2020 resolution - shopping my own bag and wallet collection. Any one else?
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Did you end up having fun restoring it? What was it?
They all have it except my nieces husband. They are all staying in the home. Now a different sister in law is unwell and we are worried all over again. I live very far from them so I feel bad that I can't go drop off groceries etc. Luckily there is other family near them.
Back to hand bag talk . It is a good distraction from reality. The woman already shipped the bag I made a low offer on. It will be a while though. The soft leather in the picture looks like the leather on my backpack . We shall see.
I bought some clothes online. For the first time everything fit . Still need a few more tops but am going with some of the ideas suggested in the book you recommended quite some time ago.
Given that we are a global group, I’d like to get your perspective on something.
I am a native English speaker and list items in English. But, I’ve noticed over the years that some buyers will ask me questions in a different language. That means I have to use Google translate to understand and respond. No biggie but....hmmmm
The few times I’ve engaged with a buyer that listed in a different language (this usually happens on Vestiaire) I did the translation and sent my questions to them in the language of the listing.
My thought is that in initiating contact, I should make the attempt to speak the language of the other person. (It’s also why people in various counties have suffered through my mangling efforts when I travel. LOL!!!) I just feel it’s polite.
What do you say? Is there a cross cultural shopping etiquette of which I’m not aware? Would you engage with a buyer who reached out on a language you didn’t know? A seller? Would you worry the language barrier could result in a issue due to miscommunication?
I am a native English speaker and list items in English. But, I’ve noticed over the years that some buyers will ask me questions in a different language. That means I have to use Google translate to understand and respond. No biggie but....hmmmm
The few times I’ve engaged with a buyer that listed in a different language (this usually happens on Vestiaire) I did the translation and sent my questions to them in the language of the listing.
My thought is that in initiating contact, I should make the attempt to speak the language of the other person. (It’s also why people in various counties have suffered through my mangling efforts when I travel. LOL!!!) I just feel it’s polite.
What do you say? Is there a cross cultural shopping etiquette of which I’m not aware? Would you engage with a buyer who reached out on a language you didn’t know? A seller? Would you worry the language barrier could result in a issue due to miscommunication?
I would be done too, after the first episode, but people have encouraged me to stick with it. I'm with you now!
I speak a couple of languages and would certainly make an attempt to answer someone in their language in a social situation, but for my own listing generated in English, I would stick to English to be clear about any possible misunderstandings. And to protect myself in a business situation.
thank you it's very hard for mom, especially she's seeing first hand the results of covid. i call her everyday to check on her and keep her in good spirits. i had her laughing so hard recalling stories of how mischievous I was as a little girl... i like the idea of the daily walks, now locally our mayor is asking that we now wear masks when we venture out for exercise, and the mask i have has such a tight seal, I'm not sure I want to venture out unless its absolutely necessary. i may go for walks around the houseI'm so sorry to hear about your Mom. Shocking that she cannot get tested. She is one of the brave souls on the front lines… she absolutely deserves to get know if she has COVID-19 or not!!!! Not only for her own sake, but also for the sake of the rest of your family, and also her colleagues and her patients.
I love your idea of putting on makeup and a nice outfit every day. I'm with you on the outfits, but I haven't been able to gear up on makeup. Most days I just put on lipstick and sunscreen, since DH force ourselves outdoors on daily walks (even when we're feeling frozen in place).
The eye candy on this thread is lovely, isn't it? And everyone here is so warm and supportive. Glad we can be a slight distraction for you.
I agree, i have done the same, i personally would engage with a buyer who reached out in another language, but I would worry about the barrier resulting in an issue, perhaps a disclaimer would help?
That’s funnyThank you momasaurus, Sparkletastic and papertiger. Papertiger, your words are so sweetI am thankful my kids have retained a sense of humour while staying at home and having their world turned upside down. We laugh a lot. My older son was coming out of the washroom this morning and said guys, there’s a problem with the toilet, it’s smoking ...
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He got us good. Happy April Fool’s Day!
You have to have a sense of humor during this time or you’ll go insane.
My March stats:
1 bag in, 0 bags out
1 SLG in, 0 SLGs out
5 pairs of shoes in, 0 shoes out
Too much time at home + sales = bought stuff
Used 16 different bags
1 bag in, 0 bags out
1 SLG in, 0 SLGs out
5 pairs of shoes in, 0 shoes out
Too much time at home + sales = bought stuff
Used 16 different bags
When I was chasing my grail scarf, I was spending far too much time on French, Japanese and other international sites. When I was chasing a lead, I'd usually message the seller in two languages - the language of the listing and English.
I know that my command of French is roughly equivalent to that of the average pre-schooler who grew up surrounded by couture - I have a 500 word vocabulary (150 of which are related to colors and fibers (I refer to sheep as laine), and I can talk in the present and the past - the average seller can read my English far better than my French. But it is only polite to speak to someone the way they wish to be addressed.
In my opinion you did good. Restoring the bag will keep you happy! And when it´s lovely, again and you still don´t actually need it you can sell it on, make another lady happy and a little profit for your work.
OOH! Which languages do you speak? Did you learn them in school or organically growing up?
I’m soooo frustrated that I didn’t aggressively learn languages in school forward. It’s rough going trying to learn when NO ONE around me speaks the language.
I’ve thought about doing a 2 week immersion class next year. I’d hope to be at a level that would make that a good investment of time by then. I promised myself I’ll be at least intermediate plus level in 2 “foreign” languages in 5 years. From what I’ve read, that’s an aggressive goal but, I want to talk to my Dad’s family (French) and the bulk of local non English speakers (Spanish) easily.
I love your description of your French language skills. If you can ask for couture and a glass of wine, what else could you need?
I've dealt mostly with French sellers. I ask in English and they reply in French which I google translate. I don't think you've to be too polite for Europeans because this is not a business to business transaction. If we're taking about Japanese, I'd be super polite. It really depends on nationality.