Review: HERMÈS Béarn Wallet - rose Jaipur

Place Purchased: Hermes, Fashion Valley Mall, San Diego CA.

Price: $2650.00

Well, since I purchased the Evelyne III 29, I couldn't go around with a mis-matched wallet, now could I?  Not only that, I didn't want a black one, because it would get lost inside of my bag.  So, the SA showed me this beautiful rose color, and it was love.  It has 5 card slots and a few other long slots for paper.  The slot behind the coin section is spacious, it could easily hold a book of checks.  

This wallet is butter soft, just like the bag I purchased.  Just smelling Hermes is a rush!  Oh my goodness, it's as good (some might say better) than new car smell!  The leather smell lingered for days, and I still get a nice whiff every now and then.  It fits perfect inside my Evelyne and no embarrassment about my wallet not matching my bag (ok, this might be a figment of my imagination that anyone even notices).  

Pros:  Lots of space.  Coin section, several long sections for paper, and 5 slots.  Convenient outer closure with a nice "H" on it.   Butter soft and flexible.

Cons:  Too large for smaller bags.  I also could not afford one in every color.  Definitely a con.  

Final Result:  LOVE IT!  This wallet is my 3rd Hermes purchase.  This brand is a keeper, and I will be back for more!

Review: HERMÈS Evelyne III 29 - Black

Place Purchased:  Hermes, Fashion Valley Mall, San Diego CA.

Price: $3375.00

My first indulgence into uber luxury, and certainly not my last!  Once you go orange, how can you ever go back?  I did not know what to expect when I stepped into Hermes.  I had only ever seen this brand online, and had no experience with the product in person.  I thought the Evelyne looked a bit rigid, but I was very wrong.  It feels like a glove, is incredibly soft and supple, I could hardly believe it.  The sales associate says the leather is "organic, and molds to your body." I loved the cross body style, and have since used it every day.  It's so versatile, and I don't have to worry about trim, and babying it like I do some of my other bags.  I am beyond pleased with this purchase, and will be back to visit the Hermes store again!

Pros:  Adjustable cross body strap, outside pocket, back snap, holds a ton for such a small size.  The one I bought is the smallest, it also comes in 33.  They come out with new colors 2 times a year, I could see myself with a whole collection of just this style!

Cons:  I could't buy them all!  Yes, it's pricey, but it's Hermes.  It's not a dressy bag, so it's not something you'd wear for a fancy night out on the town.  

Final Result:  LOVE IT!!  As I said, this is my first Hermes purchase, but definitely not my last.  I've put this brand on my radar, and will be adding more to my collection as time goes on.