Birth of the Birkin bag

On a flight from Paris to London in 1984, Hermes CEO Jean-Louis Dumas met British singer Jean Birkin. During a casual conversation, they discussed the needs of modern women's hand bags, and the idea for the Birkin bag was born at 30,000 feet.

Made of Calfbox calfbox leather, the Birkin bag is 40cm long and comes with two tubular straps, an open flap, a latch and a bottom peg. Every detail of it reflects the exquisite craftsmanship of Hermes and the principle that things are rare and valuable.

The Birkin bag's status in the hearts of the general public and celebrities is unmatched. It takes a professional craftsman at least 18 hours to complete a Birkin bag, and each bag has a number that records the year it was made, the workshop and the name of the craftsman.

Hermes lets boutique stores that sell Birkin bags order a batch every two years, but the number is limited and the style is unknown. Therefore, if you don't like the existing Birkin bag, you must be patient and wait for the new one to come out.

Birkin bags range in price from $10,000 for a basic cowhide model to more than $200,000 for an ornate, diamond-encrusted crocodile. Its value is not only reflected in the exquisite craft and precious materials, but also reflected in the unique spiritual connotation it represents, which is a pursuit of excellence and personality attitude to life.

Birkin bag size

Birkin bags come in four sizes, including 25, 30, 35 and 40 cm, the numbers representing the length of the bottom of the bag. For example, a 35 cm Birkin bag has a length of 35 cm at the bottom. The 25cm Birkin bag is designed to be small and small enough to accommodate everyday belongings. The 30cm Birkin bag is slightly larger and can hold a makeup bag or tablet computer in addition to daily necessities, so it is favored by more women. If you need to carry more documents or a small laptop, then the 35 cm Birkin bag is the best choice. The 40cm Birkin bag is a large-capacity design product, which is the best choice for traveling.

These different sizes of Birkin bags are exquisitely designed and functional, and can meet the needs of different occasions and different groups of people. Whether it is daily work, shopping, or travel vacation, the Birkin bag can provide you with the most intimate company. Choosing a Birkin bag that suits you can not only enhance your personal taste, but also make you more confident in facing life's various challenges.

Birkin bag in classic leather

Calfbox calf leather

This leather can be described as the treasure of Hermes, it has a long history, can be called the ancestor of the Birkin bag. Its texture is like a smooth lake, allowing the handbag to emit a bright light, but at the same time, it is easy to leave traces of age, or unavoidable water stains. However, with the polishing of time, these marks gradually become a unique imprint on the surface of the leather, adding a mirror-like gloss to it. As long as we are a little care, away from the rain, and regularly for the wipe dust, Calfbox platinum bag made of leather will be replenished, yi yi is unripe brightness.

Togo calfskin

Known for its resilience and natural beauty, it originated in the African Republic of Togo and has been widely used since 1997. After repeated beating, this leather more highlights its natural characteristics, showing a unique matte texture. As time goes on, it will not only become soft, but also gradually emit a soft shine.

The grain texture of Togo calfskin is arranged irregularly, like a painting of nature, showing unique veins and folds. This leather is not only scratch resistant, but also durable, maintaining its original texture and appearance even after a long period of use.

Whether it's casual or formal, Togo calf leather can add a stylish touch. Its natural textures and tones work perfectly with all styles of clothing, allowing you to find the perfect balance between comfort and quality.

Togo calfskin is a high textured leather that has become the first choice of many people for its natural, flexible, durable and stylish properties. Whether casual or formal, it offers you unmatched comfort and a sense of style.

Clemence leather

Compared to Togo calfskin, it is more soft and light like touching a cloud. However, Togo calfskin is lighter and more durable, as if walking on clouds. The grain texture of Clemence cowhide is light and matte like morning dew. Whether it is the texture of the appearance or the change of shape, the Birkin bag made of leather will record the traces of the years one by one, like a chronicle of time.

