HOW TO BUY Archives

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!

How to Pack a Birkin

How to pack Hermes bags for travel. Shopping abroad is exciting but learning how to bring home your purchases safely is equally important.

PurseBop’s Guide to Entry-Level Bags

Looking for your first designer bag? Jumping into a new brand? PurseBop covers everything about “entry-level” bags to guide your handbag shopping.

Part IV: PurseBop’s Score at Hermès Faubourg Saint- Honoré

AND she scores! PurseBop narrates her experience of purchasing a Birkin from the Hermes mothership in Paris.

Part III ~ Hermès FSH: The Struggle Is Real

PurseBop navigates you through her shopping experiences at Hermès Faubourg Saint- Honoré. This is Part III of the Super Bowl 50 reveal series.

Are you there Hermes? It’s me, PurseBop.

PurseBop takes her maiden voyage to the Hermes mothership. A detailed recount of her experience in Paris.

Hermes Is Your Best Buy In Paris

Prepare to be shocked at the Hermes savings! A case study in exotic Hermes purchased in France.

Hermes Special Order Story from BopTalk Celebrity StylishSheba

Our latest BopTalk Celebrity StylishSheba shares her Hermes Special Order story. Learn about all about the exclusive process and read her choices!

Should a Bag be an “Investment”?

Buying a luxury bag is an expensive endeavor, and sometimes we wonder what we really get out of it. Let’s talk: Should a bag be an “investment”?

The Tale of 5 Hermes Clutches

Your full reference guide to all 5 Hermes Clutches – prices and real life comparisons included from BopTalk Celebrity LeOrangeBliss.

Chapter 1: Hermes Versus Chanel Prices in the US and France

We explore and compare the prices of luxury brands Chanel and Hermes in France versus the US in the continuing #pursebopsinFRANCE shopping adventure series.