I have a birkin 30 and a 25 and honestly I find them impractical for my day to day life. I use my 30 as a tote bag to carry water bottles and sweaters and other extra stuff and keep it in my car..LOL…My 25 is basically a cosmetic bag storage…I prefer crossbodies and top handles are too much of a hassle. The desire of owning these bags eventually wears off and you are left with beautiful looking bags that you can’t use and I end up using my other practical bags when I am out doing my errands.I end up using my Marc Jacobs the tote bag more in my day to day life because it is practical… This is my opinion from someone who has both and finds them beautiful but definitely impractical for me. Every body is different so what works for me may not for others. But take it from me, I use Marc Jacobs and my Speedy 30, Speedy 25,Coach and Dooney and Bourkes more than Birkins. My birkins have become car tote bags and storage bags for extra stuff just so I can get use out of them..If you really feel like you want the 25 then by all means try to get it, but you don’t need to limit yourself to not trying other bags that are not birkins! You never know, you may find other styles work more for you also. ❤
I love your voice! Thanks for sharing your lovely *esluxy* bag / wardrobe collection :) I actually love how you store your collection and definitely an inspiration for me in my future home
What makes you sure the b25 will be worth it when your b30 is never used? You have said a few times you don’t feel safe wearing it. Just some food for thought. Not the popular answer showing in the other comments but something has you hesitating explore why before you buy.
What an interesting topic! I used to buy fake stuff in high school because I simply couldn't afford what I wanted. It's desirable, and if I can get what I want from a *esluxy* for a few dozen bucks, sure, why not?
Here is the million dollar question Jess, if you get the B25, will you actually wear it or will you be too cautious with it? Maybe don’t get 10 fun bags, but instead, get a couple that you will be excited to wear. Then continue saving for the B25. Do what is best for you 😊
Such a provocative question!! What struck me is you rarely use your B30 so imho, you prob want the B25 as a collection completer, more than as a bag to use. i bet you could spend less money and still be happy. If you kept your Hermes focus and got bags you'd actually use (plume + victoria + garden party), I think you could be really happy AND have more bag choices to wear. Tricky sitch, I'm keen to see what you end up deciding.
@@Jessiestyle yes, truthfully, i cannot see you abandoning the B25 dream, You're very strong about achieving your goals. I think you prob need to get it, just for completeness.
I think the key here is to be really honest with yourself about why you want the Birkin 25. You already have a Birkin that you don’t wear often. Would a smaller size change how frequently you use it? Do you think you’d feel more comfortable carrying it every day? As a fellow bag lover, I understand the allure of having that iconic piece in your collection. However, I also know that owning such an expensive bag can sometimes make you hesitant to use it freely. Whether it’s for safety reasons, wanting to stay low-key, or just the fear of ruining something so precious, these factors can significantly impact how much enjoyment you get from the bag. On the other hand, having a variety of bags can offer more versatility and practicality. You might find that you get more use and joy out of a diverse collection that you can mix and match with different outfits and occasions without the constant worry of potential damage. Ultimately, it comes down to what brings you more happiness. If owning and occasionally using the Birkin 25 would bring you more joy and satisfaction, then it might be worth it. But if you find more pleasure in having a wider selection of bags that you can use freely and enjoy every day, then maybe going for multiple less expensive bags would be the better choice. Think about what aligns more with your lifestyle and what will make you happier in the long run. There’s no right or wrong answer, just what feels right for you.
The way I see it. Real or fake if it's a style I like then I like it and will buy it. But to me the *preluxz* one looks better than the real one. And who's gonna be inspecting ladies purses. If your out there trying to figure out if someone's bag is real who are you the prise police? So If you can get a really nice fake one then why not? Most of us don't have thousands dollars to spend on a real one and wouldn't anyway. No one has to know if it's fake or real. That's nobodies business. Enjoy and wear your bag which ever you have.
Just discovered your channel, I love it! Funny thing is, last week I saw a girl on the London Underground wearing a mid-length New York Demerier and I totally fell in love with it. I want to buy *hotdups* . This will be my little birthday present. Thanks for your channel.
I would go with the 10 just because you have enough Hermes Kelly/birkin bags another one in different size doesn’t make a difference it’s still the same vibe go with fun different design that will give you more options to express yourself
as a regular watcher....I know how much you've wanted the b25 for a while so I would say, go with b25. Better to go with what you really want, than 10 other things you kind of sort of want..but still want that one thing you want. For me personally, I would go with other bags (perhaps not 10) because for me, carrying a bag with such high price tag feels like a liability. Thus, I won't really end up enjoying the bag
❤it really depends on your goal :) if it’s for collection purposes, you want to complete the whole journey, then definitely go for birkin 25. If it’s for style/fashion purpose, ten bags from a variety of fashion houses will make more sense. Also curious about how much Birkin 25 exactly cost right now 😂 cause I checked secondhand luxury websites, and the range is really big. Love your video as always ❤
@@Jessiestyle That said, I also don't think you should buy 10 others!! Honestly, your birkin is one of my least favourite bags in your great collection. But I always love vintage & more under the radar bags.
