When news broke earlier this year that Hermes had begun breeding their own alligators at a reptile farm in Australia, one could only assume that the demand for the exotic skin had risen to a high point. Such has not been the case for everyone, though.

In fact, it seems that Hermes is the only one to see ...

Just about any handbag giveaway is worth getting excited about, in my opinion, but the possibility of winning an Hermès Birkin bag is enough to make some women start hyperventilating.

Well, ladies, get the oxygen ready because the chance of owning your very own Birkin has arrived. In what they're calling their "biggest-ever handbag ...

Hermes Birkin bags are the ultimate status symbol, with serious waitlists to match serious prices. But the value of these precious purses is lost on Kim Kardashian's new puppy Rocky!

The pet clearly needs to be toilet trained after he relieved himself upon Kim's $6,500 accessory. The frustrated new mommy ...

Grace Kelly is one of those legendary style icons that will always be brought up when fabulous fashion sense, past or present, is discussed. Even decades later, her undeniably chic and feminine looks still provide inspiration for many of today's designers.

Her often-imitated, ladylike style is soon to be celebrated through a new display at the ...

A Scottish stylista recently bagged a bargain, after paying just a few hundred pounds for a Hermes handbag. The prized purse was sold at the Cancer Research UK shop in Pitlochry, Perthshire.

It's estimated that the bag was worth at least £1500, but the store owners were happy to accept the much ...

Luxury brand Hermes seems to be riding over the wave of economic crisis with only a mere splash or two of disturbance. Somehow this label is defying the odds in a fashion industry that is simply trying to tread water.

With new stores and pop-up boutiques opening, Hermes continues to expand thanks ...

Liberty's scarf room in London is about to be taken over by Hermes. The British retailer will host a pop-up Hermes scarf and tie shop from September 7 to October 18.

The space will take the form of an oversized dressing up box, where visitors can experiment with ...

Rumors are abuzz that Jean Paul Gaultier will be leaving his current post as creative director for French luxury giant Hermès. The highly acclaimed couture aficionado, who has been with the company for the last six years, will reportedly step down from the position following the release of the design house's spring ...

Hermes forgot about autumn and really took the winter thing seriously when planning their fall/winter 2009 advertising campaign. In complete contrast to the beach setting of their spring ads, the label went in the obvious opposite direction and took things to the snow-filled scenery of Sweden.

Brazilian model Raquel Zimmermann seems quite ...

When I think of generous, philanthropic celebs, Naomi Campbell isn't a name which springs to mind. But it seems I might have misjudged the hot-tempered supermodel. She's showing rare altruism and donating an exotic Hermes Birkin bag to charity.

Naomi will part with a green alligator skin Birkin for ...

We knew Hermes' Australian crocodile farms were bound to anger PETA, so it's no surprise to hear the animal rights group has hit back.
"The thought of purposely breeding and killing crocodiles for an outdated, overpriced handbag should make any fashionista's skin crawl," the group said in ...

As far as do-it-yourself projects go, this one takes the cake for me. Luxury brand Hermes has recently revealed their plans to breed crocodiles to keep up with their overwhelming handbag demand.

It's slightly conflicting news since we just learned of the company's recent postponing of store openings because of financial ...

Even with Victoria Beckham's ridiculous, over-the-top spending on her Birkin bag collection, Hermes is still dealing with financial woes. It's a common story these days with fashion labels as people are cutting out luxury purchases.

Though Hermes recently opened a new boutique in the East Hamptons, the company has had to ...

Hermès won't let the financial crisis get it down. The French fashion label will open the doors of a new retail store in East Hampton this summer. But blink and you'll miss it. Doors will close again when the weather cools on September 20.
"We have 22 of our own boutiques ...

While many of us are tightening our belts and spending less in these tough economic times, rich fashionistas like Victoria Beckham are still living the high life. Never one to look for budget bags like the rest of us, Vic prefers to splash out Hermes Birkins. A new ...

The financial crisis hasn't tainted the allure of our favorite luxury handbags. US magazine Forbes says the top three designer labels have maintained their worth in the face of the credit crunch.

French fashion house Louis Vuitton is still leading the pack with a brand value of $19 ...

For a Christmas gift that just keeps on giving, snap up one of the rare Hermes bags for sale at the upcoming Christie's auctions.

If you're in Britain, head to the Jewels sale at South Kensington in London on December 9 to snag one of 23 very special Hermes bags. ...

I've always thought you could learn a lot about a woman by looking inside her handbag. Is she a hoarder holding on to old bus tickets and receipts, or is she all business carrying just the essentials?

It seems it's not just a bag's inner contents which expose a woman's ...

As creative director for Hermes, Jean Paul Gaultier produced one of the world's most revered handbags: the Birkin. Now he's applied his Midas touch to water bottles! Evian has teamed with the acclaimed French designer to produce two limited edition bottles. These beautiful creations ...

For the second year running, Judith Leiber handbags have captured the hearts of America's wealthiest. The luxury bag brand was given the highest rating by the New York-based Luxury Institute.

So just what makes Leiber bags so popular amongst society's elite? Voters commented that the bags from the Haute Couture fashion label are ...

Spoil yourself with this sexy little clutch purse from Hermes.

It's made from ostrich leather, one of the most highly prized skins in modern fashion. This spectacular white fabric with its distinctive spots is accentuated with rich palladium hardware. The exterior is elegantly simple, giving this stunning handbag a timeless charm.

The interior may be ...

This stunning Hermes handbag will add an elegant touch to any outfit.

It's made of opulent Togo leather, a luxurious fabric which is soft and virtually scratch proof. This durable material ensures your designer bag will look gorgeous for many years to come.

The stunning forest green fabric is a little different, but it’s neutral enough ...

We all deserve a little spoiling every now and then. If it's been a while since you've pampered yourself, this luxurious Lindy bag could be just the thing.

The first thing you'll notice is its vibrant blue jean exterior. It's made of Clemence leather, a sumptuous slouchy fabric. This is one of Hermes most durable ...

Reusuable shopping bags are all the rage, but few are as stunning as the Hermes Silky Pop Shopper.

This elegant bag is made of hand-wrought silk and decorated with a breathtaking Hermes signature print. The colors are rich, but subdued enough to never overpower your outfit.

This stunning shopper folds to the size of a CD, so ...

Hermes Birkin bags are true status symbols with their classic shapes and luxury leathers. One limited edition crocodile leather Birkin encrusted with diamonds sold for $120,000! But you don't have to go bankrupt to enjoy the Birkin look, thanks to this beautiful Hermes replica handbag.

All the trademark Birkin features are there, but it costs ...

Hermes Birkin bags are fashion icons regarded as much more than simple purses. They are status symbols, with waitlists forcing fashion fans to wait more than two years to own one.

These stylish handbags were created by Hermes head Jean Louis Dumas and actress Jane Birkin. Word is that Jean wanted a functional weekend ...