What’s your unpopular Hermes opinion?

[carrie8]

My Unpopular opinion
seeing people just buying and buying the next bag, makes me think at hoarders
Why not enjoy the ones that you have?

 

[Bentley1]

Unpopular opinion:
I find the silk scarves to be a bit rough for me.

Much prefer the cashmere/silk blends.

 

[Love Of My Life]

Unpopular opinion:
Not a fan of the "D" rings on the Kelly bag & not always liking the charms that
dwarf the bag
Liking the simplicity of the bag designs to stand on their own.. they speak oodles about
the gorgeous leathers & skins used

 

[maxroxxherhandbags]

Unpopular opinion:
I'm sick of Hermès bags being toted by so many influencers, rappers,reality tv stars, socialites and so forth.
They have become too much of a 'statement' and I find myself reaching for my plainest most under the radar bags (ie:anything without sangles) more and more because I feel somehow very conspicuous carrying my kelly's and Jypsiere.
In the immortal words of Cher...
If I could turn back time...

 

[addiCCted]

Unpopular opinion:
I'm sick of Hermès bags being toted by so many influencers, rappers,reality tv stars, socialites and so forth.
They have become too much of a 'statement' and I find myself reaching for my plainest most under the radar bags (ie:anything without sangles) more and more because I feel somehow very conspicuous carrying my kelly's and Jypsiere.
In the immortal words of Cher...
If I could turn back time...

this too shall pass....

 

[stylequake]

This has problematic undertones. Are you upset to be associated with the "lower class"

Unpopular opinion:
I'm sick of Hermès bags being toted by so many influencers, rappers,reality tv stars, socialites and so forth.
They have become too much of a 'statement' and I find myself reaching for my plainest most under the radar bags (ie:anything without sangles) more and more because I feel somehow very conspicuous carrying my kelly's and Jypsiere.
In the immortal words of Cher...
If I could turn back time...

?

 

[BreezyE]

This has problematic undertones. Are you upset to be associated with the "lower class"


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I think what this person meant is that they believe the more popular Hermes bags are becoming too trendy and they prefer something that is more low key and less trendy.

 

[880]

This has problematic undertones. Are you upset to be associated with the "lower class"


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Agree with @BreezyE . I didn’t get a lower class connotation. Especially bc (@maxroxxherhandbags includes socialites in her list of undesirables). I simply assumed that she was referring to a more under the radar style in keeping with her own low key RTW choices. A preference for an H bag without the tiret or sangles (Victoria, plume, paris bombay, bolide, double sens, whitebus, etc.) would not be immediately H branded to the casual (non TPF H subforum observer). But, this is the unpopular thread after all

my unpopular opinion is that I don’t usually carry an H bag for travel (Nor has my lack of an H bag been a disadvantage in obtaining a new BK at FSH. I find the mens no hardware ergonomic adjustable saddle bag or the Loewe mini puzzle much more practical, and the mini puzzle much nicer than the mini lindy.

ETA: i often prefer an older bag with patina to a newer one

i prefer to carry my kelly bags with the sangles on the tiret but under the flap (I can sometimes slide my hand into a 28 inner pocket to pull out a card case pr phone without unbuckling)

 

[papertiger]

This has problematic undertones. Are you upset to be associated with the "lower class"


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Please let others have their unpopular opinions. That's what this thread is for.

Can we return to unpopular opinions about Hermes, and not opinions of other members?

 

[Build-a-B-K-collection]

This has problematic undertones. Are you upset to be associated with the "lower class"


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I didn’t read “lower class”.

I read it as the trifecta B/K/C is more of a look at me and the announcement of a persons presence via their Hermes bag.

I do agree with @maxroxxherhandbags quote. The kardashians, real housewives etc are reality stars who mostly carry a H bag. There popularity has spilled to the influencers who some openly admit they just want the bag. In MY OPINION They don’t care about the craftsmanship they just want to be perceived as the same league as reality stars.

