The Birkin Faubourg—often dubbed the “House Birkin” for its architectural tribute to the brand’s historic flagship store—has long been a collector’s dream. But lately, the rumor mill is buzzing with talk of a fresh addition: a pink variant that could inject a playful, feminine twist into this sophisticated series. Is it true? Let’s dive into the speculation and revisit the storied past of the Faubourg “houses” that make this line so irresistible.
Some rumors suggest Hermès might unveil a pink-toned Birkin Faubourg in the coming months, potentially debuting in their 2026 collections. Drawing from recent trends, this could align with the brand’s subtle nods to softer palettes in accessories—like the blush hues seen in recent silk scarf prints. If it materializes, this pink Faubourg could shatter resale records even faster than the Snow edition, which recently fetched €265,000 at auction.
A Nod to History: The Faubourg Series and Its “Houses”
To appreciate the potential pink newcomer, we must rewind to the roots. Founded by Thierry Hermès as a harness workshop in 1837, the house relocated there under his son Charles-Émile, transforming it into a bespoke atelier for saddles and equestrian gear that catered to European royalty. The Faubourg Birkin captures this legacy in miniature: its front panel mimics the store’s iconic gridded windows and stone facade, pieced together from an exquisite mosaic of leathers like matte alligator, Epsom, and Sombrero.
At just 20cm wide (a Birkin rarity), it’s stitched in the structured Sellier style for sharp, architectural edges.
Let’s rewind to the past:
讓我們一齊回顧過去幾款推出的房子：
• Day (白天棕房子)：2019年推出，這款陽光版本以溫暖的金色調為主——柔和米色和奶油色Epsom皮。它是樂觀的黎明版本，適合日間優雅。
• Night (黑夜藍房子)：2021年發布，轉向憂鬱的午夜藍和黑，鱷魚皮翻蓋增添絲絨般的深度。一款喚起Rue Saint-Honoré夜間漫步的夜行對應。
• Disco (乞丐彩繪房子)：2024年春夏推出，是以第一款以手繪設計的房子，包身採用Box皮製作，鎖扣換成Disco球，有點童趣又帶點叛逆。
• Rainy (雨天灰房子)：2024年推出，基本沿用初代房子的設計，再加上如陰天烏雲的蓋子。
• Sunset (晚霞紅房子)：2025年推出，以黑色為基底加入暗紅色線條，大體和初代一致設計。
• Day (Jour): Launched in 2019, this sunny iteration features warm, golden tones—Epsom leather in soft beige and buttery accents. It’s the optimistic dawn edition, perfect for daytime elegance.
• Night (Nuit/Minuit): Released in 2021, it shifts to moody midnight blues and blacks, with alligator flaps for a velvety depth. A nocturnal counterpart that whispers of evening strolls along the Rue Saint-Honoré. 
• Winter (Hiver): Also from 2021, this one’s a cozy embrace in deep charcoals and greys, layered with textured leathers for a wintry, introspective feel.
• Snow (Neige): The crown jewel of 2021, adorned in pristine whites and silvers—like fresh powder dusting the Parisian rooftops. Its scarcity has made it a holy grail, often commanding six-figure sums. 
• Disco (Beggar Graffiti House): Debuted in Spring/Summer 2024, this is the first hand-painted “house” in the lineup. Crafted from Box calf leather, it swaps the classic lock for a glittering Disco ball, infusing childlike fun with a dash of rebellion—like street art crashing a haute couture party.
• Rainy (Rainy Gray House): Launched in 2024, it stays true to the original house design but adds a moody lid resembling overcast storm clouds, capturing the melancholy beauty of a Parisian downpour.
• Sunset (Sunset Red House): Released in 2025, this version uses black as the base with subtle dark red lines weaving through, maintaining the core architecture while evoking the fiery glow of a fading sunset.
