Hermès has unveiled a new collection centered on 'The Shape of Air.' Led by women's artistic director Nadège Vanhee, the collection translates the invisible flow of air into silhouette. Garments move lightly and fluidly, as if carried by the wind—a visualization of air itself.
Lightweight fabrics form the core. Intricate craftsmanship allows the clothes to flow with the body rather than constrict it. Movement becomes effortless, mirroring the nature of air. The choice of material and structure erases weight, leaving only drift.
The color palette captures atmospheric shifts. From misty blues to warm oranges and yellows, the spectrum is wide. Each hue reflects the momentary colors created by light and air. Nature's ever-changing palette runs through the entire collection.
Through this collection, Hermès continues its experiment in giving form to the invisible. It's a translation of air—an immaterial element—into the material language of clothing. Nadège Vanhee's vision reinterprets the air we take for granted in daily life. Revealed on an elegant breeze, the collection marks the meeting point of Hermès' craftsmanship and artistic sensibility.
Can you feel the shape of air on cloth?
Lightweight fabrics form the core. Intricate craftsmanship allows the clothes to flow with the body rather than constrict it. Movement becomes effortless, mirroring the nature of air. The choice of material and structure erases weight, leaving only drift.
The color palette captures atmospheric shifts. From misty blues to warm oranges and yellows, the spectrum is wide. Each hue reflects the momentary colors created by light and air. Nature's ever-changing palette runs through the entire collection.
Through this collection, Hermès continues its experiment in giving form to the invisible. It's a translation of air—an immaterial element—into the material language of clothing. Nadège Vanhee's vision reinterprets the air we take for granted in daily life. Revealed on an elegant breeze, the collection marks the meeting point of Hermès' craftsmanship and artistic sensibility.
Can you feel the shape of air on cloth?
FAQ
Who designed the Hermès 'The Shape of Air' collection?
Nadège Vanhee, Hermès Women's Artistic Director, designed the collection. She translated the invisible flow of air into silhouettes, creating free-flowing movement through lightweight materials and refined craftsmanship.
What are the key features of the Hermès 'The Shape of Air' collection?
Light, fluid silhouettes that float as if carried by the wind. Refined artisanal techniques combine with airy fabrics to enable unrestricted movement, while the palette captures atmospheric hues from misty blue to warm orange and yellow.
What is the concept behind Hermès' new collection?
'The Shape of Air' is the concept. It visualizes the invisible flow of air and translates the ever-changing colors created by light and atmosphere into clothing.
