Hermes' Iconic Jane Birkin Bag Sets New Record

Published on 7.11.25

  The iconic Hermès Birkin bag, designed by Jane Birkin, has become the most desirable handbag in history, with its unique all-black leather prototype featuring seven distinct design elements. The bag was crafted for Birkin by Hermès in 1984, inspired by her casual style of the 1960s and early 1970s. It was first auctioned in 1994 and sold at a record-breaking price of 8.58 million euros in Paris, breaking previous records for a handbag. The bag's unique features, including a non-removable shoulder strap and gilded brass hardware, have made it a symbol of luxury and exclusivity, coveted by celebrities such as Jennifer Lopez and Victoria Beckham.

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