Luxury fashion content creatorCharles Grossvividly remembers the experience of his first handbag offer at an Hermes boutique.

The wait was about two months, and then the offer came, he shares.

Its like a proposal scene in a movie.

Six Hermes Birkin and Kelly bags in various shades of green

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I laugh [saying] that, but it is truly that built up.

Despite his elation, Gross is quick to note that this process is restrictive.

For something to be chic and exclusive, it does not have to be exclusionary.

Charles Gross wearing a neutral suit and carrying a dark brown Hermes Birkin bag

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Im a big fan of the resale market.

We believe in accessibility for all, she says.

Our clients who purchase Birkins represent all shopper cohorts, in one way or another, she says.

Alex Pardoe wears an all-black outfit and carries a black Hermes Birkin bag

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How Expensive Are Birkin Bags on Resale Sites?

Our most expensive Himalaya Birkins fetch well over $200,000, says Osborn.

My preference is really however I can get my hands on a specific bag Im looking for.

Close-up of woman wearing sweater dress and gold jewelry and carrying an Hermes Kelly bag

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I love buying Hermes bags secondhand, he says.

The secondhand market is an entirely different ‘Hermes World.’

The Birkin is a status symbol for exclusivity, luxury and refined taste, Osborn says.

A selection of Hermes Birkin and Kelly bags available at a Fashionphile store

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