10 things NOT to do on your Hermès journey ❌

In this video, I share 10 things NOT to do if you're on your Hermes journey. I go in-depth and include tips from my personal experiences. Hope you find it helpful! As always, thanks so much for watching! xx

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0:00 Intro & background info
1:06 Don't get sucked into the hype
4:08 Don't buy stuff you don't want
8:52 Don't be afraid to ask
10:27 Don't be afraid to say "no"
16:23 Don't hesitate to change your mind
20:14 Don't be fake
22:42 Don't be rude
25:25 Don't ask multiple SAs
26:52 Don't be intimidated
29:32 Closing

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[hellocatwalkcity]

This video is for those of you who may be interested in Hermès or interested in a particular item from Hermès and you’re unsure of how to go about the process. I share 10 tips and sprinkle in personal stories from my shopping experiences. Hope you find it helpful! xx

[womanscents]

I really listened to what you had to say. Twice. My experience in a New York boutique was strange. I did feel like the SA was trying feel me out to see what I was able to afford. I paid for my items which were home items that I do like, but when my email popped up, the SA could see what Feild I work in bc my handle was telling of my title. However, there is also a “higher” title within my field and this is what the person assumed was my profession, and then proceeded to ask how long was this higher title. I politely and happily explained the difference between my title and how the higher title should be spelled, which was a few letters away from mine. The SA responded with “Ohhhh, and just looked down”. I instantly felt I will never be offered a bag despite my love for the brand. I have purchased a few lower priced fine jewelry, a few RTW, many home wear items, silks, shoes, belts, but I have sensed the unwillingness to help me acquire items in recent months by receiving the response that I should look online. The SA does love my pet and even saved the photo of my pet as my ID contact info. So, I don’t know what to make of it. But i am very perceptive and I feel badly about how the relationship seems to have changed. For reference, it took me 7 months to go from email to directly receiving the phone to directly text this SA. Just wonder how this comes across to you?

[MadamMMStyleIcon]

I really love listening to your voice. Very calming. Thanks for sharing this informative video. Love your gold collection. 🤎🤎🤎

[marinabrennan]

I totally agree. I had a chance to buy Picotin 18 twice and both times I was not sure I loved it enough, so I let it go. Even though right now it’s a coveted bag and I hear the stock in the US is low. I have not been offered a quota bag yet, but I discussed my wishes with my SA extensively.
And a month ago i had a surprising discovery that a 24/24 bag in size 29 and gold color was the one I fell in love with. It was never on my radar and it is pretty rare on the resale market. But an SA showed it to me in the Vegas boutique in a private room. I fell in love but for the price, I had to think a bit. And the SA encouraged me to give it a thought and only buy it if I love it. So I did, and it’s a gem in my collection because of how it’s made, how it feels, how practical and under the radar it is.
Hermes does not give customers many chances to see, try and feel the bags. It has to do with a low stock and the customer selection process. My SA in the local boutique told me they only received 5 24/24 bags since 2018 total. And some of them were in size 35, which is pretty big and lacks a shoulder strap. So previewing these items to decide what you want is tough at Hermes.
I also agree with the statement that you need to buy what you love. Hermes has an extensive collection of home goods, clothes, jewelry, shoes, watches, and equestrian goods that together present opportunities to find what you love.

[BureauKat]

You make such excellent points, particularly about it being about our money and we decide how to spend it and not accepting what we don't really want. It's insane the stories that go around YouTube about how to score a Birkin.

[kathleencampisano]

I just learned never to be hesitant about asking. I walked into a Hermes store in New Jersey for the first time ever and inquired about a mini Evelyne. She asked what colors I was interested in and put me on a list .Two weeks later she called and told me that one of the colors just arrived in the store! I am now a happy camper.

[maybeido]

I feel like I would turn down the color or type that I am not looking for. Why waste money on something that's not what you're looking for? That's like settling for less and spending a lot of money on it. I'm someone very specific. If I cant get the exact same thing I am looking for, I don't spend.

[fr]

All good advise as always! Loving the notebook cover, already looking it up online. I love writing things down too 🙋🏻‍♀️

[ilariama]

Loved this video! I started shopping at Hermes last year and I have had 3 SAs help me depending on who is available on a given day, they were all lovely. I bought a ring and a scarf I had wanted for a long time and 2 months later I was offered a bag in the exact combination I had wished for. I can't fault the experience and I wasn't sure I really wanted a Birkin until I saw it, they let me take all the time I needed and even suggested I'd go for lunch and think about it before purchasing.

[HelloLuxe]

First!!! I would say the biggest thing for me is not to buy something just for the sake of buying it or buying an item in subpar condition just because you’ve been looking for it for awhile. These tips are great for any brand! (It was so tempting to buy any classic flap considering the shortage but I knew I couldn’t settle for another color or perhaps crooked flaps!)

[michigancane]

that's great to hear everyone talks about how awful their customer service is, but they looked out for you, it's nice to hear

[mrsleyva]

Thank you for sharing all these tips. All so helpful and I agree with each & every one of them. 💗

[Palomechi]

Thank you so much. As always, quite interesting and instructive video. It is true that, sometimes, when you are trying to level up your self, for example, investing in a luxury bag, brands as Hermes, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, etc… intimidate a little bit and insecure thoughts make us demonstrate an “artificial” behavior. I think being natural and kind is the key, so I absolutely agree with all your suggestions. Hugs from Madrid (Spain) 🥰😘

[susanm]

People think these bags are so rare
THEY ARE NOT. So many on the resale market it makes your head

[elinalall]

Love your tips/advice, very down to earth. I also loved hearing about your experience with Hermes so far. Thanks for sharing ❤️

[Satine_Moisant]

Well done! When I was in Paris so long ago, I didn't go into Hermes because I didn't feel 'good enough'. Wish I'd seen your video way back then before I went to Paris. :(

[ANNA-cfvr]

I have every intention of buying a jumbo bracelet and a scarf this year and while I would love a Kelly eventually, I know I'll never spend a certain way to force my way into a bag. My plan is to just pick up things I know I'll use often, let them know I want a Kelly when I'm ready, and if it happens it happens!

[thalia]

Really enjoyed the video 💗! Gold is not my personal favorite color from Hermès (from the neutral colors, it's Gris Étain and Craie / Nata, the other colors... oh boy don't get me started 😂! They have such wonderful pinks and reds, love them 😍!), but glad you got exactly the bags and items you wanted 😊! 💞

[bondingpan]

Good point, , , being resilient will take you on a better side .

[justalittleluxe]

Great video. Thank you. I think the key points here are to not be intimidated and to be yourself. Easier said than done for some but this is something that I have always done and will always do. I have had my fair share of SA’s that haven’t been helpful and have made me feel a certain way and I have always just found someone else.

Although I recently had a shocking experience with Chanel which I will be sharing in a video soon as I think it’s important to share these experiences so when it does happen you don’t feel like it only happens to you right.