Once unboxed, I’m pleased to reveal what’s inside does not disappoint. The lipsticks come in a matte and satin formula, both of which deliver strong pigment but provide a different finish. Satin offers a rich, vibrant colour with a slight sheen for long-lasting colour that still moisturises. But the star of the show, for me, is the matte lipstick – it packs a real punch in the colour department with a buttery-velvet finish, yet it still feels really lightweight. I wore the shade 46 Rouge Exotique (a hot orangey-red) on back-to-back calls last week without any need for touch-ups. I even forgot I was wearing it after a few hours (the ultimate matte lipstick test, if you ask me). And if bold reds aren’t your thing, you’re sure to find a colour for you with their range of everyday nudes, plums, pinks and classic reds.

In addition to the brand’s classic Rouge Hermès lipsticks, they have a few more tricks up their sleeve. First up are the limited-edition collections, of which there are two a year – and which can sell out in days. The AW20 collection is all about the colour pink, with three rosy-hued shades that come in colourful limited-edition packaging. I’ve also got my eye on a few of the sister products from the range, which include a handcrafted Lip Brush (made by artisans in France, it looks like something from a Film Noir set), the ultra-rich (and ultra-indulgent) Lip Care Balm and Universal Lip Pencil, which is a colourless pencil that cleverly lines the lips, preps it for lipstick to follow and keeps colour on for longer.