Comments on: How much is too much for a handbag? http://www.purseblog.com/debates/how-much-is-too-much-for-a-handbag.html Mon, 23 Nov 2009 11:27:56 -0500 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.6 hourly 1 By: sarah http://www.purseblog.com/debates/how-much-is-too-much-for-a-handbag.html#comment-259455 sarah Sun, 26 Jul 2009 17:09:35 +0000 http://www.purseblog.com/debates/how-much-is-too-much-for-a-handbag/#comment-259455 well, I'm trying to deside whether to blow $260 on a michael kors leather tote, on sale from almost $500. But, I am only 15, so I don'tn know... well, I’m trying to deside whether to blow $260 on a michael kors leather tote, on sale from almost $500. But, I am only 15, so I don’tn know…

]]> By: SK http://www.purseblog.com/debates/how-much-is-too-much-for-a-handbag.html#comment-259400 SK Sun, 26 Jul 2009 04:20:54 +0000 http://www.purseblog.com/debates/how-much-is-too-much-for-a-handbag/#comment-259400 Unfortunately, like with anything buying handbags can be very addictive and once you reach your goal as with anything there always seems to be something better that you want next. I find this is the case with anything whether it be a bigger home, better job, or a better "classic" handbag. I thought once I finally made my leap to purchase a Birkin I would stop, but now I find myself "lusting" for Ostrich Birkin. But I must say at least I don't leave my items in the box, I use them and enjoy them often and I do this with all things I purchase. So many people never even take their items out of the box and then what is the point? This was the most interesting Blog I have ever read and very insightful. It looks like all things aside everyone shops according to their priorities putting what's important in their life first (which was really nice to read). I am single and don't have to save for college tuition which is why I can make splurges here and there and I always make sure that even when I treat myself I give an equal amount away which I feel is also important in life. Enjoy your bags LADIES and please use them and pass them to your family so they to can enjoy. Unfortunately, like with anything buying handbags can be very addictive and once you reach your goal as with anything there always seems to be something better that you want next. I find this is the case with anything whether it be a bigger home, better job, or a better “classic” handbag. I thought once I finally made my leap to purchase a Birkin I would stop, but now I find myself “lusting” for Ostrich Birkin. But I must say at least I don’t leave my items in the box, I use them and enjoy them often and I do this with all things I purchase. So many people never even take their items out of the box and then what is the point? This was the most interesting Blog I have ever read and very insightful. It looks like all things aside everyone shops according to their priorities putting what’s important in their life first (which was really nice to read). I am single and don’t have to save for college tuition which is why I can make splurges here and there and I always make sure that even when I treat myself I give an equal amount away which I feel is also important in life. Enjoy your bags LADIES and please use them and pass them to your family so they to can enjoy.

]]> By: Anonymous http://www.purseblog.com/debates/how-much-is-too-much-for-a-handbag.html#comment-252982 Anonymous Sat, 02 May 2009 19:13:37 +0000 http://www.purseblog.com/debates/how-much-is-too-much-for-a-handbag/#comment-252982 This is by far one of the most interesting posts and ensuing discussions that I 've read on purseblog. I feel that for most people reading/contributing to this blog, purse-buying is really an emotional adventure (restrained somewhat by the financial means of each individual). There was a time when a $40 bag made me happy. Then I bought a $250 crystal evening bag. Then came a genuine python bag on sale for $425 (original $1050). When I carried it out I felt so good and it really whet my appetite for exotic skins. Now am saving up for a classic Birkin croc bag (not Hermes!!) that retails for around $2300. Couple of years ago I'd havee refused to believe I'd be spending so much on bags....but that's the thing with emotional spending...it defies all logic (though of COURSE the buyer will justify it some way). As for me I hope that with the croc purchase I'll cool off of bags for a while!! This is by far one of the most interesting posts and ensuing discussions that I ‘ve read on purseblog. I feel that for most people reading/contributing to this blog, purse-buying is really an emotional adventure (restrained somewhat by the financial means of each individual).
There was a time when a $40 bag made me happy. Then I bought a $250 crystal evening bag. Then came a genuine python bag on sale for $425 (original $1050). When I carried it out I felt so good and it really whet my appetite for exotic skins. Now am saving up for a classic Birkin croc bag (not Hermes!!) that retails for around $2300. Couple of years ago I’d havee refused to believe I’d be spending so much on bags….but that’s the thing with emotional spending…it defies all logic (though of COURSE the buyer will justify it some way).
As for me I hope that with the croc purchase I’ll cool off of bags for a while!!

