Woman in Canada Buys Hermes Bag For ₹580 At Thrift Store, Shocks Netizens

Thrift stores are often seen as a budget-friendly option for those who can’t afford luxury goods, though the quality of products can be questionable. A woman from Winnipeg, Canada thought she had purchased a real Hermes bag from a local thrift store for around $7 (₹587).

However, upon closer inspection at home, she discovered that the bag was defective and fake.

Hermes bags are among the most expensive bags in the world. Depending on the model and features, they may cost up to hundreds of thousands of dollars and their starting price is $10,000.

In a video posted by a social media user, the woman is seen looking through bags at a nearby thrift store when she suddenly sees a red leather bag that she believes to be extremely familiar. Ashlee then opens the bag and realises right away that it says Hermes on the label. She looks completely taken aback, considering that the bag was just less than approximately ₹ 840. "It's a Hermes. It has a little stain on the front, but it's not a big deal," she says  in the video.

Later, she realised it was a fake one. "This bag unfortunately ended up being fake; it was real leather and felt like good quality. But I have found authentic Louis Vuitton and Chanel bags at the thrift store previously." she said. 

"You never know what amazing things you can find! It's a great way to replenish your wardrobe and furnish your home on a budget, and it's an excellent way to earn some extra money by selling on Facebook Marketplace or eBay!" she remarked.

According to Madison Avenue Couture, the designer produces only a limited number of Hermes bags to ensure their exclusivity.