Can you imagine what would happen if we all took a pause at the same time for 6 months!?

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

I am on mine! It would be interesting to see what the luxury brands would do.

@melxx4035

3 ай бұрын

Gosh i wish we could all collectively do that, forcing them to mark down the prices 😂👌🏽😅

@bobolikitten

3 ай бұрын

@@melxx4035Let’s do it!!!! It would shock them and force a change all the way down to the reseller market too.

@jtw22

3 ай бұрын

I'm pausing

I think that because of the pandemic we all went into this mass hysteria where everyone was hyping everyone else up with luxury. We had the time, the resources, and the social media connection. This is just the aftermath. We’re all finally healing via price increases and poor quality.

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

I find that so interesting because as a KZreadr we have been hyping each other up for so many years I didn't realize how many people got into luxury during the pandemic. I do think it is the aftermath as well.

It’s the prices! They are trying to push the middle class out of the picture! They have risen the prices so much that we can’t afford it anymore! I to bought my channel Jumbo for $5500! Who wants to pay $ 11 thousand plus dollars?!? Not me!???? Great video! What do we do?! I’m over it!

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

The prices are so crazy. I got my Jumbo for $5500 too, no way I would pay $11,700 + tax today.

@bostonandbeyondfrenchbulld7335

3 ай бұрын

@@LuxPurselove, me too. My two 2.55 size 226 and 1 jumbo were all $5500. I would not pay current prices. I do have newer 2.55 minis tho that I paid $4400 and $4900 for . I love them! And, all of my Chanel bags are exceptional quality. I luckily haven’t had any quality issues.

Omg, Melinda. This was exactly what I saw at the department stores recently. We just came back from vacation. I went to Chanel, literally no customers at store and same as other designer stores. Haha, you broke with Chanel, totally understand. I’m thinking to stop making luxury content videos or just stop YT completely for a while. Because I’m not sure if people want to watch them anymore.I still have one video to post , then I need to think about what is the next. Thank you so much for sharing. That is a great video 💕

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

It is very strange, we got so used to the stores being so crowded. I would really miss you on YT but I understand. I will watch whatever content you would like to make, luxury or not! Xoxo

I'm Brazilian and I live in São Paulo, the biggest and richest city here, let me tell you something: There is no wait list for nothing, Hermes you can walk by and have any bag you want, Rolex have all the models available and flying off the shelves, not mentioning that they are so lovely you literally stop by and they serve you canapés, macarons, champagne, it wonderful, you guys won't believe, plus, LV covered me in treats just to replace my luggage handle, I was astonished!

@tamikajeanmarie

3 ай бұрын

I'm booking my flight to Sao Paulo!😀

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

@thebrazilianguy3957 Wow that sounds nice! There are no bags in Hermes here and Rolex's are still hard to come by. Glad you were treated so nice in LV!

@alexandrak.9521

3 ай бұрын

Sounds lovely!!!!

I just wanted to explain the Chanel advertisement. B. Pitt and P. Cruz repeat some cult scenes of the French New Wave classic film "A man and a woman" directed by Claude Lelouch in 1966. The whole story of the movie takes place in Deauville, a city strong connected with Coco Chanel. In the specific scene taking place in the restaurant, the director Claude Lelouch put the Chanel bag (which in real life belonged to the actress of his movie) between the actress and the actor. This scene is a key moment of the film, a sexy moment. The beginn of an affair? Therefore the question concerning a free room ... No spoiler here! You have to watch the film!!! 😁 The black Chanel, this object of desire, is a symbol of the mounting attraction of the man and the woman to each other. I hope I could help with my explanation.

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

Ah ha! Thank you! I couldn't make heads or tails out of that one!

I live here in Vegas half the year and that’s very true…. There’s a ton of shopping still going on. Vegas is my favorite place to shop so I hold out until I’m here as well but while it’s still busy here, the luxury store employees are sitting around twiddling their thumbs in empty shops almost every time I walk past a boutique . I don’t think luxury shopping is dead but it is out of reach for most people right now and they have more design / price/ quality competition with contemporary brands as well

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

I wasn't sure if I was just there an off week or what because usually there are so many shoppers. I agree with it being out of reach and there are some great more affordable brands.

