Thank you!
Thank you! I'll PM you regarding the appointment.
Thank you, the colour is indeed stunning!
Late Reveal - Super Bright Holy Grail Birkin from FSH Paris
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Thank you!
Thank you! I'll PM you regarding the appointment.
Thank you, the colour is indeed stunning!
I don't think I have ever seen such a gorgeous reveal! [emoji7] Congratulations on finding your holy grail unicorn Birkin! [emoji882] Carry her in the very best of health!
which hotel did you stay at? Would really appreciate your response!
I've been searching for a bright turquoise Birkin all over Europe for many years as it's my absolute favorite colour. So I accumulated SLGs in Bleu Aztec, Bleu Paon and Bleu Izmir, dreaming of owning a B some day in one of these colours. In 2012 I was lucky enough to acquire my first B, a 40cm Ultraviolet in Clemence with palladium hardware as a walk-in. But I still wanted a turquoise coloured Birkin with gold hardware in 35cm, my holy grail as nothing else could satisfy the need for it
After countless rejections while travelling I asked my local boutique if I could place an order and in 2014 I was put on the list for a 30cm (as they said they couldn't get any other size for the colours I cited). I settled with the size, as the colour was far more important to me and prepared to wait for 3 years... Since then I've slowed down with the search, thinking my order will eventually arrive.
Then, earlier this month I went to Paris with my best friend for a couple of days, just for vacation without intention to hunt for a Birkin. However, he suggested to let the hotel concierge make an appointment with FSH. I was a bit hesitant as my order is supposed to come around this time, but agreed, not expecting much.
It was shortly before lunch time when we mentioned the appointment to an SA at FSH, were offered drinks and finally had the appointment with a very lovely SA for the bags. I started citing my favorite leather colours and only then mentioned that ideally it should be a Birkin... she continued asking me for preferences (leather, size, hardware), at which point I got hopeful as usually the SAs would immediately say there were non available... then she left for several minutes, which felt hours. I knew from my first experience that a long wait is actually a very good sign as they are really looking through the stock. My excitement grew... Finally she came back with a big and two small boxes
In the end I only took the content of the big box as the smaller ones contained a bag insert (which I never needed for my larger B) and a decorative cloche with mirror in a different colour (I prefer my bags au naturel). Now I'll let the pictures speak for themselves. Better pics in Post #7
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I've been searching for a bright turquoise Birkin all over Europe for many years as it's my absolute favorite colour. So I accumulated SLGs in Bleu Aztec, Bleu Paon and Bleu Izmir, dreaming of owning a B some day in one of these colours. In 2012 I was lucky enough to acquire my first B, a 40cm Ultraviolet in Clemence with palladium hardware as a walk-in. But I still wanted a turquoise coloured Birkin with gold hardware in 35cm, my holy grail as nothing else could satisfy the need for it
After countless rejections while travelling I asked my local boutique if I could place an order and in 2014 I was put on the list for a 30cm (as they said they couldn't get any other size for the colours I cited). I settled with the size, as the colour was far more important to me and prepared to wait for 3 years... Since then I've slowed down with the search, thinking my order will eventually arrive.
Then, earlier this month I went to Paris with my best friend for a couple of days, just for vacation without intention to hunt for a Birkin. However, he suggested to let the hotel concierge make an appointment with FSH. I was a bit hesitant as my order is supposed to come around this time, but agreed, not expecting much.
It was shortly before lunch time when we mentioned the appointment to an SA at FSH, were offered drinks and finally had the appointment with a very lovely SA for the bags. I started citing my favorite leather colours and only then mentioned that ideally it should be a Birkin... she continued asking me for preferences (leather, size, hardware), at which point I got hopeful as usually the SAs would immediately say there were non available... then she left for several minutes, which felt hours. I knew from my first experience that a long wait is actually a very good sign as they are really looking through the stock. My excitement grew... Finally she came back with a big and two small boxes
In the end I only took the content of the big box as the smaller ones contained a bag insert (which I never needed for my larger B) and a decorative cloche with mirror in a different colour (I prefer my bags au naturel
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And finally the proper pics with colour correction, trying to bring out the true brightness. But the bag is still brighter in reality and depending on the light Bleu Paon sometimes seems green and sometimes blue. I absolutely LOVE it and still can't believe I finally got my Holy Grail...
Here she is in daylight, it was cloudy though.
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Now in artificial light
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With more drama
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And finally with my H bag family. You can see my other B is well used and super slouchyThe Evelyne is Bleu Izmir Clemence for reference. And the Kelly is a BBK 32cm. So funny that all my H bags except for the Kelly are in Clemence. I love the leather despite the weight though, it lasts so well through use, even in rain and snow...
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Now thank you for letting me share
OMG It is absolutely gorgeous! Congrats! and you're such a lucky girl!
Lovely story! I have a verrou in blue paon but in a different leather and it looks totally different!! I am happy for you getting your holy grail. I am curious about your appointment/hotel would love to hear from you about that. Enjoy the bag in good health!
Your joy and appreciation of what you have acquired is the real delight.
May your pleasure continue for many years.
May your pleasure continue for many years.
Wow [emoji7][emoji7][emoji7][emoji7] I'm in love !!!! What a beautiful collection ! [emoji7][emoji7][emoji7][emoji7]
Hi, how did you get an appointment? Did you ask the hotel concierge to book an appointment for you?
I love your blue paon birkin! I have just recently fallen for this color and purchased a blue paon Constance wallet. I can't wait to add another blue paon friend to my collection!And finally the proper pics with colour correction, trying to bring out the true brightness. But the bag is still brighter in reality and depending on the light Bleu Paon sometimes seems green and sometimes blue. I absolutely LOVE it and still can't believe I finally got my Holy Grail...
Here she is in daylight, it was cloudy though.
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Now in artificial light
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With more drama
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And finally with my H bag family. You can see my other B is well used and super slouchy
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Now thank you for letting me share
I know you have been asked many times about the hotel concierge being able to set up an apt for you at the store but I too would like to know more about it as this seems far more civilized than the alternative!