Hermès Birkin 35 Grizzly Blue Thalassa Veau Doblis Suede & Permabrass Hardware
Hermès Birkin 35 Grizzly Blue Thalassa Veau Doblis Suede & Permabrass Hardware
The Hermès Birkin 35 "Grizzly" is a cult-favorite limited edition that celebrates the tactile beauty of raw luxury. Crafted from Blue Thalassa Veau Doblis (Suede), this bag offers a velvety, light-absorbing texture that is entirely unique in the Birkin lineup. The soft, unstructured body is framed by rigid Swift leather trim in a matching tone, giving the bag a graphic, architectural definition.
A defining feature of the Grizzly edition is the use of Permabrass Hardware. This rare "Champagne Gold" finish is lighter than standard Gold but warmer than Palladium, creating a sophisticated, muted glow that perfectly complements the matte finish of the suede. Unlike the rigid structure of a standard Birkin, the Grizzly is designed to soften and slouch, embodying a relaxed, "Boho-Luxe" aesthetic reminiscent of the style icons of the early 2010s. It is a bag that invites touch and wears its history beautifully.
Condition: 4 – Good (Shows character and patina)
Stamp: 2014, Stamp Square R
Model: Birkin 35 Grizzly
Color: Blue Thalassa
Material: Veau Doblis (Suede) & Swift Leather
Hardware: Permabrass (Champagne Gold)
Dimensions: 35 × 25 × 18 cm | 13.8" W x 9.8" H x 7" D
JaneFinds Collector’s Insight:
The Grizzly Birkin occupies a unique niche in Hermès history. It was one of the first "deconstructed" limited editions, prioritizing texture over structure. Blue Thalassa is a particularly versatile color for this material, reading almost like a rich, saturated denim. It appeals to the collector who finds standard leather Birkins too formal and seeks something with an effortless, "lived-in" cool.
JaneFinds Market Insight:
Suede Birkins are rare finds. While they require more care than Togo or Epsom, their scarcity drives value among advanced collectors who are missing this specific texture in their closet. The presence of Permabrass hardware is a significant value-add, as it is a favorite among hardware purists for its chameleon-like ability to mix with both silver and gold jewelry.
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JaneFinds Beaded Semi-Precious Stone Crossbody Chain
The JaneFinds Beaded Semi-Precious Stone Crossbody Chain is hand-knotted from up to 60 varieties of natural semi-precious stones strung between lobster-clasp hardware at each end. The clasp configuration attaches directly to the sangle hardware of Hermès bags and converts the bag to crossbody or shoulder wear. The chain also functions independently as a long necklace without a bag attached.
Documented stone varieties include amethyst, apatite, carnelian, citrine, emerald, labradorite, lemon quartz, peach moonstone, peridot, Peruvian opal, pink moonstone, prehnite, rose quartz, ruby, sunstone, and tourmaline. Each stone is individually hand-knotted between adjacent stones, securing the strand against bead loss in the event of any single break. Stones are sorted into four documented colorways: Rainbow, Natural, Turquoise, and Malachite. Exact stone composition within each colorway varies by piece due to the natural variation of the source materials.
Standard length is 44 inches (112 cm), which produces a crossbody drop appropriate for Hermès bags 25 cm and smaller, including the Mini Kelly 20 II, Kelly Pochette, Constance 18 and 24, and Birkin 25. The chain can be doubled to produce a shorter shoulder drop or wrist-wrap carry, and worn as a standalone necklace at full length. Hardware (Gold or Palladium clasp) is selected at order.
Length: 44" | 112 cm
Material: Semi-Precious Stones, Hand-Knotted
Hardware: Gold or Palladium clasp (selected at order)
Colorways: Rainbow / Natural / Turquoise / Malachite
Recommended For: Hermès bags 25 cm and smaller (Mini Kelly 20 II, Kelly Pochette, Constance 18, Constance 24, Birkin 25)
Production: Hand-knotted, 7-10 business days
Note: Each chain is unique. Stones fall within the selected colorway range; exact composition varies by piece.
Styling Notes:
The chain pairs with the full JaneFinds accessory chain collection for coordinated multi-chain layering. Standard wear is single-strand crossbody; doubling produces a shorter shoulder carry. The lobster-clasp configuration matches Hermès sangle hardware proportions and does not require additional adapters.
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JaneFinds Cuban Crossbody Chain
The JaneFinds Cuban Crossbody Chain converts top-handle carry of Hermès Kelly and Mini Kelly bags into crossbody or shoulder wear without altering the bag. Cuban link is a flat, twist-pattern chain construction: each link rotates 90 degrees relative to its neighbors and interlocks tightly, producing a chain that lays flush against the body rather than twisting or rolling at the strap line. The pattern is the standard reference for flat-laying chainwork and remains the most stable shoulder-strap chain construction for weighted top-handle bags.
Hardware finish is offered in Gold or Palladium to match Hermès hardware on the carrying bag. Each chain terminates in a lobster clasp at one end and a spring ring at the other, attaching directly to the Kelly's sangle D-rings without adapters. Two clip sizes are offered: Standard Clip for Kelly 25, 28, 32, and 35; Small Clip for Mini Kelly 20 II, Vintage Mini Kelly, and Mini Bolide. Link gauge is selected as Wide or Narrow at order; Wide produces a heavier, more visually present chain, Narrow a finer line.
Standard chain length is 44 inches (112 cm), which produces a standard crossbody drop for most Kelly sizes. The chain can be doubled for a shorter shoulder carry or worn standalone as a necklace. Pairs with the JaneFinds Beaded Semi-Precious Stone Crossbody Chain and other accessory chain collection pieces for layered styling.
Length: 44" | 112 cm
Material: Cuban Link Chain
Hardware: Gold or Palladium (selected at order)
Clip Size: Standard or Small (selected at order)
Link Gauge: Wide or Narrow (selected at order)
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Standard Clip: Kelly 25, 28, 32, 35
Small Clip: Mini Kelly 20 II, Vintage Mini Kelly, Mini Bolide
Production: Made to order
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Condition Rank
Condition Rank1 - Like New, shows little to no evidence of wear, age or handling
2 - Exceptionally well-maintained, very minor signs of use, wear, age, or handling
3 - Pre-Loved, gently used with slight signs of wear
4 - Pre-Loved, exhibits signs of wear and regular use
