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I can also vouch for the special band aid blister. They work extremely well.

I have a few emergency medical things I bring on every trip, but I also hit up pharmacies outside the US. I have a list of favorites and always make a point to hit City Pharma in Paris (I think it lives up to the hype!) and any pharmacy in Germany or Switzerland. Switzerland is the best (I love dropa but its only in certain regions). Russia was good too, I found my favorite throat medicine there and nasal spray and it was dirt cheap too.
 
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HavLab said:
I can also vouch for the special band aid blister. They work extremely well.

I have a few emergency medical things I bring on every trip, but I also hit up pharmacies outside the US. I have a list of favorites and always make a point to hit City Pharma in Paris (I think it lives up to the hype!) and any pharmacy in Germany or Switzerland. Switzerland is the best (I love dropa but its only in certain regions). Russia was good too, I found my favorite throat medicine there and nasal spray and it was dirt cheap too.
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I second CityPharma in Paris. I'm an addict there. On my last trip, I saw a woman fill up an empty small suitcase with her newly purchased goodies. Wish I had thought of that (as tacky as it looks) - sure beats hauling around a giant Longchamp stuffed with products on one shoulder. :p
 
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etoupebirkin said:
I'll fess up my Eclipse bag.

I got an email from my SA about a bag the Saturday before the Eclipse. I emailed back that I would love to see the bag, but my week was extremely busy. That being said I left my office early and made a mad dash to the DC Hermes. I also spoke to DH about the bag and he said I have a birthday coming up, so if I liked the bag, to get it. (LOVE DH!!!)

Well I thought the bag was a Podium Order. It wasn't. I have been asking about a 24 Constance for about 3 years to no avail. And I would die for one with Rose Gold Hardware.

So without further adieu, introducing my one of a kind store special order Horseshoe Vert Anglais/Gris Mouette Swift Constance 24 with Rose Gold Hardware.

It's really a very special bag. I would love to bring it on my trip, but I would worry about it.


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What a spectacular piece! Congratulations.
 
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Mindi B said:
I'll totally take that metaphor! It is way more flattering than the usual read that I am a pathetic footwear-challenged whiner who interferes with my DH's desire to walk. . . EVERYwhere. Always.
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Mindi B, I can relate! I also have very delicate skin on my feet and blisters are very easily formed. Even with the same pair of shoes already worn before, I may still get blister after resting for a season. My methods to combat this include always always wear socks/tights etc, apart from sandals of course; filing the hard spots on the shoes in question with fine nail file; use plasters, protection stick/block etc. Avoid patent leather and opt for suede or fabric material. The best leather walking shoes I have are from Bally and Tods. HTH!
 
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pursecrzy said:
I wear running shoes when I travel. Comfort over style.
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I tried wearing asics on one of my trips and it was wonderful. Try the metro walk style! They are less "running shoes" like and I got my kelly offered when I was wearing them! :)

Toms are also great but not fun to get wet on rainy days.

And Vince slip ons. I swore I would never wear slip ons and I am obsessed with these now
 
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Mininana said:
I tried wearing asics on one of my trips and it was wonderful. Try the metro walk style! They are less "running shoes" like and I got my kelly offered when I was wearing them! :smile:

Toms are also great but not fun to get wet on rainy days.

And Vince slip ons. I swore I would never wear slip ons and I am obsessed with these now
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I wear Asics Gel Kayano running shoes. It's like wearing slippers on your feet!
Thanks for the tip on their Metro walk style.

I wore a pair of shoes that were well broken in during my first trip to NYC but it hit 80 degrees, we did too much walking and I developed horrendous blisters. After that experience, I'll only wear running shoes when exploring a city.
 
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