Hermès is no stranger to being at the top of the luxury handbag game thanks to the Birkin and Kelly. But there’s another gem in their collection that needs to be talked about: the Roulis bag.
With its retro vibes and modern design, this bag is elegance redefined. Its clean lines and minimalist silhouette make it stand out.
Hermès Roulis History
The Hermès Roulis bag debuted in Spring/Summer 2011. A nod to Hermès’ heritage, the Roulis combines classic charm with modern practicality.
One of its most notable features is the signature clasp, which is inspired by the Chaîne d’Ancre—an anchor chain design Hermès first introduced in 1938 as a bracelet. The anchor symbol represents progress and innovation, which ties back to the vision of Hermès’ former CEO, Robert Dumas.
Then, in December 2020, Roulis got an update with the Roulis Eperon d’or. With a bold screen print on its leather body, this updated version quickly became a statement piece.
Roulis Bag Features
The Hermès Roulis is all about modern and elegant. The rectangular shape is sleek and streamlined, and the front flap is stylish and practical.
The most distinctive feature of the bag is the iconic buckle. This buckle resembles an ‘H’ and is a symbol of Hermès’ craftsmanship.
The Roulis also comes with a fully adjustable leather strap. The strap has an adjustable toggle so the bag can be worn crossbody, longer shoulder, shorter shoulder, or as a clutch.
Inside the bag, you will find 3 compartments (2 larger ones and 1 smaller one) and a large flat pocket for extra storage. No zippers or extra hardware inside to clutter the design. On the back of the bag, there’s another flat pocket.
Hermès Roulis vs Hermès Constance
At first glance, the Roulis looks like the famous Hermès Constance. Both are square bags with a front flap and metal closure.
The Constance is more well-known because of the bold metal “H” clasp. The Roulis is much more low-key. Perfect for those who want something a little more subtle and sophisticated.
For everyday use, the Roulis actually has a few practical advantages. The hardware doesn’t scratch as easily, so it stays smooth and shiny.
Opening the bag is easy. Just a quick pull, and you’re good to go! The strap is adjustable, and it has more compartments so you can keep everything neat and organized.
Roulis Material & Colors
The Hermès Roulis comes in a bunch of gorgeous leathers.
The most common is Evercolor leather, known for its smooth grain and subtle shine. This leather makes colors pop, so if you love bright colors, this is the way to go.
If you prefer neutral, you have options like Veau Butler, Swift, or Sombrero leathers. These are smooth but can show scratches a bit more easily.
Veau Butler usually comes in earthy tones like gold and natural sable. Sombrero is mostly in dark shades like noir and bordeaux, and Swift gives you the most options with many colors to choose from.
Hermès sometimes releases limited edition Roulis bags like the Roulis Eperon d’Or, which has striking screen prints in bold patterns and colors, like beige with blue and white or red with maroon and blue.
As for hardware, you have silver, gold, or permabrass options. Permabrass is a special alloy that combines the qualities of gold and silver, kind of like Chanel’s white gold.
Hermès Roulis Bag Sizes
The Hermès Roulis comes in three sizes: Medium 23, Mini 18 and Slim Wallet.
| Hermes Roulis Roulis 23 Mini Roulis 18 Roulis Slim Wallet |
Dimensions (cm) 23 x 21 x 7.5 cm 18 x 15 x 6 cm 13 x 10.6 x 2.8 cm |
Dimensions (inches) 9 x 8 x 3 in 7 x 6 x 2.3 in 5 x 4.2 x 1 in |
The Roulis 23 is the bigger of the two bag sizes, with plenty of space for everything you need throughout the day.
The Roulis 18 is more compact, perfect for those who like to travel light. Despite being smaller, it can fit all your essentials like your phone, wallet, and keys.
If you want something even more minimalist, the Roulis Slim Wallet has two interior credit card slots, a removable zipper coin purse, and a loop on the back so you can attach it to your belt.
Hermès Roulis Price
The Hermès Roulis is less expensive than the Birkin, Kelly, and Constance, but not exactly cheap. Not an entry-level Hermès bag.
In the secondary market, the Roulis is about half the price of the Constance.
For example, a store-fresh Mini Roulis is between $7,000 to $10,000, and a Mini Constance 18 is $17,000 to $20,000.
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