Let's Get Real: Reflection on Purchases for the year '23?

[periogirl28]

This year our FSH SA came through and offered us some really amazing things. What I will specifically describe is a special watch which has won awards and I felt deserved a place in DH's collection.
I first mentioned this to our SAs when it launched 5 years ago and we never found the right combination despite checking in Paris, London, Dubai, Bangkok and Singapore, as it's only produced in very limited quantities.
This year I mentioned it again while making our latest appointment. At our last visit we were surprised with a unique combination which suits DH's preferences, arrived 2 years after the special order was placed at FSH and we were told is the only one which exists in the world (according to our SA and the watch dept manager at FSH.) It was happily purchased for DH's belated birthday and since it was only a few months ago, we have to wait to see about CpW. The watch winder case which accompanies it was a nice added bonus. It is very much "love" for both of us and I am thinking of borrowing it when I can, just like when I occasionally nick a particular PP of his.

 

[horselove]

What? Finesse necklace and chaine d ancre ring
Bought for? Fulfilling prespend
Live up to expectations? Beyond expectations
Use and CpW? Almost daily (cpw is going to be less than my twillies)
Love, like, or ride or die status? Love for ease of wearing and low/almost 0 maintenance
Edited to add: investments ‘paid off’ so to speak, cause l got offered a Constance from those purchases

 

[DrTr]

Patience finally paid off for me in 2023. I’d been asking my SA for 4 years to keep an eye out for a Kelly lakis 28. At one point I actually thought they had discontinued the Lakis because my SA said she hadn’t seen one in several years. I prefer bags that allow easy access to my phone so even though I like the look of the Kelly I rarely use my Kellys because I find access a bit of a nuisance and I hate the look of the Kelly with the flap left gaping open. The bags I like best are those with exterior back pockets which is why I thought the lakis might work. I finally got my lakis 28 in the fall of 2023 and the 3 exterior pockets, particularly the larger back pocket that fits my phone makes all the difference. It’s quickly become one of my favorite go to bags and is the standout H purchase for me last year. Wishing everyone a healthy, happy, prosperous New Year filled with lovely H pieces.

How exciting! You’ve been very patient for years. It’s wonderful that you knew exactly what you liked and you waited, and here it is. The Lakis is lovely and different and very functional it seems - back pockets can truly be a game changer! Enjoy

 

[DrTr]

Sadly (but wallet is happy) I didn't but any H bags last year, in fact I didn't buy any bags at all.

At H, I only bought a blanket, 5 scarves (3 for me, 2 for gifts) a tie (coincidentally also with a Rocabar horse blanket illustration) fragrances and moisturisers. I honestly haven't had much time for H shopping. Cartier and my dentist got most of my money this year .

Most H worn bags in '23 in order of wears: Noir Clem Evelyne 29, Bambou VC GP 36, Noir/Etain Sikkim Maxi DS, Swift Bambou Plume 32, Choc Box Plume 28, Choc Travel Bolide, Noir Box 1938 clutch and Gold PP Bolide 35. I didn't wear Ks once, no croc, not much Box apart from Plume.

Wow! No bags at all, but your collection sounds wonderful and unique. Cartier yay! Dentist boo (necessary but I don’t find spending money at the dentist is nearly as fun as a new bag or jewelry piece - hope you are ok).

 

[DrTr]

2023 marks the beginning of my H love affair. The year began with Evelyne TPM in Noir and concluded with Mini Bolide in Mauve Pale, with Etoup Picotin 18 midway through. Also came into my collection are a few RTW, fine jewelry and SLG pieces. Love everything I have and can't wait to see what 2024 will bring, hopefully my first quota bag. Happy New Year!

Wonderful bags - good luck this year!

 

[DrTr]

This year our FSH SA came through and offered us some really amazing things. What I will specifically describe is a special watch which has won awards and I felt deserved a place in DH's collection.
I first mentioned this to our SAs when it launched 5 years ago and we never found the right combination despite checking in Paris, London, Dubai, Bangkok and Singapore, as it's only produced in very limited quantities.
This year I mentioned it again while making our latest appointment. At our last visit we were surprised with a unique combination which suits DH's preferences, arrived 2 years after the special order was placed at FSH and we were told is the only one which exists in the world (according to our SA and the watch dept manager at FSH.) It was happily purchased for DH's belated birthday and since it was only a few months ago, we have to wait to see about CpW. The watch winder case which accompanies it was a nice added bonus. It is very much "love" for both of us and I am thinking of borrowing it when I can, just like when I occasionally nick a particular PP of his.

Wow @periogirl - DH’s new watch sounds like it must be absolutely amazing!! I know you have some beautiful unique things, how wonderful he got such a unique bday present - and I‘m sure he won’t mind you borrowing. 🌺

 

[Bereal]

love the thread @papertiger
What? Evelyn 16 in Bleu de Prusse
Bought for? Condolence price for not getting a QB end of this year
Live up to expectations? Surprised by how cute and useful it is.
Use and CpW? Used it for 10 days non stop after I got it.
Love, like, or ride or die status? Love it

to add runner up is my Mini Lindy Limoncello..love it but I find it easier to use in the summer.
@mktlim you are tempting me with Lindy 26 and xbody strap!