I went to Studio Augusta when I went to Paris in the summer. I bought Monceau at *hotdups* to match. My only regret is not purchasing more. I really hope to get a mini Marley one day.
I use my *preluxz* as a work bag and have had no issues at all. It’s a comfortable bag, fits a good amount and hadn’t lost its shape. With that being said, I also take care of all my bags and don’t carry a water bottle, pens, keys or anything that can damage the interior.
I’ve never found the b30 size to be useful to me… too heavy for a bag without a crossbody strap. I’d pick the B25, sell the B30, and keep the profit whilst using the B25 and sticking to a low buy. Impulse buying 10 bags that may lose value is a recipe for regret imo.
I think it’s an unfair question because the objectives of the bags are different. Your B25 will be a collectors/museum piece; meanwhile the other 10 bags are likely to be used & thus in another category. I’d suggest clarifying your ultimate objective: do you want to “complete” your collection or will you be pleased spending money on a variety of everyday bags? Either way, as someone looking in-I can almost guarantee you will continue buying other bags after you obtain your B25 if that’s what you choose. So really it’s about what “goal” you want to obtain first. Also, I feel somewhat confident you won’t use your B25 for the same reasons you don’t use your current B30-hence why I refer to it as a collectors piece. I hope this is helpful! ❤
I think you should get a Birkin 25 because you have wanted that for so long. I do have one caveat however: does it make sense in your life? I remember you said that you were trying to go and have tea with your friends, and elevated activities like that where designer bags make sense. If you think you will have 2 Birkins sitting on your shelf that go unworn, and you have to pay insurance for them, then maybe the 10 contemporary bags make more sense 🙂
I would say wait for the b25. But you said, you don’t really wear your b30. Would it be different in a 25? Maybe a much more lower price point bag wouldn’t feel like a target to walk around with? Just an observation watching your videos
Birkin 25!! Haha the other bags are a ton of fun, but I’ve learned that if I buy a “distraction bag” I usually end up selling it and buying the bag I had truly wanted all along. That being said, I do love my LV MC Marilyn haha!
I saw the swing bag in store today, and really liked then style (though not the colours in store. They only had white or signature print). It had a real vintage feel.
Another honest and from the heart video Jess! Definitely save and go for the dream birkin but you could just get 1 or at max 2 contemporary bag just to make the birkin journey easier and sweeter 😉😊🩷🩷🩷🩷
I like your channel. You are charming and looks like you're having fun. I am not really into handbags as I am a sixty three, almost four, year old man who identifies as that particular one of the two genders. Anyway, I've been into wristwatches these past ten years going through several Rolex, Omega and a few other brands. As to the subject of this video and how it equates to wristwatches buying one Birken or ten cheaper bags is exactly like buying one Rolex or ten cheap Seikos. I'd go with Rolex.
I think there are several factors to consider when looking at only buying one vs multiple special bags for example the price difference? having other bags to fulfill different needs? what bags do you already own, why may the one bag be better that getting a few/several/many? I always ask myself what would be purpose of getting one bag over the other to keep me focused and what would that do for my use/"collection" then think about it for awhile before making a decision. I also think its good to have bags that are our fun bags to wear or enjoy because they reflect our personality as well as having an ultimate special bag. Hopefully you find your B25 soon as it sounds like you will wait for now but thanks for sharing the bags you are loving now. It will be interesting to see which bag comes out as part of the Marc Jabob collaboration with Murakami since it was the snap shot that Marc Jacobs collaborated with Anna Sui for this 40th year collab. I own the Marc Jabobs tote formally known as the micro tote but its not micro (it is about the size of a mini Lady Dior but deeper), it holds a lot for a small bag, can be worn multiple ways and is very comfortable. I love it. Enjoy your day ❤
I love your B30 and I have to say, if you don’t wear it much you probably wont wear the B25. Not that that means you shouldn’t get it! Just an observation. 😊
Can’t comment on worth but based on watching you for several years, go for the B 25 asap. It has become your holy grail. Sometimes those things fail to live up to our long period of anticipation. But if it doesn’t then you can sell it and get as many less expensive bags as you want with some newfound freedom.
Have both the 30 and 25 ,and hardly use it ,firstly because of being scared ,even though I don't live in city and love top handle bags .When I travel I am scared to leave it at home and camouflage by putting into another cloth bag .I love my picotins and other bag .No matter what you buy you still will be itching for 25 ,don't simply buy bags to scratch the itch but focus on end goal .
I've accepted that I'm a luxury handbag collector, and tbh I bought my B25 resale (so 2x retail price) just so I could say I have one in my collection. never worn, never taken out, just admired on my shelf. I ADORE it, and it inspires me to work hard to buy a whole family.... no regrets (although the market has cooled a little so maybe could have saved a couple thousand by waiting). !just my thoughts.
