Hermes Scarf Libres Comme L’Air (Free as the Air) Spotless Collectible

In glorious pillarbox red, this Hermes scarf appears in perfect condition, but if you look carefully, you can tell that it’s a ‘plisse’. We didnt notice at first. This means that it was formerly a pleated scarf, and it has very faint diagonal lines across it, left over from the original folds, accounting for its competitive pricing and lower-than-otherwise condition scoring. But really – you can hardly tell! Condition 8.75/10.

Carre de Paris writes:

A collector’s delight, Annie Faivre’s Libres Comme L’Air, released in 2003, stands as a testament to the enduring artistry found within the Hermès carré. This design, highly sought after by collectors and fashion enthusiasts alike, is a masterclass in detail and evocative storytelling.

Faivre, celebrated for her intricate and imaginative Hermès designs, often infuses her work with a playful touch – a hidden monkey, a signature element that adds a layer of intrigue for the discerning observer.  Libres Comme L’Air, translating to Free as the Air, captures the essence of its name through a dynamic depiction of various birds in flight.

As Hermès eloquently states, these birds, guided by the rhythm of seasons, “setting off from afar, not always arriving, landing here and there, then resuming their travels, taking with them our dreams of paradisiacal climates.” The central theme resonates deeply: the unbridled joy of movement, the boundless expanse of possibility, and the power of dreams to take flight.

Libres Comme L’Air is not just another beautiful testament to the enduring allure of Hermès craftsmanship and Annie Faivre’s artistic genius; it’s a treasure for anyone who cherishes beauty, and a reminder that dreams, like birds, are meant to soar.