Paris trip for Hermes

[papertiger]

Please try to stay on topic. I realise because of the complexity of some of the posts members may veer off but in answer do not 'go there'.

For info and questions on US customs please post on the thread below: post https://forum.purseblog.com/threads/us-customs-discussion-airports-importing.905560/

Detaxing (to US from Europe) https://forum.purseblog.com/threads/best-way-to-detax-after-h-in-europe.178302/

or non-US destinations: https://forum.purseblog.com/threads/does-h-store-paris-wants-to-ship.605014/page-3

For questions relating to prices https://forum.purseblog.com/threads/reference-hermes-current-prices.102567/page-357

For traveling with boxes https://forum.purseblog.com/threads...me-hermes-boxes-when-traveling.1044553/page-5



I will leave this reminder as a sticky because tthis is often a thread that new members (or new Hermès lovers) post on - hopefully temporarily.

 

[lovebrandname]

Hi H babes! It's been a long time since I shopped in Paris due to my young kids.. it used to be a pleasant experience to shop at FSH.. then I chance upon this thread and this sounds so unpleasant the new system there, especially for those of us who are regulars at our home stores, I am def. sure I will get cross from queuing!

Hope all who queued get their dream B/ K bags..

I also heard from friends about being robbed of their B/ K bags whilst in Paris by syndicates..May I ask:

1) hermes will deliver our purchases to our hotels?
2) if you decide to bring back your purchase to your hotel, how safe is it to travel on the subway? And walking on the shopping streets with H shopping bags is safe?
3) any hotel with known theft issues to avoid?

I always ask for NON H paper bag as I take the subway. They have plain white ones, or natural tan colored ones, with no logo.

 

[sqsd]

Just want to share my story two weeks ago because this thread is a great help to me as always.
It was my first visit after FSH started the new system so I have no idea what will happen.
I went lined up before 9 at the front door because my flight arrived very early the morning.
I think there were about 8 people ahead of me already, and when the door opened there were many people inside already. ( from side door as well)
My wish list this time is a Birkin 35 in dark colors or something neutral, or a Bolide 35 with same color options.
I got an appointment by the phone but got to see a sales promptly.
I gave him my option list and he came back with nothing, saying during fashion week the stock level is very low.
That was a shock because I completely did not know it was fashion week during that time.
So I did some shopping on the same street trying to enjoy my rest of my vacation.

The 3rd morning I woke up very early, thought maybe I can give it another try.
I went there before 9 as well and I was the 4th one at the front door.
When the door opened I think there were 15-20 people in the line ahead of me...( my thought was next time I should wait at the side door? )
A young male SA assisted me right away and leaded me upstairs asking if I need any tea or something.
Frankly speaking, I have visited FSH about 10 times, and it was the first drink offer I have ever had.
I said a hot tea will be nice due to the cold weather while I was waiting in line, and he leaded me to a private room. ( this private room experience was totally new to me as well !!)
After he brought tea to the room he asked me about my wish list ( I added Rodeo at last ) and then I waited in the room.
I was sitting there thinking if there's no bag I am fine too due to these whole new experience felt very good to me.
I waited about 10 minutes or so ( as always it felt like 10 hours!!!), and he came back with one big box and one small box.
When he opened the first small box, it was a Rodeo PM ( I cannot tell how long I was looking for Rodeo..!!)
For the big box, he said he may not got the one on my wish list but he have something very special.
Inside was this beauty which I said YES YES YES like 10 time!!
Let me introduce my new baby Birkin 35 togo in Gris Mouette outside, Bleu Agate inside with PHW
View attachment 3598570
View attachment 3598571
I was so happy that I also picked out twilly/scarf/bracelets to match this baby
It was such a nice surprise for my trip this time.
Hope my story can help everyone who is looking for their dream bag

What an amazing experience! That's definitely a special bag! Congrats @lovelysonia

 

[EmileH]