I haven’t purchased a luxury bag in 2 years and have no plans of doing so, just enjoying my current collection. IMO the prices have gotten way out of hand, I can afford them but it’s just not worth it to me. I’d rather spend on travel & experiences now days.

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

The prices really are crazy. Travel and experiences are always better than leather.

If every bag I own is a luxury bag then it’s no longer a luxury, it’s simply a nice bag. Luxury has become far more commonplace and with the amount of new collections being churned out, there isn’t time for an ‘It’ bag. The reason you haven’t noticed the price increase at LV is because each new release has the increase rather than doing it across the board. I think most people feel they have what they need for now.

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

@AnUrbanGypsy Yes I knew they were doing that with the new collections but it has been awhile since the whole inventory has gone up. I disagree that if every bag I own is luxury then it is no longer luxury. I don't think the amount negates the luxury aspect, to me at least. And yes way too many new releases are constantly pumped out.

I agree! I have noticed less lines outside designer stores and it seems less people are willing to pay the current prices! I think luxury will pick up again but it might take a year or two! It’s interesting to observe ❤❤

@Chunkyshoesuk

3 ай бұрын

I just watched your vid about this too 😂😂

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

@Jessiestyle It really is interesting. I don't go to luxury shops that often and I haven't seen them so quiet in such a long time. I am unwilling to pay a lot of today's prices myself.

I think we are sort of taking a step back in time when luxury was truly luxury and not fast fashion. If that makes sense. Mainly because of the cost of living. I have noticed Chanel and even birkin prices dropping/sitting longer on fashionphile.

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

They needed to drop, I am always shocked at what FP charges. It would be nice if it stopped being fast fashion and true luxury for sure.

I walked down Sloane Street in London a couple of weeks ago on a Friday afternoon. I saw about 4 other people at most. Gucci, Chanel, Miu Miu all completely empty when I walked past. I went in Hermes and I was the only person in there too. It felt quite eerie

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

That is really how it felt in Vegas, like where was everyone?

I think that luxury has gotten too greedy. There was a day you could set aside extra money from a your paycheck and you could buy a Neverfull. Now they have priced those bags out of reach for many. Our money is now going for groceries etc. Something needs to change but I don’t see LV, Chanel etc lowering prices 😞

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

Very true. My first Neverfull was around $800 I think. Brands do lower prices, I have seen it a few times but they won't ever lower them back to "normal" levels we were used to.

Yes I have seen that ad, all that price increases from customers has gone into the pockets of the already very rich Cruz and Pitt. Good video Melinda. I think we will be seeing supply in excess of demand.

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

They spent a lot of money on that campaign for sure and it does nothing to make me want to go back to shopping at Chanel.

I think it has to do with price increases and the economy. Unfortunately since the pandemic prices have gone up but the economy is horrible. People are deciding on buying a bag or putting food on the table. It’s unfortunate but true. Myself, I’ve moved more towards the luxury resellers. I have purchased so many amazing bags from my wishlist for way way under retail. Why purchase brand new when I’m getting like new under retail and saving on tax. I’m not paying 11,700 for the shopping bag and packaging 😂. It’s funny because like you I’ve looked through the LV website and 2 years ago everything was call for availability now everything is place in cart. Ironic to say the least. ❤❤

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

I totally agree with you. I am always so shocked at our Costco or grocery bill for 2 people and I really feel for families. That is awesome you have saved so much and still have gotten the bags you want! It is rather ironic about LV is it not? Xoxo

Love the bag candy in the background! ❤

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

Thank you!

Subscribed!❤ Love love love all of your Chanel purses❤❤❤

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

Such a great video. The cost of living has skyrocketed with lots of stores closing down here. Luxury has gotten more and more expensive, even high end luxury lovers saying that they are enjoying more contemporary brands. You look lovely as always ❤

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

Thank you Margarett! It has skyrocketed here too, I am always shocked at what we pay at the grocery for 2 people. There are so many lovely contemporary brands now too. Xoxo

I think it’s because the prices are ridiculous. I’ve moved to the preloved market for the most part.

I think it’s the economy in general too on top of the ridiculous pricing, declining quality and the rise of good quality mid range brands.

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

Very true.

