While Apple’s September Keynote event was dominated by iPhone updates, there has been careful attention given to Apple's ongoing collaboration with luxury French House Hermès.

This year, we're introduced to the Apple Watch Hermès 11, a refreshed collection that blends high fashion with technical innovation. This year’s update introduces new titanium cases, a first-ever knit band, and a whimsical animated watch face that pays homage to Hermès’ Paris flagship. Truly, the Apple Watch Hermès feels less like a gadget and more like a luxury watch.

New case finishes and sizes

The 2025 models of Apple Watch Hermès come in silver titanium, available in 42mm and 46mm sizes. These polished cases bring the premium durability of titanium to the Hermès line while adding lightness and additional comfort. Of course, the finish is exclusive to Hermès within the Series 11 family, setting it apart from standard aluminium and titanium options.

Exclusive couture Hermès bands

We're introduced to the new Faubourg Party knit band. This is the very first jacquard knit material offered in the Hermès range. This object draws inspiration from the storied address of 24 Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré in Paris – which is the home to Hermès' iconic flagship. The band is accompanied by a playful animated watch face set inside the House’s famous storefront. Available in both 42mm and 46mm sizes, it gives Hermès owners a rare combination of couture whimsy and digital craftsmanship.

Joining the Faubourg Party knit band is the Grand H metal link (narrow) band, designed specifically for the 42mm case. A slimmer iteration from the Grand H band introduced last year. With its elegant links, it offers a more refined and jewellery-like aesthetic for smaller wrists. The Grand H metal link narrow band delicately communicates the House codes, a gesture that allows the experience of luxury, without compromising on the features and health tracking of a smart device.

For adventurers, Hermès has extended its influence to the Apple Watch Ultra 3 line. The sporty En Mer band gets two new colourways, while the Scub’H Diving band debuts in durable rubber with a titanium buckle. It's elevated but practical for those who partake in water sports and diving.

Animated watch faces

The new animated Hermès face is the visual centrepiece of this year’s lineup. It mirrors the Faubourg Party knit band’s playful theme, featuring a stylised rendering of Hermès’ flagship boutique. Available for 42mm and 46mm, it underscores Apple’s ongoing willingness to tailor digital experiences around Hermès’ heritage.

Seasonal colours and seasonal palette

Beyond the headline bands, the Hermès watch collection sees a refreshed seasonal palette with new colours across its broader strap range. While Apple hasn’t detailed every shade, the En Mer line’s additions highlight the Maison’s move to keep styles rotating with each collection.

Availability

Pre-orders for Apple Watch Hermès are open already, with in-store availability beginning Friday, 19 September in Australia. Pricing depends on band and case pairing but, as always, the Hermès editions sit at the very top of Apple’s smartwatch line.