{"id":17507,"date":"2025-05-22T09:25:12","date_gmt":"2025-05-22T09:25:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loveluxury.co.uk\/?p=17507"},"modified":"2026-01-23T08:22:43","modified_gmt":"2026-01-23T08:22:43","slug":"hermes-price-increase","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging-new.loveluxury.co.uk\/shop\/topics\/hermes-price-increase\/","title":{"rendered":"Herm\u00e8s Price Increase 2026: The Luxury Tax Just Got More Luxurious"},"content":{"rendered":"

Welcome to 2026, where your favourite Herm\u00e8s bag just got more expensive and somehow, you still want it more than ever.<\/p>\n

If you thought 2025 was rough on your wallet (two U.S. price increases in one year, remember?), buckle up. Herm\u00e8s has kicked off 2026 with price hikes that are making collectors worldwide simultaneously groan and refresh their wishlists.<\/p>\n

The orange boxes aren’t getting any cheaper, and neither is the game you have to play to get one.<\/p>\n

\"Herm\u00e8s<\/p>\n

Europe Just Got Hit First<\/h2>\n

Herm\u00e8s rolled out its\u00a0Herm\u00e8s price increase 2026\u00a0starting with Europe on 1 January.<\/p>\n

Herm\u00e8s confirmed European prices 2026\u00a0range from 1.5% to 10% depending on the bag<\/a>. The Mini Kelly 20 in Epsom jumped 7.4% to \u20ac8,000, a nice, round number that’s approximately \u20ac550 more than you were mentally budgeting last month. The Kelly 25 in Togo climbed 7.3% to \u20ac9,600.<\/p>\n

Herm\u00e8s appears to be harmonising pricing across leather types. The Kelly 25 in Togo, Swift, and Epsom Sellier? All now \u20ac9,600. Different percentage increases to get there (Togo up 7.3%, Epsom Sellier a more modest 2.7%), but they’ve landed at the same price point.<\/p>\n

Someone at Herm\u00e8s clearly decided simplification was the move. Or perhaps they just got tired of explaining why identical bags in different leathers had wildly different price tags.<\/p>\n

The Birkin 25 in Togo rose 7.3% to match that \u20ac9,600 Kelly price. But the larger sizes? They climbed even more. The Birkin 30 in Togo jumped 8.2% to \u20ac10,600. The Birkin 35 spiked 9.4% to \u20ac11,600.<\/p>\n

Perhaps Herm\u00e8s is betting on the renewed popularity of bigger bags. Or maybe they’re just charging what the market will bear, which, let’s be honest, is quite a lot.<\/p>\n

Non-quota bags weren’t spared either, though increases were generally more measured. The Halzan 25 in Clemence rose 3.4% to \u20ac4,550. The 24\/24 climbed 4% to \u20ac7,700. The Mini Lindy in Clemence saw one of the higher jumps at 7.8%, reaching \u20ac6,250.<\/p>\n

2026 Price Comparison: U.S. vs Europe<\/h3>\n

Here’s how the numbers stack up when you compare what you’ll pay on either side of the Atlantic:<\/p>\n

\n
\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/colgroup>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
\n

Bag Model<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Leather<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

U.S. Price (2026)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Europe Price (2026)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Europe Savings<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Mini Kelly 20<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Epsom<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

$11,400<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

\u20ac8,000 (~$8,650)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

~$2,750<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Kelly 25<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Togo<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

$12,600<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

\u20ac9,600 (~$10,400)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

~$2,200<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Birkin 25<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Togo<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

$13,500<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

\u20ac9,600 (~$10,400)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

~$3,100<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Birkin 30<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Togo<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

$14,400<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

\u20ac10,600 (~$11,500)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

~$2,900<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

The price gap is real. That Birkin 25 costs roughly $3,100 less in Europe, even before VAT refunds. Suddenly that flight to Paris doesn’t seem quite so extravagant.<\/p>\n

Folks in United States, We Come Bearing Bad News<\/h2>\n

The U.S. market has had quite the year already, and we’re barely into January.<\/p>\n

Remember May 2025?<\/p>\n

That’s when Herm\u00e8s implemented a tariff-driven price increase exclusively for U.S. customers. The Birkin 25 in Togo went from $12,100 to $12,700. People were still processing that when January 2026 arrived with round two.<\/p>\n

This time,\u00a0Herm\u00e8s new U.S. prices 2026\u00a0climbed between 3.8% and 10.3% across the board<\/a>. The Birkin 25 in Togo now sits at $13,500, that’s $4,100 more than it cost back in 2016. Over ten years, that’s 44% growth.<\/p>\n

