As I'm laying the groundwork with DH to become a Birkin owner, I'm wondering how many of you ladies have come into your Birkin baby by luck or by getting on the list. I'm not picky, so I hope that works in my favor!
a) Develop a good relationship with your local or nearest Hermes store AND
b) Make it a point to visit the local hermes store when you travel (especially Paris or Tokyo where they do not have strict waiting lists)
My first birkin purchase was just being blessed and having a great SA. The bag was in the back and she offered it to me.
Since then I have gotten on the list for a few other colors, put in a special order, and in general if there is a birkin that my SA thinks I will like, she will call me.