Three popular
Hermès leathers
Did you know that the impression and atmosphere of Hermès' beautiful and unique colors can be changed drastically depending on the underlying leather? To help you choose the color that best matches your lifestyle and sensibility, let us introduce you to the characteristics of the three most popular Hermes leathers!
Togo leather
Male calf leather known for its fair softness and grain size. Ever since its introduction in 1997, this leather has gained much popularity for its convenience. It is developed in a wide array of product from bags to accessories.
Recommended for
- I want to use it for both formal and casual occasions.
- I want to carry it around without any fuss.
- I want to enjoy the feeling of the leather getting used to it.
Pick up the color!
In addition to the standard colors, a variety of nuanced colors are available in Togo.
Basic color
Seasonal color
Clemence leather
One of the leathers originally called the Mu. Male cowhide known for its soft texture. It is developed in a wide array of product from bags to accessories.
Recommended for
- I prefer soft and fluffy texture
- I want to enjoy the soft touch that makes you want to touch it
- I want to create a gentle atmosphere
Pick up the color!
Many seasonal colors are also available in Clemence, mainly soft colors.
Basic color
Seasonal color
Epsom leather
Processed male calf leather known for its fine press. Ever since its first appearance in 2003 this leather has gained much popularity for its convenience. It is developed in a wide array of product from bags to accessories.
Recommended for
- I prefer the firm form.
- I want to have it elegantly around formal occasions.
- Light impression to love.
Pick up the color!
Epsom offers not only vivid colors, but also subdued colors that are easy to use for formal occasions.
Basic color
Seasonal color
Leather Comparison
We have compared each of the three materials we have introduced with the Birkin 30 Etoupe grey.
Please enjoy the charm of Hermes leather with different impressions even if they are the same model and color.
Leather Characteristics
- Togo
leather -
Natural Grained
SkinHardness
Grain Size
- Clemence
leather -
Natural Grained
SkinHardness
Grain Size
- Epsom
leather -
Grained
SkinHardness
Grain Size
About the grain of leather
Although at first glance, Togo leather and Clemence leather look similar, the grain of Clemence leather is often slightly larger and softer, while Togo leather has more depth, making it a little more distinct.
Streaks can also be seen as a characteristic of Togo, allowing you to fully enjoy the texture of the leather itself.
Epsom is evenly lined and finely stamped, and the grain of the leather is small and glossy.
About the thickness and coloration of leather
There is no significant difference in the thickness of the leather, but the thickness is felt in the order of Clemence, Togo, and Epsom.
As for the difference in coloration, although there are individual differences, the coloration of Etoupe grey is relatively darkest in Clemence, while Epsom has a brighter coloration.
In this special issue, we introduced three types of leather: "Togo", "Clemence", and "Epsom". We hope that it will be of some help to you in selecting Hermes items.
If you have any questions or concerns about the leather or color characteristics of our products, please feel free to contact our L'ecrin staff in Boutique Tokyo.
We also have a list of other exquisite materials that Hermes has carefully selected from all over the world. Please also enjoy the "Hermes Materials Catalog" presented by L'ecrin Boutique Tokyo.
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