I’m not sure if it’s an age thing, but I am just a lot less excited about luxury shopping than I was a decade ago. The prices are out of control and I feel there is so much more stuff being released now, I just can’t keep up! And a lot of it is kind of repetitive, it has to be something exceptional to get me excited these days. And I am actually enjoying the slowdown - it feels more precious now when I do decide to buy something!

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

I don't think it's an age thing but if you've been buying for 10 years I totally get that it isn't as exciting. I feel the same way and it is really nice for it too feel special again after slowing down.

Meliinda great video! I think it's a combination of all things-- price increases, quality issues, saturation of luxury products. I was an avid Chanel buyer and I have totally cooled off. Also was in Las Vegas at the Wynn in February and noticed most stores to be quiet as well. I'm not sure luxury is over but it seems to be cooling. Thank again!

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

Thank you! It really does seem to be cooling off now.

I noticed the same thing when my husband and I were on vacation in Honolulu a few weeks ago. There were no lines and many of the boutiques were quite empty. I think we’re all bored and burnt out with luxury bags now. I’m glad you enjoyed your trip to Vegas!

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

I think that is a very good point. Thank you, it was nice to relax.

I think the luxury experience is a thing of the past for many people these days. And our lifestyles may have changed . To where we can just enjoy using the luxuries that we already have. I’m going back to Vegas and I plan on doing everything but shop this year 😊.

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

I hope you have a fun trip! :)

I’m in the Midwest and I have noticed fewer people in stores too. The sales associates in Chanel look bored, the store is so empty. I still shop some, but have definitely pulled back. I can’t justify some of these ridiculous new prices.

Years ago my younger self did a lot of impulse buying with luxury bags, now I’m more about having a nice quality vacation with a cheap purse that has $$ in it . 😂 I refuse to pay today’s crazy prices, besides we really only need a few good ones…unless you’re a collector.😊

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

Travel and memories are always better than bags. :)

In Vegas for March the 9th thru the 16th, most of time my daughter and were the only ones in a lux stores. Lots of pink in Chanel in Crystal's, too. I liked no wait and had lots of time to talk to SAs and try on all I wanted. Everything I wanted to see was in stock...nothing much sold out. Everyone was super friendly. I think prices and many just not into shopping lately. Even friends who do not shop lux are not shopping much either. I do not think shopping or lux is done but has slowed down. Like you, I have lots of travel this year but I am still buying luxury. Thanks for info and have a wonderful week!

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

It is nice with no wait time and when you can actually find and see the items in person. Jenny said you were just lovely, she enjoyed meeting you. Have a wonderful week too!

This was such a great video, Melinda! Very interesting hearing about your Vegas (window) shopping experience. The fact that Dooney uses premium hardware, has quality leathers & workmanship, while offering reasonable prices (in contrast with "luxury" brands) was particularly interesting. Same with Coach. They use brass instead of plated hardware, and it will stay looking beautiful by using a polishing cloth occasionally. I have no idea why people who can afford to spend big bucks on luxury goods are backing away, but the ridiculous price increases are enough to put anyone off. I'm still looking to purchase the Gucci Ophidia like yours, but waited to sell my LV Speedy 20 first. I have a small collection but still have bags that sit unused for months at a time. Perhaps the thrill is just gone. 😢

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

Thank you Cher! It is baffling that Coach and Dooney upgrade their hardware and none of the luxury houses do. I have considered selling my Speedy too because I like the Ophida so much more. Good luck on your sale!

I personally think it's the prices. They are too out of whack! Even for pre-loved. I try to buy pre-loved when I can, but some of the bags and small leather good are actually more pre-loved than buying new. Now that's when it's time to draw the line.

@CogMarks

3 ай бұрын

I understand charging more for a popular discontinued item in excellent condition, but Fashionphile is charging over retail for bags with missing straps and pochettes when the bags are readily available from the online boutiques. I would understand if they had bags that were constantly sold out at the boutique.

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

I cannot agree more. I see preloved at the same price as new or more than new (and you can easily buy the bag new not a limited piece) and no way will I pay that either.

