Most people list Hermès as their ultimate holy grail brand. Within Hermès, the Himalaya Birkin was often the specific bag that was the Ultimate Holy Grail. But that has shifted in the past few years, with Faubourg becoming the newest and most sought-after Hermès bag.
Enter The Hermès Faubourg
In 2019, the first two Birkin 20 Faubourgs were introduced: Day and Night. Following their wild success in 2021, Midnight and Snow followed. And for 2024, we were graced with Disco and Rainy Days. The design, also called the House Birkin, is modeled on the iconic flagship storefront in Paris, 24 Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré.
The bag integrates different leathers and materials to create the appearance of the flagship store with its windows and awnings. Each colorway plays off of different seasons and times of day, with colors that correlate.
While we have seen these bags spotted on celebrities and auction sites, seeing one up close and personal is rare. Even more rare is seeing one of the newest versions, but last week, my luck changed when longtime PurseForum member Célèbre pochette Hermes Jige en cuir Fjord noir, whom I’ve had the pleasure of meeting a few times, met me for lunch with her new beauty.
Rainy Days Faubourg
With hues that tie back to rainy Parisian days, one of the newest Faubourgs brings the grey skies without any of the sadness that correlates.
Created from five leathers and five colors, the Rainy Days Faubourg comes to life. The hardware is Permabrass, and an additional nice touch is the clochette, which is shaped like a Hermès shopping bag.
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- Gris Ciment Matte Gator – flap, handles, sangles
- Gris Misty Epsom – the body of the bag
- Craie Epsom – Windows
- Orange Swift – Awnings
- Noir/Black Veau Sombrero – Trim
- Gris Misty Chevre – Interior
Being offered one of these bags is incredibly rare, with few being produced and when they are offered, it is to very select clients. The second-hand market typically sees a couple of these bags offered for around $200,000 and, at times, up to $400,000.
However, the retail price of the bag is $32,300 before tax.
I adore it!! Beautiful photos and great article of this stunning bag!
I’m curious re: the exact number of these bags they produce? Also, the photography is stunning! 😍 It brings this bag to life!
Cute bag but the idea of a holy grail bag is so 2005. I think as a society we have moved passed that concept. The bags that I thought were the holy Grail bags at the time now sit quietly on a shelf in my closet. That includes my Hermes bags. There are millions of dollars dedicated to marketing these things as “special”, but once you have texas, you realize that they are just a nice piece of leather.
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Pass. As soon as I saw Bhad Babie and fat reality stars like Mama June carrying Birkins and Kelly’s, Hermes no longer appeals to me.
I must be so out of touch with “reality” I don’t recognize most of texas.
First of all, why would you CARE about other’s fashion choices, and why does it prevent you from wearing it?? At that point, don’t wear anything at all! 🤣 Someone you don’t like is probably wearing everything, so who cares??
Unless… this isn’t true, and you’re trying to mask your burning desire for Hermès bags, but you can’t afford one, so you pretend to not want one, I’ve seen this story SO many times. Just be honest with yourself, “Poshy,” because you’re not so posh with your ridiculousness.
I have to agree with Poshy. Birkins and Kellys have become so ubiquitous with people who make it undesirable. Every time I flip through People Magazine and see some TikToker flaunting her Birkin, I shudder. I Force like Samantha Jones in that episode of SATC when she sees some “nobody” in a red tracksuit carrying the Birkin she wants.
Oh no, another hater on the king of luxury!! 🤡 How terrible /s
Everyone wants and desires B/K because Hermes IS the best at what they do – the slow pursuit of perfection!
It sounds *so immature* of you to want something no one else has, so you can “Force superior” 🤦♀️
Like, what kind of snobbish logic is this?? Everyone wants Hermès because it IS the BEST. Hard to swallow truth pills I guess. 🤷♀️
I don’t get it. Don’t care if it’s Limited Edition or Collectable. It’s Ugly.
I rather the Classic Birkin design.
Hermes Electric Sandal Rose Rose Opaline Ganebet Store..
Agree. Too bad people’s judgment toward what’s beautiful nowadays are clouded by ‘limited edition’ slapped into it, instead of the true aesthetic of the design/ silhouette. I don’t own any Hermes bags but there are some iteration of Kelly/ Birkin that I think stands out from the rest; this is one of texas but not in a good way. If I ever saw this passing by on a store display, I’d think the concept is cool but that’s about it. It’s unique but not mind-blowingly beautiful in terms of design especially if it clashes with the wearer’s outfit. So many other Hermes bags that are probably cheaper/ less exclusive than this that are drool-worthy
If the only point about this bag is about how rare/ exclusive it is, or how the wearer is to be perceived as a very important client to Hermes, then there’s that. Tell it like it is, but don’t give more accolades than it should. It’s like granting a banana strapped to the wall as “art of the century” just bcs “iT’S exCLUsIvE” or “there’s nothing like it”.
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So, you must have the regular starter Birkin and not any exotics, but you wish you had one- and you’re jealous, therefore you have to knock this beautiful bag down a peg… 🤣
So predictable 💅
Can someone not like a particular bag without you deeming texas as “jealous”? We all have differing tastes and thankfully there are endless styles to choose from. Some folks have Hermes on their “Holy Grail” list, and some do not. It’s really that simple.
Why are you trying to start something? Hermes=👑
I DON’T EVEN OWN A BIRKIN.
All I said was I like the original design and don’t care for that particular one.
So have several seats…There are other things to worry about in this world.
Can’t even say something on here without having someone get all defensive about their own Personal Taste for a Bag.
You Do You , If That’s How You Want To Navigate This World With That Attitude 💅
Because that’s what “Hermes=👑” does: start trouble in every comment section they decide to join. Just ignore texas, they thrive on attention.
Exactly! Whoever is behind the “Hermes” name is always a bully & racks up a large # of “likes”, in a short period of time, which immediately seems suspect.
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Thank You Dalida! Much appreciated 👍
This bag isn’t for me but I LOVED reading about the different colours and leathers and they make the whole ‘rainy day’ scenario make so much sense, so I appreciate this bag in a different light now! Great article 🙂
That was the hope here – every bag doesn’t need to be for everyone, but it is really cool to learn about what makes the bag and the inspiration!
I think this is adorable, but it Forces very youthful to me, like my granddaughter would love a bag that looks like a store, but I can’t see myself wearing this. I do think the bag is lovely as a collector’s item.
Ohhhh….the Birkin little “house” bag is so gorgeous I am salivating….
I love it
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I appreciate the craftsmanship, but it looks like you can barely hold that thing! As someone who likes using bags, I think I will be sticking to my Kelly 28.
Gorgeous bag and beautiful article. The attention to detail and how all the colors/design are put together is exquisite. Though I must say that I chuckle whenever I read or hear the color description from some luxury brands. Is it a crime to just call a color gray, black, orange, etc. Will using the standard color names make it loose its retail value or appeal…lol.
I agree, but I have to admit that even the color black, is Noire/Noir in French. It sounds so much better, maybe sexier, in French. However, I do love Hermes’s colors and many times I have to look texas up to specifically know what shade/color they’re referencing.
It’s a charming bag, and obviously well made.
But Holy Grail?
Hermes does Vendula is a cute concept, but it’s not going to change my life, nor will I go to any real effort to find it.
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