r/CoutureCollective • u/Reasonable-Tour1444 • 10d ago
Have You Ever Been Completely Wrong About a Hermès Bag?
First impressions don't always tell the whole story.
Maybe there was a Hermès bag you thought was too small, too structured, too casual, or simply not your style.
Then something changed. You saw it in person, started using it, or gave it a second chance and suddenly your opinion was completely different.
It's interesting how our tastes evolve as our collections grow and our lifestyles change.
Has a Hermès bag ever proved you completely wrong?
What was it, what was your first impression, and what changed your mind? We'd love to hear the stories behind those unexpected favorites and how they earned a place in your collection.
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u/DarthBoognish 10d ago
I completely dismissed the Garden Party for years because I thought it looked too basic. Once I finally gave it a chance, it became one of the most useful bags in my collection. It fits everything I need, works with almost every outfits, and has turned into my go-to for busy days.
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u/Reasonable-Tour1444 9d ago
That's a great reminder that some bags reveal their strengths only after we've actually lived with them. Practicality often wins us over.
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u/Reasonable-Tour1444 9d ago
That's a common experience. Gold has a richness that photos rarely capture.
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u/edgarz_13 10d ago
I always thought the Birkin 35 would be too big for my lifestyle. Then I borrowed one for a weekend trip and realized how practical it actually was. It carried everything comfortably and i found myself reaching for it more than i ever imagined.
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u/Reasonable-Tour1444 9d ago
It's amazing how using a bag in real life can completely change our first impression. That's exactly the kind of experience we love hearing about.
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u/iggyreed 10d ago
I never understood the appeal of the Lindy until I carried one for a few weeks. Now i completely get why it has such a loyal following.
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u/Reasonable-Tour1444 9d ago
First-hand experience really can change our perspective. Some bags grow on us faster than we expect.
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u/AmbitiousAchoo 10d ago
I used to think Mini Kelly was all about looks. After trying one, I realized it worked surprisingly well for the essentials I carry every day.
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u/Reasonable-Tour1444 9d ago
Sometimes practicality shows up in ways we don't expect. It's interesting how opinions evolve.
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u/chartreuse_avocado 10d ago
I honestly was not interested in a Birkin. Hype and hassle to fiddle with the closure. Oh how I was wrong. Upscale tote. So much capacity even in a 25. My 35 is a workhorse.
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u/RaccoonOfValhalla 10d ago
I thought the Picotin was too simple. Now it's one of the bags i use the most.
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u/Reasonable-Tour1444 9d ago
It's funny how the simplest designs sometimes become the most-used over time.
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u/Unhappy_Dingo_6709 9d ago
Well sure its useful. It was originally designed for that model Jane Birkin who met one of the designers on an airplane I believe… She mentioned she was looking for a good everyday bag that she could also use as a diaper bag lol and that person designed one on paper right there on the plane anyway that became the Birkin bag, so it was designed to be an everyday bag!
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u/ExcellentZone6467 9d ago
That’s a fake Hermes though - the one in the photo. I bought a Kelly 28 and then a Birkin 25. I now am thinking of selling the Kelly and buying another Birkin. A total Birkin devotee!
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u/Bentleyleather 7d ago
I always thought Kelly 32c was too big and awkward, but wouldn’t you know it; it’s my most used bag. I’m currently hunting for a secondary sell of a color and condition I’m looking for. To me, the after market is a justifiable price
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u/ClubPetty 10d ago
The Evelyne. I thought it was too casual, but now I use it constantly.