For context, that handily beats inflation, gold, and your portfolio’s returns last quarter.<\/p>\n

The Birkin 30 in Togo reached $14,400 after climbing roughly 7.2%.\u00a0Kelly and Birkin price changes 2026\u00a0followed similar patterns, with the Mini Kelly 20 in Epsom rising 8.6% to $11,400.<\/p>\n

Non-quota bags took some of the biggest hits. The Kelly D\u00e9p\u00eaches jumped 11%. The Lindy increased 8%. Even the accessible entry points like the Picotin saw 6-7% increases.<\/p>\n

If you were hoping Herm\u00e8s would absorb costs somewhere, you’re out of luck. They didn’t. Beauty and fragrance stayed flat, but that’s about it.<\/p>\n

2026 Price Increases by Category<\/h3>\n

The increases weren’t uniform across all product categories. Here’s how different segments were affected:<\/p>\n

\n
\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/colgroup>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
\n

Category<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Average Increase<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Range<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Notable Examples<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Quota Bags (Birkin, Kelly)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

6-8.6%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

6-9.4%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Mini Kelly 20: +8.6% (U.S.)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Non-Quota Handbags<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

5-8%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

3.4-11%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Kelly D\u00e9p\u00eaches: +11% (U.S.)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Small Leather Goods<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

3-6%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

1.6-6.8%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Constance Wallet: +5.7%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Silk Accessories<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

4-11%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

2.4-11.4%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Carr\u00e9 70: +11.4%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Footwear<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

2-4%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

1.6-3.9%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Oran: +1.6%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Jewellery<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

3-12%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

3.1-12.5%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Farandole 160: +12.5%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Beauty & Fragrance<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

0%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Flat<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

All items unchanged<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Non-quota bags took surprisingly large hits. If you thought flying under the Birkin radar meant avoiding price pain, think again.<\/p>\n

Why This Keeps Happening<\/h2>\n

Herm\u00e8s will tell you it’s about rising costs. Labour, materials, workshop operations, all legitimate reasons for price adjustments.<\/p>\n

Crocodile skins aren’t getting cheaper. Artisans who can execute perfect saddle stitching for 18 hours straight don’t work for minimum wage. The real estate at 24 Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honor\u00e9 probably isn’t discounted.<\/p>\n

But let’s not pretend this is purely cost-driven.<\/p>\n

Herm\u00e8s has mastered something most luxury brands are still fumbling with: controlled scarcity paired with pricing power. They produce limited quantities, distribute them through a system that makes buying a house seem straightforward, and raise prices annually because they can.<\/p>\n

And the wild part is that it works. Demand hasn’t softened. If anything, the harder Herm\u00e8s makes it to acquire their bags and the more expensive they become, the more people want them.<\/p>\n

How\u2019d We Get Here?<\/h2>\n

To understand where we’re going, it helps to see where we’ve been. Herm\u00e8s price increases aren’t new, they’re annual tradition. But the pace has accelerated dramatically in recent years.<\/p>\n

Annual Price Increase Timeline (2019-2026)<\/h3>\n
\n
\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/colgroup>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
\n

Year<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

U.S. Average Increase<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Europe Average Increase<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Notable Events<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

2019<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

2-3%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

2-3%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Standard modest increases<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

2020<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

0-2%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

0-2%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Pandemic: Many prices held flat<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

2021<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

0-2%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

0-2%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Recovery phase: Minimal increases<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

2022<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

3-5%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

3-4%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Post-pandemic adjustment begins<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

2023<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

5-7%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

4-5%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Acceleration starts<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

2024<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

7-9%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

4-5%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

First January increase<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

2025 (Jan)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

6-7%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

4.3%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

January increase<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

2025 (May)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

4.4-5.9%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

–<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

U.S. tariff increase<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

2026 (Jan)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

3.8-10.3%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

1.5-10%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Current increases<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

The pattern is clear: increases that were 2-3% annually pre-pandemic have ballooned to 6-10% in recent years. The U.S. has been hit particularly hard, with two increases in 2025 alone.<\/p>\n

What This Means for Buyers<\/h2>\n

If you’re trying to buy from a boutique, budget higher than you think.<\/p>\n

That Birkin 25 you wanted just climbed about $1,000 higher than last year. The Kelly 28? Same story.<\/p>\n

And if you’re shopping the secondary market, there’s typically a lag before resale prices catch up to retail increases. That window, right after a retail price hike but before resale fully adjusts, is when smart buyers move. Though with resale prices already at 2-2.5 times boutique, it’s debatable how much deal is left to be had.<\/p>\n