Epsom calfskin

Epsom calfskin is in stark contrast to Clemence. Epsom calfskin is an embossed leather that has no natural texture but creates a completely scratch-resistant, water-resistant protective layer that makes cleaning simple and practical. It is like a fully armed warrior, fearless of any challenge.

Fjord cowhide

Like a tough shield, it has excellent water resistance and is strong and durable. The leather is soft and has a certain weight, and the surface is matte, like an antique that has been baptized with years, emitting a unique charm.

Evercolor calfskin

It came out in 2012 and it's like a dream. Artisans have imprinted fine grain textures on the surface of this soft leather, giving it a satin-like luster and a rich variety of colors, like a rainbow of dreams waiting for us to pursue.

Barenia Faubourg calfskin

Emerging since 2016, its fine embossed grain texture and oily waxy touch are unforgettable. With the passage of time, the leather will gradually become darker, like a good memory, with the precipitation of time more precious.

Hermes only releases Birkin bags in a few colors each year, but you can still see colorful Birkin bags on the resale market. Artisans use a variety of leather types to create personalized handbags to meet the needs of customers. These handbags are like blooming flowers, which show their unique charm under the nourishment of leather. Every handbag is unique, just like no two leaves in the world are exactly the same. No matter what color or style the customer needs, the craftsmen of Hermes can meet it, creating a fashion piece that will inspire.

Rare leather for Birkin bags

Birkin bags made of rare leather, like delicate dancers, can show both a bright side and a matte elegance. Compared with the common cowhide Birkin bags, they are more delicate, like precious flowers, quietly blooming their own nobility. Naturally, the price also matches it, slightly higher than the ordinary cowhide Birkin bag.

Crocodile skin

These two precious leathers, Nile freshwater crocodile skin and Porosus Bay crocodile skin, are like two unique sources of life, breeding the unique charm of Hermes handbags. The Nile freshwater crocodile skin is lightly printed with a small dot next to the Hermes brand logo, as if to tell its existence and uniqueness. The Porosus alligator skins are proudly stamped with the "^" mark, a symbol of dignity and rarity. Among the many precious leathers, the most remarkable is undoubtedly the noble "Himalayan" Birkin bag, which is carefully made of Nile freshwater crocodile skin in white and gray gradient dyeing, as if the cold and purity of the Himalayan snow mountains came to the world, which is unforgettable.

Alligator skin

The scales are large and unevenly distributed compared to crocodile skin, but they are delicate and soft. When making Birkin bags, this leather material is engraved with a small square mark beside the brand logo, which is unique and makes it clear at a glance.

Lizard skin

Like the art of nature, it is often cleverly used to make those small and exquisite handbags or leather goods, like the 25cm Birkin bag. This skin, since it is called lizard skin, naturally has its own unique charm. Its subtle texture, like a mysterious code in nature, attracts us to explore and interpret.

The color of the lizard skin is so rich that it seems to be nature's palette, pouring all kinds of colors into this small piece of skin. Moreover, lizard skin has a unique absorbent characteristic, so that we can enjoy a different creative experience when dyeing it. Each dyeing is like putting a new brand on it, giving it new life and meaning.

Lizard skin is also divided into different types, one is the Nile monitor lizard, its skin is represented by the "-" symbol; The other is the Asian water monitor lizard, whose skin is represented by the "=" symbol. Each type of lizard skin has its own unique texture and texture, which allows us to use them according to different needs and preferences, smart selection and matching.

In this world, each creature has its own unique way of being and value. Lizard skin, too. In its own unique way, it shows us the charm of nature and the wonder of life.

Ostrich skin

This leather is unique and durable leather, its appearance is not obvious iconic features, in the four kinds of leather, its price is the most affordable. Since the 1920s, Hermes has been using ostrich skin to decorate its products. This skin has darker pores, and when pressed, it can form a natural two-tone streaks, which is unique. Ostrich skin is oil-absorbing, and after years of rubbing, its color will gradually become darker, like the imprint of time. Like lizard skin, ostrich skin Birkin bags are colorful and attract people's attention.

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