How to tell an original Hermes from a fake
Hermes is the pinnacle of global luxury. Unlike most fashion houses, Hermès does not use mass production: each Birkin or Kelly bag is created by a single artisan from start to finish. This makes the brand a prime target for fake creators who even copy the smell of leather. However, the philosophy of the house is based on details that are technically impossible to reproduce on a machine. To understand how to spot a fake, you need to look at the accessory not as a product, but as an object of high jewelry.
In this article, we will look at unique brand ciphers that will help you solve a problem such as finding out if Hermes is real.
Master's signature
One of the brand's most reliable features is the marking system known as Blind Stamp. This is not just a serial number, but an encrypted mark that is placed manually by the master.
The stamp contains a letter in a geometric shape: circle, square or unframed, which indicates the year of manufacture, as well as a set of numbers and symbols identifying the specific artisan. Whereas previously the stamp was always located on the back of the clasp, in recent years Hermes has begun to hide it inside the bag - in the corner of the left or right panel.
In original products, the stamp is applied with gentle pressure to the skin. If the letters appear too deep, uneven, or, conversely, barely noticeable due to the fact that they are printed and not extruded, this is a fake - this is the key way to determine the authenticity of Hermes.
Jewelry technique: original vs fake
Hermès treats metal with the same care as leather. There is a specific protection method that is almost never found in replicas due to its complexity.
Pearling – Notice the metal legs on the bottom of the bag or the rivets on the hardware. In the original, the ends of the rivets are processed manually using pearl polishing. They should be perfectly round, smooth and resemble small pearls. Counterfeit rivets are usually flat or have sharp edges because they are simply pressed in rather than polished by hand.
The engraving texture - the brand name on the fittings is applied by laser or etching with microscopic precision. The letters should be thin but deep. If the engraving looks dirty or the letters run together, this is a sign that this is a replica.
How does a copy of a Hermes bag differ from the original?
Zipper Stopper: At the end of each zipper inside the Hermes bag there is a metal stopper in the shape of an "H". This part must be made of the same metal as the rest of the fittings and be monolithic. On counterfeits, this stopper often looks like a cheap overlay. Heat Stamp Foil: “Hermes Paris Made in France” is hot stamped. The color of the foil is silver or gold and must strictly match the color of the fittings. The trick is that the Hermes font is an exclusive development. The letters should not be bold - they are thin, elegant and fit perfectly into the recess of the skin.
Unlike many modern brands, Hermes still does not use QR codes for verification, relying on the uniqueness of the hand stitch saddle stitch, where the thread always runs at a slight angle and resembles a Christmas tree.
How to distinguish original Hermes perfume from a fake?
Hermes perfume is also an object for counterfeiting. To understand where in the world of fragrances is fake, look at the bottle.
In original bottles, for example, Terre d'Hermès or Twilly, the tube is made of high-tech plastic, the refractive index of which matches the perfume composition. When the bottle is full, the tube becomes almost invisible. If you see a thick, white or gray tube, it is pale.
Hermès bottle caps often have a magnetic closure or are made of heavy bakelite or metal. The carriage logo on the lid must be perfectly centered and in clear relief.
Your confidence in authenticity with Domino
Purchasing a Hermes product is not just a purchase, it is joining a closed club of connoisseurs of excellence. We understand that the risk of finding a fake product on the secondary market or from unverified sellers is extremely high. Therefore, choosing a reliable partner is the key to your peace of mind.
In the Domino online store we offer only original Hermes bags. We value our established reputation and want our customers to always be confident in the identity of our products.
Each brand accessory in our catalog undergoes a multi-level test by experts who know all the secrets of Milan and Parisian workshops.
If you have any doubts or want to see for yourself how to identify a fake, our specialists will give you a master class in determining the signs of the originality of a product in the smallest detail: from the structure of the leather to the specifics of the accessories. We are open and honest because authenticity is the foundation of our boutique.
Don't waste time on lines that will never give you the feeling of true luxury. Choose a true story that only grows in value over the years. Go to the Domino catalog, choose your iconic Hermes handbags and become part of a true work of art today!
