Hermes: Icons of Fashion

Herme s was founded in Paris in the 19th century as a saddlery workshop that catered to the needs of horse riders. The company quickly gained a reputation for its exquisite craftsmanship and attention to detail and has evolved into one of the world's most celebrated fashion houses - synonymous with classic design, elegance, luxury and quality. Famous for the Birkin Bag and Silk Scarf and beloved by the great, the good and the uber glamorous - Herme s boasts an instantly recognisable signature style all of its own. This book, beautifully illustrated with images of some of the world's iconic fashion items, charts the story of Herme s origins and how the brand became the symbol of French luxury and craftsmanship and the influential, innovative haute-couture power house it is today.