All my purses are from trunk shows or thrift/consignment shops. When I got engaged I wanted an affordable ring so that my fiancee could buy me a duplex in my name. We separated but I still have my rental property.
I sent my son to a Division 1 College and he graduated 🎓 and has a job in his field. I like some designer brands, in the long run I shop for my own personal style and $4000 for a pair of shoes...nah 🤣🤣🤣
I avoid all these name brand luxury items. When I see people decked out in LV, Gucci, and Chanel it actually looks cheap. Remember, people with real money, don't look like they have money.
Right! Even Prada. When it comes to luxury purses I only want to buy from black designers without the name tatted on huge or a big logo. Black designers are not worn nationwide or sold in stores, I want to look unique & chic!
I didn't start buying luxury until I was in my 50s. I wasn't even interested in luxury until after I bought a house, traveled the world and set up a decent financial portfolio.
@@coiledbydesign1270 - There's no secret here. You just have to love yourself enough to be selfish enough not to let anyone else get in the way of your priorities. I wanted to travel the world starting in my 20s, but didn't make much money, so I worked 2 full time jobs until I was 32. At 33 I landed a great job that allowed me to continue traveling, eventually buy a house, invest and enjoy luxury. I'll be retiring in 9 years and my goal is to sponsor at least one black woman through college each year. Determination and discipline. Buy the way, for the sake of full disclosure, my closet is now full of Hermes, Chanel, Louis Vuitton and Gucci.
This is my type of conversation. I've always had the mentality " I refuse to make a rich community richer". Gucci, Channel or any of these designers have done NOTHING to contribute to the black community. I desire a house, rental properties & to pack my bags and travel with no suitcases. Material things don't define me. My mental, physical and spiritual health comes FIRST!
I think I needed to hear this… I’ve been making more money these days (working extra hard) and call myself “rewarding” myself with gifts I think I deserve for all my hard work… earlier today, I realized I need to calm it down. You hit a few pointers I needed to hear before this habit of mine got worse💯💯💯 Thanks Chicka ❣️☺️💕💯
Congratulations. You taught yourself a valuable lesson. Trust me when you see your net worth growing, you won’t think of a designer bag rather you will think “Is this a quality bag and is it worth my coins” You might shock yourself and realize you were pulled into the hype of “designer”. I can’t tell you how satisfying it is to know you can buy something and choose not to.
You are teaching today!!! I said I would not buy a Gucci bag until my salary was over 6 figures. That happened 6 months ago and I just bought a Gucci bag 3 weeks ago. No pics on social media because it was for me!
I wanted to reward myself by buying a Louis Vuitton bag. Instead I paid my bills up for two months! I have discovered thrifting and it’s the best thing yet!
a lot of women and men feel so pressured to wear expensive labels that they buy fake Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Chanel etc. it looks crazy because some of these people I know personally and they can’t afford the items and it just doesn’t look right, living in low income but wearing a bunch of labels and they’re fake smh or buying the real thing but can’t afford your rent or can’t buy a home. I know people say that, Coach,Tori Burch etc is cheap, but a $300-$400 bag isn’t to me and at least it’s real. If you can really afford the high end items buy it, but if not, get what you can.
I like the blackwomeninluxury for representation matters, because the europeans and middle eastern white women really dominate the luxury world, personally i just wanted to see black women fine dining, in 5 star hotels, travelling, looking feminine and classy, etc. it wasn't about the designer items but I definitely see your point.
I come 3rd generation thrifter. .My Nana and my mother have been wearing silk Jackie O suits and gorgeous shoes, all thrifted or she put stuff in the layaway. These women built relationships with the clerks who held clothes past their time. 40 years ago my mother came to my house to help with my newborn. That didn't happen, but she DID show my husband how to thrift and he bout lost his mind. She bought him a Hickey Freeman wool suit at an estate sale.....
yeah, i feel you. the videos can be inspirational. especially how they execute them on tiktok. make me want to strive to make more money if i do decide to purchase those luxury items... but i know what my current bank account looks like and im not about to fake it for _anyone_ I agree with you both :)
I don't know but before this trend on UA-cam, Black women were living in luxury.. Yes White women were dominant but the fact that Black women were dining in 5 star hotel and owned luxury bags existed way before YT..
Preach sis!!!!! I’m a thrifter with money in the bank. I thrifted a $1800.00 designer purse for $14.99. Never in my life even if I was Billionaire would I pay $1800.00 for a bag. Thank you Sis. I receive the love. God bless you.
The sad part is a lot of these designers ARE NOT even always selling quality. There are over a $1000 shoes that are made from rubber and PVC that are "designer", but people still line up for the hype but yet turn their nose up and lower cost brands made from the same materials.
More times than I care to admit, I meet with folks that lost their loved ones and they pull up to the Funeral Home in their “luxury cars” and their “designer threads” and more rocks than a gravel road and the first thing they cry is, “We ain’t got no money. We started a GoFundMe.” I never understood it but I’m so glad Eva addressed it. Let’s reevaluate our priorities family!
I could have used this 30 years ago when I was trying to impress people with brand names items. Because after a while I realized nobody cares what you have on and the ones that do cares are not really people you particularly care for. Young people before it is too late check your emotions at the door and live your life and within your means. Save your money… please…
I started my "luxury lifestyle" in my 40s after I locked down my half million pound home and my pension was sorted. Only then did I start to flex a bit with designer things. And even then, I'm more interested in stacking money for my retirement! Real Black girl luxury is about being financially secure not flexing for people who don't really care about you. Validation comes from being financially secure.
I totally agree with you Eva. The amount of luxury items I see some women with, here on UA-cam, I often think, wow! maybe that could have been used for her child's future. It would be nice to hear when Black women, or any woman for that matter, talk about "leveling up" it would be great if they were talking about, saving money for their children's college fund, investing in a Roth IRA, or anything that would improve their life in the future. It's kind of foolish to spend loads of money on items like designer handbags, designer clothing, and other items that don't gain value as they get older, especially if they "really" can't afford it. These big Brands already know some people will spend their rent money in their stores... "Keeping Up With The Jones" that's what it's all about. Thanks, great video
Exactly. Leveling up should be about being mentally, physically and financially free. Too many walking around with designer everything but out of shape mentally, physically and financially. We have to do better.
@@sharlenelockett2224 Yes this is true. I go to Goodwill, Uptown Cheapskate, Mentors these are places I purchase clothing. I can't afford luxury hand bags,or expensive designer's clothing. People think I do but however I don't. I don't worry about it also.
