HOW I STOPPED WASTING MONEY ON LUXURY SHOPPING.. | IS LUXURY SHOPPING OVER? Luxury Shopping Mistakes
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- Опубліковано 7 лют 2024
- HOW I STOPPED WASTING MONEY ON LUXURY SHOPPING.. | IS LUXURY SHOPPING OVER? Luxury Shopping Mistakes
Hi Friends, Today we're chatting about some of the biggest luxury mistakes and how to avoid them to build a minimalist luxury collection that will last a lifetime. There are the best tips on how to be a more conscious luxury consumer, not to fall for the tricks luxury brands use to keep you poor, and also, my take on building a well-rounded luxury collection.
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⭐️ The Row Loafers (Women) bit.ly/49nQKwK
DUPE bit.ly/49rOmoy
⭐️ The Row Loafers (Men) bit.ly/4960dca
⭐️ The Row Margaux 17 bit.ly/3UsdcRd
⭐️ The Row Banana Bag bit.ly/3QK9MWm
DUPE bit.ly/4alxnFI
⭐️ Hermes Double Belt bit.ly/3Zglz14
⭐️ Birkin 25 (Lizard) bit.ly/3HyowUj
⭐️ Mini Kelly (Alligator) bit.ly/3SQfuZ1
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Hi, My name is G. Join me as I navigate the world of luxury fashion and attempt to build a consciously curated wardrobe that celebrates uncompromising quality, timeless style, and individuality. I upload new videos every Thursday and Sunday, that hope to demystify exclusive luxury brands, report on the latest launches, and assist in selecting the perfect luxury pieces to spend your hard-earned money on.
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// Mentioned
⭐ The Row Loafers (Women) bit.ly/49nQKwK
DUPE bit.ly/49rOmoy
⭐ The Row Loafers (Men) bit.ly/4960dca
⭐ The Row Margaux 17 bit.ly/3UsdcRd
⭐ The Row Banana Bag bit.ly/3QK9MWm
DUPE bit.ly/4alxnFI
⭐ Hermes Double Belt bit.ly/3Zglz14
⭐ Birkin 25 (Lizard) bit.ly/3HyowUj
⭐ Mini Kelly (Alligator) bit.ly/3SQfuZ1
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I think “The Row” is overrated, overhyped and overpriced. It is amazing how brands get pumped up by media. The Margo reminds me nothing of the Birkin except being a tote bag.
I have an entire album on my phone for my wishlist. I put three photos of each product, one of them showing me the price to remind me. It's functional because if I change my mind I just delete it from my phone. If I really like something, I go to try it on. It's helped me a lot to only buy things I want to keep forever.
Yes, a mood board helps a lot. You save things which you loved initially but when you review them you may reconsider.
Genius 🤍
more than a century ago, louis cartier made a deal with a founder of jaeger-lecoultre so JLC would make cartier watches. it still stands. that's why cartier watches are marked "swiss made", for instance. to say cartier watches are fashion watches is a bit of a mischaracterization.
Not to mention Cartier have numerous watches under their belt that that even watch collectors have. The Santos, crash, ballon de bleu, tank etc. just like Bulgari, who are not just known for their jewelry but watches and perfumes as well.
I love the Crash.. What a breathtaking piece. Also, as an Art History major I never appreciated Rothko. Then, years later, I visited a retrospective and I was STUNNED. I couldn't leave the exhibition, it was so magnetic and impactful.. I'm definitely interested in your art journey!
YAY FOR BUYING REAL ART. Yes, I would love to see a vlog about this process and what you decide on.
Yes to the art journey! Would love to see that content as an art lover myself.
i'm happy that i got it right! you said you were a bit bored of hermès on one video, i asked what was the new favourite, took a bet on the row and here we are.
Love the tips!! I don't buy luxury often but even with non-luxury items I constantly find myself having the same struggle. Always spending money but never loving what I have, thanks for this
No matter how big / small the purchases are, I've found sticking to a wishlist insanely helpful 🤍
I love that you cover these topics 🤎🩶
Love your videos. Mindful and great approach to luxury goods. I will definitely have to work on the impulse buy thing 😁but I am on a good path. 🧡
Trust me, I have a long way to go too 🤍
Wonderful and practical advice, G.
I add pieces that I know will go with other pieces that I already have. Everything blends and swirls around everything else. Neutral clothing: beiges, navy, gray, BLACK-with pops of color from scarves, earrings, rodeo charms (yes, I still love them).
Re: The Margaux-I absolutely LOVE my 15s in black (smooth) and Taupe (pebbled). I agree that 17s would work best for you. The Margaux is a lot like a fat Hermès White Bus with buckles added on the sides. Yes! Art is SO good! It brings joy AND more often than not, price appreciation).
