What’s your unpopular Hermes opinion?

[CrazyCool01]

Colours blue brume, Blue Jean, Rose sakura ( i know are crowd pleasers!) but not my favourites.

 

[Midge Maisel]

Also, the point of the pre-spend isn't to prove your loyalty, love and appreciation for the aesthetic of the house. It is to prove to H that you are from the upper echelon and can afford to regularly pump up their bottom line. The corollary to that is that they don't want their items to be carried by, or associated with, the lower classes. It's elitist and classist but, it's also pretty clearly communicated by their policies so you can opt in or opt out (no judgement or shame either way).
What confounds me is why they are so eager to court social media influencers and the aspirational young shoppers of this generation. Why create the retail equivalent of the Hunger Games amongst them when they don't fit your criteria? H doesn't need this balloon of hype; it has always been and will always be top tier.

As a member of said generation, I have NO explanation for why they're courting influencers. To be honest, amongst my peer group, influencers carrying H doesn't do much.

Another unpopular opinion is that some of the older generation of H buyers really aren't getting the respect they are due and I feel they deserve better. Many have already filled their houses with fine china and furniture, and their closets with RTW and jewellery, from decades upon decades of purchases. If they don't spend much now, it's only because they have all they need. Yet they'd be overlooked when a quota bag arrives, in favour of the hot young thing who happened to spend a lot in the past few years. All the talk of history and loyalty, but they're only looking at short-term history and making their judgments, not considering that the OG loyal customers should be free to take long breaks if they wish but still be treated as the VVIPs they are when they walk back in.

This is so true. It's one thing to be new-ish to the whole H world and constantly find new things, but for those who've been around longer, at a certain point...I mean, how much stuff does one person actually need?

(Rhetorically, of course. I'm sure everyone here needs everything.)

 

[addiCCted]

It's one thing to be new-ish to the whole H world and constantly find new things, but for those who've been around longer, at a certain point...

To be honest, amongst my peer group, influencers carrying H doesn't do much

I think you just answered your own question why Hermes is courting influencers. They need to grow their client base. The older clients already have bought everything they want or need and it’s a rehash of the same but at a much higher price range. A lot of veteran clients may feel the new price tags are not worth it bc they can compare it to what that money used to buy at Hermes.

 

[Grace Birkin]

They always have Birkin and Kelly bags in the store at any given moment. Those might be reserved or kept for high spenders but in my option (based on some level of experience) there are always some bags in the back. Especially true for the Parisian stores.

 

[A1aGypsy]

@jblended - Hermes Make a Wish foundation made me LOL. Well done.

 

[880]

social media influencers and the aspirational young shoppers

be overlooked when a quota bag arrives, i

lol, love the hunger games reference too. Hermes courts the younger shoppers bc they keep the brand relevant and buy all the cosmetics, scarves and shoes.

I’ve heard a number of SAs/SMs voice the opinion that a longtime client already has everything they need, and there is this idea that newer clients should be given a chance. . . Since this opinion has been stated almost verbatim at different boutiques and different times, I’m assuming it’s corporate philosophy of some kind. They don’t want clients who only see bags as adequate reward. In a sense, I agree with them; thus my unpopular opinion. Even if it means, fewer bags for me. Another unpopular opinion , if you don’t really love boutique merchandise, and really only value the bag offers, there is no point shopping the boutique

ETA: I do feel that long standing clients of the house should be offered SO slots, but apparently Hermes does not.

 

[Bag peace]

They need to grow their client base. The older clients already have bought everything they want or need

I’ve heard a number of SAs/SMs voice the opinion that a longtime client already has everything they need, and there is this idea that newer clients should be given a chance

You both make such valid points and it's something I hadn't considered. I was focused on the influencer/younger crowd not fitting in with the Hermes aesthetic as I have always seen it, so was wondering why they are so fixated on that market segment. Of course, it's obvious now that you've both explained it to me. I should have thought about it some more.

Another unpopular opinion , if you don’t really love boutique merchandise, and really only value the bag offers, there is no point shopping the boutique

Surely not an unpopular opinion! It makes perfect sense. If you want only the bag, going the reseller route is the best option.
For those that love all things H, then the boutique is a world of sweeties for you to indulge in and it's not a game or a chore because your style actually aligns with the brand and its offerings.

 

[nikotama]

lol, love the hunger games reference too. Hermes courts the younger shoppers bc they keep the brand relevant and buy all the cosmetics, scarves and shoes.

