The sophomore outing for new Hermes designer Nadege Vanhee-Cybulski confirms a change of face — a pared down, at times sanitised collection on Monday that diverged from the huggable, layered coziness we’ve come to associate with the powerhouse synonymous with luxury.
Feminine and simple designs in black and white began the collection — baggy pants, loose hanging silhouettes and A-line minis.
A dalliance in check then spawned some — shock! — workaday sneakers in white, which recurred throughout the collection in hues of red and blue.
As sports vibe infused most of the looks — round sporty collars, lots of white, and a rich cobalt leather dress with a sports vest at the top.
The show turned up the luxury factor as it progressed — in some beautiful leathers and suedes.