There's nothing new under the sun... I'm not the least bit shocked, however I am excited we've finally arrived to this chapter and I'm excited to see what the next chapter will bring. There were shifts made long before 2020, I know I saw it. When paused,and paused long enough, control is regained & the eyes can see. Wonderful video, you shared so much information here. 💛

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

There really isn't anything new. Yes you are right about pausing, I think you'll enjoy my video on that when I make it in a few weeks. I was surprised at how I felt vs how I expected to feel about stopping shopping. Xoxo

I went to Cartier, Chanel and LV this past Friday and the atores were packed. There was even a line outside of a Chanel. I even commented on how busy it is was whilw qorking with my FA. While I think some people are turned off by the classic prices, I do see people buying other seasonal bags and shoes. Some may be slowing down, but luxury shopping seems to be alive in well in my city! Only time will tell if it continues.

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

That is very interesting! Are you in the USA?

@AsiaC303

3 ай бұрын

@@LuxPurselove Yup. I went to the Cartier and LV at Tysons (in northern VA) and Chanel and LV in City Center (DC).

Great video babe, The new Chanel ad campaign it is paying homage to the 60s movie A man and a woman by Claude Lelouch. It seems really weird at first if you don’t know but it’s a really really famous Oscar winning film, which actually features a handbag like that.

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

Thanks Jerusha! Yes two other people told me that and it make a lot more sense to me now. I was just like she wants a bigger tip not a room lol.

@JerushaCouture

3 ай бұрын

lol!!!!!!! ‘. Not a bigger room!!’ You’re gorgeous

Hi Melinda! I was in Vegas too, and I'm pretty sure I saw you and your husband in the Celine store at the Wynn. I was a little shy to approach you and say hello. I definitely agree with you about the boutiques being pretty dead. I got helped at all the boutiques as soon as I walked in them. I too broke up with Chanel !! 😂 I got my first Chanel in 2017 for my 50th birthday and can't believe the current prices. The quality just doesn't match these prices any more. Love all your videos and so happy you have returned back to KZread. Keep up the good work👏

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

Hi! The SA you worked with said hello for you, he said you were too shy to say hello. Feel free to say hi anytime! I got my Jumbo in either in 2017 or 2018 and I totally agree with you. I am glad we both got good quality and a much lower price. Thank you so very much!

@mkx1967

3 ай бұрын

@@LuxPurselove Next time, I promise I will say hello! 😊 Thank you for your response!

I was in vegas a couple months ago and nobody was in the luxury stores. Rarely saw any shopping bags. When I walked into the stores the sales associates were all over me. Interesting how things have changed. I have taken a step back and haven't bought anything luxury in a while. I have all the things I want (that would be reasonable for my income) and I am actually considering selling a couple items.

I don’t think it’s the quality. The world is in a bad place today and spending a lot of money for luxury goods is just not a priority for so many people when many have other worries. It may come back again at some point but not in the immediate future IMO.

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

I agree with you.

I do think its slowed down. There is a brand new Fendi store near me and the two times i went in it was empty

Great point Melinda, I know I’m Pretty bored of it , think of changing my content 😘❤️

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

I will watch whatever content you make Viv! Xoxo

The luxury market is definitely very quiet.

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

It sure is.

Luxury (bags) just aren’t as fun as many years ago. They’re so ridiculously expensive, so much more $$$ for the same item is just not justified. When I see someone carrying an expensive bag I don’t admire it, I think why on earth would they pay so much $$$$$ for it.

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

Yes many are so much more money now like the LV mini pochette etc. I personally wouldn't buy those today. I don't ever look at anyone and question why they do what they want with their own money though. Live and let live and to each their own.

I think the price increases have priced out the aspirational shoppers. I loved Chanel but between the waitlists for the new collections the past couple of years, the decreasing quality, and the ridiculous price increases., I am done with them The only luxury bag I will be purchasing this year is my SO from Hermes, and once it arrives. I am pretty much at purse peace. And I'm heading to Vegas in June so it will be interesting to see if the store traffic has picked up.

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

That is a very exciting bag! If you're only getting one I think that is the best one! Enjoy it! :)

❤This is an excellent video….I’ve definitely noticed this. For those of us who have been luxury shopping the 10, 15, 20 years, the quality for the price just doesn’t match up. I noticed that Fashionphile lowered their down payment for layaway & prices are a bit higher than usual.

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

Thank you Karen! I rarely luxury shop unless I am traveling so I had no idea. So many of you have noticed the slow down too. FP needs to not price everything so high or over retail.

@karentolliver-jones4894

3 ай бұрын

@@LuxPurselove I totally agree with you.

