Marian Rivera has a wardrobe that any style enthusiast would envy. And inside the Preview Best Dressed 2022 mainstay’s spacious closet are items her most loyal fans have on their wish lists: Himalayan bags.

Rare Himalayan Bags Owned by Marian Rivera

Considered one of the “rarest” handbags the fashion world has to offer, the Himalayan bag is named not for its place of origin but for its appearance. Crafted from Nile crocodile skin, the exterior of the bag resembles the snow-capped peaks of the region.

The material has long been synonymous with rarity in handbags, and Marian is one of the lucky few to own not one, not even two, but several of her own. Here, we take a look at the Himalayan bags she’s been spotted with.

Marian Rivera Gracia-Dantes (𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐧 August 12, 1984) is a Spanish-Filipino actress, model, singer, dancer, businesswoman, and host. She is known for her roles in Dancing Wild, Mermaid, Darna, Legend of Amaya, and Mask of the Rose. In 2020, she was named one of the most influential Filipinos in the Asia-Pacific region by Forbes Asia.Possessing a beautiful face and appearance, Marian Rivera has been honored many times as ‘Most Beautiful Woman in the Philippines’ in beauty polls.

Hermes bags are the most luxurious accessories that any fashionista would love to own. Due to the meticulousness in the manufacturing process, special sales policies as well as the limited quantity of finished products, customers often have to wait several years to buy a Birkin or Kelly even if they have the financial capacity. However, with its reputation, some stars and businessmen are favored by the long-standing French brand, ready to provide many diverse bag models in a short time. Among them is “The most beautiful woman in the Philippines” Marian Rivera. She is a fan of Hermes bags with a huge collection of Birkin and Kelly.

Marian Rivera owns around 50 Birkins and Kellys in various materials, including the luxurious Matte Himalayan Nilo Crocodile design. Considered one of the “rarest” handbags the fashion world has to offer, the Himalayan bag is named not for its place of origin but for its appearance. Crafted from Nile crocodile skin, the exterior of the bag resembles the snow-capped peaks of the region.

Rare Himalayan Bags Owned by Marian Rivera

Scrolling through Marian Rivera’s Instagram feed, you’ll quickly notice her undeniable penchant for Himalayan bags. This incredibly rare exotic leather is a prized possession among the elite. But what makes it so special? The source of this luxurious leather is freshwater niloticus crocodile, which is expertly dyed to create a stunning effect. The smoky grey color fades to a lustrous pearly white, reminiscent of the majestic snow-capped Himalayan mountains. Marian’s extensive collection includes many luxury brands that have crafted bags from this rare leather.

1. Hermes Birkin bag

2. Hermes Himalaya Kelly

Marian’s Himalaya collection actually started many years ago. On June 30, 2016, she attended the swearing-in ceremony of Vice President Leni Robredo with a rare Hermès Himalaya Kelly handbag. This special and rare handbag is currently selling for 179,794.21 EUR

3. Louis Vuitton Petite Malle Bag

On March 17, 2023, Marian graced the Nice Print Photography Anniversary Party at Okada Manila, elegantly carrying the Himalaya Louis Vuitton Petite Malle handbag as an eye-catching accessory for the event. Just days after flaunting her newly acquired Birkin, the GMA star took to Instagram to show off another piece from her Himalaya collection: Louis Vuitton’s Petite Malle. With gold hardware and rare leather, the trunk-like bag is worth over 1 million pesos.

4. Louis Vuitton Capucines

Marian first introduced this Himalaya Louis Vuitton Capucines mini bag on her Instagram page in October 2021. On November 18, 2021, this LV Capucines mini bag reappeared on her Instagram page when the Kapuso actress shared an OOTD photo taken at a tree lighting event she attended.

Marian is a true Capucines fan, so it’s no surprise that she has a Himalayan edition bag. This ultra-rare handmade bag costs around 1.4 million pesos.

 

5. Lady Dior Crocodile Himalaya

In Preview.ph’s “Designer Faves,” which premiered on YouTube in December 2022, Marian happily showcased this Christian Dior Lady Dior mini bag in Himalayan crocodile leather as one of her most treasured pieces in her collection.

Fun fact: In the same clip, she shared that she hopes to continue collecting bags made from the same material. By the looks of things, things are going pretty well!

6. Fendi First

On May 10, 2023, Marian looked stunning in a floral dress, paired with a medium-sized white Fendi First Crocodile bag, as she attended a promotional contract signing.

The other tote bag the GMA expert chose was the Fendi First,  a modern take on the bag that is distinguished by its oversized F-shaped metal clasp. For a more classic touch, Marian’s version is made of natural crocodile skin lined with soft nappa leather, and costs a hefty 1.9 million pesos.

7. Fendi Peekaboo

On May 17, 2023, Marian was honored with a new endorsement deal, which included the Fendi Peekaboo Himalaya shoes as her stylish fashion accessory. Fendi’s Peekaboo style  becomes even more iconic with the white crocodile variant, decorated with palladium-finished metal and a classic touch. To have it in your personal collection, handbag enthusiasts will have to shell out over 1.5 million pesos.

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8. Delvaux Brillant

The exquisite Delvaux Brillant mini bag has just been added to Marian’s Himalaya handbag collection, which she cleverly introduced during the advertising contract signing on May 27, 2023.

This alluring mini bag, identified by its alluring “Niloticus Ceramica: Ivory” colorway, made its grand debut in 2015 as part of the Belgian luxury brand’s spring/summer collection. Its estimated value ranges from PHP2 million to PHP5 million. The Delvaux Brillant Mini Bag is crafted from box calfskin and is priced at EUR5,300 or approximately PHP324,131.99. However, rarer leather versions are priced significantly higher, often reaching tens of thousands of euros.

Above, Auth Spa has explored with you the 8 Rare Himalayan Bags Owned by Marian Rivera. Hopefully, the article will help you have more information before investing in a typical bag from the Hermès brand. If you already own the Hermès bag in the article or any other branded bag, remember that even though designer handbags are of good quality, they cannot avoid deterioration after a long time of use. They need to be maintained to prolong their lifespan. Taking branded bags and shoes to the spa regularly is an essential habit for those who love to shop for branded goods. If you own the above bags or their versions, always take good care of your bag so that these expensive bags can accompany you for a long time. At Auth Spa, we have repaired many branded bags with services such as cleaning, leather care, deodorizing, restoring bag color, shape, gluing edges and gold plating metal details…

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