Get ready to be floored by one of the most jaw-dropping luxury collections you’ve ever seen. Kimora Lee Simmons isn’t just a fashion icon—she’s a self-proclaimed 'luxury hoarder,' and her stash of designer bags is nothing short of legendary. But here’s where it gets controversial: is owning nearly 700 high-end handbags a dazzling display of wealth or a head-scratching obsession? Let’s dive in.
The 50-year-old Baby Phat founder recently gave fans a peek into her extravagant world during the finale of her E! reality show, Kimora: Back in the Fab Lane. In a bold confession, she declared, ‘My name is Kimora, and I am a hoarder—but a luxury hoarder.’ And when asked how many bags she owns, her initial guess of ‘maybe 100’ quickly turned into a staggering revelation: 698 designer bags. Yes, you read that right.
Her collection isn’t just about quantity—it’s a treasure trove of rarities. Think dozens of Hermès Birkin and Kelly bags, including eye-popping candy-colored snakeskin and ostrich styles that can easily fetch over $50,000 on the resale market. And this is the part most people miss: she even owns a Birkin Sunrise Rainbow Limited Edition bag, currently priced at $45,000. But it’s not just about Birkins. Her shelves are lined with quilted Chanel flap bags, Goyard luggage, and Louis Vuitton trunks. Oh, and let’s not forget her luxury sports gear—like a $7,500 Chanel rubber basketball with a leather chain strap and a $9,000 Louis Vuitton World Cup soccer ball. Because why not?
‘I have such good bags,’ she gushed, as cameras panned across her meticulously organized closet. ‘I have vintage bags, bags they don’t even make anymore, and bags they’ve started making again because they’re just that iconic.’ Her collection is sorted by color, style, and designer, creating what she calls ‘a good archive.’ And her obsession doesn’t stop at bags—her accessories include $1,200 worth of Fendi Monster Charms and $1,000 of Labubus.
But here’s the kicker: her daughters are already eyeing her collection. ‘My girls will inherit a lot, but not yet,’ she quipped, referring to her six children, including Ming Lee Simmons, who regularly ‘shops’ in her mom’s closet. ‘Ming loves to borrow my bags, earrings, rings—you name it,’ Kimora confessed. ‘She’ll even gaslight me, saying, ‘That wasn’t yours!’’
The show offers a glimpse into Simmons’ glamorous life as she balances motherhood, business ventures, and family drama. But it also raises a thought-provoking question: Is this level of luxury a celebration of success or a reflection of excess? Let’s spark a conversation—what do you think? Is Kimora’s collection a dream come true or a step too far? Drop your thoughts in the comments!
