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.

 

[betty_cecilia]

1930hrs Paris time
H will then disseminate results

No no, I know that 1930 Paris time they will reply you with an answer.

What I meant is that I haven’t received a sms code to continue with the online application.... I don’t know if it has to do with me using my French pre-paid sim number....? Yesterday I used my home country’s cell number and it worked fine.

 

[jenjchoi]

No no, I know that 1930 Paris time they will reply you with an answer.

What I meant is that I haven’t received a sms code to continue with the online application.... I don’t know if it has to do with me using my French pre-paid sim number....? Yesterday I used my home country’s cell number and it worked fine.

You should always receive a text message with the verification numeric code, which you then enter on the appointment website. Try making another appointment request. If that fails I would go to the FSH appointment desk and ask them for assistance. Good luck!

 

[MrsL]

No no, I know that 1930 Paris time they will reply you with an answer.

What I meant is that I haven’t received a sms code to continue with the online application.... I don’t know if it has to do with me using my French pre-paid sim number....? Yesterday I used my home country’s cell number and it worked fine.

Check your email. I had this when I made an appointment for my mom and it went to her email.

 

[jenjchoi]

I was in Paris from Wed-Sunday with my mom to celebrate both of our birthdays, with Kellys and Birkins in mind of course.

We weren't able to get appointments at FSH until Saturday so we made daily walk-in appointments at both Sevres and George V. Up until Friday, we hadn't received any Birkin or Kelly offers during our walk in appointments. I was shown a black Jypsiere, a Verrou and etoupe Evelyne at George V, which I turned down. My hopes were diminishing each day. On a bright note, I got to meet and take a photo with Sofia Coppola at Sevres. She was absolutely lovely and sweet.

Then finally on Friday at Sevres, I was finally offered my first Kelly! A Bleu Brighton retourne K25 in Swift and GHW!!! Although my first choice was a sellier K25/28, I was thrilled and could hardly contain my excitement.

Later that evening, my mom and I both got texts confirming our appointments at FSH for Saturday. We couldn't believe our luck that day.

We arrived at FSH for my mom's appointment the next day. The SA was very sweet and asked for our wishlist. We told her we were looking for a sellier Kelly in 25 or 28 or a Birkin 25 or 30, neutral colors preferred and GHW.

While we were waiting for the SA to return, a couple sitting behind us said we were lucky to have our SA. The woman knew many others who had been successful with that particular SA. So I was hopeful!

The SA returned without any boxes but said the magical words, "Please come with me madame."

In the dressing room, she presented us with a B30 togo in Etoupe and GHW! Of course we took it

Overall, a magical and successful trip to Paris. Just so sad to return home on Sunday night and to hear of the fire at Notre Dame the day after...

 

[luzdetaiwan]

I was in Paris from Wed-Sunday with my mom to celebrate both of our birthdays, with Kellys and Birkins in mind of course.

We weren't able to get appointments at FSH until Saturday so we made daily walk-in appointments at both Sevres and George V. Up until Friday, we hadn't received any Birkin or Kelly offers during our walk in appointments. I was shown a black Jypsiere, a Verrou and etoupe Evelyne at George V, which I turned down. My hopes were diminishing each day. On a bright note, I got to meet and take a photo with Sofia Coppola at Sevres. She was absolutely lovely and sweet.

Then finally on Friday at Sevres, I was finally offered my first Kelly! A Bleu Brighton retourne K25 in Swift and GHW!!! Although my first choice was a sellier K25/28, I was thrilled and could hardly contain my excitement.

Later that evening, my mom and I both got texts confirming our appointments at FSH for Saturday. We couldn't believe our luck that day.

We arrived at FSH for my mom's appointment the next day. The SA was very sweet and asked for our wishlist. We told her we were looking for a sellier Kelly in 25 or 28 or a Birkin 25 or 30, neutral colors preferred and GHW.

While we were waiting for the SA to return, a couple sitting behind us said we were lucky to have our SA. The woman knew many others who had been successful with that particular SA. So I was hopeful!

The SA returned without any boxes but said the magical words, "Please come with me madame."

In the dressing room, she presented us with a B30 togo in Etoupe and GHW! Of course we took it

Overall, a magical and successful trip to Paris. Just so sad to return home on Sunday night and to hear of the fire at Notre Dame the day after...

Congrats!!! Both bags are TDF.
Though the fire news is heartbreaking...

 

[BagsofOC]

I was in Paris from Wed-Sunday with my mom to celebrate both of our birthdays, with Kellys and Birkins in mind of course.

We weren't able to get appointments at FSH until Saturday so we made daily walk-in appointments at both Sevres and George V. Up until Friday, we hadn't received any Birkin or Kelly offers during our walk in appointments. I was shown a black Jypsiere, a Verrou and etoupe Evelyne at George V, which I turned down. My hopes were diminishing each day. On a bright note, I got to meet and take a photo with Sofia Coppola at Sevres. She was absolutely lovely and sweet.

