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PRESS RELEASE | Looking Beyond Hermès- The New Frontier of Design: FASHION X ART Limited Edition Collectibles

Jerry Chang, Junior Specialist of Handbags & Accessories, tells us how both avid and new collectors of Hermès handbags at auction can think outside of the signature orange box: 
Jewellery, Watches & Handbags
Hong Kong APAC 31 October 2019

1/ Interplay between Contemporary Artists & Luxury Labels

 

Great minds think alike – Boundary breaking legendary artists and luxury brands’ creative directors unite

The fruits of their collaborations often give a refreshing twist to rigid designs, with a playful touch of the artist’s signature prints breathing new life into these handbags. Below we see how renowned Japanese contemporary artists Takashi Murakami and Yayoi Kusama transformed Louis Vuitton handbags into artistic collectibles.

2/ Luxury X Street Style, Music X Fashion

 

The influence of the late Karl Lagerfeld, Pharrell Williams and the Supreme brand transcends music, luxury and street fashion and is beautifully embodied by the extraordinary craftsmanship and exquisite materials from Chanel and Louis Vuitton.

3/ More Fun beyond Handbags

 

Whether you are buying for collecting or gifting to your beloved ones, limited editions of luxury accessories are the way to go, adding playful joy and excitement to any closet.

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