I feel like social media has turned luxury into fast fashion. New bags are only “new” for a couple of weeks and then if you are seen with said bag you are “late”. It’s crazy that the algorithm is pushing out fashion sense clones. I personally do not care what anyone thinks of my luxury items, I often gravitate toward bags that are no longer relevant (preloved) and bags that didn’t make “it”. I’m not in the market of being the same or having the same things that everyone else has.
Yes to "clones" I hate looking like everyone. WHat's really sad is when the frenzy hits the resale market and would-be opportunists try to capitalize. It drives me insane! It makes me feel like they're not actually being enjoyed.
Great video! I have to agree with you fully. I feel the need to withdraw from luxury content (not yours!) so I can decide what I really like and want vs what is pushed.
I feel like the ham-fisted-ness is more on IG. UA-cam is more for long form content- which I hate to say, requires a bit more substance. All I can say is people should be (a bit) more skeptical. ANd really think more about their own needs desires styles and lifestyles! These bags are way too expensive to follow the herd!!
I don’t watch too many of those videos anymore. I know what my pockets can and cannot afford. I have more than enough. The local Chanel, LV, Hermes, etc boutiques are still only letting a certain amount of customers in at a time. They have been doing this since re-opening after the restrictions were lifted. Thank you for the video. 🙂
I definitely understand why the boutiques are doing this. I just don't like that I'm basically being chaperoned in the store. There's a pressure to buy and I feel like I'm wasting the SAs time if I don't purchase. it's super awkward. Especially bc when I went into the boutique they didn't have much invetory
Luxury has CHANGED and is NOT as enjoyable anymore. From the actual store experiences, constant bombardment of products, to the gate keeping of OTHERS and the preloved vs store purchases argument. I just spent almost a year searching for a reasonably priced Birkin, so I just may be shopped out after finding 2 😂😂😂😂😂
I agree with you I have had to take a step back from some luxury items mostly bags I watch other channels that started out with a certain content that didn't include so much luxury mostly fashion and styling however they seem to mostly promote luxury items that's ok for them I just can't do it it is becoming to redundant I'm not giving up on luxury just the hype 🧡💛💚💙
It is true that longer people do social media they *tend* to become more successful ($$$$) and start getting into luxury. It’s usually hard to go back to Walmart styling from there. Some creators do it well- but it’s definitely difficult
@@KWSHOPS I agree 100% Its true I know creators are aware of what's going on in the world of luxury I'm still committed to follow and support them I'm sure they share some of the same concerns Hey I like Walmart ,Zara, H&M however in not giving up on LUX just putting on the brake's
I truly love and admire certain luxury brands. I’m not influenced to get anything that I don’t really want. Probably every “it” bag that’s came around has been ugly to me😂. I guess I can say that I’m unbothered about this over consumption topic because I know I have things that I love and am purchasing with the intent to have forever. However, it does bother me that people purchase things that they don’t use but will still say that they won’t sell it😩 At that point you’re just hoarding and trying to keep something for the sake of saying you own it! There’s people who want that specific item for actual use smh
I've been over LV for a while, ever since they started to pause the canvas years ago. I felt like they were trying to release themselves from a price point, and a certain customer base. I realize it's supposed to be luxury- so to call it elitist is a little stupid- but it left a bad taste in my mouth
9:10 is a major issue I’m seeing. People thinking it’s normal to have a mountain of bags they aren’t using. Not as collectors but to keep up with the trends. It promotes unhealthy spending habits.
I do consider myself a collector, but it's important to truly love something , and know that you're going to continue to love it after the trend fades. As always, I recommend buying after the hype dies down. Less money and you know you actually love it
The waiting in line is a complete turn-off. I’ve never had a good experience one on one in a boutique. I always ordered from the LV website or would go go through a SA at Chanel on the phone.
