A Birkin Bag For Christmas ?

How much would you pay for a handbag? A-list celebrities and many of the wealthiest women have shelled a sum of $8,000 to $80,000 for a handbag. And what handbag may that be, you might wonder. Well its the so exclusive Birkin bag designed by Hermes which is the ultimate symbol of wealth as well as an iconic fashion accessory. The Birkin bag was named after the British actress Jane Birkin and celebrities that have been spotted carrying this timeless handbag include Victoria Beckham, Lindsay Lohan, Jodie Foster, Elle MacPherson, Demi Moore, Nicole Richie, Martha Stewart, Oprah Winfrey and Julia Roberts. The appeal of the Birkin bag lies in its inaccessibility with a waiting period of 2-3 years and as long as 6 years for special editions. It just goes to show that people in general love to get their hands on something which they can’t have.

And now the coveted Birkin bag has become the topic of a book “Bringing Home the Birkin: My Life In Hot Pursuit of the World’s Most Coveted Handbag” This book is written by Michael Tonello who is a successful eBay re-seller of the Birkin bags. Not surprising, this book has become a hit with fashion lovers and trendsetters around the globe. However Tonello cautioned that there are eBay re-sellers who are offering imitation Birkin bags.

So, can’t wait to get your hands on the exclusive Birkin bag by Hermes, check out Michael Tonello ‘s site on eBay then.

For the average American, the Birkin bag is indeed out of reach. But don’t despair, you can still look good with handbags at only a fraction of the price of a Birkin bag from Endless which is offering great promotions for a limited time only until 24 November 2008. Check out the following selections:-







All I want for Christmas is a Birkin bag and Santa (if you are reading this) please grant me this wish and I will be good the whole year round. Otherwise I will settle for an Endless bag from my partner.