I think the problem with your comment is you are assuming those women don't have those things in order. When most see a white women with a chanel bag we don't assume she doesn't have a IRA or a a trust fund for her children so why assume that with black women? 🤔 I don't like everything about the black women in luxury community but it's annoying how other bw assume that another bw is irresponsible because of their purse collection
I not saying that they don't have things in order some do. However amspeaking on terms of those I know. When they say tome "I make sure she see me with my LV bag,or my Chanel boots when I know they can't afford them and come to me asking for Gas money or if I can lend them money to help pay their light bill. I glad to see all women being able to afford luxury items. I some that make 100 thousand a year who just don't do it. People can buy what they want but make sure they can afford it.
I completely agree with the comment regarding the influencer culture. It's all about a lifestyle that most cannot attain. Most of these women are single mid 30s or late 30s I do believe many of them are to busy to thi K about marriage or children. My opinion ofcrs. So I think young girls need to b erealistic about leading a materialistic life.
I agree…very annoying!!! And you know something…I have always been taught don’t everyone need to know what you have!!! And not that you are holding a secret but I think it’s more in the lines of staying humble and don’t be BOASTFUL…if that makes sense…I’m never like “Look at what I got!!!” to anyone…I don’t necessarily have “luxury” pieces but I do like good quality pieces, what ever that may be…To be honest, as I have moved into my 30’s, Im getting more like, “What is the best vacuum?” Lol 😆
And they way that they act because the have it! I've been buying luxury for years but i dont brag,show off or think im above others because I have it. I did things accordingly before ever purchasing and i realize that all my blessings come from GOD! I also help others all of the time. Get out of the social media matrix..its unhealthy!
I don't think that Black girl luxury should always have a negative discord surrounding it because just like any other culture or society we are allowed to live in leisure and have an abundance of anything that brings us comfort. It's problematic due to the influence that social media has on weak-minded individuals that will do any and everything to achieve or obtain the luxury life. Luxury is not out of touch for black women and this movement implies that it is. It's giving me you can't sit with us vibes.
I watched a clip of Chip and Joanna Gaines from Fixer Upper. Chip said now that he makes more money he wanted to buy Joanna a bigger diamond, she said no. She said that was the ring that showed her how much he loved her and she did not want to change it. I thought, how right that sounded. He bought the ring he could afford at that time, to show his love for her. That's perfect.
Greetings from Los Angeles, you are on point. My budget don't fit excessive shopping of luxury items, im happy with my reasonable items with my budget.the black magic flex is tired 😆
Thank you for this message.. I have discovered that luxury is a mindset.. I'm not paying thousands of dollars for a purse or shoes but I do now look for quality over quantity and I don't have to go into debt or deplete my savings to get it... And I definitely agree about these designers, most are very racist so fattening their pockets with my hard earned money is not a priority of mine.. This was a much needed message..
Yup im stick ingredients with purses from target or retail stores. Once I get money I’ll buy from black designers only or from brands that aren’t popular like Tory Burch. I don’t want to walk in Gucci, LV or whatever unless it’s a small accessory like a belt
Girl, you speaking truth! I thrifted one day and no lie; I found and bought a cream gorgeous Chanel Clutch; a pink (brand new) YSL; two Coach Totes (different styles); a beautiful white woven Michael Kors bag ; a no name white and gold leather hobo bag; a black butter soft leather Sigurd Olsen bag; and a brown Anne Klein!!!!! I had a 20% off coupon and my total was around $60 bucks!!!!! I mean jackpot that day, and I kept saying bless her heart, I really felt someone must have passed and a family donated her stuff! And that’s how I roll!! Other than a Prada bag I thrifted years ago; a hand me down Coach from my Mom; and a Michael Kors my sister-in-law gifted me years ago, those are the only “designer” bags I own.
@@mySustainableStories many items are donated simply because someone got tired of it . Sometimes you may come across items from stores that have gone out of business as well, in addition to overstock that they've gotten rid of.
When I watch the videos of influencers, I just enjoy the entertainment and information and I don’t feel negatively about myself or bothered that I can’t afford certain items.
Thank God finally someone Said it! My husband is what most would consider "old money" his family doesn't go around wearing huge name brand clothes etc. He said only people who come from poverty buy things like that. Showing off is a very poor mindset.
This video has so many messages. So many. This was such a well constructed discussion…well correction…monologue. All valid points…every👏🏾single👏🏾point👏🏾. Thank you. This spoke to me🧡
I shop on Mercari and Poshmark. I don’t buy to much bags but I buy within my budget and never overwhelmed my pockets. One thing I can’t let be too cheap is my shoes because I need comfortable shoes that look good. Loved your video.
"walking around with your Chanel bag with an EBT card tucked away in it.." somebody hashtag that and put it on a shirt and send it to all these IG girls falsifying this lifestyle please and thank you.
What a great way to put it, simple and cant be misunderstood. Very good way to look at it - and a good way to make sure you dont buy things you can’t afford.
I've been telling people that same thing, whenever I was asked why I didn't buy expensive handbags, since I was 18 and I'm 54 now. If I didn't have the amount of cash in my wallet/bank account to match the price of the purse, I couldn't afford it...
There is a demographic of childless educated and/or entrepreneurial black women that the luxury brands are trying to tap into -- real life rich aunties.
I am she. Single, childless, professional and earning well into 6 figures. I drive a Hyundai and don’t own a bag I paid more than $500 for. When I retire in 5.5 years, my income will still be very close to 6 figures and my house will be paid for. My nephews will not have to beg to bury me, and I won’t have to beg to bury my mother. I have nice things and I travel in comfort, but I ain’t crazy. I don’t consume to impress, but to please myself.
@@sylviasmiths4909 Absolutely! Throw a rock in a room full of black women, and you’ll hit one. The ones I know value luxury, but not labels - and there is a difference.
Great talk, Eva! I just enjoyed your guide to online fabric deals (where you also look great with minimal hair). I scrolled thru yr vid list and picked this 2nd. Sampled some comments, found one pointing out that brand names on outsides of our wardrobe make us billboards. This point was made in a book loaned to me in 1980 and reissued in 1992: I'd like to recommend _Class: A Guide Through the American Status System_ by Paul Fussel. (Not the 2019 book Barack likes.) Another point I recall from it was about "fresh flowers". If you're specifying "fresh", you feel a need to distinguish from your tacky faux flowers. Posh folks get _flowers_ . As a janitor I used to clean mirrors in a fine dining room scarred by women testing their gems. My male colleague had to tell me. I sneer at fast fashion. Since I can do repairs and occasionally follow through on alterations, any style in the modern era comes to meet me at thrift stores. I can sew the historic costumes I want, and the history study makes me see there is no fresh detail in modern clothing that would make me need to change up every season.
