The Elysium Journal
How to Authenticate a Hermès Bag: The Expert Guide
Hermès issues no certificate of authenticity — the bag is the certificate. Leather, saddle stitch, hardware, heat stamp, blind stamp, lining: the seven check...
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Hermès Birkin 25 vs 30 vs 35: Choosing Your Perfect Size
The 25, the 30 and the 35 are three different objects for three different lives. How to choose the Birkin that suits ...
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The Complete Guide to Hermès Colors: From Gold to Bleu Electrique
From Gold and Étoupe to Bleu Électrique and Rouge Casaque: a guide to the palette that defines Hermès leather, and ho...
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Understanding Hermès Leathers: From Togo to Niloticus Crocodile
Togo, Epsom, Swift, Box, Chèvre, Niloticus: every Hermès leather has a hand, a weight and a price. A guide to reading...
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The Art of Caring for Your Hermes Leather
Proper care is the difference between a piece that ages gracefully and one that deteriorates. Essential techniques fo...
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How to Authenticate a Hermes Birkin: The Definitive Guide
Our Senior Authenticator reveals the key checkpoints that separate a genuine Birkin from even the most sophisticated ...
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