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When you purchase a luxury handbag, you are acquiring a piece of functional art. Some luxury bags, like the Hermès Birkin or Kelly bag, have proven to be exceptional investment handbags, but most women want to wear their exquisite bags. These bags were made to be worn and loved. And love them you shall. But it’s critical to learn how to store Hermès bags properly to ensure they continue to look their very best. ...

Wondering how to get a Birkin or a Kelly bag? Read this blog to learn more about purchasing the most coveted Hermès Birkin and Kelly bags.

Goodbye serial stickers and authenticity cards! Chanel bags starting with the 21A collection will switch to a new microchip authentication system. Here's the scoop.

The Space Sac à Malice is a spirited space-themed collector's item that's positively out of this world! Find out what makes this whimsical bag so special.

What does the Chanel logo represent? Learn about the history, design, and meaning behind an iconic status symbol.

We know it’s been a difficult year for mothers and their children everywhere. If you have a mom, you’ve felt her love when she talks about hugging you and your kids. If your wife is a mom, you’ve seen her cope with the stress of a year plus remote schooling and work. If you are a mom, you’ve given your all under the most...

Hermès' new limited edition 'Cargo Birkin' makes us wistful for traveling in style. The Cargo is today’s perfect travel companion, in that it is both practical and elegant. In the classic 35cm size, this bag is primarily made of Toile Canvas, making it lightweight and durable — and accented with Swift calfskin leather. It has a large interior to carry everything needed for a...

While the Hermès Kelly, and specially the Birkin bags are considered Holy Grail bags, there is an even higher tier in this already ultra luxury handbag world: the Special Order (SO) bag, otherwise known as the Horseshoe Stamp (HSS) bag. What is an Hermès Special Order Bag? A Special Order Hermès bag is a handbag that is designed to the exact specifications of a...

Hermès’ holy grail bag is the Himalaya, and with one glance it’s easy to see why.      The Himalaya is, for many Hermès lovers, the ultimate bag to own.   They are unique, unrivaled in design and construction. They are a symbol of refinement and success, as only Hermès VIPs have access to them.  And they are highly collectible, increasing in value over time due to...

A new season means new Hermès hues are in, and we’re loving the colors for Fall 2019/Winter 2020. Our experts have hand-curated a selection of the hottest hues, and we’re constantly adding new luxury options to our collection. We know these new colors will go fast, so read on to see what styles we’ll have in stock.    Vert Amande   One of the...

The Birkin bag is beloved by many celebrities around the globe. Below are some of the best celebrity Birkin bags, in alphabetical order. We have also listed the same or very similar authentic Birkin bags that are available at Madison Avenue Couture. All these bags could be yours with just the click of a button, or by visiting our NYC showroom. Call today to...

From the mind of Louis Vuitton’s Men’s Artistic Director, Virgil Abloh, comes this eye-catching piece. While it debuted in the men’s Spring 2019 runway, we think this Keepall is well-suited for women as well. From LouisVuitton.com: “This colorful take on the Keepall Bandouliere 50 represents the pioneering vision of menswear artistic director Virgil Abloh: the combination of his youthful vibrancy with the timeless elegance...

While it feels like we just did a Fall/Winter color guide, it’s already time to admire the new Hermes colors for the Spring/Summer 2019 season. Below are the new Hermes colors, in alphabetical order. As the most trusted independent curators of authentic Hermes handbags and accessories, at Madison Avenue Couture we are constantly adding the newest colors to our already large inventory. So keep an eye out...

A January 2019 article in InStyle.com reaffirms that buying a Birkin bag can be an extremely lucrative investment. Based on some research from HEWI, a UK company, the article states that: Tireless demand and the laws of scarcity have driven the Birkin prices up virtually every year since its creation Extrapolating data over the past ten years, HEWI states that the bags are poised...

Without doubt, getting a Birkin or Kelly directly from an Hermes boutique is the ideal scenario. We all would like to walk into one of these marvelous stores, ask a Sales Associate (SA) for a Birkin or Kelly in the color and size of our choice, pay for it and leave the store with our bag in hand. This, of course, is a fantasy;...