Article | Birkin Mania: The Most Sought-After 'It' Bag

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Don't hate cultist celebs for owning a Birkin bag -- on second thought, go ahead and hate them.

Victoria Beckham, Nicole Ritchie, Eva Longoria, Nikki Hilton, Heidi Montag and Lindsay Lohan are just a few starry-eyed members of this very exclusive club of handbag hotties. Victoria reportedly has a mindblowing collection of over 100 Birkins -- which puts her in the selfish hoarder category. Why can't Posh share the love? Getting your mitts on one of the coveted, collectible Hermès Birkin bags is no easy feat; it's all about supply and demand. While there's no official waiting list, they're scooped up faster than you can say "I'll take two," and good luck beating out a celebrity for one. There's also the steep cost -- from $8,000 (for calfskin leather) to $150,000 (for a crocodile bag with diamonds).

The Five Stages of Grief While Waiting for a Birkin Bag to Hit the Hermès Store:

1. Denial: They told me some red croc Birkin bags were coming in any day now, but that was months ago. Why are they pulling my leather chain?
2. Anger: What the *&#@%$ is taking so long?! By the time I get the bag, my matching outfit will be out of style. Consolation: I can buy shoes instead.
3. Bargaining: How much money do you think I can slip the salesman to call me first? If I thought it would do any good, I'd offer to sleep with him.
4. Depression: This endless waiting has made me so distraught I need to go to an Ashram, or at least a day spa.
5. Acceptance: Screw Hèrmes. I'm buying a Gucci. Same outfit, different bag.

Celebrity | Brook Shields

TV | Sex and the City

"It's not a bag. It's a fucking Birkin"

Samantha Jones

Celebrity | Martha Stewart

Do people feel more powerful and confident by carrying a Birkin bag?

Birkin Blog Poll Results | 09.04.21-09.04.28

Should Men carry Birkin bags?

We received 36 votes. The Results were:

Yes: 27

No: 9

Birkin Blog Says | The "Lagoon" Birkin

This is my favorite color now even though this Birkin bag is not mine. I believe this "Lagoon" color was introduced last year. Gucci repeatedly uses the lighter tone of this color in its spring/summer 2009 RTW collection.  The color is so hot now that makes the wait for this bag is next to impossible. Or you can find it on eBay for a good premium. I think I will just get a HERMES notebook cover in this color.

Fly my Birkin

Celebrity | Kelly Klein

The photos shows the bag is in "J" stamp. That means the bag was made in year 2006.

Birkin Blog Says | What does a letter stamp mean?

A letter stamp on the strap of your Birkin bag means the year the bag was made. Here is a list of the stamp and year the bags were made:

1997 -A
1998 - B
1999 - C
2000 - D
2001 - E
2002 - F
2003 - G
2004 - H
2005 - I
2006 - J

Celebrity | Jane Birkin

Birkin Blog Says | Birkin Bag Symbols

I just saw this online. I think it is interesting to sharing this information. Please let me know if the information was not correct.

Some Birkin/Kelly bags have symbols next to the HERMES logos. Once I heard the craftsmen put symbols on the bags when they feel the bags can not be more perfect. Some say different symbols mean different things.

"Λ" Means wild crocodile

"。。" Means farmed crocodile

"S" below the logo means it is a sale item

Birkin Blog Says | I saw this on eBay

I saw this page on eBay's "Want it now" page. Just see if anyone is interested in selling the bag.

Hermes authentic box for Birkin bag excellent condition
Post number: 290310446547
Responses: 0 responses
Time left: 58 days 5 hours
Date placed: Apr-15-09 11:33:53 PDT
Location: new york , NY
United States

Buyer information
Feedback Score: 259Feedback is 100 to 499
Positive Feedback: 100%
Member since Jul-16-99 in United States

Description
Looking for excellent condition Hermes iconic orange box large enough for Birkin bag.