For sellers? Your bags just appreciated. Congratulations! That Birkin you bought three years ago for $11,600 is now worth more at both retail and resale. If you were considering selling, this is your market.<\/p>\n

For anyone still on the fence about whether\u00a0Herm\u00e8s bags are investments<\/a>, they’ve consistently outperformed gold over the past decade.<\/p>\n

That sentence feels ridiculous to type, but here we are. Your handbag hedge fund is doing fine.<\/p>\n

Will It Ever Stop?<\/h2>\n

The short answer? No.<\/p>\n

Herm\u00e8s has been raising prices annually for years. The increases used to be modest, 2-3% was standard. But the past few years have seen that creep up to 6-10% depending on the bag and market.<\/p>\n

There’s no indication this trend will reverse. Demand remains strong. The brand’s positioning as the absolute peak of luxury leather goods is secure. They’re not scrambling for market share or competing on price.<\/p>\n

If anything, expect this to continue. Some analysts are already projecting that if Herm\u00e8s maintains increases closer to 10% annually, the Birkin 30 in Togo could approach $20,000 within five years.<\/p>\n

A $20,000 leather handbag. That sentence would’ve seemed insane a decade ago. Now it seems… plausible?<\/p>\n

This\u00a0luxury handbag pricing update\u00a0tells you pretty much everything you need to know about Herm\u00e8s prices going up in 2026. Again. Significantly in some cases. And people will keep buying because that’s how Herm\u00e8s works.<\/p>\n

The bags remain beautifully crafted. The leather is exceptional. The hardware is solid. The stitching is perfect.<\/p>\n

None of that changed.<\/p>\n

What changed is the number on the price tag. And the corresponding number in your bank account after you buy one.<\/p>\n

Now if you’ll excuse us, we need to go calculate how many Twillys we need to buy before our sales associate will acknowledge our existence. Or, if you\u2019d like to skip that nonsense altogether, you could head over to Love Luxury and get your hands on premium Herm\u00e8s handbags without the waitlists!<\/p>\n

Herm\u00e8s Price Increase 2025\u00a0Round Two: What\u2019s the Deal With That?<\/h2>\n

Herm\u00e8s just pulled another fast one, raising US prices for the second time in 2025.<\/p>\n

Yes, really. If the January hike wasn\u2019t enough to shake you, this May increase might do the trick. From handbags to jewelry and even shoes, it\u2019s open season on your wallets.<\/p>\n

The first jump hit in January with a hefty 12.7% average. Now, in early May, handbags, jewelry, and even shoes are seeing another 4.4%\u20135.9% bump.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s a breakdown of the latest Herm\u00e8s US handbag prices as of May 5, 2025:<\/p>\n

\n
\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/colgroup>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
\n

Style<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Leather<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

May 4 Price ($)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

May 5 Price ($)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

% Increase<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Mini Kelly 20<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Lizard<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

23,400<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

24,600<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

5.1%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Birkin 25<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Togo<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

12,100<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

12,700<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

5%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Mini Lindy<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Clemence<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

7,950<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

8,350<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

5%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Evelyne TPM<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Clemence<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

2,300<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

2,425<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

5.4%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Herbag Zip Cabine<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Canvas & Hunter<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

4,675<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

4,950<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

5.9%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Della Cavalleria Elan<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Epsom<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

7,650<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

8,050<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

5.2%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

The Kelly Pochette, Birkin 30, and Constance Elan have also seen new tags, but not all prices are public yet.<\/p>\n

Why the new price hike, you might ask?<\/p>\n

Two words: tariff pressure.<\/p>\n

Industry insiders suspect this round of increases is a response to rising import duties, as Herm\u00e8s tries to navigate evolving US trade policy. Mix in continued high demand, and you\u2019ve got the perfect excuse to up the luxury tax on dreams.<\/p>\n

If we do a little math, US prices jumped up an average of 12.7% in January. Now with another ~5% bump in May, that\u2019s roughly a 20% increase in the first five months of 2025.<\/p>\n

Does it get worse? Only time can tell.<\/p>\n

If you thought the Birkin was expensive in 2024, brace yourself, because in 2025, it\u2019s got a price that may make you shed a tear or two. Here\u2019s everything you need to know about the Herm\u00e8s<\/p>\n

The Tea on the Herm\u00e8s Price Increase 2025<\/h2>\n

Herm\u00e8s is known for its annual, first-quarter price adjustments and it\u2019s safe to say they didn\u2019t waste a second this year. By as early as the first day of the new year, shoppers in Europe noticed the price tags creeping higher. Just a few days later, the jolt was felt in the U.S. too.<\/p>\n

