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Buying Guide· Hermès· 7 min read
Buying Guide: Hermès Handbags
Where to start, what to prioritize, and which pieces reward patience.
The Starter Investment
A 30cm or 35cm Togo Birkin in a neutral (Gold, Etoupe, Black) with palladium hardware. Versatile, resilient, and consistently in demand on the secondary market.
The Collector's Move
Kelly 25 or 28 Sellier in Epsom — sharper silhouette, growing appeal with younger collectors, and typically a shorter primary-market waitlist than Birkin.
The Long Hold
Rare leathers (Ostrich, Alligator Mat, Himalaya Niloticus) and discontinued shades (Rouge H, Vert Anglais). Slower to sell but historically the strongest appreciation.
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