]]> By: FendiFan http://www.purseblog.com/debates/how-much-is-too-much-for-a-handbag.html#comment-238874 FendiFan Mon, 10 Nov 2008 20:35:13 +0000 http://www.purseblog.com/debates/how-much-is-too-much-for-a-handbag/#comment-238874 I have started to sell my bags, when I'm done with them. It's a good way to recoup some of my cost, and then I use the cash to buy more handbags. I actually did buy a pre-owned limited edition Chanel at the site where I've been selling, because it was beautiful and in good condition. The site is www.BagAmbition.com I have started to sell my bags, when I’m done with them. It’s a good way to recoup some of my cost, and then I use the cash to buy more handbags. I actually did buy a pre-owned limited edition Chanel at the site where I’ve been selling, because it was beautiful and in good condition. The site is http://www.BagAmbition.com

]]> By: CGP http://www.purseblog.com/debates/how-much-is-too-much-for-a-handbag.html#comment-219294 CGP Sat, 07 Jun 2008 21:07:17 +0000 http://www.purseblog.com/debates/how-much-is-too-much-for-a-handbag/#comment-219294 I think purchasing expensive bags is something completely relative- you can't ever say that a number is too much. My mom used to tell me that her $150 purses were way too expensive and she'd say that she regretted them, etc. but she had a family of 5 and no job at that time. I have no responsibilities but a car payment and $350 rent I pay my boyfriend to live in his condo, and my boss frequently gives me bonuses, so I can buy one or two $1000 purses a year. I have nothing to support but my closet. I know things will change, which is precisely why I'm splurging when I have the chance. :mrgreen: I think purchasing expensive bags is something completely relative- you can’t ever say that a number is too much.

My mom used to tell me that her $150 purses were way too expensive and she’d say that she regretted them, etc. but she had a family of 5 and no job at that time.

I have no responsibilities but a car payment and $350 rent I pay my boyfriend to live in his condo, and my boss frequently gives me bonuses, so I can buy one or two $1000 purses a year. I have nothing to support but my closet. I know things will change, which is precisely why I’m splurging when I have the chance.

:mrgreen:

]]> By: maic http://www.purseblog.com/debates/how-much-is-too-much-for-a-handbag.html#comment-219038 maic Thu, 05 Jun 2008 16:07:51 +0000 http://www.purseblog.com/debates/how-much-is-too-much-for-a-handbag/#comment-219038 Although I do agree that jewelry is the better investment, I would like to point out that unless it is estate jewelry, that is jewels that have a certain history and a price point usually well over 500,000, diamonds do lose value. A diamond bought at 75,000 will probably only resell for about 50,000, which is a considerable amount of money (for me anyway) but nevertheless a 25,000 dollar, or 33% loss. Although diamonds do not deteriorate they are valued less with time. I'd also like to note that the only reason diamonds and gold have such high values is because the world markets make them so, they are not actually the rare or precious commodities we believe them to be... They're just very strictly controlled so that they keep their value. And my limit, because I'm a college student, is 1500 and I have to really really love it to justify spending my rent on a bag. Although I do agree that jewelry is the better investment, I would like to point out that unless it is estate jewelry, that is jewels that have a certain history and a price point usually well over 500,000, diamonds do lose value. A diamond bought at 75,000 will probably only resell for about 50,000, which is a considerable amount of money (for me anyway) but nevertheless a 25,000 dollar, or 33% loss. Although diamonds do not deteriorate they are valued less with time.

I’d also like to note that the only reason diamonds and gold have such high values is because the world markets make them so, they are not actually the rare or precious commodities we believe them to be… They’re just very strictly controlled so that they keep their value.

And my limit, because I’m a college student, is 1500 and I have to really really love it to justify spending my rent on a bag.