But, let\u2019s talk specifics because, well, we\u2019re detail-oriented like that. Here\u2019s a sneak peek at what\u2019s happening:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

Herm\u00e8s Price Increase 2025: U.S Edition<\/h2>\n

Ladies, here\u2019s how much you\u2019ll be paying stateside for some of Herm\u00e8s most iconic bags.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

\n
\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/colgroup>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
\n

Style<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Leather<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

2024 ($)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

2025 ($)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

% Increase<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Mini Kelly 20<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Epsom<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

$9,400<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

$10,000<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

6.4 %<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Kelly 25<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Togo Retourne<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

$11,300<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

$12,000<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

6.2 %<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Birkin 25<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Togo<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

$11,400<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

$12,100<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

6.1 %<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Birkin 30<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Togo<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

$12,500<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

$13,300<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

6.4 %<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Constance 18<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Epsom<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

$8,950<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

$9,700<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

8.4 %<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Now, while the 6 % price increase\u00a0may not\u00a0seem like a lot, we assure you it is, especially when you\u2019re dealing with 5-figure sums. That\u2019s a whole lot of lattes, babe.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

Herm\u00e8s Price Increase 2025: Europe Edition<\/h2>\n

Across the Atlantic, the price jumps are a little kinder (but not by much).<\/b><\/p>\n

\n
\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<\/colgroup>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
\n

Style<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Leather<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

2024 (\u20ac)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

2025 (\u20ac)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

% Increase<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Mini Kelly 20<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Epsom<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

\u20ac 7,150<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

\u20ac 7,450<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

4.2 %<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Kelly 25<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Togo Retourne<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

\u20ac 8,600<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

\u20ac 8,950<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

4 %<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Birkin 25<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Togo<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

\u20ac 8,600<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

\u20ac 8,950<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

4.1 %<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Birkin 30<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Togo<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

\u20ac 9,400<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

\u20ac 9,800<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

4.3%<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Birkin 35<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Togo<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

\u20ac10,200<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

\u20ac10,600<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

3.9 %<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

\n

Constance 18<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

Studded<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

\u20ac21,800<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

\u20ac22,200<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

\n

1.8 %<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Now, the 4 % price increase is definitely gentler on paper. With exchange rates and tax refunds in play, let\u2019s just say shopping in Europe looks more appealing for US buyers.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

For example, the price difference between a\u00a0Birkin 30\u00a0in Europe versus the US has widened \u2013 from \u20ac2019 in 2024 to \u20ac3000 in 2025. That\u2019s a savings worth hopping on a flight for (if you can snag a boutique appointment, of course).<\/b><\/p>\n

Why The Price Hike?<\/h2>\n

Is it inflation? Labour costs? Or rising prices of luxury materials? Whatever you think it is, let\u2019s be honest. We\u2019re talking about Herm\u00e8s here.\u00a0They\u2019re selling luxury bags, dreams of countless women across the globe, and they have to cash on that, right?\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

Another reason for annual price hikes is demand.\u00a0 With Herm\u00e8s bags harder to find than a good croissant outside of Paris, their prices are simply a reflection of their exclusivity. If women are willing to buy, Herm\u00e8s is willing to charge.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

The Real Question: What Next?<\/h2>\n

You sleep, eat and dream Herm\u00e8s, but can\u2019t really afford to dish out a wad of bucks. We got you. Here\u2019s what you can do instead:\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

Shop Smarter, Not Harder<\/h3>\n

Remember that flight we mentioned? Well, we weren\u2019t joking.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re in the U.S., now might be your chance to book that much-awaited European getaway. The relatively smaller price hikes and the favourable exchange rates all mean that snagging your Herm\u00e8s dream bag could save you a couple of thousands.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

Plus, let\u2019s be honest, \u201cI got it in Paris\u201d has a nice ring to it, doesn\u2019t it?<\/b><\/p>\n

Turn Your Purse Into an Investment<\/h3>\n

If you already own a purse, you\u2019re in luck since now\u2019s the perfect time to strategise. You can easily turn a rarely-used piece in your purse collection into cash or trade it in for another.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

Consider Smaller Wins<\/h3>\n

When we think of Herm\u00e8s, we usually think of the Kelly or the Birkin. But, let\u2019s not forget they\u2019re\u00a0so\u00a0many other iconic bags. Take\u00a0Picotin\u00a0or\u00a0Evelyne<\/a>\u00a0for example. They\u2019re just as luxurious, without the hefty price tag \u2014 of course.<\/p>\n

Herm\u00e9s Price Increase in 2024<\/h2>\n
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We’re tracking the latest Herm\u00e8s price changes for bags in the US and Europe. Here\u2019s everything you need to know about it.<\/p>\n

