PETA has launched its latest campaign from the community. Ten days ago PETA launched a 'new' influencer sharing her 'Hermès Birkin' DIY Tutorial. In a new campaign, titled 'Dismember … read moreIt Yourself', PETA exposes the gruesome reality behind Hermès Birkin bags. But PETA putting out a shocking video, well, it isn’t that shocking. So before PETA claimed the video, it first had a 'new creator' (read: actor) share a DIY-style video, playing into all the creator videos we see every day. Except, this one has a shocking twist as the creator makes a DIY Birkin bag and the process unfolds, the horrific truth behind leather bags is revealed when she appears to dismember a 'real' crocodile for its leather. The goal? Spark conversation and speculation - could this actually be how Birkin bags are made? Is the crocodile real? Would someone second guess a purchase if they knew what went into creating it? Also, so you don’t have to ask the question - no, the crocodile isn’t real. Just a really impressive puppet. This website walks you through the process of 'How to DIY a Hermès Birkin Bag in 10 Easy Steps' PETA’s spoof video proves a crucial point: if you don’t want to be directly involved in such abuse, don’t support it by buying these items.
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