UPDATED: HOW TO GET a BIRKIN or KELLY in PARIS *system at all 3 stores*

[@MelinMelbourne]

Hi my #faMELy ❤️ Thumbs up 👍🏻 this video once you read this comment. I hope you find this video helpful! I know it’s long but I wanted to be as informative as possible to help anyone of you travelling to Paris in hopes of getting your dream bag. Thank you for your patience and pls comment below name suggestions for my new cutie! You guys are seriously the best at it! If you have any other questions pls ask as well, I’ll try my best to answer xo Mel ❤️

[@alannahnedanovski1820]

Mel in Melbourne awww I’m so happy for you!! The bag is absolutely gorgeous and not to mention adorable 😍 I was thinking maybe you could name her Paris 💖also that teaser at the beginning of the video about being very close to hitting 200k just gave me a boost of excitement!!! I can’t wait till you hit 200k cause you 100% deserve it and I am going to be such a proud subscriber of yours!! That nano speedy is coming very soon and it getting me nervous but excited at the same time!! Loved this video Mel like every other one xx can’t wait for the next one x

[@Eve_Edwardsshaver]

Mel in Melbourne if they have the product in the back why wouldn’t they just sell it? Is it really depending on who your are , why. Bother and that’s why I won’t buy :(

[@jacccccccc.]

Hi Mel , did you purchase any other items such as shoes, scarf etc before the SA show you the bag? Appreciate if you could answer this, as I’m going to Paris soon, need to estimate the cash in hand for BKC . Thank you so much

[@lesliecraven3087]

Mel in Melbourne your new bags name is sweetie

[@alyssadestiny5752]

@@Eve_Edwardsshaver Paris store try to keep a reputation of the brand, they don't sell to people in flip flops or almost naked in the store. It's not LV. It doesn't mean is better than LV but they try to keep an etiquette like when you go to Hotel of Paris in Monaco nobody can wear sneakers. Very old rules. Women need to wear high heels, many change the shoes before entering the hotel and we are in 2020 for them to have a guy looking up and down peeps and not letting them inside of the hotel.

[@meghan4549]

I'm really glad you acknowledge how crazy this is and how there is so much more to Paris. I love Paris, but I don't know if I'll ever go to the Hermes store. I admit I'm tempted. I love the Kelly, but I hate how they create this mystery and fake hype to increase the value and prestige. They just make people feel terrible so that they increase that desperation. Thanks for the information.

[@jennifert5212]

my jaw DROPPED at that reveal!! the cutest colour in the cutest size 🥺💕

[@ayeshafarooqwadiwala]

Couldn't have said it better. Love it 💗💗💗💗

[@MelinMelbourne]

Thank you so much Jennifer xo

[@eliasenderlein9628]

As a French citizen with a French Passport and a French number I get an appointment almost every time (with before, no purchase history and I am still trying to get a Birkin in my specificiations, having rejected a few very politely) ! So if you have French friend (better if you actually speak French so that they don’t think you are a reseller) bring him/her. I just feel like they are so much more nice and it almost feels like a normal store/ shopping experience but with more stock 😝

[@MelinMelbourne]

Yes I totally forgot to mention this is my video too! I definitely agree if you have a French friend this helps so much. One of my other friends actually speaks French and yes she also got offered a bag. Thank you for sharing this with everyone :)

[@mamaandharry4573]

Mel in Melbourne this is useful information. However if the appointment is booked with a French passport, is it possible to apply for tax free using another passport?

[@taejae4272]

What if I'm not french, but can speak French? lol

[@islandgirl8740]

Okay, so I've never been crazy about the Hermes Kelly or Birkin...until this particular bag. The size and color are perfection. Congrats Mel! Enjoy in good health.

[@sylly654]

Islandgirl8 you took the words right out of my mouth! My feelings exactly!

[@MelinMelbourne]

Thank you sooo much lovely!! xo

[@est0806]

I love how you said going to Paris is so much more than getting a bag, well said！But I'll still try, haha.

