Spend threshold for B/K/C

[benjinito]

Sometimes, I wonder if they might make an offer to make an annoying customer go away

I’ve been told this happens… but the offer will be in undesirable specs

 

[Bag peace]

I feel like I’m too deep to turn back now lol and I’m not going to the 2nd hand market . Ive invested too much money to walk away.

You've received some wonderful advice and you have your mind made up, so I'll wish you the best of luck. However, I wonder, are you aware of the sunk-cost fallacy? If not, I'd recommend you read up on it because your post (and the bolded text, specifically) perfectly showcase what happens when we fall into that way of thinking.

I would strongly recommend, now that you're not feeling so emotional, that you reconsider the opinions put forth and have a look for reputable resellers. I understand that you're not looking for second hand, but you can get brand new via resellers, too.
The premium you pay going that route is nothing compared to what you're willing and likely to pay on pre-spends and trips to Paris, but more than money, the reseller route spares you the time and emotional struggles that you are exerting on this bag-hunt. That is time gone that you cannot get back, and stress endured that could be avoided.

In the end, the sooner you get the bag of your dreams, the sooner you can live your life with the bag of your dreams. Chasing it down, spending more and more on other items when it's clearly frustrating you to have to do so, and stressing about getting an offer are robbing you of your peace of mind, which is unnecessary when there is another solution.
I'd rather take a shortcut, even at a premium price, and spend my days enjoying my dream bag, rather than playing the long game and shedding tears along the way, as you have. No matter if you're an Aries, this level of stress is the opposite of what luxury shopping should be about.

Securing the bag will not be sweeter if you play the H game and win. It'll still just be a pretty bag. The winning is in saving yourself time and heartache on the way to the end goal. You can go to Paris for pleasure, not specifically to gain a lottery appointment and win over an SA.

Of course, this is your life, your time, your hobby and, ultimately, your choice. Do what is right for you. I just want you to consider if the sunk-cost fallacy applies to your situation and if you think the overall price you're paying is worthwhile. Best of luck to you, whatever final decision you make!

 

[Mrs.Hermess]

Hi Hermes lovers and this wonderful group! I would like to share my experience with Hermès. I started my journey last year back in April. I started off small and thought I found a SA that i clicked with . At that time I purchased Orans sandals and perfume. I explained at that time I wanted a Herbag 31 in Orange. SA K would keep an eye open. At that moment no follow up I tried texting no response. So I went back to boutique 3 months later and found a different SA who was a fresh breath of air helped me order some house wear and asked me about my wishlist. And I explained that I was working with SA Q and stated that I would like to change SA and would you be willing to be my main SA . New SA stated sure . She was able to produce the Herbag in the right color and size . I explained I would like to have Birkin in 30 with gold hardware neutral colors . Main SA put information into iPhone. Months later I went back and purchased more items I’m at 5k pre spend and no bag . Last year I went back to purchase some beach sandals and asked her to place and order of green oasis she didn’t even bother to check just stated it was sold out . I told SA to keep an eye out if one pops up . So later that day I called customer service and was told Madison store had my pair and I was able to call the store to purchase by them sending me a link . Main SA would only call to offer things that would only make SA monthly goals . I felt that she taking advantage of me and I pause my shopping with SA for Dec 2022. I was very disappointed that I didn’t get a B30 . I saw other people getting bags and was just what is wrong with me ?? This journey has put me through mental breakdown. I told myself I would reach back out through text to see if main Sa can find my Chypre sandals she stated she would put an order. A week later . So a week later I stop by into boutique just to browse around to see if new things were available and I asked about the cypher sands and SA told me oh I can place an order , but last week SA told me the order was placed! SA completely lie to me but I told myself again that I’m done ! Going into 11/2023 I drop by the boutique because I wanted a gold ring , scarf, mules , RTW and a couple of books. Pre spend now 13k I asked again about my b30 and she shook her head and stated stock is low and no bags available etc ….. you know bs lies ! So I saw the manager and explained this whole situation that I been waiting patiently and not been offered my wishlist bag manager check my profile and walk to the back where my main SA was and had a talk with SA . I noticed her demeanor has changed and stated I need yo update your wishlist what are you interested in and we will start working on your bag .



