Simply Abu Dhabi XIII

2 8 6 S I M P LY A B U DH A B I Hermès Men’s Collection, Spring/Summer 2014 I n her twenty-fifth year at Maison Hermès, Véronique Nichanian has created an unusually simple and effortless collection that oozes class. Comprising t-shirts, ankle- length trousers and jumpsuits, the collection focuses on comfort and style above formality and structure. Quality fabrics and inventive use of iconic prints make for a fresh and light ensemble that embodies freedom and quality. Timeless cuts and superbly balancedmaterials make for a vivid, yet understated, mood that triumphantly uses muted styling to resounding effect. Blues and navy blues work effortlessly and effectively with sharp aquamarine, cool white and warm grey. Richer sienna tones contrast with sky blue, evoking a feeling of clarity and a reserved palette. The overall feel of the collection remains strikingly simple, subtle and uncluttered. Cotton and linen take centre stage alongside gabardine, leather and silk, with a full range of accessories such as slip-on shoes made from soft leather, sandals with rope soles, and canvas bags.