French through Fashion: The Birkin Bag. Explore the intersection of French fashion and pop culture by taking a look at the fascinating story of the famous luxury Hermès Birkin bag. In this class, we’ll learn how a chance encounter between Hermès CEO Jean-Louis Dumas and American actress Jane Birkin inspired one of the world’s most expensive handbags. During the course, you will also work on building your vocabulary and practicing conversational skills in gentle, deliberate French. Upon registration, please communicate your French background and level.