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What Hermes Symbols and Date Codes Mean

Hermes is not so secretive when it comes to the production of their products, they actually inform their clients of how they source their exotic skins. This level of transparency is how Hermes remains the elite fashion house in the luxury industry.

The Hermes Birkin JPG Shoulder Bag

The Hermes Birking JPG was named after Jean Paul Gaultier, the designer and mastermind of the bag. During his tenure with Hermes, he did a modern day twist on the iconic Birkin by shortening the body, extending the handles longer and including larger hardware. Making this a perfect shoulder bag.

Top 6 “Mommy” Bag

Mommy Bag (noun): Mary Poppins of bags usually contain diapers, snacks and everything you and everyone around you may need. Contrary to popular belief, you don’t need to have a kid to rock a mommy bag. How is a mommy bag different from a tote? I’m glad you asked. A mommy bag can be even a small bag that if organized correctly, can fit everything you could possibly need. A tote is usually larger and typically made of canvas, leather or any easy to clean material. These bags are perfect since they are able to carry all essentials while remaining stylish and elegant. The Birkin is the OG mommy bag – Jane Birkin originally used it as a diaper bag. Bags are meant to be enjoyed and used. If you are worried about them getting a little dirty, don’t worry, we […]

10 Tips on How to Score a Birkin

Looking to score a Birkin? Here are 10 tips on how you can score your next Birkin! 

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The Story Behind The Bag: Hermès Kelly & Hermès Birkin

Ever wondered what makes a Hermès Birkin or a Hermès Kelly so special?  The internet lost it when rapper Offset gifted his 2-year-old daughter Kulture with an $8,000 Birkin handbag for her second birthday.  Cardi B, the Kardashians, and the Jenners are all avid lovers of the Hermès Birkin. Other celebrities like Drake have been reported to be purchasing Birkins as collection items that they will be gifting to their future partners or wives.  Prior to the creation of the Birkin, the Hermès Kelly was recognized by several celebrities and fashion icons like Grace Kelly to be the ‘dream bag’ for many women across the world.    Some of the highest priced luxury handbags in the world, ranging anywhere from $100,000 to over a million dollars, are from Hermès. But what is the history behind these luxury handbags and what makes them so unique and prestigious?    From ‘Hermès Bugatti’ to ‘Hermès Kelly’ Before the emergence of the world-renowned Hermès […]