Original Link

http://wantitnow.ebay.com/Hermes-authentic-box-for-Birkin-bag-excellent-condition_W0QQadidZ290310446547

Celebrity | Nicole Richie

Article | THREE (3) EASY STEPS TO SPOT A FAKE HERMES BIRKIN BAG | eBay buying guide

If you love to shop online for high luxury accessories such as I do, then these three easy steps will help educate you on how to buy authentic Hermes handbags and other merchandise online. Follow these three easy steps as a guide to buying Hermes online.

A few notes on Hermes birkins is that the waitlist is CLOSED, so be prudent when a buyer has 10-50 or more Hermes birkin bags, even if there feedback is perfect. Also know that fake bags can be made to ressemble authentic ones. Todays technology and easy access to all things globally speaking, makes it easier for those in the business of making fraudulent merchandise to duplicate almost to the "T" authentic merchandise.

So, with that said, here are the three steps that I hope will assist you with your future online purchases of authnetic Hermes birkin bags:

1. PHOTOS: PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO THE FINER DETAILS OF THE PHOTOS USED - NOTICE THE ZIPPER, THE ACCENT OVER THE E ON THE HARDWARE AND LEATHER IN THE WORD HERMES. STUDY DETAILED PHOTOS FROM SUPER POWERSELLERS WHO HAVE SOLD LITERALLY HUNDREDS OF THESE BAGS FOR YEARS. PAY ATTENTION TO ANY VARIATIONS ON SMALLER SELLERS WHO ARE ALSO SELLING THE BAGS.

2. LEATHER: WHEN YOU UNDERSTAND THAT HERMES USES THE FINEST LEATHERS AND SKINS AVAILABLE, AND OF THAT, ONLY 2% OF THE SKINS EVER PASS THE DETAILED INSPECTION OF EXCELLENCE IN QUALITY, PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO THE LEATHER. IF IT LOOKS CHEAP, IT PROBABLY WILL BE A FRAUDULENTLY MADE HANDBAG.

3. PRICE: EVERYONE WANTS A GOOD DEAL WHEN IT COMES TO BUYING LUXURY, OVERLY PRICED AUTHENTIC MERCHANDISE. UNFORTUANTELY, SINCE THE HERMES BIRKIN WAITLIST IS CLOSED, THIS IS SIMPLY NOT POSSIBLE. IF THE PRICE IS TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE, IT ALWAYS PROBABLY IS.

Older birkins that have been well used can range from $3,999-5,999 depending on the wear and tear to the leather, fabric, hardware and stitching. Newer birkins will most likely be close to the retail value or double. For instance, $6,999-12,999 is reasonable depending on how much profit the buyer is trying to make from the deal. This may help, but unfortunately, there are more bags being resold and resold that I believe the market is crowded with resellers of high end luxury that you may not be able to find a birkin just bought from the boutique. Be patient and keep looking. Thank.

Celebrity | Kate Moss

Earth Day Specials

Birkin Blog Says | Buy the Birkin, Save the Planet

Can we save the planet by buying Birkin bags? Yes, we can. How so?

I used to go shopping some afternoons and took home 5-10 handbags each time. Some bags I used once or twice. Some not even once. Some became furniture. They ended up taking a lot of money, space, time, and wasted materials. 

I am not here to teach you how to spend your money. I have just realized how many times I "mistakenly" purchased something I didn't even like and how many bags that I really need in my life. Yes we do need bags for work, grocery shopping, evenings, weekends, traveling..., but I do believe we do need 10 bags for everything. 

1. A Birkin Bag lasts a very long time- physically. Hermes treats leathers very seriously. You can easily carry a Birkin bag for more than 20 years.

2. A Birkin bag lasts a very long time- mentally. The design is so permanent that you can carry it without worrying they will go out of style soon. The very first Birkin I purchased was almost 10 years ago. I still carry it. You can even pass the bags to your children. I used to buy limited Louis Vuitton bags. There bags still look good physically. Mentally, they have retired long time ago.

