Hermes

For more than a century, Hermes has brought to the world luxury items of distinction. As times changed, Hermes kept pace. Moving from the equestrian field to the world of automobiles, Hermes began designing luggage, trunks, gloves and car accessories.

Established in 1837 as a maker of fine saddles and harnesses, Hermes immediately gained a reputation for its luxurious leathers and quality craftsmanship. By the early 1900s, the brand had acquired a very prestigious international following.in the 1920s, Hermes carved out its own niche creating elegant watchstraps for the finest companies. In the 1930s, the brand launched its handbags and in 1937, unveiled its own custom silk scarves. In the ensuing decades, Hermes reveled in its position as a leader of the world's finest French products. In 1975, Hermes launched its Kelly watch—fashioned after its most famous Kelly handbag.

This watchmaking factory gave rise to an entire collection of Hermes watches that embody the spirit and style of the brand. Over the decades, Hermes has unveiled a variety of important watch collections, including the Clipper Cape Cod, Espace and H-Our signature watch line. Now, Hermes has expanded the Nomade collection by adding a striking ladies' version, a chronograph, a men's bracelet model, and the precision-oriented compass watch. The Nomade Compass watch links time and space in avant-garde fashion. The anti-magnetic stainless steel case features a sapphire crystal and a hinged back cover that opens to reveal the compass beneath an optical mineral glass. The elongated rectangular Cape Cod collection also inherits a sporty new member. The Cape Cod Deux Zones displays two time zones—each on a separate subdial on the gracefully curved watch face. Water resistant to 50 meters, the watch is incredibly versatile with its various colored offerings. Constantly revisiting and reinterpreting its long-time bestsellers, Hermes can't resist adding new touches.The Paprika model from the 1970s has been reintroduced with a moveable H-shaped case-to-bracelet attachment that also offers a very modern appeal.