The vintage Hermès bow tie: a rare and understated piece
When one thinks of Hermès silk accessories, scarves and ties naturally come to mind. The bow tie, however, remains more confidential. This is precisely what makes it a distinctive piece in the Herm...
Hugo Grygkar was born on December 9, 1907, in Munich, to a Czech family. His father was a tinsmith and bronze sculptor. From a young age, Hugo frequented his father's workshop. In 1914, his family ...
Is an Hermès scarf an investment: reality or fantasy?
"An Hermès scarf is an investment," is a phrase I often hear. But what's the reality? Can we expect our scarf to maintain or even increase in value over time? What Auction Sales Show Some results ...
Hermès Ties: A History Since 1949
Born out of necessity, in Cannes The story of the Hermès tie begins in 1949, at the brand's Cannes branch, located right next to the city's Casino. At the time, entry to a casino was subject to str...
Most sought-after Hermès scarves
Four Hermès Scarves that Collectors Dream Of There is no definitive list of the most sought-after Hermès scarves; no one has a monopoly on good taste. What can be said, however, is that some scarve...
François Houtin is a renowned contemporary French artist, born in Craon, Mayenne, in 1950. His career path is unusual; he didn't start with fine arts but with landscape architecture. Trained as a l...
The History of Hermès: From Saddle Workshop to Luxury Empire 1837: A German saddler in Paris Thierry Hermès, founder of the company that would bear his name, was born on January 10, 1801, in Krefel...
Alice Shirley: the British artist who won over Hermès with a sketchbook
An improbable encounter that changed everything Born in London in 1984, Alice Shirley studied fine arts at the Byam Shaw School of Art and then at the Prince's Drawing School. It was at the Royal D...
How to tie a Hermès carré: the complete guide
Before you start: There's only one starting step for all techniques: fold the square diagonally to form a triangle. A tight fold for a minimalist look, a loose fold for a more bohemian style. For d...
History of the Hermès Logo: Alfred de Dreux's Duc Attelé 1837: a saddler, not a luxury house In 1837, Thierry Hermès founded a workshop in Paris specializing in the creation of harnesses and saddle...