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A replica Hermes Evelyne 16 is a copy of the Evelyne TPM, the smallest size in the Evelyne line. The authentic bag measures about 16 cm wide, 18 cm tall and 5 cm deep. It has a perforated H on the back panel, an unlined leather interior, one flat pocket and a canvas strap. Replica versions range from poor to close. The gap shows in leather grain, stitch angle, edge paint and hardware weight.
Evelyne 16 specs
Hermes builds the Evelyne in Clemence, Epsom and Maurice leather. Hardware comes in palladium and gold plate. The strap on the Evelyne III 16 is adjustable and detachable. It connects with leather tabs and snap hooks. The bag closes with a snap tab. There is no lining, so the inside shows the back of the leather. Dimensions shift a little by leather and batch. Check the maker listing for current figures.
Numbers to hold in mind
- Width: about 16 cm (6.3 in)
- Height: about 18 cm (7.1 in)
- Depth: about 5 cm (2 in)
- Strap: canvas webbing, adjustable, detachable
- Pocket: one flat slip pocket inside
Where replica versions differ
Stitching: the original uses angled saddle stitching. Copies fall back to flat machine locks. Look at the strap tabs, the snap tab and the top edge.
Edge paint: thin, even and matte on the original. Copies show thick paint, bubbles or a glossy coat.
Perforations: the H cutouts on the back should sit square to the panel with clean edges. A crooked H is the first tell.
Hardware: the snap should close with a dull click and hold. Light, shiny snaps and loose hinges point to a low tier.
Leather: Clemence has a soft grain and a matte finish. Replica leather can feel dry, plastic or stiff. Scent is not a reliable test after shipping.
Price tiers
Sellers list replica Evelyne 16 bags in tiers. Entry tiers often use split leather and coated hardware. Mid tiers copy the shape and correct the strap length. Top tiers claim full-grain leather and hand stitching. Ask for photos of the unit you will receive. Stock photos say nothing about the batch.
Legal note for US buyers
Counterfeit goods are illegal in the US. CBP can seize and destroy counterfeit shipments, including a single bag sent to a private address. Selling or trafficking them is a federal crime under 18 U.S.C. 2320. A replica carries no maker warranty, no serial check and no resale value.
Checklist before you pay
- Ask for dated photos of the exact bag: front, back H, interior, strap tabs, hardware stamps.
- Compare the H perforations to a photo of an authentic bag at the same angle.
- Ask for the leather name and the strap length in cm.
- Get the return policy in writing.
- Use a payment method with buyer protection.
- Set a budget you can lose. Replica resale is near zero.
Measurements and materials above come from published specs. Batch details change by seller and month.