Hi Jess, I am just now catching up on your videos since I was on vacation in California. I was in LA for a few days and LA is NOT the place to go if you're trying to refrain from spending on luxury 😂(which I am). I got to check out a THE ROW store (the architecture of the building itself was stunning and worth a visit) and it was sooo painful to keep passing on handbags that I loved (though I did buy one that was less than $1k, so not too bad in the end). I am loving both rectangular Hermes bags! Maybe skip some of the bags that feel less classic and get these... if you're going to actually wear them, plus they're your fave brand, feels like a better deal than the $20k Birkin!
You never wear your b30 because of security and recognizability or something like that. So i doubt youll wear a b25. However since you're fixated you might as well do it rather than not and then regretting it. Personally since NOT crossbody i would not get a b25. I like my b30 for work and when i need lotsa stuff or any crossbody when i want something small. If i want evening bag i would not use a b25 I'd use something like a k25 or a different small bag that i can wear on my shoulder at least because at a function or party or wedding one needs one arms. I would never leave a b25 unattended in a table so for me a b25 is useless
hold out for the B25! i know so much temptation. trust me I'm there with you. i want a mint CF so bad. and now dior has this gorgeous small lady dior in mint but with their scandal I'm holding out. because I would cry if it turns out the bag cost them $53 to make and I paid $6,500 USD.
Buy 1 bag only ( B25) but in the color that you mostly love 💕 don’t settle for any other color because of the price . Don’t get distracted by any other bag because you will still want the Birkin. Most importantly, buy it to use it and enjoy it to the maximum. I own the B30 gold on gold and it is my most used bag
That murakami Marc Jacob’s gives me hollaween vibes if it was hot pink on balcony would be way better I don’t think it would wear nicely and that green to be honest isn’t for you, your too good to be bothered with the Marc Jacob’s
The Savette Symmetry has been on and off of my wish list for a while now, and I just saw that the price went up.... by 200 USD (not sure about AUD)!! So I removed it from my list once again... as much as I like the bag, it feels like it's getting too pricey for what it is.
@@cecilyerker Oh no! I got it from the Marc Jacobs website. I guess it was only up for a few minutes. That is a shame. I checked after I got mine, and there were still some in stock. Apologies! Keep checking the site, maybe another one will pop up.
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The savette looks nice. Don’t think I’ve heard that brand before. I think I would hold for a birkin because then I would run the risk of feeling overwhelmed by so many 1) new bags to try and 2) quantity of bags in my overall collection. Right on with everything adds up and can take away from getting what you want. (Lesson for me too. 😂)
For the price of one new birkin 25 bought on the secondary market I’d rather have multiple luxury bags from the brands like Fendi, LV etc. All in different styles, sizes and colors. The bags that you will actually use. They would partially hold their value and most importantly give me a comparable feel of carrying a luxury bag. For the contemporary brands, I feel like they can be fun, but there isn’t much of a value if you decide to sell them some day, also the quality is significantly worse and it doesn’t give you the luxury feeling. At the end of the day, buy what brings you joy and suits your taste and lifestyle, and not what people tells you to buy and claim it is an investment. The birkin bag has never been my esthetic so maybe that’s why I see things this way.
I know it would be cool to buy 10 bags but honestly you want the B25 so badly just buy that right now and once you have scratched that itch maybe you can visit other options. Thanks for sharing these bags with us. Some I had never heard of
Birmingham 25 all the way! It will be so rewarding once you finally score it. Hold on! Get a Hermes Plume if you really have an itch. Stick to Hermes. That’s my opinion. lol. Great videos! XO
We are so similar! I have Lv and then Marc Jacobs. I can’t allow myself to buy coach or Fendi because i know ill also start the obsession 😂😂😂😂 I think we are kindred spirits 😆
You won’t be satisfied until you get the birkin 25.. so buy it first and then maybe sell your birkin 30 and buy the 10 bags if you still want them.. I can feel you… sometimes we just want the taste of having it.. if you can afford losing some money if you need to sell them why not? I don’t regret buying and selling luxury bags.. it just makes my life more colourful… as long as I don’t lose too much money selling them.. i take the lost as a cost of having the luxury bags for the time I use them. Maybe there is a few that will stay with us “forever” but it’s ok to have others that come and go.. as long as we are not wasteful.. I don’t call my luxury bags as investments but I feel that their resale values helps me to enjoy many of them with minimal cost. But of course we have to pick wisely before buying one.
It is so hard to stay on track when saving for an expensive bag! I think you should keep to your goal. I’m more of a quality over quantity person. You will probably regret spending so much money on these bags because they do add up. If you take the plunge, I would pick my absolute favorite, buy only that one, and keep saving for the Birkin.
I am the same as you, I always want more of the same thing. If you buy ten other bags, you are still going to want to own the Birkin and you will have blown your budget.
