How far are you willing to go for the perfect handbag? Let's face it: For many women, leaving the house without her is unlikely. They are beautiful, they are practical, and they can make the most boring outfits stand out from the crowd. And we are all pretty familiar with high-end models that can cost up to thousands and thousands of dollars. Others are so exclusive that some people even have entire collections!
But how expensive can a handbag be? After all, it's just a bunch of fabrics sewn together, right? However, if you add a few additional "ingredients" and add a fairly well-known brand to the mix, the price is likely to go up like crazy.
So let's check out the top ten most expensive handbags of all time.
10. SHINY AMETHYSTE POROSUS DIAMOND BIRKIN- $ 160,000
We open this list with what is known as one of the most expensive bag brands of all time, Birkin. And in good old fashioned Birkin style, this beautiful piece consists of a purple crocodile leather handbag that will make any wallet lover cry.
Of course, it includes white gold pieces and its fair share of diamond jewelry, which is why it sold for $ 160,000 at Christie's. And if you think that's a lot, be prepared for some surprises as you work your way down this list!
9. Fuschia Crocodile Birkin - $ 222,000
Another Birkin, for your enjoyment. This particular model is a stunning Fuschia crocodile leather handbag that can be described as the dream of many little girls. It is shiny, hot pink and luxurious.
Back in 2015, this bag broke the record for the most expensive bag ever sold at an auction in Hong Kong, a record that's been broken again ... more on that later. At the time, this magnificent piece was auctioned for a staggering $ 222,000.
8. Chanel Diamond Forever bag - $ 261,000
If you hear the word Channel, you already know that a really luxurious and expensive thing is waiting for you. Whether it's clothing, makeup or perfume, Channel is one of the most famous names in fashion. And when the brand launched the Chanel Diamond Forever bag, it remained true to its nature.
The bag is crafted from crocodile skin and includes over three hundred diamonds in its design, as well as an 18K gold chain that can be removed and used as a necklace. Whether you think this is a fair argument for price or not, the truth is that one of these crumbs is worth $ 261,000, and there are only 13 of them worldwide.
7. Blood Red Herm? S Braise Crocodile Birkin - $ 298,000
Herm's Blood Red Birkin is the second Birkin to feature on this list, but it won't be the last. This bag stands out thanks to its stunning red color and handful of gold and diamonds.
Back in 2016, Blood Red broke the record for the most expensive handbag ever sold at auction, a record that Birkin will break again years later. At the time, it was bought by an anonymous buyer who paid $ 298,000 for the model.
6. Himalaya Niloticus Crocodile Diamond Birkin - $ 379,000
As we are on the topic of broken records, it seems like now is the right time to show off the Himalaya Niloticus Crocodile Diamond Birkin, the current queen of the most expensive bags ever sold at auction. It sold for a staggering $ 379,000 when it went up for auction.
Of course, its design includes everything you'd expect from a bag like this: diamonds, gold and crocodile skin. With an added bonus, it is extremely rare as only two of these are produced each year. We'd advise hiring a personal bodyguard for this babe if you've ever considered buying your own!
5. Lana Marks Cleopatra Bag - $ 400,000
Can you honestly expect something other than beautiful, luxurious and expensive when the item is called Cleopatra? This is probably what Lana Marks thought when these bags began to be produced, as they usually sell for extremely large sums and are a favorite among the rich and famous.
Only one piece is made each year, and the most expensive Cleopatra bag made to date belongs to actress Li Bingbing. Her model is adorned with over a thousand diamonds, and her name is inscribed with precious stones in rose gold. Price tag? An incredible $ 400,000.
4. Herm? S Chaine D'Ancre Bag - $ 1.4 Million
What may at first seem surprising due to its unusual design, is in fact a rather advanced and exclusive Herm's bag. We understand that the cost of a small fortune ($ 1.4 million) may not make a lot of sense for a bunch of ropes, but the secret, as usual, is in materials and exclusivity.
The Herm? S Chaine D'Ancre bag is covered in over a thousand diamonds and represents a special collaboration with Pierre Hardy. This means that only three pieces were made, which added even more value to an already expensive item.
3. Hermes Birkin by Ginza Tanaka - $ 1.4 Million
Did you think the Himalaya Niloticus Crocodile Diamond Birkin would be the last Birkin on this list? Just because it was the most expensive handbag ever sold at auction does not mean it is the most expensive Birkin in the world! Introducing the second largest Birkin title holder from Ginza Tanaka.
This stunning accessory includes 2,000 diamonds and a stunning 8 carat piece that you can wear as a brooch. In addition to this, the diamond lanyard can be worn as a necklace or bracelet. Enough features to cost you $ 1.4 million!
2.2012 Sac Bijou Birkin - $ 1.9 Million
It may not be the most expensive handbag in the world, but it certainly comes close as the most expensive bag. As of now, the 2012 Sac Bijou Birkin can be content with being the most expensive Birkin bag to this day, with a whopping $ 1.9 million. And for good reason!
Unsurprisingly, you're looking at a fortune with just three models in the world crafted in rose gold and diamonds. This beauty can easily blind an innocent bystander and of course ruin your bank account.
1. The 1001 Nights Diamond Purse by Mouawad - $ 3.8 million
And completing the list of the most expensive bags in the world is the 1001 Nights Diamond wallet from Mouawad. He has held a position in the Guinness Book of Records for almost 10 years, and, looking at this, it is not difficult to understand why.
It took almost nine thousand hours to assemble this masterpiece, consisting of 18-carat gold and almost five thousand diamonds. For $ 3.8 million, if you are thinking of indulging yourself in one of these, we suggest you start saving yesterday
We recommend watching:
5 Most Expensive Bags from the channel Anatol Vovk. An excellent video about the most expensive bags with a nice commentator.