3. The Birkin bags are hand-made in France. It reduces a lot of pollution from mess productions.

4. Birkin bags have a great resale value. If you are ever tired of your Birkin bags, someone will enjoy them for many other years. 

5. Birkin bags are so expensive and take so long to wait that normal people can not afford too many. It is a good thing. It reduces a lot of storage space in your house.

I am not trying to convince people becoming vegetarians or tree-huggers. I just believe that cutting a piece of leather should be used to its best value. If a piece of leather could last 10 years or be used for 100 times, it shouldn't last just 2 years or used for 5 times. That will be my contribution to the Earth that we all share.

Happy Earth Day.

My Birkin Blog

Earth Day Specials

Take My Birkin for a ride

I know I just posted this exact article last month. I think it is important that I posted it again on the Earth Day. Just show some examples that Birkin bags don't necessarily have to pal with SUVs... I think I will stop here before I lose all my readers.

I am not sure that "reusing the pictures" can save anything, but the concept of "reuse" is good.

Happy Earth Day.

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Birkin Blog Asks | What do you think?

It appears to me that more and more men are feeling comfortable carrying Birkin Bags. What do you think? Do you accept the fact? Or you think carrying Birkin Bags is the women's right? 

Please visit our poll to tell us what you think.

Birkin Blog Poll Results | 09.04.14-09.04.21

What is the best color for the very first Birkin bag?

We received 41 votes. The Results were:

Black: 16 votes

Brown: 6 votes

Orange: 8 votes

Pink: 1 vote

Blue: 3 votes

White: 3 votes

Yellow: 1 vote

Red:3 votes

That was the largest poll ever. Thanks for voting! The poll was to help our reader Iris deciding the color as the first time buyer. I hope this helps you to decide.

If you are interested in giving a question for a poll, please write to: birkinblog@gmail.com

Thanks,

My Birkin Blog

Article | Hermes Birkin, a Must-Have to Perfect Your Personal Style | fanpop.com

Is there a handbag with a price of a luxury car or a large mortgage payment, but still in an extremely high demand and limited availability? Yes, it is Hermes Birkin, one of World's Most Extravagant handbags. Sporting a birkin, you are not just having a bag with rare material, exquisite craftsmanship, and durable quality, more importantly, it makes a statement of your personal style and denotes social status.

It is truly the best of the best, second to none. Not surprisingly, it becomes a staple for fashion diva and celebrities and gets a lot of free advertising from them. There is a beautiful prominent figure who is often spotted with her fabulous Hermes Birkin. Correct, she is Victoria Beckham, an international style icon, fashion designer and also the owner of about 100 Birkin bags. Love her or not, she is the lady who understands fashion and presents herself in a fascinating style. She is quite aware of what is fit for her and what is not, so everything on her is just perfect. The way she wears Hermes Birkin bags has won plenty of admiration. Obviously, her talent can be taught. Here are some tips of how to choose and wear a birkin bag to complement your outfit and represent your personal style.

First of all, select the correct material for your birkin to suit different occasions. The quality of materials reflects the owner’s financial status and taste. Leather is always a wise choice, for it is classic and versatile; works with most outfits and goes with any situation. The most popular leather for birkin is Togo, a smooth textured calf leather. Taurillon Clemence which is made from baby bull is even softer and thicker than Togo. You can also choose buttery soft Chevre (goat skin) or smooth and sheen box. Birkin bags with exotic leathers such as alligator, crocodile and lizard are quite suitable for formal and grand occasions. If you want a casual and pretty look, you can try togo or ostrich Birkin with linen.

Secondly, choose the right sized Birkin to complement your figure. Remember, your bag should work with your size, not against it. If you are petite, go for 25cm or 30cm Birkin. If you are full-figured or tall, 35cm or 40cm Birkin would look best. Haut A Courries which is slightly taller with shorter straps is also called Birkin and very good for traveling use.