That was grown woman conversation that I thoroughly enjoyed and wish someone had the same conversation with me when I was in my 20s and 30s. Thank you Miss Eva Monroe
Great topic! I watch some of these ladies that show case their luxury purchases on youtube and many can afford it but many can not. I have a couple of designer handbags , which I got 8 to 10 years ago and would NEVER buy another one again. Thank God I was smart enough to own my home before I purchased those items. Drove the Benz for 15 years but when I got another car it was a small SUV (not luxury but new) that I paid cash for. I was fortunate to have a family that has always been into investing so they taught me to invest. So glad many of my friends are into investing and all we talk about is the market and our financial portfolios. We still look nice but we are more into generalizational wealth and being in positions to retire early. Ladies remember the old saying "if it's on your ass it's not an asset"! You feel so much better when you have a balanced lifestyle & money in the bank.
Do I remember those days…My 90’s and 2000’s were about boosting my low self image. 3 Maxxed Out credit cards(2x in a 10 year span) 2 jobs living paycheck to paycheck and one bankruptcy later. 90% of the time the Luxury item, was pawned or sold before the credit card I’d bought it with had even expired…NOWW, I wear BIG GIRL Pants and I invest in my home and business. I know my property taxes are gonna go through sky high, but so will the equity 👍🏾Great vid, hope it reaches everyone it that needs to hear it!
But for those who worked hard and grafted to set themselves up and are now certified, legit self-made...And can finally afford to spend their Hard earned Cash-however much, on whatever they want....Why on earth not💁🏽♀️..
Hi Eva, I respect your point of view and this video so much. When I was in high school, I was hanging out with a group of friends at a very upscale shopping center. While we were there; we went to the Gucci store to visit another friend who worked there part time. (For perspective: I was one of the few African Americans in my school and normally the only person of color in my class, etc.) We basically had the store to ourselves, and she preceded to tell us that when she was being trained to work at this store, she was told that whenever a Black person entered the store - she was to make sure to follow them and keep a close eye on them. Then she said that every time someone was found shoplifting or attempting to shoplift - every person she saw or heard of was White. That conversation always stuck with me and will never purchase or wear Gucci anything. Truth be told, I equate designer bags and clothes with shrewd marketing and psychological manipulation versus luxury. Part of my work involves marketing and branding, so it’s easier to see past designer names and logos.
You are a very wise woman. Personally I love beautiful well made leather bags that are long lasting but I don’t believe in buying luxury to get that. When I lay my hands on a beautiful well made leather bag less than $200 I’m winning. I don’t need labels and I honestly don’t find it classy wearing labels. Like you said it all starts in the mind. Such a great video❤️❤️👏🏾👏🏾
This video is the reason the Black Girl Luxury hashtag is needed. The conversation on if the woman, any woman, holding a luxury purse can afford it should never come up. The thought, that there may be a ebt card floating around in that bag, shouldn't even pop into one's mind. As Black women, we must understand that not all of our incomes are the same. Black women are making better financial decisions AND are earning much more money now than before.
Thank you Eva for telling the truth regarding people unrealistic lifestyle. People don't like hearing the truth but it's so well needed...someone had to have the courage to do it.
I'm so happy you made this video. Especially since Chanel has increased their prices yet again. The bags are 10k. It makes no sense. ❤ It's really sad that we based luxury items on success.
I've always wanted the BMW X7 and a Gucci Bag. Honestly, I could purchase those items if I really wanted but my goal for home ownership means more to me, so I have to be patient.
IMO if your budget does not allow luxury then dnt buy just to keep up with the jones. However, if your budget does allow you to afford luxury items… go for it and buy all the luxury items you want and dnt feel bad abt it. I personally love black women buying luxury bc we are under represented in that area of consumerism. And it shows that you dnt have to be white or Middle Eastern to afford those item. If you like thrifting good for you. If you like paying full price good for you too. Just shop within your budget and there will not be a problem.
Riddle me this.... If it's truly about the brands not respecting us, then why rock it If it was gifted or thrifted?? Is it OK, to brandish the brand If you didn't pay full price? Because folks seeing you with the bag doesn't know how much you paid. All they see is this black woman rocking a brand that doesn't respect her. It's the contradiction foe me
Its funny that how people think showing off designer brands is a flex and not screenshots of your current brokerage account balance or crypto wallets lol
I am so glad you bought up this topic. Some of these girls are even selling their bodies to keep up with this lifestyle. We all know the people who ARE living this #blackgirlluxury, are doing this in private.
This is definitely a generational thing and I think alot is being lost in translation. BGL isn't just an aesthetic and I think that is definitely being missed. I've seen black women on tik tok in all age groups, show their version of luxury and I applaud all of them. But the comments below are disheartening because I see more of a condemnation over material goods. I see more of need to brag about what those in their 20s don't know. I think our good fashion sis, Tenicka B. understands and articulated the BGL movement perfectly. "When we say “normalize Black women in luxury” we are not merely talking about designer bags or consuming mass amounts of designer clothes. We are talking about a state of leisure, a level of comfort and extravagant living honey. We are talking about a colorful life. A life of abundance. With well made sheets and beautiful scents and eating high quality food. Being intentional. Easy and carefree love. We are talking about everyday delicacies. Taking care of our skin and our well being. We are talking about rest and respite. Self indulgence and putting our needs, our ideas, our lives and our love first. We are talking about Black women moving with a level of grace and opulence whether the outfit is from the thrift store or Champs-Elysees. We are talking about having beautiful views and beautiful candles and beautiful baths and beautiful words. We are talking about normalizing Black women in spaces you thought were only reserved for others. We are saying that you need to readjust your eyes, increase your imagination, let go of your stereotypes, and see the barriers we crossed to get here. That are presence is not nefarious. That we didn’t go into financial ruin for momentary internet fame. This is a lifestyle. We didn’t compromise our values...this is what we value. That we choose everyday to be at what ever kind of luxurious state our life allows. And that the most radical thing we can do as Black women is always nothing at all."
Well said. Just wondering if we want to "normalize Black women luxury " , do we need a name for it, do we need a show for it? Or should we elevate ourselves simple as that and live a life of abundance without trying to prove that we "made it".
Luxury is a frame of mind, we are luxury! but since they have to try and keep us a box they call it "BGL" .I think if someone can afford it and like it then that's cool but....what defines luxury? the person wearing it. so your right .
I LOVE cosignment, pre-love, antiques and ex. I stay within my lane and I don't try to impress the Jones. I don't keep up with the trends and I buy what my bank account says I can afford ( unless my honey gets it). That took sometime for me to get and understand, but I got it now. I save for what I want and I am teaching my son's and grandchild the same.
This lesson on sensible purchases and buying within people's means will never go viral because people, not just Black people but all people, will always equate their self-worth with what they have or can buy! It's so unfortunate! SMH!
Preach it, sis. I learned from my uncle not to focus on the wedding, but the marriage. They had debts from their wedding expenses TWO YEARS AFTER they were married. I overheard him discussing with the wife how that they were still owing the photographer. And I promised myself and my future husband not to be indebted. We had 3 marriages: traditional, Civil, and Religious, and all three were sponsored by friends and family. This needs to be heard by A LOT of young Black women.
