In recent years, scarves have made a comeback in the fashion world. They are a simple accessory, yet the design that can go on them varies greatly. A design needs to have functionality, creativity, proficiency, reliability, and usability. It needs to fill in a need and continue to do its job well after its been purchased. I came across a product that is highly fashionable and is tailored to give the consumer a unique experience. The product is called the Hermes scarf and it’s made from the company of the same name. Many celebrities are clients of these scarf-makers, including Oprah Winfrey and Madonna. Every scarf that is made is hand stitched and printed and come with a scent.
Ergonomics is all about a user’s interaction with a design. There are five areas of ergonomic research: safety, aesthetics, comfort, ease of use, and its performance or productivity. I will apply these areas to the Hermes scarves and see how they stack up. All these areas are vital to a design’s success, although the level of some such as aesthetics does not need to be as significant to some consumers.
Safety is self-explanatory. The product must not injure, impair, or kill its consumer. Safety plays a bigger role in some designs over others. The Hermes scarf isn’t made out of harmful material and it won’t come to life and constrict your neck, so this product is safe.
The Hermes scarf does its job well. Its productivity has been upgraded to include a cashmere and silk blend for colder climates in order to keep a person warmer than their original silk scarves. It is a fashion statement, but it does keep the buyer warm and that is the scarf’s number one priority. One scarf in particular has a zippered outside pocket to put an mp3 player, so you can listen to music while you stay warm.
Comfort and ease of use can be rolled into one. The soft silk fabric or cashmere blend feels great upon the skin, and once its put on, it’s hardly noticed. With a few twists and knots, this scarf becomes completely functional and is ready for the cold night air. This scarf is definitely easy to use.
Aesthetics is where the Hermes scarf shines. One glance at this product, and you will know you are taking in something special. It feels great, but it looks even better. I am a fan of images and patterns that take risks, so look no farther than the Hermes scarf. Hermes has used many motifs as inspiration for their scarves such as: the French Revolution and Texas fauna. The colors are vibrant and the patterns are crisp on these scarves. Most of the scarves follow a military or equestrian motif.
I would love to be a proud owner of a Hermes scarf, but unfortunately my budget won’t allow it. They are quite pricey, however they are made of fine materials and have fine craftsmanship, which has to count for something. I am an advocate for finely designed products and I feel like Hermes should receive recognition for their flawless pursuit of consumer satisfaction, aesthetic supremacy, and for passing their ergonomics exam.
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