Leila Menchari: The Queen of Enchantment

Leïla Menchari, born in Tunis, was responsible for designing the traffic-stopping window displays at Hermès prestigious flagship store in Paris for over 30 years. Her aesthetic vision and sense of color and texture created magnificent installations that brought the best out of silk and leather. This publication features 137 Hermès storefronts created by Menchari between 1978 and 2013, with a preface by Hermès CEO Axel Dumas.

Format: Hardback
Length: 408 pages
Publication date: 14 December 2023
Publisher: Actes Sud

Leïla Menchari, a renowned artist born in 1928, has been responsible for creating stunning window displays for Hermès' prestigious flagship store located at 24 rue du Faubourg-Saint-Honoré in Paris for over three decades. Menchari's artistic vision and her exquisite sense of color and texture have resulted in magnificent installations that showcase the finest qualities of silk and leather. Hailing from Tunis, Menchari considers herself a citizen of the world, drawing inspiration from her travels to the Near and Far East, encounters with renowned artists, and her training in the Beaux-Arts.

For Hermès, Menchari has envisioned countless imaginative storefronts, including Egyptian archaeological sites made from sand and crumbling statues, as well as iconic scenes of Paris crafted out of organza. Her creations have transformed the windows of Hermès into captivating realms that transport visitors into fantastical worlds.

This extensively illustrated and luxurious publication, featuring a preface by Hermès CEO Axel Dumas, delves into 137 Hermès storefronts designed by Leïla Menchari between 1978 and 2013. Each page showcases Menchari's exceptional talent and artistic prowess, providing a glimpse into the magic she has created for Hermès over the years.

Through her visionary designs, Leïla Menchari has left an indelible mark on the fashion industry, elevating Hermès to new heights of creativity and beauty. Her legacy continues to inspire and enchant audiences around the world, reminding us of the power of art to transform spaces and evoke emotions.

Dimension: 280 x 220 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9782330084158