Here's a pic…

The Muse buckes are beautiful!

 

[sococo]

Since I remain undecided about the Chanel boy, I decided to pick up a few things from the Madison Ave Hermes instead for my bday! Black box/gold Togo 32mm belt kit with brushed gold hardware. They had a great selection of belts and every buckle. (I also got a black with silver clic h and a cream with gold clic h that I bought to match my Chanel beige Claire jumbo.) My lovely sales associate was nice enough to include a very good sized Jour d'Hermes perfume and body lotion as a gift. I was considering getting another belt kit so that I can have a silver buckle as well but I reconsidered. Even though I love this belt, I don't think that I'll use this style of belt often enough to warrant another color. I was considering buying a brushed silver buckle from a reseller instead. Anyone have recommendations for resellers who sell just authentic buckles? I couldn't find any specific info on buckles on the authentic resellers thread. Thanks!

 

[lum709]

Congrats to your new purchase... we are belt and perfume twins...

 

[chessmont]

I was considering buying a brushed silver buckle from a reseller instead. Anyone have recommendations for resellers who sell just authentic buckles? I couldn't find any specific info on buckles on the authentic resellers thread. Thanks!

I often see H buckles on Fashionphile

 

[LV Ninja Turtle]

Sorry this is a bit late, but to answer your question, yes you can bring it to H.

Hi, I just saw this. Thanks for replying... Does Hermes fix it even if it's very damaged? The only one I found on eBay that is my size and the color of buckle/strap that I'm looking for looks terrible. Here is the link so you can see for yourself: http://www.ebay.com/itm/331348664685

Do you know if they will re-finish it and approximately how much it would cost?

Thanks!

 

[Claviel]

Hi, I just saw this. Thanks for replying... Does Hermes fix it even if it's very damaged? The only one I found on eBay that is my size and the color of buckle/strap that I'm looking for looks terrible. Here is the link so you can see for yourself: http://www.ebay.com/itm/331348664685

Do you know if they will re-finish it and approximately how much it would cost?

Thanks!

For the re-finish they charge 70€ (in Italy, Milano) and it takes 3 months aprox.

 

[cr1stalangel]

Hi, I just saw this. Thanks for replying... Does Hermes fix it even if it's very damaged? The only one I found on eBay that is my size and the color of buckle/strap that I'm looking for looks terrible. Here is the link so you can see for yourself: http://www.ebay.com/itm/331348664685

Do you know if they will re-finish it and approximately how much it would cost?

Thanks!

Oh ouch. To be really honest with you, I'll look for another piece. Personally, I don't like both the belt and buckle condition for that money. If you don't have time pressure more things will come up.
Claviel helped with the cost of fixing the buckle as I don't know it myself.