Well said. You can still look classy and luxurious without all the brands. It’s all in how one presents themselves , their character and their mindset. Let’s invest in our children’s education and future and invest in those meaningful things that will fulfill our purpose on this earth. We can’t take Luis or Chanel with us when we go. Thanks for this!
I hear you sister.. I prioritize my spending first my home and my homes. I have friends who say to me you need to spend on yourself, when you die you’re going to leave it behind enjoy your money now! They buy luxury handbags watches. I buy homes , travel and stay debt free with 800 credit score. I try to educate about longevity, being your own boss.
I definitely understand your message. I think Black woman luxury is to promote another side of Black woman as supposed to Strong BLACK WOMAN who always oppress and struggling.
Look at how many luxury cars are parked outside of apartment buildings! Too many to count! Then drive around luxury home neighborhoods and see all the average cars parked in the driveway! Too many to count!
Black people got a long way to go. Let's aspire to be rich not to look rich (and crazy) $2k bag, $10k bbl yet living in the projects, taking the bus 🤦🏾♀️ I heard one rich guy say, designer companies target people who want to look rich not the rich. Also all these crap is made in one huge chinese company, a label is slapped on and the price is up by 100% or more ..........
@@gabl9692 I love Accounting. The pros are: you can make really good money depending on the industry and title and you can work your way up to Controller/Financial Analysts/Finance Director. You understand how money works and how to manage it. Everyone needs an Accountant( There’s so many types. Fund/Investment Accountant, Cost Accountant, AP Accountant)You also can learn how to save your own money, manage it through cost effective accounting software like quickbooks( you can even make extra $$ on the side doing accounting for regular people with your quickbooks). Doing this career made me not just manage other peoples money but how to gain wealth of my own. Cons: it’s a white male dominated field but trust me work hard enough you will get it. It’s take experience and hardwork but you will get it. You might have to start by accounts payable clerk or accounting clerk/assistant first then Staff Accountant then Senior Accountant then Accounting Manager then Controller. You will eventually will get there. I’m obsessed with different invest opportunities just because of this field. Side note: I just attended a meeting on investment opportunities In Zimbabwe for their Agricultural and mining(through zoom, their conference will be held Later this year). Also I’m attending a huge investment convention in October with Kenyan investment firms(Real Estate, Agricultural, Coffee among others)They are a powerhouse in investments. All this and I’m Only 30s!!
I understand your point and there is some validity to it but our people are so accustomed to lack, Black Girl Luxury is the outcome. So many of us feel excluded from luxury or just "nice things" and when we try it , we're questioned. Now, they don't question other races but they question us because Black is synonymous to poor. This is their attempt to change our image. It may not be the best approach but I commend their efforts.
I love to see black queens living in luxury because we deserve it but at the same time, I don't want us giving our money to these yt brands who don't respect us or value us. This conversation is all facts right here
We, as black women have things backward. We don't think about long term investment, emergency savings, education, better living but it's all about material things, just to boost our Ego.
It’s always the people with nothing who drag others who have their lives in check. They bore me to the back teeth. As for designer brands, I always say , those brands will not get money that I can’t afford to increase their wealth. People with money spend conservatively, they don’t line up outside designer stores like fools. They rent items too, they pre order and they don’t have multi pieces too.
I used to own LV bags until one of my LV purses tore in the corner. I took it to the LV store and they flat out refused to repair it! I only had the purse 3 months. You know what I did??? I sold all my lV bags on Fashionphile..and now I only buy REPLICAS!! These brands quality has gotten worse and the prices keep rising. Consumers need to wake up. Hopefully yall realize that even celebs wear replicas. Paris and Nicole Richie were infamous for doing this in the early 2000s. It just that nobody would assume theirs is fake bc they can afford it. So even though I can buy designer bags, I choose to buy replicas. I bought a house last year and I spend my coins now on decorating my house, stocks and crypto!!!
We can't afford life insurance, burial insurance, or investment accounts, but as Eva said, we can get Guc, Lou, and everyone else who will follow us around the store when we do shopping in their store.
I find it interesting that we see black men telling black women how to spend their money and we see black women doing the same, but never yet have I seen anyone making a video to police the spending habits of black men. 🤔
All my purses are from trunk shows or thrift/consignment shops. When I got engaged I wanted an affordable ring so that my fiancee could buy me a duplex in my name. We separated but I still have my rental property.
Whoop, whoop!
I sent my son to a Division 1 College and he graduated 🎓 and has a job in his field. I like some designer brands, in the long run I shop for my own personal style and $4000 for a pair of shoes...nah 🤣🤣🤣
Smart.
I am borrowing this move.
Bloop!!!! (Like NeNe Leakes would say)
I avoid all these name brand luxury items. When I see people decked out in LV, Gucci, and Chanel it actually looks cheap. Remember, people with real money, don't look like they have money.
100%. Casual no logos and if they are branded, it's small and discreet.
Right! Even Prada. When it comes to luxury purses I only want to buy from black designers without the name tatted on huge or a big logo. Black designers are not worn nationwide or sold in stores, I want to look unique & chic!
@@wangarimuriithi8748 this! 💯
I didn't start buying luxury until I was in my 50s. I wasn't even interested in luxury until after I bought a house, traveled the world and set up a decent financial portfolio.
Whew yesssss! I want to be like you for real!
Ooowiee! Please speak on it Missmolly! Where's your UA-cam channel to teach folks the knowledge you have?!
@@coiledbydesign1270 - There's no secret here. You just have to love yourself enough to be selfish enough not to let anyone else get in the way of your priorities. I wanted to travel the world starting in my 20s, but didn't make much money, so I worked 2 full time jobs until I was 32. At 33 I landed a great job that allowed me to continue traveling, eventually buy a house, invest and enjoy luxury. I'll be retiring in 9 years and my goal is to sponsor at least one black woman through college each year. Determination and discipline. Buy the way, for the sake of full disclosure, my closet is now full of Hermes, Chanel, Louis Vuitton and Gucci.
@@mizzmolly7649 that is SO awesome! I'm so happy to hear a black woman's success 🙌
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This is my type of conversation. I've always had the mentality " I refuse to make a rich community richer". Gucci, Channel or any of these designers have done NOTHING to contribute to the black community. I desire a house, rental properties & to pack my bags and travel with no suitcases. Material things don't define me. My mental, physical and spiritual health comes FIRST!
I think I needed to hear this… I’ve been making more money these days (working extra hard) and call myself “rewarding” myself with gifts I think I deserve for all my hard work… earlier today, I realized I need to calm it down. You hit a few pointers I needed to hear before this habit of mine got worse💯💯💯 Thanks Chicka ❣️☺️💕💯
wow! love the transparency and accountability on your part :)
I understand how you feel!!! But I’m sure you are doing awesome!!!
