December 30, 2010
Christophe Lemaire wants to bring a more honest vision of fashion to Hermes
I think that it’s time to go back to a more honest vision of fashion, and that there is room for a simpler, more pared-down wardrobe that is better suited to everyday life. I have always campaigned to bring quality and, if possible, poetry to everyday life. You don’t change your wardrobe every six months. You build it up over time.
-New Hermes designer Christophe Lemaire tells WWD
I agree with building your wardrobe overtime and purchasing items you will want/have forever, but I don’t think that has anything to do with a “more honest vision of fashion” and excuse me, ”a simpler more pared-down wardrobe.”
What the balls is he talking about? Do you even want to sell clothes?
Odd.
Actually I like what he said and agree. You spend money on key timeless styles and build upon that over time. Invest in that Hermes scarf, and you will be wearing it through out your life. Invest in that handbag and you will use it at various points through your life and your kids will probably be fighting over who gets it. I believe he is speaking very consciously of the current state of monetary value in the world and actually saying – spend it and you will use it forever. Works for me!
Dawn
30 Dec 10 at 12:10 pm
So true! I completely agree with building your wardrobe over time and investment pieces, but I am confused by the first couple of sentences in the quote.
-Amanda
Amanda Del Duca
30 Dec 10 at 1:49 pm