Herm\u00e8s Price Increase in the US 2024<\/h2>\n

Birkin and Kelly<\/a>\u00a0bag sales are restricted to just two bags per year per customer. This exclusivity is exactly why Hermes religiously increases its prices every year, especially in the US.<\/p>\n

Herm\u00e8s Price Increases on Quota Bags 2024<\/h3>\n

First, let’s explore the new Herm\u00e8s prices for their most sought-after bags:\u00a0the Birkin<\/a>, Kelly, and Constance.<\/p>\n

These iconic bags are often called “quota bags” due to their limited availability and the special systems boutiques use to manage sales. Let’s dive into how the 2024 price increases will affect these highly-coveted handbags.<\/p>\n

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Style<\/b><\/td>\nLeather<\/b><\/td>\n2023 Price<\/b><\/td>\n2024 Price<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Birkin 25 cm<\/td>\nTogo<\/td>\n$10.4K<\/td>\n$11.4K<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Birkin 25 cm<\/td>\nSellier Box<\/td>\n$15.4K<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Birkin 25 cm<\/td>\nTouch Croc<\/a><\/td>\n$22.5K<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Birkin 30 cm<\/td>\nTogo<\/td>\n$11.6K<\/td>\n$12.5K<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Constance 18 cm<\/td>\nMirror Epsom<\/td>\n$8.7K<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Constance 18 cm<\/td>\nEpsom<\/td>\n$8.9K<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Constance 18 cm<\/td>\nChevre<\/td>\n$10K<\/td>\n$10.4K<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Constance 24 cm<\/td>\nChevre Chamlika<\/td>\n$12.3K<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Constance 24 cm<\/td>\nBox<\/td>\n$13.7K<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mini Kelly 20<\/td>\nEpsom<\/td>\n$8.7K<\/td>\n$9.4K<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mini Kelly 20<\/td>\nChevre<\/td>\n$9.4K<\/td>\n$10.1K<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mini Kelly 20<\/td>\nOstrich<\/td>\n$16.4K<\/td>\n$17.8K<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mini Kelly 20<\/td>\nClout\u00e9 Studded<\/td>\n$23.4K<\/td>\n$25.9K<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mini Kelly 20<\/td>\nAlligator (Shiny)<\/td>\n$36.7K<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mini Kelly 20<\/td>\nQuelle Idole Picto Doll<\/td>\n$15.9K<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mini Kelly 20<\/td>\nTeddy (Suede Grizzly)<\/td>\n$17.3K<\/td>\n$19.1K<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mini Kelly 20<\/td>\nLizard<\/td>\n$18K<\/td>\n$21.1K<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mini Kelly 20<\/td>\nTouch Veau Madame\/Gator<\/td>\n$13.5K<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mini Kelly 20<\/td>\nAlligator (Matte)<\/td>\n$31.5K<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Kelly D\u00e9p\u00eaches 25 cm<\/td>\nTogo<\/td>\n$8.4K<\/td>\n$9K<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Kelly 25 cm Sellier<\/td>\nEpsom<\/td>\n$11.3K<\/td>\n$11.8K<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Kelly 25 cm Retourne<\/td>\nTogo<\/td>\n$10.9K<\/td>\n$11.3K<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Kelly 28 cm Sellier<\/td>\nEpsom<\/td>\n$11.8K<\/td>\n$12.5K<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Kelly 28 cm Retourne<\/td>\nTogo<\/td>\n$11.3K<\/td>\n$12K<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Kelly 32 cm Retourne<\/td>\nTogo<\/td>\n$12K<\/td>\n$12.6K<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Kelly 32 cm<\/td>\nEpsom<\/td>\n$13.3K<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Kelly 35 cm<\/td>\nTogo<\/td>\n$13.4K<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Kelly 35 cm<\/td>\nEpsom<\/td>\n$14.1K<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Kelly Pochette<\/td>\nSwift<\/td>\n$6.4K<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Kelly Pochette<\/td>\nLizard<\/td>\n$14.5K<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Kelly Danse<\/td>\nSwift<\/td>\n$8.7K<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Kelly Danse<\/td>\nLizard<\/td>\n$17.5K<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Kelly Danse<\/td>\nOmbr\u00e9 Lizard<\/td>\n$19.8K<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Herm\u00e8s Price Increases on Other Handbags 2024<\/h3>\n

The 2024 Herm\u00e8s price increase has also impacted beloved classics like the Lindy, Picotin, and Evelyne \u2013 see our detailed breakdown below for the latest numbers.<\/p>\n

