Fact: This Classic Vintage Handbag Is a Better Investment Than Gold
August 08, 2021 at 06:01AM From Hollywood to the FROW, the iconic Birkin bag has become a global symbol of status and wealth. Its easy-to-recognise shape and hardware can be customised in countless exotic materials, and it’s handcrafted in a six-phase process over the course of 20 hours. Even with its jaw-dropping price tag, the Hermès Birkin remains one of the most difficult bags to get your hands on because of overwhelming demand. That said, luxury re-sale site Vestiaire Collective recently revealed that the Birkin was one of the most in-demand bags last year and saw an increase in sales of +185% in 2020. But what exactly has given this iconic piece of arm candy such enduring popularity? To understand how the Birkin bag became such a hot-ticket item, read on.A straw-and–tan leather version of the Hermès Birkin on the streets of fashion week.Jane Birkin with a…