Thirdly, choose similar colored Birkin to match your outfit. There is an extensive range of colors for your Birkin bag. If you wear a lot of plain color clothes, Hermes classic colors such as black, orange, Blue Jean and dark gold are the best to match your outfit, or a two-tone colored Birkin would make you look cute and stylish. Greens, pink, fuchsia and Cyclamen are fresh in spring; rouge, red and orange looks gorgeous in autumn; blues, white and violet are popular in winter. Taupe, beige and grey are practical and can blend into more clothes.

Last but not least, always harmonize your Birkin with your outfit, shoes and accessories. If you have seen the photo of Victoria in fuchsia RM Moon dress with a stunning 35cm pink ostrich skin Hermes Birkin, you will get a better idea of what I mean. The pink bag and fuchsia dress match perfectly; the black sunglass has a similar shade with Balenciaga court shoes. Totally, she looks fantastically glamorous! Sometimes, your bag does not necessarily match your dress or shoes, but at least should blend into them. It is more sensible to make sure your bag and shoes are harmonious in style and mood. For example, if you wear sliver or white tone shoes, pair them with a Birkin bag with silver palladium hardware.

If you pay attention to what fits you and what does not, you will gradually cultivate your dress sense and fit into everything chosen by yourself. Needless to say, Hermes Birkin bag is a must-have for any savvy lady who aspires to establish a perfect personal style. Reliable online stores such as www.eurohandbag.com are the best place to buy elegant Hermes Birkin bags. Be mindful that “Fashion is general. Style is individual”, have a good knowledge of your style and learn how to dress properly, because the most beautiful woman is always true to her own style.

Celebrity| Lindsay Lohan

Birkin Blog Says | It is nice to be Victoria Beckham

It looks like Victoria adds a new Birkin Bag in her closet. It seems that she doesn't have to wait for anything. That is the new water blue color that I have been waiting for a very loooooooooooooong time! I have ordered it since HERMES announced this color. I went to the HERMES' New York store last week to "express" my concern why it takes so long to get this color. They told me "as soon as" the bag arrives, they will let me know.

Well, I guess I am not Victoria Beckham so I will wait until the bag comes.

Birkin Blog Says | The "IT" spot to see Birkin Bags in New York 

Fred's at Barneys New York
660 Madison Ave., 9th fl, (nr. 61st St.)

I was at lunch with a friend at Fred's last weekend where I have never seen so many Birkin bags in my life at one time. Of course I know Goyard is also very popular in New York too. 

Elle Macpherson Says 

"I always travel with two bas: one small handbag containing my money, phone, credit cards, passport, lip blam, and iPod, and one larger Hermes Birkin bag for a sweater, books, a blanket, and socks."

Birkin Blog Says | Can I afford a Birkin bag?

People often came to me and said: "I can't afford the bag." when I carry my Birkin bags. Is it true that Birkin bags are impossible to afford?

Based on a recent research, every woman in U. K. spends 30,000 pounds on handbags in her entire life. That amount of money can buy you 5-6 Birkin bags.

Can you afford "a" Birkin bag?

Video | www.trendyswag.com 

Katherine Akra discusses the most expensive handbag in the world the Hermes Birkin

Celebrity | Pamela Anderson

Celebrity | Song Hye Kyo | Korean Actress

Naomi Campbell | Balenciaga My Birkin

It looks like Naomi loves Birkin bags as much as Balenciaga bags! Beside Birkin Bags, Balenciaga Motorcycle bags are also my favourite bags. 

Please also visit my other blogs:

http://motorcyclebagblog.blogspot.com if you are interested in Balenciaga bags

http://celebags.blogspot.com if you are interested in seeing what bags A-list Hollywood celebrities carry

http://style1234.blogspot.com if you are interested in life-style blog

Celebrity | Denise Richards

Kelly My Birkin

Celebrity | Heidi Montag, Spencer Pratt

Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag continue to save money by marketing Heidi's new song 'Look How I'm Doing Now' on a piece of paper which Spencer held up for the photographers. The Blue Jean Birkin really catches my eyes.