There is just something about smooth leathers that evoke a sense of class and luxury.
These are some smooth Kellys in a nut shell.
Black box vintage Kelly Sellier ( notice the single loop and straight edge)
Fauve Tadelakt Kelly Ghilles
Gold Swift Kelly Retourne
These leathers have the ability to bring out colors otherwise lost on their texture counter parts.
Notice the Kelly with embellishments in the centre. She is a Kelly Ghilles. A premium Kelly finished usually in prem brass or bushed palladium.
Re- Introduced in 2012, Inspired by the Scottish Ghillie shoe and designed for Hermès by French Designer Pierre Hardy, this Kelly incorporates the typical design elements of the Ghillie shoe, such as the perforated leather trim. Details are also found on the bell of the clochette and a micro Carmen at the other end.
These added details bring a certain finesse to the Kelly. With Hermes collectors divided on their views, the Ghilles is has fans as well as haters. Available in Swift, tadelakt , Togo , croc with swift , ostrich ( my fav. Choice In a ghilles)
There are limited edition pieces like the grand marriage that incorporates: croc,ostrich and lizard.
The Ghilles is usually found in Kelly 32 & 35 as well as Birkin 30 & 35
