**Hermes Chat**
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No idea. But I’m glad Squirtle is okayThank you! His name is Squirtle. Our other puppy is Pikachu and has the same tag.
They did ask me to bring it to a store to take a look but I don’t have any locally and won’t be near one for the next few months. Would it really be almost as much as getting a new one? It wouldn’t hurt to get a quote, I used rewards points to buy it so it was only $40 out of pocket.
Life, was less expensive underneath the rock!!!
@PrayersandPurses
Here is the chat thread.
I can post pics of my H collection tomorrow, if you’d like.
Here is the chat thread.
I can post pics of my H collection tomorrow, if you’d like.
@BowieFan1971 Thank you so much. Yes I would love to see@PrayersandPurses
Here is the chat thread.
I can post pics of my H collection tomorrow, if you’d like.
It’s not nearly as big as many on here, but here goes…@BowieFan1971 Thank you so much. Yes I would love to see
All are secondhand, most are vintage.
1957 Kelly 35 in Rouge H Box
1997 Bolide 35 in Gold Courcheval
Circa 1960’s Sac 404 in Black Box
2000 Museau in Vache Natural
2007 Camail tote GM in grey felt and Barenia trim
I have listed the Bolide for sale and have a Picotin 18 in orange Clemence in a consignment shop.
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WOW!. You're collection is so beautiful! That Kelly OMG.
Oh no you don't like the Bolide? I love the Bolide
. I have one in size 31
Thanks! I have found some quirky pieces I love!WOW!. You're collection is so beautiful! That Kelly OMG.
The 35 is a little big and the Courcheval is too rigid…I settled when I bought it. I really wanted a 31 in Gold Clemence but the ones I found were too expensive. I have since realized that the combo of the size and stiffness of mine reads too “office” for me. I work from home and lead a more casual life than that. Once those two bags sell, I can decide if I want another Bolide in 31, but I also have a LV Alma I need to wear more that is about the same size and shape as a 31. So I am not sure what to do. I also am thinking about a Birkin 30 next year but also not sure if it is me. The Museau may be a better fit. I just got a faux-B 30 to try out and see how it feels/operates/wears. I need to see if I want a B because it is a B or because I really love it and will use it. I will never get rid of my Kelly, but it honestly is not exactly “me” either. I got it to fix up and sell, but she is magic, history, and I cannot let her go, even though she is a more formal bag. One “collector bag” is enough!
I totally understand and can relate to everything you said
My Bolide 31 in Gris Etain with PHW was my first H bag for my 25th Wedding Anniversary in March 2021(we were supposed to go to Paris but couldn't travel due to Covid). I thought the colour was so appropriate for the occasion. BUT, I always wanted a Birkin since that episode on sex and the city
. Two months after the purchase of my Bolide my SA offered me the Birkin 30 in Noir with GHW. God bless my DH he purchased that for me too. I love the Birkin, but to be completely honest with you I prefer my Bolide because t's just more practical for my lifestyle. The zipper and shoulder strap are amazing.I also have two Evelyne TPMs that I purchased this year (one preloved and one from the Madison Boutique). They have quickly become my most used bags. I would LOVE a Constance, but if I don't get one so be it. I'm extremely grateful and happy with my 4 bags. As for the Kelly, I absolutely LOVE the bag, but I tried one on at a consignment shop before I bought any H bags, and quickly realized it's not for me. But I love seeing everyone else's on this forum. Especially the vintage ones. I would most definitely keep yours. It is truly a beautiful collectors piece.
The Camail tote is a bag on my wish-list
I love that bag and love your collection.
Every bag is different and a beautiful design.
I have collection envy
I have a pre-loved Herbag 2 in 1 backpack coming any day now…I have seen it and trued it on and to me it is the perfect combo of classic Hermès style and casual. I wear jeans a lot, though with sweaters, cardis and button downs with scarves and ankle boots or loafers, so I think this bag will be the perfect fit. Plus I can wear it in summer…all leather bags in anything but tan or brights feels heavy to me in the South.I totally understand and can relate to everything you said
I also have two Evelyne TPMs that I purchased this year (one preloved and one from the Madison Boutique). They have quickly become my most used bags. I would LOVE a Constance, but if I don't get one so be it. I'm extremely grateful and happy with my 4 bags. As for the Kelly, I absolutely LOVE the bag, but I tried one on at a consignment shop before I bought any H bags, and quickly realized it's not for me. But I love seeing everyone else's on this forum. Especially the vintage ones. I would most definitely keep yours. It is truly a beautiful collectors piece.