I agree! 1.the price 2. Quality 3. Fast fashion like, there is not one single bag that I wanted since March.2022, that’s the last time I got luxury handbag, it’s been 2 years now😂

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

That's awesome!

Hi Melinda. Very interesting topic. I just came back from NY and I did see people is stores in SoHo but what I noticed is that people in NY we’re not carrying a lot of “designer” bags. I think quality and price increases play a part but also the fear of carrying those luxury brands and being a target. With social media people who don’t shop luxury knows those prices so people who has those bags are much more careful of using their bags so they are not targets. I brought my Chanel 22 to NY really didn’t enjoy using it as I was using public transportation and felt I had to be so careful to not show the logo. I’m finding myself more comfortable using other brands without logos or minimal logos during my travels.

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

I understand that. I have a girlfriend who is a native NYC girl and I would not feel comfortable using a designer bag on public transit either. She won't even use her air pods to listen to anything while on them.

@mlcymc1

3 ай бұрын

@@LuxPurselove yes. People really have to be careful these days so many times I wonder if it’s worth buying luxuries if we can’t enjoy using them due to safety reasons.

On my last several visits to Tiffany & Co, I was the only one in the stores (three different stores, on three different occasions). Louis Vuitton is ruining Tiffany. Most of the sterling silver jewelry has been retired and the prices of all jewelry and have increased significantly. They also tripled the prices of some of the Tiffany flatware pieces. I’m done with Tiffany. So sad….

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

I agree, I was not happy when LVMH acquired Tiffany. I see the changes in the way they increase prices to the silver like you said.

Hi Melinda I don’t know if it’s dead but I do believe that consumers are having to reevaluate whether it’s worth it anymore I love Chanel but I’m just so over the insane price increases it’s not about the money it’s about the principle of the matter anyway I digress i did a 3 month ban island that needed March 9 I really realized how out of control my consumption was so I sold over 2/3 of my collection and really have no desire to buy I still love my luxury but I’m on pause too💚💚💚💚

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

I totally agree with you, we have to decide if it is worth it. Even if you can afford it do you want to part with 12k for a bag is what we should all be asking ourselves. That is great you have no desire to buy and I bet you are enjoying your collection even more with downsizing. Xoxo

I’m on a no buy year myself because I just decided to pause and enjoy what I have. I also don’t really like the new releases so that’s a good thing. I watched Cassie’s video and the prices are crazy.

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

It is good to step back and enjoy what we have. I really found her video interesting!

I was also in Vegas recently and can attest to all of this. No lines anywhere and sales associates were standing around bored. Every store I went into was empty. I was the only customer. It was nice 😂

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

It was nice not waiting and getting to see what you want for sure!

It’s so interesting I haven’t noticed the change here in Australia and I’ve travelled to our two major cities in the past month, everything still looked pretty healthy in terms of customers. The prices are crazy, but I find generally that trends affected by finance tend not to affect us as much as our cousins in the Northern hemisphere (touch wood)

@ladysusanjane2682

3 ай бұрын

We don’t have any big name stores where I live but DJs is a ghost town most of the time. Perhaps Sydney and Melbourne might be more bustling.

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

@DaylesAddiction That is really interesting that Australia is so different. Hopefully you won't see these effect as strongly there.

Linda i have only one chanel bag and one small wallet and with this prices they make me sick to my stomach that i dont think purchasing anything from them and i dont need it .

I went to the designer outlet mall, Coach was busy but the other bag store were empty, however there were huge lines for Nike and Levi’s. I just won’t pay the prices now for designer bags because they aren’t worth it. I’ll buy coach etc.

I started my luxury shopping about two years before the pandemic and bought and sold a lot during the pandemic. I was not buying to resell but it took a lot of trial and error to figure out what worked for my lifestyle. I made some huge profits especially on reselling Chanel and goyard bags on eBay. Things have slowed down quite a bit the last couple of years. I still sell some bags but it takes longer. I think people are just spending on other things…unless you’re a collector, you don’t need to be buying several bags a year. I’ve also grown tired of the reselling process since I list and sell things myself so I’m more discerning when it comes to making a luxury purchase now.

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

It does take a bit to find your style and what works for you. Reselling is never any fun and it seems not many are buying right now either.

