Let’s Take a Ride

Hermès took Tatler to a realm of whimsy and wonder, where equestrian inspirations were imbued with artistic energy, in celebration of its latest womenswear collection

By Cherry Mui

An ultra-luxury brand with a history of 186 years, Hermès has done a lot of things right over the years, but perhaps its greatest achievement was its very first: perfecting the craftsmanship behind its harnesses. In 1837, Thierry Hermès opened a workshop in Paris to make leather harnesses for horses used to pull four-wheeled carriages. While they didn’t look much different from other harnesses on the market, Hermès’s works embodied discreet finesse as well as endurance in all conditions, and were quickly recognised by professional riders. The first Hermès Haut à Courroies handbag was in the early 20th century designed for equestrians to carry saddles and boots; in 2023, the maison released two new iterations: the Arçon shoulder bag and the Petite Course handbag. The former is inspired by the…

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Tatler Hong Kong (Digital) - 1 Issue, October 2023

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