The Hermes Birkin remains one of the most coveted bags in the world, beloved by celebrities and socialites despite its stratospheric price tag. Deepening its allure is the fact that it remains ever so tantalisingly out-of-reach to most – you won’t see a Birkin on the shelves, and its supposed waiting list is legendary. Designed by Jean-Louis Dumas for Jane Birkin, it is no mere bag; it is a status symbol. But even status symbols are not all created equal; the French maison’s special releases or limited editions are even rarer, and unsurprisingly, highly sought after by fans and collectors.