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FAQs

How much does a Birkin cost in store? ›

The price of a standard Birkin 25 Togo in the USA has risen to $10,400 in 2023, while a Birkin 30 and 35 in Togo leather are now priced at $11,600 and $12,700 respectively. Even in Europe, the price for a standard Birkin 25 Togo has seen a significant increase to €8,050 in 2023.

Jane only ever owned — and subsequently sold — five Birkins, all in plain black leather and personalised with stickers, worry beads, keys, luggage tags, bracelets and even a miniature harmonica dangling from its handles.

The coveted Hermès Birkin bag has long been touted as a valuable investment. Now an Hermès expert says the luxury purses are even more valuable than gold.

Contrary to longstanding urban legends about years-long waitlists, though, it is absolutely possible to walk into an Hermès store and buy a Birkin, provided both luck and strategy are on your side. (We know this is true because Megs has done it twice.)

Generally, Birkin bags tend to be more expensive than Kelly bags when purchased at an Hermès boutique. In the secondary market, however, the price of a Kelly bag can be greater than a Birkin bag of identical size and leather depending on the supply and the demand.

Last year, Jaden Smith's model girlfriend was arrested for allegedly stealing an Hermès Birkin bag. But while she maintained the whole time that she was innocent, the charges against her were only dropped this week, following four court visits over the span of eight months.

Her collection includes designs from Louis Vuitton to Valentino and everything in between. A girl after our own heart, Kim is a huge fan of the Hermes Birkin and is thought to own over 30.

Kanye West gifted his newest girlfriend and Uncut Gems actress, Julia Fox, and her friends, five Hermès Birkin bags for her 32nd birthday at another swanky dinner outing this time at Lucien Bistro in Manhattan.

Hermès gives Jane Birkin a nominal royalty for the use of her name per year, which then goes to charity.

She Earns Royalties for the Birkin Bag

According to the Telegraph, Birkin originally accepted a free bag from Hermès in exchange for the use of her name. In recent years, she's received an annual payment for use of her name, which she donates to charity.

Why did Jane Birkin carry a basket? ›

It was the bag for the woman constantly on the go. The wicker basket, which was not meant for a handbag, created the idea that women, or those carrying handbags, did not need an expensive leather bag to achieve the idealized “it girl” or “French girl” look.

Hermès, Chanel, and Louis Vuitton are top-performing brands in terms of average resale value, with pieces like the Hermès Constance, Hermès Picotin, Chanel Deauville Tote, and Louis Neverfull retaining an average 127%, 120%, 114%, and 136% value in 2023, respectively.”

Sell A Birkin Now on Marketplace

Birkins sold on Sotheby's Marketplace are sold for a fixed price and sellers receive 80% of the selling price. Birkin pricing is based on condition, color, material and size. The market demand for specific Limited Edition Birkins can vary since the Birkin market is pretty dynamic.

The Birkin and the Mini Kelly bags are made to last – they are hand crafted with high quality materials that are extremely difficult to source. This gives them a long life span, making them the perfect collectable item to only appreciate in value over time, providing you keep it in good condition, of course.

Birkin handbags are some of the priciest, most exclusive bags in the world. Hermès produces a limited number of Birkins and they can sell for around $450,000. And just having the money often isn't enough.

“It's quite simple, a Birkin is a better everyday bag as it's less structured in its design, giving it a more casual look, while the Kelly has a more classic presence and is a great option for special occasions,” suggests Tony Freund, editorial director of 1stDibs.

Because they are rare and highly sought after, they are considered investment pieces that can fetch a high price in the resale market. This resale value adds to the overall worth and appeal of Birkin bags.