Two new versions have been added, pairing fiberglass composite cases with ceramic bezels, while white and Malta blue give the watch a brighter, sportier look five years after its debut.

When it debuted at Watches and Wonders in 2021, the Hermès H08 quickly made an impression thanks to a design that differed from most sports watches on the market. The French Maison brought a fresh perspective to Swiss watch design by choosing a cushion-shaped case, softly rounded case curves, and Arabic numerals designed specifically according to Hermès’ own “aesthetic standards.”
Five years later, that design language remains intact, while the collection has become increasingly diverse with more choices in materials, colors, and functions. In the two latest versions for 2026, Hermès brings the H08 back in two new colors: one in pure white, while the other uses Malta blue, a soft and bright shade characteristic of the waters surrounding the Mediterranean island nation of the same name.

For the two versions introduced in 2026, Hermès uses a fiberglass composite material coated with aluminum for the watch cases. The fiber structure is clearly visible on the surface of the material, creating natural striations in a grey-white tone that differs from the smooth, polished appearance usually seen on metal cases. The material’s light weight also suits the H08’s design direction for everyday use.
Both watches use ceramic bezels with a radially satin-brushed finish. Mirror-polished bevels create a clear separation between the upper surface of the bezel and the composite case body, highlighting the contrast between surface textures on a design with a minimalist, aesthetically driven character.&nbsp;Both versions are water-resistant to 10 bar, or 100 meters, and are paired with matching white or Malta blue rubber straps.

Both versions feature glossy white lacquered dials combined with raised Arabic numerals in a typeface developed specifically for the H08. The numerals feature geometric lines, rounded corners, and distinctive proportions, creating an easily recognizable visual identity.&nbsp;The hour markers are treated with ruthenium, a rare precious metal, and coated with Super-LumiNova®, as are the hour and minute hands, allowing the wearer to read the time in low-light conditions.
Powering the Hermès H08 is the self-winding Manufacture Hermès H1837 movement, made in Switzerland. The movement measures 26mm in diameter and 3.7mm thick, operates at a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour, or 4 Hz, and offers a 50-hour power reserve. The H1837 movement diligently and precisely handles the display of hours, minutes, seconds, and the date.
For Hermès, a watch is part of a refined world shaped by skilled hands, where practical value always goes hand in hand with design. That philosophy is also expressed through the H08’s two new colorways, a mechanical watch with a sporty appearance that still maintains exacting aesthetic standards.

Courtesy of Hermès.

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