Hermes is being sued | Hermes purchase history for Birkin and Kelly bags

Hi there, I'm Eileen. Many of you know my Birkin 25 is my absolute favourite luxury bag. Well it looks like Hermes is being sued in California for coercing their customers to build a purchase history before they can buy a Birkin bag. Here are my thoughts, please share yours xx
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[@madokaor3611]

To be honest I don’t understand why women love Hermes Birkin. It’s not even that pretty paying so much for a bag that seems to look more appropriate for the office IMO. I used to love Chanel and had several Chanel bags including their sunglasses. I guess I was followed and targeted coz burglars broke into my house and took ALL my luxury bags..etc. Since then, I don’t buy much luxury items. Now I’m in my 40s and I no longer lust for these luxury brands but enjoy just buying things with great quality regardless of the brand. I sold most of my old luxury items and am glad I at least got some of my cash back. 😂

[@krychickspp2745]

The issue is 'tied selling,' which is illegal in the US. No seller in the US can say, well, we can't sell you this one item you'd like to purchase until you've bought these four other items you may or may not want. In addition, even if you do buy everything we'd like you to, we may decide NOT to sell you that one item you wanted in the first place. The fact that we all know about the in store purchase history build-up and the 'will they/won't they' consider you worthy enough to wear their admittedly very lovely and well made bags, the Birkin in particular, is evidence of it. It's obvious that's their unstated but heavily implied sales practice. IMHO and under US law, if something is available for sale and I have the money to buy it, assuming there are no other issues, my money is as good as anyone's, that's the law in the US. I can't stand Hermes' sales practices and their frankly snooty attitude regarding their 'quota bags.' It's the primary reason I've never bought anything from Hermes, though I do love their fine jewellery. A lot. 😅 I think it will settle out of court. Hermes doesn't want the US to take any lustre away from their brand.

[@BrusuelasCella]

Loved everything you’ve showed here! I was really surprised about the *preluxs* crossbody. Love it!

[@bendicksonmceachron]

Bags were originally designed to protect the items inside, but now the valuable items are protecting the relatively cheap items inside. This phenomenon is very interesting *condup*

[@savolecrighton]

I know wealthy women who carry replicas. The main reason they give is that they just understand the value of money and don't want to spend too much on bags...especially fashionable bags. However, they do spend a lot of money on fine jewelry and other things. *condup*

[@YochamChai]

These famous brand capitalists take note of people’s comparison mentality. It’s not uncommon for ladies to buy bags easily because they don’t have money to buy them. Only by setting the threshold and having to go through so much hard work to get the bags can people feel valuable. special value. The dopamine threshold of rich people can no longer be satisfied by normal consumption. *condup*

[@McgeachyFlummer]

I don't understand why we can't get a knockoff *condup* . No one is going to walk up to you on the street and check your bag to see if it's genuine.

[@chaiwellness]

Some of your jewelry is actually from the Chaine d'Ancre line, not CDC (which is Collier de Chien). Just clarifying in case others wind up being interested in some of your pieces...because they are truly stunning! You have fabulous taste, Eileen - and truly one of the best curated wardrobes I have ever seen. I'm so tired of seeing influencers do haul after haul...only to sell their items right away. You have truly inspired the way that I shop now :).

[@PentonFeltmann]

Your collection is amazing. Adding a twilly to the saddle looks so good *gtdupe*

[@lolipena8051]

im glad someone sued them. it never occurred to me that what they were doing was tied selling. i thought it was legal practices/policies they had. because how can they be doing something illegal in plain site in the US. i was baffled. also shame on me for not realizing what they are doing is illegal.

[@karadshehhoffenkamp]

Really, let the truth be told, any luxury good to include handags can be found outside of the authentic maker. Who cares what the next person decided to spend their money on, or the next person decided not to spend their money on. Because I see the person in line in front of me carrying a *preluxz* of a style/brand that I love doesn’t stop me from purchasing the authentic bag, if I wanted it.

[@Ada-fk7qp]

A bag is a bag , no one really cares. To be honest in this time and age spending so much time and money trying to get a Hermes quota is bag is not worth it. Plus carrying such a expensive bag is not really viable as you would be constantly worried about being robbed. To be honest, Hermes is just overrated. Brand is just a brand

[@annasilva69]

I totally agree. I have a Birkin but I never use it. These days I sort of feel ashamed...

