He eventually gifted the actress a black calfskin prototype of the Birkin, suggesting that the purse be named after her. "Tired of her baskets, Jane wanted a bag like [her partner] Serge ...

Although we’ve had season after season of minimalist bag trends, the overstuffed, used, and personalized bag is making waves ...

The bag draws inspiration from the legendary Hermès Birkin, which has its own fascinating origin story. In 1984, actress Jane Birkin spilled the contents of her bag while seated next to Hermès ...

The Birkin bag, known for its luxury and exclusivity, was born from a chance encounter between Jane Birkin and Hermès CEO Jean-Louis Dumas on a flight. Jane's practical handbag ideas inspired ...

Named after actor and singer Jane Birkin, Hermès Birkin bags are a symbol of luxury and wealth and a fashion statement. The highly prized, luxury designer product is not easily available and is ...

Nothing says “I made it” like popping out with a Birkin bag on your arm. The luxury Hermès tote, named after British-French actress/singer/designer Jane Birkin in 1984, has been a status ...

Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. The namesake for the bag, Jane Birkin was a British actress who lived in Paris. Seen carrying a fully-stuffed Birkin, she helped inspire ...

Nothing says luxury quite like a Birkin bag — look no further than their hefty price tags. Named after French actress Jane Birkin, the Hermès carryall was created in 1984 after Birkin told then ...