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Hermès Confirms New Colombelles Workshop as Part of French Expansion

The luxury brand plans to open its 27th leather goods workshop by 2028, bolstering production capacity to meet surging demand while maintaining its artisanal Made in France ethos.

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Overview

  • Hermès announced the Colombelles workshop in Normandy, set to open in 2028, employing 260 artisans to produce Kelly and Constance bags.
  • This marks the latest step in a multi-year expansion plan, with workshops also planned in Isle d’Espagnac (2025), Loupes (2026), and Charleville-Mézières (2027).
  • The company reported a 10% year-over-year increase in Q1 2025 leather goods sales, driven by strong demand for new designs like Médor and Mousqueton.
  • In response to new U.S. tariffs, Hermès will implement price increases starting May 1, maintaining its commitment to French craftsmanship rather than offshoring production.
  • New artisans for the workshops will undergo an 18-month training program at the École Hermès des Savoir-Faire, reinforcing the brand’s focus on quality over productivity gains.