[@karadshehhoffenkamp]

Thanks for the video. I will say that fakes have been around for yeaaarrrrssss. I think it’s just brought to light now because of social media. I’ve seen LV and Chanel fakes and know how to get them if I wanted (Asian community) since like the 1990s. So it’s nothing new at all. If it seems a lot maybe people are just more aware with educational videos on authentic vs fake versus before. I wouldn’t let fakes and replicas change my mind on purchasing a bag or not. If I like it, I will buy it. And the fakes are never the same as the real ones. If people can’t afford it and are happy with *preluxz* to each their own. My favorite bag is the classic flap. Next is the Kelly, then birkin. I know many Filipino aunties that have replicas to all. And it doesn’t change my mind on them. If you look at the Asian community NEARLY EVERY LUXURY BRAND bag has fakes, including business affinity and trendy

[@12prettythings10]

Part of me agrees with the lawsuit. The lack of a standard and transparent prespend is not ok. We've all heard of women who have spent 50k in one year and never got offered a bag. Or the sa leaves mid year and the customer has to start from scrarch again. Why dont they just say, you need to buy X amount and it has to be from these departments. Lets face it, without the Birkin and Kelly, how much sales would Hermes lose ?

[@lmurph770]

I have bought Hermes in NewYork, LA, and ATL and in ATL there is a lot of SA turnover. I asked if my purchases were consolidated and I was told yes. I would love a Birkin but I find shopping there very tedious and my time is my most precious asset. I actually had to stand in line outside on Rodeo Drive. I think they had closed the store to the public so some VIP could shop. When I think about my priorities, there is always something more important than developing an Hermes buying strategy. Instead, I bought Hermes stock. It has been my most lucrative investment. Hope this lawsuit doesn't affect the stock price, but it will bounce back. Bottom line is that there will always be enough women that want Hermes bags because they are scarce and they are the best made handbags in the world.

[@12prettythings10]

I purchased LVMH stock several years ago(maybe about 7 years ago). That stock is literally like a mutual fund for luxury goods. They own Dior, Louis Vuitton, Givenchr, and about 20-25 other companies! Clearly we think alike! ​@@lmurph770

[@howsheplansit]

Your collection is lovely and you’re lucky you built a relationship with a lovely SA. I still miss my original SA who would bring items in for me and convinced me to start buying Hermes’ silver jewellery when it was still similarly priced to Tiffany’s. She’d also help me choose scarves that went with my jewellery and wardrobe and invited me to the Festival de Metiers when it came to town.

[@natalyazav1842]

So happy to see you elated with your birkin. I personally was saving up for one and my kid (high school graduate) wants to pursue a college degree. So back to square one. I guess it's not my time for one.. yet...lol. enjoy your bags! 🎉

[@GenousWedige]

*condup* The stories behind these luxury goods are just the brand's marketing strategy, and the history and culture are also part of the marketing, in order to deepen consumers' recognition and make them more willing to spend money. Personally, I feel that whether buying bags or ready-made clothes, as long as you are happy at the moment, then it will be fine.

[@natiamosa8798]

Bodkin is iconic , however my favorite is Chanel, Ferragamo and Versace.

[@DianyzJuniior]

I love you so much! I recently just found your kislux and i’m in love!! Your videos are so fun and you energy is just MWAH! keep living your life

[@MinJi_Scarlett]

I would rather have a bespoke leather bag than have to have a name.

[@BrusuelasCella]

Goodnight ,so Wonderfull shopping ,NICE *preluxs* bag ,shoes ,sunglases , have a nice day.

[@GormallyPingel]

As long as it doesn't promote terrorist groups, drug cartels or the mafia...supply and demand! Honestly, *hotdups* are a great product made from great quality materials, in fact I buy them often.

[@Jp22573]

I don’t like the game Hermes plays in order to get a bag. There are other companies that make handmade bags, and they don’t play these stupid games that are a big turnoff!

[@clavier_music618]

High five 🙌 with you on this!!