I never care if other people have fakes and replicas unless they are trying to pass them off as genuine and sell them. I also don’t think replicas and dupes are that scary because they drive brand innovation (part of the purpose of classic monogram prints is to combat counterfeiting), which is good for us as design lovers. I guess I can understand people not wanting the same package as everyone else, but if it's a good *gtdupe* whether authentic or not, it makes sense that more people would want it
The 10 bags won’t be a substitute for the Birkin25 so they would have to be in addition to. Not gonna lie, I’m in love with my Marc jacobs bags right now. The colours are amazing!
I haven't commented in a while. I think you should get the Birkin 25. You have been talking about this bag for a while despite the hefty price. I suggested in the past you sell some of your current collection to fund the Birkin 25 bag. I see you've sold some of your bags I was hoping you'd sell, but didn't want to suggest them as some might find my comment negative. Do you wear all the bags behind you? Why not narrow down your collection with the best of a few you can't resist.
1 B25. You gotta stay focused in your collection because you’re very impulsive 😂 Always remember this is a very privileged problem that you are lucky and blessed to have.
You have been wanting the B25 in forever so you won't be happy if you buy those other ten bags. But as a fellow handbag addict, after you get that B25, you'll be lusting after some other Hermes bag. And you might be afraid to use it for fear of damaging it and lowering the resale value and being afraid of being robbed.
I didn’t even watch your video and I think you should buy the Birkin 25 I could probably help you source one for a good deal in Canada if your Interested ask me for my email with a reply and I’ll see what’s in the hush market here in Ottawa and Toronto. Have a great day Jess I can’t wait to sit and watch your videos I been so wanting to buy stuff lately but I want a manly black shoulder birkin waiting for a boutique fresh one
Jess, you have some money because you sold your other bags so you're glitching. A black Birkin 25 is your dream bag. Also you need more black bags anyway, it's easier to style them and they wear better. Also a Birkin 25 is a completely different bag than a Birkin 30. You will get so much wear out of a 25.
I have a birkin 30 and a 25 and honestly I find them impractical for my day to day life. I use my 30 as a tote bag to carry water bottles and sweaters and other extra stuff and keep it in my car..LOL…My 25 is basically a cosmetic bag storage…I prefer crossbodies and top handles are too much of a hassle. The desire of owning these bags eventually wears off and you are left with beautiful looking bags that you can’t use and I end up using my other practical bags when I am out doing my errands.I end up using my Marc Jacobs the tote bag more in my day to day life because it is practical…
This is my opinion from someone who has both and finds them beautiful but definitely impractical for me. Every body is different so what works for me may not for others. But take it from me, I use Marc Jacobs and my Speedy 30, Speedy 25,Coach and Dooney and Bourkes more than Birkins. My birkins have become car tote bags and storage bags for extra stuff just so I can get use out of them..If you really feel like you want the 25 then by all means try to get it, but you don’t need to limit yourself to not trying other bags that are not birkins! You never know, you may find other styles work more for you also. ❤
*jklux* I love you so much and watching your videos makes my day brighter
I love your voice! Thanks for sharing your lovely *esluxy* bag / wardrobe collection :) I actually love how you store your collection and definitely an inspiration for me in my future home
It doesn't matter where they are made. It depends on the craftsmen and quality inspection. My family and I bought *hotdups*
Although I missed these similar videos, I bought the bag I wanted at *hotdups*
What makes you sure the b25 will be worth it when your b30 is never used? You have said a few times you don’t feel safe wearing it. Just some food for thought. Not the popular answer showing in the other comments but something has you hesitating explore why before you buy.
I think she wants it because it’s the “pinnacle” of handbag collecting and has talked about liking collecting things that are rare!
you have a point!! I think I just want one as a little "gem" on my shelf 😂
What an interesting topic! I used to buy fake stuff in high school because I simply couldn't afford what I wanted. It's desirable, and if I can get what I want from a *esluxy* for a few dozen bucks, sure, why not?
Here is the million dollar question Jess, if you get the B25, will you actually wear it or will you be too cautious with it? Maybe don’t get 10 fun bags, but instead, get a couple that you will be excited to wear. Then continue saving for the B25. Do what is best for you 😊
Such a provocative question!! What struck me is you rarely use your B30 so imho, you prob want the B25 as a collection completer, more than as a bag to use. i bet you could spend less money and still be happy. If you kept your Hermes focus and got bags you'd actually use (plume + victoria + garden party), I think you could be really happy AND have more bag choices to wear. Tricky sitch, I'm keen to see what you end up deciding.
I know what you mean!! I would probably use a victoria bag more....but i still crave a little birkin hehe😆
@@Jessiestyle yes, truthfully, i cannot see you abandoning the B25 dream, You're very strong about achieving your goals. I think you prob need to get it, just for completeness.