Then finally on Friday at Sevres, I was finally offered my first Kelly! A Bleu Brighton retourne K25 in Swift and GHW!!! Although my first choice was a sellier K25/28, I was thrilled and could hardly contain my excitement.

Later that evening, my mom and I both got texts confirming our appointments at FSH for Saturday. We couldn't believe our luck that day.

We arrived at FSH for my mom's appointment the next day. The SA was very sweet and asked for our wishlist. We told her we were looking for a sellier Kelly in 25 or 28 or a Birkin 25 or 30, neutral colors preferred and GHW.

While we were waiting for the SA to return, a couple sitting behind us said we were lucky to have our SA. The woman knew many others who had been successful with that particular SA. So I was hopeful!

The SA returned without any boxes but said the magical words, "Please come with me madame."

In the dressing room, she presented us with a B30 togo in Etoupe and GHW! Of course we took it

Overall, a magical and successful trip to Paris. Just so sad to return home on Sunday night and to hear of the fire at Notre Dame the day after...

Congrats on both the bags.

 

[mcpro]

I was in Paris from Wed-Sunday with my mom to celebrate both of our birthdays, with Kellys and Birkins in mind of course.

We weren't able to get appointments at FSH until Saturday so we made daily walk-in appointments at both Sevres and George V. Up until Friday, we hadn't received any Birkin or Kelly offers during our walk in appointments. I was shown a black Jypsiere, a Verrou and etoupe Evelyne at George V, which I turned down. My hopes were diminishing each day. On a bright note, I got to meet and take a photo with Sofia Coppola at Sevres. She was absolutely lovely and sweet.

Then finally on Friday at Sevres, I was finally offered my first Kelly! A Bleu Brighton retourne K25 in Swift and GHW!!! Although my first choice was a sellier K25/28, I was thrilled and could hardly contain my excitement.

Later that evening, my mom and I both got texts confirming our appointments at FSH for Saturday. We couldn't believe our luck that day.

We arrived at FSH for my mom's appointment the next day. The SA was very sweet and asked for our wishlist. We told her we were looking for a sellier Kelly in 25 or 28 or a Birkin 25 or 30, neutral colors preferred and GHW.

While we were waiting for the SA to return, a couple sitting behind us said we were lucky to have our SA. The woman knew many others who had been successful with that particular SA. So I was hopeful!

The SA returned without any boxes but said the magical words, "Please come with me madame."

In the dressing room, she presented us with a B30 togo in Etoupe and GHW! Of course we took it

Overall, a magical and successful trip to Paris. Just so sad to return home on Sunday night and to hear of the fire at Notre Dame the day after...

you're lucky to take home both Kelly and Birkin !! congratulations !!!

 

[lynne_ross]

I was in Paris from Wed-Sunday with my mom to celebrate both of our birthdays, with Kellys and Birkins in mind of course.

We weren't able to get appointments at FSH until Saturday so we made daily walk-in appointments at both Sevres and George V. Up until Friday, we hadn't received any Birkin or Kelly offers during our walk in appointments. I was shown a black Jypsiere, a Verrou and etoupe Evelyne at George V, which I turned down. My hopes were diminishing each day. On a bright note, I got to meet and take a photo with Sofia Coppola at Sevres. She was absolutely lovely and sweet.

Then finally on Friday at Sevres, I was finally offered my first Kelly! A Bleu Brighton retourne K25 in Swift and GHW!!! Although my first choice was a sellier K25/28, I was thrilled and could hardly contain my excitement.

Later that evening, my mom and I both got texts confirming our appointments at FSH for Saturday. We couldn't believe our luck that day.

We arrived at FSH for my mom's appointment the next day. The SA was very sweet and asked for our wishlist. We told her we were looking for a sellier Kelly in 25 or 28 or a Birkin 25 or 30, neutral colors preferred and GHW.

While we were waiting for the SA to return, a couple sitting behind us said we were lucky to have our SA. The woman knew many others who had been successful with that particular SA. So I was hopeful!

The SA returned without any boxes but said the magical words, "Please come with me madame."

In the dressing room, she presented us with a B30 togo in Etoupe and GHW! Of course we took it

Overall, a magical and successful trip to Paris. Just so sad to return home on Sunday night and to hear of the fire at Notre Dame the day after...

Congratulations! Thanks for sharing your story.
Fire was indeed devasting.

 

[eagle1002us]

I was in Paris from Wed-Sunday with my mom to celebrate both of our birthdays, with Kellys and Birkins in mind of course.

We weren't able to get appointments at FSH until Saturday so we made daily walk-in appointments at both Sevres and George V. Up until Friday, we hadn't received any Birkin or Kelly offers during our walk in appointments. I was shown a black Jypsiere, a Verrou and etoupe Evelyne at George V, which I turned down. My hopes were diminishing each day. On a bright note, I got to meet and take a photo with Sofia Coppola at Sevres. She was absolutely lovely and sweet.

