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Though designer handbags might not be the first thing that comes to mind when considering how to diversify your portfolio beyond the traditional options of equities, bonds, real estate, and more, they are definitely something to consider. They have now become a more lucrative investment than fine art, vintage automobiles, and even rare whiskies, as reported by Art Market Research (AMR). In fact, the average value of handbags from luxury brands like Hermes, Chanel, and Louis Vuitton has increased by 83% over the past decade. The considered king of fashionable investments, watches, have only climbed in value by 72%, while coins have increased by 21% and first edition books by 42%.
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Handbags are the one accessory that we simply can't get enough of, and while there are many designers out there, we've got a few firm favorites you can't afford to miss. Here's a quick round-up of the best handbag designers you should know. GucciThis infamous label was founded by designer Guccio Gucci in Florence, Italy almost 100 years ago, and it's remained on the radar of fashionistas ever since thanks to its show-stopping collections and trend-defining designs.
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I was in Brown Thomas. For those of you not familiar with this shop, it is one of the oldest in Dublin and in recent years has become the main store in Ireland for buying high end fashion items.
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