Dreaming in Colour

From jockey silks to diamond masterpieces, Hermès’s latest high jewellery collection, Les Formes de la Couleur, continues a vibrant legacy of colour exploration

By Amrita Katara

If we say the name “Hermès”, what do you visualise? A flash of orange? A whisper of the brand’s signature rouge H, maybe? Perhaps the bold geometry of its scarves inspired by a jockey’s silks, a kaleidoscope of colours signalling speed, skill and tradition? For Hermès, colour is more than an accent; it’s intrinsic to the brand’s DNA, woven into its history from its equestrian origins. Even back in the early days, when Hermès was a purveyor of saddles and harnesses, the house understood the power of colour, using it to subtly distinguish quality, enhance the beauty of leather and create objects that were not only functional but also visually arresting. The iconic orange box was a serendipitous result of wartime material shortages but today is a beacon of luxury…

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Tatler Hong Kong (Digital) - 1 Issue, April 2025

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