And I didn't even buy anything!
I would love a Lindy, but DH does not understand high-priced bags at all, so I have been holding off for now. Even I find it hard to justify something of this sort at the moment, given the state of the economy and having two young kids with college funds and the like.
However, we wandered into the Charlotte boutique at South Park over the holidays, so I could *just show* DH a Lindy, if they had one in stock. They did, and they SAs were absolutely lovely. Showed me a display version in a purple croc, and then went through the list of currently available options, explaining to DH what some of the terms/colors meant.
The experience was friendly and down-to-earth and charming, with no uncomfortable pressure or snobbiness. (Which is the opposite of an experience I had in NYC a few years back.) I was really impressed with the boutique, and most certainly will call them/visit them when I AM ready to make a purchase.
Good service and charming staff go a long way for me. Another big thumbs up for the Charlotte boutique.

I would love a Lindy, but DH does not understand high-priced bags at all, so I have been holding off for now. Even I find it hard to justify something of this sort at the moment, given the state of the economy and having two young kids with college funds and the like.
However, we wandered into the Charlotte boutique at South Park over the holidays, so I could *just show* DH a Lindy, if they had one in stock. They did, and they SAs were absolutely lovely. Showed me a display version in a purple croc, and then went through the list of currently available options, explaining to DH what some of the terms/colors meant.
The experience was friendly and down-to-earth and charming, with no uncomfortable pressure or snobbiness. (Which is the opposite of an experience I had in NYC a few years back.) I was really impressed with the boutique, and most certainly will call them/visit them when I AM ready to make a purchase.
Good service and charming staff go a long way for me. Another big thumbs up for the Charlotte boutique.