]]> By: Jahpson http://www.purseblog.com/debates/how-much-is-too-much-for-a-handbag.html#comment-218913 Jahpson Wed, 04 Jun 2008 15:45:27 +0000 http://www.purseblog.com/debates/how-much-is-too-much-for-a-handbag/#comment-218913 thanks! thanks!

]]> By: Carry http://www.purseblog.com/debates/how-much-is-too-much-for-a-handbag.html#comment-218888 Carry Wed, 04 Jun 2008 09:40:50 +0000 http://www.purseblog.com/debates/how-much-is-too-much-for-a-handbag/#comment-218888 meg, looks like someone copied your style... http://www.lynnlim.com/?p=10 meg, looks like someone copied your style…

http://www.lynnlim.com/?p=10

]]> By: Kelly http://www.purseblog.com/debates/how-much-is-too-much-for-a-handbag.html#comment-218689 Kelly Mon, 02 Jun 2008 01:49:13 +0000 http://www.purseblog.com/debates/how-much-is-too-much-for-a-handbag/#comment-218689 My budget is very much dependent on my salary. When I was earning aroud $2,500 a month, $500 seem like the max I will spend on a bag. Then I've got a $4,000 a month salary, and to spend $1000+ seems okay. If I have a monthly income of say, $10,000 ( or a millionaire husband ), then things might be different... My budget is very much dependent on my salary.

When I was earning aroud $2,500 a month, $500 seem like the max I will spend on a bag.

Then I’ve got a $4,000 a month salary, and to spend $1000+ seems okay.

If I have a monthly income of say, $10,000 ( or a millionaire husband ), then things might be different…

]]> By: KC in Philly http://www.purseblog.com/debates/how-much-is-too-much-for-a-handbag.html#comment-218673 KC in Philly Sun, 01 Jun 2008 22:38:02 +0000 http://www.purseblog.com/debates/how-much-is-too-much-for-a-handbag/#comment-218673 I was surprised in seeing the vote count that $3,000 is the threshold of many. It is my personal one even though I haven't even purchased a bag which is a third of that. I was surprised in seeing the vote count that $3,000 is the threshold of many. It is my personal one even though I haven’t even purchased a bag which is a third of that.

]]> By: eris http://www.purseblog.com/debates/how-much-is-too-much-for-a-handbag.html#comment-218641 eris Sun, 01 Jun 2008 15:49:17 +0000 http://www.purseblog.com/debates/how-much-is-too-much-for-a-handbag/#comment-218641 An addition to my previous comment: This society has been highly influence by the media, that praises being rich and famous (i.e. Paris Hilton and Sex and the City). This subliminal message in our TV programme triggers girls to crave, to buy, to compare, to become materialistic – we are turning into slaves of ourselves and each other. Be happy with ourselves is more important than anything that we can ask for. An addition to my previous comment:

This society has been highly influence by the media, that praises being rich and famous (i.e. Paris Hilton and Sex and the City). This subliminal message in our TV programme triggers girls to crave, to buy, to compare, to become materialistic – we are turning into slaves of ourselves and each other.

Be happy with ourselves is more important than anything that we can ask for.

]]> By: eris http://www.purseblog.com/debates/how-much-is-too-much-for-a-handbag.html#comment-218640 eris Sun, 01 Jun 2008 15:24:55 +0000 http://www.purseblog.com/debates/how-much-is-too-much-for-a-handbag/#comment-218640 The answer is complex because the absolute number is not meaningful from a bag owner’s point of view. This dollar amounts and the number of votes are good survey results for manufactures to determine the price range that is acceptable to consumers. Therefore, for the smart girls, who want the bag price to go down, you should vote for the lowest number available. As a girl, who loves her bag too much, I buy bag to be good to myself, to pamper myself. Therefore, there is always a formula: Happy = bag x other aspects of my life If I were pay more than my budget limit, that is more than half year of savings while I live a normal life, my other aspects of my life will balance out the “happiness”, hence, the total amount of happy I earn from this bag purchase is not increased. This formula only works for me and everyone has their own formula. In summary, I buy the bag for myself and not to show off to the others. Once, this motive is steering in the other direction, it is too much. The answer is complex because the absolute number is not meaningful from a bag owner’s point of view. This dollar amounts and the number of votes are good survey results for manufactures to determine the price range that is acceptable to consumers. Therefore, for the smart girls, who want the bag price to go down, you should vote for the lowest number available.
As a girl, who loves her bag too much, I buy bag to be good to myself, to pamper myself. Therefore, there is always a formula:
Happy = bag x other aspects of my life
If I were pay more than my budget limit, that is more than half year of savings while I live a normal life, my other aspects of my life will balance out the “happiness”, hence, the total amount of happy I earn from this bag purchase is not increased.
This formula only works for me and everyone has their own formula. In summary, I buy the bag for myself and not to show off to the others. Once, this motive is steering in the other direction, it is too much.

