"HERMES" Margiela period Les Étoiles, Stars silk shirt

Starting as a saddlery workshop near the Madeleine in Paris, the company has been promoting the "tradition of craftsmanship" and the "joy of travel and mobility."

We would like to introduce you to a special piece from HERMES, based on this concept.

This masterpiece, with its meticulous brushwork that draws out a celestial map and its motif that exudes a poetic narrative, gives the impression of quietly re-examining the viewer's sense of time. This silk shirt, designed by Martin Margiela at HERMES during his time there, has the theme of "Les Étoiles (The Stars)."

The designs, which are intricately drawn with latitudes and longitudes, names of constellations, and even the ecliptic and equator in the night sky, have a structural beauty that seems to have referenced 19th century astronomical atlases, and the arrangement of each star and the outlines of animals exude an intellect where science and poetry intersect. The lines are delicate and elegantly arranged, and while they have a classical feel, they also have a neutral appearance that seems to quietly blend into the space.

The material used is soft, yet firm twill silk, a material unique to France, and its supple drape gives the generous width and long length a sense of tension, enhancing the visual impression of the light and shadows and the lines of the stars that are woven together with each step. In addition, the stitching on the placket and cuffs is carefully tailored, so it maintains the structured silhouette without compromising the poetry of the print, which is also an excellent feature.

What is particularly noteworthy about this shirt is that the text information such as "HERCULES" and "URSA MAJOR" is used as the design, and the text and image are harmoniously integrated, giving a sense of immersion as if you are present in a star chart. This kind of item is not just a fashion item, but is worthy of being called a "quiet statement piece" that speaks of the intelligence and gaze of the wearer.

As for styling, pairing it with wool slacks and a jacket with a natural sheen will add a touch of modern sophistication while still maintaining a painterly mood, bringing out the beauty of the pattern. We also recommend layering a smooth knit underneath, and inserting a different material with a soft touch to bring out the flowing lines that seem to trace the orbits of the stars.

Please take this opportunity.