The history of the vintage Hermès Birkin bag, the most popular bag in the world!
A Birkin bag is always the star of the wardrobe. Victoria Beckham would not contradict us, as she has a hundred of them in her collection, the lucky one! What is the story behind this mythical bag? That's what we'll tell you. We'll also give you tips on how to wear a Birkin bag the way it deserves.
The unexpected encounter that gave birth to the Birkin bag
How did Jane Birkin win a bag in her name?
The Birkin bag was born out of a completely unexpected encounter. In 1984, Jane Birkin found herself sitting next to Jean-Louis Dumas, the president of Hermès. The artist was just a young mother. Guess who she had just given birth to? Charlotte Gainsbourg! Anyway, while chatting with her seatmate, the conversation inevitably turns to handbags. This was the opportunity for Jane Birkin to express her difficulty in finding an accessory that was both elegant and suitable for young mothers who are always overworked. A new challenge for Jean-Louis Dumas? At least that's how he saw it! During the flight, he took note of Jane Birkin's vision of the perfect handbag. And that's how the story of the world's most expensive handbag began. Why does a Birkin bag cost so much? That's what we're going to explain to you right now!
The concept behind a Birkin
The Birkin bag is a fabulous story, isn't it? But it is not just that! The Hermès employees who make the Birkin bag can be counted on one hand. They take charge of the bag's manufacture from A to Z with their high-precision tools. How long does it take to make a Birkin bag? Well, 48 full hours, that's one week's work. That doesn't sound like much! But it takes several years to train a craftsman to achieve this high degree of perfection. You also have to take into account the raw material, which is of incomparable quality. The Birkin has a build quality that matches its legendary status. It also has an ultra-practical design that makes it THE functional bag par excellence. It's flexible enough to be comfortable to handle, yet rigid enough to stand upright without falling over. It's a spacious bag, but with such a stylish design. It even has a bottle holder! It's so practical that everyone agrees it's the perfect bag. Everyone would like one, but... Hermès Birkin bags are produced in small batches. Supply is less than demand and this scarcity contributes to the collective madness! In the past, there were very long waiting lists to get a new Birkin. The waiting time went up to 6 whole years! Today, you have to be very wealthy or important to hope to get a Birkin. So the price has gone through the roof.
Every woman dreams of a second-hand Hermes Birkin bag
How much does an authentic Birkin bag cost?
At Vintega you will find authentic vintage Hermes Birkin bags at exceptional prices. While the prices are still high, luxury Hermes Birkin bags are still much more affordable than new ones. In second hand, it is possible to buy an authentic Birkin bag for less than 10,000 euros. It's the gift of a lifetime! The question we all ask ourselves is how to wear a Birkin? Here are some fashion ideas for wearing the ubiquitous vintage Hermes Birkin bag of your dreams or in the process of becoming reality.
Some outfit ideas for wearing a vintage Hermès Birkin bag
There are several sizes of Birkin (25, 30, 35 and 40) and above all several colours. The first Birkin bag in history is dressed in intense black, which is quickly declined in several sober or sparkling colours. Remember, the Birkin bag by Hermès is above all an everyday bag. So if you want to make it your everyday ally, choose an all-purpose colour! You will be able to dress in any colour and wear your Birkin bag without any faux pas. On the other hand, if you want your second-hand Hermes Birkin bag to be the star of the evening, go for flashy! Your bright red Birkin bag will set off your black dress. For a chic look, crocodile Birkin bags are the best choice. They are no longer made new at Jane Birkin's request. However, we are lucky enough to have them in our Vintega shop from time to time. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us, we will be happy to answer you!