[@MelinMelbourne]

Definitely no harm trying but yes soooo much yummy food in Paris and gorgeous sights as well! :)

[@comfynlux5695]

The more I hear the stories about how to get a Hermes I’ve changed my mind about them. Who wants a bag you have to be fake to get. The brand seems to judge. Who cares

[@rainaalcayde8658]

Updated Hermes Bag Collection plssss Mel❤️❤️💕

[@Skyebright1]

raina alcayde yes please ;)

[@brethrenastrologio5546]

Oh yes! Pleaaaase!

[@KSlivinghappy]

Love the expressions of a handbag lover - “This is pink sakura, what can I do?” Kelly is #1

[@ronjakh]

This system and the game of Hermes is how they keep their bags exclusive, high value and luxury. If everyone can get whatever they want, you devalue the brand 🙂 Making it this hard, you will also ensure that the ones who really worship the brand and the bags end up with one. Also in Europe we very much appreciate people calling to let us know if they won’t be able to make an appointment. It’s just respectful of people and their time

[@julzs7493]

I agree with your sentiment about appointment cancellation. Not only more thoughtful but also one person could have been given that appointment that otherwise might have been rejected

[@tracysyt]

The bag is gorgeous! The colour is so pretty, Sakura🌸

[@MelinMelbourne]

Thank you so much Tracy xx

[@aliciakee3151]

The twilly matches so so well with the rose sakura shade !! Such a beautiful pink aww I'm so happy for you Mel ❤️

[@vincentlee4016]

You are truly the most luckiest and fortunte and most wealthiest women when it comes to buying luxury brand items. I enjoy watching your vlogs and videos

[@angela_petta6653]

I went on a deep dive last winter in preparation for my trip to Paris in June. I devoured your paris Haul videos and How to Score a Birkin or Kelly videos and I just want to thank you. Without purchase history, and without being able to land an appointment, I was able to charm my way into an appointment (luckily my husband speaks French) so on my second try I scored my Dream Bag! It is a Birkin 30, in Epsom leather, in the colour Rouge Cassaque, with Gold Hardware!! I am over the moon in love with it. Thank you for all your tips and hints. Best wishes for a happy, abundant 2020!

[@lindsey.pawlos]

This Kelly is gorgeous Mel!!😍 I’m so happy you did this video and a step by step process on how the appointment system works. Hopefully one day I’ll be able to afford my dream bag😍

[@ivzaragoza]

oh my God!!! That’s my favorite bag of yours!!!! 😍 That’s my dream bag!

[@1418manon]

Hi Mel ! I am a parisian girl and even for us it is sooo complicated to score a bag... But I made it ! It's very interesting to learn more about the Hermes system so thank you

[@katkafantaris4868]

WOW what a stunning colour! Never been a huge fan of pink but love this colour in the Kelly. Congrats on the find Mel. Have a Merry Christmas 💕💕

[@user-mp9tu6cp7d]

Congratulations Mel! It's a beautiful bag. I am 0/11 in attempting to obtain an appointment at FSH (that includes my husband) over the past three years. I have a buying history in the US and in Paris. But no appointment.

[@christinec.8719]

Aaaahhh, the perfect pink on the perfect bag!!! Congratulations Mel!!!👏🏼🎉🥂

[@MelinMelbourne]

thank you lovely xo

[@zmr2033]

Such an amazingly informative video as always Mel! Thanks so much for all the updates! Congratulations on your beautiful Kelly xx

[@itsjpanda77]

Wow. Thanks for the tip! I’m going to Paris in November and was thinking I could just walk in the FSH store without an appointment to check out the Hermes brand. Thanks for the heads up!

[@MG19464]

Hermes is playing hard to get

[@domino2367]

‘Miss Sakuri’ is definitely GORGEOUS 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼. Love 💓 this video and absolutely useful! 💋👍🏼💋👍🏼💋😉. Thanks 😊 a million Dear Mel, to share all of this tips and tricks for the FSH store 🏬 and for Birkins and Kellys Hermès bags 💼! 👍🏼💋😘😉💖😉😘💋👍🏼

[@tracynguyen8065]

Where do you buy the little thing to put inside the bag , make the bag not dirty

[@jacquelineamom9517]

It is very informative hearing your illustrations as always. Great bag and very sweet/honest smiles I can see on your face. Happy for you!

