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The gesture, the prompt, and the nostalgia of what makes us human
February 1, 2026
Recently, Hermès, one of the most consistent and prestigious luxury brands in the world, made a smart move. On its website and social media, hand-drawn drawings began to appear: imperfect strokes, visible brushstrokes, almost simplistic animations. There was the evidence that a person was behind it. The brand invited around 50 artists from around the world — illustrators, painters, musicians — to translate, in an absolutely personal way, their relationship with the brand’s values. The briefing was open, and the result was deeply human. And this move went viral.








