“It’s not for you—it’s for everyone.” This is the slogan for the eponymous fashion line by Telfar Clemens, known for his gender-neutral, trend-agnostic designs and commitment to inclusivity, accessibility, and equitability. Dubbed the “Bushwick Birkin,” this bag was launched in Telfar’s first collection and quickly attained cult status. It comes in a range of colors and three sizes. Telfar has a unique pricing system: after a collection drops, items are initially sold to consumers at wholesale cost. As demand increases, the prices rise, capping at the manufacturer-suggested retail prices (MSRPs) set by the brand. If an item sells out before reaching its MSRP, it remains at its discounted price permanently.

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Pirouette: Turning Points in Design, January 26, 2025–November 15, 2025

Medium Faux leather
Dimensions 19 3/4 × 19 1/4 × 8" (50.2 × 48.9 × 20.3 cm)
Credit Committee on Architecture and Design Funds
Object number 177.2024
Department Architecture & Design

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