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laurentan · Oct 26th, 2009, 04:38 AM

Really!!?? I shall pop by one of these days...maybe luck is on my side once agn...

Originally Posted by pretty peony

You should tell your SA in your local store that you want a Birkin. You will surprise that she might offer you one.With the current economy in US, it is much easier to get one now a day.

tumtum · Oct 26th, 2009, 04:41 AM

Since you are going to be in hong Kong first and then Tokyo, why don't you also visit some of the reseller stores in HK? The chance of getting a B in HK H shop is close to zero, but some of the reseller stores, like the Milan Station shop in Causeway Bay, has a large collection of Bs. And you had said budget is no issue so naturally you should view all that are available for you to purchase right? And this is esp. true if you already have a specific color / size in mind. Just my two cents.

kipp · Oct 26th, 2009, 01:25 PM

I would recommend buying your H in Tokyo, either at any of the H stores or one of the larger H specialty resellers. While I am sure that there are some options in HK, I can tell you that the selection in Tokyo is far, far greater than anywhere else in the world and the shopping experience in Japan at both the H stores and the resellers is fantastic!
In other words, unless you find EXACTLY what you want in HK (and are sure of its authenticity if you buy from a reseller), it might be wise to wait for Tokyo.

If you want an exotic, there were many ostrich and croc bags at the small, appointment only, H store at the Ritz Hotel (? If forget, but I think it is in the Maronuchi area) when I was there.

If I were you, and if you are looking primarily for Birkins or Kellys, I'd first try the Ginza H, then the Ritz Hotel one, and then go on to some of the respected resellers. The H at the Tokyo department stores were very nice (and the SA's at all wonderful), but didn't seem to have the same, large selection of Birkins. (Locals, correct me if I'm wrong!)

Good luck!

laurentan · Oct 27th, 2009, 08:44 AM

Ooo, seems like H Tokyo is still the all-time fav! So I suppose I shall look around in Hong Kong and perhaps may find the right stuff...and continue my expedition continues at H Ginza.

I really can't wait! Thanks ladies...

Originally Posted by kipp

I would recommend buying your H in Tokyo, either at any of the H stores or one of the larger H specialty resellers. While I am sure that there are some options in HK, I can tell you that the selection in Tokyo is far, far greater than anywhere else in the world and the shopping experience in Japan at both the H stores and the resellers is fantastic!
In other words, unless you find EXACTLY what you want in HK (and are sure of its authenticity if you buy from a reseller), it might be wise to wait for Tokyo.

If you want an exotic, there were many ostrich and croc bags at the small, appointment only, H store at the Ritz Hotel (? If forget, but I think it is in the Maronuchi area) when I was there.

If I were you, and if you are looking primarily for Birkins or Kellys, I'd first try the Ginza H, then the Ritz Hotel one, and then go on to some of the respected resellers. The H at the Tokyo department stores were very nice (and the SA's at all wonderful), but didn't seem to have the same, large selection of Birkins. (Locals, correct me if I'm wrong!)

Good luck!

principessa1688 · Oct 27th, 2009, 11:17 AM

if you are in hk first go to the H store for kelly ...usually have stock there ... plus they will be at least 10-15% cheaper than H japan with the high yen ... HK resellers you never know how 'authentic' they are... tpfers even found fakes in paris so you never know since you are going to japan after get the birkins there... the SAs are super helpful and will search the one you want for you... i wouldnt buy from a reseller especially since you're going to japan right after ...even if you cant find the one you want in japan H they resellers there have store full of birkins ... definitely more choices than hk

hanyeu · Oct 27th, 2009, 11:44 AM

no offense to HK'ers... as a tourist, I would not recommend buying from resellers in HK. what if it is a fake? how do you handle that so far away!?

principessa1688 · Oct 27th, 2009, 11:47 AM

Originally Posted by hanyeu

no offense to HK'ers... as a tourist, I would not recommend buying from resellers in HK. what if it is a fake? how do you handle that so far away!?

no offense at all ... i live here and i wont even walk into a reseller unless its brandoff which is japanese owned ...my DH rather fly to japan to get my bag than buy it off a reseller here

laurentan · Oct 27th, 2009, 10:41 PM

Wow tks! That's a big tipoff...I shall get my Kelly in HK...but would the SAs be willing to show me the bags if I ask? Or they are displayed openly at the H? Cos where I am, I must know the SA before they show me the bag...

