Hermès – The Birkin

Hermès – The Birkin: The Epitome of Style from the Icons of Style series tells the story of a handbag that began life as an accessory and became a near-mythical luxury. Born in a chance encounter between the Hermès CEO and the actress Jane Birkin, the Hermès Birkin Bag always carried a trace of destiny. This book features details of the production process, collectors’ guides and the privileged few whose patronage of the Hermès brand affords access to the ultimate status symbol, including Victoria Beckham, Lady Gaga, Travis Scott, Heidi Klum and more. 

Icons of Style is a new series celebrating the objects that changed the way we live, dream and desire. Each compact, elegant volume tells the story of a timeless icon through engaging texts and more than 100 evocative images. From the revolutionary allure of Chanel N°5, the perfume that defined modern femininity, to the legendary Hermès Birkin Bag, the world’s ultimate symbol of luxury and status, these books reveal the origins, secrets and cultural impact of fashion’s most coveted creations. Perfect for collectors, fashion lovers and design enthusiasts.