[@user-cf6vh2gq3w]

Love bbkbags the way you show it! You really focus on showing off the bag. I don't think any other KZbinr can show off bags in as much detail as you.

[@lisac8105]

Excellent love your collection!

[@Serena_9]

As much as I dislike this marketing strategy, but this is how their business strive. We are not force to buy their merchandise!

[@AdrienneMint]

First, you mean thrive, not strive. And second, what Hermes is doing happens to be ILLEGAL.

[@Serena_9]

@@AdrienneMint Thank you for correcting me* However, this kind of business module is widely use with various ultra luxury brands. I wonder if customer would be happier if Hermès get rid of this marketing, but instead jack up the retail price for all. They could double the retail price of the quota bags. Would anyone still want to buy a birkin/kelly outright from the store if it retail from $30k?

[@monalotfy1065]

I think we by being so obsessed with these bags ,have let them to be so snooty..It’s a bag at the end…I would like to have one but if not then so what,,

[@curveappeal8180]

I can’t imagine this lawsuit is going to go anywhere, but if it does, I fear what’s going to happen is the price will get much higher to make up for the “purchase history”

[@anadelwrites2144]

I think these sales tactics are ridiculous. It says the customer has to be part of a special elite club. It is designed to turn away ordinary people who may have saved for years for that one special item and that’s it. Hermes stuff is fabulous but I don’t like contributing to the idea of belonging to a special club. I also have never been a fan of the birkin bag as it’s not a shape I like to wear, but if it was and I had the money ready to purchase it, I wouldn’t anyway. Yes, the handbag will last forever, but it’s not like I can take it with me when I die, I’d be paranoid about having someone steal it from when wearing it. I’d rather have a good quality handbag purchased from less expensive luxury brand, just because its machine stitched doesn’t mean it’s not going to last. The reason Hermes keeps to this manual production is not a quality issue, but an exclusivity issue as there could have trained more artisans to make more bags per year than currently, but they choose not to. Also different markets get different treatment eg US market in camparison to European or Asian. Hermes do everything to keep their branding seen as super elite socially as well as monetarily. This attitude has real put me off buying a scarf I like because I don’t want to contribute to brand snobbery. I also wouldn’t worry about the resale value of your birkin because if they ever switch to machine production, the value of original handmade birkin will go through the roof because of scarcity.

[@malous709]

Thank you for sharing the hermes jewelry. I have the cdc bracelet and a hermes necklace in rose gold and enjoy them immensely. They bring joy to my day. Elegant and understated imo but I prefer it that way. ❤🥰cheers 🎊

[@audreyhuggins8822]

A California lawyer will win that lawsuit against Hermes.

[@user-mp9hv7ft4g]

Yep, ambulance chasers all the way.

[@krychickspp2745]

Agree.

[@audreyhuggins8822]

@@user-mp9hv7ft4g No, attorneys that know fraud and coercion.

[@susangreenler3517]

I am from California, and I'm glad they are addressing this. I bought 3 cashmere shawls/scarves, 4 CDC bracelets, 1 Picotin 22, and Odyssey sandals. I asked to be put on the list for Birkin 30 in black and has been on the list for 3 years now. When I called to ask the status of the waiting list, I was always told there was nothing available. I have since lost interest in Hermes. I feel like I'm begging them to sell me something. Ridiculous and absurd!😡😠 They can keep their Birkins and Kelly's.

[@audreyhuggins8822]

@@susangreenler3517 Join the lawsuit, that is insane and a lie that none are available.

[@BarrsGillmor]

I bought a bag for my best friend before. The details of the *condup* bag are very rich. The replica is very exquisite. The stitching, interface and leather are great. My friend likes it very much.

[@juneysa]

Rolex AD also play the same game.

[@JackerOoi]

If one day you can walk in and buy... Then you will not appreciate it. This is consumer mind. In the market still have 100 different brands doing good bag, why must be Hermes, because you can't get it!

