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The Birkin, Kelly and Constance, collectively the BKC, need no introduction. They define Hermès’ unmistakable aesthetic and continue to set the standard for collectors and enthusiasts alike. However, the maison never rests on its laurels. Instead, it pushes forward, ushering in a new era of modernity and movement with the Faubourg Express.
Drawing from the understated elegance of the Plume and the archival Quirus, the design feels both familiar and fresh. The result is a bag with boldly horizontal proportions and elongated dual top handles. At the same time, its distinctive silhouette offers generous space without sacrificing restraint. Keeping your belongings safe are oversized metallic locks in either gold- or palladium-tone finishes.
Not entirely new, the Faubourg Express first debuted during fall-winter 2024. It was conceived as an extension of the 2024 theme, The Spirit of the Faubourg. In turn, the collection paid homage to Hermès’ legendary flagship at 24 Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré.
While other tributes, like the Faubourg Birkin, saw whimsical recreations of store windows, this rendition takes a different route. It channels the essence of the address into a feeling that is both nostalgic and simultaneously forward-looking. Designed for dynamic movement, it slips easily under the arm or rests comfortably on the shoulder.
Ready to purchase your first-class ticket on the Faubourg Express? Measuring 21 cm by 10 cm, the larger size in Noir Evergrain calfskin retails at SGD15,800 at Hermès Singapore boutiques.
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