Using genuine Hermès leather (Certified)

What is the most important aspect of a bag?

 

For me, it’s the leather.

 

After all, a bag is simply leather that has been cut and sewn together.

That’s why luxury brands like Hermès and Chanel go to extreme lengths to source the best leather from the world’s finest tanneries.

 

Thierry Studio Uses the Same Leather as Hermès

Authentic Purchase Certification

 

📍 Birkin 25 Togo Beton

2023 B Stamp (Official Store Purchase)

Resale Price: $25,000 USD

 

Authentic Beton vs. Thierry Studio Gris Perle

(Since Beton is out of stock, we’re comparing it with Gris Perle.)

 

Look at the leather. It’s identical.

 

Weinheimer Odessa Calf (Hermès Togo Leather)

TR(Top Rate) Grade Certified.

 

Here’s a photo of an authentic Birkin placed directly on our leather.

(Weinheimer togo Beton)

 

The color, texture, and feel are exactly the same.

 

Next, let’s compare a Lindy

📍 Lindy 26 Clemence Gold GHW

2023 B Stamp (Official Online Store Purchase)

Price: $11,500 USD

 

The left side (with the tag) is the authentic Lindy.

 

 

"We use the same leather as Hermès."

 

This is what truly sets Thierry Studio apart from other manufacturers.

It’s the most important factor.

So make sure to read until the end!

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Does Hermès really use the best leather in the world?

 

Just a quick search will tell you that

Hermès sources only the finest leather globally.

Here are some of the tanneries that

supply leather for Hermès bags:

Box, Negonda Leather → Du Puy

 

Ostrich Leather → Klein Karoo (KK)

 

Clemence → Remy Carriat

Togo → Weinheimer

Swift → Pomari

Epsom → Haas

 

If you’ve been researching Hermès replicas,

 

you’ve probably seen countless sellers claiming:

"We use the exact same leather as Hermès!"

 

This includes Chinese factories and every seller all around the world.

Why? Because they need to sell.

They all say their products are made with genuine leather

But is that really true?

Of course not.

In 99% of cases,

they’re just saying whatever it takes to make a sale.

Anyone can say they use real leather.

Don’t just take their word for it.

If they really uses authentic leather,

they should be able to prove it.

 

 

Thierry Studio Leather Certification Proof

Clemence – Remy Carriat (Certified)

 

Togo – Weinheimer Odessa Calf (TR Grade Certified)

 

Epsom – Haas (Certified)

 

Ostrich – KK (Certified)

 

Barenia – Haas (Certified)

 

Swift – Pomari (Certified)

 

If a seller truly uses genuine leather,

they should be able to take a photo of the leather alongside their

business name card, phone, or a memo for verification.

Even this is just the bare minimum of proof.

 

To be 100% certain, they should also provide photos of the leather stored

in their workshop and the production process in action.

We can show you all of that.

Not just pictures of leather

but verifiable proof with business credentials.

 

Here’s our stock of Epsom leather from Haas.

 

You don’t have to buy from us.

But if any other seller claims to use authentic Hermès leather, ask them for proof.

They won’t be able to provide it.

Because 99.9% of sellers are simply reselling

factory-made bags they bought elsewhere.

Many factories won’t even allow photos to be taken.

At the very least,

ask for a photo of the leather with their

logo, website, or Instagram handle.

I want to emphasize it again

Thierry Studio is a verified manufacturer that

exclusively uses genuine Hermès leather and we can prove it.

 

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What happens if a bag is made with non-genuine leather?

Some Chinese leathers have improved over the years.

At first glance, they might look and feel

similar to authentic leather even upon touch.

But let’s compare different types of bags

made with Chinese leather:

 

1. Semi-Handcrafted – Retail Price: $450-$600

 

2. Semi-Handcrafted (Higher Grade) – Retail Price: $600-$900

 

3. Fully Handcrafted – Retail Price: $1,100-$2,200

Looking at these, can you tell the difference?

Probably not.

Most people can’t distinguish leather quality

unless they’ve handled authentic Hermès bags extensively.

Since it's hard to distinguish leather quality,

That’s why when people buy a $1,000 replica, they often think:

"Wow, this looks exactly the same! It’s perfect!"

 

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At first glance, everything seems fine.

But the moment they see an authentic Hermès bag in person,

they freeze.

