I think if I buy a bag this trip, I am going to go to the local FedEx store directly from the store and just ship the box home and keep the bag in a Le Pliage or something like that.
Never had an issue I find paris to be VERY safe. You can even request a bag without the Hermes logo. Just a simple paper bag, but they don't fit a B35. I have been renting the same apartment for years, so no one other than me has access to the place. But I usually just wear whatever I buy during the trip.
Thank you Coco lover. Yes, I agree that an apartment is very safe - I am going solo this time and decided to stay in a hotel. Thanks again.
Forgot to mention, after the hotel mgmt. interviewed the cleaning crew, of course no one admitted to taking the items - even though they were the only ones that had access to our rooms.
This is an excellent idea. If there are good concierges at your Paris hotel, they should be able to arrange all this for you. I simply handed my concierge the empty boxes containing tissue and tissue-pillows, and let the concierge know it was very important these items be securely boxed so as not to arrive with any dents or damage. When the package arrived at my home, I was astounded by the extreme care the shipper had taken to ensure the boxes would retain their shape. I paid 120 Euro for the shipper (which they added to the hotel bill), plus a handsome gratuity for the concierge.I think if I buy a bag this trip, I am going to go to the local FedEx store directly from the store and just ship the box home and keep the bag in a Le Pliage or something like that.
Hermes will hand deliver your purchase to your hotel within the hour. There is no additional charge for this service. I found my big orange box sitting regally on my bed when I returned to the hotel room.One of my biggest fears is walking out of the H store with a large H box! Do you guys ever feel nervous knowing that you might get robbed on the way to the hotel?
This is an excellent idea. If there are good concierges at your Paris hotel, they should be able to arrange all this for you. I simply handed my concierge the empty boxes containing tissue and tissue-pillows, and let the concierge know it was very important these items be securely boxed so as not to arrive with any dents or damage. When the package arrived at my home, I was astounded by the extreme care the shipper had taken to ensure the boxes would retain their shape. I paid 120 Euro for the shipper (which they added to the hotel bill), plus a handsome gratuity for the concierge.
Arrived home 2 days ago and my package from Paris had already been delivered and intactI left the boutique with a my K in a big white bag and the next day posted the box and one other big box in each other from the post office for 50 euros . Am heading home tomorrow and will carry my K in a longchamp bag .
Best experience so far
Is there some particular reason you don't want to just wear the bag while you're here? I suppose, if you're worried, and the safe is too small, you should lock it in your suitcase. If not, you should be fine if you carry it with you. I've lived here for 17 years. I wear my jewelry, carry my bags, etc and I've never been robbed on the street (so far. Knock on wood). Like anywhere, just pay attention and you should be fine.Hi all: This may be a dumb question but due to experience, I had to ask - (did not see any other threads). I am headed to Paris in late May and am excited to visit FSH and try my luck. How do you keep your bag safe until departing France? Are others using them until you leave?
My inquiry is based on a trip I took over 15 years ago to Paris in which I purchased a bag at Chanel. It was stolen out of my hotel room and now I am extremely paranoid. I was fortunate to get the hotel's insurance to cover it after numerous phone calls and emails.
If I am fortunate enough to purchase an Hermes bag of my choice in Paris (or other goodies), I am thinking of either locking it in my suitcase in my room or having the store keep it until I leave.
Your experience? Thanks in advanced.
Is there some particular reason you don't want to just wear the bag while you're here? I suppose, if you're worried, and the safe is too small, you should lock it in your suitcase. If not, you should be fine if you carry it with you. I've lived here for 17 years. I wear my jewelry, carry my bags, etc and I've never been robbed on the street (so far. Knock on wood). Like anywhere, just pay attention and you should be fine.
I'm really glad you were safe through all of that! I think, perhaps, I've just been very, very fortunate.Thank you Jennifer Marvin. I have been robbed/pickpocketed in the street several times in Europe while on holiday over the years. Despite having lived and worked in San Francisco for many years and cultivated some street smarts. I've also traveled extensively in the states and spent much time in New York City, Boston and Los Angeles.
As a result of my personal experiences, whenever I do travel in Europe, I prefer to do so without carrying a purse which makes me feel more comfortable and secure.
I've also had a Chanel bag I purchased in Paris robbed from my hotel room about 16 years ago.
Perhaps I have been unlucky and a bit paranoid. Needless to say, these are just material items and I am thankful I have not been physically harmed.