Hermes Cafe Bon Temps~Good Times Cafe

[ouija board]

Oh gosh. I introduced the Brad and Angelina thing as something more lighthearted to talk about so we wouldn't all be getting worked up about groveling at Hermes. Now the B/A thing is getting ugly. Geez. Sorry. The weather anyone? Still hot here but it should be in the 60s by the weekend.

Coming out of lurker mode to say, you have nothing to be sorry about. At least you didn't introduce a thread about racist comments and derogatory genitalia references. That was an unexpectedly nasty start to my day yesterday, and I'm not even sure why it's on this forum, other than the fact that it mentions Hermes.

I'm learning more about Brad and Angelina than than I ever thought I'd know! I wasn't aware that they were splitting up. Our fancy grocery store doesn't carry the tabloids in the checkout line, so I'm woefully behind on my celeb gossip! Have a wonderful day, everyone!

 

[EmileH]

Coming out of lurker mode to say, you have nothing to be sorry about. At least you didn't introduce a thread about racist comments and derogatory genitalia references. That was an unexpectedly nasty start to my day yesterday, and I'm not even sure why it's on this forum, other than the fact that it mentions Hermes.

I'm learning more about Brad and Angelina than than I ever thought I'd know! I wasn't aware that they were splitting up. Our fancy grocery store doesn't carry the tabloids in the checkout line, so I'm woefully behind on my celeb gossip! Have a wonderful day, everyone!

Oh my. That doesn't sound like a lighthearted start to one's day. I hope your day gets better. [emoji255]

 

[prepster]

Thinking about our last conversation, and even poor Brangelina... Times change, lifestyles change, tastes change, fashion changes, trends come and go, but what always seems to endure is quality, whether that is in a person, a business, or an object. The safest route to ensuring that one, or one's business will never become irrelevant is to stay out of the muck and be consistently gracious, graceful, elegant and kind (to everyone), and produce a quality product. Which I think requires a clear vision and some self-discipline. DH read me a quote this morning from Warren Buffet, which I think is a paraphrase of an old Will Rogers quote, "It takes a lifetime to build a reputation, and about 5 minutes to ruin it. If you think about that you'll do things differently." I guess my point with Hermes was that. It took 179 years to build their reputation, but they could ruin it over this whole B/K kerfuffle if they were to take customers for granted or treat them carelessly. Not that Mr. Dumas is calling and asking my opinion! Brangelina should probably take care not to get too big for their collective britches either. They are young and beautiful now, but none of us stay that way forever.

Lolol! The weather here is beautiful, sunny, 70 degrees with a slight breeze.

 

[MSO13]

Coming out of lurker mode to say, you have nothing to be sorry about. At least you didn't introduce a thread about racist comments and derogatory genitalia references. That was an unexpectedly nasty start to my day yesterday, and I'm not even sure why it's on this forum, other than the fact that it mentions Hermes.

I'm learning more about Brad and Angelina than than I ever thought I'd know! I wasn't aware that they were splitting up. Our fancy grocery store doesn't carry the tabloids in the checkout line, so I'm woefully behind on my celeb gossip! Have a wonderful day, everyone!

I'm going to be a shameless rubber necker and ask, where is this thread?? What does Hermes have to do with B/A and the breakup? I did see some sad headlines this morning, but we had to assume with her going public on a Tuesday with it-it was going to get ugly fast!

 

[gracekelly]

Coming out of lurker mode to say, you have nothing to be sorry about. At least you didn't introduce a thread about racist comments and derogatory genitalia references. That was an unexpectedly nasty start to my day yesterday, and I'm not even sure why it's on this forum, other than the fact that it mentions Hermes.

I'm learning more about Brad and Angelina than than I ever thought I'd know! I wasn't aware that they were splitting up. Our fancy grocery store doesn't carry the tabloids in the checkout line, so I'm woefully behind on my celeb gossip! Have a wonderful day, everyone!

Yes, that thread was about nasty people. I could live without that. Let's just say that they should not be in sales.

Re: Brangelina I am always reminded of what a patient said to me once when he requested something to read and I proffered the newest issue of People magazine, which he rejected stating "why should I read about people who don't care about me and I don't care about them?" I think he summed it up pretty well. It does make one wonder why the world is so obsessed about people who care nothing for them on a personal level. Some people care less about family members than people in the media that they don't even know personally!

The weather: We have been promised a bang up weekend with temps of 100F The last throes of Summer even if it is technically Fall. Well, at least I can go swimming!

 

[EmileH]

Yes, that thread was about nasty people. I could live without that. Let's just say that they should not be in sales.

Re: Brangelina I am always reminded of what a patient said to me once when he requested something to read and I proffered the newest issue of People magazine, which he rejected stating "why should I read about people who don't care about me and I don't care about them?" I think he summed it up pretty well. It does make one wonder why the world is so obsessed about people who care nothing for them on a personal level. Some people care less about family members than people in the media that they don't even know personally!

The weather: We have been promised a bang up weekend with temps of 100F The last throes of Summer even if it is technically Fall. Well, at least I can go swimming!

Ughh! 100?! [emoji26]

 

[cremel]

Yes i loved it! Hugh Laurie here is a bit different than in House but you will definitely enjoy his acting. I wish he made more movies/ tv shows. And of course there's Tom. Tell us what you think!

Plan to watch this weekend. I also liked Wilson in House by the way. He was nerdy but I thought he was cute in a way.

 

[cremel]

Yes, that thread was about nasty people. I could live without that. Let's just say that they should not be in sales.

