Walmart's "Birkin bag" and the status markers of the 'wirkin' class consumer
Update: 2025-01-11
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Walmart's $80 Birkin bag dupe has set the internet ablaze. some people feel like the bag democratizes fashion and levels the playing field for aspiring luxury consumers. others feel like dupe culture, especially of the Hermes variety, is harmful to the fashion industry and to design at large. lots of valid points were made on both sides but the real question is......what does the $80 Wirkin represent and who is it for? let's discuss.
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