Originally Posted by principessa1688

if you are in hk first go to the H store for kelly ...usually have stock there ... plus they will be at least 10-15% cheaper than H japan with the high yen ... HK resellers you never know how 'authentic' they are... tpfers even found fakes in paris so you never know since you are going to japan after get the birkins there... the SAs are super helpful and will search the one you want for you... i wouldnt buy from a reseller especially since you're going to japan right after ...even if you cant find the one you want in japan H they resellers there have store full of birkins ... definitely more choices than hk

principessa1688 · Oct 28th, 2009, 05:05 AM

Originally Posted by laurentan

Wow tks! That's a big tipoff...I shall get my Kelly in HK...but would the SAs be willing to show me the bags if I ask? Or they are displayed openly at the H? Cos where I am, I must know the SA before they show me the bag...

no just go in and ask they usually have kelly ... ppl in HK are crazy for birkins not so much for kelly... only H fans really buys them... should have the neutral colors black gold etc dont expect shocking rose or something bright .. those you might get them in japan...besides we have like 7 stores ...definitely will find a kelly ... and after that won't hurt to ask for a birkin ... definitely try HK H first ... no harm... not saying money is a problem or anything but H japan is really really expensive ... i got an ostrich in the summer when the yen was $.08 HK to 1 yen ... now its $.087 so my birkin was over $17,000 HK more if i got it now ... which is alot ... when its about $130,000 here to 2mil yen (174,000 now) there ... i can buy an extra KP with the difference

laurentan · Oct 29th, 2009, 09:00 AM

Lovely..really appreciate you sharing these info with me...so happy cos I be flying off this Sat. I shall drop by the H at Peninsular 1st (or is there a better H out there???) to ask about the Kelly. Seriously, if the idea is to check out the Kelly in the various H stores before deciding which to buy, is the SA going to give that look---is she trying to be funny!

Originally Posted by principessa1688

no just go in and ask they usually have kelly ... ppl in HK are crazy for birkins not so much for kelly... only H fans really buys them... should have the neutral colors black gold etc dont expect shocking rose or something bright .. those you might get them in japan...besides we have like 7 stores ...definitely will find a kelly ... and after that won't hurt to ask for a birkin ... definitely try HK H first ... no harm... not saying money is a problem or anything but H japan is really really expensive ... i got an ostrich in the summer when the yen was $.08 HK to 1 yen ... now its $.087 so my birkin was over $17,000 HK more if i got it now ... which is alot ... when its about $130,000 here to 2mil yen (174,000 now) there ... i can buy an extra KP with the difference

happygg · Oct 29th, 2009, 11:19 AM

You can go to H in LeeGardens(HK),the SAs are nice there, you can buy some accessories first, then if you ask kelly or birkin, they will show you, and even call other stores to find the one you want. Good Luck!!!

principessa1688 · Oct 29th, 2009, 12:14 PM

good luck ... elements is nice too ... so is sogo

purseinsanity · Oct 30th, 2009, 03:33 AM

Originally Posted by pyrexia

I would advise you to start with the H stores first, then move onto the resellers if you cannot find what you want in the stores.

Nothing beats the feeling of having a bag brand-new from the store, IMO.

ITA!

laurentan · Oct 30th, 2009, 10:33 AM

Tks alot ladies...I jus finished wif my packing! Despite bringing along my biggest luggage, it is definitely not enough to fit in the H box should I manage to get one bag...

I am Sooo excited and shall update you guys should I get lucky in HK!!!

