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Hermes Birkin; While shopping for bags there is one name that easily stands out. Hermes Birkin is the name of the manufacturer Hermes and the probable inspiration was actress, model and singer Jane Birkin and her desire for a weekender bag. To this day Jane Birkin allegedly gets a discount. Such a discount is likely appreciated given the cost of a Hermes Birkin bag. Given that a Hermes Birkin bag would start about $5000. it can run higher. It depends on the types of materials used. With a variety of leathers and possible saltwater crocodile used in the creation of these handmade bags the price gets pretty hefty.

Goat skin is used in the lining of the bags and it must match the exterior color. Embellishments can include diamonds, gold and palladium. It is required that no metals will tarnish, eliminating the use of silver. One of the highest priced Hermes Birkin bags went for almost $65,000 via an auction. Any person who orders a Hermes Birkin bag can expect about a two year wait. Depending on whom the purchaser is will likely play into the availability. Regular customers are more liable to get their bag with less delay. The reasons it takes so long for these exclusive bags are because they are each handmade and with only the best materials.

Just as can be expected there is always a risk of counterfeit bags. Hermes Birkin bagshave distinctive features to include even stitching, special stamping that may be done in the blind, certain craftsmanship and markings, aging which is consistent and specific zipper layout. It is a bag that has a reputation that has caused the namesake, Jane Birkin to joke that the bag has surpassed her in fame. It is a status symbol among many of the elite from the British wives of the footballers to several well-known celebrities.

When a well-known celebrity recently had her Hermes Birkin bag stolen it called even more attention to the special quality bag. There are people who buy not just one but several bags, perhaps once a year. There have been written publications, song lyrics, references in movies and TV shows and more regarding the famed Birkin bag. Each bag is definitely one of a kind, and the popularity looks likely to continue for many years to come. It is exclusive and luxuriant as well as pristine. Being one of a kind is a special thing.