Boyfriends may come and go, but Jennifer Lopez’s love for Birkin is eternal

Jennifer Lopez’s Birkin collection is far from being tucked away in storage. In fact, her personal closet boasts such an extensive array of these iconic Hermès handbags that she casually repurposes some of her spares as gym bags. Demonstrating their versatile allure, she has been spotted flaunting these bags on vacation, leaving pilates sessions, and gracing red carpets. With a diverse selection ranging from classic black models to rare editions crafted from exotic skins, she has more than enough to meet every need. Should she desire to add a touch of variety, she might occasionally complement a Birkin with a Kelly. While the exact value remаins uncertain, even a conservative estimate suggests that the entire collection holds a secondary market worth of at least $500,000. Below, explore a comprehensive visual chronicle of La Lopez’s enduring affection for the Birkin.

Lopez unveiled her first Birkin during a significant public event in Italy back in 2008, a time when Motorola Razr cell phones were still in fashion. Carrying a cognac crocodile Birkin, she accompanied her then-husband Marc Anthony as he received the Honorary Award from the Milan Town Council. While Milan, as the hub of Italy’s fashion industry, might have suggested opting for a Valentino or Prada for diplomatic reasons, Lopez was evidently captivated by the allure of Hermès.After making its debut, Lopez’s initial Birkin made sporadic appearances over the next few years. However, by 2012, she had expanded her collection to include a timeless white version. This particular Birkin was showcased as J.Lo attended an event at Wet Republic in Las Vegas.Boyfriends may come and go, but Birkins are forever. In 2012, Lopez, accompanied by Casper Smart (remember him?), unveiled a red croc Birkin, adding another timeless piece to her collection.If you’re building a collection in your wardrobe, having a version in black just makes sense—it goes with everything, after all. In 2018, Lopez was spotted with one on her way to a taping of Jimmy Kimmel Live!Why settle for only one black bag, though? By 2019, she had expanded her collection to include a smaller version in crocodile leather.Indeed, that’s Lopez under that rather large hat at Milan Fashion Week back in 2019. And yes, she’s holding a new grey Birkin in her hands.The Himalayan crocodile Birkin is esteemed as one of the rarest and most coveted among Hermès aficionados. Legend has it that it’s exclusively offered to the brand’s most discerning clientele. Even in Lopez’s smaller 25 size, these coveted pieces can effortlessly command well over $100,000 on the resale market.Around 2020, when she was dating Alex Rodriguez, Lopez also acquired a green Birkin. It flawlessly complemented her University of Miami sweat suit—an institution that A-Rod did not attend but holds a position on the board of trustees.Fast-forward a few years to when Lopez was on her honeymoon in Paris after quietly marrying Ben Affleck in Las Vegas. All the changes apparently warranted a new addition to her Birkin collection, this time in a delightful shade of mint green.In 2023, Lopez was still actively expanding her collection, this time with a brown version crafted out of rawhide leather.You can’t sаy Lopez doesn’t get her money’s worth. Over the years, she has been frequently spotted with each bag, and even 15 years later, she can still be seen with what we assume to be her original brown crocodile version.While Lopez unmistakably favors the Birkin, she won’t decline a Hermès Kelly either. She has been seen with a bright yellow version of the Kelly numerous times over the years.She also has a Kelly in Osier wicker.