File under “first-world problems”. This travel belt from Hermès concertinas, zig-zag, like a folding ruler and ends up short enough to fit into a carry-on bag. It is made of metal and leather and costs €580, or $725. I hate it.
Are you ready for the rant? First, a well made leather belt is probably the least likely item of clothing to malfunction on any length of trip. But second, a belt – by its very nature – is a flexible strip that will bend, twist and roll into any shape, adopting the form of any nook or cranny in your suitcase. The Hermès belt turns into an inflexible block of hide and metal, demanding its own space in your luggage and managing to fail utterly in its purpose.
It doesn’t end there. Take a look at the design, and imagine pulling it through the belt-loops in your pants. The joints are set the wrong way, so every one of them will catch on each and every belt-loop. And remember, these riveted-together offcuts are priced at $750. Classy work as ever, Hermès. I still haven’t forgiven you for buying Leica and turning it into a fashion brand all those years ago.
Hermès Folding Travel Belt [Selectism via Oh Gizmo! Not available on Hermès web-store]
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