Hermes is one of my favorite brands, though due to the limitations of my wallet, I typically have to worship from a safe distance. I received these two orange boxes as a gift and I love them – they have a beautiful hand poured, lacquered finished and are the exact same shade of Hermes orange. I placed one of my own Hermes boxes on the bottom to complete the trio.
The boxes are velvet lined on the inside. Now the question is: do I need a third one to go on the very bottom, or should I keep the little real Hermes box I have on the bottom stack below? My decorating skills are close to nil.
Also a side note: did you know that during World War II, a shortage of materials forced Hermes to use the only paperboard available – which was orange? Prior to that, boxes were cream and mustard colored.
44 Comments
vanda
September 20, 2011 at 12:07 pmLoved the Hermes information! Didn't know!!I love the way the boxes are in the first picture(the 3 together).So nice!!!
Chocolate, Cookies & Candies
September 20, 2011 at 12:19 pmI had no idea! Goes to show that you can fashion anything from cheaper materials if you have a fantastic idea and product.
Chocolate, Cookies & Candies
September 20, 2011 at 12:19 pmI had no idea! Goes to show that you can fashion anything from cheaper materials if you have a fantastic idea and product.
Make Mommy Chic
September 20, 2011 at 12:26 pmHI Katherine, not only is your blog extremely fashionable, but educational as well. I did not know that tidbit about Hermes- I'll use it next time I'm at a dinner party 🙂 It's amazing how something as simple as boxes could really make a statement. The colors are beautiful (and orange is perfect for fall). I have a problem with throwing out my designer goody boxes so I use them as decoration in my closet. That's about as creative as I get 🙂 Thanks for the post!
Samantha
September 20, 2011 at 1:53 pmThose lacquered boxes are so pretty – and so similar to the Hermes box!
I think it would look great if you got the third matching box (or just stick with the two)! I feel like the size of the Hermes box is perfect, but the texture (not as shiny) and the outline (only on top versus on all edges) make it a little less consistent. HOWEVER, I probably would have thought they all matched at a quick glance!
I don't know if that helps!
xo, sam
The Blonde @ Stylish3
September 20, 2011 at 1:53 pmLoved hearing the origin of the orange! I like having the real Hermes box stacked underneath.
India
September 20, 2011 at 1:59 pmwoow so beautiful!
Jaztee
September 20, 2011 at 1:59 pmThe boxes are such a great gift! I love that the real Hermes is on the bottom, I never throw away my boxes, so this seems like a perfect use for yours. 🙂
Jane Alisa
September 20, 2011 at 2:04 pmLove this! Like you said very Hermes xoxo
Elaine A (TOBeautyReviews)
September 20, 2011 at 2:08 pmWow so cool! I don't even pretened to know anything much about high end designers, love that you are educating me! And how cool that they boxes are themselves works of art!
breakingrumours
September 20, 2011 at 2:12 pmBeing a perfectionist, I think a 3rd similar 1 would look better 🙂 but thats just me.
Cindy
September 20, 2011 at 2:16 pmHmm the matching box for the bottom would probably look more…well matching haha. But then the Hermes-factor of the Hermes box just adds that extra oomph!
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Michelle
September 20, 2011 at 2:27 pmi have a zero decorating skillz as well so i am of NO HELP. however, i had to pop in and comment/drool over the orangy goodness. 🙂
Tara @ Haute Lunch
September 20, 2011 at 2:39 pmLovely boxes! What a great gift! I think they look fine as is, but if you can find a third and have the money to spend, go for it! Thanks for the fun fact- very interesting!
Plami
September 20, 2011 at 2:40 pmI love Hermes as well! These boxes are beautiful!
XoXo
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audrinajulia
September 20, 2011 at 2:58 pmSorry I can't help you with this one cause I have a minimal decorating skills, what I only have is an eye for beautiful things.:)I also have a problem in disposing my designer paper bags so just planning to put it as a decoration of my closet instead.:)
Your trivia is amazing! Thanks for the wonderful information regarding Herme's.Your post is really outstanding!Regards!
janettaylor
September 20, 2011 at 3:32 pmPretty boxes, darling!