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Style<\/b><\/td>\nLeather<\/b><\/td>\n2023 Price<\/b><\/td>\n2024 Price<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Lindy Mini<\/td>\nClemence<\/td>\n$6,650<\/td>\n$7,300<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Lindy Mini<\/td>\nOstrich<\/td>\n$14,100<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Lindy 26<\/td>\nClemence<\/td>\n$8,150<\/td>\n$8,700<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Picotin Micro<\/td>\nSwift<\/td>\n$3,325<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Picotin 18 cm<\/td>\nMonochrome<\/td>\n$3,525<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Picotin 18 cm<\/td>\nLucky Daisy<\/td>\n$3,775<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Picotin 18 cm<\/td>\nClemence<\/td>\n$3,025<\/td>\n$3,300<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Picotin 18 cm<\/td>\nEclat<\/td>\n$3,325<\/td>\n$3,525<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Picotin 18 cm<\/td>\nPocket<\/td>\n$3,775<\/td>\n$4,125<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Picotin 22 cm<\/td>\nClemence<\/td>\n$3,325<\/td>\n$3,575<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
In-The-Loop 18 cm<\/td>\nClemence<\/td>\n$4,500<\/td>\n$4,850<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
In-The-Loop 23 cm<\/td>\nClemence<\/td>\n$5,200<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Geta<\/td>\nChevre<\/td>\n$5,950<\/td>\n$6,450<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Evelyne 16 Amazone<\/td>\nClemence<\/td>\n$2,050<\/td>\n$2,200<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Evelyne 16 Amazone<\/td>\nFelt\/Swift<\/td>\n$1,775<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Evelyne III 29<\/td>\nClemence<\/td>\n$3,650<\/td>\n$3,850<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Evelyne III 29<\/td>\nMaxi Quadrille Strap<\/td>\n$3,900<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Evelyne III 29<\/td>\nFelt\/Swift<\/td>\n$3,329<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Bolide on Wheels<\/td>\n$15,900<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Bolide 1923 Mini<\/td>\nChevre<\/td>\n$5,800<\/td>\n$6,300<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Bolide 1923 25<\/td>\nEpsom<\/td>\n$6,850<\/td>\n$7,450<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Della Cavalleria Mini<\/td>\nEpsom<\/td>\n$6,050<\/td>\n$6,550<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Roulis Mini<\/td>\nEvergrain<\/td>\n$8,000<\/td>\n$8,700<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Garden Party 30<\/td>\nNegonda Calfskin<\/td>\n$3,775<\/td>\n$4,125<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Garden Party 49<\/td>\nVoyage Canvas<\/td>\n$4,400<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Herbag Zip 31<\/td>\nCanvas<\/td>\n$2,825<\/td>\n$3,050<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Herbag Zip 31<\/td>\n“Circuit 24”<\/td>\n$3,575<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Herbag Zip 31<\/td>\nCabine Criss Viking Canvas<\/td>\n$3,775<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Herbag Zip 31<\/td>\nVerso Officier Canvas<\/td>\n$2,825<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Herbag Zip Cabine<\/td>\n$4,900<\/td>\n$5,400<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Jypsiere Mini<\/td>\nSwift<\/td>\n$7,150<\/td>\n$8,100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Verrou Chaine Mini<\/td>\nLaque Chevre<\/td>\n$8,800<\/td>\n$10,300<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Verrou 21<\/td>\nEpsom Canvas Strap<\/td>\n$9,300<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Cadenas Clutch<\/td>\nTadelakt<\/td>\n$6,500<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Kelly Ado Backpack<\/td>\nClemence<\/td>\n$9,150<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Space Malice<\/td>\n$22,700.00<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
24\/24 Mini<\/td>\nEvercolor\/Swift<\/td>\n$8,800<\/td>\n$9,550<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Herm\u00e8s Price Increase in Europe 2024<\/h2>\n

Since Hermes bags tend to be more affordable in Europe than in the US, many Birkin fanatics tend to buy from European retailers for better deals. Here\u2019s how the prices have increased in that region.<\/p>\n

Herm\u00e8s Price Increases on Quota Bags 2024<\/h3>\n

Here\u2019s a complete breakdown of the Hermes price increase on quota bags.<\/p>\n

