The Hermès Birkin bag has long been a must-have for celebrities, fashionistas, and those who can afford luxury. But what if there was an affordable alternative? Walmart appears to have the answer.

The “Walmart Birkin” has become a viral sensation on TikTok, drawing attention for its striking resemblance to the luxury Hermes Birkin bag, but at a fraction of the price. This affordable alternative has sparked serious debates online.

Walmart’s $78 “Wirkin” dupe redefines luxury, sparking debates on inclusivity, exclusivity, and aspiration as social media fuels this cultural and fashion shift.

In a time when people can barely afford groceries, let alone a $15,000-$40,000 (and sometime more) handbag, you can hardly blame the internet when it loses its collective mind over luxury dupes. We thought we reached peak dupe market,

Budget-conscious buyers looking for luxury alternatives have flocked to Walmart’s Birkin bag look-alike, nicknamed the “Wirkin.”