Totally agree with you! It's economics: Social media has wildly driven up demand, even artificially. So now brands feel like they can increase their markups by 400% 🤦🏻♀️
I’m over the whole social media IT bags of the moment. The bags I’m into are not even current season bags….I’m into the YSL college bag and the Celine nano luggage…..they have been on my wishlist for a while but their price point is not within my budget even preloved. I can obsess over them and yet not buy them. Nowadays some of the latest IT bags are four thousand dollars and that just doesn’t appeal to me and it is not within reach of a lot of people. I love fashion but I don’t want to give up other things in life like travel to buy the latest expensive stuff. And the never ending frequent new releases is overwhelming to be honest ♥
I agree totally with you!! I would also like to add that these marketing teams are paying attention to societal norms… Many have become obsessed with staying on trend, accumulating goods, use them for a minute, then move on to the next “hot” thing. With that, brands are producing goods to appease customers’ never ending never satisfied approaches to shopping 🤷🏾♀️
For me I don't feel like it's the luxury itself that's too common. For me it's the specific items. At least for now. If 'everyone' (which is never actually everyone) had an LV bag for example, I might be ok if they were all different. Variety is the spice of life!
Agreed! Like getting a Birkin or Kelly used to be a “holy grail” bag (and still is for many) but there are influencers I used to follow who have multiples. Multiples! Where do you go from there? I get there are different sizes and leathers etc but geez. It speaks to the point about not being able to savor the bags. Admittedly I don’t like Hermes bags myself (not my style) but I’d much rather watch someone find a rare or one of a kind item or something they got at a steal. That’s why I love this channel!
Here's my controversial hot take: I think that social media is ruining everything, full stop! I'm teasing, but only partially. I, personally, find the over exposure of brands/bags on social media to be annoying and it actually drives me away. I do not want to have the same bag as everyone, which is why I went the luxury route anyway. I hate how the brands are all starting to copy each other with design and the need to constantly force products down our throats is effecting creativity, quality, and price!
You are completely right social media is absolutely ruining everything. If we ever have the chance to put the genie back in the bottle we should jump at it! I’m actually listening to a great podcast about this topic called off-line and it takes a lot of really interesting fascits. Highly recommend
I love that we agree on a lot of similar points especially in terms of the pros of social media. I also like your point about seeing the same thing as a result of the algorithms doing their thing. That’s probably why I’m a bit bored with the new stuff being released. And you do you when it comes to your collection. What I did was start to review bags I don’t own (hahaha) and simply borrow from family; because there’s definitely a finite number of bags I can show and talk about. I am not rolling in money 😅🤣
It can be a slippery slope , I feel that there are some people out there that watch these luxury haul videos and become convinced that their own self worth is caught up in what and how much their bag is . Also I feel it can be very convincing to some to purchase an item or items they really can't afford to make them feel good about themselves .
I know, for some it can be super unhealthy. And withthe prevalnce all of a sudden of Affirm/afterpay etc it could get really bad. (i'm going to be talking about Affirm etc in another video soon, stay tuned)
I agree I like bags that are rare and that I’ve never seen before and purchase those because I hate seeing 50,000 people with my items, pre owned is wonderful to purchase not so common luxury and I like sharing that on my channel too and love that about your channel
I couldn’t agree with you more. I am with you. I too like to have more individual items. I’ve actually started using a lot of my older bags from 20 years ago. I don’t buy bags to sell and most of mine have a little story behind them that only means something to me. Thoroughly enjoyed this chat. Thank you ☺️
FYI, I am NOT into luxury brand shopping. I can never see myself in a place where I think it would be ok to buy a bag for $4000! However, I am an artist and can appreciate the beauty and craftsmanship of some of them. I think the only 2 “name brand” purses I have are Paloma Picasso. My ex-husband bought them for me in the early 2000’s. We were Christmas Shopping and he saw me admiring them. I use them still if I have to dress up for something. I laughed when you said there was a story for each. My bag with the handles still has an American postage stamp that my son stuck on the bottom of it when he was about 2. It’s vintage all right because my son is now 22 😂
Great points. Part of marketing is to create demand but it’s definitely frustrating when you know the influencers are pushing a product they truly wouldn’t own themselves. And yet many take the bait (I’ve even caught myself… lol). Others use sponsorships and credits to just buy excessively for these massive hauls (to your point about compulsive shopping) that in turn make up so much of their content. I had to unfollow a bunch bc after awhile I caught myself looking up items I never thought I would like. Most of the time it was just a moment and I let it go. My wallet is better for it.