]]> By: Contessa http://www.purseblog.com/debates/how-much-is-too-much-for-a-handbag.html#comment-218633 Contessa Sun, 01 Jun 2008 14:54:12 +0000 http://www.purseblog.com/debates/how-much-is-too-much-for-a-handbag/#comment-218633 I guess it all comes down to your passion and finding what you love. Personally, I'd never spend $140K on a handbag, but if someone else can afford it and love it, well then, good for them! There are people who spend hundreds of thousands of dollars on art, jewels, fur, cars, etc......Frivolous?? Perhaps, however, it's all relatively subjective, don't you think???? I guess it all comes down to your passion and finding what you love.

Personally, I’d never spend $140K on a handbag, but if someone else can afford it and love it, well then, good for them!

There are people who spend hundreds of thousands of dollars on art, jewels, fur, cars, etc……Frivolous?? Perhaps, however, it’s all relatively subjective, don’t you think????

]]> By: sugarscrub http://www.purseblog.com/debates/how-much-is-too-much-for-a-handbag.html#comment-218604 sugarscrub Sun, 01 Jun 2008 07:43:04 +0000 http://www.purseblog.com/debates/how-much-is-too-much-for-a-handbag/#comment-218604 I love bags as much as I love jewelry... I think of them as investments, agree? I'd say: If you can afford it, then by all means buy it! Here's the thing though... I hope that you are also willing to share some of your blessings to those who are in need :grin: I love bags as much as I love jewelry… I think of them as investments, agree? I’d say: If you can afford it, then by all means buy it! Here’s the thing though… I hope that you are also willing to share some of your blessings to those who are in need :grin:

]]> By: sugarcookie72 http://www.purseblog.com/debates/how-much-is-too-much-for-a-handbag.html#comment-218554 sugarcookie72 Sun, 01 Jun 2008 01:22:36 +0000 http://www.purseblog.com/debates/how-much-is-too-much-for-a-handbag/#comment-218554 What a great topic! I love bags & right now I have no limit as to how much is "too much". I don't buy what's "in", I buy what I LOVE and it costs what it costs. Sometimes what I love is currently "in" but that's neither here nor there to me. I expect that when I start having childen my priorities will change and I'm okay with that. For now, I buy what I can afford & I'm simply enjoying my handbag obsession. What a great topic! I love bags & right now I have no limit as to how much is “too much”. I don’t buy what’s “in”, I buy what I LOVE and it costs what it costs. Sometimes what I love is currently “in” but that’s neither here nor there to me.

I expect that when I start having childen my priorities will change and I’m okay with that. For now, I buy what I can afford & I’m simply enjoying my handbag obsession.

]]> By: Kris http://www.purseblog.com/debates/how-much-is-too-much-for-a-handbag.html#comment-218521 Kris Sat, 31 May 2008 20:23:44 +0000 http://www.purseblog.com/debates/how-much-is-too-much-for-a-handbag/#comment-218521 Why should they be ashamed of themselves? Does that mean they should not be ashamed if they buy a $4k bag and drive a Hummer and live in a castle? Someone is shame-worthy because they drive a less expensive car or live in an apartment and splurge on nice handbags? Please remember that not everyone wants to own a big home or drive a fancy car. Why should they be ashamed of themselves? Does that mean they should not be ashamed if they buy a $4k bag and drive a Hummer and live in a castle? Someone is shame-worthy because they drive a less expensive car or live in an apartment and splurge on nice handbags? Please remember that not everyone wants to own a big home or drive a fancy car.

