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Perfect for relaxed weekdays and weekend escapes, this vintage Hermès Garden Party 36 in brown Toile and Negonda leather brings effortless polish to everyday dressing. With dual rolled handles and a secure snap closure, it carries your daily essentials in understated style—ideal for office commutes, brunch in the city, or a countryside jaunt.
Please note that the majority of our items are vintage and therefore have tales to tell unless stated otherwise. Therefore, please look at pictures, descriptions and measurements provided as they give you the best idea of the story this item has to tell.
* Please note that when you buy a vintage product, the dimensions may vary slightly from a new one depending on previous care and storage.
Q: What are the measurements and what can it hold? A: Approximately 37 × 25 × 17 cm with a 16 cm handle drop. It comfortably carries A4 documents, a 13-inch laptop or most 14-inch models, a long wallet, water bottle, cosmetic pouch and daily essentials. A slim 15-inch laptop may fit depending on its footprint and how you pack; we recommend checking your device against the bag’s 36–37 cm length and allowing for slightly tapered sides.
Q: Is the Garden Party 36 a good work or travel tote? A: Yes. The 36 size is widely used as an everyday work tote thanks to its spacious, open interior and sturdy base. It closes with a single snap at the top for quick access, so using pouches or an organiser can help keep items tidy when commuting.
Q: Does it have a shoulder strap? A: No. The Garden Party is designed for hand or crook-of-arm carry. With a 16 cm handle drop, many can wear it on the shoulder over light layers, but this isn’t guaranteed and there is no detachable strap on this model.
Q: Is the interior lined and does it have pockets? A: This Toile & Negonda version is unlined with a Negonda leather base and one roomy main compartment. Canvas-trimmed models typically have no internal pockets; some all‑leather versions may include a small zip pocket.
Q: What materials are used in this bag? A: A Toile canvas body with Negonda grained calfskin trim and a structured leather base, finished with palladium‑plated hardware. Negonda is durable with a supple, pebbled grain; Toile keeps the bag lighter than all‑leather versions.
Q: How should I care for Toile canvas and Negonda leather? A: Wipe gently with a soft, slightly damp cloth and let dry away from direct heat. Avoid oils, solvents, and prolonged rain; be mindful of colour transfer from dark denim. Store the bag loosely stuffed in a breathable dust bag to maintain its shape. For deep cleaning or restoration, Hermès offers after‑sales spa services via their boutiques.
Q: Can the sides expand for extra capacity? A: Yes. The side snap fasteners can be opened to widen the interior or snapped in for a neater, more structured profile.
Q: What does the blind stamp Square H (2004) mean? A: Hermès used a square-framed date letter from 1997 to 2014; the letter H denotes 2004 production. It is one of several internal identifiers used by Hermès.
Q: What accessories are included with this item? A: This listing comes as shown with no accessories. Everything included is stated in the Accessories section; contact us if you need clarification.
Q: How do you authenticate this bag? A: Every item at A Retro Tale is carefully vetted by our in‑house experts using multi‑point checks of materials, stitching, hardware, heat stamps and date codes. We stand behind the authenticity of all items we sell.
SHIPPING
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RETURNS
A Retro Tale offers 14 days return policy upon receipt of your order.
In order to request a return, please email [email protected] with your order number and state ”return request” in your email. From there, our Customer Support will confirm that your return request has been approved and further instructions will be provided by email.
Please note that the return shipping fee is covered by the returnee and all return shippings to A Retro Tale must be traceable. Thus, please retain your receipt of shipping and tracking number until your return has been completed and you have received your refund.
AUTHENTICITY GUARANTEED
A Retro Tale specialises in vintage and pre-owned goods from the world's most loved fashion houses. We guarantee that all of our products are 100 percent authentic. Every item sold on our site undergoes a rigorous authentication process, in which our experts delve deep into the heritage of a brand via its craftsmanship techniques. This requires a rigorous and methodical process.
For us, authentication is about more than expertise; it offers a fascinating insight into the history of fashion and the craftsmanship involved in production.
Please allow up to 10 business days for your return to be completed from the return shipping date as shipping time might vary depending on shipping country and shipping provider.
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1 102 £
• Brown Toile canvas with brown Negonda leather trim
• Palladium-plated hardware
• Dual rolled Negonda leather handles
• Unlined interior with a Negonda leather base
• Snap button closure
• Vintage
The authenticity of this bag has been checked and verified by our experts who have over 10 years of experience in vintage and luxury bags. We also use a well established 3rd party authentication tool to verify our bags.