Thank you ladies for you’re support 🥰❣️
@@chrissysunpopular you're welcome miss lady 🥰❣️
Congratulations. You taught yourself a valuable lesson. Trust me when you see your net worth growing, you won’t think of a designer bag rather you will think “Is this a quality bag and is it worth my coins” You might shock yourself and realize you were pulled into the hype of “designer”.
I can’t tell you how satisfying it is to know you can buy something and choose not to.
You are teaching today!!! I said I would not buy a Gucci bag until my salary was over 6 figures. That happened 6 months ago and I just bought a Gucci bag 3 weeks ago. No pics on social media because it was for me!
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I wanted to reward myself by buying a Louis Vuitton bag. Instead I paid my bills up for two months! I have discovered thrifting and it’s the best thing yet!
And if you are carrying or wearing the big logo, YOU have PAID them to be THEIR walking billboard.
Exactly what made me stop buying it!
My thinking exactly
My mom always told me this growing up and I never forgot it
I don't were luxury logos. I get luxury on sale.
And their Yachts, Mansions, their kids tuition to the Best schools and Luxury trips they take!
a lot of women and men feel so pressured to wear expensive labels that they buy fake Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Chanel etc. it looks crazy because some of these people I know personally and they can’t afford the items and it just doesn’t look right, living in low income but wearing a bunch of labels and they’re fake smh or buying the real thing but can’t afford your rent or can’t buy a home. I know people say that, Coach,Tori Burch etc is cheap, but a $300-$400 bag isn’t to me and at least it’s real. If you can really afford the high end items buy it, but if not, get what you can.
I like the blackwomeninluxury for representation matters, because the europeans and middle eastern white women really dominate the luxury world, personally i just wanted to see black women fine dining, in 5 star hotels, travelling, looking feminine and classy, etc. it wasn't about the designer items but I definitely see your point.
I agree with you 💯.
I agree.
I come 3rd generation thrifter. .My Nana and my mother have been wearing silk Jackie O suits and gorgeous shoes, all thrifted or she put stuff in the layaway.
These women built relationships with the clerks who held clothes past their time. 40 years ago my mother came to my house to help with my newborn. That didn't happen, but she DID show my husband how to thrift and he bout lost his mind. She bought him a Hickey Freeman wool suit at an estate sale.....
yeah, i feel you. the videos can be inspirational. especially how they execute them on tiktok. make me want to strive to make more money if i do decide to purchase those luxury items... but i know what my current bank account looks like and im not about to fake it for _anyone_ I agree with you both :)
I don't know but before this trend on UA-cam, Black women were living in luxury.. Yes White women were dominant but the fact that Black women were dining in 5 star hotel and owned luxury bags existed way before YT..
“Carrying a $3,500 bag with $100 in your checking & savings account.” 😂
Preach sis!!!!! I’m a thrifter with money in the bank. I thrifted a $1800.00 designer purse for $14.99. Never in my life even if I was Billionaire would I pay $1800.00 for a bag. Thank you Sis. I receive the love. God bless you.
Real talk, I'm from Africa and they teach us to buy your coat according to your size thanks sis
I’m a 24 year old & I soooo needed to hear this! I wish you were my mentor 😩
I agree with you. Taking us under her wing and guiding us to Maturity
She is your...I mean, OUR mentor, sis!!!! 😉
" most of us can't afford to die ..but you're buying a Chanel bag..." facts.
Assuming that most black women are poor.
Lady you spoke truth to power tonight. When you said we can't afford to die I almost had a wreck! 💯🎤❗
The sad part is a lot of these designers ARE NOT even always selling quality. There are over a $1000 shoes that are made from rubber and PVC that are "designer", but people still line up for the hype but yet turn their nose up and lower cost brands made from the same materials.
Very very true. 🤔
So true! I always say designer doesn’t equal quality.
More times than I care to admit, I meet with folks that lost their loved ones and they pull up to the Funeral Home in their “luxury cars” and their “designer threads” and more rocks than a gravel road and the first thing they cry is, “We ain’t got no money. We started a GoFundMe.” I never understood it but I’m so glad Eva addressed it. Let’s reevaluate our priorities family!
I just so love you!!!❤
Always speaking real!!! Keep it up Sis!
I could have used this 30 years ago when I was trying to impress people with brand names items. Because after a while I realized nobody cares what you have on and the ones that do cares are not really people you particularly care for. Young people before it is too late check your emotions at the door and live your life and within your means. Save your money… please…
I started my "luxury lifestyle" in my 40s after I locked down my half million pound home and my pension was sorted. Only then did I start to flex a bit with designer things. And even then, I'm more interested in stacking money for my retirement! Real Black girl luxury is about being financially secure not flexing for people who don't really care about you. Validation comes from being financially secure.
I totally agree with you Eva. The amount of luxury items I see some women with, here on UA-cam, I often think, wow! maybe that could have been used for her child's future. It would be nice to hear when Black women, or any woman for that matter, talk about "leveling up" it would be great if they were talking about, saving money for their children's college fund, investing in a Roth IRA, or anything that would improve their life in the future. It's kind of foolish to spend loads of money on items like designer handbags, designer clothing, and other items that don't gain value as they get older, especially if they "really" can't afford it.
These big Brands already know some people will spend their rent money in their stores... "Keeping Up With The Jones" that's what it's all about. Thanks, great video
Exactly. Leveling up should be about being mentally, physically and financially free. Too many walking around with designer everything but out of shape mentally, physically and financially. We have to do better.
@@sharlenelockett2224 Yes this is true. I go to Goodwill, Uptown Cheapskate, Mentors these are places I purchase clothing. I can't afford luxury hand bags,or expensive designer's clothing. People think I do but however I don't. I don't worry about it also.
I think the problem with your comment is you are assuming those women don't have those things in order. When most see a white women with a chanel bag we don't assume she doesn't have a IRA or a a trust fund for her children so why assume that with black women? 🤔 I don't like everything about the black women in luxury community but it's annoying how other bw assume that another bw is irresponsible because of their purse collection
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I not saying that they don't have things in order some do. However amspeaking on terms of those I know. When they say tome "I make sure she see me with my LV bag,or my Chanel boots when I know they can't afford them and come to me asking for Gas money or if I can lend them money to help pay their light bill. I glad to see all women being able to afford luxury items. I some that make 100 thousand a year who just don't do it. People can buy what they want but make sure they can afford it.
I can’t stand the luxury influencer culture…..I actually love luxury/designer items but the image portrayed is just annoying.
I completely agree with the comment regarding the influencer culture. It's all about a lifestyle that most cannot attain. Most of these women are single mid 30s or late 30s I do believe many of them are to busy to thi K about marriage or children. My opinion ofcrs. So I think young girls need to b erealistic about leading a materialistic life.