Tks once agn....

nyyparis · Oct 31st, 2009, 11:33 AM

buy in Brand off (it has both shop in HK and Japan)
the birkin Mark up is not as crazy as other reseller store

Originally Posted by laurentan

Hi all,

I am pretty new in this forum and hope someone can enlighten me. I will be heading to Hong Kong this month end and Tokyo at year end with a MOTIVE to buy an Ostrich birkin and one more Kelly. But, I really hope to hear from you ladies if I should buy from a Reseller in either HK or Tokyo or simply buy them off the H store in Tokyo (cos I read fr the forum that the Ginza H is well stocked).

If I am to buy from the Reseller, shall I buy in Hong Kong or Tokyo pls (in terms of pricings) ? Which country has more choices disregarding the prices?

Please help me!

Thanks,
Tan

Oct 26th, 2009, 04:41 AM	#17
tumtum Member Joined: Mar 2007 Posts: 89	Since you are going to be in hong Kong first and then Tokyo, why don't you also visit some of the reseller stores in HK? The chance of getting a B in HK H shop is close to zero, but some of the reseller stores, like the Milan Station shop in Causeway Bay, has a large collection of Bs. And you had said budget is no issue so naturally you should view all that are available for you to purchase right? And this is esp. true if you already have a specific color / size in mind. Just my two cents.
tumtum Member Joined: Mar 2007 Posts: 89

Oct 27th, 2009, 11:17 AM	#20
principessa1688 Member Joined: Jan 2007 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 185	if you are in hk first go to the H store for kelly ...usually have stock there ... plus they will be at least 10-15% cheaper than H japan with the high yen ... HK resellers you never know how 'authentic' they are... tpfers even found fakes in paris so you never know since you are going to japan after get the birkins there... the SAs are super helpful and will search the one you want for you... i wouldnt buy from a reseller especially since you're going to japan right after ...even if you cant find the one you want in japan H they resellers there have store full of birkins ... definitely more choices than hk
	Last edited by principessa1688; Oct 27th, 2009 at 11:20 AM.

Oct 29th, 2009, 11:19 AM	#26
happygg Member Joined: Oct 2009 Posts: 6	You can go to H in LeeGardens(HK),the SAs are nice there, you can buy some accessories first, then if you ask kelly or birkin, they will show you, and even call other stores to find the one you want. Good Luck!!!
happygg Member Joined: Oct 2009 Posts: 6

Oct 30th, 2009, 10:33 AM	#29
laurentan OP Lauren's mama Joined: Oct 2009 Location: A stone throw away... Posts: 17	Tks alot ladies...I jus finished wif my packing! Despite bringing along my biggest luggage, it is definitely not enough to fit in the H box should I manage to get one bag... I am Sooo excited and shall update you guys should I get lucky in HK!!! Tks once agn....
	__________________ ...my indulgence...my bb Lauren & H bags...

Oct 26th, 2009, 01:25 PM	#18
kipp Member Joined: May 2008 Location: everywhere! Posts: 1,020	I would recommend buying your H in Tokyo, either at any of the H stores or one of the larger H specialty resellers. While I am sure that there are some options in HK, I can tell you that the selection in Tokyo is far, far greater than anywhere else in the world and the shopping experience in Japan at both the H stores and the resellers is fantastic! In other words, unless you find EXACTLY what you want in HK (and are sure of its authenticity if you buy from a reseller), it might be wise to wait for Tokyo. If you want an exotic, there were many ostrich and croc bags at the small, appointment only, H store at the Ritz Hotel (? If forget, but I think it is in the Maronuchi area) when I was there. If I were you, and if you are looking primarily for Birkins or Kellys, I'd first try the Ginza H, then the Ritz Hotel one, and then go on to some of the respected resellers. The H at the Tokyo department stores were very nice (and the SA's at all wonderful), but didn't seem to have the same, large selection of Birkins. (Locals, correct me if I'm wrong!) Good luck!

Oct 27th, 2009, 11:44 AM	#21
hanyeu Member Joined: Feb 2009 Location: Taipei, Taiwan Posts: 507	no offense to HK'ers... as a tourist, I would not recommend buying from resellers in HK. what if it is a fake? how do you handle that so far away!?

Oct 29th, 2009, 12:14 PM	#27
principessa1688 Member Joined: Jan 2007 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 185	good luck ... elements is nice too ... so is sogo

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