“Hermès” 90’s-00’s Kelly buckle leather loafer

Since its founding in 1837, Hermes has continued to embody the essence of luxury through the craftsmanship honed as a saddlery workshop—striving for the perfection of materials, color, and beauty in function. Today, we present a piece in which the Maison’s symbolism and playful spirit intersect beautifully.

Featuring a vivid contrast, this piece pairs pale smooth leather in a pistachio green tone with a glossy orange, lizard-style leather at the top of the foot.

While the refined silhouette is rooted in a loafer design, the gold-colored clasp hardware—evoking the Kelly bag—adds an unmistakably iconic presence throughout the shoe. The way it balances sparkle and sophistication without feeling excessive is truly compelling.

In addition, the side straps are finished with an H-inspired motif created through small perforations. Rather than loudly displaying a logo, the understated brand expression can be discovered only when you get close—quietly telling the story of the Maison’s aesthetic sensibilities.

The insole bears a foil-stamped “Hermès Paris,” while the outsole is stamped with “Hermès,” “36,” “Semelle cuir,” and “Made in Italy.” From the footwear design details—including the hardware specifications and the Kelly clasp—along with the insole construction that includes material labeling, this pair is likely from the late 1990s to the early 2000s.

The added value unique to this piece lies in how it brings together the bold pairing of green and orange—not with casual lightness, but through the refined texture of premium leather and the classic loafer form. Rather than merely adding color to your feet, it gives your entire outfit intellectual ease and an archive-like sense of glamour.

Styling-wise, it harmonizes beautifully with fluid wide trousers or refined long skirts, elevating the color at your feet with a sense of poise, while translating a classic Hermes sensibility into a modern look. Furthermore, when paired with a simple shirt or a minimalist jacket, the playfulness of the shoes becomes even more polished, resulting in an elegant, mode-forward impression that works for any gender.

We invite you to take this opportunity.