-SPECIAL- “HERMES” 90’s-00’s wide-collar linen shirt

Since its founding in 1837, HERMES has carried forward craftsmanship and reverence for materials rooted in its Parisian harness-making ateliers—and this exceptional shirt stands out for its fine linen and striking wide-point collar.

Made from 100% linen with fine, subtle texture, the fabric does not appear as a uniform black when it catches the light; instead, it reveals rich variations of deep brown and gray, bringing depth of expression even within a calm, understated palette. While it maintains a suitable level of structure, it is not stiff—its naturally airy linen character slips effortlessly into the shape of the body.

A wide point collar that extends prominently to both sides is set around the neckline. In addition to the shirt’s neat and refined appearance, it also provides a strong definition around the face. If worn with the buttons undone, the collar’s presence is accentuated; when fastened up to the top, the look becomes more structured and composed—so the styling can be varied according to how you wear it.

The front features a button-up closure arranged vertically, and a vertical patch pocket is placed on the chest. While the straight, streamlined body keeps decoration to a minimum, the collar and pocket draw the eye—so even when paired with simple bottoms, the overall style gains clear, defined shape.

Inside the collar, you will find HERMES woven tags featuring a carriage motif, along with a separate MADE IN FRANCE tag. The care label specifies “100% Lin Linen Lino,” and you can also confirm dry-cleaning instructions in French, English, and Spanish.

We estimate the era to be from the 1990s to the early 2000s, based on an overall assessment of vintage-style woven tags, multilingual care labels, and spare materials that do not include contemporary QR codes or URLs. However, since there is no direct notation indicating the production year, it is not possible to make a definitive claim about a specific year or season.

This is a piece that expresses its heritage—rooted in HERMES’s harness-making origins—quietly, not by strongly proclaiming it through logos or ornamentation, but through French-made tailoring, the character of the materials, and the collar’s structured design. While maintaining the refinement expected of a brand shirt, it also offers everyday practicality that blends in naturally with daily wear.

This shirt is especially recommended for those who want to create presence through silhouette and material rather than displaying the logo prominently. Taking advantage of linen’s lightness, it can be worn on its own in spring and summer; and in cooler periods, you can incorporate it under a jacket or long coat to enjoy styling across seasons.

For styling, a look with wool slacks and leather shoes is particularly striking, highlighting the collar’s presence. Layering a tailored jacket preserves an HERMES-like neatness while delivering a mode-inspired impression. It also works well for a genderless outfit paired with wide pants or a long coat, and by building a wardrobe around black or other deep-toned items, the linen’s character and the large collar stand out even more.

We would be delighted if you took this opportunity.