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#526
piosavsfan said:
I wanted to order a bag but they require social security numbers from US customers, which is really strange and a recipe for identity theft. Why would they need it?
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Well that is just stupid. And completely unnecessary. Did you ask them why? I ran into a similar situation at a TJ Maxx in Pennsylvania. They asked if I wanted to open one of those shopper cards. I said sure, why not, so they asked for my drivers' license number. I explained that I don't have a US driver's license, so they asked for my social security number. I told them no way, the retail industry has had too many security breaches, I wasn't going to put myself at risk for a $2.50 discount on a $25 sweater.
 
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#527
Passerine123 said:
Well that is just stupid. And completely unnecessary. Did you ask them why? I ran into a similar situation at a TJ Maxx in Pennsylvania. They asked if I wanted to open one of those shopper cards. I said sure, why not, so they asked for my drivers' license number. I explained that I don't have a US driver's license, so they asked for my social security number. I told them no way, the retail industry has had too many security breaches, I wasn't going to put myself at risk for a $2.50 discount on a $25 sweater.
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Agreed that it is unnecessary. I sent them a message asking why but haven't heard back. Will let you know if they respond!
 
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#528
Passerine123 said:
Well that is just stupid. And completely unnecessary. Did you ask them why? I ran into a similar situation at a TJ Maxx in Pennsylvania. They asked if I wanted to open one of those shopper cards. I said sure, why not, so they asked for my drivers' license number. I explained that I don't have a US driver's license, so they asked for my social security number. I told them no way, the retail industry has had too many security breaches, I wasn't going to put myself at risk for a $2.50 discount on a $25 sweater.
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It was likely not just a loyalty card but a credit card with TJ Maxx, which would then require a social security number to open. But I agree that I don't see why that retailer would need a SS number just to make a purchase!
 
#530
Passerine123 said:
I would add Stephanie Cesaire to the list. She worked with several high profile designers -- Karl Lagerfeld, for example -- before setting out on her own. We visited her boutique in Paris last month and were really impressed with the quality of the bags. Materials (their leathers were excellent and I love what she does with nubuck, example: https://www.stephaniecesaire.com/fichesac.aspx?sac=904&shape=53) and construction are top notch. My only complaint is the goofiness of their web site...which is not the most user friendly and doesn't show all the materials/options available for the models. The Neosellier, Bahia, and Carolyn are my favorites and I will definitely add this brand to my collection. Unfortunately, when we discovered the store, I had already blown my Paris shopping budget at Polene, on shoes from Etro and two other Italian brands, and on some high end Darphin skin care products. FYI, if you do stop in her Paris store, be sure to have some tea at the beautiful Japanese tea room a few doors away.
stephaniecesaire.com
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Stunning choices, I can't say which are my favourites but I am very drawn to the green python Bahia, the woven Bettina and if I had room the suede and leather Justine in green.
 
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I love the woven Bettina too and looked at it in the store -- gorgeous -- but the Bettina can only be hand carried and I need a shoulder strap or at least handles that are long enough to wear the bag on my shoulder. There aren't even any rings where you could attach a shoulder strap from another bag. :hrmm: Also, they will only ship the python bags to addresses in EU member countries...
 
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#533
piosavsfan said:
FYI Cesaire got back to me and said that they don't need the SSN and that I don't have to fill out that part of the form, which is good, but why ask for it then?
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I know, it seems very odd, they should remove it because otherwise they're driving away business. Not everyone will take the time to ask if it's necessary. Most will probably think, no way, you're not getting that, and just move on to another brand...
 
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#536
D.S. said:
Here is another brand I recently found out about. Object Particolare Milano https://objectparticolare.com/
They are handmade in Italy and prices range from 395€ to 690€.
I really love their Vinaccia color! Sooo tempting
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These look amazing thank you. I with the med and large would also have the inside leather bags but the leather on all looks great ad the designs clean ad modern.
 
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