I've decided to start a new 'mini-series' here @ thestylewhxre. I may continue with more of these, but we'll see how this one goes. The mini-series will take on the best investment/staple pieces every woman should own, we're talking Classics... shall we begin?
Classics, the Handbag Edition.
In my personal opinion one of the most iconic handbags, that every fashionista should own (preferably in multiple colors - if you have that kind of cash lying around...) is ultimately, the Birkin Bag.
The hang bag created by Hermès was designed in 1984 for the singer/actress Jane Birkin - who eventually decided she didn't really love it that much and later retired the bag, however, it has become one of the most iconic bags of our time.
Which Birkin to choose? with the classic bag available in various different hides (crocodile, saltwater crocodile, ostrich, calf leather & lizard), sizes (available in 25, 30, 35, 40, 50 and 55) and all the colors under the venetian sun in solids, patterns and you-name-it, how can any fashionista expected to choose just one? That's the hard part, selecting your perfect Birkin.
Unlike celebrities and the ultra-wealthy who can have all the Birkin bags they desire (Victoria Beckham anyone?) a lot of us not-so-wealthy can't even afford just one, so when you decide to make in the investment to your oh-so-coveted Birkin bag this should take time and effort, like selecting a tattoo... You want to think it through & make sure it's the one for you because it's going to be with you forever - Just instead of making a permanent decision on your skin, think of it as making a permanent decision for your wardrobe - this ones gonna be with you forever (because you can always get a 'Spa Treatment' to freshen up your overly used Birkin).
Olivia Palermo had the right idea here with the black Birkin. Personally, when I purchase my Birkin - it will most likely be black... the size and hide I have yet to decide on. For me three quarters of my wardrobe consists of black and dark greys, black is my favorite color and it's absolutely the color for me.
If you plan to carry your new Birkin around often (as in daily or weekly), I would suggest a more neutral color such as black, brown, camel or beige because these are the colors that can usually be tossed on with any outfit in a rush and tend to work well with most things. If you plan to use it more on occasion then I would go for an orange, red, white, blue or even hot pink. Whatever color Birkin you choose, make sure it's for the right reasons, this is like selecting your future child - remember that and treat it like your child.
If you have the cash to blow on the Birkin bag, then by all means you should have as many colors, hides and sizes as your wallet can afford.
I will hopefully be posting more frequently again, so stay posted & stay stylish.
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