I agree…very annoying!!! And you know something…I have always been taught don’t everyone need to know what you have!!! And not that you are holding a secret but I think it’s more in the lines of staying humble and don’t be BOASTFUL…if that makes sense…I’m never like “Look at what I got!!!” to anyone…I don’t necessarily have “luxury” pieces but I do like good quality pieces, what ever that may be…To be honest, as I have moved into my 30’s, Im getting more like, “What is the best vacuum?” Lol 😆
And they way that they act because the have it! I've been buying luxury for years but i dont brag,show off or think im above others because I have it. I did things accordingly before ever purchasing and i realize that all my blessings come from GOD! I also help others all of the time. Get out of the social media matrix..its unhealthy!
I don't think that Black girl luxury should always have a negative discord surrounding it because just like any other culture or society we are allowed to live in leisure and have an abundance of anything that brings us comfort. It's problematic due to the influence that social media has on weak-minded individuals that will do any and everything to achieve or obtain the luxury life. Luxury is not out of touch for black women and this movement implies that it is. It's giving me you can't sit with us vibes.
I watched a clip of Chip and Joanna Gaines from Fixer Upper. Chip said now that he makes more money he wanted to buy Joanna a bigger diamond, she said no. She said that was the ring that showed her how much he loved her and she did not want to change it. I thought, how right that sounded. He bought the ring he could afford at that time, to show his love for her. That's perfect.
Greetings from Los Angeles, you are on point. My budget don't fit excessive shopping of luxury items, im happy with my reasonable items with my budget.the black magic flex is tired 😆
You can also fine great expensive brands at the thrift stores
Thank you for this message.. I have discovered that luxury is a mindset.. I'm not paying thousands of dollars for a purse or shoes but I do now look for quality over quantity and I don't have to go into debt or deplete my savings to get it... And I definitely agree about these designers, most are very racist so fattening their pockets with my hard earned money is not a priority of mine.. This was a much needed message..
Yup im stick ingredients with purses from target or retail stores. Once I get money I’ll buy from black designers only or from brands that aren’t popular like Tory Burch. I don’t want to walk in Gucci, LV or whatever unless it’s a small accessory like a belt
Needed this
Sista… your skin is flawless!
Girl, you speaking truth! I thrifted one day and no lie; I found and bought a cream gorgeous Chanel Clutch; a pink (brand new) YSL; two Coach Totes (different styles); a beautiful white woven Michael Kors bag ; a no name white and gold leather hobo bag; a black butter soft leather Sigurd Olsen bag; and a brown Anne Klein!!!!! I had a 20% off coupon and my total was around $60 bucks!!!!! I mean jackpot that day, and I kept saying bless her heart, I really felt someone must have passed and a family donated her stuff! And that’s how I roll!! Other than a Prada bag I thrifted years ago; a hand me down Coach from my Mom; and a Michael Kors my sister-in-law gifted me years ago, those are the only “designer” bags I own.
the thrift stores are filled with dead ppls stuff
@@mySustainableStories many items are donated simply because someone got tired of it . Sometimes you may come across items from stores that have gone out of business as well, in addition to overstock that they've gotten rid of.
Ummm what kind of thrift stores you go to lol
What thrift store did you go to ?!?!
My own family resent me for buying a house it’s not my fault because they like all those fancy things I wanted to leave a inheritance for my children
Well done girl proud of you! Do t study your family. Respect them but DO YOU
Absolutely!
We need to create more black home owners
We need to invest and leave generational wealth for our kids
Congratulations 🎊🎈🍾🎉
I know that's right!!
Black women in luxury does showcase black women buying homes, traveling, not just designer
When I watch the videos of influencers, I just enjoy the entertainment and information and I don’t feel negatively about myself or bothered that I can’t afford certain items.
These people who criticize probably have no home equity and no retirement funds. Ridiculous.
Thank God finally someone Said it! My husband is what most would consider "old money" his family doesn't go around wearing huge name brand clothes etc. He said only people who come from poverty buy things like that. Showing off is a very poor mindset.
This video has so many messages. So many. This was such a well constructed discussion…well correction…monologue. All valid points…every👏🏾single👏🏾point👏🏾. Thank you. This spoke to me🧡
Love this ❤😂
You can thrift all these things and still look fabulous and especially vintage.
I shop on Mercari and Poshmark. I don’t buy to much bags but I buy within my budget and never overwhelmed my pockets. One thing I can’t let be too cheap is my shoes because I need comfortable shoes that look good. Loved your video.
"walking around with your Chanel bag with an EBT card tucked away in it.." somebody hashtag that and put it on a shirt and send it to all these IG girls falsifying this lifestyle please and thank you.
Mrs.Eva u went OFFFFFF!!!!!! And I love it!
I agree with you! If a person doesn’t have Four thousand dollars inside a four thousand bag at all times they can’t afford that luxury bag!
What a great way to put it, simple and cant be misunderstood. Very good way to look at it - and a good way to make sure you dont buy things you can’t afford.
@@majbrittkjaer6134 Exactly! If one doesn't have four thousand dollars in a banking account than NO. they cannot afford it.
I've been telling people that same thing, whenever I was asked why I didn't buy expensive handbags, since I was 18 and I'm 54 now. If I didn't have the amount of cash in my wallet/bank account to match the price of the purse, I couldn't afford it...
Agree
This is a very good way to look at it.
There is a demographic of childless educated and/or entrepreneurial black women that the luxury brands are trying to tap into -- real life rich aunties.
I am she. Single, childless, professional and earning well into 6 figures. I drive a Hyundai and don’t own a bag I paid more than $500 for. When I retire in 5.5 years, my income will still be very close to 6 figures and my house will be paid for. My nephews will not have to beg to bury me, and I won’t have to beg to bury my mother. I have nice things and I travel in comfort, but I ain’t crazy. I don’t consume to impress, but to please myself.
@@rozc3842 Many black women can afford the life style.
@@sylviasmiths4909 Absolutely! Throw a rock in a room full of black women, and you’ll hit one. The ones I know value luxury, but not labels - and there is a difference.
@@sylviasmiths4909 she was talking about those who actually can't
I’m her, and I don’t feel bad.
Great talk, Eva!
I just enjoyed your guide to online fabric deals (where you also look great with minimal hair).
I scrolled thru yr vid list and picked this 2nd. Sampled some comments, found one pointing out that brand names on outsides of our wardrobe make us billboards.
This point was made in a book loaned to me in 1980 and reissued in 1992: I'd like to recommend _Class: A Guide Through the American Status System_ by Paul Fussel.
(Not the 2019 book Barack likes.)
Another point I recall from it was about "fresh flowers".
If you're specifying "fresh", you feel a need to distinguish from your tacky faux flowers. Posh folks get _flowers_ .
As a janitor I used to clean mirrors in a fine dining room scarred by women testing their gems. My male colleague had to tell me.