[@isybellawu]

Another rose sakura, wooo! Love your hermes storytimes, Mel and congrats on the new bag!

[@MelinMelbourne]

Thank you so much! Yes i'm definitely a pink lover haha x

[@ji1160]

me watching this as a uni student just for the ride because i can’t afford a birkin but it is so fun vicariously living through you 😂❤️

[@Ramtekji]

Omg I actually gasped when you revealed your bag. I’m so happy that you scored that lovely bag 😊 I would love if you could share some tips regarding how should one ask for a B/K if their husband or SO gets the appointment at Hermes FSH? My hubby & I are planning to go in May next year and I’d love some tips on how men can try getting a bag for their spouse? Should I go with him? Any info you can share , I’d be so grateful 🥰

[@MelinMelbourne]

Thank you so much lovely! Basically both of you should apply on the online system to double your chances of hopefully getting an appointment at FSH. Honestly it's hard to say. In 2017 my husband and I went separately and he scored a Kelly and I didn't. This time I went myself and he joined me later and I scored this bag. In general people say guys can have more luck but with so many resellers in Paris right now, sometimes its better to go as a couple so they don't think you are resellers. If you have time, try all 3 stores. Try alone and together and see how you go, but I do think it still boils down to how you connect with your SA. I hope that helps :)

[@Ramtekji]

Mel in Melbourne thank you so much, Mel. You are so sweet to take the time to respond :). I’ll be sure to go to all 3 stores & try my luck. ❤️

[@ginasantos1219]

27:50 That bag is gorgeous! The size is perfect and the shade of pink is perfect! I only wear yellow gold jewelry. However, I would buy that bag in a heartbeat to then get matching jewelry with it. Lol

[@user-og2kx2re8h]

Yay! Another vid! 🥳 i hope you upload more often plssssssss 🤗 💗 from 🇵🇭

[@brethrenastrologio5546]

Hello Erica! Sobrang nakaka amazed diba. HEHE

[@amfar8415]

That is the most beautiful color. If you were to buy an exotic in the future, what color, leather, and style(birkin, kelly, or constance) would you want? I would love to purchase a Kelly in croc bleu electric. It's just stunning! I saw an unboxing in another channel and my jaw dropped. Thank you for sharing your tips and tricks. I do not own any. If i were to puchase I would try my luck in Paris before anywhere else.

[@Skyebright1]

Alexa yeah Jaime Xie has a croc Bleu electric Birkin ;)

[@tawannaanderson7299]

Love the Twilly. Thanks again for sharing your thoughts and story ❤️♥️♥️ with us.

[@anaisy6949]

Omg I screamed "ROSE SAKURAAA" right when I saw the bag!!! Congratulations Mel 😍🤗

[@MelinMelbourne]

hehe thank you so much sweetie! My fave fave Hermes pink xo

[@smallfrogscorner9983]

AMAZING bag Mel! Congratulations 🎉❣️

[@xXIsoterXx]

I've been waiting for this reveal! The colour is beautiful and I think perfectly suited for the small size. Love it!

[@MelinMelbourne]

Thank you so much lovely xo

[@Diamondbeach]

Congrats Mel. Ur so lucky scoring these bags. I hope when I go I get one. 🤞

[@rheadj]

It’s sooooo pretty! Do you have a what fits in my Kelly 25 bag video? 💕💕💕💕

[@cholingvillamar3557]

Beautiful bag! Video was very informative. Thank you Mel. I love watching your videos!

[@jobv1413]

Oh Mel, I’ve watched quite a few of your unboxings and your excitement is always as contagious as the flu virus. Love love love.... Sakura pink is sooo you. Haaaay..... how I wish.... but your journeys in getting those weren’t always easy. I’m not emotionally prepared for such a heartbreak. ♥️♥️♥️

[@teritheeninja]

Thank you Mel for your code! I just ordered an insert for my K28 and my Evelyne TPM!! I wish 7RP made inserts for Lindy, I just got a mini Lindy!

