And honestly, is it *really* worth it? I mean, they’re sandals! You’re gonna wear them to the beach, maybe to the grocery store. Are you *really* gonna baby those things? Nah, didn’t think so. That’s where the dupes come in, baby.
Now, I’m not gonna lie, finding a *perfect* Hermes dupe is like finding a unicorn riding a skateboard. It’s rare. But you can get pretty darn close. I’ve seen some that look *remarkably* similar, and for a fraction of the price. Like, seriously, sometimes you gotta squint to tell the difference.
What’s the deal with the Hermes sandals anyway? Well, they’re classic, they’re chic, and they just scream “I have my life together… even though I’m wearing glorified flip-flops.” And the quality is supposed to be amazing. But honestly, a good dupe can last you a few seasons, and by then, you’ll probably be onto the next trendy shoe anyway. Am I right?
I personally think the Oran is the most copied, for good reason. It’s simple, it’s elegant, it goes with everything. But the Oasis, with its little heel, is pretty tempting too. I saw some amazing Oasis dupes online recently, and I was seriously considering pulling the trigger. I haven’t yet, I’m still thinking about colors. Decisions, decisions!
The Chypre is also super popular now, especially with the whole comfy-chic thing going on. They look like you’re wearing clouds on your feet! And guess what? Dupes exist! Thank god for capitalism.
Okay, so where do you find these magical Hermes look-alikes? Well, I’m not gonna name names (because I don’t want to get sued), but a little Googling goes a long way. Think “Hermes Oran dupe” or “Hermes sandal alternative.” You’ll be surprised what pops up. Also, check out some of the fast fashion brands, they are sneaky. A warning though: read reviews! You don’t want to end up with some cheap, plastic-y monstrosity that falls apart after a week.
Honestly, I think it’s perfectly acceptable to rock a dupe. Especially when we’re talking about something as ridiculously priced as Hermes sandals. As long as you’re not trying to pass them off as the real deal, who cares? Wear what makes you happy, and don’t break the bank doing it! Plus, nobody is gonna know the difference unless you’re literally hanging out with Anna Wintour.