How can you tell if a Birkin bag is real?
How can you tell if a Birkin bag is real?
The Lock & Keys Authentic Birkin and Kelly Hermès bags include a lock and set of keys. The lock is engraved with “HERMÈS” on the bottom, matching the other hardware on the bag. The number on the lock should match the number engraved on the accompanying keys.
Are Birkin bags real leather?
The Birkin bag (or simply Birkin) is a kind of tote bag introduced in 1984 by the French luxury goods maker Hermès. Birkin bags are handmade from leather and are named after the English-French actress and singer Jane Birkin.
What is the cheapest Birkin you can buy?
The least expensive Birkin starts at $8,500, and used Birkin bags can sometimes retail for even higher prices – due to the scarcity of these bags. (Vestiaire Collective also has a good used Birkin bag selection, in addition to The RealReal.)
Why is Birkin bag so special?
What makes these bags so special? Birkin and Kelly bags are specially made purses designed with high quality materials, including cow, lizard, and luxurious ostrich, as well as various types of crocodile skin. They are dyed a wide array of colors and feature palladium or gold hardware that accents the bag perfectly.
Why is it so hard to get a Birkin?
The same bag in crocodile or alligator retails at three to four times that. The problem isn’t only that Hermès makes it very difficult to get your hands on a Birkin, but it also limits the number of Birkins you can buy per year. This hyper-limited supply and pent-up demand have created a robust resale market.
How much does an original Birkin cost?
The Hermès Birkin bag is the single most highly coveted luxury handbag on the planet. With the Birkin bag price ranging from $8,500 to over $300,000 at the boutique, it’s also the most expensive bag in fashion history.