]]> By: Sakyie http://www.purseblog.com/debates/how-much-is-too-much-for-a-handbag.html#comment-218438 Sakyie Fri, 30 May 2008 23:07:49 +0000 http://www.purseblog.com/debates/how-much-is-too-much-for-a-handbag/#comment-218438 by the way in tampa bay florida & the current real estate slump you can get condos between 120-170k waterfront condos! this area is gorgeous..the shopping is fab...they're actually building another mall here very soon:) by the way in tampa bay florida & the current real estate slump you can get condos between 120-170k waterfront condos! this area is gorgeous..the shopping is fab…they’re actually building another mall here very soon:)

]]> By: Sakyie http://www.purseblog.com/debates/how-much-is-too-much-for-a-handbag.html#comment-218437 Sakyie Fri, 30 May 2008 23:05:41 +0000 http://www.purseblog.com/debates/how-much-is-too-much-for-a-handbag/#comment-218437 I'm 23, college grad, no kids...financially independent of my family. so at this point...i feel no reason to "justify" the way i spend my money...currently i feel 3000 is a good cap for me. and i buy maybe 2 bags per year if that...i do feel its silly to go into debt for bags...or buy expensive bags if you're living paycheck to paycheck...however everyone's priorities are different...i make sure that my purchasing a new bag doesnt interfere with paying the rent ya know? i buy bags that im absolutely in love with and though my collection isnt huge i adore every single piece :smile: I’m 23, college grad, no kids…financially independent of my family. so at this point…i feel no reason to “justify” the way i spend my money…currently i feel 3000 is a good cap for me. and i buy maybe 2 bags per year if that…i do feel its silly to go into debt for bags…or buy expensive bags if you’re living paycheck to paycheck…however everyone’s priorities are different…i make sure that my purchasing a new bag doesnt interfere with paying the rent ya know? i buy bags that im absolutely in love with and though my collection isnt huge i adore every single piece :smile:

]]> By: Katt http://www.purseblog.com/debates/how-much-is-too-much-for-a-handbag.html#comment-218436 Katt Fri, 30 May 2008 23:02:29 +0000 http://www.purseblog.com/debates/how-much-is-too-much-for-a-handbag/#comment-218436 I think the most I can justify for a bag is probably $3000. And that would be the cost of one semester for my Canadian in province tuition at a reputable University. And where I live unfortunately $140 000 will never get you a Condo, maybe one with no windows and a broken door and problematic toliet. I think its important to keep within your own threshold. Its okay to obsess, as long as you're not remortgaging your house to do so. I don't own an excess amount of bags (I'm more Carrie Bradshaw Shoe obsession) but at the same time, I think that if you can attribute the purchasing of something you really want with an achievement (proportionate to price and the goal of course) I say why not splurge - You've earned it : ] And of course like most things, it should be proportionate to your income. If you spend more than half your income on purses, maybe you should talk to your financial advisor about how to start a purse trust, help you maintain a good level of purse splurges while building your wealth. I think the most I can justify for a bag is probably $3000. And that would be the cost of one semester for my Canadian in province tuition at a reputable University. And where I live unfortunately $140 000 will never get you a Condo, maybe one with no windows and a broken door and problematic toliet.

I think its important to keep within your own threshold. Its okay to obsess, as long as you’re not remortgaging your house to do so. I don’t own an excess amount of bags (I’m more Carrie Bradshaw Shoe obsession) but at the same time, I think that if you can attribute the purchasing of something you really want with an achievement (proportionate to price and the goal of course) I say why not splurge – You’ve earned it : ]

And of course like most things, it should be proportionate to your income. If you spend more than half your income on purses, maybe you should talk to your financial advisor about how to start a purse trust, help you maintain a good level of purse splurges while building your wealth.

]]> By: Darlene http://www.purseblog.com/debates/how-much-is-too-much-for-a-handbag.html#comment-218409 Darlene Fri, 30 May 2008 18:51:04 +0000 http://www.purseblog.com/debates/how-much-is-too-much-for-a-handbag/#comment-218409 Lisa, If you are so concerned about people who do not have running water or food to eat, why is the cutoff point $1000? Why not $100? Or $10? I'm just curious. Lisa,
If you are so concerned about people who do not have running water or food to eat, why is the cutoff point $1000? Why not $100? Or $10? I’m just curious.

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