Wow,
! Absolutely not my cup of tea! Posting a direct link for all to behold. 
https://forum.purseblog.com/threads/hermes-new-york-city-stores.666239/page-176#post-35392677
What’s your unpopular Hermes opinion?
- Thread starter wowzers1941
- Start date
TPF may earn a commission from merchant affiliate
links, including eBay, Amazon, and others
Wow,
! Absolutely not my cup of tea! Posting a direct link for all to behold. https://forum.purseblog.com/threads/hermes-new-york-city-stores.666239/page-176#post-35392677
It never occurred to me that this would be an unpopular opinion, but I realized it probably is hah - I don't like horses on anything and actively avoid horse themes which is quite the challenge being a loyal Hermes collector
My unpopular opinion is about the scarves.
I gravitate either towards the very old school classic designs (like the key design for instance..which I own in two different colourways)
or the more modern ones, Pegase Pop, Perspective H, Dress Code,Space Derby etc.
BUT..I really dislike all the ones with very loud flowers or animals or both...These seem to be really popular and annoyingly I find my home store seems to stock mainly that style of design as opposed to the ones I like.
Apologies to all the Alice Shirley fans out there ..
I gravitate either towards the very old school classic designs (like the key design for instance..which I own in two different colourways)
or the more modern ones, Pegase Pop, Perspective H, Dress Code,Space Derby etc.
BUT..I really dislike all the ones with very loud flowers or animals or both...These seem to be really popular and annoyingly I find my home store seems to stock mainly that style of design as opposed to the ones I like.
Apologies to all the Alice Shirley fans out there ..
Inspired by the ode to bolide thread, I love my rigid bolide 31s much more than my slouchy ones. My favorite has to be my 2006 chèvre mysore bolide in turquoise. Even, my 2021 clémence bolide is already super relaxed and slouchy (which I like since it’s in an earthy tone), but a rigid bolide 31 is just so elegant in my eyes. As such, my favorite leathers on bolide are chèvre, then crocodile, then ostrich, and finally box (which may be an unpopular opinion placing it at the end, but the scratch resistance of the others appeals to me a lot). I would love to see Hermes make more big chèvre bags as that is my favorite non exotic leather!
I also wish Hermes would not just make city themed special editions for store openings. I wish the Madison pieces were not limited and were kept as permanent. In my dreams, Hermes would have made a scarf like the Battery Park scarf for each of its large flagship stores showcasing their city.
I also wish Hermes would not just make city themed special editions for store openings. I wish the Madison pieces were not limited and were kept as permanent. In my dreams, Hermes would have made a scarf like the Battery Park scarf for each of its large flagship stores showcasing their city.
My response to this other thread seems more appropriate here:
forum.purseblog.com
Makes me think of the mafia. People are _afraid_ to spend money with SAs/stores other than their primary unless they have "permission"?
Yuck. Just yuck.
Should I buy non QB from not my home store?
Hi everyone: I was offered a non-QB (GP 30) while traveling. I am waiting for a QB in my home store and am not sure if buying the non QB would negatively impact my profile back home. Thoughts? I have 2 hours to decide so your thoughts are much appreciated!!!!
forum.purseblog.com
Makes me think of the mafia. People are _afraid_ to spend money with SAs/stores other than their primary unless they have "permission"?
Yuck. Just yuck.
Last edited:
My response to this other thread seems more appropriate here:
Should I buy non QB from not my home store?
Hi everyone: I was offered a non-QB (GP 30) while traveling. I am waiting for a QB in my home store and am not sure if buying the non QB would negatively impact my profile back home. Thoughts? I have 2 hours to decide so your thoughts are much appreciated!!!!
Makes me think of the mafia. People are _afraid_ to spend money with SAs/stores other than their primary unless they have "permission"?
Yuck. Just yuck.
Eyes errrrrrrrywhere.
Unpopular opinion
i am starting to believe that the bridado is kind of cute
(i also root for the underdog in movies, races, and IRL) lol
i am starting to believe that the bridado is kind of cute
(i also root for the underdog in movies, races, and IRL) lol
I too think it's kind of cute and playful in vibrant colors. It's definitely a bag that I get to see a fair amount both in the boutiques and online...perhaps the converse of familiarity breeds contempt!
