Painted Rarity

Hermès reveals the Slim d'Hermès Neo Brandebourgs, an exclusive timepiece that embraces both the maison's fashion and watchmaking heritage.

- ALISON LOH

FOR 10 YEARS, the Slim d'Hermès has been all about restraint.

The hallmarks were there: slim case, clean lines, quiet elegance. So, when Hermès unveiled the Slim d'Hermès Neo Brandebourgs, it marked a surprising shift. Minimalism had been thrown out the window. Instead, there were explosions of colour, lines, and motifs. This is storytelling on your wrist.

The watch comes in two versions: neon green with blue accents, and light blue with ochre brown. What makes them special is the dial, which fea

tures an engraved military jacket reimagined by Japanese designer Daisuke Nomura.