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French maison Hermes may be known for its bags, but its beautiful flatware should be your go-to home decor.

The savoir faire that goes into the making of Hermes’ distinctive silk carres dates back to 1937. This year, to literally add a new and different side to them, the maison’s artisans had to unlearn it all. Here, a close-up look at the brand’s double-faced scarf.

All the fancy gadgets in the world can’t beat the enduring charm of well-made old-school games.

From the new neckline to tailored denim, update your wardrobe with these key looks from the Spring/Summer 2020 runways

JOINING THE SHELVES OF CELINE, HERMES AND MORE OF THE WORLD’S MOST WELL-LOVED AND TRENDSETTING LUXURY FASHION HOUSES:

Step into spring where fresh, vibrant floral blooms come to life on pretty dresses to standout suits.

The premise here: Brights and bold prints definitely brighten our days.

The house of Hermes redefines upcycling with Petit h’s latest stopover in Singapore.

An imaginative showcase of upcycled objects arrives on our shores.

Form meets fashion as the season’s unexpectedly tailored pieces are put into the spotlight. The soft-as-butter suede coats. Crystal-embellished shirts and dramatic oversized pleated sleeves make this the time to flex your sartorial prowess.

Read on for the 10 hottest trends from the most widely anticipated design event of the year!

SLIP INTO A VACATION STATE OF MIND WITH SOFT OUTLINES AND PASTEL HUES OF JOIE DE VIVRE.

Come home to the most luxurious designs money can buy.

ARCHITECT AND MULTI-DISCIPLINARY DESIGNER ONG KER SHING DRAWS ON HER PERSONAL EXPERIENCES TO INSPIRE HER BODY OF WORK.

The new Panerai Submersible Bronzo PAM 968 is the brand’s first bronze timepiece that isn’t a limited edition.

A showcase for new technologies, robots and a series of talks livestreamed to audiences around the world:

Going beyond the green agenda, how can design connect with its users? Alan Kueh talks about putting culture first in three projects.

The latest dinnerware collection by Hermes is inspired by the juxtaposition of organic freedom and graphic structure in a traditional English garden.

THE BEST LOOKS FOR FALL/WINTER 2018 COM BINELEVATED EVERYDAY PIECES WITH NEW TAKES ON TAILORING, AND THE ODD DRAMATIC FLOURISH.

HOW TO REFRESH FAMILIAR LOOKS AND UPDATE YOUR STYLE STANDBYS – PLUS, FOUR NEW TRENDS TO TRY FOR FALL/ WINTER 2018.

Fashion juggernaut Louis Vuitton debuted fragrances for men earlier this year in an already competitive market, but its presence attests to the opportunities to be had.

The First Hermes Silk Scarf That You Can Throw in the Wash and Dryer.

With signs of recovery everywhere, following a dismal economic slowdown, brands are – understandably – playing it safe when it comes to launches.

Nothing is ever old. PPre l-lovoveded ffasashihionon merely waits until people find new ways to love it again. Two stores that specialise in vintage show us what’s “Carousell” and what has cachet.

Better known as maker of the iconic Birkin, Hermes has released its latest home collection, and it’s clear that it is a formidable name in the world of furniture and homeware design, too.

WITH MORE PARTICIPATING WATCH BRANDS(35), MORE VISITORS THAN EVER (20,000) AND NEW DIGITAL INITIATIVES, THE SALON INTERNATIONAL DE LA HAUTE HORLOGERIE (SIHH) ANNUAL WATCH FAIR IS MOVING TOWARDS ACHIEVING THAT TRICKY EQUILIBRIUM BETWEEN EXCLUSIVITY AND HOLDING ITS OWN IN A NOISY DIGITAL-DOMINATED WORLD. HERE, OUR REPORT FROM GENEVA, FEATURING THE FAIR’S BEST BOOTHS, CELEBRITY SPOTTINGS, WATCH-CHIEF QUOTES, AND OF COURSE, WATCHES AND HOROLOGICAL INNOVATIONS.

I LLUSTRATED SLICES OF EVERYDAY SCENES, CLOTHING MADE FOR DAILY ACTIVITY, AND A CELEBRATION OF REGULAR-JOE STYLE – THE SPRING/SUMMER 2018 COLLECTIONS PUT AN UNEXPECTED TWIST ON ALL THINGS FAMILIAR.

Beyond the captivating world of high fashion and equestrian excellence, the French luxury house of Hermes is putting its mark on yet another facet of luxury design. Home & Decor puts the Birkins and silk scarves aside to delve into the world of the Hermes Home Universe.

Hermes bespoke scarf cabinet.

Why so serious? At its latest menswear extravaganza in Hong Kong, Hermes once again upends our notions of what a fashion event should look like.

Back to remind us of the playful side of timekeeping is Hermes’ upcoming exhibition this month: Time, A Hermes Object.

Hermes creates an interactive exhibition of its home furnishings for Singapore.

It might not be as famous as the Birkin or the Kelly, but the Sac a Depeches is to the male Hermes fan what the aforementioned bags are to female devotees of the brand.

The precious heartbeat that powers any timepiece is, of course, its movement.

Tech- and designled, Smeg flexes its prowess with award-winning kitchen aids.

Hermes folding armchair

GIRL MEETS BOY: The Boy.Friend watch looks set to be the new iconic Chanel Horlogerie timepiece. Its octagonal shape – inspired by Place Vendome, where Coco Chanel lived – and its tweed-stamped steel bracelet pay homage to the French fashion house’s history. The modern black dial and clean-cut, angular lines balance out the unique vintage-inspired bracelet. Available at Chanel Fine Jewellery Boutique from September 2016. Prices start at $6,500.

Every Hermes object tells a story.

As we enter the halfway point of the year. It's time to slow down, take a break and recharge, before taking on the next six months. One of our favourite ways to wind down: surrounding ourselves with sun, sand and sea at an idyllic destination. Where the days are blissfully long and dressing up takes on a lighter, cooler complexion.

Unleash your tribal instinct with tropical prints, fringe, patchwork details and XL-sized costume jewellery.

Hermes expands its family of ultra-thin watches with new models and splashes of colour.