A stylish read for the fashion lover. Little Book of Hermès tells the story of the legendary house, from its 19th-century saddlery workshop to the iconic bags and scarves carried by Grace Kelly, Jane Birkin and today's style icons.

Why it makes a perfect gift: beautifully illustrated and compact, it doubles as a chic coffee-table object. A refined choice for a birthday, a thank-you or anyone who loves luxury and design.

Inside the book

• The history and craftsmanship of Hermès
• Illustrations of its most coveted pieces
• Stories of the style icons who wore them

Author: Karen Homer, fashion historian