How do you fund your Hermes addiction?

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#79
Mooks--I think it's one of those kinds of questions one would never ask in person (i.e., what do you do to afford this house?). However, it is a public message board and I can't tell the intention of the poster (perhaps it is just honest to goodness curiosity or maybe a troll, who knows?). You're right, these bags are LUXURY goods, they are not meant for the majority to afford them. There's always ebay, where you can find a new-to-you bag. I set up a separate account and put it birthday money, etc. to afford a Kelly I bought on ebay. I would NEVER go into debt for a luxury item, but that's just me. Yes, there are very, very wealthy people on this board and there are just average folks, too and probably everyone in between. If I just saved my daily starbucks money, it would be amazing what I could afford (at this point, however, with my 2 boys I prefer the daily starbucks)!
 
#80
I think that's why I questioned it because I've seen a few of these threads asking this same question recently and I do wonder what the reasoning is behind it.
 
#83
Hmm, recently some strangers come up to me and commented on how nice my Birkin is. Quite surprised cos it's just a normal togo, but I suppose not many in my area / country carry Birkins around.

But it gets me a bit uncomfy when they ask how much it is .... then go "Orh .... isn't it like VERY expensive?" I normally shrug and say "Well, it's worth it". What else can I say ?? :yahoo:
 
#84
Perhaps the recent spade of questions like this has to do with the "credit crunch" and all the media hype surrounding it. People, well-to-do people even, are now noticing that a) basic items are getting more expensive and 2) there is an general financial uneasiness in the air. When someone then clicks on this forum, it does seem to be a bit removed from the reality of what is going on globally in the financial world.
 
#86
mooks said:
Am I the only one who doesn't actually like being asked this question??
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No,you're not the only one,as another poster has said,I was raised that it was rude to ask the price of things owned by other people.I also have British reserve on such matters,as I don't like people making assumptions about me over the sort of money I spend as its not a reflection of me personally,its just money I have had or will,spend on something.

For me and how I fund my Hermes is my business,no-one elses really.
But I do agree with the poster who said sell what you don't use to put towards it,that makes economic sense and is very savvy.
 
#87
mooks said:
Am I the only one who doesn't actually like being asked this question??
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Actually, I don't mind at all.

There is no obligation to answer, obviously - although this is a public forum, and the question is completely par for course (whether some people find it rude or not).

The thread link I posted above is really great. I have personally gotten a lot of wonderful tips, and I've saved thousands and thousands of dollars in other areas of my life - which have translated into the most fabulous bags.

I am *more* than happy to share those tips with others who, like me, don't have thousands of dollars lying around to blow on H.

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http://forum.purseblog.com/hermes/saving-for-your-first-hermes-kelly-birkin-bag-190683.html
 
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lulilu said:
So true. My mum is British and always raised us not to "pass personal remarks" or ask personal questions. And was always offended by them.
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I understand that.

But then again, if one is truly reserved and if one wants to AVOID attention and specifically, to avoid these types of inappropriate/rude personal questions, publicly posting reveals with photos and action shots (etc.) and talking about one's collection and purchases is probably a bad idea.

I'm sure there are dozens and dozens of lurkers with fabulous collections that wish to remain *truly* anonymous, that don't want to be scrutinized in public.

If we participate in the public arena of tPF, we forfeit some control over our privacy. We can't make people not ask us questions. We can't totally protect ourselves from the curiosity we generate in others. The only way to do that is to refrain from posting anything personal at all.
 
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