Ode to the Lindy

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#5,011
merlexie said:
Just had my first Hermès boutique experience and was so pleasantly surprised! I’d read horror stories about the Chicago boutique but they were lovely.

I went there to exchange a Lindy 26 in Bleu Nuit clemence that I somehow scored from the website last month. It was beautiful but SO dark and I just couldn’t quite love it. I ended up exchanging it for a Lindy 26 in noir veau volupto with a crocodile handle and gold hardware. It’s not what I imagined getting but I am thrilled with it. Foolishly, I didn’t snap a photo in-store; they are shipping it to me because my home state has a significantly lower sales tax base. So, no pix yet!

So here’s my question: thoughts on removing the protective hardware stickers? This isn’t a bag I’ll ever sell; it’s my first Hermès and I just won’t. So the impact on resale doesn’t really concern me. So it’s more about the aesthetics for me—I intend to love and use the bag. And before I decided to purchase new, I looked at many pre-loved on Fashionphile and TRR, and several had notations about “stickiness” on the hardware, like the protective plastic was left on for a long time (years), and then when finally removed there was a residue that clearly has been difficult to fix. Where I live gets relatively humid during the summer, which can apparently also cause some issues if the protective plastic is left on the hardware. So I’m inclined to remove.

But, is there any other reason why I should rethink this and leave on?
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Oh! We are bag twins - I got my L26 touch in noir Veau Volupto two years ago. You will love your Lindy as I have with mine. Veau Volupto is such a soft leather, similar to swift. Anyways, please remove the stickers ASAP - they will definitely cause issues to the hardware - there are already discussions on this in another thread on this forum ( Plastic protector on hardware | PurseForum (purseblog.com) ). I bought a pre-loved H bag with its stickers still intact but the hardwares didn't look too great - may need to get them replaced eventually. The only thing that I did was to have silicon covers for the bottom studs. Enjoy your Lindy in good health!
 
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#5,012
WKN said:
Oh! We are bag twins - I got my L26 touch in noir Veau Volupto two years ago. You will love your Lindy as I have with mine. Veau Volupto is such a soft leather, similar to swift. Anyways, please remove the stickers ASAP - they will definitely cause issues to the hardware - there are already discussions on this in another thread on this forum ( Plastic protector on hardware | PurseForum (purseblog.com) ). I bought a pre-loved H bag with its stickers still intact but the hardwares didn't look too great - may need to get them replaced eventually. The only thing that I did was to have silicon covers for the bottom studs. Enjoy your Lindy in good health!
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Thank you! That thread was super informative (and entertaining!). I’ll be removing the stickers on Tuesday after it’s delivered; not sure yet about the silicone feet caps but will look into those. And yes, the softness of the veau volupto is a big part of what sold me on the bag; simply exquisite.
 
#5,013
merlexie said:
Just had my first Hermès boutique experience and was so pleasantly surprised! I’d read horror stories about the Chicago boutique but they were lovely.

I went there to exchange a Lindy 26 in Bleu Nuit clemence that I somehow scored from the website last month. It was beautiful but SO dark and I just couldn’t quite love it. I ended up exchanging it for a Lindy 26 in noir veau volupto with a crocodile handle and gold hardware. It’s not what I imagined getting but I am thrilled with it. Foolishly, I didn’t snap a photo in-store; they are shipping it to me because my home state has a significantly lower sales tax base. So, no pix yet!

So here’s my question: thoughts on removing the protective hardware stickers? This isn’t a bag I’ll ever sell; it’s my first Hermès and I just won’t. So the impact on resale doesn’t really concern me. So it’s more about the aesthetics for me—I intend to love and use the bag. And before I decided to purchase new, I looked at many pre-loved on Fashionphile and TRR, and several had notations about “stickiness” on the hardware, like the protective plastic was left on for a long time (years), and then when finally removed there was a residue that clearly has been difficult to fix. Where I live gets relatively humid during the summer, which can apparently also cause some issues if the protective plastic is left on the hardware. So I’m inclined to remove.

But, is there any other reason why I should rethink this and leave on?
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There's a thread about this here. I haven't read the whole thing, and I am by no means an expert, but personally I'd remove the stickers.
 
#5,014
merlexie said:
Just had my first Hermès boutique experience and was so pleasantly surprised! I’d read horror stories about the Chicago boutique but they were lovely.

I went there to exchange a Lindy 26 in Bleu Nuit clemence that I somehow scored from the website last month. It was beautiful but SO dark and I just couldn’t quite love it. I ended up exchanging it for a Lindy 26 in noir veau volupto with a crocodile handle and gold hardware. It’s not what I imagined getting but I am thrilled with it. Foolishly, I didn’t snap a photo in-store; they are shipping it to me because my home state has a significantly lower sales tax base. So, no pix yet!

So here’s my question: thoughts on removing the protective hardware stickers? This isn’t a bag I’ll ever sell; it’s my first Hermès and I just won’t. So the impact on resale doesn’t really concern me. So it’s more about the aesthetics for me—I intend to love and use the bag. And before I decided to purchase new, I looked at many pre-loved on Fashionphile and TRR, and several had notations about “stickiness” on the hardware, like the protective plastic was left on for a long time (years), and then when finally removed there was a residue that clearly has been difficult to fix. Where I live gets relatively humid during the summer, which can apparently also cause some issues if the protective plastic is left on the hardware. So I’m inclined to remove.

But, is there any other reason why I should rethink this and leave on?
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Hermes recommends that you remove it. Over time it will discolor the hardware, so when it finally does come off, the hardware won't be uniform in color. This is your bag. Use it. Enjoy it! It sounds gorgeous--several months ago I bought my first Lindy and I love it, but I haven't seen any with crocodile trim. It sounds wonderful.
 
#5,016
gucci_chelsea said:
joining the club with my latest boutique purchase: L30 noir with ghw :love:
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originally wanted 26 but my SA and boyfriend both said 30 looks better on my frame. i love that it slouches more..and the ghw finally came in so had to take her home with me:yahoo:

thanks for letting me share! :smile:
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hi! Can you tell me your height if that’s ok? I am undecided between the 26 and 30 too! I’m 5’6” 1.68cm
 
#5,024
Almost was able to snatch these babies up on the website but people are way too fast... speaking of which, any input on these colors? how is the color transfer? what do you think of the new sesame color?
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