Super thread!
My issue is not seeing a pic of anyone of any height/weight combo from the front, but it is the side profile that concerns me of the birkin. I am super short and I think the 35 looks great on me when you see it from the front, but it is the side profile where it tells the story. Remember the side is what/how you are viewed when you are carrying it. It is quite wide on a 35. I also find the weight of a 35 an issue.
So, my opinion would be a 30 is great in any leather, but if you choose a 35 I would go with a lighter leather so it does not weigh you down. Also, I agree that a 35 would be great to have for the travel bag and that also means you would want a lighter leather. 30 is super for a lovely handbag!
My issue is not seeing a pic of anyone of any height/weight combo from the front, but it is the side profile that concerns me of the birkin. I am super short and I think the 35 looks great on me when you see it from the front, but it is the side profile where it tells the story. Remember the side is what/how you are viewed when you are carrying it. It is quite wide on a 35. I also find the weight of a 35 an issue.
So, my opinion would be a 30 is great in any leather, but if you choose a 35 I would go with a lighter leather so it does not weigh you down. Also, I agree that a 35 would be great to have for the travel bag and that also means you would want a lighter leather. 30 is super for a lovely handbag!