Just want to share my story two weeks ago because this thread is a great help to me as always.
It was my first visit after FSH started the new system so I have no idea what will happen.
I went lined up before 9 at the front door because my flight arrived very early the morning.
I think there were about 8 people ahead of me already, and when the door opened there were many people inside already. ( from side door as well)
My wish list this time is a Birkin 35 in dark colors or something neutral, or a Bolide 35 with same color options.
I got an appointment by the phone but got to see a sales promptly.
I gave him my option list and he came back with nothing, saying during fashion week the stock level is very low.
That was a shock because I completely did not know it was fashion week during that time.
So I did some shopping on the same street trying to enjoy my rest of my vacation.

The 3rd morning I woke up very early, thought maybe I can give it another try.
I went there before 9 as well and I was the 4th one at the front door.
When the door opened I think there were 15-20 people in the line ahead of me...( my thought was next time I should wait at the side door? )
A young male SA assisted me right away and leaded me upstairs asking if I need any tea or something.
Frankly speaking, I have visited FSH about 10 times, and it was the first drink offer I have ever had.
I said a hot tea will be nice due to the cold weather while I was waiting in line, and he leaded me to a private room. ( this private room experience was totally new to me as well !!)
After he brought tea to the room he asked me about my wish list ( I added Rodeo at last ) and then I waited in the room.
I was sitting there thinking if there's no bag I am fine too due to these whole new experience felt very good to me.
I waited about 10 minutes or so ( as always it felt like 10 hours!!!), and he came back with one big box and one small box.
When he opened the first small box, it was a Rodeo PM ( I cannot tell how long I was looking for Rodeo..!!)
For the big box, he said he may not got the one on my wish list but he have something very special.
Inside was this beauty which I said YES YES YES like 10 time!!
Let me introduce my new baby Birkin 35 togo in Gris Mouette outside, Bleu Agate inside with PHW
View attachment 3598570
View attachment 3598571
I was so happy that I also picked out twilly/scarf/bracelets to match this baby
It was such a nice surprise for my trip this time.
Hope my story can help everyone who is looking for their dream bag

Congratulations on your beautiful new bag and your happy memories.

 

[renet]

Just want to share my story two weeks ago because this thread is a great help to me as always.
It was my first visit after FSH started the new system so I have no idea what will happen.
I went lined up before 9 at the front door because my flight arrived very early the morning.
I think there were about 8 people ahead of me already, and when the door opened there were many people inside already. ( from side door as well)
My wish list this time is a Birkin 35 in dark colors or something neutral, or a Bolide 35 with same color options.
I got an appointment by the phone but got to see a sales promptly.
I gave him my option list and he came back with nothing, saying during fashion week the stock level is very low.
That was a shock because I completely did not know it was fashion week during that time.
So I did some shopping on the same street trying to enjoy my rest of my vacation.

The 3rd morning I woke up very early, thought maybe I can give it another try.
I went there before 9 as well and I was the 4th one at the front door.
When the door opened I think there were 15-20 people in the line ahead of me...( my thought was next time I should wait at the side door? )
A young male SA assisted me right away and leaded me upstairs asking if I need any tea or something.
Frankly speaking, I have visited FSH about 10 times, and it was the first drink offer I have ever had.
I said a hot tea will be nice due to the cold weather while I was waiting in line, and he leaded me to a private room. ( this private room experience was totally new to me as well !!)
After he brought tea to the room he asked me about my wish list ( I added Rodeo at last ) and then I waited in the room.
I was sitting there thinking if there's no bag I am fine too due to these whole new experience felt very good to me.
I waited about 10 minutes or so ( as always it felt like 10 hours!!!), and he came back with one big box and one small box.
When he opened the first small box, it was a Rodeo PM ( I cannot tell how long I was looking for Rodeo..!!)
For the big box, he said he may not got the one on my wish list but he have something very special.
Inside was this beauty which I said YES YES YES like 10 time!!
Let me introduce my new baby Birkin 35 togo in Gris Mouette outside, Bleu Agate inside with PHW
View attachment 3598570
View attachment 3598571
I was so happy that I also picked out twilly/scarf/bracelets to match this baby
It was such a nice surprise for my trip this time.
Hope my story can help everyone who is looking for their dream bag

