HOW TO BUY Archives

Hermès Sale San Francisco Summer 2017

The Hermes San Francisco location will have a moving sale this summer. Read all the details including dates, times and location.

Birkin Bait: The Stuff We Buy to Hook a Birkin

@StylishSheba explains what it means to “play the Hermes game”. What exactly do you need to buy to hook a Birkin?

Color Snob

Explore handbag colors and what each one signifies. What color we choose is a form of non-verbal communication and can change how people perceive you.

Part 6: PurseBop’s Special Order Birkin Reveal

PurseBop reveals her Special Order Birkin in this final chapter of a 6 part SO series. Article includes many closeup pictures the conclusion of the story.

Part Four: Couples That Special Order Together Stay Together

Pursebop continues the reveal of her Hermès Special Order handbag in this lively detailed step by step narrative. Part four of the Special Order series.

Part Three: PurseBop Gets The Call

PurseBop shares her Special Order story first hand in an extensive step by step narrative. Part three of PurseBop’s Special Order series.

Marching Bags

If one were to carry a handbag to a march or protest, what would it be? Writer Maura Carlin takes a light hearted look at the need for transparency in bags.

Hermes Special Orders: The Exclusive Horseshoe Club

PurseBop gives you an in depth report on the exclusive Hermes Special Orders. Report includes testimonials and pictures from leading Hermes afcianados.

Is That Birkin Real? eBay Launches Authentication Program

eBay is launching a program called eBay Authenticate which is intended to provide an additional level of security and trust for high-dollar transactions.

Hermes Bag Size Encyclopedia

HERMES SIZE ENCYCLOPEDIA: Get information about Hermes Bag Sizes in one convenient place!

To Gold or Silver… That is the Question?

BopTalk Celebrity @kugzz shares her philosophy on silver versus gold hardware. Find out if you’re on “Team Glam” or “Team Lux” or “Team Glam Lux”.

Spotlight on our Perfect Minimalistic Neutralista

BopTalk Celebrity @kugzz is a resident handbag expert. Review her contributions in anticipation for her new, upcoming feature.

Hermes Winter Sale

Detailed coverage of the Hermes Sale in Paris. First hand advice from PurseBop on ‘what to do’ to maximize your experience.

The Best of PurseBop 2016 – Part 2

Let’s celebrate an incredible year at PurseBop! Check out “The Best of PurseBop 2016” highlight reel to explore top posts from the past year.

The Best of PurseBop 2016 – Part 1

Let’s celebrate an incredible year at PurseBop! Check out “The Best of PurseBop 2016” highlight reel to explore top posts from the past year.

Q/A Related to European Shopping and Travel

Ready for a PurseBop Q&A? As of late, many members of our community have asked excellent questions. Today, I’m sharing my detailed replies!

Card Holders Are Our New Favorite Obsession

Who can resist small leather goods?! Card holders can be extremely useful accessories. Check out great card holders from over 10 designer brands!

New App Calculates the Resale Value of Designer Handbags

The Vestiaire Collective has a launched a new app to help you figure out the price of designer goods on the second-hand market. Find out how it works!

Hermes Bulletin Board #6

PurseBop keeps you up-to-date with the latest happenings in the Hermes world with an extensive Hermes News Bulletin!

How to Buy a Birkin at Hermès Faubourg Saint- Honoré

Hermes Paris has a new system to purchase leather goods. We share this in a step by step video – how to score a birkin in Paris.

New System in Paris to Buy a Birkin

Detailed advice and a step by step description of the new process implemented at Hermès Faubourg Saint-Honoré to buy leather handbags like birkins & kellys.

The Chanel Poll – Tell Us Your Favorites!

Now that you’re a CC expert from Chanel 101, PurseBop wants to know what YOU think about Chanel. Share your CC preferences and favorites in this poll!

10 Useful Tips for Buying Pre-Owned Bags

Navigate the secondhand bag market with PurseBop’s 10 Useful Tips for Buying Pre-Owned Bags!

Hermes Pricing: Buy One Bag, Get one Free?

How much did PurseBop save on her newest Hermes handbags? Read the full handbag math for Miss Caroline and Miss MVP in today’s post. The deals are too good to be true!