Anyone else craving a Birkin 35?

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Is anyone else finding themselves craving a b35 recently? I’m a Birkin girl vs Kelly so I already own a 25 & 30. So it feels repetitive to add one of the same size. I’m also drawn to the slouch of some of the 35s as well. The problem is I hardly fill my 30cm lol. Current thoughts on 35s? Do you still own one? If I do add on to my collection I’d probably steer clear of clemence due to the added weight.
 
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I had a Raisin 35 a long time ago. I gave mine to my sister and I think she gave me something (jewellery, I think)

They're not that big (for me) but they're not light. I 100% prefer my GP 36, which is not feather weight either - but certainly lighter. People don't look at my bag before me (done up or left open) either, I really hated that and I don't get that with a K.

I think the 35 looks best. Maybe, because it's the original size and has good proportions.
 
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My only B is a Swift 35, extremely light compared to Clemence (I tried one recently and I couldn't believe its weight).
Moreover Swift is known for becoming soft and slouchy.
I never fill it, in fact I don't agree with adopting mini bags due to carrying few things.
I'm carrying a relatively big bag cause I like it, it remains 75% empty and that's all.
 
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Are big bags finally returning? :graucho:

B35 has the best proportions of all Birkins IMO and suits me best (even though I am only 163cm).

I too initially thought it would be ridiculous to carry an empty bag but then I realize that each bag has its own purpose. B35 is more of an all-day or travel bag for me. If I plan to carry just my phone, calvi duo and keys, I carry my Saut. I would not think of B25 just because I don’t carry much.
 
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My first B (which I still have) was a B35 in Gold Togo. I don’t carry it very often because of the weight, but that is partly my own fault - because I have a tendency to fill whatever bag I’m carrying lol. I feel like the B30 is the sweet spot for me personally in terms of size but I’d definitely consider another 35 in perhaps Swift for a super soft slouch, or a vintage special edition. And pricing on the secondary market is definitely better!
 
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Initially I wanted a 40 but now I'm of the opinion that a 35 would be more manageable for my day to day use.
I've also realised I want it in Swift for reasons of weight, slouch and lack of grain.
I wouldn't even look at Birkin below a 35 I don't care about fashion trends I care about the proportions feeling right for the style of bag.
Personally for above reason a Birkin to my eyes works best in a 35 & 40.
 
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Me! I have read the ode to b35 thread more than once at this point! I personally don't follow what's trendy. I follow what fits me. Now that I have a 35 I am really looking to add maybe 2 more. I have one of each. Something about the size of the 30 is slightly off to me. I typically carry 33oz + water bottles daily but they do not fit properly in my 30! I like to carry things but I do not want my bag to look or feel full which is why Im realizing the 35 is a better fit for me.

To keep my b35 in togo light I don't use the organizer much and only try to focus on carrying essentials which honestly is not much. Now when I do fill the 35 it is HEAVY! But honestly I sometimes fill it because I also felt funny carrying a big bag with little to nothing in it, I'm over that now.
 
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jimmyshoogirl said:
Me! I have read the ode to b35 thread more than once at this point! I personally don't follow what's trendy. I follow what fits me. Now that I have a 35 I am really looking to add maybe 2 more. I have one of each. Something about the size of the 30 is slightly off to me. I typically carry 33oz + water bottles daily but they do not fit properly in my 30! I like to carry things but I do not want my bag to look or feel full which is why Im realizing the 35 is a better fit for me.

To keep my b35 in togo light I don't use the organizer much and only try to focus on carrying essentials which honestly is not much. Now when I do fill the 35 it is HEAVY! But honestly I sometimes fill it because I also felt funny carrying a big bag with little to nothing in it, I'm over that now.
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I'm in two minds about the organiser option for a B35. If I don't use it my things rattle around in the bag, but if I do it adds too much weight and bulk.
 
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Yes! ...but honestly only as a travel bag. I've had a handful over the years, and they are gigantic to me. Togo is relatively easy to carry, albeit still heavy, but wow. Clemence. No need to hit the gym with that one on your arm. I agree with @nakedmosher2of3 that a Toile would be absolutely delicious! And light to carry - the best of all the worlds.

Actually, now that I think about it, my very first offer way, way back was a shiny graphite croc B35 and I remember thinking... I am not enough woman for this. I'm still not enough woman, pretty sure.
 
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