Thierry Hermès, an orphan, was skilled with leather – so skilled that his main clients in the 19th century were royal families. Six generations later, the Hermès family – and brand – is now known for ...

Jane Birkin, the namesake of the elusive Hermès handbag and collaborator of singer Serge Gainsbourg, died on Sunday at the age of 76 after inspiring a generation of directors, fashion designers and ...