I think the key here is to be really honest with yourself about why you want the Birkin 25. You already have a Birkin that you don’t wear often. Would a smaller size change how frequently you use it? Do you think you’d feel more comfortable carrying it every day?
As a fellow bag lover, I understand the allure of having that iconic piece in your collection. However, I also know that owning such an expensive bag can sometimes make you hesitant to use it freely. Whether it’s for safety reasons, wanting to stay low-key, or just the fear of ruining something so precious, these factors can significantly impact how much enjoyment you get from the bag.
On the other hand, having a variety of bags can offer more versatility and practicality. You might find that you get more use and joy out of a diverse collection that you can mix and match with different outfits and occasions without the constant worry of potential damage.
Ultimately, it comes down to what brings you more happiness. If owning and occasionally using the Birkin 25 would bring you more joy and satisfaction, then it might be worth it. But if you find more pleasure in having a wider selection of bags that you can use freely and enjoy every day, then maybe going for multiple less expensive bags would be the better choice.
Think about what aligns more with your lifestyle and what will make you happier in the long run. There’s no right or wrong answer, just what feels right for you.
La sakoj ene de *preluxz* estas perfektaj kiel donacoj por amikoj. La prezo ne estas alta kaj la kvalito estas bona.
1 b25!!!!!!❤ Because you’ll still want it after getting those 10 bags hehehe FOR SURE!!!!!
100%!!!!
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I agree
The way I see it. Real or fake if it's a style I like then I like it and will buy it. But to me the *preluxz* one looks better than the real one. And who's gonna be inspecting ladies purses. If your out there trying to figure out if someone's bag is real who are you the prise police? So If you can get a really nice fake one then why not? Most of us don't have thousands dollars to spend on a real one and wouldn't anyway. No one has to know if it's fake or real. That's nobodies business. Enjoy and wear your bag which ever you have.
Just discovered your channel, I love it! Funny thing is, last week I saw a girl on the London Underground wearing a mid-length New York Demerier and I totally fell in love with it. I want to buy *hotdups* . This will be my little birthday present. Thanks for your channel.
I would go with the 10 just because you have enough Hermes Kelly/birkin bags another one in different size doesn’t make a difference it’s still the same vibe
go with fun different design that will give you more options to express yourself
true!! maybe my b25 can be my last hermes bag 😅
Hi Jesse you should do a video on what is holding you back pulling the trigger in birkin 25? You clearly want one!
as a regular watcher....I know how much you've wanted the b25 for a while so I would say, go with b25. Better to go with what you really want, than 10 other things you kind of sort of want..but still want that one thing you want. For me personally, I would go with other bags (perhaps not 10) because for me, carrying a bag with such high price tag feels like a liability. Thus, I won't really end up enjoying the bag
love reading your perspective!! i think I have to try and resist all the bag temptations for now 😅
I would forego the b25 and get several fun bags! Life is short just have fun!
❤it really depends on your goal :) if it’s for collection purposes, you want to complete the whole journey, then definitely go for birkin 25. If it’s for style/fashion purpose, ten bags from a variety of fashion houses will make more sense. Also curious about how much Birkin 25 exactly cost right now 😂 cause I checked secondhand luxury websites, and the range is really big. Love your video as always ❤
You already have Birkin!! That you don't use.
Save your 20k.
true!!! its a lot of money!
@@Jessiestyle That said, I also don't think you should buy 10 others!!
Honestly, your birkin is one of my least favourite bags in your great collection. But I always love vintage & more under the radar bags.
I went to Studio Augusta when I went to Paris in the summer. I bought Monceau at *hotdups* to match. My only regret is not purchasing more. I really hope to get a mini Marley one day.
I use my *preluxz* as a work bag and have had no issues at all. It’s a comfortable bag, fits a good amount and hadn’t lost its shape. With that being said, I also take care of all my bags and don’t carry a water bottle, pens, keys or anything that can damage the interior.
I’ve never found the b30 size to be useful to me… too heavy for a bag without a crossbody strap. I’d pick the B25, sell the B30, and keep the profit whilst using the B25 and sticking to a low buy. Impulse buying 10 bags that may lose value is a recipe for regret imo.
I think it’s an unfair question because the objectives of the bags are different. Your B25 will be a collectors/museum piece; meanwhile the other 10 bags are likely to be used & thus in another category. I’d suggest clarifying your ultimate objective: do you want to “complete” your collection or will you be pleased spending money on a variety of everyday bags? Either way, as someone looking in-I can almost guarantee you will continue buying other bags after you obtain your B25 if that’s what you choose. So really it’s about what “goal” you want to obtain first. Also, I feel somewhat confident you won’t use your B25 for the same reasons you don’t use your current B30-hence why I refer to it as a collectors piece. I hope this is helpful! ❤
I think you should get a Birkin 25 because you have wanted that for so long. I do have one caveat however: does it make sense in your life? I remember you said that you were trying to go and have tea with your friends, and elevated activities like that where designer bags make sense. If you think you will have 2 Birkins sitting on your shelf that go unworn, and you have to pay insurance for them, then maybe the 10 contemporary bags make more sense 🙂
true!! it means I have to pay extra insurance....so annoying..didnt think of that 😅
Do you think you’d use the B25 as much as these other 10 bags you’ve mentioned? Or do you really want it for the collection dream?
just for collection dreams mainly!! hahhaha
I would say wait for the b25. But you said, you don’t really wear your b30. Would it be different in a 25? Maybe a much more lower price point bag wouldn’t feel like a target to walk around with? Just an observation watching your videos
true!! I guess I wont know untill I buy one if its worth it!!😅
I love the mini hortensia and coach swing zip 🥺 you are tempting me with these bags!
