Published 15:16 IST, December 16th 2023

The Birkin Matchmaker: A peek inside the world's largest collection of Hermès bags

Michael Mack is essentially a Birkin matchmaker for enthusiasts of luxury.

Reported by: Manasvi Asthana
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In realm of luxury fashion, few names hold as much allure and prestige as Hermès and at heart of Hermès obsession lies iconic Birkin bag. Revered for its exquisite craftsmanship, timeless design, and elusive nature, Birkin has become a symbol of status and sophistication. Enter world of Birkin matchmaker, where one can find mselves surrounded by one of largest collections of se coveted bags.

If your heart is set on finding " One" in form of a coveted Birkin bag, your go-to matchmaker is ne or than Michael Mack. As esteemed custodian of a prized collection, Michael Mack, based in Las Vegas, oversees a fleet of highly sought-after Hermès Birkin and Kelly handbags an impressive total of 120 to be precise.

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With an array of hues that spans nearly every imaginable she, Michael Mack's opulent collection stands as one of globe's largest, commanding a valuation exceeding $1 million. Mack modestly estimates his position at third place, ackwledging considerable collections of Singapore socialite Jamie Chua, rumored to possess 200 and fashion icon Victoria Beckham, said to own over 100.

Michael Mack is essentially a Birkin matchmaker for enthusiasts of luxury.

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Socialite and Max Pawn regular Ivana Walborn, who is 68-year-old, a resident of Neva has purchased at least a dozen Birkins and half a dozen Kellys from Mack. “My husband says, ‘You have a crush on him,’ and I say, ‘I have a crush on anybody who’s got handbags and jewelry" Ivana ded as reported.

Originating from a single Louis Vuitton Speedy 14 years ago, Max Pawn's humble beginnings have transformed into an expansive collection of approximately 800 luxury handbags. se treasures are meticulously sourced by Michael Mack's global team of buyers and me available at a fraction of ir original price.

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“You name it, Michael has it,” loyal Max Pawn customer Ann Pennington, an NYC-based philanthropist, told New York Post. “It’s almost like a bargain bin, but luxury bargain”, she ded.

While Michael Mack's enterprise primarily serves elite, he ds a touch of generosity for aspiring Hermès owners by providing pre-loved Birkins at remarkably attractive prices. se steals range from a modest $8,000 to a more extravagant $65,500. In comparison, a brand-new Birkin 30 is estimated to start at around $11,200, but price can soar into realm of hundreds of thousands for exclusive colors, rare lears, specific sizes, or unique hardware configurations.

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Michael Mack highlights, "What we’ve really created is affordability for those that can afford it." He points out that among his clientele are high-profile athletes and socialites who prefer to treat mselves to designer luxury at a fraction of original cost.

As aficionos are well aware, acquiring a pristine Birkin is t as straightforward as strolling into your neighborhood Hermès store and plucking one off shelf, said Mark as per reports.

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15:16 IST, December 16th 2023