Hermès offers an extensive and unique range of colours for their products; some of the colour names are unique to Hermès, so to help you understand which colour to expect, here is a brief guide to the most popular - and some of the rarer and more unique Hermès colours. Additionally, we have listed all Hermés colours that we have produced with their respective colour codes.
It is important to note that due to the unpredictable and unstable nature in which different leathers take to the dye, there can be subtle differences and minor variations in how the colours apply to each batch of leather. This guide is meant to be used as a general guideline for colour depictions.
Note on Colour Variations
Hermès colors can appear slightly different depending on the leather type (e.g., Togo, Clemence, Swift, Epsom) and lighting conditions. Some colors are permanent and part of the classic collection, while others are seasonal or limited edition, meaning they are only available for a short time or for bespoke orders.
How Many Hermès Colours Exist?
Hermès is known for its extensive and ever-evolving colour palette, making it one of the most diverse and vibrant in the luxury fashion world. While it's challenging to pinpoint an exact number due to seasonal releases, discontinued shades and bespoke creations, here’s an approximate breakdown:
1. Permanent Colours
Hermès maintains a selection of classic, permanent colors that are consistently available in their collections. These include timeless neutrals like Noir (Black), Gold, Etoupe, and signature shades like Orange H and Rouge H. The permanent palette typically includes around 30 to 50 colors.
2. Seasonal Colours
Each season, Hermès introduces new limited-edition shades that are produced for a short time. These colors refresh the palette and reflect current trends or inspiration. Hermès usually introduces 8-12 seasonal colours per year across various product categories (bags, small leather goods, scarves, etc.). Over the years, this has resulted in hundreds of seasonal colors, many of which are no longer in production.
3. Discontinued Colours
Hermès has released hundreds of colours since its inception, many of which have been discontinued. These colors, like Vert Olive, Blue Jean, or Rose Tyrien, are highly collectible and often command high prices on the resale market.
4. Bespoke Colours
For Hermès’ Himalayan, So Black, or special-order (Horseshoe Stamp) bags, the brand has created custom, rare, or one-of-a-kind colours. These include unique shades or combinations not available in the standard collection. While these bespoke colors are difficult to quantify, they add further variety to Hermès' color offerings.
Estimated Total
Taking into account classic, seasonal, bespoke and discontinued shades, Hermès has likely produced over 200-300 unique colours throughout its history. This number continues to grow with each new collection and special release, making Hermès one of the most diverse brands in terms of colour offerings.
Hermès Complete Colour Chart with Codes
Hermès boasts an extensive and exquisite palette of colors that changes seasonally, with unique hues spanning neutrals, pastels, vibrant shades, and deep tones. Each colour is associated with a Hermès colour code or reference, used internally to identify the shade. Below is a detailed color chart of some of the most iconic and sought-after Hermès colours, including both classic and seasonal shades.
Neutral Colors
These timeless shades are staples in the Hermès lineup.
Bright and Vibrant Colors
These bold hues add a pop of color to Hermès' collections.
Pastel Colors
Soft, delicate shades ideal for a more understated look.
Dark and Earthy Tones
Rich, deep colors that exude sophistication.
Seasonal and Rare Colors
These limited-edition colors are highly coveted by collectors.
Metallic Colors
Hermès occasionally releases stunning metallic shades.
Limited Editions
These special-release colors are unique and often part of bespoke or collector’s pieces.
Notes About Hermès Colors
- Codes: Hermès color codes are used internally by the brand, and not all codes are publicly available. Some are confirmed through collectors and Hermès artisans.
- Seasonal Variations: Many colors are introduced seasonally and discontinued, meaning they may not always be available.
- Seasonal Colors: Hermès introduces 8-12 new colors per year, many of which are discontinued after the season ends.
- Bespoke Colors: Hermès also creates custom colors for special orders (e.g., Horseshoe Stamp bags) or limited-edition pieces, which are not included in this chart.
- Leathers and Finishes: Colors can appear differently depending on the leather type (e.g., Togo, Epsom, Swift) and the hardware (gold, palladium, or brushed metals).
Hermès Color Chart: Colours, Codes and Years
Classic Colors (Permanent Collection)
These colors are timeless and have been part of Hermès' core palette for decades.
Bright and Vibrant Colors
These bold shades are designed to make a statement and are often seasonal.
Pastel Colors
Soft, delicate shades that are perfect for a subtle and elegant look.
Dark and Earthy Tones
Rich, deep colors that exude sophistication and are perfect for fall and winter.
Seasonal and Rare Colors
These limited-edition colors are highly sought after by collectors.
Metallic Colors
Hermès occasionally releases metallic shades that exude luxury and glamour.
