Amid Parisian winter’s frosty embrace, Hermès ushered in a world of sartorial warmth and sophistication with the unveiling of its Men’s Winter 2024 collection. The Palais d’léna was transformed into a sanctuary of laid-back luxury, meticulously curated by the visionary designer Véronique Nichanian.
Hermès’ men’s runway on Saturday, January 20, 2024, unfolded as a testament to subtlety, with muted tones and the stealth wealth aesthetic echoing throughout. The collection seamlessly marries luxury and functionality – where gum raincoats meet Prince of Wales check. At its core, the materials take center stage, ranging from deerskin flannel, and cashmere to alpaca, and iridescent wool cloth.
Leather, a hallmark of Hermès, found its place in the collection with narrowly tailored trousers, short pea coats, and parkas crafted in calfskin. This season narrative is without a doubt defined by versatility, as described by Hermès:
“The clothing’s construction is reinvented through play with shapes and counter shapes, with cuts and cutouts, with graphic signatures. . .
A muted palette lights up in acid strokes and deep shimmers. Heather, peat, pumpkin, anise, crocus, khaki. The evening, all in shades of black and brown, shades of matte and shiny, slices through a luminous winter night. Beneath the casual appearance, a sophistication breaks free.”
The Winter 2024 Bag Collection
The Men’s Winter 2024 collection boasts a diverse lineup of bags, ranging from compact utilitarian crossbody bags and chic pouches to the commanding silhouette of the HAC en Selle. Notably, the Plume is back in larger iterations, echoing its recent showcase on the Women’s Spring Summer 2024 runway.
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There are two new additions – the Fouree-Tout Étrivère and the Hermès Équipier pouches. Both evince a minimalistic design, placing functionality at the forefront.
Fouree-Tout Étrivère
Introducing the Fouree-Tout Étrivère, a sleek holdall that screams quiet luxury. Generous in proportions, the bag features clean lines and subtle seam detailing. Its upper half is structured with sturdy top handles for easy hand carry, while the main body remains soft and supple.
Complete with an adjustable wide strap, the bag can be worn on the shoulder or crossbody. Inside, there’s ample room, enough to accommodate more than 20 Mini Kelly 20s (and then some). Who knows, you might even discover PurseBop’s Studded Mini Kelly nestled within!
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The sample at the Hermès Re-see was presented in black Evercalf with palladium hardware. However, the bag will also be offered in Togo calfskin – as spotted on the runway in Étoupe.
Hermès Équipier Pouches
The Hermès Équipier Pouches, also known as the ‘Sac a Velo’, appear as a versatile accessory that seamlessly combines utility with luxury. Its design, specifically tailored for men’s bicycles, has a strategic weight distribution to ensure it fits comfortably across the bicycle bars.
Created with the modern man in mind, the smooth Calfskin construction adds a touch of luxury and also pays homage to Hermès’ heritage. This multi-functional pouch offers a diverse range of styling options – wristlet, clutch, crossbody, or on the shoulder.
Fastened with press studs, the interior layout features a large zippered compartment. On the front, there are two pockets that can comfortably house an iPhone and AirPods. Who knew cycling could be this chic?
HAC en Selle
The attention-grabbing Haut à Courroies has undergone a makeover this season. Introducing the HAC en Selle, directly translating to ‘in the saddle.’ The bag boasts a bold appliqué design reinforcing the brand’s equestrian heritage with an abstract saddle design. Presented at the Re-see in Calfskin, the bag features a patchwork of different leathers, ranging from textured Togo to heritage Barénia. Finished with palladium hardware, this large carry-all features no internal pockets.
Sac à Dépêches
The nearly century-old Hermès Sac Dépêches received a sleek transformation into a luxurious pouch. Crafted in Box Calfskin with intricate lizard skin backgammon detailing, the pouch is enhanced by a so-black hardware Jewel clasp.
Inside, a thoughtfully designed small slip pocket is ideal for housing credit cards. We’re certain this will be a hit with all Hermès enthusiasts.
Garden Party Voyage
The Garden Party line-up is enriched with the Voyage iteration, a spacious offering designed for travel. Constructed in H canvas with a Panoplie Cavalière print, it features a black saddle print that gracefully wraps around the body of the bag.
This oversized Garden Party tote is effortlessly secured with a single press-stud fastening. Better yet, it can be expanded with additional press-fastenings on both sides for a more relaxed aesthetic.
Plume
The Plume returns to the runway, in a distinguished deep brown hue with undertones of burgundy, showcasing another heritage leather – Butler. With its understated yet chic design, the Plume allows the richness of the leather to take center stage, while the distressed aesthetic adds a touch of casual elegance.
Designed for everyday use, the Plume effortlessly transitions from practical functionality to a stylish carry-on companion. Undoubtedly, the Plume has resurfaced as a firm favorite at Hermès in 2024.
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Updated: January 21st, 2024
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