The Hermès Scarf

The Hermes scarf is one of the greatest fashion icons of all time.Worn by royalty and celebrities, coveted and admired, and now avidly collected, this deceptively simple square of silk is much more than just an accessory: it is the stuff of legend. Now for the first time the heritage and influence of House of Hermes is fully explored, from the first scarf''s debut in 1937 right up to the present day.

Auteur
Nadine Coleno is an author and editor whose books include works on fashion, jewelry, contemporary art and architecture.

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A sumptuous selection of Herme s scarves chosen from seven decades of creative innovation.

Résumé
The Hermes scarf is one of the greatest fashion icons. Worn by royalty and celebrities, coveted and admired, and avidly collected, this simple square of silk is more than just an accessory: it is the stuff of legend. This title explores the heritage and influence of House of Hermes, from the first scarfs debut in 1937, to the present day.

Contenu

Introduction; The Story of the Scarf; A Universe of Form; A Philosophy of Colour; Legends; Notes; Bibliography