8 h. ago Jane Birkin’s original Hermès bag sells for over $10 million at auction

The inspiration for the handbag came during a chance encounter between British-born actress and singer Jane Birkin and the artistic director of Hermès on an Air France flight in early 80s

Economics

11 h. ago LAURA CRAIK: As rumours swirl that new Mrs Bezos was among the Birkin bidders... who DID finally bag the original for £7.4MILLION?

When it comes to personal style, Lauren Sanchez Bezos has little in common with Jane Birkin, the iconic Anglo-French singer and fashion muse who passed away in July 2023, aged 76.

Economics

15 h. ago Jane Birkin’s original Hermès handbag sells for record €8.6m at Paris auction

Prototype for bag once owned by British-born singer and actor is most expensive fashion accessory sold at auction in EuropeA unique if well-worn handbag created for the singer and actor Jane Birkin by Hermès has been sold in Paris for €8.6m (£7.4m), making it the most expensive fashion accessory ever sold at auction in Europe.The original battered Birkin bag was used by France’s favourite “petite Anglaise” for nine years and still bears traces of the stickers she put on its black leather. Continue reading...

Politics

16 h. ago Original 1984 Hermes Birkin bag belonging to the late Jane Birkin becomes most valuable handbag ever as it sells for £8.6million

The original Birkin, named after the British actress and singer, is now also the second most expensive fashion item to ever be sold, after it went under the hammer at Sotheby's in Paris on Thursday.

Economics

18 h. ago The original Birkin bag is sold for €7 million: The history of Jane Birkin’s Hermès legacy

The first Birkin bag ever created was sold in Paris for roughly £6 million.

Politics

19 h. ago Watch live: Jane Birkin’s original Hermès handbag goes up for auction at Sotheby’s

Watch live as the original Hermès Birkin bag, designed for singer Jane Birkin, is auctioned at Sotheby's Paris "Fashion Icons" sale during Haute Couture Week on Thursday, 10 July.

Politics

22 h. ago Jane Birkin’s original Hermès bag is up for auction in Paris

The original Birkin bag created by Hermès for Jane Birkin in 1984 is up for auction in Paris

Politics

56 h. ago LAURA CRAIK's fashion verdict: Naomi Campbell channels Elvis Presley as supermodel hits Chanel's Haute Couture show in Paris with striking quiff

It was a striking look for the Streatham-born supermodel, 55, adding extra inches to her 5ft 10in and lending a retro feel to her Chanel tweed jacket and boot-cut trousers.

Events

3 d. ago LAURA CRAIK delivers her fashion verdict on how birds stole the show at Schiaparelli, from Cardi B's raven to Dua Lipa's feathered gown

Jet black lips, breastplates worn backwards and shoulder pads whose dimensions would put Joan Collins to shame - it can only be a Schiaparelli show.

Culture

7 d. ago Terrifying mystery of Disney cruise fall and cruel rumour about dad who saved daughter

After a five-year-old girl plunged from a Disney cruise ship, with her father diving in to rescue her, rumours began to swirl surrounding the terrifying incident. Officers have since clarified the facts of the case

Events

1 week ago Glastonbury 2025 live: Lewis Capaldi rumours swirl ahead of The 1975 headline set

Latest updates as performances get underway, with BBC livestreaming sets from Lorde, CMAT, Wet Leg, Gracie Abrams and Inhaler

Politics

1 week ago Glastonbury 2025 live: The 1975 to headline Pyramid Stage tonight as Lewis Capaldi secret set rumours swirl

The 1975 will make their debut Glastonbury headline performance tonight

Society

3 w. ago Premier League fixture list is 'LEAKED' 24 hours before official release

A list of 'leaked' Premier League fixtures has got fans excited on social media. The Premier League's official fixture release will be on Wednesday at 9am and rumours of a leak swirl.

Politics

3 w. ago Emma Raducanu pulls out of tournament days before Wimbledon as boyfriend rumours swirl

Emma Raducanu has withdrawn from the Berlin Open next week after suffering more back issues - but is still planning to play Eastbourne the week before Wimbledon

Politics