Thanks for sharing..that's pretty scary that all those shops are empty. It's probably a combination of many things- quiet luxury trend, economy, price increases and many of us over consuming after the pandemic. It feels like a bubble thats about to burst and needs to reset. Luxury is starting to behave like fast fashion it needs to slow down. For me and many others it's an art and love of beautiful things. I don't think it's dead, it clearly needs to evolve.

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

I think it needs to evolve too.

You’re going to hit 30,000 soon! Congratulations Melinda! Maybe Chanel have increased their prices too much too fast. Line outside Hermes…. I wonder why Hermes is different given the negative press they’ve been getting recently. ❤

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

Thank you Maggie! I think in the USA Hermes is doing better because a lot of people who shopped Chanel (my SA told me) have moved onto Hermes because a Birkin 30 is 12k and a Chanel jumbo 11,700 so they think why not go to Hermes? But then they realize soon after it is not like Chanel where you can just buy a bag.

I’m in Vegas now and haven’t been near the luxury shops yet, but I personally don’t plan on buying anything bc of the prices. My last purchase made me realize it’s less worth it to me.

In December we were in Sinapore, Dubai, Malaysia, Thailand all these places have spectacular malls and no lines...going to Paris, London, Greece, Italy in August and I am curious to see how lines will be then...Also going to Miami this week and I will be looking out for those lines...

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

It will be investing to see how Europe is, several of my viewers from there have said the stores are empty too. I wonder about Miami too. Have a great trip!

I was in Vegas Super Bowl week and all the shops were empty. I was shocked, but figured maybe they’re always a little empty, esp because of security outside. These prices are crazy!

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

They are usually very busy. I am shocked they were slow during the Super Bowl!

I stopped by Chanel last week! I literally had a big choice of mini rectangular, pearl crush and woc. I was like what??? I didn’t take any, I’m pretty done with handbags but it was surreal. I’m heading to Vegas in June and I’m planning luxury shopping, we’ll see how it will go! But right now where I live ( California) I totally see the boutiques are less busy for sure. It’s not applicable for Hermès though.🤣

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

Wow you never get to see all of those at once! Same in Vegas, Hermes is totally different.

Great video! I think it's a combination of price increases and more people possibly buying from contemporary brands. For example, Coach has been putting out some cute items with great quality for way less. In my opinion, I think luxury will make a comeback, however the average person will probably not want to drop 11k or even 7k on a handbag lol.

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

Thank you! I agree it is not something most people want to do spending 7-11k on a handbag!

I don't think luxury shopping is dead, I think the rich are getting richer and they don't shop in Las Vegas. Also the kind of person, including me, who watches KZread for luxury content is probably being out priced, I haven't bought a new bag for 18 months. I dont think it has anything to do with quality, these brands all offered repair services even in the so called golden days, I just think faults get talked about on social media now. Probably a controversial opinion but to me the popularity of Hermes seems like a trend that will will fade one day and another fashion house will take over. I would have Fendi over Hermes any day 😂

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

I can assure you the ultra wealthy shop in Las Vegas. They fly in on private jets and sometimes they even close the stores for them for a private shopping experience. Las Vegas is a huge shopping fave for people of all income brackets. My SA's tell me stories of what people spend that shocks me. That is an interesting thought about Hermes, and I am sure you're right. Fendi is fabulous!

Hum, I don’t know. Shops in Dallas-Fort Worth all seem pretty busy still recently. Kind of hope people are slowing down a bit and it may be a bit indicative of the economy unfortunately, but yes, unfortunately Hermes is still always crazy busy!! Going to NYC on Thursday, I’ll report back 🤣

And the 11.12 is the real name for the Medium Classic Flap with CC logo Karl Lagerfeld created in the 1980' as a reinterpretation of the 2.55.

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

Ah ha! Thank you, I never knew that and I didn't see any explanation.

It’s very interesting isn’t it? Times are maybe changing. I do think the prices are crazy. I also think there are soooo many collections now - nothing sells out!

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

It is so interesting! So far only two people have said stores are the same, most say they are empty. There are way too many collections to keep up with too!