This is SA even offered me a pegasus that I’ve been wanting for two years now that I’ve paid for . So today SA calls and offers me a B30 in Vert Amade with silver hardware something I did not request on my wishlist! I politely declined the bag and explained per whishlist the only hardware is gold , provided colors and size . Now SA stated it doesn’t work like that you only get one choice to pick and maybe something would come next year ! I’m so emotionally drained and have tried to keep a positive outlook but I feel devastated any helpful advice would be appreciated ! sorry for being long winded

I hope you get the bag of your dreams. I hope you also understand that H always has bags-always. They just don’t have a bag for you-given your profile.

 

[stardustmd]

If my spend ratio is 2:1 in only fine jewelry and rtw and I did not get any QB offer this year.. is it safe to say I’m not there yet? It’s been 1.5yr since my last QB Kelly 28 and my wishlist is neutral birkin 25 or 30. Too late to send my SA a card so I was going to text her happy holidays. Not sure if I should also gently remind her that I didn’t have any bag offers this year. Would love to hear thoughts..

 

[luxuryspy]

I hope you get the bag of your dreams. I hope you also understand that H always has bags-always. They just don’t have a bag for you-given your profile.

If that’s the case I wonder why the SA offered me something that I didn’t wish for ? I assumed this is why a wishlist was created and I was very clear of what I wanted. Hopefully this motivates the SA to find my dream bag so me and she can live happily ever after! lol 😝

 

[acrowcounted]

If my spend ratio is 2:1 in only fine jewelry and rtw and I did not get any QB offer this year.. is it safe to say I’m not there yet? It’s been 1.5yr since my last QB Kelly 28 and my wishlist is neutral birkin 25 or 30. Too late to send my SA a card so I was going to text her happy holidays. Not sure if I should also gently remind her that I didn’t have any bag offers this year. Would love to hear thoughts..

“Happy Holidays! 🎄 Where’s my Birkin?! 😡”

I kid! But no, don’t mention the bag. Bring it up next time you shop with her in person, it’ll go a lot further that way.

 

[Mrs.Hermess]

If that’s the case I wonder why the SA offered me something that I didn’t wish for ?

It could be because the profile wasn’t adequate for the request. Or they offered a non desirable bag, knowing it would be rejected since you had been specific. happened to me on my 1st quota (got an offer after repeated request, the only think it was similar to the bag I wanted was that it was a quota bag-no other spec) Other comments have also suggested why.
It’s not personal to you, has happened to most of us. Knowing they always have bags, just not a bag for us, makes shopping at H a lot more fluid.

 

[luxuryspy]

It could be because the profile wasn’t adequate for the request. Or they offered a non desirable bag, knowing it would be rejected since you had been specific. happened to me on my 1st quota (got an offer after repeated request, the only think it was similar to the bag I wanted was that it was a quota bag-no other spec) Other comments have also suggested why.
It’s not personal to you, has happened to most of us. Knowing they always have bags, just not a bag for us, makes shopping at H a lot more fluid.

Oh wow this totally makes sense! My SA knew I would reject this bag . She wants me to keep swiping my credit cards so she can keep hitting her monthly quota. The Manager pulled up my profile and said the SA will be working on your bag . I feel if I’m dropping that large amount of cash it needs to be right. I’m going to give her till the end of Jan . Hopefully I receive another call or text about my Q B30 . If not I will take an European tour with my husband and relax,eat & sightseeing

 

[lilflobowl]

They don't owe you a bag though. Yes, it would be nice, but no, they aren't obligated to.
Honestly the negativity you're holding onto is probably visible to your SA; did she tell you explicitly to keep swiping your credit cards so that she can meet her quota? I'm betting that she didn't and you're just projecting your disgruntlement onto her, which isn't fair. You could've already met the quota but she might not be able to offer you your perfect bag because it might be someone else's perfect bag and they've been waiting longer than you.