You are doing so well in your no-buy. Stay strong, you don’t need any more bags
Birkin 25!! Haha the other bags are a ton of fun, but I’ve learned that if I buy a “distraction bag” I usually end up selling it and buying the bag I had truly wanted all along. That being said, I do love my LV MC Marilyn haha!
I saw the swing bag in store today, and really liked then style (though not the colours in store. They only had white or signature print). It had a real vintage feel.
Another honest and from the heart video Jess! Definitely save and go for the dream birkin but you could just get 1 or at max 2 contemporary bag just to make the birkin journey easier and sweeter 😉😊🩷🩷🩷🩷
I like your channel. You are charming and looks like you're having fun. I am not really into handbags as I am a sixty three, almost four, year old man who identifies as that particular one of the two genders. Anyway, I've been into wristwatches these past ten years going through several Rolex, Omega and a few other brands. As to the subject of this video and how it equates to wristwatches buying one Birken or ten cheaper bags is exactly like buying one Rolex or ten cheap Seikos. I'd go with Rolex.
OOo I would LOVE to learn more about watches actually..that's a niche I appreciate! I totally know what you mean. Thanks lots ❤
I think there are several factors to consider when looking at only buying one vs multiple special bags for example the price difference? having other bags to fulfill different needs? what bags do you already own, why may the one bag be better that getting a few/several/many? I always ask myself what would be purpose of getting one bag over the other to keep me focused and what would that do for my use/"collection" then think about it for awhile before making a decision. I also think its good to have bags that are our fun bags to wear or enjoy because they reflect our personality as well as having an ultimate special bag.
Hopefully you find your B25 soon as it sounds like you will wait for now but thanks for sharing the bags you are loving now. It will be interesting to see which bag comes out as part of the Marc Jabob collaboration with Murakami since it was the snap shot that Marc Jacobs collaborated with Anna Sui for this 40th year collab. I own the Marc Jabobs tote formally known as the micro tote but its not micro (it is about the size of a mini Lady Dior but deeper), it holds a lot for a small bag, can be worn multiple ways and is very comfortable. I love it. Enjoy your day ❤
I love your B30 and I have to say, if you don’t wear it much you probably wont wear the B25. Not that that means you shouldn’t get it! Just an observation. 😊
Can’t comment on worth but based on watching you for several years, go for the B 25 asap. It has become your holy grail. Sometimes those things fail to live up to our long period of anticipation. But if it doesn’t then you can sell it and get as many less expensive bags as you want with some newfound freedom.
Have both the 30 and 25 ,and hardly use it ,firstly because of being scared ,even though I don't live in city and love top handle bags .When I travel I am scared to leave it at home and camouflage by putting into another cloth bag .I love my picotins and other bag .No matter what you buy you still will be itching for 25 ,don't simply buy bags to scratch the itch but focus on end goal .
Hi Jess. 😊 I think you should get the 10. I love that MJ
I've accepted that I'm a luxury handbag collector, and tbh I bought my B25 resale (so 2x retail price) just so I could say I have one in my collection. never worn, never taken out, just admired on my shelf. I ADORE it, and it inspires me to work hard to buy a whole family.... no regrets (although the market has cooled a little so maybe could have saved a couple thousand by waiting). !just my thoughts.
I think my entire collection does not equal a birkin, but I could buy a bolide preloved, I just like variety, but hermes is totally your vibe
hehe yes Jak!! I always like to stick to a brand for some reason!! so I dont go crazy buying other things hehe
For me I feel like since I already have a Birkin 35, Kelly 35, mini Kelly and 2 Evelynes I don't need anymore Hermes, so I'd pick other things
It's is never about quantity always always always quality !!!!!
very true!!!
where is that top from please?
Hi Jess, I am just now catching up on your videos since I was on vacation in California. I was in LA for a few days and LA is NOT the place to go if you're trying to refrain from spending on luxury 😂(which I am). I got to check out a THE ROW store (the architecture of the building itself was stunning and worth a visit) and it was sooo painful to keep passing on handbags that I loved (though I did buy one that was less than $1k, so not too bad in the end). I am loving both rectangular Hermes bags! Maybe skip some of the bags that feel less classic and get these... if you're going to actually wear them, plus they're your fave brand, feels like a better deal than the $20k Birkin!