So happy to read your positive review of the Margaux 🤍
Hi G, I looove art and I would love to be part of the journey! Why not to talk more about art in this channel? Fashion and art are so connected and we love your point of view!
btw! About the watches! I've been collecting Cartier for years, the crash is in my wishlist too!
Great minds think alike 🤍
I’d love to follow along with your art and timepiece journey. I love art and architecture. I’m looking to redo my little sitting area to add more art pieces and a vintage furniture piece thats fitting.
I’m also a timepiece lover. I’ve seen a Vintage Patek Philippe Eclipse Gold Bezzel watch and it looked lovely on the gentleman wearing it.
I agree with the tips shared. Lately I’ve been looking to invest in art rather than spend on bags. I still have two bags on my wish list that I’ve admired from afar. Hope you feeling better. Looking forward to art and timepiece videos. Xx
Aww I do love the Eclipse myself 🤍
Great video!
Thank you for the advice. ❤
Hope you found it helpful 🤍
I love this beige top on you G, really suits you x ❤
I love my vintage Reverso. I think you might like that watch! It’s a Jaeger-Lecoultre classic.
Thanks for being transparent with how you know you’re ready to buy your wish list items ( having twice the savings of the item )
How about the big ticket items ? It’ll take a loooong time to save up twice the amount . It would’ve went through several price increases already 😪
If it’s anything but a Kelly or Birkin it’s a bad investment. Just look at the retail market for any of the items. Sure Chanel has had crazy price hikes but their quality has gone down and retail isn’t what they’re charging.
Yes! Art!!!
Intentional spending is always best and it seems as though you have learned this lesson as well. I used to be notorious for purchasing resort wear and tropical prints while vacationing in Hawaii. By the time I arrived home, none of those clothing items worked in my day to day life. I stood out like a sore thumb! Even during the summer months in Canada, people don’t generally wear loud prints with tropical motifs, so there they sit in my closet taking up valuable space, never mind the money I lost on the USD vs CAD exchange rate. I really try hard nowadays to be wiser when shopping, especially when I’m visiting other countries. I am trying to make sure the clothing items I select are going to blend well in my “real” life back home. The money I wasted while in Peru, for example, on Peruvian attire is shocking and the pieces I selected look ridiculous in my hometown. It makes me giggle a little.🤭 Ahh, such is life. I’ll just throw on the Peruvian poncho and try to rock it anyway! 😁
It's so important to keep our "lifestyle" in mind when investing in luxury purchases. Although I'm sure you still look fabulous in a poncho 🤍
Thank you for another great video!
I have a wishlist split into two: "To Think" and "To Buy". First I add items to "To Think" and leave them there for a few weeks. After, if I still want them, I move them to "To Buy". Right now, I have two items in my "To Buy" wishlist: Cartier Panthère and Céline Teen Triomphe ☺
Personally, I really enjoy the process of making and having a wishlist - I have something to look forward to and it makes me appreciate the items more.
Genius process 🤍
Get the art! There are so many emerging artist…. Buy what you love. The pieces I have all appreciated… go figure and I just bought what I liked. Yes take us along on your art journey. You r on the right track and if you get watch do not get one from a fashion house. Get it from a watch maker.
Great minds think alike 🤍
Hi there! I’m interested in a review on the row sling bag. Would also really be curious about your opinion on the Mansur Gavriel moon sling bag (and Mansur Gavriel in general)
Great video! Today I refused a bag from Hermes because the bag was not a good fit for me (haut à courrroies casake orange and black)… I prefer to wait and get offered something that will fit better in my life.
Hi G! Please share your art journey. Also, thank you for sharing your tips. I often have a list when I go to H because they hardly have any stock so its useful to go down my list. Once I had the tarmac on my list and they didnt have it so I got the RMS holder instead.. not a fan. Lesson learnt, stick to the list. Thanks G! Feel better soon and all the best with the exams!😉
Couldn't agree more, you can't walk into Hermes without a wishlist these days 🫣 Thank youu 🤍
Would love to see videos on your venture for some art pieces. My vote is on the Hermes women long sleeve sweater. I have two from the FW 2023 collection. They do fit large so will need to size down. For the first time, I’m not sure about a 2024 wishlist. 😅
I tried the sweater yesterday. As beautiful and soft as it is, unfortunately it was too cropped on my frame 😞
I agree! I wouldn’t spend a lot of money on something I have to protect my life with. It needs to protect me! I also agree with considering lifestyle when getting a bag. I’m working on getting a birkin 25, and know that it’s not ideal for my simple life, but if I’m offered one - I will not refuse😊
I like the look of lizard but I would not succeed in looking after it. So too stressful for me. Especially at Hermes prices! And I don’t go to events so I would not get the use from it. I hope the exam preparation goes well! Nice list. Thank you for the video!
