Hermes bags worth tens of thousands of dollars are made from which animal skin?

North American crocodile leather

Hermes bags made from North American crocodile leather come in both glossy and matte versions. Some of Hermes's typical products made from this material include Blue Saint Cyr Matte Alligator Birkin 25 cm ($88,000), Orange Poppy Shiny Alligator Mini Constance 18 cm ($37,400), Ficelle Shiny Alligator Kelly Pochette ($32,750).

Niloticus and Porosus crocodile skin

Hermes bags made from Niloticus and Porosus crocodile skin also come in both shiny and matte versions. Niloticus leather bags have a slightly larger pattern than Porosus and are usually marked with a colon symbol next to the logo. Meanwhile, Porosus crocodile skin is marked with a caret symbol "^". Some typical bags made from these two materials include Fuchsia Shiny Porosus Crocodile Birkin 30 cm ($74,000 - VND 1.6 billion), Pelouse Green Crocodile Lindy 30 cm ($50,000 - VND 1.1 billion), Niloticus Himalayan Crocodile Birkin 30 cm ($120,000 - VND 2.7 billion).

Ostrich leather

This leather has a characteristic small hole, its color becomes darker when in contact with the skin of the hand but brighter when exposed to natural light. This leather is durable and water-resistant. If properly cared for, it can last for many years. Some typical models include Tangerine Ostrich Birkin 30 cm (40,000 USD - 899 million VND), Beige Ostrich Birkin 30 cm (37,000 USD - 831 million VND) or Indigo Blue Ostrich Birkin 30 cm (41,000 USD - 921 million VND).

Lizard skin

Bags made from lizard skin often have a "-" or "=" sign next to the logo. However, this is not an easy material to use. If not carefully kept in the right temperature, the leather can easily dry out and deteriorate. Some notable products include the Black Lizard Medor Clutch (13,995 USD or 314 million VND), Vintage Black Lizard Kelly 20 cm (22,500 USD - 505 million VND)

Regular calfskin

This is one of Hermes' oldest bag materials. This type of leather is soft, has a certain shine and maintains its shape firmly. However, calfskin is easily damaged when exposed to water, so be careful when carrying it outside in the rain. In addition, this type of leather will also become unsightly if there are large scratches. If your bag has an "accident" of scratches, take it to a Hermes service store to handle the damaged areas. Some famous Hermes calfskin bag models include Raisin Box Kelly 32 cm (10,500 USD - 236 million VND), Black Box Calf Kelly 32 cm (4,850 USD - 109 million VND) or Navy Blue Box Hermes Constance 23 cm (9,000 USD - 202 million VND).

Clemence Calfskin

This is a soft calfskin with raised veins. Thanks to these veins, the bag will not show scratches or scuffs if bumped. This is a light material, so when carrying too many things, the bag can be deformed, difficult to keep its shape like harder leathers. Some typical Hermes Clemence bag models are Hermès Blue Paradise Clemence Birkin or Orange Poppy Clemence Birkin 30 cm (21,500 USD - 483 million VND), Capucine Clemence Etribelt (4,600 USD - 103 million VND).

Togo calfskin

Togo, also known as grained calfskin, is one of the most popular leathers used in Hermès bags. Its grain is more beautiful than Clemence. It is less prone to scratches and can be recycled almost like new if needed. Togo leather is heavier than Celemence and has the characteristic of not deforming much when carrying heavy objects. Some typical bags are Blue de Galice Togo Birkin 35cm (18,350 USD or 412 million VND), Rouge Pivoine Togo Birkin 40cm (20,500 USD or 460 million VND).

Suede

This material is made directly from raw calfskin and is covered with an extra layer of velvet on the outside. Some typical bag models are Grizzly Suede Thalassa blue Birkin 35 cm (18,000 USD - 404 million VND), Fauve Veau Doblis Suede Grizzly (24,500 USD - 550 million VND)

Fjord cowhide

This is a durable leather, similar to Clemence or Togo. It is highly scratch-resistant and water-resistant. Fjord is generally heavier than other leathers, has very clear vertical lines and a smooth surface. This type of leather is most commonly used for travel bags. Some typical models include Bois de Rose Fjord Leather Birkin 35 cm (20,500 USD - 460 million VND), Gris Perle Fjord Leather Birkin 35 cm (24,250 USD - 545 million VND).

Buff

This material is special in the center of the grain, the raised veins are always the place to absorb the darkest color. Buffalo leather is soft and water-resistant. Notable products include Hermes Birkin Rouge Vif Buffalo 35cm (8,000 USD or 180 million VND).

Peau Porc Pigskin

Hermès bags made from pig leather are very light and usually have a caramel color that gradually turns green over time. This bag used to be one of Hermès’ classic models but was discontinued due to some controversy that arose about the use of pig leather in the product. Typical products are Hermès Peau Porc Leather Kelly 32 cm ($6,300 or 141 million VND)

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