Great question and enjoy the variety ❤😊
1 b25 is best. You will still want it. The feeling won't go away
I haven’t started the video yet and I’m here to tell you to wait for the Birkin.😊
I think you are right!!
Hello what is your opinion on alledgely dior labour abuse?
You never wear your b30 because of security and recognizability or something like that. So i doubt youll wear a b25. However since you're fixated you might as well do it rather than not and then regretting it. Personally since NOT crossbody i would not get a b25. I like my b30 for work and when i need lotsa stuff or any crossbody when i want something small. If i want evening bag i would not use a b25 I'd use something like a k25 or a different small bag that i can wear on my shoulder at least because at a function or party or wedding one needs one arms. I would never leave a b25 unattended in a table so for me a b25 is useless
B25!! Ever since i start using BKC, and enjoying the quality, I find it hard to use other brands these days
Birkin 25!!! And afterwards, buy the rest! 😂😝
LOVE that ahahhahahaha
Are you trying to talk yourself out of your dream bag, the Birkin 25?? Will you use the 25 or just have it as part of your collection?
a b25 for sure! and one in a pop of color is usually priced lower in the resale market. not one day jess, make it this year.
Definitely get the Jellycat. Maybe go crazy and get both the bear and rabbit.
I’d buy a Coach bag then travel! 😂😂 But I agree with others…you’ll still want the Birkin
hold out for the B25! i know so much temptation. trust me I'm there with you. i want a mint CF so bad. and now dior has this gorgeous small lady dior in mint but with their scandal I'm holding out. because I would cry if it turns out the bag cost them $53 to make and I paid $6,500 USD.
Buy 1 bag only ( B25) but in the color that you mostly love 💕 don’t settle for any other color because of the price . Don’t get distracted by any other bag because you will still want the Birkin. Most importantly, buy it to use it and enjoy it to the maximum. I own the B30 gold on gold and it is my most used bag
That murakami Marc Jacob’s gives me hollaween vibes if it was hot pink on balcony would be way better I don’t think it would wear nicely and that green to be honest isn’t for you, your too good to be bothered with the Marc Jacob’s
The Savette Symmetry has been on and off of my wish list for a while now, and I just saw that the price went up.... by 200 USD (not sure about AUD)!! So I removed it from my list once again... as much as I like the bag, it feels like it's getting too pricey for what it is.
The birkin I think and then after that you can dabble in maybe another 3 bags slowly, say over one year😊
agree!! hahaha
The STEPHEN SPROUSE X MARC JACOBS MEDIUM TOTE BAG is back in stock! Just snagged one.
Looks sold out on the official website. Where did you get one?
@@cecilyerker Oh no! I got it from the Marc Jacobs website. I guess it was only up for a few minutes. That is a shame. I checked after I got mine, and there were still some in stock. Apologies! Keep checking the site, maybe another one will pop up.
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The savette looks nice. Don’t think I’ve heard that brand before. I think I would hold for a birkin because then I would run the risk of feeling overwhelmed by so many 1) new bags to try and 2) quantity of bags in my overall collection. Right on with everything adds up and can take away from getting what you want. (Lesson for me too. 😂)
For the price of one new birkin 25 bought on the secondary market I’d rather have multiple luxury bags from the brands like Fendi, LV etc. All in different styles, sizes and colors. The bags that you will actually use. They would partially hold their value and most importantly give me a comparable feel of carrying a luxury bag. For the contemporary brands, I feel like they can be fun, but there isn’t much of a value if you decide to sell them some day, also the quality is significantly worse and it doesn’t give you the luxury feeling. At the end of the day, buy what brings you joy and suits your taste and lifestyle, and not what people tells you to buy and claim it is an investment. The birkin bag has never been my esthetic so maybe that’s why I see things this way.
I know it would be cool to buy 10 bags but honestly you want the B25 so badly just buy that right now and once you have scratched that itch maybe you can visit other options. Thanks for sharing these bags with us. Some I had never heard of
Wait for your Birkin ❤
… and get the Marc Jacobs as well 🥰
Birmingham 25 all the way! It will be so rewarding once you finally score it. Hold on! Get a Hermes Plume if you really have an itch. Stick to Hermes. That’s my opinion. lol. Great videos! XO
10 is a lot of extra bags. Taking up space is a hard No. patience is key. Hang in there.
Hey! 👋🏽 I would suggest spending on 1 Hermes vs multiples of others.
morning!! thanks! ❤❤
We are so similar! I have Lv and then Marc Jacobs. I can’t allow myself to buy coach or Fendi because i know ill also start the obsession 😂😂😂😂
I think we are kindred spirits 😆
You won’t be satisfied until you get the birkin 25.. so buy it first and then maybe sell your birkin 30 and buy the 10 bags if you still want them.. I can feel you… sometimes we just want the taste of having it.. if you can afford losing some money if you need to sell them why not? I don’t regret buying and selling luxury bags.. it just makes my life more colourful… as long as I don’t lose too much money selling them.. i take the lost as a cost of having the luxury bags for the time I use them. Maybe there is a few that will stay with us “forever” but it’s ok to have others that come and go.. as long as we are not wasteful..