Congratulations, lovelysonia! The 2-tone bag is indeed special! [emoji7][emoji7][emoji7][emoji7]

 

[starprism_7]

Just want to share my story two weeks ago because this thread is a great help to me as always.
It was my first visit after FSH started the new system so I have no idea what will happen.
I went lined up before 9 at the front door because my flight arrived very early the morning.
I think there were about 8 people ahead of me already, and when the door opened there were many people inside already. ( from side door as well)
My wish list this time is a Birkin 35 in dark colors or something neutral, or a Bolide 35 with same color options.
I got an appointment by the phone but got to see a sales promptly.
I gave him my option list and he came back with nothing, saying during fashion week the stock level is very low.
That was a shock because I completely did not know it was fashion week during that time.
So I did some shopping on the same street trying to enjoy my rest of my vacation.

The 3rd morning I woke up very early, thought maybe I can give it another try.
I went there before 9 as well and I was the 4th one at the front door.
When the door opened I think there were 15-20 people in the line ahead of me...( my thought was next time I should wait at the side door? )
A young male SA assisted me right away and leaded me upstairs asking if I need any tea or something.
Frankly speaking, I have visited FSH about 10 times, and it was the first drink offer I have ever had.
I said a hot tea will be nice due to the cold weather while I was waiting in line, and he leaded me to a private room. ( this private room experience was totally new to me as well !!)
After he brought tea to the room he asked me about my wish list ( I added Rodeo at last ) and then I waited in the room.
I was sitting there thinking if there's no bag I am fine too due to these whole new experience felt very good to me.
I waited about 10 minutes or so ( as always it felt like 10 hours!!!), and he came back with one big box and one small box.
When he opened the first small box, it was a Rodeo PM ( I cannot tell how long I was looking for Rodeo..!!)
For the big box, he said he may not got the one on my wish list but he have something very special.
Inside was this beauty which I said YES YES YES like 10 time!!
Let me introduce my new baby Birkin 35 togo in Gris Mouette outside, Bleu Agate inside with PHW
View attachment 3598570
View attachment 3598571
I was so happy that I also picked out twilly/scarf/bracelets to match this baby
It was such a nice surprise for my trip this time.
Hope my story can help everyone who is looking for their dream bag

Omg a Verso birkin from FSH! Congratulations! Shes so gorgeous! I guess b/k hunts in FSH are more based on your luck, no formula to it. Im glad the trip turns out a sweet experience for you, especially during fashion week!

Thank you for sharing your stories with us

 

[Cygne18]

Just want to share my story two weeks ago because this thread is a great help to me as always.
It was my first visit after FSH started the new system so I have no idea what will happen.
I went lined up before 9 at the front door because my flight arrived very early the morning.
I think there were about 8 people ahead of me already, and when the door opened there were many people inside already. ( from side door as well)
My wish list this time is a Birkin 35 in dark colors or something neutral, or a Bolide 35 with same color options.
I got an appointment by the phone but got to see a sales promptly.
I gave him my option list and he came back with nothing, saying during fashion week the stock level is very low.
That was a shock because I completely did not know it was fashion week during that time.
So I did some shopping on the same street trying to enjoy my rest of my vacation.

