First off, Hermes. We all know the deal. Orange boxes, fancy scarves, bags that cost more than my car… and shoes! Glorious, glorious shoes. They’re not just shoes, they’re *Hermes* shoes. Contoured heels? Check. Cushioned insoles? Apparently, yup! They’re aiming for comfort *and* style, which, TBH, is kinda rare in the high-fashion world.
Now, here’s the juicy bit: tax refunds. See, if you’re jet-setting around Europe (Paris, Italy, Spain, you name it), you can actually get some of that sweet, sweet VAT (Value Added Tax) back. It’s like, free money! Kind of. You have to spend money to get it, but still! Think of it as a discount on your already-expensive Hermes footwear. Okay, maybe “discount” is a strong word. More like a, uh, “partial reimbursement for the sheer audacity of spending that much on shoes.”
I mean, seriously, we’re talking about *Hermes*. These aren’t your run-of-the-mill, slap-em-on-and-go sneakers. We’re talking about handcrafted leather, impeccable stitching, and that unmistakable air of “I’m rich, deal with it.” Whether it’s the Izmir sandals (that leather, tho!) or those classic moccasins, they’re an investment, for sure. And hey, getting some tax money back makes that investment feel *slightly* less insane.
Speaking of insane, have you SEEN how well these shoes go with the Hermes bags? It’s, like, a match made in fashion heaven. A perfectly coordinated, ridiculously expensive, totally worth-it match. (Okay, maybe not *totally* worth it, but a girl can dream, right?)
So, here’s the deal, in no particular order because who needs order when talking about shoes?:
* Go to Europe.
* Buy Hermes shoes (duh!).
* Keep all your receipts. Seriously, *all* of them.
* Look into the VAT refund process for that country (Spain and Italy are mentioned above!). There are calculators online, apparently.
* Imagine all the other things you could buy with that refunded tax money. (More Hermes shoes? Don’t judge.)
* Rock those shoes and feel like a boss.
Honestly, the whole tax refund thing can be a bit of a pain. But, for Hermes shoes? I’d say it’s worth the hassle. Just a little bit. Maybe. Depends on how much the shoes cost, really. LOL. But hey, if Saks Off 5th is offering free shipping for orders over $89, that’s something, right? (Probably not related to Hermes, but still!).
And don’t forget to check out the men’s collection too! Sneakers, loafers, all kinds of fancy footwear. Guys deserve tax-free Hermes shoes too!
