Hermes Through the Decades

1837

Foundation

Thierry Hermès opens harness shop in Paris

1900

Innovation

Introduces first handbag, the Haut à courroies

1937

Silk Scarves

Launches iconic silk scarf collection

1956

Kelly Bag

Renames handbag after Grace Kelly

1984

Birkin Born

Creates the legendary Birkin bag

2000s

Global Expansion

Expands worldwide while maintaining exclusivity

Today

Luxury Leader

Continues as pinnacle of luxury craftsmanship