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Hermes “Forever Leather”, Celebrating 175 Year Anniversary

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Hermes is opening a new exhibition in London this month, entitled Leather Forever, featuring some of the historic label’s most famous designs. Celebrating Hermès’ 175th anniversary, the exhibition will also play host to some of the brand’s famed artisans, of which I have included some images below. The locale will be the sister space of the Royal Academy of Art, 6 Burlington Gardens, the exhibits will trace Hermès’ history  which began as  saddle and harness-maker, to one of the most famous handbag, leather and accessories brand.

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The exhibition will feature these four  bags above, representing England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales which will be auctioned after the event ,  all proceeds will be donated to the Royal Academy of Arts.

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This neon Kelly bag (above) was created by Alexandra Plat specifically for the event

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These ultra important and talented artisans train for years to be able to replicate the quality the brand has demanded and maintained since its inception.
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Examples of the famed Kelly and Birkin bags will be featured in the exhibition, as well as anything equestrian related. Hermes A/W12-13 leather must-haves, below, will also be auctioned offHermes clp RF

Venue 6 Burlington Gardens
Location 6 Burlington Gardens, W1, London, United Kingdom
Date May 08, 2012 at 10:00 – May 27, 2012 at 18:00 . The exhibition will run from May 8 to 27 and entry is free.




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