Cardi B Denies Buying Her Own Bags and Passing Them Off as Offset Gifts

The rapper claps back at rumors she used to purchase luxury handbags and claim they were presents from her ex-husband.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 9:33am

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An abstract, high-contrast close-up photograph of the shimmering, sequined texture of a luxury Hermès Birkin handbag, capturing the glamorous and high-fashion aesthetic.Cardi B's extensive collection of rare Hermès Birkin bags, valued at over $2 million, has been the subject of ongoing speculation about her spending habits.Hollywood Today

Cardi B is refuting claims that she used to buy expensive handbags and then pass them off as gifts from her ex-husband Offset. The 'Bodak Yellow' rapper responded to a fan's social media post that accused her of the alleged deception, stating she would never engage in 'lame s***' like that. Cardi has an extensive collection of rare Hermès Birkin bags valued at over $2 million, which some speculated she may have purchased herself rather than receiving as gifts from Offset. The former couple, who share three children together, divorced in 2023 after six years of marriage.

Why it matters

Cardi B's response highlights the scrutiny and speculation that celebrity couples often face around gift-giving and spending habits. As a high-profile rapper, Cardi has faced ongoing rumors and criticism about her lavish lifestyle and purchasing decisions, which she is now directly addressing.

The details

In a post on X (formerly Twitter), a fan shared a video of Cardi unwrapping a handbag and claimed she was 'buying her own bags this whole time and letting y'all think Offset was spoiling her.' Cardi quickly shut down the rumor, replying: 'NEVER ...I'm never the type to do lame s*** like that ...there was no money problems when I was regulating.' Cardi and Offset, whose real name is Kiari Kendrell Cephus, were married from 2017 until separating in 2023. They share three children together, and Offset has five other children from previous relationships. Cardi has since moved on and welcomed a fourth child with her current boyfriend, Stefon Diggs, in 2025.

  • Cardi B and Offset separated in 2023 after six years of marriage.
  • Cardi B filed for divorce from Offset in July 2023.
  • Cardi B welcomed her fourth child with boyfriend Stefon Diggs in November 2025.

The players

Cardi B

A 33-year-old American rapper known for hit songs like 'Bodak Yellow' and her extensive collection of rare Hermès Birkin handbags.

Offset

Cardi B's ex-husband, a 34-year-old rapper and member of the hip-hop group Migos. Offset and Cardi were married from 2017 until their separation in 2023.

Stefon Diggs

Cardi B's current boyfriend, with whom she welcomed a child in 2025.

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What they’re saying

“NEVER ...I'm never the type to do lame s*** like that ...there was no money problems when I was regulating.”

— Cardi B, Rapper

The takeaway

Cardi B's strong denial of the rumor that she bought her own luxury handbags and passed them off as gifts from Offset highlights the intense scrutiny and speculation that high-profile celebrity couples often face around their spending habits and gift-giving. As a successful rapper, Cardi has faced ongoing criticism about her lavish lifestyle, and she is now directly addressing these types of rumors.