 

"Wait… so this is what the authentic feels like?"
"Why does mine feel so stiff (or too soft)?"
"Why is the texture completely different?"
"Why does my bag lose its shape so easily?"

 

That’s when reality hits and they want to run away from their purchase.

The problem with Chinese leather

A bag made with authentic leather will age gracefully, molding into a perfect shape and soften naturally over time.

 

But Chinese leather? Issues start to appear over time.

 

Becomes too stiff or too soft

Loses its shape completely

leather peels easily

lose its shape or discolors unnaturally

 

Luxury brands invest heavily in top-tier leather for a reason.

Chinese leather and authentic Hermès leather are

worlds apart in both price and quality.

 

Even fake leather certifications exist

Just because a leather has a Weinheimer, Haas, or Remy Carriat label,

it doesn’t mean it’s always geunine.

 

Counterfeit leather exists.

 

I learned this lesson the hard way when I first started.

 

Selecting genuine leather requires a trained eye.

To develop this skill, I put in years of effort.

 

Visited leather markets daily,

got scammed by fake leather sellers and learned from experience.

I knew I had to be able to distinguish genuine leather with absolute certainty,

so I started attending the Hong Kong Leather Fair every year to refine my expertise.

 

Here’s my 2024 visit to the Leather Fair.

 

At these fairs, the world’s top tanneries showcase their leather,

allowing us to examine and hand-select each hide.

With years of experience,

I can now easily identify real vs. fake leather.

 

Thierry Studio only uses genuine Hermès leather.

So there’s no need to worry.

 

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There's one more thing

just as important as using authentic leather.

That is

selecting the highest-quality leather even among genuine leathers.

Even within genuine leather, quality varies.

Let me show you why personally inspecting and

selecting leather is so important.

 

For example, look at these

two Clemence leathers from Remy Carriat

 

If you look closely, the leather on the right has larger grains,

while the one on the left has smaller grains.

This kind of variation in grain size can be

significantly different from the standard leather quality.

 

If the grain size is uneven or appears clustered in small fragments, or

if there are minor imperfections like scratches, it affects the overall quality.

 

Just like human skin, some have smooth, flawless skin,

while others may have scars. Leather is the same.

 

Every single leather is different.

Even if they are all TR-grade or top-tier,

each piece has its own unique characteristics and 

imperfect leather can never create a perfect bag.

When selecting leather, I first scan through all the hides,

carefully identifying the best ones.

Once we’ve chosen the leather, I lay it out and examine it closely,

deciding which specific sections should be used for crafting.

 

In the photo above,

 

the right side is from the cow’s head and neck area,

while the left side is from the hindquarters.

 

The hindquarter leather has a more consistent grain,

which is why I prefer using it for production.

 

In fact, the hindquarter leather is considered

the highest quality in the industry.

Thierry Studio's Birkin 25 Togo

 

The grain is incredibly even and beautifully uniformed, isn’t it?

 

Perfection comes first, not cost-cutting

 

One leather hide usually yields only 1 or 2 bags.

If we maximize output, we could technically make 4 bags per hide.

But that would ruin the bag’s structure and quality.

 

That’s why at Thierry Studio, we prioritize perfection over quantity.

 

My philosophy and pride lie in creating the perfect bag, 

even if it means using an entire leather hide for just one bag and discarding the rest.

We’re crafting bags that represent one of the world’s most prestigious luxury brands.

They deserve to be made perfectly.

 

Hermès bags can last 10, 20 years, or even longer.

And let’s be honest 10 or 20 years from now,

Hermès will still be the most prestigious luxury brand in the world.

Think of this as a bag you'll use for at least 10 years

so choose the best quality from the start

It’s really unfortunate to see some people

hesitate at our prices, wondering if there's

some place as good as Thierry Studio, but cheaper.

 

They go searching elsewhere, only to get scammed by another store,

and eventually come back to us regretting their mistake.

 

There is no such thing as "cheap and good."

 

This is a bag that costs around $22,000 to begin with.

Louis Vuitton and Chanel?

Anyone can carry them these days.

But Hermès, especially Birkin and Kelly aren’t bags just anyone can own.

If you’re thinking, "As long as I carry it, people will assume it’s auth"

then make sure you’re buying from an experienced,

reputable atelier like ours at the right price for the right quality.

 

Please, don’t get fooled by cheap imitations and end up regretting it.

Thank you for taking the time to read this. 

I truly hope my sincerity about our products has reached you.