While I’m usually hearing about the “B/K/C Triumvirate,” I have to admit that more than a few times lately, I’m hearing questions about one of Hermès’ newer designs: the Geta. As the Hermès website explains about this design, the bag is “named after the Japanese wooden platform sandals which inspired it” and notes the expanded H-clasp, which serves several purposes, including as a focal point for the design, magnetic closure, feet (the bag rests on the bottom of the H plaques instead of the base) and an adjustment mechanism for the fully-adjustable strap. The measurements are 8.5” long, 5.1” high, and 2” deep, and the cost is $5,800 US (in Chevre leather).
The Geta or The Constance?
Some people see the Geta as a more casual (and available) version of the Constance. However, I would argue that this bag looks more like a cross between the Constance and the Colorado bag (which was discontinued a while ago).
Interestingly, the back looks just like the front, except the H-plaque is just for appearance on the backside, and the base does not open.
What Will The Geta Fit?
The inside is pretty roomy; TPFer @cravin took interior measurements of 19cm wide, 11cm high, 6cm wide. The interior features a back inside pocket and two smaller card slots on the front.
The strap is not only adjustable, but it’s also long enough so that the bag can be worn crossbody and is canvas, like the Evelyne.
While it is definitely not a large bag, it is large enough to hold all the necessities; definitely more than a Mini Constance, but not quite as much as a Mini Lindy.
People who have taken the plunge on the Geta seem to love the bag, and it definitely has a useful place in any wardrobe.
This is an ugly bag. The hardware placement is weird. The H is so odd with it being elongated. The strap is head scratching as well. It’s just an odd, awkward bag.
I agree — the long wide strap attached to the small bag just doesn’t have the right proportions. IMHO
To me it looks off balanced and the hardware is too low. It looks awkward and unattractive.
I can’t imagine paying nearly $6K for something with a wide canvas strap like a $59 computer bag.
I actually like this Hermes bag quite a bit (except for the price tag lol). It’s unassuming, casual, non-fussy, functional…
What is it with all the negative comments? I have one in Capucine and I think it’s totally funky. The design is actually really clever, the way the bag looks the same from either side, using the evolved H as the feet is genius and the way the strap can be adjusted is very clever. The magnetic closure makes getting into the bag super easy and there’s enough space for your stuff (unlike all those silly people (sorry, posers) who buy K20 bags!) It can be worn cross body or over the shoulder and it’s meant to have a casual vibe. Well done Hermes.
Agree with you ! Also it’s a bargain relatively speaking !
In the minority here, but I will say that I quite like this bag. I like canvas straps – they look more casual and are comfortable on my shoulder. I would prefer that the hardware was just metal and not leather and metal, however. That’s the one detail that would make me hesitate. The hideous threaded leather CC clasp on the 19 bag is the main reason I will not take the plunge on that one (aside from the fact that it’s just a mildly ugly bag in general). Hardware is an important detail!
I agree.. I like it….tired of all the other cross-body’s and this is priced right!! Do we know the colors it comes in?
Looks like a Constance… but ugly/more masculine. I do not like that bag
agree about the masculine part. the wide strap is clunky.
God this is ugly – Hermes bags are 50 shades of bad
I don’t know what it is about Hermes! I’ve never found any of their bags visually appealing. They have some great SLGs – I appreciate the Bastia coin purse, because the design is genius in terms of functionality. But bags? Consistently a no.
After this new writer “NP” came on there are way too many useless posts about Hermes on PB – I wish they did fewer posts and did more posts about other brands
They may be useless to you but in reality, they receive strong interest each time NP publishes her H articles. Hermès is a massively popular heritage brand after all. You can always skip the H articles if they are not of interest to you.
I do like this bag. I like the Colorado more.
I don’t like the price point on any Hermes bags.
JMHO.
I wish they’d take a break from whatever this is and design a few bag shaped bags with convenient openings.
For real! This always stops me in my tracks about Hermes handbags. How are bags with openings/closures SO fussy so popular? The Birkin bag is one of the most popular bags of all time and yet it’s closure is essentially useless – at least in a functional sense. I’ve never seen that bag in use while properly closed. It’s crazy to me – but fascinating (which is why I will never buy, but continue to read these articles and look at the comments!)
Maybe if the strap wasn’t so wide I might like this
looks like a sideways I lol
Love it!
Great bag! I love the deco vibe!
I think this would be a nice bag for a man in the right color. Its got a very structured sleek, basic design that looks more “business” like than the Birkin for example. Not crazy for the fabric strap, kind of cheapens it and for that price I agree with everyone else, that was definitely not a great design idea. I like the cross body, if anything I like this bag more than the Evelyne.
Kinda loving this bag! I’m definitely a casual gal, and this one would work for every day so well. A little more upscale then the Evelyn, with a similar look to the Constance but more relaxed. LOVING it in the etoupe colorway.
My SA showed me a black one a few months ago, it looked nice, but I’m not there yet…
The old style look much better the new style the H hardware doesn’t look trendy and unlucky hopefully Hermes keep old style H handbag as a fashion also some people believe the colour or style will bring there good luck but the H not balance they fell like unlucky
Ugly. And no.
Does anyone know where to get one
Omg seriously for serious collectors this bag has been a long time coming ! I’m having to use a Chanel WOC as a daily bag ! This Geta is doing that job ! In fact a WOC fits in it ! So if it’s raining and your worried about the leather just take your WOC and leave your Geta in the car ! It’s for a Hermes customer that is discerning and as all about aesthetics basically shallow because they can afford to be