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Style<\/b><\/td>\nLeather<\/b><\/td>\n2023 Price<\/b><\/td>\n2024 Price<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mini Kelly 20 cm<\/td>\nEpsom<\/td>\n\u20ac6700<\/td>\n\u20ac7150<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mini Kelly 20 cm<\/td>\nChevre<\/td>\n\u20ac7500<\/td>\n\u20ac7700<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mini Kelly 20 cm<\/td>\nEn Desordre<\/td>\n\u20ac10500<\/td>\n\u20ac11400<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mini Kelly 20 cm<\/td>\nOstrich<\/td>\n\u20ac11800<\/td>\n\u20ac13500<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mini Kelly 20 cm<\/td>\nPicnic<\/td>\n\u20ac12200<\/td>\n\u20ac13500<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mini Kelly 20 cm<\/td>\nLizard<\/td>\n\u20ac16000<\/td>\n\u20ac16200<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mini Kelly 20 cm<\/td>\nStudded<\/td>\n\u20ac18000<\/td>\n\u20ac19600<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mini Kelly 20 cm<\/td>\nAlligator (Matte)<\/td>\n\u20ac26200<\/td>\n\u20ac27900<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Kelly 25 cm<\/a>\u00a0Retourne<\/td>\nTogo<\/td>\n\u20ac8050<\/td>\n\u20ac9100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Kelly 25 cm<\/td>\nSwift<\/td>\n\u20ac8400<\/td>\n\u20ac9000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Kelly 25 cm Sellier<\/td>\nEpsom<\/td>\n\u20ac8650<\/td>\n\u20ac9500<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Kelly 25 cm Sellier<\/td>\nChevre<\/td>\n\u20ac9250<\/td>\n\u20ac9600<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Kelly 28 cm Retourne<\/td>\nTogo<\/td>\n\u20ac8650<\/td>\n\u20ac9600<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Kelly 28 cm Sellier<\/td>\nEpsom<\/td>\n\u20ac9100<\/td>\n\u20ac10,300<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Kelly 32 cm Retourne<\/td>\nTogo<\/td>\n\u20ac9200<\/td>\n\u20ac10,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Kelly 32 cm Sellier<\/td>\nEpsom<\/td>\n\u20ac9850<\/td>\n\u20ac10,700<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Kelly Quelle Idolle<\/td>\nPicto<\/td>\n\u20ac12300<\/td>\n\u20ac13400<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Kelly Elan<\/td>\nCrocodile (Shiny)<\/td>\n\u20ac36600<\/td>\n\u20ac39900<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Kelly Pochette<\/td>\nSwift<\/td>\n\u20ac4900<\/td>\n\u20ac5200<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Kelly Danse<\/td>\nLizard (Ombre)<\/td>\n\u20ac15200<\/td>\n\u20ac16200<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Kelly To Go<\/td>\nEpsom<\/td>\n\u20ac4600<\/td>\n\u20ac4900<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Birkin 25 cm<\/td>\nTogo<\/td>\n\u20ac8050<\/td>\n\u20ac8600<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Birkin 25 cm Sellier<\/td>\nEpsom<\/td>\n\u20ac8650<\/td>\n\u20ac9000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Birkin 25 cm<\/td>\nLizard<\/td>\n\u20ac15100<\/td>\n\u20ac16700<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Birkin 25 cm<\/td>\nOstrich<\/td>\n\u20ac15650<\/td>\n\u20ac16700<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Birkin 25 cm<\/td>\nAlligator (Matter)<\/td>\n\u20ac39000<\/td>\n\u20ac42100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Birkin 30 cm<\/td>\nEpsom<\/td>\n\u20ac8750<\/td>\n\u20ac9250<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Birkin 30 cm<\/td>\nTogo<\/td>\n\u20ac8900<\/td>\n\u20ac9400<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Birkin 30 cm<\/td>\nBarenia Faubourg<\/td>\n\u20ac9800<\/td>\n\u20ac10400<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Birkin 35 cm<\/td>\nTogo<\/td>\n\u20ac9850<\/td>\n\u20ac10200<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Herm\u00e8s Price Increases on Other Handbags 2024<\/h3>\n

Here\u2019s a complete breakdown of the Hermes price increase on other handbags, including the Lindy, Evelyne, Constance, Picotine, and more.<\/p>\n

