Estimated early 1990s, Hermès Paris 'Navy Polyamide Half Coat'.
A special arrival.
Hermès Paris — a name that requires no introduction, standing at the pinnacle of luxury craftsmanship.
The house was founded in 1837 when Thierry Hermès established his saddlery workshop in Paris, laying the foundation for what would become the world's most refined luxury house.
Foreseeing the decline of horse-drawn carriages with the rise of automobiles, Hermès pivoted toward leather goods—bags, wallets, and accessories—evolving into the institution we know today.
The emblematic Hermès crest carries a profound meaning: 'We provide the finest carriage, but it is you who must drive it.'
"We offer exceptional products and a world unto themselves, but you occupy the driver's seat. It is you who propels your life forward."
This philosophy has remained at the heart of the house since its inception.
The half coat stands as one of Hermès's enduring essentials.
An elegant silhouette defined by refined collar proportions, front closure rendered invisible through double-breasted construction, and asymmetrically designed hand warmers—each detail speaks to Hermès's uncompromising standards. Within apparent simplicity lies extraordinary attention.
The deliberate refinement of such minute details, marshaled toward pure elegance, exemplifies the artisanal discipline for which Hermès is renowned.
The front closure operates via a concealed zip mechanism.
The zip slider itself bears the mark of riri manufacture,
while the slider pull features a leather tab bearing the Hermès signature—no detail overlooked.
The fabric is 100% polyamide.
Polyamide—known in Japan as nylon, though European terminology favors the former—possesses remarkable qualities: water resistance without water absorption, exceptional quick-dry properties, and genuine utility in inclement conditions. A superior functional fabric.
Nylon often carries connotations of the ordinary, yet in Hermès's hands, convention dissolves entirely.
This fabric—substantial, supple, luxurious to the touch—represents a sensory experience quite singular to the house. One might even say it cannot be encountered elsewhere.
The coloring is navy, a shade of enduring versatility.
Refined design. Refined construction. Refined color.
This convergence of thoughtful choices yields a coat worthy of the designation 'lifetime piece.' For those seeking garments that transcend seasonal fashion—pieces meant for years, even decades of faithful wear—this represents an exceptional consideration.
Size marked 56.
Corresponds approximately to XL–XXL in Japanese sizing.
The garment presents generously proportioned dimensions, accommodating larger frames without constraint.
The piece exists in excellent condition—free of notable soiling or surface wear.
Naturally,no structural damage compromises wearability. It remains entirely ready for continued use.
Among the many luxury houses, Hermès Paris occupies an rank entirely its own.
To experience the materials which flow from such an institution is a privilege worth pursuing.
Such pieces arrive at our shop with genuine scarcity. Should you be searching, we would encourage you not to let this opportunity pass.