Inside Safa Kelly Dreams

Netflix’s Dubai Bling star Safa Siddiqui is not only a successful entrepreneur but also a devoted connoisseur of luxury handbags. In an exclusive conversation, she shares the intimate details of her enduring love affair with Hermès, revealing the stories behind her most treasured pieces and the thrill of the hunt that defines the brand’s allure.

Safa Siddiqui with her Hermès bag collection

The First Spark: From Evelyne to Birkin

Safa’s initiation into the world of Hermès began not with the iconic Birkin, but with the Mini Evelyne. As she recounts, “My first Hermès bag was, in fact, the mini Evelyne because I just couldn’t get hold of a Birkin, which was my dream bag.” The elusive Birkin finally made its entrance during her honeymoon in Japan, a black 35 with rose gold hardware. She humorously notes that securing the Birkin felt more momentous than the honeymoon itself, a sentiment many collectors will recognize.

The Parisian Magic of the Birkin 25 in Beton

When asked about her current favorite, Safa points to her latest acquisition: a Birkin 25 in the ethereal shade of Beton, sourced in Paris. “It was my latest score in Paris. I feel it’s super special buying a bag in Paris,” she explains. The entire experience—from the anticipation of the appointment to the eventual triumph—imbues the bag with a sense of earned reward. “The best thing about buying a bag on holiday is that it kind of holds sentimental value too, it becomes the ultimate souvenir from the trip.”

Wiser with Time: A Collector’s Regret

Reflecting on her journey, Safa admits to a single regret: not investing more heavily in classic styles earlier. “I only buy trendy bags if I really really love them,” she says. “My only regret is if I knew that they would appreciate this much in price I would’ve got more bags.” Her advice underscores the enduring value of timeless designs over fleeting trends.

Next on the Wishlist: The Mini Kelly

Looking ahead, Safa has her sights set on the coveted Mini Kelly. “I really want a mini Kelly next – any colour. I’m just obsessed!” she exclaims, a testament to the bag’s cult status among collectors.

The Sticker Dilemma: Preserving the ‘New’

On the perennial question of protective stickers, Safa laughs, “I hate taking the stickers off. I know you’re supposed to remove them but it really breaks my heart to do so.” For her, the unboxing ritual is sacred—she savors it with a cup of coffee, prolonging the moment when the bag is still pristine. “It’s truly the final step of the bag not being ‘new’ anymore,” she reflects.