I have them all, from 25 to 35 - but my favorite remains the 30.
Do You Prefer Size 30 or 35 Birkin?
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I love my 35. I’ve always preferred a large bag for a few reasons. I love them for travel. I tend to carry everything plus the kitchen sink and I don’t want to rummage around. I love the casual, slouchy look of the 35. I don’t find it too heavy. I don’t particularly care for the 25 look as I think of B as a tote. I have a few Neverfulls and I love them too.
I'm team B30. I have 25-35. The B35 has proven to be too big, heavy and bulky for me now. If I need to carry a lot, I use a shoulder tote. B30 is great for everyday use to carry essentials plus a bit more if needed. My B25 and B30 probably get equal amount of use.
i’m with u on this! i got the B35 as my first because it was the “original size”I’m a 35 girl all the way. It’s sexy. It’s Carolyn Bessette cool. But let’s be real, the thing weighs three and a half tons holding a car key and a stick of gum.
but gosh, it weighs a ton! i love the slouchy look paired with shorts and sandals for the weekend
after knowing the various sizes
i fell in love with the K25 esp in sellier or the vintage box sellier k28
i love the K20s too but sadly its not practical as both my phones are huge😂
if i could, i would get a B25 instead of B30
I am very happy with my 35 as a tote. For smaller size purses and a more polished look, I prefer a Kelly 28/32.
Hi guys, I need some help deciding please!
I am hesitating between a B30 black togo or Clemence in GHW and a B35 in black Chèvre PHW (i believe it's coromandel). Both are preloved and both on my list (in terms of colour and hardware). Chèvre was not on my list initially, I just fell in love after reading about different leathers and reading Tpf reviews and posts (although some have mixed opinions). The Chèvre is a few thousands more expensive than what is currently on the second hand market for a black B35 in a different leather.
I had in my mind that I would prioritise a black B30 for now but then I found the Chèvre and now I don't know...
For reference i already own a B30 togo in a different colour, no B35 yet.
Which one shall I go for and what would be the reason ?
If anyone has an idea about what the resale price for B35 Chèvre is that would also be very helpful!
Thank you soo much for your help !!! 🙏🏻 Looking forward to having some opinions!
I am hesitating between a B30 black togo or Clemence in GHW and a B35 in black Chèvre PHW (i believe it's coromandel). Both are preloved and both on my list (in terms of colour and hardware). Chèvre was not on my list initially, I just fell in love after reading about different leathers and reading Tpf reviews and posts (although some have mixed opinions). The Chèvre is a few thousands more expensive than what is currently on the second hand market for a black B35 in a different leather.
I had in my mind that I would prioritise a black B30 for now but then I found the Chèvre and now I don't know...
For reference i already own a B30 togo in a different colour, no B35 yet.
Which one shall I go for and what would be the reason ?
If anyone has an idea about what the resale price for B35 Chèvre is that would also be very helpful!
Thank you soo much for your help !!! 🙏🏻 Looking forward to having some opinions!
A B35, for me, is a travel bag or a work bag. Do you have a use for such a large tote?
I prioritize size over leather. So while I love chèvre I wouldn’t buy a 35 just because it was chèvre.
I prioritize size over leather. So while I love chèvre I wouldn’t buy a 35 just because it was chèvre.
Thank you so much for your reply. I love big bags and have a mixture of sizes hence I wanted a 35 but obviously i do not have a 35 yet so realistically i do not know if it will be my go to (I do have a K35 which i love). I have to admit that B30 is perfect for daily use, I just felt hesitation because I do not see chèvre often on the second hand market ..
If you like Chèvre (and maybe have the chance to add another small bag later), I think the 35 is a great choice. B35s tend to get slouchy and heavy, and Chèvre is both light and keeps its shape. Plus, H does not produce 35s in Chèvre anymore since quite a few years. They have become rather difficult to find these days.
HTH!
is this a distance purchase question?
or are you able to compare them physically?
if you already have a K35, you should be able to get some idea of the size of 35
note Letter's advice not to buy a bag 'just because it's chèvre'
however, note that chèvre is considered to be one of the lightest skins
that might make it attractive to you
bear in mind that a Birkin is a tote, so a little extra size might be useful
or are you able to compare them physically?
if you already have a K35, you should be able to get some idea of the size of 35
note Letter's advice not to buy a bag 'just because it's chèvre'
however, note that chèvre is considered to be one of the lightest skins
that might make it attractive to you
bear in mind that a Birkin is a tote, so a little extra size might be useful
Thanks a lot! I actually do like a bit of slouch and do not want something too structured like say Epsom. I have never seen a chèvre in real life just love the sheen and the controversial spine and I am very tactile with my bag (for exp I will always choose lambskin over caviar for a chanel). The difficulty to find them is definitely what is pushing me towards it otherwise as I said the first on my list was the b30 black..
Thanks a lot.
I am unfortunately not able to see them physically.. and I do not have a 35 to compare in birkin (just kelly) which i am not sure whether they can compare..
I feel more confused now 😂