I wish I would have been able to take business/economics formally in college. I'd love to know more about "creating demand" bc i'm dubious of the concept....lol
I only know the name of the dior Bobby! But I don’t like it! The influencers only has to unbox they don’t even use the bag after! I hate that social media has made me look over every inch with a fine tooth comb ! Oh there’s a crease it’s a defect ! Oh that monogram doesn’t completely line up it’s a defect ! I trying to ignore minor things ! Also the bags are being raved about then they’re selling them on their vlog sale the following month !
You are correct. There is no time to savor an item. It is hard to get excited about unboxing, etc. I just watched a content creator go over some of her vintage and newer bags that she purchased from a teenager until now. She spoke about why she will never get rid of some of her vintage bags. Her video was very interesting because it had deep meaning and the bags were very few luxury bags even though she had a lot of them.
I feel like social media has turned luxury into fast fashion. New bags are only “new” for a couple of weeks and then if you are seen with said bag you are “late”. It’s crazy that the algorithm is pushing out fashion sense clones. I personally do not care what anyone thinks of my luxury items, I often gravitate toward bags that are no longer relevant (preloved) and bags that didn’t make “it”. I’m not in the market of being the same or having the same things that everyone else has.
Yes to "clones" I hate looking like everyone.
WHat's really sad is when the frenzy hits the resale market and would-be opportunists try to capitalize. It drives me insane! It makes me feel like they're not actually being enjoyed.
@@KWSHOPS what’s really sad is when these SAME opportunists USE & ABUSE a product, yet want you to pay MARKET RATE 👀😩🤦♀️💆🏾
Great video! I have to agree with you fully. I feel the need to withdraw from luxury content (not yours!) so I can decide what I really like and want vs what is pushed.
I feel like the ham-fisted-ness is more on IG. UA-cam is more for long form content- which I hate to say, requires a bit more substance.
All I can say is people should be (a bit) more skeptical. ANd really think more about their own needs desires styles and lifestyles!
These bags are way too expensive to follow the herd!!
@@KWSHOPS agreed!
I don’t watch too many of those videos anymore. I know what my pockets can and cannot afford. I have more than enough. The local Chanel, LV, Hermes, etc boutiques are still only letting a certain amount of customers in at a time. They have been doing this since re-opening after the restrictions were lifted. Thank you for the video. 🙂
I definitely understand why the boutiques are doing this. I just don't like that I'm basically being chaperoned in the store. There's a pressure to buy and I feel like I'm wasting the SAs time if I don't purchase. it's super awkward. Especially bc when I went into the boutique they didn't have much invetory
I didn't even start the video and yes social media definitely ruined luxury. Some preloved sites now function like resale sites.
Social media ruined everything 🫠
Luxury has CHANGED and is NOT as enjoyable anymore. From the actual store experiences, constant bombardment of products, to the gate keeping of OTHERS and the preloved vs store purchases argument. I just spent almost a year searching for a reasonably priced Birkin, so I just may be shopped out after finding 2 😂😂😂😂😂
after getting chanel i got tired of the classics and now i'm getting unique bags that i like
I agree with you I have had to take a step back from some luxury items mostly bags I watch other channels that started out with a certain content that didn't include so much luxury mostly fashion and styling however they seem to mostly promote luxury items that's ok for them I just can't do it it is becoming to redundant I'm not giving up on luxury just the hype 🧡💛💚💙
It is true that longer people do social media they *tend* to become more successful ($$$$) and start getting into luxury.
It’s usually hard to go back to Walmart styling from there. Some creators do it well- but it’s definitely difficult
@@KWSHOPS I agree 100% Its true I know creators are aware of what's going on in the world of luxury I'm still committed to follow and support them I'm sure they share some of the same concerns Hey I like Walmart ,Zara, H&M however in not giving up on LUX just putting on the brake's
I truly love and admire certain luxury brands. I’m not influenced to get anything that I don’t really want. Probably every “it” bag that’s came around has been ugly to me😂. I guess I can say that I’m unbothered about this over consumption topic because I know I have things that I love and am purchasing with the intent to have forever. However, it does bother me that people purchase things that they don’t use but will still say that they won’t sell it😩 At that point you’re just hoarding and trying to keep something for the sake of saying you own it! There’s people who want that specific item for actual use smh
Unbothered is the way to be! 💅🏽
I think young people are behind told what to like in super scammy ways and not developing their real true fashion sense.
