1234 What is a Closet Confessional? Our Closet Confessionals series each features one reader responding to a number of questions about their income, shopping habits, bag collections and beyond. We want to demystify the numbers and internal negotiations that are always lurking in the background behind anyone’s love for shopping. To participate, all you have to do is fill out the following questionnaire. The more detail, the better. Your name and email will be kept confidential and only used if we need to reach out to you for additional clarification, should we choose to publish your answers. Updated October 2024Basic BioName*Email* Do you wish to reveal your identity to our readers?* Yes No Where can our readers find you online?Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, Facebook, Snapchat, etc.?Are you a PurseForum (TPF) member?* Yes No Your Age?*Your Gender Identity?Where do you live?*For example: Miami, FL or Berlin, GERWhat is your occupation?*What industry do you work in?*What is your annual salary range? Total household income?* Onto The Bags…How many bags do you own?*What bags are in your collection?If your collection is too large, list your most notable ones.How much is your collection worth in total?*What is your most expensive bag?*Do you ever experience buyer’s remorse after purchasing a bag? If so, how do you deal with it?*Do you feel a desire to downsize your collection? If so, what factors are driving that decision?*Exploring the growing trend of “less is more” and how it impacts luxury consumers.What age did you get your first designer bag, and what was it?*Is there a specific bag you are looking to purchase next?Do you have a ‘holy grail’ dream bag you've always wanted to own?*Any particular bag that holds a special sentimental value?*Do you feel like your bags change people's perceptions of you or how you're treated?*Do you want them to – at work, in public, or among friends?How do you take care of your handbags?* On ShoppingHow often do you buy new bags?*How has your bag collection changed during the past few years, and why?*Do you prefer shopping for bags online or in-store? Why?*Which stores do you frequent the most?*Have you ever returned a bag after purchasing it? Why did you make that decision?*Do you ever buy second-hand bags, and if so, where do you buy used?*Do you ever donate or gift your old bags?*If so, to whom?Do you feel that social media or influencer culture pressures you to buy more bags or certain brands?*Keeping up with trends, falling to marketing, etc.Do you consider your bag purchases financial or emotional investments?*Do you follow the latest fashion trends when deciding on your next purchase, or do you prefer classic styles?*Are Sales Associate relationships instrumental to your shopping?*If so, describe the relationship.Do you enjoy shopping beyond just acquiring something new?*Satisfying a shopping addiction? Retail therapy? Do you consider yourself a shopaholic?Have you ever felt you received inferior service at a store or boutique due to your appearance, ethnicity or gender?*Share your story.What are factors that may dissuade you from buying a bag, even if you like it?*Is there a brand you outright refuse to buy? Why?*Do you ever rent designer bags? If so, from where?*How do you feel about the concept of “quiet luxury” (discreet, logo-free bags) vs. “loud luxury” (branded, logo-heavy bags)?* On Budgeting & PerceptionsWho pays for your bags?*Do you set aside a budget for your bag purchases?*…and if so, how much do you set aside monthly/annually?Have you ever purchased a counterfeit because you couldn't afford a designer item?*Do you use financing or payment plans (like Afterpay or Klarna) for bag purchases?*Do you ever resell bags on platforms like The RealReal, Fashionphile, or Vestiaire Collective?*Do you think owning luxury bags helps you in professional or social situations? How so?*Do you ever hide purchases from your significant other? Have you ever lied about the cost of a bag to avoid judgment?*Have your friends or family ever criticized your bag-buying habits? If so, how did you respond?*Do you think your shopping is ever a problem? Have you ever felt like you were struggling with a shopping addiction?*Have you managed to overcome it, and if so, how?Let's get personalWhat is your greatest extravagance?What is your greatest fear?What is the trait you most admire in others?Which living person do you most admire?What or who is the greatest love of your life?What is your favorite journey you have taken so far?What is your idea of perfect happiness?Any parting words you would like to share with our readers?Upload A Few Images Of Your Bags! Drop files here or Select files Max. file size: 400 MB. Share pictures of your precious collection with us for use in the article. Optional, but highly encouraged!Spam CheckPlease mark the checkbox to verify you are indeed a human and not a bot. Δ