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In the world of luxury fashion, few items hold as much allure and prestige as the Hermès Birkin bag. Renowned for its exquisite craftsmanship and exclusivity, the Birkin bag has become a symbol of wealth and status as the resale market for these bags has doubled in five years. Hermès also benefited from some free marketing as well, thanks to rappers like Cardi B and the City Girls, constantly showcasing their collections.

See how the Birkin bag turned from a fashion flex into a financial statement, where exclusivity meets investment and luxury keeps winning.

Venture capital may still dominate Silicon Valley headlines, but most early-stage founders aren’t relying on it to fund their businesses. A May 2025 Mercury survey of 1,500 U.S. entrepreneurs running companies less than six years old found that VC investment ranked only fifth among top funding sources, behind self-funding, business loans, revenue-based financing, and support from friends and family. In fact, Mercury reports that more than half of early-stage tech companies surveyed reported they hadn’t raised any VC funding since their inception.

Learn How is VC’s losing its crown, founders are funding themselves, and the startup game’s getting a remix.

Chipotle (CMG -1.90%) is cooking up more than burritos  and increasing revenues with flavor and purpose. The fast-casual chain posted 3% year-over-year revenue growth in Q2 2025, hitting $3.1 billion, as new restaurants did the heavy lifting, driven by digital expansion, community loyalty, and a deeper embrace of Latino heritage.

Chipotle reports 3% growth in Q2, driven by a Latino-focused strategy and community impact initiatives.

It’s a fact that not everyone will wear a new Gucci belt or rock the limited high-end brand pieces released occasionally for a selected few. However, with the resale culture, common folk will get access to luxury and high-end fashion items at more affordable prices. You’ll get to experiment with new styles and brands without breaking the bank. All this is thanks to the emergence of various resale platforms and strategic partnerships with retail giants who want to venture into the billion-dollar industry. OfferUp, the mobile marketplace’s 2025 Recommerce Report reveals that 93% of Americans bought a secondhand item in the past year and 54% sold a secondhand item.

See How Fashion’s second life is booming, 93% bought secondhand last year, proving resale is the new luxury.

Start your week with a little sonic sunshine. This week’s CBX Vibe—“Out The Window” by Kehlani, is smooth, self-assured, and just the right mix of chill and confident energy. It’s that reminder to let go, look ahead, and move with grace. Perfect for Monday reflections or late-night resets.