Then you have the rappers, can’t think of names as it’s not my taste in music but the name is on the top of my tongue. Some of these rappers, I’m my UNPOPULAR opinion are not the role models I want my daughter to aspire to (stripper to rapper). My opinion is that they they purchase these bags to show their wealth. I read an article a few years ago that these rappers were not entertained by the Hermes store and had to purchase from resale market as H did not want to be associated with certain individuals. Obviously times have changed and in a fickle world, H changes it’s priorities as to whom they wish to have as customers.

I too have started to carry under the radar bags too such as mini bolide as when I carry the B/K/C I receive stares and stupid unnecessary comments.

So my unpopular opinion is that I too hate the number of influencers, reality stars, rappers who tote the H bag.

 

[maxroxxherhandbags]

This has problematic undertones. Are you upset to be associated with the "lower class"


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Not at all...as @BreezyE and @880 state I prefer a more low key aesthetic and dont like anything that screams a brand name.
Also please note that many reality tv stars, socialites rappers and influencers do not come from the so-called 'lower classes'.
I daresay I am 'working class' because I work full time and have done for the last 40years since graduating.
back on topic..
My unpopular opinion is I wish the Olsen twins would become the next Hermes Designers...
How fabulous would that be?
Imagine the runway full of new season bags deliberately distressed to look torn and crushed and scratched up!
editeded to add:
@Build-a-B-K-collection agree 100%

 

[880]

Please let others have their unpopular opinions. That's what this thread is for.

Can we return to unpopular opinions about Hermes, and not opinions of other members?

Hermes prefers to make true top handled bags, without shoulder drop length straps and without side pockets.

aesthetically I agree with all that, so much so, that I will forgo the practicality.

I also prefer to hand carry those top handle bags that have shoulder strap attachments like the kelly or the bolide.

Unless the shoulder strap is integral and fixed to the bag design, I normally don’t use it.

@maxroxxherhandbags , the Olsen twins wouldnt be able to integrate the very popular twillane long cardigan (I am not personally fond of it myself) into their minimalist styled repertoire lol

ETA: my unpopular opinion: the more one gets away from the tall slim build ( the ideal runway aesthetic from which Hermes refuses to deviate) the more matronly the designs and the bags look on me. And I say this as a short, thick waisted, and somewhat stocky ( the euphemism is athletic build lol) consumer who happens to love RTW. Many RTW pieces simply cannot be altered to fit without changing the design, the proportion, or silhouette. And after struggling to articulate why the popular designs like the mini lindy or mini kelly don’t appeal, I am thinking that perhaps it’s because they make me feel bigger and stockier. (This may change if I ever get to lose ten more pounds, a feat that is possibly more improbable than a Coveted H offer lol). By the way, I am only speaking as to me, personally. I have friends who are as short, and who wear larger sizes, whose smaller bags not only suit them but as also flattering, idkw

 

[bagnut1]

Hermes prefers to make true top handled bags, without shoulder drop length straps and without side pockets.

aesthetically I agree with all that, so much so, that I will forgo the practicality.

I also prefer to hand carry those top handle bags that have shoulder strap attachments like the kelly or the bolide.

Unless the shoulder strap is integral and fixed to the bag design, I normally don’t use it.

In theory I agree with you, though I almost always attach a wide crossbody strap to a Bolide or K “just in case” I need an extra hand while out and about. The bags look bigger when worn this way but sometimes it’s gotta be function over form.

 

[880]

sometimes it’s gotta be function over form

in my imaginary life, (one where I am at least six inches taller and 25 pounds lighter lol) I don’t need be practical

in my imagination, ( which means not in this lifetime) I might also have the budget and the long slender arms for this:


unpopular opinion: I’m not fond of the popular H jewelry designs like the leather or horn jewelry; enamels or clic class; stackable fine jewelry bracelets; or the dainty pendant necklaces or earrings, but I really like the big stuff above pic ( more than Cartier or VCA)

ETA: forgot to add that for BK especially, I prefer the not brand spanking new look which may lower the bling effect

 

[bagnut1]

in my imaginary life, I don’t need be practical

Lol. In my imaginary life I have your wardrobe.