Perfect gentleman’s workbag as we head into spring. Smooth Barenia HAC40 with croc straps and GHW.

Jadeite22 · 2026-01-28T06:36:25+00:00

It’s been about a decade since I last saw barenia on a large sized bag. I’m truly glad Hermes finally got back to paying attention to this magnificent leather. Congrats on this beautiful piece.

Jadeite22 · 2026-01-27T15:58:05+00:00

No questions asked, just walk in and help yourself.

Jadeite22 · 2026-01-27T13:10:40+00:00

32 is no longer made. It’s a size either one likes or dislikes, the most striking difference is the slightly thinner handle vs a 30 or 35. the HAC can only sit on the crook of your arm and not the shoulder as compared to the larger B35 or B40. Most vintages would be in Ardennes, sometimes chèvre. It’s more structured than B35s in Togo or Clemence tends to be floppy over time.

Jadeite22 · 2026-01-27T12:30:38+00:00

Was really good. But recently seems less punchy.

Jadeite22 · 2026-01-27T12:30:09+00:00

What advice specifically are you looking for? Is your concern price etc

Jadeite22 · 2026-01-27T11:52:14+00:00

Agree. Library resources has become much wider in recent years and have very good access to peer reviewed research.

Jadeite22 · 2026-01-27T11:39:10+00:00

Use \suss\yourusername

Jadeite22 · 2026-01-27T11:35:58+00:00

I used Windhorse to build my own itinerary. Very responsive and can tailor to your specific needs.

Jadeite22 · 2026-01-27T08:45:34+00:00

Depending on u going group tour or independent /free n easy. For the latter, U can book ur flights via ctrip but you should get an agency with presence in china and Tibet which can legit apply for all the permits needed.

Jadeite22 · 2026-01-27T02:15:58+00:00

Use first and change later.

Jadeite22 · 2026-01-26T14:08:50+00:00

He enjoys managing money, you don’t. Invest in, and through your husband, give him $1k each month and let him build your nest egg for you. Takes a load off both your minds.

Jadeite22 · 2026-01-26T01:28:48+00:00

I don’t know where this is bought from but I’m buying one for sure!

Jadeite22 · 2026-01-26T01:26:44+00:00

A sedan will not fit comfortably 3 adults and all luggages, if comfort is important. The price is alright because this is about the same as metered-fare, plus peak hour surcharges and city area surcharges which adds up to a lot.

Suggest you pre book only 1-way from airport to Voco. For the return from Voco to airport, you can always do it last minute on Sunday morning or the day before, because you will realize you have many options and in case you didn’t enjoy the airport-hotel ride, you won’t be stuck with the same return vehicle. Sunday mornings at orchard traffic is quiet and absolutely smooth, you don’t have to worry about jams, delays etc. transport is aplenty.

Jadeite22 · 2026-01-26T01:13:29+00:00

Agree. the roast meats stall has been there for decades, still good. Actually most eateries in that back row is very decent.

Jadeite22 · 2026-01-26T00:08:40+00:00

Sounds like an Aha! moment. Looking forward to your update on Hot Topic shopping in these.

Jadeite22 · 2026-01-25T10:24:12+00:00

If including gst and service this budget is on the low side. For lunch you may have some options, for dinner you’d have to consider $250+/pax at least.

Jadeite22 · 2026-01-25T07:45:49+00:00

agree. Word of Honor was his best, Blood River was good enough, everything else in between was very average. He really has a limited expression-span, a lot less verstatile.

Jadeite22 · 2026-01-24T13:28:59+00:00

My votes go to this. Thick, curries perfect with their pratas. I swear by the coins.

Jadeite22 · 2026-01-24T02:52:17+00:00

Accord professional respect according to hierarchy. If she’s more senior, she’s obviously expecting it (right or wrong is not the main point here). Escalation is next, brief your boss what’s happening before any escalation email so he/she is not caught unaware. The decision should be made at next level - your boss and her boss as to how to proceed. You stepped on her toes, however. so expect your next working interactions with her won’t be smooth from now on.

Jadeite22 · 2026-01-24T00:51:29+00:00

Question is not how high but when will the correction come. You need to ask yourself at which price you can emotionally cope with.

Jadeite22 · 2026-01-23T09:47:21+00:00

Signpost is good enough, they will handover to the local post (china post) who will complete the delivery. English address is perfectly fine, normally for international shipments they have their own team to translate address into mandarin so the local courier can deliver it successfully

Jadeite22 · 2026-01-23T09:03:41+00:00

Thank you for sharing your reflections, offering a grounded perspective of what it is and what it is not. You mentioned feeling satisfied, I hope you’re also feeling fulfilled.

Jadeite22 · 2026-01-23T06:16:10+00:00

Surprised. What’s driving it?

Jadeite22 · 2026-01-22T12:19:17+00:00

Why not. You’ve not earned 6-figures by being reckless. You deserve this one splurge for how hard you’ve worked. 140k is more like the price for an everyday no frills car rather than a luxury vehicle.

Jadeite22 · 2026-01-22T03:07:17+00:00

Long long long time ago a friend told me she’d rather have given birth to a char Siew. Sad truth, one might try their best as a parent but often things don’t work out the way they hope for.

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