The World's Most Expensive Handbag: A Symbol of Status and Self-Expression

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This archive report was first published on 31 August 2019.

Published on August 31, 2019, the Guinness Book of World Records has recognized the Mouawad 1001 Nights Diamond Purse as the most expensive handbag in the world since 2011.

With a staggering price tag of over USD3.8 million, or approximately 3,800,000 shillings, this luxury item is a true marvel of craftsmanship and opulence.

The handbag boasts an impressive 4,517 diamonds and 18-karat gold embellishments, all carefully crafted by the skilled artisans of Emirati, a luxury goods company, over a period of 8,800 hours.

But what makes this handbag truly unique is its ability to represent more than just a status symbol or a fashion statement. It can also signify self-expression, sanity, and even survival.

As one woman so aptly put it, 'A woman and her handbag cannot be parted.'

The views and opinions expressed here are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Evewoman.co.ke.

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