When a saucy Lily Cole opened Hermès’ fall show with a one-piece leather catsuit, bowler hat and a black croc umbrella, she made it clear that we were about to witness a dandified romp down the runway. One part James Bond, one part Charlie’s Angels and a splash of Savile Row, the collection featured crystal-embellished top hats, strap-on leather epaulettes and an occasional peek of leopard. Coco Rocha peered through a monocle while she worked a black trench, which was draped over her shoulders like a cape. One model even carried a newspaper under her arm as she flaunted her smart camel overcoat. Leather three-piece suits, ties, suspenders and sexy, suffocating belts brought a satirical bondage vibe to Galliano’s vision. But despite his foppish parody, impeccably tailored everything along with luxurious knits, subtle fur collars and yes, a mink umbrella epitomized the elegance that is the essence of Hermès.

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