LOL It's also for a long while been the only bag that can be had on h.com.
I remember when there were more bags than straps there..... in the Before Times.
Oh my god! THANK YOU! I am a diplomat. I move every three to five years…..
Everyone on here is a bit snobby about it too ( H has other clients they don’t need you vibe or just pay loads in international duties)
I could hug you for understanding!
My unpopular opinion:
SOTD's themes have become so contrived I don't even know what they are. They used to be: "Designs by Ledoux" or "scarves with boats" or "purple scarves." I could use the themes to help me organize and purge my collection.
People like the thread now, though, especially my friends! Happy for them, but I no longer contribute.
Just stating my unpopular opinion, LOL.
SOTD's themes have become so contrived I don't even know what they are. They used to be: "Designs by Ledoux" or "scarves with boats" or "purple scarves." I could use the themes to help me organize and purge my collection.
People like the thread now, though, especially my friends! Happy for them, but I no longer contribute.
Just stating my unpopular opinion, LOL.
+100%. I think, from what I have read, the UAE and parts of Asia are extremely difficult bc of the enormous spending ability of the local clientele. The popular prevailing opinion on TPF seems to be the insistence that the profiles do connect worldwide with respect to QBs, at least NY/Paris, but that has not been my experience.
Although the bulk of my spend is with my local flagship, i was fortunate enough to stumble into a relationship with an FSH SA where I barely have any prespend. But I can travel there twice a year and have obtained two FSH and one local QB. I also buy some preloved bags. Have you reached out to your former Canadian SA about ways to accommodate your needs? If you do not want to ship, is it possible for you to travel back to Canada once or twice a year? Customs and duty charges may accrue with either shipping or handcarrying, but that is not up to the retail establishment. Or, could you cultivate an SA relationship in a location where you might visit? Hermes unfortunately does not make it easy, but I would blame widespread corporate retail practices ( not just H or chanel) rather than individual SAs. Good luck!
@krittershops , I’m sorry you feel that TPFers are snobby about stating that the boutique may drop clients when they move or that duties apply. Many of us have had to move; have had to start anew after long hiatuses; or other reasons. IMO we empathize but are just somewhat realistic as to the problems that are caused by changed circumstances. Regardless of whether H offers QBs, the consumer does have the ultimate decision as to whether and where to shop.
a few of us have found that it’s possible to connect with an SA sufficiently that we can obtain what we want without enormous prespend. It is rare, but it can happen on a case by case basis. I personally only buy what I love. An unpopular opinion is that I think of the bag as a bonus, a wonderful event if I get an offer, and if not, I still love my other purchases. Another unpopular opinion is that I don’t have a wish list, and I believe the best offers come when least expected. But, I do have a number of bags already.
Last edited:
I love reading this! Bolides will always be my favorite and my go-to everyday bag! I only have slouchy clemence bolides because I love how easy and mushy they are, but one day I would love to have a chevre one, when I find the right one! And I absolutely adore bolides in ostrich! My next one will definitely be rigid, in something with a soft, smooth hand.
Echoing @888's comments, I'm so sorry that you feel a bit of snobbery, but I don't think the comments are meant in any sort of derogatory way. We're all somewhat astonished I think (in the more precise meaning of the word) that shopping at Hermes has evolved to the place where it is right now. Long-time clients are dismayed at what they perceive is a diminished luxury shopping experience, and newcomers are put-off by what can be perceived as 'gatekeeping' (I'm learning!). The oft-mentioned factors, Covid, the increase in somewhat frenzied social media attention, high demand/limited supply, all have contributed to this perfect storm of disappointment.
Realism has set in, and is reflected in the perspective many are offering here. Boutique practices differ around the globe, sometimes substantially. Hermes is in it for the long haul and prefers not to cater to one-off clients. The financials (very positive right now) are driven by individual boutique sales and SMs are motivated accordingly. The good news is that personal relationships do matter, and the advice to seek out an SA/SM who understands your situation, and in a reasonably convenient location, may well prove fruitful over time. Wishing you the best of luck
Adding my unpopular opinion: If it takes some time, I'd rather wait than have Hermes drastically increase their production to meet demand; I don't think the quality would be as I would wish. In the meantime there are pre-loved (not flipped) and vintage goods available, and some of them have found their way to my closet, to my great delight.