The Hermès Copyright

When Hermès launched their first carré, Jeu des Omnibus et des Dames Blanches in 1937, there was no copyright to be found anywhere.  Although the copyright came about with the invention of the printing press in the 17th century and initially protected the rights of the printers, it subsequently evolved to protect the rights of …

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Le Geography HERMES with Kangaroo Jacquard

What’s in a tag? The Evolution of the Hermès Care Tag, Copyright & Artist’s Signature

Part I - Artist's signature: Hermès launched the first scarf in 1937, Jeu des Omnibus et Dames Blanches.  The original issue, wasn't signed, wasn't copyrighted and did not sport a care tag. All that has changed over the years - today's scarves come with a care tag as well as a copyright and many bear …

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From First Sight to Forever: My Love Affair with the Hermes Carré

Carre de Paris - Le Bois de Boulogne, the scarf that ignited a passion: by Carre de Paris