[@CaraherBeed]

Thank you dear for taking us along. Can't wait what the bbkbags queen picked up Fend

[@aniem.856]

I really don't know why in other countries it's so hard to get a quota bag in a Hermes store. I walked into a store, a SA put my wish down and 8 months later I got my dream Kelly back, Retoure, black togo leather, gold hardwear just like yours. I bought stuff from the store. But nothing big like fine jewellery. I don't know why Hermes makes it so hard in other countries... By the way, I love your collection and your videos are always really helpful and entertaining

[@BrusuelasCella]

HEY *preluxs* !! I have been watching you for years and im so proud of where you have made it! I love you so much! Also thanks for making my day.

[@premeyumlife443]

U want the bag then u play the game, same as getting watches and certain cars now. 😅 thanks for sharing my lady. 🙏🏼😘😘😘Sandy

[@MAnitaMaj]

Hi Eileen, Is your Hermès’ SA who you have so nice experience with in the UK store? Is it London boutique?

[@mnicolechic]

It's interesting. People are worried about resell value in regards to the B and K. Even if Hermès made the B and K a bit more accessible, I am not sure resell value will be a huge issue. Let's be honest, most people cannot afford to spend $10k plus on a B or K.

[@deniseb7013]

I have heard of the Hermes SA game idk if it’s true but either way the Hermes bags have never interested me. With that said I much prefer their scarfs.

[@user-gg9xy3pc7d]

Can you please share where your beige flats are from? thank you. Have a nice day

[@beachlover2889]

Who needs a F… Berkin or Kelly when there are many other brands.

[@thequeenofresources]

I do not carry purses. I only carry a wallet!!! And it is all that I need. Smile Keshia

[@RoderickPowell788]

i love you so much! I recently just found your *yutulu* and i’m in love!! Your videos are so fun and you energy is just MWAH! keep living your life

[@shananick1128]

All i can say is i do not like any of the Sales Associate that i met in Hermes. Not just they are not welcoming but some are rude even when i am in there, intend to just get a belt. If they are not interested in selling why open a physical store, then? Yes even if the handbags are limited due to all that is handmade, they can come out with a system to queue. I know queuing is not transparent but at least they can let the customers know how long it would take and is up to the customers to then decide if they want to wait or not. The SA that did not get the commission if just sells the Birkin or Kelly is more like it that they make people buy other stuff first. In my opinion, they deserved to be sued. I did come across the SA that indirectly told me that i need to purchase other stuff first even before i can buy the handbag. I should have hiddenly recorded that and now the person can use that as evidence...lol. Even when one get to buy, they may not get the color that they wanted. This is insane. It has two ways to see it, if they make it so hard to get, it is also giving the opportunity for the secondhand reseller to mark up the prices and make a handsome profit out of it. What makes them think that there are no one buying from the store and reselling it? They settle out of court is just an easy way out and case closed but will never resolve the root of it and the GAME continues.

[@RoderickPowell788]

HEY *yutulu*!! I have been watching you for years and im so proud of where you have made it! I love you so much! Also thanks for making my day

[@christinekellyrose9435]

I have never had the desire to have a Hermès or Channel bag. I'm very happy with my RL bags. High quality minimal logos. 🇺🇸

[@BrigitteDeSotoMenendez]

I really don’t need the resale value to exceed the retail price of a Birkin. I’m definitely not buying anything with the idea that I can make money off it, but because I want it. I still want a handmade Birkin, definitely not a machine made.

[@bendicksonmceachron]

I have the Coach tabby 18 and wow that bag didn't transfer a bit of color, I even wore it in the rain with my dark denim jacket, keep in mind it was absolutely pouring and I put it on underneath my jacket Got wet, that was over 8 months ago, it's very sturdy and over a year it's still looking great, also the same light yellow color so you can easily match it with anything, even a jacket, when you wear It really pops when worn with dark clothes *condup*

[@melloyello5390]

Even if I had the money, I wouldn't be interested. status symbols don't impress me.

[@HeelPower200]

I dislike the business model,though I see the appeal. Delayed gratification in a world of everything being instantly available. I think Ferrari follows a similar business model in the car world. Upper end model have to be by invitation.

