**Hermes Chat**

TPF may earn a commission from merchant affiliate
links, including eBay, Amazon, and others

Status
Not open for further replies.
#4,741
More news:

LVMH Buys Half of Bulgari for $3.4 billion

Forget about Hermes for a minute. LVMH just a bought a company whose family actually wanted to sell.

The French conglomerate has acquired a 51% stake in Bulgari SpA, whose founding family owned a majority of the firm’s shares up until yesterday. That stake translates to about $3.4 billion. While this gives the family less control over what happens at the company, they have gained two seats on the LVMH board of directors. What’s more, Bulgari’s CEO, Francesco Trapani, will take over management of LVMH‘s entire jewelry and watch division in the second half of 2011.
 
#4,742
^^^I hope this means Monsieur Arnault will keep his grimy paws off Hermes! The Patrick Thomas quote was certainly blunt, but I didn't find it offensive. In context, he was dramatically expressing his feelings and was clearly not advocating the behavior he referenced. IMO. But, this begs the question, what do I know? Fortunately, DH is not home at the moment to chime in with an answer to that!
 
#4,743
I ended up not doing a whole day, B'mom. I shared my appointments with DDIL. It was fun!

I had to chuckle earlier today. I was in the Chanel store, and had my purse on a chair. A salesperson walked by and fondled my silky balls. I giggled to myself, and wondered what she'd say if I asked her not to handle my balls. :nuts:
 
#4,744
Mindi B said:
^^^I hope this means Monsieur Arnault will keep his grimy paws off Hermes! The Patrick Thomas quote was certainly blunt, but I didn't find it offensive. In context, he was dramatically expressing his feelings and was clearly not advocating the behavior he referenced. IMO. But, this begs the question, what do I know? Fortunately, DH is not home at the moment to chime in with an answer to that!
Click to expand...

Totally agree with you, Mindi! I can't imagine being the victim of a hostile takeover. It would definitely feel like an assault.
 
#4,745
Cavalier Girl said:
I ended up not doing a whole day, B'mom. I shared my appointments with DDIL. It was fun!

I had to chuckle earlier today. I was in the Chanel store, and had my purse on a chair. A salesperson walked by and fondled my silky balls. I giggled to myself, and wondered what she'd say if I asked her not to handle my balls. :nuts:
Click to expand...

Oh, you shoulda, you shoulda! :rofl:
 
#4,747
Mindi B said:
^^^I hope this means Monsieur Arnault will keep his grimy paws off Hermes! The Patrick Thomas quote was certainly blunt, but I didn't find it offensive. In context, he was dramatically expressing his feelings and was clearly not advocating the behavior he referenced. IMO. But, this begs the question, what do I know? Fortunately, DH is not home at the moment to chime in with an answer to that!
Click to expand...

Neither did I, Mindi, but I must keep in mind that what I think isn't always kosher, KWIM?

Cavalier Girl said:
I ended up not doing a whole day, B'mom. I shared my appointments with DDIL. It was fun!

I had to chuckle earlier today. I was in the Chanel store, and had my purse on a chair. A salesperson walked by and fondled my silky balls. I giggled to myself, and wondered what she'd say if I asked her not to handle my balls. :nuts:
Click to expand...

I'm sure you had a great time, so nice that you got to share it with DDIL! Laughing over the silky balls, I got one over the weekend that I didn't know I wanted till I saw it! Viva Silky Balls!
 
#4,748
Mindi B said:
BBL, your memory is impeccable! Yup, my mom has CKD, which is one reason that high bp is a particular concern. Any sort of health issue that might relate to the kidneys is particularly frightening. Still sending vibes to your DH--but it's encouraging that he feels he is noticing improvement!
LOL at restricter's answer about the behavior at the H private sale day! I will say that I have generally had a good experience with my fellow shoppers on that day, especially with mah Peeps, of course, but there are always a few people. . .:bagslap:
Click to expand...

Mindi, I thought it was your mom with the kidney issues. Sending her vibes. High BP is a scary thing for her. I can only hope she is doing okay and feeling well.
My first private sale was last March. I didn't know anybody. I was shy and not on the chat board. However by September, we knew each other!! I think Codygirl was there with me in line (she remembers my mad dash for the black Bolide!) It turns out to be an expensive and exhausting day. But, I do love the fun of a great sale, just for the experience (thus my graphic in my above post) I have to figure out what I want and what I might find at the artisan's week. I think they may bring in extra stock to support the demand that the artisans' generate.
Do you see my dilemma?
 
#4,749
Cavalier Girl said:
I ended up not doing a whole day, B'mom. I shared my appointments with DDIL. It was fun!

I had to chuckle earlier today. I was in the Chanel store, and had my purse on a chair. A salesperson walked by and fondled my silky balls. I giggled to myself, and wondered what she'd say if I asked her not to handle my balls. :nuts:
Click to expand...

Brings to mind, Alex Baldwin and his unforgettable Schvetty Balls on the SNL Christmas special years ago. That is a soup spitter!!

How are things going, Cav? Are you still away or back home?
 
#4,751
Balto Bag Lady said:
Brings to mind, Alex Baldwin and his unforgettable Schvetty Balls on the SNL Christmas special years ago. That is a soup spitter!!

How are things going, Cav? Are you still away or back home?
Click to expand...

LOL! I remember that old bit from SNL! He was a hoot!

I'm heading home tomorrow, BBL. DH went home on Sat. and the rest of the fam flew out yesterday for skiing.

Are you going to try to get in both the sale and the Festival of Crafts? I wish I could manage it, but will have to settle for just the F of C. :-(
 
#4,752
Winky just received a RAOK package from two very dear Chat Peeps. You've never seen such a happy cat! Thank you, dear random peeps! You've made the day of an elderly one eyed cat!
 
#4,754
Brennamom said:
:useless:
Click to expand...

He got 12 cans of Whiskas Crunch and toys. Do you really need to see a pic of the kitchen floor with Crunch scattered all over it because Winky is a messy eater? At this very moment, he has dried Fancy Feast on the end of his nose and roast beef on top of his head. It's a little embarrassing.
 
#4,755
restricter said:
He got 12 cans of Whiskas Crunch and toys. Do you really need to see a pic of the kitchen floor with Crunch scattered all over it because Winky is a messy eater? At this very moment, he has dried Fancy Feast on the end of his nose and roast beef on top of his head. It's a little embarrassing.
Click to expand...

You had me until FF on his nose...So yes, now I actually do want pics:p
 
Status
Not open for further replies.
Top