I sneer at fast fashion. Since I can do repairs and occasionally follow through on alterations, any style in the modern era comes to meet me at thrift stores. I can sew the historic costumes I want, and the history study makes me see there is no fresh detail in modern clothing that would make me need to change up every season.
Keep it 💯 Eva!
OMG I could listen to Eva all day 🥰❤️ thank you so much for this video!
You have beautiful skin! Thanks for your advice.
That was grown woman conversation that I thoroughly enjoyed and wish someone had the same conversation with me when I was in my 20s and 30s. Thank you Miss Eva Monroe
Great topic! I watch some of these ladies that show case their luxury purchases on youtube and many can afford it but many can not. I have a couple of designer handbags , which I got 8 to 10 years ago and would NEVER buy another one again. Thank God I was smart enough to own my home before I purchased those items. Drove the Benz for 15 years but when I got another car it was a small SUV (not luxury but new) that I paid cash for. I was fortunate to have a family that has always been into investing so they taught me to invest. So glad many of my friends are into investing and all we talk about is the market and our financial portfolios. We still look nice but we are more into generalizational wealth and being in positions to retire early. Ladies remember the old saying "if it's on your ass it's not an asset"! You feel so much better when you have a balanced lifestyle & money in the bank.
Preach!!
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Luxury life......when you wake up and you're above ground amongst the living!! You spoke the truth!! TFS!!
Thank you sis 💕
😭😭🤣😂the thief in the night comment got me
Excellent content and commentary! New subscriber.
Do I remember those days…My 90’s and 2000’s were about boosting my low self image.
3 Maxxed Out credit cards(2x in a 10 year span) 2 jobs living paycheck to paycheck and one bankruptcy later. 90% of the time the Luxury item, was pawned or sold before the credit card I’d bought it with had even expired…NOWW, I wear BIG GIRL Pants and I invest in my home and business.
I know my property taxes are gonna go through sky high, but so will the equity
👍🏾Great vid, hope it reaches everyone it that needs to hear it!
@sandra smith Glad you’ve bounced back… that’s a lot of resilience right there. Greetings from Chicago
@@cUser691 Thank you. As Eva said, “l had to take a look at myself.” She has such great topics.
But for those who worked hard and grafted to set themselves up and are now certified, legit self-made...And can finally afford to spend their Hard earned Cash-however much, on whatever they want....Why on earth not💁🏽♀️..
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
Hi Eva, I respect your point of view and this video so much.
When I was in high school, I was hanging out with a group of friends at a very upscale shopping center. While we were there; we went to the Gucci store to visit another friend who worked there part time. (For perspective: I was one of the few African Americans in my school and normally the only person of color in my class, etc.) We basically had the store to ourselves, and she preceded to tell us that when she was being trained to work at this store, she was told that whenever a Black person entered the store - she was to make sure to follow them and keep a close eye on them. Then she said that every time someone was found shoplifting or attempting to shoplift - every person she saw or heard of was White. That conversation always stuck with me and will never purchase or wear Gucci anything. Truth be told, I equate designer bags and clothes with shrewd marketing and psychological manipulation versus luxury. Part of my work involves marketing and branding, so it’s easier to see past designer names and logos.
We are always being stamped down. We are also guilty of stifling each other.🥺
You are a very wise woman. Personally I love beautiful well made leather bags that are long lasting but I don’t believe in buying luxury to get that. When I lay my hands on a beautiful well made leather bag less than $200 I’m winning. I don’t need labels and I honestly don’t find it classy wearing labels. Like you said it all starts in the mind. Such a great video❤️❤️👏🏾👏🏾
Patricia we are cut from the same cloth.
Great video thank you
This video is the reason the Black Girl Luxury hashtag is needed. The conversation on if the woman, any woman, holding a luxury purse can afford it should never come up. The thought, that there may be a ebt card floating around in that bag, shouldn't even pop into one's mind. As Black women, we must understand that not all of our incomes are the same. Black women are making better financial decisions AND are earning much more money now than before.
Let's hear it for luxury consignment shopping!!!
O M G SISSSSS MIC DROP 👀🎯🎯🎯 ok you went there with the designer bag and the ebt card 🤣 those 2 don’t go together 🔥🔥🔥
Wow , the judgement it’s real.that’s why I don’t hang around female the jealousy🙄
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Hi Lady,
PREACH!!!!
Thank you Eva for telling the truth regarding people unrealistic lifestyle. People don't like hearing the truth but it's so well needed...someone had to have the courage to do it.
I'm so happy you made this video. Especially since Chanel has increased their prices yet again. The bags are 10k. It makes no sense. ❤ It's really sad that we based luxury items on success.
$10k could be a deposit on real estate!
@@JackyHapy exactly👏🏽
I've always wanted the BMW X7 and a Gucci Bag. Honestly, I could purchase those items if I really wanted but my goal for home ownership means more to me, so I have to be patient.
IMO if your budget does not allow luxury then dnt buy just to keep up with the jones. However, if your budget does allow you to afford luxury items… go for it and buy all the luxury items you want and dnt feel bad abt it. I personally love black women buying luxury bc we are under represented in that area of consumerism. And it shows that you dnt have to be white or Middle Eastern to afford those item. If you like thrifting good for you. If you like paying full price good for you too. Just shop within your budget and there will not be a problem.
Riddle me this.... If it's truly about the brands not respecting us, then why rock it If it was gifted or thrifted?? Is it OK, to brandish the brand If you didn't pay full price? Because folks seeing you with the bag doesn't know how much you paid. All they see is this black woman rocking a brand that doesn't respect her. It's the contradiction foe me
Its funny that how people think showing off designer brands is a flex and not screenshots of your current brokerage account balance or crypto wallets lol
I am so glad you bought up this topic. Some of these girls are even selling their bodies to keep up with this lifestyle. We all know the people who ARE living this #blackgirlluxury, are doing this in private.
Dare I say most of these IG influencers are hoes for bags and shoes. I see it everyday. Thing is it’s celebrated nowadays.
There is a young lady being 💩 on right now by some wealthy man in Dubai to maintain this lifestyle. 😂😂
This is definitely a generational thing and I think alot is being lost in translation. BGL isn't just an aesthetic and I think that is definitely being missed. I've seen black women on tik tok in all age groups, show their version of luxury and I applaud all of them. But the comments below are disheartening because I see more of a condemnation over material goods. I see more of need to brag about what those in their 20s don't know. I think our good fashion sis, Tenicka B. understands and articulated the BGL movement perfectly.