 

[papertiger]

This year our FSH SA came through and offered us some really amazing things. What I will specifically describe is a special watch which has won awards and I felt deserved a place in DH's collection.
I first mentioned this to our SAs when it launched 5 years ago and we never found the right combination despite checking in Paris, London, Dubai, Bangkok and Singapore, as it's only produced in very limited quantities.
This year I mentioned it again while making our latest appointment. At our last visit we were surprised with a unique combination which suits DH's preferences, arrived 2 years after the special order was placed at FSH and we were told is the only one which exists in the world (according to our SA and the watch dept manager at FSH.) It was happily purchased for DH's belated birthday and since it was only a few months ago, we have to wait to see about CpW. The watch winder case which accompanies it was a nice added bonus. It is very much "love" for both of us and I am thinking of borrowing it when I can, just like when I occasionally nick a particular PP of his.

That watch sounds like it's going to be a work of art and totally one of a kind. I can't wait to see and hope you get to borrow frequently.

 

[papertiger]

Wow! No bags at all, but your collection sounds wonderful and unique. Cartier yay! Dentist boo (necessary but I don’t find spending money at the dentist is nearly as fun as a new bag or jewelry piece - hope you are ok).

I'm fine, thank you. I already have many bags. . I'd like to use my croc and Box more but otherwise I find H very user friendly..

 

[carolle]

What? Chanel: Black DF Caviar; WOC, and a preloved business affinity (love them all and use them enough)
Hermes: Constance I-24 in vert fizz with PHW, Geta in black with GHW; Oran in beige mastic; and my first(s) RTWs: New Libris poncho, double cashmere coat wrap; H sweater and a jacket for DH
Bought for? Bought too much in 2023 - likely rebound from non spending during the pandemic (am in health care and was way too busy and depressed with the health care system from 2020-2022).
Live up to expectations? YES!
Use and CpW? I may have over done my purse purchases but I find I can use them for different situations/occasions so minimal overlap,. Poor CpW, especially the RTW - but I love them when I do use them, so overall, no regrets.
Love, like, or ride or die status? LOVE all of them.

 

[peggioka]

Great thread on the H purchase reflection.

 

[DrTr]

What? Chanel: Black DF Caviar; WOC, and a preloved business affinity (love them all and use them enough)
Hermes: Constance I-24 in vert fizz with PHW, Geta in black with GHW; Oran in beige mastic; and my first(s) RTWs: New Libris poncho, double cashmere coat wrap; H sweater and a jacket for DH
Bought for? Bought too much in 2023 - likely rebound from non spending during the pandemic (am in health care and was way too busy and depressed with the health care system from 2020-2022).
Live up to expectations? YES!
Use and CpW? I may have over done my purse purchases but I find I can use them for different situations/occasions so minimal overlap,. Poor CpW, especially the RTW - but I love them when I do use them, so overall, no regrets.
Love, like, or ride or die status? LOVE all of them.

Your new things all sound lovely! I am sorry to hear of your busyness and depressed feelings, I’m sure being in the healthcare system is so very difficult even after the pandemic is supposedly over. it changed so many things. My admiration for everyone who workEd directly in the healthcare system during the pandemic is boundless. I’m glad your lovely things helped you, you deserve every sinle beauty you bought.

 

[carolle]

Your new things all sound lovely! I am sorry to hear of your busyness and depressed feelings, I’m sure being in the healthcare system is so very difficult even after the pandemic is supposedly over. it changed so many things. My admiration for everyone who workEd directly in the healthcare system during the pandemic is boundless. I’m glad your lovely things helped you, you deserve every sinle beauty you bought.

What a lovely message DrTr. Really appreciate this

 

[shpahlc]

I love this thread. Here are mine:

What? K28 box sellier
Bought for? First QB offer in Paris, and love anything box
Live up to expectations? Beyond
Use and CpW? Well, it's been sitting in my closet ever since I bought it (in my defense, it's winter/rainy season), and I stare at it every day so that counts as wearing? With that logic, very low CpW
Love, like, or ride or die status? Obsessed

and a more realistic one:

What? Bolide 25 Etoupe ghw
Bought for: to use as an everyday bag
Live up to expectations? Yes, getting a lot more use out of it than I thought I would
Use and CpW? Used it since the day I bought it, so low CpW which I hope continues to decrease
Love, like, or ride or die status? Love

 

[papertiger]

love the thread @papertiger
What? Evelyn 16 in Bleu de Prusse
Bought for? Condolence price for not getting a QB end of this year
Live up to expectations? Surprised by how cute and useful it is.
Use and CpW? Used it for 10 days non stop after I got it.
Love, like, or ride or die status? Love it

to add runner up is my Mini Lindy Limoncello..love it but I find it easier to use in the summer.
@mktlim you are tempting me with Lindy 26 and xbody strap!

Bleu de Prusse has been one of my favourite colours for a very long time. It's a coloured 'neutral IMO. As a condolence prize, it's pretty sweet, and I'm so glad you love it.