Hermes

Hermès is a French luxury goods manufacturer that is known for its handbags, clothing, and furniture. The company is family-owned and has been consistently ranked as the world's most valuable luxury brand. 

Hermès started as a saddlery and equestrian leather goods company. The company's founder, Emile-Maurice, collaborated with the founders of Renault and Bugatti to create automobile trunks. Jean-Louis Dumas, the son of Robert Dumas-Hermès, became chairman in 1978 and focused the company on silk, leather goods, and ready-to-wear.