Overconsumption is what has happened. It's ALL the same thing. I'm over LV, Chanel and Gucci. Just my opinion. Thankfully I'm not easily influenced.
I've been over LV for a while, ever since they started to pause the canvas years ago. I felt like they were trying to release themselves from a price point, and a certain customer base.
I realize it's supposed to be luxury- so to call it elitist is a little stupid- but it left a bad taste in my mouth
9:10 is a major issue I’m seeing. People thinking it’s normal to have a mountain of bags they aren’t using. Not as collectors but to keep up with the trends. It promotes unhealthy spending habits.
I do consider myself a collector, but it's important to truly love something , and know that you're going to continue to love it after the trend fades.
As always, I recommend buying after the hype dies down. Less money and you know you actually love it
@@KWSHOPS totally agree with waiting for the hype to die or even waiting for a sale. Helps avoid impulsive spending.
The waiting in line is a complete turn-off. I’ve never had a good experience one on one in a boutique. I always ordered from the LV website or would go go through a SA at Chanel on the phone.
Totally agree with you! It's economics: Social media has wildly driven up demand, even artificially. So now brands feel like they can increase their markups by 400% 🤦🏻♀️
I enjoyed seeing your take on this and all of the nuances!
I’m over the whole social media IT bags of the moment. The bags I’m into are not even current season bags….I’m into the YSL college bag and the Celine nano luggage…..they have been on my wishlist for a while but their price point is not within my budget even preloved. I can obsess over them and yet not buy them. Nowadays some of the latest IT bags are four thousand dollars and that just doesn’t appeal to me and it is not within reach of a lot of people. I love fashion but I don’t want to give up other things in life like travel to buy the latest expensive stuff. And the never ending frequent new releases is overwhelming to be honest ♥
Hi what is the name of your Fendi tote? I’m looking for a sturdy unique tote! Thank you :)
I agree totally with you!! I would also like to add that these marketing teams are paying attention to societal norms… Many have become obsessed with staying on trend, accumulating goods, use them for a minute, then move on to the next “hot” thing. With that, brands are producing goods to appease customers’ never ending never satisfied approaches to shopping 🤷🏾♀️
I’m guilty myself (obv on a much lower level!)
Well said hon 🥰
Valid points
I did like the Bobby bag on my own…I think 😅
I loved the Montaigne 30!!!! Loving the bags is a 100% genuine feeling
Dior Bobby bag and the other two are from Dior’s vibe range
You're the first to get it!!
I really agree. I feel like we are making luxury too common. In some ways it’s good. Meaning the. Accessibility but in other ways it’s not as special
For me I don't feel like it's the luxury itself that's too common. For me it's the specific items. At least for now. If 'everyone' (which is never actually everyone) had an LV bag for example, I might be ok if they were all different. Variety is the spice of life!
Agreed! Like getting a Birkin or Kelly used to be a “holy grail” bag (and still is for many) but there are influencers I used to follow who have multiples. Multiples! Where do you go from there? I get there are different sizes and leathers etc but geez. It speaks to the point about not being able to savor the bags.
Admittedly I don’t like Hermes bags myself (not my style) but I’d much rather watch someone find a rare or one of a kind item or something they got at a steal. That’s why I love this channel!
@@KWSHOPS agree
Here's my controversial hot take: I think that social media is ruining everything, full stop! I'm teasing, but only partially. I, personally, find the over exposure of brands/bags on social media to be annoying and it actually drives me away. I do not want to have the same bag as everyone, which is why I went the luxury route anyway. I hate how the brands are all starting to copy each other with design and the need to constantly force products down our throats is effecting creativity, quality, and price!
