A clean, longline vest in deep chocolate wool–cashmere with sharp notch lapels and an easy, open front. Dense, soft hand (85% virgin wool / 15% cashmere) with that quiet, weighty drape Hermès does so well. There’s a discreet internal single button if you want a neater line. Made in France. Note: matching trousers shown in the last image are available separately—happy to bundle.
Era:Likely late-’90s/early-’00s based on cut and fabrication; see attribution note below. Material: 85% virgin wool, 15% cashmere (care label) Color: Dark chocolate brown (subtle mélange) Condition: Excellent vintage condition; no notable flaws (see photos) Size: FR 42 (from label) I would recommend it to wear rather oversized from size 36 - 38 Notes: Notch lapels; longline silhouette; internal button + buttonhole; Made in France woven label
Styling: Works over a fine knit, acrisp shirt or over something completely unexpected. Pair with the matching trousers for a modern two-piece column.
Why it made the cut: Hermès tailoring + wool-cashmere + a forever longline shape. It’s that effortless “quiet” piece you’ll wear on repeat across seasons.
Attribution note (designer era): Hermès womenswear was led by Martin Margiela (1997–2003) and then Jean Paul Gaultier (2003–2010). The minimalist longline tailoring is consistent with Margiela→Gaultier era pieces, but without an internal model code I’ll keep the era unconfirmed.