I don’t call my luxury bags as investments but I feel that their resale values helps me to enjoy many of them with minimal cost. But of course we have to pick wisely before buying one.
It is so hard to stay on track when saving for an expensive bag! I think you should keep to your goal. I’m more of a quality over quantity person. You will probably regret spending so much money on these bags because they do add up. If you take the plunge, I would pick my absolute favorite, buy only that one, and keep saving for the Birkin.
indeed!! maybe just the jellycat bag 😅
Hi Jess I think you should buy the 10 bags because you already have alot of Hermes to your collection variety is the secret to life!
1 Birkin. Stay strong! You’re doing great!!
yay!! thanks! ❤❤
Oh, go for the Birkin…that is your true wish! Even if you get 100 more bags, you will still want that Birkin!
I would sell the B30 and buy the B25, MJ tote and Jellycat.
I am the same as you, I always want more of the same thing. If you buy ten other bags, you are still going to want to own the Birkin and you will have blown your budget.
100% !! ❤
I never care if other people have fakes and replicas unless they are trying to pass them off as genuine and sell them. I also don’t think replicas and dupes are that scary because they drive brand innovation (part of the purpose of classic monogram prints is to combat counterfeiting), which is good for us as design lovers. I guess I can understand people not wanting the same package as everyone else, but if it's a good *gtdupe* whether authentic or not, it makes sense that more people would want it
The 10 bags won’t be a substitute for the Birkin25 so they would have to be in addition to. Not gonna lie, I’m in love with my Marc jacobs bags right now. The colours are amazing!
I haven't commented in a while. I think you should get the Birkin 25. You have been talking about this bag for a while despite the hefty price. I suggested in the past you sell some of your current collection to fund the Birkin 25 bag. I see you've sold some of your bags I was hoping you'd sell, but didn't want to suggest them as some might find my comment negative. Do you wear all the bags behind you? Why not narrow down your collection with the best of a few you can't resist.
I would buy B25 and Victoria bag hh
Definitely a birkin 25 🖤 one great bag that you really want is way better ❤
Definitely!!❤
1 Birkin 25 or 2 Joseph Duclos Diane Bags! 😅😘
Hi Jess! Get the Birkin. If you buy the 10 bags, you'll still yearn for the Birkin. It seems to me that the Birkin will be the happy choice. ❤
agree!!❤❤
Buy the Birkin 25!
Birkin 25!
Quality over quantity
Go buy the Birkin 25 I have one that size is perfect! You only live once live your best life
Skip the Birkin 25 but fokus only on Hérmes bags🧡
Buy them all 😂
1 birkin 25. Also easier to sell if you decide you don't like it
good point!
1 B25. You gotta stay focused in your collection because you’re very impulsive 😂 Always remember this is a very privileged problem that you are lucky and blessed to have.
I'd go for Birkin 25. You literally have nothing to lose when you buy it compared to 10 bags.
Buy the Birkin 25
I’m not buying any bags right now because I’m saving for a Birkin. I would rather have quality than quantity.
Sell the B30 and then get B25 and all the 10 bags
I think you will continue to wanting more bags even after you buy B25 😄
Always Hermes bag.
B25 girl & then 10 bags 🤣🤣
HAHAHAH agree😂
Go for your dream Bag and buy a Birkin 25🥰
Hold out for the Birkin
You have been wanting the B25 in forever so you won't be happy if you buy those other ten bags.
But as a fellow handbag addict, after you get that B25, you'll be lusting after some other Hermes bag. And you might be afraid to use it for fear of damaging it and lowering the resale value and being afraid of being robbed.
One Birkin 25.
I didn’t even watch your video and I think you should buy the Birkin 25 I could probably help you source one for a good deal in Canada if your Interested ask me for my email with a reply and I’ll see what’s in the hush market here in Ottawa and Toronto. Have a great day Jess I can’t wait to sit and watch your videos I been so wanting to buy stuff lately but I want a manly black shoulder birkin waiting for a boutique fresh one
This will be my shortest comment ever lol 😂. Wait for the Birkin- it will be more than worth it❤
you are right!!! gotta stay strong!!
1 birkin
Get the Birkin 25 nothing else
You have too many bags already and if I were you I won’t buy any more. Material desires are never fully satisfiable.
The clear answer is 1 Birkin 😂
Jess, you have some money because you sold your other bags so you're glitching. A black Birkin 25 is your dream bag. Also you need more black bags anyway, it's easier to style them and they wear better.
Also a Birkin 25 is a completely different bag than a Birkin 30. You will get so much wear out of a 25.