[@carolesposto9802]

Eileen I have been enjoying you for a while. You are an intelligent attractive thoughtful woman who has built a classic stylish closet. Personally I don't feel this lawsuit will go anywhere. Carol in San Francisco

[@sophiaelayne9984]

It is astounding to me people are spending 50k only to "maybe" get a Birkin or even wanting a Birkin at this point. I walked in to an LV store yesterday and look at some bags and small leather goods and let me just say such poorly made bags, chains are cheap and plastic... what is happening? I guess I'm asking what does it "mean" to carry these bags that you're willing to be treated so? This is frightening.

[@lola-xv7zd]

The birken is such an unattractive bag. But those Kelly's are so cute 😍

[@beachlover2889]

I rather not buy anything from hermes lol

[@paulgilliland2992]

Sounds like Porsche sales tactics which off course they’d never admit to .

[@McgeachyFlummer]

I bought a LV bag *condup* years ago. I took it to the LV store in my town last week to have it repaired. The store clerk inspected my bag and immediately told me that the bag was of good quality. She pulled a current bag out of inventory and compared the tags and I found zero differences

[@SakTomassi]

Until I see a knockoff *condup* that looks as good as the real thing, it won't bother me, if you want to buy the real thing, then buy it. If not, don't buy it.

[@kaylheecarroll3186]

It doesn't surprise me

[@kimmie1957]

I heard this before..

[@dilekc5697]

They should just have membership fee yearly😂😂😂instead of ppl begging to buy their bag. Wonder how many of those Sales Associates owns a Hermes Bag? They always act like they make millions in commision!

[@PerniciaroBuczkowski]

It's just another way of saying "ghetto" for poor people wearing imitations. BUTTTTT It's a smart investment when rich people do it *condup*

[@lolastar5781]

Why would ppl spend this kind of money on a damn handbag, it’s a bag and you only paying for the name, just put your $ on good Italian leather handbag and stop begging ppl to take your $$$$$$, it’s crazy 🤪

[@karlaschmid8757]

Certainly a first world problem.

[@MilkowskiSalach]

I love kislux that on the butterfly bag it says auguri / tanti auguri which means happy birthday

[@user-xg8gj2ol3s]

Ilia kvalito ne estas malsupera al tiuj grandaj luksaj varoj. La fortikeco kaj atento al detaloj rivalas kun la originalaj dezajnistsakoj kaj mi ne povas kredi kiom mi ?paris. ?i estas la perfekta akcesora?o por iu ajn moda knabino! Mi certas, ke mi rea?etos iujn aliajn stilojn kaj kolorojn ? #mamacoo por kongrui kun miaj vesta?oj kaj ?uoj!

[@beachlover2889]

LV have bad quality!!!!

[@ShamboEverroad]

I love replcas because I really just want the look and not the price tag. But when I wore them, it wasn't worth the money to me, and after a year I stopped wearing them *preluxz* .

[@PentonFeltmann]

so gorgeous color. Love it *gtdupe*

[@InyartGallaga]

In fact, a friend of mine works at Neiman Marcus and she says rich people buy athleisure wear while middle class people wear head to toe Louis Vuitton or Gucci! Rich people wouldn’t do this! *condup* The rich cry, but wealth whispers!

[@savolecrighton]

Everyone will speak for their own interests. Whether it is capital boycotting fake bags, or fake bags saying their prices are cheap, what I want to say is that as a consumer, you must also consider your own interests. *condup*

[@GormallyPingel]

In fact, this is usually not the price for locals... locals usually get more cheap at *hotdups*

[@LeeseShropshire]

Mi neniam estis seniluziigita kun bbkbags bags tote. ?iufoje kiam mi uzas mansakon, mi sentas, ke mi posedas arta?on.

[@GenousWedige]

If you want to match different clothes, you may even need several bags with different styles or colors. You don’t want the bags to not match the clothes you are wearing, right? *condup*

[@YochamChai]

Regardless of social status, buying things that need to be practical is the right answer. Buying something that you can’t bear to use is just a waste of money *condup*

[@ShilkuskiCordrey]

I live in a mid-sized city and someone asks me how I am doing *condup* all the time. It's not annoying but I'm always surprised when they ask

[@GussIrzyk]

I was simply conquered by the leather of this bag! It's so soft that I don't even want to let go, and it's super cost-effective. eastlisa saved me money