✨ The Bolide — The First Handbag with a Zipper
The Bolide is one of Hermès' most historic and quietly important designs. Created in 1923, it holds the distinction of being the first handbag to feature a zipper closure — a revolutionary detail at the time, inspired by the fasteners used on the house's automobile trunks and travel cases. The Bolide was designed as a practical, lightweight travel bag, and its clean, dome-shaped silhouette has remained largely unchanged for over a century. It is the kind of bag that doesn't need to shout to be recognized; its history speaks for itself.
💎 Rose Azalee Epsom Leather + Palladium Hardware
This Bolide 27 is crafted in Epsom leather — a stamped calfskin known for its fine, cross-hatched grain, rigid structure, and remarkable resistance to scratches and water. The Rose Azalee colorway is a vivid, saturated pink that sits somewhere between magenta and fuchsia, shifting in tone under different lighting. The palladium hardware — a cool, silver-toned metal — provides a crisp contrast to the warm pink, appearing on the zipper, the handle rings, and the protective base studs. The combination is bold yet refined, a colorway that feels both playful and elevated.
👜 The 27cm Size — The Everyday Bolide
At approximately 27 × 20 × 10 cm, the Bolide 27 is the most wearable size in the family. It holds a phone, cardholder, keys, a small pouch, and even a compact umbrella or notebook, yet remains structured and compact enough to carry comfortably all day. The double rolled leather top handles sit neatly in the hand or the crook of the arm, and the detachable shoulder strap converts it to a hands-free shoulder or crossbody bag when needed. The five protective metal feet at the base keep the leather off hard surfaces, preserving the bag's shape and condition over time.
🔒 The Zip-Top Closure — Form and Function
The Bolide's signature zip-top closure runs across the top of the bag, securing everything inside with a smooth, satisfying glide. The zipper pull is finished in palladium hardware and features a leather tab for easy grip. The interior is lined in matching tonal leather, with a single main compartment and an interior patch pocket for cards or small items. The layout is simple, functional, and designed to keep your essentials secure without overcomplicating things.
📋 Product Information
📏 Size: Approx. 27 × 20 × 10 cm
🎨 Color: Rose Azalee (Pink)
🎨 Hardware: Palladium
🎁 Included: As shown
🛡️ Insurance & Receiving Requirements
All packages are fully insured during transit. Signature is required upon delivery. 📦
💎 Price:$5,199