Hermès Reds
Rouge Hermès – deep wine red with blue and pink undertones
Rouge Vif – bright cherry or lipstick red with raspberry pink undertones
Vermillion – bright red, similar to a tomato color with orange undertones
Brique – brick red
Braise – rouge red
Rouge Garance – bright red with raspberry pink undertones
Rouge Moyen – deep candy apple red with blue undertones, darker than Rouge Vif or Rouge Garance, but slightly lighter than Rouge Hermès
Rouge Jaipur – very bright red
Rouge Tomate – tomato red color
Rouge Casaque – slightly darker than Rouge Tomate
Rouge Piment – deep red with subtle pink undertones
Bougainvillea – very bright red with strong pink undertones
Hermès Blues
Blue Jean – sky blue, can be bright or pale depending on leather
Indigo – dark navy blue
Ink – blue-black indigo
Thalassa – Mediterranean Sea Blue, deeper than Blue Jean
Blue Roi – bright royal blue. Appears as a denim blue look in exotic leathers
Turquoise – bright blue-green
Brighton Blue – light blue with white undertones
Navy – a very dark French Navy color
Blue Saphir – a bright ‘electric’ blue
Aqua – a sea blue used in Chevre leather
Petrol – a royal blue shade with white undertones
Midnight Blue – a deep and rich blue shade
Cobalt Blue – a calm royal blue
Blue France – same shade of blue that is found on the French flag
Hermès Greens
Vert Anis – bright green, similar to an apple color
Vert Cru – the brightest green in the Hermès collection
Vert Amande – a medium shade of green, similar to grass color
Vert Jasmin – very watery pale green with yellow undertones
Vert Olive – dark and rich in color, same shade as olives
Vert Fonce – forest green
Vert Pale – a light green, bordering on grey
Kiwi – a light, kiwi shade of green
Vert Pelouse – a dark, ‘moss’ green color
Cactus – a light green, similar in shade to the spikes on a cactus
Bambou – deep green like a bamboo plant
Pistache – a pistachio shade of green
Vert Bronze – ‘worn’ green with bronze undertones
Vert Chartruese – green with yellow undertones
Apple Green – light and playful green
Hermès Orangess
Classic Orange – bright tangerine, a classic Hermès color
Potiron – slightly bright orange with brown undertones. Appears darker on Chevre leather and brighter on Togo leather
Tangerine – a lovely light shade of orange, slightly lighter than Classic Orange
Orange Poppy – a deep orange with pink undertones
Juane d’or – a very light shade of orange
Hermès Pinks and Purples
Raisin – bright dark purple, lighter than violet
Violet – bright purple, darker than raisin
Violine – similar to Violet, slighter lighter
Myosotis – similar to lilac in color
Cassis – very deep purple
Lilac – light shade of purple, white undertones
Iris – very deep purple with dark blue undertones
Prune – dark and warm purple, similar to the color of prunes
Cyclamen – mixture of pink and lavender
Fuchsia – bright, rich pink
Rose Shocking – bright pink
Rose Lipstick – light pink with white undertones
Framboise – a medium shade of pink with red undertones
Rose Tea – very light pink, just off-white
Rose Tyrien – very bright pink, brighter than Rose Shocking
Hermès Yellows and Beiges
Jaune – bright and sunny yellow
Saffron – dark yellow with brown undertones
Beige/Rose – beige with a hint of pink
Hermès Browns
Marron Fonce – bordering on a wine red color
Chocolate – rich and warm in tone, similar color to chocolate
Kraft – warm and rich shade of brown
Etrusque – terracotta brick color
Meil – very dark brown
Etoupe – medium to light chocolate shade of brown
Moka – very dark brown with slight hint of purple undertones
Ebene – deep and dark brown with white undertones
Cafe – dark brown, bordering on black
Caramel – wonderful light caramel color
Natural Sable – slightly darker than Natural
Cognac – light and subtle brown
Moka – deep brown, almost grey in color
Natural – coffee brown color
Cocoan – a chocolate brown, almost maroon in tone
Tabac – light brown color, similar to cigar leaves
Cigare – medium brown with slightly white undertones
Toundra – off-grey shade of brown, very light
Hermès Blacks and Greys
Noir – classic black colour
Noir Nacre – similar to Noir with white undertones
Graphite – dark grey with blue tones
Vert Gris – grey with green undertones
Paris Grey – almost silver shade of grey
Etoupe Grey – grey with brown undertones
Gris Pale – very light shade of grey
Etain – almost light brown shade of grey
Other Hermès Colours
Gold – classic gold colour
Silver – shiny shade of silver
Bronze – similar bronze shade to Olympic medals
