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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"
 
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#4,595
Hello,
I have been trying desperately for quite some time to find the perfect 32mm belt kit with the Idem buckle in Silver. My issue is that it seems near impossible to find a Black / Etain, or Black / Chocolate strap with the "older" flat end. I do not like the new tapered straps and I also dislike the shiny box leather, so I would really like to find one where the black leather is matte. Any advice for which matte leather is most suitable? I am trying to distinguish between Swift, Chamonix, and Sombrero.
Any and all advice is appreciated!
Thanks!
 
#4,596
I think your biggest problem will be finding the flat edge because the last I heard they discontinued it in favor of the new tapered edge. That has been for quite a while now so the inventory is probably quit low if they have any left.

Someone else will have to comment on the different leathers! Good luck!

dandyboy said:
Hello,
I have been trying desperately for quite some time to find the perfect 32mm belt kit with the Idem buckle in Silver. My issue is that it seems near impossible to find a Black / Etain, or Black / Chocolate strap with the "older" flat end. I do not like the new tapered straps and I also dislike the shiny box leather, so I would really like to find one where the black leather is matte. Any advice for which matte leather is most suitable? I am trying to distinguish between Swift, Chamonix, and Sombrero.
Any and all advice is appreciated!
Thanks!
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#4,597
dandyboy said:
Hello,
I have been trying desperately for quite some time to find the perfect 32mm belt kit with the Idem buckle in Silver. My issue is that it seems near impossible to find a Black / Etain, or Black / Chocolate strap with the "older" flat end. I do not like the new tapered straps and I also dislike the shiny box leather, so I would really like to find one where the black leather is matte. Any advice for which matte leather is most suitable? I am trying to distinguish between Swift, Chamonix, and Sombrero.
Any and all advice is appreciated!
Thanks!
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Hello again!
Does anyone have any advice for me between Swift, Sombrero, and Chamonix for a belt kit?
Thanks!
 
#4,598
dandyboy said:
Hello again!
Does anyone have any advice for me between Swift, Sombrero, and Chamonix for a belt kit?
Thanks!
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All are smooth and are all a nice contrast to a textured leather like a togo reverse. I have Choc togo/ black Box (most formal combo) Etain EpsomEpsom/Bambou Swift (most dressy combo) and Natural Barenia/Choc Chamonix (most casual combo)

In order of matte-ness:
1.Chamonix
2 Sombrero
3. Swift.

In order of no fussiness and durability:
1. Sombrero
2. Swift
3 Chamonix
 
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#4,599
Hi PaperTiger!

Thanks so much for your response!

I am still trying to find a flat ended strap vs. the new tapered end. I definitely want a matte leather, but all I found was Swift Black / Epsom Chocolate. I saw that Swift wasn't as matte as I'd like, but then I also thought I read somewhere that Swift easily scratches. What do you mean when you say no-fusnness? I think I prefer Chamonix since it's most matte. I'd love your thoughts!

Thank you!
 
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dandyboy said:
Hi PaperTiger!

Thanks so much for your response!

I am still trying to find a flat ended strap vs. the new tapered end. I definitely want a matte leather, but all I found was Swift Black / Epsom Chocolate. I saw that Swift wasn't as matte as I'd like, but then I also thought I read somewhere that Swift easily scratches. What do you mean when you say no-fusnness? I think I prefer Chamonix since it's most matte. I'd love your thoughts!

Thank you!
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No fussiness = durability/worry-free/stays like-new. I like my Barenia/Cham strap and don't worry as both leathers are supposed to show age but it's not a combo for those that like their things to stay pristine for as long as poss.

I have bags made of Swift, not particularly prone to scratching. But yes, subtle sheen on darker colours (not so much on lighter, hence 3 on scale of matte-ness above). Easy to refurb.

Chamonix can scratch and it shows, also you mustn't splash any water on it and not notice (like box or croc/lizzie) but quickly wipe off.
 
#4,602
Hey PaperTiger,

It's so overwhelming! I don't really like the shiny Box leather, and I think I now notice that the Swift in Black has some grain / texture to it. If I am going to purchase Black / Gold or Black / Chocolate as my first belt kit, would you kindly recommend a specific leather combo for me? I'd like to pair it with the Idem buckle in Silver.

Also, if you have any tips on how to get hold of the flat ended strap........ I have been working with customer service for a little while on this, but so far no luck.

Thanks so much for all your help so far!
 
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As SwiftyTK wrote your biggest problem will be to source the square end style.
With regard to scratching, a belt is different from a bag since whilst it is around your waist it is relatively protected unless you are very unfortunate and probably suffering an injury in that region. A bag can graze against a wall, be knocked by others or scratched by your own careless finger nails.
As a perfectionist you should be warned that the bar of the buckle might cause an indentation on the reverse side to that you are using.
 
#4,604
Hi PJW5813,
Thanks for responding.
I found the square end in Black Swift / Chocolate Epsom but I am still undecided about Swift leather!
When you mention the bar of the buckle may cause an indentation, are you referring to the Idem buckle specifically or to any Hermes buckle? I assume that this indentation would be hidden by the buckle though so wont be as aggravating to me!
 
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