Given Sánchez is a loyal Hermès client — she’s the proud owner of multiple Birkins, and also brought out an exotic Kelly Cut ...

A massive price tag isn't unheard of in the world of Birkins, but this one is surely the most iconic.

The unique and original Birkin bag that fashion house Hermès made for actor and singer Jane Birkin has sold for 8.6 million euros ($10.1 million), including fees, at auction in Paris.

The winning bid for the original Birkin bag set a record for the most valuable handbag ever sold at auction, Sotheby's said.

The bag’s distinctive design features two rolled handles, top flaps with buckle loops and a lock and key. The Birkin is available in various sizes – 25 cm, 30 cm, ...

To date, the most expensive Birkin bag to sell publicly came via a Sotheby’s auction in 2022, with the “Diamond Himalaya Birkin,” a bag studded with white diamonds, reaching over $450,000.

The original Hermès Birkin bag, which differs slightly form the model sold today, is on item in Sotheby's Fashion Icons auction, which takes place in Paris from June 26 to July 10.

This summer, Sotheby's auction house will solicit bidders for Jane Birkin's original Hermès bag, designed and named after the British actress. Watch Party Newsletter What to watch Win $100 💵 ...

Be prepared to wait and wait some more if you want a Birkin bag. Hermès artistic director Pierre-Alexis Dumas explains why it takes time for clients to get their hands on the coveted bag.

After two earlier deals fall through, the bag sells in March 2016 for $298,000, beating the former record of $222,000, set at a Christie’s auction in June 2015. (The Christie’s price also ...

Consumers sue Hermès over barriers to buying Birkin bags 03:54. The original Hermès Birkin bag, once worn by the late actor and singer Jane Birkin, is heading to auction at Sotheby's this summer.