How Do Hermès Prices for Handbags Compare In the U.S., Europe, U.K., Asia, and Dubai?

Dear PurseBop:

I am planning a trip and wonder if the price of Hermès handbags abroad are more or less than the price in the U.S.? What countries have the lowest Hermès prices between the U.S., Europe, U.K., Asia, and Dubai?

Dear Hermès Prices Abroad:

U.S.

Hermès prices in the U.S. increased in January, 2025 (annual increase), then again in May, 2025 due to the imposed tariffs for items imported from France. This double increase, and the potential for a third increase this year, has placed Hermès prices in the U.S. at the higher end compared to other countries.

New Hermès Prices Post-Tariff Increase May 2025

Europe

Hermès prices will always be the lowest in Europe, particularly France. Often it is worth planning a trip to Paris to go Hermès shopping and try your luck at one of the three boutiques for a leather quota or non-quota bag.

Not only are the prices 20-30% less depending on the exchange rate at the time, but the VAT refund often adds an extra 10% savings. However, be aware that Customs charges when returning to the U.S. may cancel out the VAT savings.

New Confirmed Hermès Prices in Europe 2025

U.K.

Hermès prices in the U.K. (including London) tend to be slightly higher than in Europe depending on the currency exchange rate at the time. In addition, since the VAT refund was discontinued in the U.K. for foreign travelers such as Americans there is little to no savings when making purchases in the U.K.

Asia and Dubai

Prices in Asia and Dubai for Hermès prices are definitely higher than in Europe by approximately 10-20%, possibly more. Whether those prices are more than the prices in the U.S. is difficult to determine since the U.S. tariff increases and the exchange rate at the time of purchase. At this point, it is believed that any savings, if any, to Americans when buying in Asia or Dubai would be negligible at best.

Our recommendation is to build your relationship at your home store in the U.S. If you travel to Europe, shop Hermès and enjoy the savings. Any other country, Hermès purchase savings is not likely to be significant if any at all.

Have a great summer traveling and happy shopping.

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