When it comes to luxury handbags, Hermes stands out for its timeless elegance and classic style. The two most iconic bags from the house of Hermes are the Birkin and the Kelly.
The history of the Hermes Birkin dates back to 1984, when the bag was designed for the British actress and singer Jane Birkin. Jane was carrying a straw basket on a flight from Paris to London and the chief executive of Hermes, Jean-Louis Dumas, noticed her and asked if she thought a leather bag would be more practical. After several sketches and iterations, the Birkin bag was born. It is characterized by its unique design, with two handles and a lockable flap. It is made of the finest leather and exotic skins, such as crocodile and ostrich, and is available in a variety of sizes like 25, 30,35, 40 , 45 and 50
The Hermes Kelly bag, on the other hand, has a more classic and elegant look. It was named after the famous American actress and princess, Grace Kelly, who was photographed carrying the bag in 1956. It has a more structured shape than the Birkin, with a single handle and a metal clasp closure. It is initially released made of box calf leather for years then the fashion house start to product it in all their different type of leather think Tog, swift, celemance and more also it comes in exotic skins and is available in a variety of sizes 20, 25, 32, 35, 40, 45, and 50
When it comes to deciding which one to buy, it really depends on your personal style. The Hermes Birkin is more modern and edgy, while the Hermes Kelly is more classic and elegant. If you are looking for a timeless bag that will never go out of style, then the Kelly is the perfect choice. However, if you are looking for a more contemporary and fashionable look, then the Birkin is the way to go. No matter which one you choose, you will be investing in a luxury handbag with timeless style and elegance.
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