The 3rd morning I woke up very early, thought maybe I can give it another try.
I went there before 9 as well and I was the 4th one at the front door.
When the door opened I think there were 15-20 people in the line ahead of me...( my thought was next time I should wait at the side door? )
A young male SA assisted me right away and leaded me upstairs asking if I need any tea or something.
Frankly speaking, I have visited FSH about 10 times, and it was the first drink offer I have ever had.
I said a hot tea will be nice due to the cold weather while I was waiting in line, and he leaded me to a private room. ( this private room experience was totally new to me as well !!)
After he brought tea to the room he asked me about my wish list ( I added Rodeo at last ) and then I waited in the room.
I was sitting there thinking if there's no bag I am fine too due to these whole new experience felt very good to me.
I waited about 10 minutes or so ( as always it felt like 10 hours!!!), and he came back with one big box and one small box.
When he opened the first small box, it was a Rodeo PM ( I cannot tell how long I was looking for Rodeo..!!)
For the big box, he said he may not got the one on my wish list but he have something very special.
Inside was this beauty which I said YES YES YES like 10 time!!
Let me introduce my new baby Birkin 35 togo in Gris Mouette outside, Bleu Agate inside with PHW
View attachment 3598570
View attachment 3598571
I was so happy that I also picked out twilly/scarf/bracelets to match this baby
It was such a nice surprise for my trip this time.
Hope my story can help everyone who is looking for their dream bag

Oooh! What a unique color combo, @lovelysonia! Congratulations and thank you so much for sharing.

 

[babywipe]

Hi I would really appreciate if anyone of you can give me your insights about the appointment system at the Hermes on the left bank. Do you have to line up early to get an appointment like FSH? Thanks in advance!

 

[March786]

Just want to share my story two weeks ago because this thread is a great help to me as always.
It was my first visit after FSH started the new system so I have no idea what will happen.
I went lined up before 9 at the front door because my flight arrived very early the morning.
I think there were about 8 people ahead of me already, and when the door opened there were many people inside already. ( from side door as well)
My wish list this time is a Birkin 35 in dark colors or something neutral, or a Bolide 35 with same color options.
I got an appointment by the phone but got to see a sales promptly.
I gave him my option list and he came back with nothing, saying during fashion week the stock level is very low.
That was a shock because I completely did not know it was fashion week during that time.
So I did some shopping on the same street trying to enjoy my rest of my vacation.

The 3rd morning I woke up very early, thought maybe I can give it another try.
I went there before 9 as well and I was the 4th one at the front door.
When the door opened I think there were 15-20 people in the line ahead of me...( my thought was next time I should wait at the side door? )
A young male SA assisted me right away and leaded me upstairs asking if I need any tea or something.
Frankly speaking, I have visited FSH about 10 times, and it was the first drink offer I have ever had.
I said a hot tea will be nice due to the cold weather while I was waiting in line, and he leaded me to a private room. ( this private room experience was totally new to me as well !!)
After he brought tea to the room he asked me about my wish list ( I added Rodeo at last ) and then I waited in the room.
I was sitting there thinking if there's no bag I am fine too due to these whole new experience felt very good to me.
I waited about 10 minutes or so ( as always it felt like 10 hours!!!), and he came back with one big box and one small box.
When he opened the first small box, it was a Rodeo PM ( I cannot tell how long I was looking for Rodeo..!!)
For the big box, he said he may not got the one on my wish list but he have something very special.
Inside was this beauty which I said YES YES YES like 10 time!!
Let me introduce my new baby Birkin 35 togo in Gris Mouette outside, Bleu Agate inside with PHW
View attachment 3598570
View attachment 3598571
I was so happy that I also picked out twilly/scarf/bracelets to match this baby
It was such a nice surprise for my trip this time.
Hope my story can help everyone who is looking for their dream bag

Wow what an amazing experience, congrats on your stunning birkin, its truly beautiful and the charm in those colours adds the perfect pop of colour

 

[scndlslv]

I think it is the same price? Mine is 8,000 Euro same as the price listed in the price shared thread.

Thanks!