You are completely right social media is absolutely ruining everything. If we ever have the chance to put the genie back in the bottle we should jump at it!
I’m actually listening to a great podcast about this topic called off-line and it takes a lot of really interesting fascits. Highly recommend
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I love that we agree on a lot of similar points especially in terms of the pros of social media.
I also like your point about seeing the same thing as a result of the algorithms doing their thing. That’s probably why I’m a bit bored with the new stuff being released.
And you do you when it comes to your collection. What I did was start to review bags I don’t own (hahaha) and simply borrow from family; because there’s definitely a finite number of bags I can show and talk about. I am not rolling in money 😅🤣
That’s great that you have that access! Bag yours are some of my favorite videos to film 🤗
It can be a slippery slope , I feel that there are some people out there that watch these luxury haul videos and become convinced that their own self worth is caught up in what and how much their bag is . Also I feel it can be very convincing to some to purchase an item or items they really can't afford to make them feel good about themselves .
I know, for some it can be super unhealthy. And withthe prevalnce all of a sudden of Affirm/afterpay etc it could get really bad. (i'm going to be talking about Affirm etc in another video soon, stay tuned)
I totally agree 💯.
I agree I like bags that are rare and that I’ve never seen before and purchase those because I hate seeing 50,000 people with my items, pre owned is wonderful to purchase not so common luxury and I like sharing that on my channel too and love that about your channel
There’s SO MUCH out there that there really isn’t much justification for me to have the same as everyone else
Such a great topic you raised ❤
Thanks! I know you've talked about this a bit as welll!
I couldn’t agree with you more. I am with you. I too like to have more individual items. I’ve actually started using a lot of my older bags from 20 years ago. I don’t buy bags to sell and most of mine have a little story behind them that only means something to me. Thoroughly enjoyed this chat. Thank you ☺️
Glad you're pulling from your archives! I hope to be doing the same one day. Weirdly enough- most of the bags I buy are from 2012-2015 its so specific
FYI, I am NOT into luxury brand shopping. I can never see myself in a place where I think it would be ok to buy a bag for $4000! However, I am an artist and can appreciate the beauty and craftsmanship of some of them.
I think the only 2 “name brand” purses I have are Paloma Picasso. My ex-husband bought them for me in the early 2000’s. We were Christmas Shopping and he saw me admiring them.
I use them still if I have to dress up for something. I laughed when you said there was a story for each. My bag with the handles still has an American postage stamp that my son stuck on the bottom of it when he was about 2. It’s vintage all right because my son is now 22 😂
Great points. Part of marketing is to create demand but it’s definitely frustrating when you know the influencers are pushing a product they truly wouldn’t own themselves. And yet many take the bait (I’ve even caught myself… lol). Others use sponsorships and credits to just buy excessively for these massive hauls (to your point about compulsive shopping) that in turn make up so much of their content. I had to unfollow a bunch bc after awhile I caught myself looking up items I never thought I would like. Most of the time it was just a moment and I let it go. My wallet is better for it.
I wish I would have been able to take business/economics formally in college. I'd love to know more about "creating demand" bc i'm dubious of the concept....lol
I only know the name of the dior Bobby! But I don’t like it! The influencers only has to unbox they don’t even use the bag after! I hate that social media has made me look over every inch with a fine tooth comb ! Oh there’s a crease it’s a defect ! Oh that monogram doesn’t completely line up it’s a defect ! I trying to ignore minor things ! Also the bags are being raved about then they’re selling them on their vlog sale the following month !
omg not the vlog sale!! yikes. That's super bold.
You are correct. There is no time to savor an item. It is hard to get excited about unboxing, etc. I just watched a content creator go over some of her vintage and newer bags that she purchased from a teenager until now. She spoke about why she will never get rid of some of her vintage bags. Her video was very interesting because it had deep meaning and the bags were very few luxury bags even though she had a lot of them.
I hope to do one of those many years in the future! Definitely have thoughts
Great points!
I’m also on fine jewelry binge at the moment and have limited my collection to only two bags. Less, useful and sentimental is truly more🥰
I so agree! I think social media has impacted the experience. Great video 🙂
Thanks so much!