Behind the scenes at the quirky Hermès exhibition in LA – in pictures

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  Visitors were invited to try out their basket ball skills in this custom-made court at the exhibition. Courtesy Hermès

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  A wall and bench painted to resemble light spilling from a lampost, showing off spring/summer 2017 accessories. Courtesy Hermès

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  Hermès CEO Axel Dumas and artistic director of menswear Véronique Nichanian at the event. Courtesy Hermès

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  Outside, large neon signs lit the way around the outdoor space. Courtesy Hermès

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  Walls covered in posters urging guests to get involved, and immerse themselves into the exhibition. Courtesy Hermès

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  A room lined in record covers, made from Hermès scarves. Each one contained a record that could be listened to on a turntable via headphones. Courtesy Hermès

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  A room with a giant crossword puzzle wallpaper, and shelves stacked with magazines. Courtesy Hermès

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  Local LA band Cold War Kids played for the crowd, dressed in SS17 Hermès. Courtesy Hermès

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  Hanging in frames were different leathers, suedes, knits and silks that visitors were invited to touch and feel. Courtesy Hermès

As part of its touring spring/summer 2017 men’s collection, for one night, Hermès transformed a forgotten warehouse in Los Angeles into DwnTwnMen LA, an interactive exhibition, fashion show venue and art space.