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tiffyama
September 20, 2011 at 3:45 pmLove those orange boxes with the black trim! Looks so chic and I like how it has that glossy finish. I think it would look better without the hermes box, or with the matching one to replace it (if there is such a size). ^^
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September 20, 2011 at 4:02 pmI love those boxes – Gumps right?
I suggest making a MASSIVE box sculpture. I'm trying to build a tiny orange tower.
skippysays
September 20, 2011 at 4:49 pmLove me some trivia! That's some good cocktail conversation right there 🙂
Unfortunately I'm not the best decorator either, but I can say that I love how you have it right now!
C'est La Viii
September 20, 2011 at 5:11 pmOoh that's awesome!
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homestilo
September 20, 2011 at 5:18 pmI cannot even imagine an Hermes box being anything but orange.
DSK Steph
September 20, 2011 at 5:27 pmAwesome fact!!
Kym
September 20, 2011 at 5:28 pmfunny, i was just reading a blog post about the Hermes movie… amazing how they craft their goods! i love the trivia as well… isn't it funny how "accidents" turn out to be something great and something you are known by!? haha!
lesouefsbrouilles
September 20, 2011 at 7:13 pmsimply. gorgeous.
Michelle
September 20, 2011 at 7:26 pmLove those boxes. I have seen them in store here in Welly and have always loved them. I like how you have the Hermes one with them. Oh and thanks for that bit of Hermes history!
Tanya
September 20, 2011 at 8:00 pmThese are gorgeous! and thanks for the trivia – i didn't know that 🙂
Manding.
September 20, 2011 at 9:04 pmyes, you need a third one ! absolutely love this stack in so many ways !
cryskay
September 20, 2011 at 9:54 pmwhat a fun fact regarding the orange boxes! i think it looks good with 3! the rule of 3… xx
Liz {Sequins And Stripes}
September 20, 2011 at 10:11 pmWow, these boxes are amazing. Just browsed through your blog and you have quite the taste, lady. Such gorgeous things to drool over! Happy to have found your blog 🙂
Bad Joan
September 20, 2011 at 10:45 pmGreat idea. As is looks pretty cool. Love that little topper!
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Chic 'n Cheap Living
September 20, 2011 at 11:44 pmThose boxes are lovely! I would keep them separate from the Hermes box though you could always have a separate stack for them.
xoxo,
Chic 'n Cheap Living
Rod and Alex - aka: "Rolex"
September 21, 2011 at 12:02 amLove the color! And keep the Hermes on the lowest level, it looks great! Fabulous!
Lamb
September 21, 2011 at 1:26 amI love it just the way it is! I love those lacquered boxes, a boutique down the street from me carries these and I have been dying to get them.
xo lamb loves
Lynnette
September 21, 2011 at 2:29 amLove those boxes! I would keep the Hermes box in there, looks cute
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Mary and Dyer
September 21, 2011 at 2:29 amsooo beautiful! That color is just gorgeous & I love how you have it – don't change it 🙂
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higirl
September 21, 2011 at 2:36 ami like the hermes box, but if you want to go more 'classy', from an interior design majors pov, get a third lacquered box. but i like the hermes b/c of the story you can tell ppl 🙂
xox
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Ale e Elis
September 21, 2011 at 3:01 amLove the boxes, they look perfect together!
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Katrina
September 21, 2011 at 3:25 amI say keep the original Hermes box on the bottom because visually it gives a difference in color and texture. In comparison, the Hermes box is matte and looks beautiful against the high gloss boxes….just a suggestion 🙂
Steph
September 21, 2011 at 4:07 amlearned a new fact today =D but i like the orange ~
hm… if you decide to put some sort of figurine on top then no 2 boxes should be good… but if it's in a more open space 3 looks better…?
adele
September 21, 2011 at 9:07 amHey Katherine! Thanks for stopping by to see me..come follow me hun & I'll follow you right back!
Go for the 3rd box to get a matching trio xoxo
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Mai
September 21, 2011 at 12:43 pmHermes box are so gorgeous. Too bad I don't own any 🙁
Mindy♥
September 21, 2011 at 2:26 pmOne day… I will be able to see one in person. lol. Thanks for sharing!!!
nujie
May 28, 2012 at 3:23 amI love your blog – so informative and lots of fun!!!