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The Fashionistas Have Spoken:

Georgina with Clip On Extensions: I always like ponytails. I went to a wedding the other day, where the bride had a...

Georgina with Clip On Extensions: I think it is great when people get together to do something for the people having...

Peter Nygard: Everytime Net A Porter delivers good kinds of men’s wear and suits. I love the first photo where...

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rinki: i love the collection of donna karan , nd i want to collect her more collection by mail,,,,,,,, thank u

Thomas Williams: i love the bobcat hair-do of Victoria Beckham, kind of reminds me of the Spice Girls era.:`’

Xavier Watson: I often watch the Tyra Banks show late in the afternoon. Great show and great host.;-;

Peeking Inside the World’s Most Exclusive Handbag. The Birkin Part 1.

Chrissie | Accessories, Fashion, Handbags, Hermes | Sunday, 21 September 2008

I have always been in awe of the ellusive Birkin. And what fashionista hasn’t? In all honesty, this is not even the prettiest handbag I have ever seen, yet if I were ever given the opportunity to own an authentic piece, I wouldn’t think twice. Why? Because just like my Louis Vuitton that I barely use, or my bone handled Gucci that has yet to leave my closet, superior fashion is a work of art to me. And just like many collect fine Monet’s, I collect, when I can, the finest fashion because it is awe inspiring to me. And the Birkin is no exception. But the Birkin rises above almost any other iconic fashion symbol, and I have always wondered why. Why is there a two year waiting list and a price tag higher than the average compact car? My curiosity got the better of me so I did some exploring….and I bring it to you in a series of notes on why the Birkin is the Birkin. What is it about THIS bag that, even after twenty years it is still the holy grail of the handbag? (more…)

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