HERMES product history and timeline explained

History

We will explain the history and timeline of Hermès products. We will explain the products in an easy-to-understand manner, even for first-time customers.

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Hermès watch chronology

2024 The new unisex collection, "Hermès Cut," features a rounded 36mm case, a distinctive crown at 1:30, and a sporty yet sophisticated design.
2021 The "H08 (H08)" collection is released, and its sporty yet urban style is popular among men.
2018 To commemorate 40 years of watchmaking, limited edition models and art pieces were released.
2015 Introducing the Slim d'Hermès, the first in-house developed perpetual calendar model. Featuring a new Hermès font and an ultra-thin movement.
2011 He released his much-talked-about work "Arseau le temps spundu," which won many awards for its poetic concept of "stopping" time.
2006 Acquired 25% of the shares of Vaucher Manufacture Fleurier, a luxury Swiss movement manufacturer, strengthening its in-house movement development system.
2003 The concept for Hermès' first complicated model, Arceau Le Temps Spandeu, was launched (officially announced in 2011).
1998 Jean-Louis Dumas introduces the "Double Tour" bracelet, which is featured on the Cape Cod model and becomes a huge hit.
1991 The brand's iconic and popular model, "Cape Cod," is born. Its anchor chain (Chaîne d'Ancre) motif design becomes a hot topic.
1981 The Clipper wristwatch is introduced.
1978 La Montre Hermès SA is established in Bienne, Switzerland, marking the company's full-scale entry into watch manufacturing.
1928 Hermès launches its first wristwatch, with movements supplied by a renowned Swiss manufacturer.
1880 His son, Charles-Émile Hermès, took over the business and moved the workshop to 24 Faubourg Saint-Honoré in Paris, where the company's flagship store is currently located.
1837 The Hermes brand was born when Thierry Hermes founded a luxury saddlery workshop in Paris, producing saddlery for the upper class.

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