 

[Alexa67]

Just want to share my story two weeks ago because this thread is a great help to me as always.
It was my first visit after FSH started the new system so I have no idea what will happen.
I went lined up before 9 at the front door because my flight arrived very early the morning.
I think there were about 8 people ahead of me already, and when the door opened there were many people inside already. ( from side door as well)
My wish list this time is a Birkin 35 in dark colors or something neutral, or a Bolide 35 with same color options.
I got an appointment by the phone but got to see a sales promptly.
I gave him my option list and he came back with nothing, saying during fashion week the stock level is very low.
That was a shock because I completely did not know it was fashion week during that time.
So I did some shopping on the same street trying to enjoy my rest of my vacation.

The 3rd morning I woke up very early, thought maybe I can give it another try.
I went there before 9 as well and I was the 4th one at the front door.
When the door opened I think there were 15-20 people in the line ahead of me...( my thought was next time I should wait at the side door? )
A young male SA assisted me right away and leaded me upstairs asking if I need any tea or something.
Frankly speaking, I have visited FSH about 10 times, and it was the first drink offer I have ever had.
I said a hot tea will be nice due to the cold weather while I was waiting in line, and he leaded me to a private room. ( this private room experience was totally new to me as well !!)
After he brought tea to the room he asked me about my wish list ( I added Rodeo at last ) and then I waited in the room.
I was sitting there thinking if there's no bag I am fine too due to these whole new experience felt very good to me.
I waited about 10 minutes or so ( as always it felt like 10 hours!!!), and he came back with one big box and one small box.
When he opened the first small box, it was a Rodeo PM ( I cannot tell how long I was looking for Rodeo..!!)
For the big box, he said he may not got the one on my wish list but he have something very special.
Inside was this beauty which I said YES YES YES like 10 time!!
Let me introduce my new baby Birkin 35 togo in Gris Mouette outside, Bleu Agate inside with PHW
View attachment 3598570
View attachment 3598571
I was so happy that I also picked out twilly/scarf/bracelets to match this baby
It was such a nice surprise for my trip this time.
Hope my story can help everyone who is looking for their dream bag

Congrat, she is absoulut wonderful! Great you had a good experience at FSH. Enjoy her

 

[meazar]

What a beautiful, special bag! Congrats- Enjoy her!

Just want to share my story two weeks ago because this thread is a great help to me as always.


View attachment 3598570
View attachment 3598571
I was so happy that I also picked out twilly/scarf/bracelets to match this baby
It was such a nice surprise for my trip this time.
Hope my story can help everyone who is looking for their dream bag

 

[lovelysonia]

What a wonderful experience! Enjoy your gorgeous bag and pretty pony! So glad that you had a successful visit to FSH!

SA must've been in the best of moods.. VIP treatment, a birkin and a rodeo....wow...

What an amazing experience! That's definitely a special bag! Congrats @lovelysonia

Congratulations on your beautiful new bag and your happy memories.

Congratulations, lovelysonia! The 2-tone bag is indeed special! [emoji7][emoji7][emoji7][emoji7]

Omg a Verso birkin from FSH! Congratulations! Shes so gorgeous! I guess b/k hunts in FSH are more based on your luck, no formula to it. Im glad the trip turns out a sweet experience for you, especially during fashion week!

Thank you for sharing your stories with us

Oooh! What a unique color combo, @lovelysonia! Congratulations and thank you so much for sharing.

Wow what an amazing experience, congrats on your stunning birkin, its truly beautiful and the charm in those colours adds the perfect pop of colour

Congrat, she is absoulut wonderful! Great you had a good experience at FSH. Enjoy her

What a beautiful, special bag! Congrats- Enjoy her!

Thank you all for reading my long story
All my three bags from FSH have their own story which I will never forget

 

[kopiogao]

I always ask for NON H paper bag as I take the subway. They have plain white ones, or natural tan colored ones, with no logo.

Do they have non H paper bag for boxes as big as that for B35?

 

[Sycomore]

Do they have non H paper bag for boxes as big as that for B35?

They do have very big ones

 

[kopiogao]

They do have very big ones

Thanks for your quick reply! Previously they didnt have one for B35. Glad to know now they have.