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It`s a
birkin
From a Sketch on Paper to the Most Coveted Accessory in the World
PRESENT DAY
1837 YEAR—
Over the years, hermès has come a long way. Initially, it was a workshop crafting equipment for carriages and equestrianism.
And today, hermès is not just about horses anymore. the company designs silk scarves, sells clothing, accessories, porcelain, perfume, and home goods.
It`s a
birkin
From a Sketch on Paper to the Most Coveted Accessory in the World.
PRESENT
DAYS
DAYS
Over the years, hermès has come a long way. Initially, it was a workshop crafting equipment for carriages and equestrianism.
Over the years, hermès has come a long way. Initially, it was a workshop crafting equipment for carriages and equestrianism.
1837 YEAR—
It`s a
birkin
From a Sketch on Paper to the Most Coveted Accessory in the World.
Over the years, hermès has come a long way. Initially, it was a workshop crafting equipment for carriages and equestrianism.
Over the years, hermès has come a long way. Initially, it was a workshop crafting equipment for carriages and equestrianism.
PRESENT
DAYS
DAYS
1837 YEAR—
Among them is the legendary, practical, spacious, and incredibly expensive iconic Birkin Bag.
BUT THE MAINSTAY
OF THE BRAND'S FORTUNE
IS HANDBAGS
BUT THE MAINSTAY OF
THE BRAND'S FORTUNE
Among them is the legendary, practical, spacious, and incredibly expensive iconic Birkin Bag.
BUT THE MAINSTAY OF THE BRAND'S FORTUNE is
THE BRAND'S FORTUNE
handbags
is handbags
it`s name in honor of the
french actress Jane Birkin
moved around with
an enormous basket
For a long time, the actress
actress moved around
with an enormous basket
For a long time, the
As she couldn't find a bag that suited her in terms of both size and quality. But everything changed with a chance encounter on a plane...
Jane Birkin remains an icon of style to this day. Even in worn and crumpled clothing, she looked genuinely elegant and beautiful. Birkin's unique style has become a symbol of an era and continues to inspire many designers worldwide.
The bag model
actress Jane Birkin
received its name
in honor of the french
Jane Birkin remains an icon of style to this day. Even in worn and crumpled clothing, she looked genuinely elegant and beautiful. Birkin's unique style has become a symbol of an era and continues to inspire many designers worldwide.
The bag model received its
name in honor of the French
actress Jane Birkin
As she couldn't find a bag that suited her in terms of both size and quality. But everything changed with a chance encounter on a plane...
For a long time, the actress
The bag model received its name
in honor of the French
actress Jane Birkin
moved around with
an enormous basket
1984 YEAR
Jane Birkin was flying on a plane from Paris to London. During the flight, she placed her basket in the overhead compartment, and the contents of the basket simply spilled out
By a stroke of luck, on the same
flight was also the director
of Hermès, Jean-Louis Dumas
He helped her gather the items, suggesting that she needed a bag with pockets. The actress replied that if Hermès would create a large everyday bag that could fit everything, she would give up her beloved basket in it`s favor.
"I am Hermès, and I will make pockets for you" replied Dumas. And thus, the famous bag was born.
The initial sketch of the bag was made during the flight on a sick leave sheet.
"I am Hermès, and I will make pockets for you" replied Dumas. And thus, the famous bag was born.
The initial sketch of the bag was made during the flight on a sick leave sheet.
He helped her gather the items, suggesting that she needed a bag with pockets. The actress replied that if Hermès would create a large everyday bag that could fit everything, she would give up her beloved basket in its favor.
"I am Hermès, and I will make pockets for you" replied Dumas. And thus, the famous bag was born.
The initial sketch of the bag was made during the flight on a sick leave sheet.
"I am Hermès, and I will make pockets for you" replied Dumas. And thus, the famous bag was born.
The initial sketch of the bag was made during the flight on a sick leave sheet.
same flight was also the
1984 YEAR
Jane Birkin was flying on a plane from Paris to London. During the flight, she placed her basket in the overhead compartment, and the contents of the basket simply spilled out.
director of Hermès,
By a stroke of luck, on the
Jean-Louis Dumas
Birkin did not immediately
attain the status of an "it bag"
Only in the late 90s did the public's attention turn towards the product, sparked by an episode of "Sex and the City" in which Samantha desperately wanted to acquire the elusive bag. After the episode aired, the waiting list for those wanting to purchase the bag tripled.
By the way, the legendary quote “It's not a bag, it's a birkin is also from this series.
Birkin did not immediately
attain the status of an "it bag"
Only in the late 90s did the public's attention turn towards the product, sparked by an episode of "Sex and the City" in which Samantha desperately wanted to acquire the elusive bag. After the episode aired, the waiting list for those wanting to purchase the bag tripled.
Birkin did not
immediately attain the status of an "it bag"
By the way, the legendary quote “It's not a bag, it's a birkin is also from this series.
a Birkin bag starts at $10,000
As of today, the price for
What is it`s phenomenon then?
The perfect signature saddle stitch, made by hand. No intervention of sewing machines!
Hardware made of palladium or white gold.
