{"product_id":"hermes-matte-havane-crocodile-cashmere-vest-fw-2007-fr38","title":"Hermès Matte Havane Crocodile \u0026 Cashmere Vest - FW 2007, FR38","description":"\u003ch4\u003ehermès matte havane crocodile \u0026amp; cashmere vest - fw 2007, fr38\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cp\u003ewhen jean-paul gaultier took the creative reins at hermès, he wove the ho ’s equestrian heritage seamlessly into modern luxury design. his fall\/winter 2007 collection introduced this equestrian-inspired vest, perfected in a silhouette with sleek hip pockets and covered buttons. among the standout creations was this extraordinary matte havane crocodile version, paired with a wool and cashmere knit back — a rare fusion of exotic skin and knitwear that epitomizes gaultier’s innovative vision for hermès.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ehermès crocodile garments are exceptionally rare and were produced only in limited numbers due to their extreme cost and craftsmanship demands. at the time of release, this vest retailed for upward of $20,000. it features a silk lining and a back composed of 70% wool and 30% cashmere. presented here in size fr38 (us 6 equivalent), the vest remains in outstanding condition and showcases hermès’ mastery of blending heritage craftsmanship with avant-garde design. this piece represents both fashion history and collectible rarity.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cul style=\"list-style: none; padding-left: 0;\"\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003econdition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 - excellent (presents as unworn)\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ecollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e fall\/winter 2007\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ecolor:\u003c\/strong\u003e matte havane\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ematerial:\u003c\/strong\u003e crocodile front, wool \u0026amp; cashmere back (70% wool, 30% cashmere), 100% silk lining\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003esize:\u003c\/strong\u003e fr38 (us 6)\u003c\/li\u003e   \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ehardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e covered buttons\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ejanefinds collector’s insight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ehermès crocodile apparel is virtually unseen on the market, with pieces surfacing only rarely in archival collections. this vest is especially significant as it represents one of the few crocodile garments designed under jean-paul gaultier’s tenure, making it a collector’s treasure that bridges fashion history and hermès’ exotic mastery.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ejanefinds resale insight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eexotic hermès ready-to-wear consistently commands strong attention from elite collectors, particularly those pieces linked to notable creative directors. its scarcity, condition, and archival provenance make this vest a highly valuable acquisition in the luxury secondary market.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003chr\u003e \u003cp\u003e?? 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