Then finally on Friday at Sevres, I was finally offered my first Kelly! A Bleu Brighton retourne K25 in Swift and GHW!!! Although my first choice was a sellier K25/28, I was thrilled and could hardly contain my excitement.

Later that evening, my mom and I both got texts confirming our appointments at FSH for Saturday. We couldn't believe our luck that day.

We arrived at FSH for my mom's appointment the next day. The SA was very sweet and asked for our wishlist. We told her we were looking for a sellier Kelly in 25 or 28 or a Birkin 25 or 30, neutral colors preferred and GHW.

While we were waiting for the SA to return, a couple sitting behind us said we were lucky to have our SA. The woman knew many others who had been successful with that particular SA. So I was hopeful!

The SA returned without any boxes but said the magical words, "Please come with me madame."

In the dressing room, she presented us with a B30 togo in Etoupe and GHW! Of course we took it

Overall, a magical and successful trip to Paris. Just so sad to return home on Sunday night and to hear of the fire at Notre Dame the day after...

Magical story and wonderful blue brighton bag!

 

[jenngu]

This is my new Kelly 28 retourne in gold evercolor with rose azalee chevre offered from Sevres. I'm also including a picture of the Constance 24 in beton evercolor and RGHW offered from Cannes which I had to sadly decline.

 

[rsen]

Sorry to hear this, thanks for sharing. I hope you enjoyed Paris otherwise.
How many times did you try for an appointment?

I tried two times and also from my husband phone as well. I was only there for a short time.

 

[rsen]

People don't talk about it much but a certain amount of rejection is quite possibly a normal part of the quota bag pursuit. I think many more of us have had that experience than you'd realize. Just keep trying. I can't imagine why you couldn't get a Constance, which is a non-quota bag. Maybe next time start with the idea of getting a Constance, engage with the SA . . . and see what happens. I know from my own experience that requesting a birkin or kelly right at the start of the conversation is maybe off-putting to the SA. Tell yourself you're building a bag collection and that takes time, experience and oppportunity. People acquire kellys and birkins from many sources such as resellers. Maybe that option would work for you? Just b/c it didn't work out on this trip doesn't mean you'll never ever get one. People who really like b's or k's buy from resellers and H boutiques b/c they want to build a collection.

I actually have a birkin already, but since I was there just wanted to pick up something! Lol

 

[JA_UK]

This is my new Kelly 28 retourne in gold evercolor with rose azalee chevre offered from Sevres. I'm also including a picture of the Constance 24 in beton evercolor and RGHW offered from Cannes which I had to sadly decline.

Oh my.... I think I want a Kelly now...

 

[classiccuratedcollection]

This is my new Kelly 28 retourne in gold evercolor with rose azalee chevre offered from Sevres. I'm also including a picture of the Constance 24 in beton evercolor and RGHW offered from Cannes which I had to sadly decline.

Beautiful, congratulations! The Constance in Beton is beautiful, please share your Cannes story in the Hermes Cannes, Nice, Monaco thread.

 

[Nhope]

Beautiful scores @jenjchoi & @[email protected]

I love kelly in smooth leather as it's next in my wishlist.
Can you share what you need to purchase before they offered you this kelly at sevres?

I was in Paris from Wed-Sunday with my mom to celebrate both of our birthdays, with Kellys and Birkins in mind of course.

We weren't able to get appointments at FSH until Saturday so we made daily walk-in appointments at both Sevres and George V. Up until Friday, we hadn't received any Birkin or Kelly offers during our walk in appointments. I was shown a black Jypsiere, a Verrou and etoupe Evelyne at George V, which I turned down. My hopes were diminishing each day. On a bright note, I got to meet and take a photo with Sofia Coppola at Sevres. She was absolutely lovely and sweet.

Then finally on Friday at Sevres, I was finally offered my first Kelly! A Bleu Brighton retourne K25 in Swift and GHW!!! Although my first choice was a sellier K25/28, I was thrilled and could hardly contain my excitement.

Later that evening, my mom and I both got texts confirming our appointments at FSH for Saturday. We couldn't believe our luck that day.

We arrived at FSH for my mom's appointment the next day. The SA was very sweet and asked for our wishlist. We told her we were looking for a sellier Kelly in 25 or 28 or a Birkin 25 or 30, neutral colors preferred and GHW.

While we were waiting for the SA to return, a couple sitting behind us said we were lucky to have our SA. The woman knew many others who had been successful with that particular SA. So I was hopeful!

The SA returned without any boxes but said the magical words, "Please come with me madame."

In the dressing room, she presented us with a B30 togo in Etoupe and GHW! Of course we took it

Overall, a magical and successful trip to Paris. Just so sad to return home on Sunday night and to hear of the fire at Notre Dame the day after...

This is my new Kelly 28 retourne in gold evercolor with rose azalee chevre offered from Sevres. I'm also including a picture of the Constance 24 in beton evercolor and RGHW offered from Cannes which I had to sadly decline.