[@lindagarrido4353]

I just got back from Paris yesterday and was able - at the height of the Christmas season - to get a quick appointment (took 1/2 hour) on a Sunday at the Sevres store (I bought an Evelyn 29). I couldn't believe how easy it was. Maybe I was lucky, or I acted dumb so they felt pity on me :). I also have a cousin who lives in Paris and works at LV so she's familiar with the whole Hermes system. She told me that unless I wanted to buy a Kelly or a Birkin, I shouldn't waste my time trying to get an appointment at FSH because the resellers are gaming the online system. Anyway, I'm just so happy I was able to score my bag without really trying too hard.

[@wakeup7874]

Linda Garrido wow you guys are so successful how fortunate I can barely buy food

[@jr5250]

Hi Linda. I'm going in April and I want the same bag. Did they have many different colors? Did the SA say the Evelyne is hard to get? Thanks.

[@lindagarrido4353]

@@jr5250 I was only looking for the black, so I didn't ask for any other color (they're not on display). As for being hard to get, I don't think the Evelyn is that hard to get, but surprisingly the black is not as common as the tan or the other colors.

[@eugenieschannel9427]

Hi Mel💐 the Bag is gorgeous and I really like it! Thanks for the Tips it Helps a lot by the way Godbless in your channel 🙏😘

[@mariaq8435]

🙋Hi Mel, omg!! Stunning stunning Kelly, love the pink shade💗💗💗

[@rainaalcayde8658]

Ohhh myyyy😍😍😍 The bag is sooo beautiful.❤️❤️❤️

[@crimsonpride48]

They went to the appointment and interview process to try to screen out people who resale their bags, and yes they always have a certain number of stock but they only sell them to who they want to. Hermes bags are basically all hand made so no mass production going on plus their quality and control is second to none and that's why their so limited in stock. Took me three months to get my girlfriend ( girlfriend then ) at the time wife now her first Hermes Birkin.

[@myperfectcookie5309]

Thank you Mel. Things have changed so much in the last 3 or 4 years. It's crazy.

[@debhartz2397]

I can’t believe the price for the bag was so reasonable. Why is a pre loved on eBay twice as much for the same bag?? Is Europe so much less than the USA ?

[@timeandphoenix7970]

Thanks for sharing all this information as always Mel, it's incredibly helpful! Does anyone know if leather wallets and accessories (such as bracelets) also fall under these appointment systems?

[@KarenJones-yk1xj]

This is your most informative video to date. Love the size and color of your new bag.👏🏽

[@SweetSimpleSmile]

Oh my gosh, your K25 is super gorgeous!!😍 I enjoyed hearing about your whole story as I'm looking forward to my birthday trip to Paris in May! Enjoy your new babies!!💕

[@partyslothpuppy]

NO WAY!!! THIS BAG IS SO SO PERFECT. I freaking love the sakura pink. This is perfect in every way. I love love love love it! Thank you for sharing, can't wait to see more.

[@karenzamora7676]

In love with the bag. Great addition to your growing collection 😍😊

[@summal9885]

Can you educate about sellier vs retorne how the bag in the same size looks bigger in what style. Also an education in exotic retail pricing. Birkin touch vs ostrich vs alligator vs croc. Love hugs and good wishes xoxoxo xoxoxo

[@MelinMelbourne]

Hi Lisa, I definitely can do a comparison in the near future regarding the Kelly sellier vs retourne. However in terms of exotic pricing as I do not own any exotics (maybe one day? hehe) I'm not sure on the pricing details either. xo

[@grace010ful]

Jamie Chua has a Rose Sakura Birkin 25 in swift leather.