I like the Evie too, but I got a Rebecca Minkoff version of it to try first before getting an Evie that fits the bill enough that I don’t think I will get an Evie. I think I would choose a vintage Trim instead and at a third to half of the cost.
Can someone help me decipher what my SA said today?
My Hermes SA told me today that my purchase profile needs to be “sprinkled up”, and that I have “Too many leather good purchases”.
I asked directly what categories need to be “sprinkled up” and all I got was a little smile and non direct answer.
My assumption is the sprinkling is for her to get management approval for a quota bag. I'm also assuming she will not allow any leather goods to be purchased until this “sprinkling” occurs. Already this year she had mentioned restrictions on all bags / 1 per customer even in non Kelly / Birkin / Constance items. I thought that was unusual, but at the time didn't personalize it - thinking it applied to everyone. I still have my doubts about that.
But it’s not like I haven’t been sprinkling.
Full disclosure: I’ve been shopping with my SA for almost 2 years. I decided from the very beginning to spread out my purchases across different categories not only to have a strong case to present for a quota bag, but also to only shop for what I like and what I need.
Can anyone tell me what this is code for please? I’ve been shopping with the brand since late 2020, but I don’t speak Hermese as well as others.
For reference since November 2020 have spent abou $18,000 at Hermes.
Out of 17 items purchased, 7 have been leather good items (41% of total buying) - 3 Evelyne bags, 2 wallets, and 2 bag charms).
Maybe that’s what she means?
Those purchases are:
4 Hats
2 Blankets
3 Bags (2 TPM Evelyne’s; 1 PM Evelyne)
2 Wallets
2 Bag Charms (Pegasus and another type)
1 T Shirt
2 Pairs of Gloves
1 Scarf
My SA has a wishlist for Kelly / Birkin. SA repeatedly states that due to supply constraints and production issues that they are working on bag requests as far back as 2020 in my store.
I have no reason to not believe her, but.
Is this a deliberate attempt to cull me from the Brand? Am I close to being blacklisted? Is this her way of giving me some type of indirect information to assist me in getting a wishlist bag?
My gut says she’s trying to be helpful; but is ready to move on.
She has been pleasant to work with, minus the last 2 meetings where I was forced to sit in the store and wait for her to be done with other customers, despite setting an appointment.
I thought $18,000 at this point would have at least allowed me to keep buying SLG’s and small bags, but I get the sense that is off the table until further notice.
Really appreciate the insight and help from people here and would happily explain more if needed.
Thank You.
My Hermes SA told me today that my purchase profile needs to be “sprinkled up”, and that I have “Too many leather good purchases”.
I asked directly what categories need to be “sprinkled up” and all I got was a little smile and non direct answer.
My assumption is the sprinkling is for her to get management approval for a quota bag. I'm also assuming she will not allow any leather goods to be purchased until this “sprinkling” occurs. Already this year she had mentioned restrictions on all bags / 1 per customer even in non Kelly / Birkin / Constance items. I thought that was unusual, but at the time didn't personalize it - thinking it applied to everyone. I still have my doubts about that.
But it’s not like I haven’t been sprinkling.
Full disclosure: I’ve been shopping with my SA for almost 2 years. I decided from the very beginning to spread out my purchases across different categories not only to have a strong case to present for a quota bag, but also to only shop for what I like and what I need.
Can anyone tell me what this is code for please? I’ve been shopping with the brand since late 2020, but I don’t speak Hermese as well as others.
For reference since November 2020 have spent abou $18,000 at Hermes.
Out of 17 items purchased, 7 have been leather good items (41% of total buying) - 3 Evelyne bags, 2 wallets, and 2 bag charms).
Maybe that’s what she means?
Those purchases are:
4 Hats
2 Blankets
3 Bags (2 TPM Evelyne’s; 1 PM Evelyne)
2 Wallets
2 Bag Charms (Pegasus and another type)
1 T Shirt
2 Pairs of Gloves
1 Scarf
My SA has a wishlist for Kelly / Birkin. SA repeatedly states that due to supply constraints and production issues that they are working on bag requests as far back as 2020 in my store.
I have no reason to not believe her, but.
Is this a deliberate attempt to cull me from the Brand? Am I close to being blacklisted? Is this her way of giving me some type of indirect information to assist me in getting a wishlist bag?
My gut says she’s trying to be helpful; but is ready to move on.
She has been pleasant to work with, minus the last 2 meetings where I was forced to sit in the store and wait for her to be done with other customers, despite setting an appointment.
I thought $18,000 at this point would have at least allowed me to keep buying SLG’s and small bags, but I get the sense that is off the table until further notice.
Really appreciate the insight and help from people here and would happily explain more if needed.
Thank You.