I’ve heard a number of SAs/SMs voice the opinion that a longtime client already has everything they need, and there is this idea that newer clients should be given a chance. . . Since this opinion has been stated almost verbatim at different boutiques and different times, I’m assuming it’s corporate philosophy of some kind. They don’t want clients who only see bags as adequate reward. In a sense, I agree with them; thus my unpopular opinion. Even if it means, fewer bags for me. Another unpopular opinion , if you don’t really love boutique merchandise, and really only value the bag offers, there is no point shopping the boutique

ETA: I do feel that long standing clients of the house should be offered SO slots, but apparently Hermes does not.

But what does “loving boutique merchandise” mean? Doesn’t it depend on boutique stock/availability? I’d love to buy some nice sweaters or coats for me but I’m short and chubby (size 42/44) and my size is usually not in stock. I absolutely love their men’s RTW and recently bought two nice sweaters for DH but he doesn’t really care for what he wears so I can see myself buying him something only occasionally.
I love their eccentric/a bit edgy rose gold jewelry but my boutique doesn’t have a good stock of jewelry.
I absolutely love their scarves and shawls and see myself shopping and adding them to my collection for hopefully several years.
P.s. I don’t want a ton of bags (a Kelly and a mini 24/24 or Jypsiere is all I want and can afford).

 

[Kuro-Kuma]

My unpopular opinion: I don’t like exotics, except maybe in tiny portions such as a watch strap or a bit of trim on a bag. I don’t like veiny Togo. And the spine on Chèvre de Coromandel creeps me out.

To each their own, right? I figure I’ll leave those leathers to others and snatch up all the Barenia and clemence for myself!

Yes! I don't like exotic but I wouldn't mind a touche 😂

 

[iseebearbears]

The new Petit H "Small Heart Key Ring" does not look like a small heart. It looks like hanging testicles. Nothing can convince me otherwise.

 

[Swanky]

There’s way too much off topic in this thread, we’ll continue to remove off topic posts. If the same folks keep posting off topic then we would need to remove the option for them to participate in this thread.
This isn’t a general chat thread.

This thread has been considerably off topic, please stick to topic

Hi! Please stay on topic, posting *your* unpopular opinion

Hi! Let's get back to topic please

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Y'all....

 

[Midge Maisel]

I think you just answered your own question why Hermes is courting influencers. They need to grow their client base. The older clients already have bought everything they want or need and it’s a rehash of the same but at a much higher price range. A lot of veteran clients may feel the new price tags are not worth it bc they can compare it to what that money used to buy at Hermes.

True. But unpopular opinion: most young people who can actually afford H don't care about influencers. A lot of my peers know about H from legacy media (I swear, whoever gave Rory Gilmore that Birkin set up a generation of girls to want their own) and/or their moms/aunts/grandmothers.

 

[chanellover333]

True. But unpopular opinion: most young people who can actually afford H don't care about influencers. A lot of my peers know about H from legacy media (I swear, whoever gave Rory Gilmore that Birkin set up a generation of girls to want their own) and/or their moms/aunts/grandmothers.

I can confirm! I fall into this category (Gen Z) and really am put off by influencers and brands that affiliate themselves with them. I like a good review, but that's all...

Now that I think about it, I have one more unpopular opinion - younger generations aren't as willing to play the H game. We are used to instant gratification, next day shipping, etc.. generally, we aren't the types to play games and wait months/years for something we want.

I'd be curious to see if H's market research on this. There will always be exceptions to the rules, but all of my fellow twenty-something yo Hermes fans (including myself) friends go the reseller route.

 

[maxroxxherhandbags]

My latest opinion...
Hermes doing Yoga clothes???
I mean..why???
Stick with what you're truly good at and don't just expand into lots of other categories to make a buck.
There are superb brands out there who specialise in stylish yoga clothing and work-out gear, leave it to them.
Personally I feel traumatised that Hermes do Hoodies and Ath-leisure style pieces like joggers (I cant stand Ath-leisure..unless its being worn on the way to a workout but thats me) but I get it, many people live in joggers and hoodies but if that was my style I'd go for Brunello or Gods true cashmere where the items really do merit the ticket price.
I'm also on the fence about the foray into cosmetics...I get it, its another revenue stream and can capture a client base with a lower spend who can still buy into the Hermes brand image.
I do like the nail polish but in all the other categories I've sampled in-store I'm underwhelmed.
I find Gucci and Prada's cosmetic offering better in terms of pigmentation and quality,(and Dries lipsticks are fantastic!) although the Hermes packaging is sublime and wins hands down.
I understand the brand wishes to diversify but I firmly believe that every single product should reflect the true DNA of the brand..
Quality/Luxury/originality.

 

[Midge Maisel]

Now that I think about it, I have one more unpopular opinion - younger generations aren't as willing to play the H game. We are used to instant gratification, next day shipping, etc.. generally, we aren't the types to play games and wait months/years for something we want.

I'll second this opinion.