[@Roz-qo2ll]

Very enjoyable to watch your video and very helpful information. Both bags are beautiful. Which size Kelly is your favorite and most used? Do you prefer the retourne or Sellier, 25 or 28? Thanks

[@mindbodysoul8214]

Beautiful bag Mel and wonderful story behind it. This is an Awesome bag on your trip From France. Enjoy hun!💕

[@nee5hap]

great video mel. this is exactly why I buy my B/ K/ C in Asia where I live. Its so much more expensive but the Paris experience is a nightmare. Its honestly the most expensive bags you buy under the absolute worst conditions (customer service, stress, rejection, disappointment etc). Id rather save up, spend that 20% extra having a glass of champagne with my favourite SAs back home rather than deal with Paris's crap system. So sad because we've all had such amazing FSH experiences in 2016-17-18.

[@teapotbear4308]

Always love the tips on your vids mel. Would love to own any hermes bag one day! Thanks for sharing how to wit us ❤

[@eveyluvvs]

I love your "storytimes", Mel! Haha Your new Kelly is super cute!! Congrats!!

[@MelinMelbourne]

Thank you so much darls! I know it was pretty long haha but I had to tell my fam bam ALL the details hehe Thank you for watching xo

[@wizatuazon5427]

Color is cutie. Thanks learned so much with the appointment system

[@ahsheyeah]

I dont think i could ever own a hermes bag, im happy for you. Just watching this vid seeing how happy you are makes me happy too 😊

[@jco0911]

I think this is one of my most favorite color, size and style that you have in your collection. It’s beautiful! 💕

[@MelinMelbourne]

Thank you so much! xx

[@littlejennytr]

Hi Mel! another great video👍 Merry Christmas 🎄 💝

[@littlejennytr]

the bag is the dream 😻😻😻🎉🎉🎉 congratulations Mel

[@shirleygahon8827]

Hi Mel! Just would like you to know you inspires me.. watching ur videos makes me dream.. god bless you Much love from the Philippines ❤️❤️❤️

[@asilynnenterprisesllc4962]

You were right, dress the part, not over doing it, but be sure to wear simple elegant classic pieces. They are trained to identify certain iconic signs.

[@sandravera7875]

Mel the bag is GORGEOUS! Congrats!🍾

[@silver_tears9225]

Ohhh my goshhhh, Rose Sakura! WOWWWW! Good for you Mel! I’ve always LOOOOVED UR VLOGS , and especially ur UNBOXINGssss! 💘👌🏼🥰❤️

[@MelinMelbourne]

Awww thank you so much Naomi, so happy you enjoyed the vlogs too xo

[@silver_tears9225]

Mel in Melbourne ...much love to ur daughter and more power to your channel 🥰🥰🥰

[@dineshalove2902]

Absolutely stunning 👜. Have fun Mel 😍😍😍😍😍

[@brigittehaf1]

For me it 's the best cute Hermes bag you have . I love it. Thanks for all the explanation. Have a nice day

[@LikeaBirdontheWire]

OMg Kelly Pochette in Rose Pourpre, Kelly mini in Rose extreme, Birkin 25 in Magnolia, Constance in Rose Sakura, and finally Kelly 25 in Rose Sakura! Mel, U seriously are obsessed in pink! 😂😂 And so do I! 😂😂

[@MelinMelbourne]

Sweetie you know my collection too well!!! Hehe yup totally a pink girl here 💗

[@bennychen7433]

The easiest way to get a Birkin bag etc is to spend 50k (Euros) in jewelry on the same day and then ask for a bag. Works every single time.

[@myluxtherapy]

Absolutely love your rose Sakura kelly ! Congrats 🎉🎈🍾 it matches so well with your outfit and even your lip colour 💕

[@paveenachan4912]

thank you so much for sharing in details! The bag is TO DIE FOR!! I love Rose Sakura!

[@MelinMelbourne]

My pleasure! Thank you for watching! xo

[@lilyann168]

I really enjoy these videos. I've never seen anything Hermes in person, so it's interesting to see these items as closely as you can show them in these videos.