QUALITY MATERIALS
Only genuine crocodile leather is used to craft the bag. It is highly elastic, so if it is wrinkled, it will regain its shape in a matter of minutes.
ONLY HANDCRAFTED WORK
Having enough money is not sufficient to acquire a Birkin
To purchase a Birkin, it's not just about having enough money. You must be a loyal Hermès customer with an impeccable reputation and a total purchase history of at least 10,000 euros. In such a case, you may be added to the waiting list and have the chance to obtain the coveted bag, possibly after several years.
Demand must exceed supply
The Birkin bag is a real investment
It has been calculated that investing in a vintage Birkin bag is more profitable than in precious metals: the value of rare models increases annually by more than 14%.
The brand takes production very seriously, training craftsmen for a minimum of 5 years. Crafting one bag can take anywhere from 20 to 48 hours of meticulous handwork.
What is its phenomenon then?
The perfect signature saddle stitch, made by hand. No intervention of sewing machines!
Hardware made of palladium or white gold.
QUALITY MATERIALS
Only genuine crocodile leather is used to craft the bag. It is highly elastic, so if it is wrinkled, it will regain its shape in a matter of minutes.
Having enough money is not sufficient to acquire a Birkin
Demand must exceed supply
To purchase a Birkin, it's not just about having enough money. You must be a loyal Hermès customer with an impeccable reputation and a total purchase history of at least 10,000 euros. In such a case, you may be added to the waiting list and have the chance to obtain the coveted bag, possibly after several years.
The Birkin bag is a real investment
It has been calculated that investing in a vintage Birkin bag is more profitable than in precious metals: the value of rare models increases annually by more than 14%.
ONLY HANDCRAFTED WORK
The brand takes production very seriously, training craftsmen for a minimum of 5 years. Crafting one bag can take anywhere from 20 to 48 hours of meticulous handwork.
What is its phenomenon then?
The perfect signature saddle stitch, made by hand. No intervention of sewing machines!
ONLY HANDCRAFTED WORK
The brand takes production very seriously, training craftsmen for a minimum of 5 years. Crafting one bag can take anywhere from 20 to 48 hours of meticulous handwork
Hardware made of palladium or white gold.
QUALITY MATERIALS
Only genuine crocodile leather is used to craft the bag. It is highly elastic, so if it is wrinkled, it will regain its shape in a matter of minutes.
Demand must exceed supply.
Having enough money is not sufficient to acquire a Birkin
The Birkin bag is a real investment
To purchase a Birkin, it's not just about having enough money. You must be a loyal Hermès customer with an impeccable reputation and a total purchase history of at least 10,000 euros. In such a case, you may be added to the waiting list and have the chance to obtain the coveted bag, possibly after several years.
It has been calculated that investing in a vintage Birkin bag is more profitable than in precious metals: the value of rare models increases annually by more than 14%.
IN 2017, AT AN AUCTION IN HONG KONG, THE HIMALAYA BIRKIN BAG MODEL WAS SOLD FOR A RECORD-BREAKING AMOUNT OF $380,000
The bag was made from the skin of a rare Himalayan crocodile, adorned with gold and diamonds.
IN 2017, AT AN AUCTION IN HONG KONG, THE HIMALAYA BIRKIN BAG MODEL WAS SOLD FOR A RECORD-BREAKING AMOUNT OF $380,000
The bag was made from the skin of a rare Himalayan crocodile, adorned with gold and diamonds.
Famous admirers
of the Birkin
Victoria Beckham is one of the biggest admirers of the Birkin bag, with her collection totaling more than 100 pieces.
And this is just a small part of Kylie Jenner's collection
Kim can often be seen with Hermes bags, but the gem of her collection is the bag gifted to her by Kanye West in 2013. George Condo depicted a group of nude figures on the bag. The bag is valued at $40,000.
And as for her wardrobe...
Apparently, it runs in the Kardashian family! The family's momager, Kris Jenner, is also a huge fan of the Birkin bag model.
In Jennifer Lopez's collection, you can find absolutely different models, including the rarest ones, such as that infamous bag made from Himalayan crocodile leather.
Famous admirers
Apparently, it runs in the Kardashian family! The family's momager, Kris Jenner, is also a huge fan of the Birkin bag model.
of the Birkin
In Jennifer Lopez's collection, you can find absolutely different models, including the rarest ones, such as that infamous bag made from Himalayan crocodile leather.
Victoria Beckham is one of the biggest admirers of the Birkin bag, with her collection totaling more than 100 pieces.
Kim can often be seen with Hermes bags, but the gem of her collection is the bag gifted to her by Kanye West in 2013. George Condo depicted a group of nude figures on the bag. The bag is valued at $40,000.
And as for her wardrobe...
And this is just a small part of Kylie Jenner's collection.
DID JANE BIRKIN
Initially, she had four pieces in her collection, but later, she donated all of them to charity
NOT HAVE A BIRKIN BAG?
Moreover, in one of the interviews, she shared how she 'forced Hermès to spend on charitable causes as soon as she saw the wealth they were making.
For her, the highly coveted and insanely expensive Birkin was just a bag, the most ordinary thing.
