This Is WHY These Brands Are *Expensive* - HERMES, CARTIER, DELVAUX... 

One point I would make is Hermes, Cartier, Burberry etc. were made for the wealthy not the general public. Their target market was never the middle classes or below. Also, historically watches and clocks were a sign of wealth.

I find it interesting the Kelly was at one point named 'sac de voyage', and designed for traveling. It was not featured in the main handbag section of Hermes catalogs, instead with umbrellas and walking sticks etc. It makes sense when you think about the design and how it is not that easy to get in and out of. On the flip side, it is actually really good these days with how many thieves are about 😅 I have a 24 year old kelly in Courchevel leather and it is a wonderful bag.

I've actually got to ride with an Hermes jump saddle. It was owned by a friend of mine, and had belonged to her grandfather. It was comfortable to ride in, and also for the horse. It was stamped with Hermes and the logo under the saddle flap. It was made in the early 1900s, and had been very well cared for in its lifetime. Looked good on the horse as well. (Jan Griffiths).

Don't be desperate & accept any colour Constance that Hermes decides to bestow upon you. You deserve to get the EXACT colour & size of yr choice. At those extortionist prices, please do not settle. It should be their honour to have you carry their bag.

I made this comment on another one of your videos, (which I enjoy). The reason a Chanel, Hermes, etc. cost what they do goes way beyond the actual value and quality of the bags. The excessive markup has to pay for the enormous overhead that pays for creating the “image” and hype, not to mention salaries. Creating the “prestige” is expensive. Why so many respond to this hype is a matter for sociologists and psychiatrists to define. But there are many bags of equal or better quality than these so called “luxury” brands that don’t charge these excessive prices. But those who get their self worth from spending and exhibiting this ability to spend will keep on doing it and pay for the prestige not the actual bag.

I love Launer, their bags are so elegant and classy, the craftsmanship seems impeccable, love the interior of the bags and the attention to details given on them, but point of interest I also love the story behind every single name they gave their bags. Traviata from the "La Traviata" of Giuseppe Verdi which is a true classic and happens to be one of my favorite operas of all time, Viola - from 12th night of Shakespeare, etc. All their names carry a story. I did not know this brand in the past, I only discovered it recently and I am in love.

What an awesome topic, love that you shared the history on these brands! Thank you for sharing

Cartier invented the wrist watch when they were asked by a pilot who needed the time but didn’t have two hands to use his pocket watch. Then they started selling them to men. Then in time women. Revolutionary starting an industry.

Wow thank you Sophie for this cool fashion lesson ❤

Luxury is Europe’s joke on the world - Financial Times

This video was so interesting! I really enjoy learning about the history of these iconic brands. Would love to see more of this type of video. Thanks Sophie!

I don’t like the Birkin bag but love the Kelly. I frankly rather my Tory Burch Lee Radziwell instead because of the price point (less than a $1,000) and no game required. But to me the loveliest bag is the Launer.

Keep 'em coming Sophie! xxx Love the history lessons, please do more of them, I'm sure hardly any of your viewers know any of this (I certainly didn't).

Great video, Sophie!!! I've definitely been eyeing the Launer Judi bag since you first bought your Traviata. It's so beautiful!!!

I personally feel that the interest of really wealthy people shifted from the big brands to unknown brands. Will follow that lead ;) Totally over Hermès and friends. It's not fashionable any more wearing items from ... let's say, questionable - sources. We overcame that already. Masses will follow.

Thanks for sharing the history of the brands my lady. Good luck on H journey. 😘😘😘Sandy

Thank you for another informative, well-thought out video Sophie.

I am not wealthy in any means but I do think designer is great if you buy specific things. I have to remind myself from time to time there is a difference in why to lust after them. It can be worth it if your able to buy something of exquisite materials, design, and quality. I often buy second hand, it’s cheaper and kinder to our home. Not because it has a logo on it.

Hi Sophie, your videos are always insightful and informative 😊❤

Hello Sophie , thanks for your videos they both informative and fun to watch , speaking of Delvaux … they have a line called lingot , that gives the same vibes of Constance Hermès bag and personally I think it is neater and more understated , thought of letting you know in case you overlooked it or the Constance bag didn’t land in your collection Have a lovely day

The color and fit of your jacket is stunning sophie

Great video as usual Sophie. What’s the next brand you want to try?

Really interesting video. Thanks Sophie :)

I would love to know the margin on these bags. I would bet that Chanel has the biggest margins in the market. 💰

I love that Grace Kelly, made the Kelly popular!

Love this video and the sparkles on you❤

I really enjoyed this video. I find the history behind some of these brands very interesting. I would love it if you do a Chanel video on this topic.

Thanks for sharing the history of these brands. Have a great day.

Started with my hermes side-saddle then progressed to riding boots then a Constance bag. Lol

Great video Sophie. Just wondering what your thoughts are on the Cartier love ring? There are no bags that are catching my eye at the moment and considering investing in a piece of jewellery instead 😊

I’m surprised you haven’t covered the Gucci bamboo handled bags in more depth , what do you think of them?

Cartier watches hasn't a good second hand value, it is always easy to find pretty cheap older Cartier models. I also find the tank model to be a bit to unisex for my taste.

Very nice video. Enjoyed the history .

Thank you for the video!

Hi! Where can I find your jacket? Btw, I love my Delvaux bags and they are fantastic!

Hi lovely. Just hope you’re having a glorious summer 🤍🤍🌷🌷

Status symbols - thankfully I learnt about this in high school. I can't erase my magpie nature, however I'm not going on that hamster wheel which is luxury goods.

Buy preloved Hermes bag.

A question about idyl. Do they produce lab grown rubies?

TYSM, keep it up!

you look so pretty in pink! xx

I love my real diamonds and my Chanel bags.

yes, please do share your thoughts on chanel and how you see them regarding quality especially and innovation if any. :)

Recently bought a grade A Kelly dupe to travel with and it’s indistinguishable from my real Kelly. I paid $500 for the dupe and $21,000 for the real one, and they look and feel EXACTLY the same. it has confirmed my belief that no piece of leather is worth more than $500 dollars

I hate the game of Hermes so much, except for show off, I will never buy it , but if I win a huge lottery 😮

Love your jacket ❤

Buy your bag preloved.

Yes please make the video on Chanel!

By the way, Sophie, you look great in that jacket. The color suits you beautifully. Thanks you for this video.

Nice

Hi Sophie, sorry 2 hours late, after me being super early on Sunday. Might just have been a little bit distracted......we are getting a new puppy, Jenna and Henry will be collecting her next weekend. So I was watching pics and videos of her. Adorable!!! I'm a Cartier fan, can't say I like the popular Kellys and Birkins....I esp dislike that they seem to be always carried open,if they are such wonderful bags why can no one close them properly, it really bugs me. Hugs xx

I know of 23 nations who deal in diamonds, deepening on where they are from it can be problematic.

Ha ha