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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.
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Despite a slowdown in luxury spending, Hermès' stock has grown 27% over the past year. And while other brands have leaned into social media marketing and celebrity partnerships, Hermès has not.
Luxury gifts the world's richest want under the tree: Birkins, a Tuscan estate, and tickets to space
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