# **Hermès SS24 Riviera Sandal: A Study in Mediterranean Elegance**
## **Brand Aesthetic Philosophy**
The latest iteration of Hermès' iconic Riviera sandal distills the maison's maritime heritage into wearable art. Drawing from 1930s yacht deck shoes, this silhouette reinterprets nautical codes through the lens of French leather mastery. Each curve follows the anatomical architecture of leisure, where supple hides meet precision stitching in a symphony of understated luxury. The design language speaks of Saint-Tropez sunlight on aged teak – effortless, enduring, and eternally relevant.
## **Artisanal Construction Details**
- **Upper**: Full-grain calfskin with natural grain variation, drum-dyed for depth of color
- **Lining**: Vegetable-tanned lambskin lining, hand-burnished at stress points for frictionless comfort
- **Base**: Triple-density rubber outsole with herringbone traction pattern, reinforced with genuine leather piping along the welt
- **Finishing**: Blind-stitched rand construction allows seamless flexibility at the metatarsal joint
## **International Size Guide**
| EU Size | UK Size | US Size | Foot Length (cm) |
|---------|---------|---------|------------------|
| 35 | 2 | 4 | 22.5 |
| 36 | 3 | 5 | 23 |
| 37 | 4 | 6 | 23.5 |
| 38 | 5 | 7 | 24 |
| 39 | 6 | 8 | 24.5 |
| 40 | 7 | 9 | 25 |
| 41 | 8 | 10 | 25.5 |
| 42 | 9 | 11 | 26 |
*Note: Sizes 40-42 are made-to-order with extended lead times*
## **Styling Directive**
This sandal’s minimalist profile lends itself to fluid linen tailoring or raw-hemmed denim. The neutral palette harmonizes with terracotta-hued resort wear and unbleached cotton shirting. For optimal fit, select your standard European size – the anatomical footbed molds gradually to individual contours.
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🌊 A summer essential that carries the whisper of salt breezes in every stitch.
