i guess for the gawkers it's plain extravagance. it took me awhile to use my first lv to avoid prying eyes or question and in a way guilt knowing that the money used can help others more. i'd like to relent that to my simple upbringing that this in fact is an unexpected splurge--which i would like to make a habit of, and those who know me would vouch that this is beyond my style and ways they'd even question how my brain even welcomed the thought. but when i think of the times i've spent a lot lot more for others than for myself, my lv is incomparably cheaper than what i have doled out through the years. as one said we are bag people, and i have ever since been a bag lover--i'm just upgrading my taste that's all.
Anyone else feel somewhat embarrassed about LV?
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You know...I've worked hard for my money, saved, and saved and bought myself a few luxuries...so what? I believe that every self-respecting woman should treat herself to something that makes her feel appreciated and well-deserved. Perhaps some people think it's frivolous to spend money on handbags, but I beg to differ. This is one's own personal spending and NO ONE has a right to open their mouth and be snarky about it. I am spending my own money, not theirs. I have people around me who appreciate my quirks and hobbies, and they will share my enthusiasms for the finer things in life. On the other hand, there are always insecure people with inferiority complexes who will always hate to make themselves feel superior. And that's too bad. I believe enjoying your life is rewarding and fulfilling. Love yourself!! 
Omg. I've had people ask me in a snarky tone of voice, "Is it fake?" I reply, in an equally snarky tone of voice, "I don't DO fakes, honey." Not that fakes are bad--they're great! But for people who say passive-aggressive bull$hit like that, I can be vindictive.
This is what I don't understand: For some reason, if I am wearing some vintage kicks that I bought at a thrift store and I get compliments on them, it's not considered showing off because I spent less than $15 on them. However, it's double-standard for people to assume that you're showing off because you're carrying a $1500 bag. It's just plain nonsense. I can't stand how some people strive to look broke so that they feel more accepted and approachable by other people and yet, looking wealthy is taboo? That's the dumbest bull ever. Whether you have money or not, it's our choice how we dress and what we carry. I wear mine loud and proud, amen!
^^ this is what I don't understand either. I don't see how one could say I'm showing off because I paid a lot of money for something. I see lots of people who pay for expensive shoes, and weaves and clothes, but as soon as you wear it, it's called "showing off"?
I say if you got it, flaunt it. Even people who spend $15 on shoes can "show off" but I guess thats "okay" because the shoes are cheap smfh..
Well said! I must say I'm tired of some of these hypocritical threads that focus on what people wear. "Do you "dress up" before you got to LV?" " I was treated poorly because I was wearing jeans when I went to LV." I think some of these posts show whats actually in the mind of the original poster. Bottom line- judge not! Ok, I'll get off my soap box now.
I wouldn't say I'm embarrassed but actually scared to carry it infront of my mother in lawI'm a stay at home of 2 & my husband is the one who buys me things. I'm afraid she might get upset that her son works hard and spends way too much on me, his wife
My Mil is a simple woman but she knows what an LV bag looks like!! Geez!!!
I'm in the same boat. I am a SAHM of 2 as well and I went from 3 LVs to 1 LV for now mainly b/c of my lifestyle. I bought my Speedy to the dentist once and they were ooh-ing and aah-ing over it the first time, then the six months later, they were gently deriding me b/c I didn't have it with me, so go figure. I think one of the assistants told them how much one costs. But it was obvious it made an impression on them to remember it half a year later! sheesh 
My LV Speedy I'll always have, I consider it my "medal of honor" -- a few years ago, I broke (as well as dislocated) my shoulder in a bizarre accident inside the house. I was holed up for nearly 8 weeks feeling sorry for myself and miserable pain, and 2 young kids to raise. During that time, I made up my mind that as soon as I was better, the funds I had saved up for over a year was going towards a Speedy35. So now, I have a conversation-worthy Speedy, so I am not embarrassed at all to carry it b/c I literally "earned" the right to carry it (not that I am condoning accidents LOL)
The only time I have been embarrased is around my husbands grandfather. He is one of those people that will only buy things made in America. He saw my new Mercedes and would not shutup about how my money should go to an American car (it didn't matter to him one bit that my Mercedes SUV was actually built in Alabama). Then when my husbands grandmother saw my purse and complimented it (I was trying so hard to hide it) he went off on us again for spending so much money that this country will never see. I wished we had been at a place that served alcohol, cause I needed a drink after all that.
I love this postYou know...I've worked hard for my money, saved, and saved and bought myself a few luxuries...so what? I believe that every self-respecting woman should treat herself to something that makes her feel appreciated and well-deserved. Perhaps some people think it's frivolous to spend money on handbags, but I beg to differ. This is one's own personal spending and NO ONE has a right to open their mouth and be snarky about it. I am spending my own money, not theirs. I have people around me who appreciate my quirks and hobbies, and they will share my enthusiasms for the finer things in life. On the other hand, there are always insecure people with inferiority complexes who will always hate to make themselves feel superior. And that's too bad. I believe enjoying your life is rewarding and fulfilling. Love yourself!!
This is a weird and interesting phenomenon that I experience first hand, I work in sales and sometimes wearing designer clothes/bags can affect my business. Yes it's ridiculous, but other people's perceptions of luxury items affects how much they open up to me and this affects my income.
I don't strive to look broke, but depending on the client's financial situation I appear more approachable if I dress down, yet other people will respect me more if I appear successful... It's a delicate balance that I have to adjust depending on zip code and other factors, on those days when it's best to wear something plain I can't wait to get home so I can put my stuff back in its real bag.
glitzzz said:couldn't have said it better!!!
Totally agreed! It is yours, and if someone else feels uncomfortable about them self because you are using a nice and expensive purse, then that's their problems, not yours. Let them deal with it!
Generally, people are just too busy living their life to care about you, so don't worry what they think or have to say about you. 😉
No I don't .. Not at all !!!!
I feel pretty when I'm using my LV bags !!!
Hahaha I don't care what they say or
think about me and my Lvs.. I don't owe
them anything .. I'm happy and that's all it
Matters !!!
I feel pretty when I'm using my LV bags !!!
Hahaha I don't care what they say or
think about me and my Lvs.. I don't owe
them anything .. I'm happy and that's all it
Matters !!!
I don't feel embarrassed, but I've noticed people's comments make me feel self-conscious. Most common question I get asked is, "How much did that cost?" Decent people usually don't talk about money, so that question always takes me aback.
What I really dislike is when co-workers martyr themselves with comments of, "I could never have that bag -- that's a year's worth of dance classes for my daughter/I have mortgage payments/my son's tuition payment is coming up." That really ruffles my feathers, I tell you what. As a single professional gal, I don't have the benefit of combined income/significant other who makes more than me. I also don't have lifestyle debt, meaning I pack my lunches/cook at home, own a used car and shop sales (my only full retail purchases are LV!) Lastly, I save my money. So, for anyone like me who works hard and diligently saves, savor your self-presents and self-treats -- you earned them!
What I really dislike is when co-workers martyr themselves with comments of, "I could never have that bag -- that's a year's worth of dance classes for my daughter/I have mortgage payments/my son's tuition payment is coming up." That really ruffles my feathers, I tell you what. As a single professional gal, I don't have the benefit of combined income/significant other who makes more than me. I also don't have lifestyle debt, meaning I pack my lunches/cook at home, own a used car and shop sales (my only full retail purchases are LV!) Lastly, I save my money. So, for anyone like me who works hard and diligently saves, savor your self-presents and self-treats -- you earned them!