Another poster said it well, it's better you purchase through the reseller route - immediate gratification and none of this negativity.

Oh wow this totally makes sense! My SA knew I would reject this bag . She wants me to keep swiping my credit cards so she can keep hitting her monthly quota. The Manager pulled up my profile and said the SA will be working on your bag . I feel if I’m dropping that large amount of cash it needs to be right. I’m going to give her till the end of Jan . Hopefully I receive another call or text about my Q B30 . If not I will take an European tour with my husband and relax,eat & sightseeing

 

[Tasha1]

She wants me to keep swiping my credit cards so she can keep hitting her monthly quota.

Sorry, don't want to be rude, but are you sure or do you think this way? You never know what another person keeps in her/his mind until he/she says it.
if you are against swiping your cc, don't do it, nobody forces with a pistol behind. You will get your desirable bag one day. May be it will take longer that you would. This is only A BAG!!!! Believe me, life is full of compensations.

 

[Miss Al]

For those ANXIOUSLY waiting for their Birkin or Kelly, try walking into a reseller boutique. It will change your perception.

When I first started my H journey, I never saw a B or K on display in store. The bag seemed so exclusive and rare. When I received my first QB which was a Birkin I felt that I was really privileged and lucky to own the bag or at least that was what my SA wanted me to feel.

Everything changed after I stepped into a reseller boutique i.e. L'ecrin. There were over 200 Birkins on the shelves for sale in different sizes and colours. I joked with the staff that their inventory was way better than my home store! It was the first time I saw so many Birkins for sale!!!

I did not buy from them but I realised that there was nothing so exclusive about the Birkin/Kelly. Look at the sheer number of bags in the store! You can buy anything you want here with no games.

The Birkin/Kelly is just a bag.

 

[jbeans]

She wants me to keep swiping my credit cards so she can keep hitting her monthly quota.

To help put you at ease, if your spend so far is just a bit over 1:1, you can be sure that she's not counting on you to help fulfill her sales quota. She probably just doesn't have the exact spec combo for you yet. And as you can see upthread plenty of ppl are spending way more and still waiting.

 

[BreezyE]

If that’s the case I wonder why the SA offered me something that I didn’t wish for ? I assumed this is why a wishlist was created and I was very clear of what I wanted. Hopefully this motivates the SA to find my dream bag so me and she can live happily ever after! lol 😝

Honestly it sounds like you only got a bag offer because you complained to the manager. Most people who are offered bags do not get exactly what they ask for but understand that is how it works. I wouldn't be worried so much about my SA wanting me to spend more, I would be more concerned that the SM and SA have now determined that I was a problem customer. Who wants to be an SA to a person who complains to management when they don't get what they want?

 

[luxuryspy]

To help put you at ease, if your spend so far is just a bit over 1:1, you can be sure that she's not counting on you to help fulfill her sales quota. She probably just doesn't have the exact spec combo for you yet. And as you can see upthread plenty of ppl are spending way more and still waiting.

Thank you for your honesty

To help put you at ease, if your spend so far is just a bit over 1:1, you can be sure that she's not counting on you to help fulfill her sales quota. She probably just doesn't have the exact spec combo for you yet. And as you can see upthread plenty of ppl are spending way more and still waiting.

I’m praying that everyone gets their dream bag. My 2nd go around will be epic and I can’t wait to unbox soon ! Happy holidays

 

[Crapples]

I’m praying that everyone gets their dream bag. My 2nd go around will be epic and I can’t wait to unbox soon ! Happy holidays

Agreed. Happy Holidays all! Dream bags and prosperity in 2024. Ps I’m not a big believer in manifestation but I was manifesting my last bag hard and it came.

But most importantly I just pray for peace in the world and contentment and joy for my fellow TPFers. You all have provided me with stories of adventure, woe, love, loss, and a Birkin here and there all year. Thank you. 🎄