Breaking Down The Cost of An Hermes Bag; What Makes It So Expensive?

Hermès, known for its artisanal production in France, claims 55% of its goods are made in-house, but the post suggests some production may still occur in China, raising questions about authenticity and value in the luxury market. The X post by @thecreativexx
highlights a TikTok trend where Chinese manufacturers reveal that luxury items, like a Hermès Birkin bag, are made in China at a fraction of their retail cost, despite being marketed as European-made, exposing the high markups of luxury brands. - Grok3 source : https://x.com/thecreativexx/status/1911497461388186058