Re: Brangelina I am always reminded of what a patient said to me once when he requested something to read and I proffered the newest issue of People magazine, which he rejected stating "why should I read about people who don't care about me and I don't care about them?" I think he summed it up pretty well. It does make one wonder why the world is so obsessed about people who care nothing for them on a personal level. Some people care less about family members than people in the media that they don't even know personally!

The weather: We have been promised a bang up weekend with temps of 100F The last throes of Summer even if it is technically Fall. Well, at least I can go swimming!

Enjoy the last bit of Indian summer. Here we will get 90 Sunday.

 

[cremel]

Coming out of lurker mode to say, you have nothing to be sorry about. At least you didn't introduce a thread about racist comments and derogatory genitalia references. That was an unexpectedly nasty start to my day yesterday, and I'm not even sure why it's on this forum, other than the fact that it mentions Hermes.

I'm learning more about Brad and Angelina than than I ever thought I'd know! I wasn't aware that they were splitting up. Our fancy grocery store doesn't carry the tabloids in the checkout line, so I'm woefully behind on my celeb gossip! Have a wonderful day, everyone!

I only read limited number of threads here so I don't even know that thread existed. It's bizarre that category of conversations are on this forum.

 

[ouija board]

I'm going to be a shameless rubber necker and ask, where is this thread?? What does Hermes have to do with B/A and the breakup? I did see some sad headlines this morning, but we had to assume with her going public on a Tuesday with it-it was going to get ugly fast!

It was a thread about bizarre and ugly comments on Hermes' Instagram. Nothing to do with B and A, sorry, I wasn't clear about that!

 

[MadMadCat]

Not us. We were well behaved. Hotmail news this morning has ugly allegations about B/A. Not even going to repeat them.

The tee sounds very interesting. And the store opening very exciting.

I'm going to a ready to wear event at my Hermes store this weekend. Should be interesting. Thus far I have bought two pairs of pants that I really like. They mix well with my Chanel jackets. I'm looking forward to seeing if they have any other contemporary/ classic pieces that I can sprinkle into my wardrobe.

I think you bought the beige Chanel jacket. Tonkamama is modeling hers on the Chanel jacket thread and it looks amazing. Beautiful piece. I regret that when my SA had me try it she gave me one that was clearly two sizes too big and I immediately dismissed it. Maybe I should look again.

My Paris trip is coming up fast. I'm starting to get really excited. I booked a day trip to the countryside to see a few castles and vineyards. And two pastry classes at the Ritz escoffier.

Have a great day everyone

Let's try to go back to happy things...(it is getting harder and harder!)

When is your Paris trip PBP? Any special plans?
Paris in this period is at its best.

I just found out i'll be going for a very short trip to Paris in October. I haven't been there for so long! We used to go to Paris every few weeks when we lived in France, and we tried to go at least a couple of days per year when we moved to the US, but as the years went by, the priorities changed.

I am always a little nervous to go back to cities i love after several years of absence because i find that they changed so much, and never in good ways. Paris, on the other hand, seems quite immutable.

Does anyone have special restaurants, shops (besides H and the obvious staples in St. Honore') or places that wants to share?

 

[Hermes24Fbg]

we're toeing a line with this conversation that might offend some tPFers but i'm game

yes, IMO it would. the buyer who seeks to "score a haul" of a coveted bag wouldn't be interested if there was no perceived scarcity. it's not about the brand at all, it's about look what i got. there are A LOT more of these folks then there are people like yourself.

then, people loyal to the brand who are already fed up with the over exposure of the Birkin would seek the next brand that values exclusivity.

Anyone with a credit card limit high enough can charge a Birkin and pay it off over years but H's process is designed to lower the chances of that happening. They are entitled to control who gets their bags.

I have more to add but driving home now. back soon

Hermes will split your purchase among many credit cards, which surprises me.

 

[Hermes24Fbg]

Let's try to go back to happy things...(it is getting harder and harder!)

When is your Paris trip PBP? Any special plans?
Paris in this period is at its best.

I just found out i'll be going for a very short trip to Paris in October. I haven't been there for so long! We used to go to Paris every few weeks when we lived in France, and we tried to go at least a couple of days per year when we moved to the US, but as the years went by, the priorities changed.

I am always a little nervous to go back to cities i love after several years of absence because i find that they changed so much, and never in good ways. Paris, on the other hand, seems quite immutable.

Does anyone have special restaurants, shops (besides H and the obvious staples in St. Honore') or places that wants to share?

What a great time to go back to Paris. I was planning to go in November but have cancelled until January. I have put myself on Ban Island.

 

[klynneann]

I'm so jealous, PbP. I'm seriously considering going to Paris in January. Is it crazy to go for the sale lol? I know it's not the best weather, but at least it will be a lot less crowded and hopefully less expensive (hotel, airfare, etc.).

 

[Hermes24Fbg]

I'm so jealous, PbP. I'm seriously considering going to Paris in January. Is it crazy to go for the sale lol? I know it's not the best weather, but at least it will be a lot less crowded and hopefully less expensive (hotel, airfare, etc.).

You should go to the sale. It is so fun, especially if you know people going. Usually it is chilly but not snowing. No guarantees on the

I met Angelina several years ago, because of my line of work and her humanitarian involvement.

We did not engage at length but the "vibe" i got from her was strange...she had an obsessive, "intense" approach to everything. At times it even felt not genuine, although i cannot say for certain that it was.

I have the same "vibe" when I deal with people who have a specific disorder associated to lack of empathy: when they are aware of it, they "overcompensate" without really having a measure of what "feels" right to other people.

I don't know him at all and i don't follow the gossips, but she always gave me the creeps. Again, very personal opinion that may be wrong.

you have a very interesting insight to her.