Hermès has announced that Véronique Nichanian, Artistic Director of the house’s Men’s Universe, will present her final collection on Saturday, the 24th of January 2026, during Paris Fashion Week for the Autumn-Winter 2026–2027 season.
The upcoming show will mark the end of an era for Hermès menswear, closing nearly four decades of creative direction under Nichanian, who joined the house in 1988 at the invitation of Jean-Louis Dumas. In its statement, Hermès expressed deep gratitude for her “eye, vision, generosity, energy and curiosity”, crediting her with shaping “the destiny of a man who walks with allure” and driving the continued success of the men’s universe.
Nichanian said that her departure comes after “immense pleasure” in working for Hermès and being part of what she described as a “big family” that allowed her “total creative freedom”. Reflecting on her approach, she added that she has continuously sought to reinvent her understanding of the vêtement-objet by combining materials and techniques to create a contemporary wardrobe where “innovation and heritage are brought together”.
She thanked Jean-Louis Dumas, Axel and Pierre-Alexis Dumas, as well as the Hermès teams and her studio, for their trust and collaboration. “My wish has always been to create clothes of today for the long term,” she said, emphasising her belief that “there is not an Hermès man; there are Hermès men.”
Under Nichanian’s direction, Hermès menswear became defined by a chic, discreet and timeless elegance, expressed through precision in tailoring and her attention to detail—often referred to as “selfish” details designed to please the wearer. Her collections consistently explored the interplay of craftsmanship, functionality and innovation, with a focus on how garments are lived in rather than simply worn.
Over nearly forty years, Nichanian established Hermès as a reference point in contemporary men’s fashion, creating a style rooted in the house’s artisanal heritage while evolving with the times. Her work has consistently found strong success among clients worldwide.