"When we say “normalize Black women in luxury” we are not merely talking about designer bags or consuming mass amounts of designer clothes. We are talking about a state of leisure, a level of comfort and extravagant living honey. We are talking about a colorful life. A life of abundance. With well made sheets and beautiful scents and eating high quality food. Being intentional. Easy and carefree love. We are talking about everyday delicacies. Taking care of our skin and our well being. We are talking about rest and respite. Self indulgence and putting our needs, our ideas, our lives and our love first. We are talking about Black women moving with a level of grace and opulence whether the outfit is from the thrift store or Champs-Elysees. We are talking about having beautiful views and beautiful candles and beautiful baths and beautiful words. We are talking about normalizing Black women in spaces you thought were only reserved for others. We are saying that you need to readjust your eyes, increase your imagination, let go of your stereotypes, and see the barriers we crossed to get here. That are presence is not nefarious. That we didn’t go into financial ruin for momentary internet fame. This is a lifestyle. We didn’t compromise our values...this is what we value. That we choose everyday to be at what ever kind of luxurious state our life allows. And that the most radical thing we can do as Black women is always nothing at all."
Thank you for posting this! This is it! This is exactly what I thought it was all about. I just commented something similar. This is perfect!
Well said. Just wondering if we want to "normalize Black women luxury " , do we need a name for it, do we need a show for it? Or should we elevate ourselves simple as that and live a life of abundance without trying to prove that we "made it".
Luxury is a frame of mind, we are luxury! but since they have to try and keep us a box they call it "BGL" .I think if someone can afford it and like it then that's cool but....what defines luxury? the person wearing it. so your right .
Very beautifully said 💯💯❤️
@@aponteaida913 just that, you can always tell new money & old money. People with old money don’t typically flaunt it.
I LOVE cosignment, pre-love, antiques and ex. I stay within my lane and I don't try to impress the Jones. I don't keep up with the trends and I buy what my bank account says I can afford ( unless my honey gets it). That took sometime for me to get and understand, but I got it now. I save for what I want and I am teaching my son's and grandchild the same.
This lesson on sensible purchases and buying within people's means will never go viral because people, not just Black people but all people, will always equate their self-worth with what they have or can buy! It's so unfortunate! SMH!
Gurl, I just hollered. Chanel bag with an EBT card 😂🤣😂🤣
That was funny and educational
Preach it, sis. I learned from my uncle not to focus on the wedding, but the marriage. They had debts from their wedding expenses TWO YEARS AFTER they were married. I overheard him discussing with the wife how that they were still owing the photographer. And I promised myself and my future husband not to be indebted. We had 3 marriages: traditional, Civil, and Religious, and all three were sponsored by friends and family. This needs to be heard by A LOT of young Black women.
Well said. You can still look classy and luxurious without all the brands. It’s all in how one presents themselves , their character and their mindset. Let’s invest in our children’s education and future and invest in those meaningful things that will fulfill our purpose on this earth. We can’t take Luis or Chanel with us when we go. Thanks for this!
I'm going to stick with Black Girl Middle Class.
That’s even getting phased out
I hear you sister.. I prioritize my spending first my home and my homes. I have friends who say to me you need to spend on yourself, when you die you’re going to leave it behind enjoy your money now! They buy luxury handbags watches. I buy homes , travel and stay debt free with 800 credit score. I try to educate about longevity, being your own boss.
I definitely understand your message. I think Black woman luxury is to promote another side of Black woman as supposed to Strong BLACK WOMAN who always oppress and struggling.
i mean i would want to treat myself but like not blow all my money on stuff i don't need.
Let’s get this straight. If your are eligible for a stimulus check, then chances are you cannot afford luxury.
Lmao EXACTLY
Look at how many luxury cars are parked outside of apartment buildings! Too many to count! Then drive around luxury home neighborhoods and see all the average cars parked in the driveway! Too many to count!
Our young women today need to hear the truth from "Auntie's" like us. Well said Eva 👏
Thanks for doing this Video
Speak on it so true about folks can't pay for their own funeral. but they will buy an expensive purse.
Ladies ask for the stock in the luxury brand market LVMH owns most of the luxury brands and is trading on the stock market at 801/share today.
Black people got a long way to go. Let's aspire to be rich not to look rich (and crazy)
$2k bag, $10k bbl yet living in the projects, taking the bus 🤦🏾♀️
I heard one rich guy say, designer companies target people who want to look rich not the rich. Also all these crap is made in one huge chinese company, a label is slapped on and the price is up by 100% or more ..........
yes and seems like one label owns everything!
That’s the hood rich aesthetic not the black women in luxury aesthetic
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$$ on the side doing accounting for regular people with your quickbooks). Doing this career made me not just manage other peoples money but how to gain wealth of my own. Cons: it’s a white male dominated field but trust me work hard enough you will get it. It’s take experience and hardwork but you will get it. You might have to start by accounts payable clerk or accounting clerk/assistant first then Staff Accountant then Senior Accountant then Accounting Manager then Controller. You will eventually will get there. I’m obsessed with different invest
opportunities just because of this field. Side note: I just attended a meeting on investment opportunities In Zimbabwe for their Agricultural and mining(through zoom, their conference will be held
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Only 30s!!
So much wisdom here…
I understand your point and there is some validity to it but our people are so accustomed to lack, Black Girl Luxury is the outcome. So many of us feel excluded from luxury or just "nice things" and when we try it , we're questioned. Now, they don't question other races but they question us because Black is synonymous to poor. This is their attempt to change our image. It may not be the best approach but I commend their efforts.
Amen Sista !!!!❤️
OoooWeee Ms. Eva!! ❤️😍😎
I love to see black queens living in luxury because we deserve it but at the same time, I don't want us giving our money to these yt brands who don't respect us or value us. This conversation is all facts right here
We, as black women have things backward. We don't think about long term investment, emergency savings, education, better living but it's all about material things, just to boost our Ego.
It’s always the people with nothing who drag others who have their lives in check. They bore me to the back teeth.
As for designer brands, I always say , those brands will not get money that I can’t afford to increase their wealth. People with money spend conservatively, they don’t line up outside designer stores like fools. They rent items too, they pre order and they don’t have multi pieces too.
I used to own LV bags until one of my LV purses tore in the corner. I took it to the LV store and they flat out refused to repair it! I only had the purse 3 months. You know what I did??? I sold all my lV bags on Fashionphile..and now I only buy REPLICAS!! These brands quality has gotten worse and the prices keep rising. Consumers need to wake up. Hopefully yall realize that even celebs wear replicas. Paris and Nicole Richie were infamous for doing this in the early 2000s. It just that nobody would assume theirs is fake bc they can afford it.
So even though I can buy designer bags, I choose to buy replicas. I bought a house last year and I spend my coins now on decorating my house, stocks and crypto!!!
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We can't afford life insurance, burial insurance, or investment accounts, but as Eva said, we can get Guc, Lou, and everyone else who will follow us around the store when we do shopping in their store.
I find it interesting that we see black men telling black women how to spend their money and we see black women doing the same, but never yet have I seen anyone making a video to police the spending habits of black men. 🤔
Kevin Samuels has a video doing just that on men...
@@jabbaweezy - we know that's not why he went viral though.
Well said!!