[@lorenrae2023]

So informative! I love when you give so many details! 😍

[@MelinMelbourne]

Thank you so much Loren, I wanted it o be as helpful as possible so I'm glad you found it informative! :) x

[@premeyumlife443]

Very very informative my lady n happy happy holidays! ✨🎄✨😘😘😘Sandy

[@josolynchan2502]

This bag is so beautiful!!!! It's my dream bag 😍 congratulations!!!!!

[@nellkirby3132]

Hi Mel, I love your new Kelly and the perfect name for her, of course, is ROSIE! I was in Paris in November and stood in line outside the Sevres store and did receive 4 appointments. I was offered the octogan bag, a Kelly back pack and a gorgeous navy Constance as well as a Kelly pochet.( of course I had made a few purchases) However, I scored a perfect Birkin at the Faubourg store and I only got appointments after an SA from whom I bought several things arranged an appointment at 2 different times. i had no luck with the on line appointment system even though I tried 7 times. I love your presentations and I really appreciate all the info you share. I'm going back to Paris in May and hopefully I will also be lucky and get a Kelly. Lots of love from Naomi in Toronto, Canada.

[@brigittebazel2754]

Congratulations on you new beautiful Kelly. That's my absolute favorite color! Enjoy it!

[@arjelbrianagustin4482]

Question: How did you transport your Kellies from Prague and Paris to Melbourne?

[@MeticulousShopper]

Are you doing anything to protect it from color transfer?

[@cathylam344]

Thank you Mel for sharing your buying experience 😊, the pink Sakura Kelly is beautiful! I m 5’3” , what do you think 25 or 28 looks better on me?

[@brethrenastrologio5546]

Finally! I've been waiting for this.

[@KB-ge2ms]

Congratulations on another beautiful score! Can you do a what's in your bag with the new Kelly 25 in the Swift leather and I'm trying to decide if I will be getting a Kelly 25 in retourne or should I go for the 28 which I already own. I am just afraid the Kelly 25 won't fit what I need (iphone pro mainly) as I have gotten one in epsom and it was too tight. Thank you.

[@esmeraldatusha6110]

Beautiful bag Mel!! Is there any website or info on whete to find all models and colors of hermes bags??

[@joliez6147]

Congratulations to you this Sakura is beautiful! So happy for you

[@adamging]

Mel love your videos always so entertaining and infomative! Just a quick question... if purchasing SLGs do I need to make an appointment? First time heading to Paris...

[@ekaterinaparkhomenko7381]

Wow Mel what a beautiful color!!!! Thanks for an update, lovely lady )

[@philliegeronimo9069]

Thank you so much for sharing, Mel. You're so thoughtful detailing your experiences. Much learning.

[@arabela411]

Wow love the rose sakura hermes bag so cute and gorgeous love it Mel!😍😍😍😘😘😘❤❤❤👜

[@rosersara6211]

wow this Bag knocks me out 🤩! in green it was also beautiful, but rosa sakura !!!! 😍

[@cogaz]

Congrats. Love this video. Mel what was the VAT on this?

[@christinechua3887]

The color n size are so so perfect 😍😍😍😍 congratulations Mel 🎊

[@MelinMelbourne]

Thanks Christine x

[@mayleyva5270]

Just watching your videos I think I am also a Kelly girl! (even though I dont own any Hermes) 😊😊 Loved this video with all the details & information. Thank you so much for taking the time to do it! & That Kelly 25 is stunning. Goes perfectly w the dress you are wearing! 💕

[@birkindream5435]

Congratulations on getting your beautiful, little pink bag. It looks great on you and I love that dress by the way.

[@Peacht.official]

I love pink too! so gorgeous. Hi frm Bris-Vegas☺️ I came across your video in late 2019, now a subscriber. Thank you so much for the informative video.

[@huckleberrybear8100]

Omg!!! Kelly 25 in Sakura!!! 🤩🤩🤩🤩 I love ur story Mel!!! It’s like a fairy tale, so magical...congrats again and thanks for the updates

[@deannaguenette4071]

Mel I love it!! It’s gorgeous, it suits you so well 😍

[@nureliyanamohammad5941]

I love how u elaborate ur experience!