After almost 10 years without taking a cruise, these are the handbags I packed for a week aboard Icon of the Seas—and the ones I reached for most. From a Birkin Cargo 35 and Gucci Giglio tote to a Chanel 25 and Mini Kelly, here's what worked best on board.

The Hermès Birkin is more than a luxury handbag. From its timeless design and collector appeal to the exclusivity behind buying one, here’s why the Birkin became the most iconic bag in fashion.

After years of collecting and carrying luxury handbags, these are the 10 bags I’d still confidently buy again today — from my Hermès Birkin 25s to the Balenciaga Rodeo and Louis Vuitton favorites I genuinely keep reaching for.

The Hermès Birkin Cargo 35 combines canvas, Swift leather, Palladium hardware, and utility-inspired details in a way that feels both luxurious and practical. Here’s why it became one of my favorite bags for traveling and everyday life

The colors that quietly do the most—no matter the brand or shape.

Not all Birkins are meant to be used the same way. The Hermès Birkin Cargo 25 shifts the experience…lighter, more functional, and easier to carry. A closer look at its design, pockets, and how it fits into everyday life.

Hermès doesn’t build desire through constant launches.
It builds it through restraint, protecting what already exists, and letting time do the work.

Before luxury became fashion, it was equestrian. From Hermès saddlery to Gucci’s Horsebit and Dior’s Saddle Bag, this article explores how function, control, and craftsmanship still define the way handbags are designed today.