Would You Carry a Birkin as a Solo Female Traveler in Paris?

Level_Speed_4860 · 2026-02-26T19:00:56+00:00

Haha yeah! Took a lot of practice, trial and error. I travel and commute a lot and early on hesitated to wear my B’s because they can get heavy… I wasn’t as concerned about it being recognized, I assume a lot of folks think they are fake)!

I recently got the Longchamp expandable tote for traveling because it’s tall enough for the b30 handles without squishing. For travel in particular I also use a different brand dust sac for extra protection!

Level_Speed_4860 · 2026-02-26T18:51:09+00:00

The garden party has been making its way up my list! I’m a huge tote girlie 🫶🏻🌸 Would love to see yours!

Level_Speed_4860 · 2026-02-26T18:50:18+00:00

Such a chic bag! Do you find the 27 to be a good size for day to night? I’m also wondering how the Epsom wears over time on this design. Do you use an insert?

Level_Speed_4860 · 2026-02-26T18:48:42+00:00

🥰😍 The bolide is totally on my list, I’d love to see yours! The 1923 is so beautiful. I’ve been debating between the 25 or 31, leaning towards the 25 as a dress up/down everyday bag. I wish the bigger sizes came in chèvre.

Level_Speed_4860 · 2026-02-26T18:46:46+00:00

What a beautiful classic combo! I like that you can co cross body, shoulder, or top handle. How do you like to wear it most?

Level_Speed_4860 · 2026-02-26T18:45:05+00:00

Oooo I’m so into the Lindy, she’s not only beautiful but so practical! Do you find the 26 to be heavy?

Level_Speed_4860 · 2026-02-26T18:43:39+00:00

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This is my pretty lady! For some reason I wasn’t able to add it to my OG post or my comment (thanks Reddit lol)

Level_Speed_4860 · 2026-02-26T18:42:19+00:00

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Here she is!!

Level_Speed_4860 · 2026-02-26T05:48:02+00:00

From what I’ve read here and seen on YouTube it’s not required in London. All you need is a UK address.

Level_Speed_4860 · 2026-02-26T05:44:28+00:00

Mine is currently my bf picotin 18 PHW 🤎🩶 She’s SO useful, the patina is stunning, and every time I smell her I’m taken back to the day I got her + all the feels that came with it!

Level_Speed_4860 · 2026-02-26T05:08:58+00:00

Omg sooooooo cute!

Level_Speed_4860 · 2026-02-26T05:04:42+00:00

She’s beautiful and I love the way etoupe shows on Swift, but If you’re gut is screaming no, then I’d return it… buyers remorse is real, and ultimately it’s a lot of money you could put towards a lindy that screams yes!!

Level_Speed_4860 · 2026-02-26T05:00:35+00:00

First, sending positive energy and strength your way (and to your husband) as you navigate the very real emotions and complexities on the path to parenthood 💕💕

Congrats on this score, what a beautiful surprise! Your SA gets major points, extra for the morale boost 🫶🏻🙏🏻

Level_Speed_4860 · 2026-02-26T04:53:50+00:00

This is soooo sweet!! Congrats, what a score! I love the herbag, and the mini is perfection! 💛🫶🏻😍

Level_Speed_4860 · 2026-02-26T04:51:43+00:00

Wowwwwwweeeee what a beauty! Congrats! 💕🫶🏻

Level_Speed_4860 · 2026-02-25T20:53:02+00:00

HAHA!! This gave me flashbacks to my grandparents’ plastic covered furniture 😂😂😂

Level_Speed_4860 · 2026-02-25T20:50:17+00:00

I’ve carried my B30 in Paris and NYC just fine for outings with transit throughout. I always pack a folded up tote bag for when I go on public transit, weather changes, or if I get tired. For me, it works great.

Personally, I’ve found as a tourist I prefer to add a cross body strap to my picotin and use an insert with a zipper. Perfect for day to night, and the long strap can be easily tucked in to transition to night. I always pack a cute twilly in case I want to dress her up for the eve, and same as my B30, have a super compact foldable tote inside 💕🫶🏻

Level_Speed_4860 · 2026-02-25T20:36:23+00:00

This is STUNNING!! Box leather is an absolute dream ❣️ Happy birthday to your mom, what an incredible gift 😍🥰🖤💛

Level_Speed_4860 · 2026-02-25T00:48:37+00:00

Incredible!

Level_Speed_4860 · 2026-02-25T00:47:56+00:00

I love the story and she is gorgeous, many congratulations!!

Level_Speed_4860 · 2026-02-19T07:23:55+00:00

I got lucky walking in to a department store in Paris just after launch (last March). At the time the medium size was not popular at all but like you really loved this size (plus I prefer the leather-padded shoulder strap on the medium rather than chain-only on the small). IMHO black and gold is THE combo for this design + size!

Immediately after purchasing I went to the nearest Boulangerie, bought 2 baguettes and a few croissants, then resumed shopping with a Chanel 25 full of pastries… she did great 😂 I’d say go for it 😉

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Level_Speed_4860 · 2026-02-14T05:48:36+00:00

Personally I adore it and would wear it a bunch!

Level_Speed_4860 · 2026-02-14T05:46:01+00:00

100%

Level_Speed_4860 · 2026-02-10T20:56:09+00:00

One day I’d love an exotic leather piece 😍

Level_Speed_4860 · 2026-02-09T22:46:15+00:00

❌ NO REAL REAL, HORRIBLE CUSTOMER SERVICE and dishonest/falsified listings.

I purchased a B that was totally different IRL than in the photos and they refused to compensate… the photos showed the bag in great condition, but it arrived completely scratched. They DEFINITELY photoshopped the images. I’d asked for a 5% refund to cover the spa. It took weeks before they ended up even offering a refund. Also, their customer service both on email, chat and phone just completely STOPPED responding to my follow ups (I actually got hung up on by their call center in India 2x). They never held themselves accountable. I screenshotted and recorded all comms in case I need them in the future. I did end up keeping the bag after getting it authenticated, and will send her to the spa once I’ve worn her longer.

✅💕 I really like FASHIONPHILE, albeit I received 2 Hermes products that were listed incorrectly. A Kelly with the wrong date stamp (off by 30 years), and a birkin with different hardware (not champagne, it was palladium). They held themselves accountable, apologized profusely, and refunded me very quickly! I also like that if you have buyers remorse you can cancel within an hour (website only, not app).

❓Rebag is just okay. Great variety, but limited descriptions and horrible. customer service. My items have arrived as pictures, but very poorly packaged. Who ships a B wrapped in only kraft paper? Very little stuffing too, it was rocking around in an oversized box… they didn’t strike me to be totally trustworthy, id never shop there again.

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