Inside the minds of 4 Hermès bag collectors

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  • Hermès is having a moment — especially its Birkin and Kelly handbags.
  • Speaking with Business Insider, collectors and experts explained why they love them.
  • Each said they appreciated the bags' high-quality craftsmanship and practicality.

Hermès is having a moment.

Why companies keep betting — and losing — on Harry and Meghan

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are really famous, but that doesn't mean they're good at business.

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I quit McKinsey after 1.5 years. I was making over $200k but my mental health was shattered.

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A former McKinsey & Company associate (not pictured) shares their experience working at the consulting giant and why they left.

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Trump is struggling to stay awake at his first criminal trial. It's going to be a long 6 weeks.

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Trump is having trouble staying awake in court.

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America's young men are blowing their money like never before

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The boys-who-like-to-bet bank is open, and a slew of companies are making as many withdrawals as they can.

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I went from a Big Tech job to folding clothes at a retail store. My new role gave me confidence and joy when I needed it the most.

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Beware: leaving a big city could be really bad for your career

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I love staring at my phone. So why are some tech companies trying to stop me?

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I'm not looking for an iPhone replacement. I love my phone — so much.

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America's cities had a way to escape the 'doom loop.' Then they blew it.

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City and state governments across America are facing a nasty budget crunch as property taxes fall and new expenses add up.

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'Assuming that I'm just a little old lady was your first mistake': Retired boomers are rejecting the idea they're lonely or sad

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Boomers living full and active lives in retirement say the freedom they have is like returning to childhood.

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