I'm not even sure what live the Hermes lifestyle means, unless it means spending way more than you can afford , lol.SCP is my home store but I prefer to shop in Vegas. I don't bother going into SCP because they don't bother to say hello unless I'm carrying my B. After buying a few items I asked how can I get a B, the SA said "you have to live the Hermes lifestyle." I tried my best not to laugh at her reply. I'd rather spend my money at other H stores that treat me well.
I agree about finding the right SA. Prior to finding my SA I was not overly impressed with the service I received. Now that I am known by the SA's they are much nicer. I only seriously started shopping there 1.5 years ago and I have received 2 B 30's and have done 2 SO's. I love going there now.I only bought a few CSGMs and shoes and a watch, and got offered 3 choices of birkin, which I narrowed down to mine. This happened at Hermes Toronto, notorious for lack of B/K stock. It's a matter of finding the right SA and being loyal to the brand. I just buy what I like, and let the rest fall into place.
I was told that too about going every couple of weeks. I did that for awhile and it helps. The SA's get to know you and you get to know them. I absolutely love my SA. He is wonderful. We do chat about everything. When my dog was dying he sent me cards telling me he was thinking of me. He always makes me feel special.I'm afraid this has been my experience as well. I was also told that I should be in the boutique shopping at the very least every two weeks. I work full-time and I like to spend time and do things with my husband on the week-end. For that reason, I shop in another state when I visit my daughters. Will I ever be able to purchase my dream Birkin? I don't know, but I'd rather build up a purchase history with a great SA who is a wonderful person, from whom I've learned a lot about Hermés, but also someone I can chat with about anything! And she ALWAYS makes me feel like a valued client every time I'm in the boutique regardless of how much I spend.