Yes! It would be great if we can join you on finding a beautiful piece of art. I would like to learn more about nice and unique pieces for my house. Thank you!!!!
Stay tuned 🤍
I recommend getting a vintage AP Royal Oak jumbo watch. Prices have corrected quite a bit and the vintage watches are better quality than the contemporary ones IMO. They aren't making any more vintage ones and it's a safe bet the watch will be worth more as the years roll on as it's arguably one the most important watches of all time. I bought one recently and it's now my crown jewel of my collection (Nautilus, Day-Date, GMT, Octo Finissimo, Tank). I think it'd suit your style.
Not an AP-guy but the Nautilus does sound tempting 🤍
I have bought luxury items before the internet and when I could not afford them, 11:49 I saved and saved and saved again and in the meantime I pondered whether they were worth it. My Chaumet anneau rings and my silver Cartier Must are classics.
So happy you've invested in pieces you truly love 🤍
Cartier watches far superior to Tag currently. Consider santos or tank, timeless. Patek is a different stratosphere.
can't understand how the most discussed bag of last year can be buy-able and a super simple loafer in super exotic skin (eel? ew!) can be too common to purchase.
i'm always learning the minds of the very rich.
I think you'll love the Margaux. I have the 10 & just bought the 15, both in the matte grained leather. They are fantastic, easy wearing, lightweight bags. I, like u, wish they weren't so popular. I saw one in Croc years ago, before I knew what it was and hunted it down and found it. I'd personally love the Croc but can't justify the cost. If it were my only bag and I used it daily that might be different.
You've built quite the collection of Margaux bags 😍 I remember when the Margaux first launched in Croc, I, too, was amazed by it but couldn't justify the price for at the time relatively unknown brand. But now, I so wish I could go back in time, because Barneys regularly put them on sale 🫣
@@IamGPS if only we knew then what we know now 😍
Dear GPS, I'll be buying a Hermes wallet/cardholder in a few months time during my trip to japan. I love the etoupe color option but I am torn between the calvi, citizen, twill card holder or cheval picto card holder.
Which of these options do you recommend? Or do you maybe have a better option?
Good content btw I just discovered your channel about a week ago and I love it :)
It's hard to go wrong with the Calvi 🤍 Aww thank you, enjoy Japan 🎉
I love the look of lizard mini constance as well, but also cannot justify the price and given my lifestyle as well.. So probably will not put this on my wishlist..
I share your hesitation regarding watches from fashion houses, as opposed to technical watchmakers. I would consider the 'Big 5' although have you considered Jaeger Lecoultre Reverso? It's shape and appearance is similar to Cartier leather-strap watches, if not slightly more robust with art-deco curves and a unique feature of 'flipping' the face of the watch. The price has increased significantly recently.
Buy it vintage, discontinued models are rare and exquisite, both for JLC and Cartier. I would sell my soul for a Cartier Tank Chinoise in platinum
Jaeger LeCoultre watches were the first I tried many years ago on Madison, as their boutique used to be right by Hermes 🤍
Dear GPS, please consider the Hermès Victoria III, it would look fantastic on you. I love loafers, and adore J.M. Weston hand made shoes in the family workshop.
Weston shoes, the best french shoes.
@@vannaeldwijk7075 yes! I agree! Discreet and well-made. They follow the Hermès concept, they have a lifetime restoration service so the shoes can be passed down from generation to generation. Nice touch. I’m getting the Mocassins 180 when I visit Paris in March.
Thank you for the suggestion, I'm going to check out Weston 🤍
I am also thinking about Margaux bag.. but then I am thinking maybe it is not something classic or long time or I really like it. Rather I see it in everywhere and it makes me want it.. quite confused
Great point 🙌
What shirt are you wearing? Where to cop?
Rick Owens 🤍
Grand Seiko. It’s the watch Collector’s watch. Those who know, know.
Do you ever review men's watches?
He should get an Hermès watch.
I've never been big on watches but I have a Rolex review here - ua-cam.com/video/OsIMaNtKZVA/v-deo.html
I paused your vlog to comment already so now that I have finished watching, I have one more comment to make. I would love to follow your art journey. I am obsessed with original art, especially when traveling abroad and I try to purchase at least one painting from each country I’m in. While the art I’ve chosen does not always blend cohesively in my home, it is definitely a reflection of the life I’ve lived thus far and a nice reminder of the happiest times in my life. With respect to my 2024 wishlist, there is one bag and one bag only that I am desperate to add to my collection and that is a Messenger bag from Joseph Duclos. I have been thinking about this bag for one year now and I’m going to make it a reality! 💼🤎
Love that you purchase art to commemorate your travels 🤍
love that you are wearing more colors now G 🫶🏼 & you have managed to age in reverse! you must share your updated self care lifestyle tips - they are clearly working ☺️
Aww you're too kind 🤍