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Style<\/b><\/td>\nLeather<\/b><\/td>\n2023 Price<\/b><\/td>\n2024 Price<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Constance 18 cm<\/td>\nEpsom<\/td>\n\u20ac6700<\/td>\n\u20ac6950<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Constance 18 cm<\/td>\nChevre<\/td>\n\u20ac7700<\/td>\n\u20ac8000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Constance 18 cm<\/td>\nSwift with Mirror<\/td>\n\u20ac7250<\/td>\n\u20ac7550<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Constance 18 cm<\/td>\nStudded<\/td>\n\u20ac20000<\/td>\n\u20ac21800<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Constance 18 cm<\/td>\nAlligator (Matte with Mirror)<\/td>\n\u20ac26200<\/td>\n\u20ac27000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Constance To Go<\/a><\/td>\nEpsom<\/td>\n\u20ac4600<\/td>\n\u20ac4900<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Lindy Mini<\/td>\nClemence<\/td>\n\u20ac5100<\/td>\n\u20ac5500<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Lindy 26 cm<\/td>\nClemence<\/td>\n\u20ac6250<\/td>\n\u20ac6500<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Evelyne III 16 cm<\/td>\nClemence<\/td>\n\u20ac1570<\/td>\n\u20ac1660<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Evelyne III 29 cm<\/td>\nClemence<\/td>\n\u20ac2800<\/td>\n\u20ac2900<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Bolide 1923 25 cm<\/td>\nEpsom<\/td>\n\u20ac5300<\/td>\n\u20ac5600<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Jypsiere Mini<\/td>\nSwift<\/td>\n\u20ac5500<\/td>\n\u20ac6000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Picotin Micro<\/td>\nOstrich<\/td>\n\u20ac6450<\/td>\n\u20ac7350<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Picotin 18 cm<\/td>\nClemence<\/td>\n\u20ac2380<\/td>\n\u20ac2490<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Picotin 22 cm<\/td>\nClemence<\/td>\n\u20ac2550<\/td>\n\u20ac2700<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Garden Party 30<\/td>\nNegonda<\/td>\n\u20ac2900<\/td>\n\u20ac3100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Garden Party 36<\/td>\nNegonda<\/td>\n\u20ac2800<\/td>\n\u20ac3250<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Herbag Zip 31 cm<\/td>\nQuadrille\/Hunter<\/td>\n\u20ac2170<\/td>\n\u20ac2600<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Della Cavalleria Mini 18 cm<\/td>\nEpsom<\/td>\n\u20ac4650<\/td>\n\u20ac4950<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
24\/24 Mini<\/td>\nEvercolor\/Swift<\/td>\n\u20ac6750<\/td>\n\u20ac7200<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Sac A Dos Off Piste<\/td>\nEpsom<\/td>\n\u20ac6100<\/td>\n\u20ac6850<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Cabas H 40<\/td>\nCanvas\/Swift<\/td>\n\u20ac2750<\/td>\n\u20ac2950<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

How the Herm\u00e8s Price Increase Had Impact the Secondary Market<\/h2>\n

The Hermes price increase has had a major impact on the secondary market, specifically the Birkin and\u00a0Kelly models<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Continued Demand for Investment Pieces<\/h3>\n

Herm\u00e8s bags, especially the Birkin and Kelly, are considered investment pieces that hold their value well in the secondary market. The strong demand and limited supply will most likely lead to even more growth in the pre-owned market for these iconic styles.<\/p>\n

Shift Toward Lower-Priced Luxury Goods<\/h3>\n

With the price increases, some consumers may prioritise spending their money on \u201caffordable\u201d luxury goods. For example, instead of buying a pre-owned $5,000 Chanel handbag, they may opt for a $2,500 Wallet on Chain. This “lipstick effect<\/a>” is seen in the luxury resale industry each time there is economic uncertainty.<\/p>\n

Tipping Point for Consumer Pushback<\/h3>\n

It\u2019s also possible that Herm\u00e8s and other\u00a0luxury handbag brands<\/a>\u00a0will reach a tipping point where consumers start pushing back on the price increases. If this happens, it could lead to a drop in demand in both the retail and resale markets. Of course, the ultra-wealthy will still continue to demand the most rare and exclusive Herm\u00e8s handbags.<\/p>\n

Herm\u00e8s Dominates the High-End Market<\/h3>\n

Despite the price increases, Herm\u00e8s still dominates the high-end luxury handbag market. Chanel’s prices have reached levels close to Herm\u00e8s in recent years, but its bags still fetch less on the secondary market. Even Louis Vuitton still struggles to sell significant amounts of\u00a0handbags priced above $4,000<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Why Did Herm\u00e8s Increase Their Prices?<\/h2>\n

According to the brand\u2019s official statement, Herm\u00e8s increased its prices in response to global inflation. The price surge was a strategic move by Herm\u00e8s to address the rising costs of raw materials and labor. Plus, we all know that the global market is also experiencing major inflation.<\/p>\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n

The Herm\u00e8s price increase has added a new dimension to the resale market. With the right knowledge, you can find quality pre-owned pieces at competitive prices. If you, too, want to get your hands on a more affordable Herm\u00e8s item, you should have a look at some\u00a0pre-loved stuff.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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