Jane Birkin’s original Hermès bag fetches R179 million
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Mrs. Bezos narrowly missed out on Birkin’s crown jewel at what may have been Sotheby’s most iconic auction, with other big-name buyers reportedly in the mix.
PARIS (AP) — Sketched out on an air sickness bag, the first Birkin handbag — the prototype for fashion’s must-have accessory — sold for a staggering 8.6 million euros ($10.1 million), including fees, on Thursday in Paris to become the second most valuable fashion item ever sold at auction.
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Woman & Home on MSNHeidi Klum's Hermès Birkin sets a style tone that can't be beaten. These elegant alternatives are timeless buys at a fraction of the costHeidi Klum's designer bag is one that most of us can only dream of. Here are some of the chicest alternatives to this investment style
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