As early as before the First World War, ettori Bugatti, who loves French and horses, chose Hermes to tailor various saddles for thoroughbred horses in his stables. In the saddle workshop at No.24 St. Honnore Road, the order catalogue clearly records what the customer and art connoisseur are eager to get-lightweight English saddle, seamless lady’s side saddle, double-horse carriage set, horn whip, English horse wearing, flower bet EB (abbreviation of ettori Bugatti) cut on wool fabric, and so on-all of which prove his famous saying: ". Emile Hermes’ autograph can usually be seen on the items of these orders: during that time, Emile and his brother were in charge of Hermes Brothers’ workshop together, and they would personally supervise the processing and production of these products according to Bugatti’s orders.

　　Bugatti Veyron Hermes Special Edition

　　As an accomplished harness manufacturer, Emil was also interested in a new adventure at that time … that was the car. At the end of 1914, he went to North America on business and visited the Ford Motor Factory in Detroit. Franchised by the Canadian military, the zipper was used on the soft ceiling of Ford T Torpedo series cars. This revolutionary new device aroused Emile’s great interest, and he soon obtained the patent right of this design in France. A close connection based on mutual understanding and trust, a love for horses and a fascination with cars-the intersection of the talented inventor and designer in the mechanical field and his favorite harness manufacturing expert was built here.

　　The year 1920 witnessed a decisive turning point for Hermes: Emile became the sole manager of the family business, and from then on, he began to boldly develop products and always adhered to diversified business strategies. At this time, Hermes has become a leading fitting expert in the industry in providing comfortable and elegant experience for driving around, and thus established its symbolic position. At the travel equipment trade fair, the company’s booth is always filled with all kinds of accessories with exquisite workmanship, practical design and novel styles-comfortable driving clothes, thick blankets with pockets, beverage cans, shoes or cosmetics, travel clocks, vacuum thermos bottles between walls, car decorations, radiator caps, etc.-A dazzling array of products has always become the hottest public topic of the day.

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　　A bag with a round handle-called sac haut à fermeture éclair ("long handbag with zipper") or Sacpour L ‘auto ("travel bag")-has been widely concerned since 1923-the first luggage bag with a safety zipper. Its rounded line outline reproduces the elegant and unique grille design of the "horseshoe radiator" on Bugatti cars-thus connecting the two companies again. In 1930, the fashion department of Hermes grandly launched a women’s dress named "Bugatti". This sports suit is bold in design and all made of leather fabrics, which shows the avant-garde spirit of Hermes fashion.

　　In 1929, ettori ordered a beautiful suitcase in Hermè s Workshop, which was installed on the first car in the Royale series of Bugatti, and it was a perfect fit with the car body designed by Charles T. Weymann. This suitcase is made of wear-resistant yellow cowhide, which was completed in June 1929. The raised upper cover has a rounded outline and the initials "EB" are marked in the center. Coupled with the "finishing touch" of Hermes, this car was successfully sold at the Paris Concours d‘Elegance at the highest price of the exhibition.

　　In the spring of 1937, a Bugatti Atlantic 57S coupé won the highest honor at the Tournoi de super-élégance held in Zhu Ang. The jury also made special mention of the interior design of the car and praised it. The ashtray, vacuum flask and suitcase are all made of pigskin by Hermes.

　　Today, these two top brands, known for their elegant style and exquisite workmanship, have become classic legends. But up to now, the values that inspire them to keep moving forward are still full of vitality, which can be traced back to the personal practice of Emile and ettori-elegance, comfort, speed, strength and security, which are the goals they have been pursuing all their lives. They all cherish the value of innovation, break away from convention, forge ahead, and devote unlimited energy to the improvement and decoration of everyday objects. Both brands are actively trying to integrate tradition and modernity, and have found a meeting point in many aspects, and here it is on leather products. In 2008, their names were linked together again, which opened a new chapter in this wonderful story …

　　At the 78th Geneva Motor Show (March 6-16, 2008), Bugatti and Hermè s jointly launched the product of cooperation between the two brands: Bugatti Veyron Fbg par Hermès, thus connecting the excellent mechanical properties of Bugatti with Hermes’ professional experience and exquisite craftsmanship. In the process of cooperation with Hermes, designer Gabriele Pezzini integrated the distinctive style of Hermes into the design of Bugatti Veyron 16.4, which showed the unique temperament of this car more and more.