Someone once suggested "why do you ask?" which I thought was a good response. But I agree it's beyond rude to ask that of someone. My strict British mother always told me "don't pass personal remarks." Goes for money, weight, etc.
How to dodge the "how much did that purse cost" question?
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“I don’t remember” will usually stop questions.
Yeah I just tell people the price if they want to know. It's not a secret. If I don't want to for some reason I just say, "We're not talking about it." or "Nah, I'm not telling you that."
Here we go again! Arrived in Long Beach California with my vintage 2004 Marc Jacobs Christopher Backpack while basking in the late June sun and if you know this airport it's open space and very Sunny and I'm waiting on the wife who is tucked in a corner getting us an UBER. I get questioned by some random ...."Hey, I've seen that back pack online for $$$$$..is it real..blah blah blah, how much did you pay" ? I responded in Spanish with hopes of them not comprehending and thank goodness they just smiled and kept walking. Since the rebooted of this thread 6-7 months ago it has become a thing! I'm flattered by most, but vexed by others. I've been approached in MSP, LGB and MIA since the new year. Next stop DIA
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That means your lovely backpack is an “old chestnut.” I love answering idiotic/NOYB questions with similar facts.
Ooh thats jealous jealous! Next time hit her with the "my husband loves me and supports me treating myself"
Yes, I get it. I think I was more vexed at the attention that it brought when I was asked. People took notice and the ears were on me
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Sounds like the Costco shopper needs a new spouse.