You were just in Vegas? I was just there last week with my husband for a few days. It would've been great to see you in real life - I would've come up to say hi :) I did get a Cartier love small bracelet w/6 diamonds in white gold - had it mailed it to me to avoid sales tax (none where I live) and just got it today! I tried on the cuff and it hurt my wrist so I decided on the small. My SA said I could take it on and off daily. But yes, I noticed that the stores were fairly empty as well.

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

We were there the week before you were, but it would have been nice to say hi. :) You are lucky! Cartier has charged me sales tax for several years now and we don't have a store here either. Enjoy your bracelet!

It seems like it. I haven’t seen as much as unboxing this year as compared to previous years. I guess KZreadrs are feeling the burn as well

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

Same here, I haven't seen as many unboxings either. I think a lot of us are feeling these prices are just crazy.

I think it’s the economy prices are too high for even food never mind purchasing a bag. I have the same Chanel jumbo bag which I paid 4500 or 4900 a 10 years ago and it had good quality. The quality is for on some of these bags now is poor for the amount of money they are charging. You mentioned Doomed and Bourke now they’re a great bag for the price and made very well last for years. I’ll stick to using my older Chanel, Hermes Garden Party and Louis Vuitton bags. If I do get one it will be a Dooney. Someone said on this chat to give it pause in shopping which I agree if we stop purchasing these high-end items, they’ll bring the price down to a normal range. Great video by the way, I was in Charleston South Carolina, and went into Gucci in LV and nobody was in there.

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

Thank you Frances! Yes food is so high, I am always shocked at how much we spend to feed just two people. I feel for families. Dooney had some really cute bags, that would be a good brand to consider. I had some a long time ago and they were really well made.

We just got back from Hawaii and the Ala Moana mall and luxury shops in Waikiki were empty. We go every year and there’s always been lines and appointments were highly recommended. This year I saw the SAs heads down on their cell phones looking pretty bored.

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

Wow, it was so crowded when I went pre pandemic.

@mtkaren

3 ай бұрын

@@LuxPurselove yea it’s crazy. We go every year and this year blew me away. Even last year we needed an appointment or you’d have to wait a while. This year they were alone in the stores looking pretty bored. Usually you see so many walking around in Waikiki with their bags from LV, Gucci, etc. not this year. In fact I rarely even saw a person carrying a luxury bag. I really think it’s a fad that’s disappearing.

I think people are just not able to buy as much with the price increases and are having to be more selective. I know I have.

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

Very true.

Omg I was on the dooney website the other day, first time ever and saw that their hardware is gold plated too! What a coincidence. My local boutiques are mostly empty, almost to the point of not wanting to go in to break the silence lol. For some reason I’ve been in this mood to use a well worn bag, disheveled look to throw around. Thinking about buying a vintage Chanel that’s very worn. I think it’s my twisted mind saying, these bags aren’t worth $h!t! 😂

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

If they can do it so can Chanel, it is so crazy. I hope you find one you like!

I broke up with all things luxury over 2 years ago. Been quite happy about it too.

I live in Central Europe namely Vienna, here the luxury shops are empty. Only tourists are buying nowadays. Years ago, I remember there were literally ques for getting into the shops. I have no idea what happened. I already bought the pieces I wanted years ago, and to be honest the pieces nowadays are not very pretty, especially those from LV, not my taste.

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

That is so interesting! So far I hear Paris is still very busy but have heard London and now Vienna are not. There isn't a lot of cute new designs, I agree.

How do you feel about the Coach Tabby 26? I'm on a wait list for the Denim

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

The Tabby isn't for me. But they are very popular so I am the weird one. I hope you get it soon and love it! :)

@dolce_delicious

3 ай бұрын

Thanks for your reply! I hope so too!

I personally think people have bought and bought luxury items and perhaps they are starting to realize they have enough handbags and fine jewelry for a while. I recently bought another LV bag I had been wanting and feel 100 percent satisfied with my handbags and jewelry probably until December or January or maybe next Spring. I don’t use all the bags I own now or wear all the jewelry I own. I was recently in the Nashville store. There were a few people in there. It wasn’t dead but it wasn’t very busy either. I really enjoy your videos. Have you thought about doing other things on You Tube other than luxury? Thanks!

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

That is a great feeling to be satisfied with what you have! Thank you! I do a lot of other types of videos like cooking, travel, non luxury vlogs, chatty topics like this video etc.

@nancyandjoel4134

3 ай бұрын

@@LuxPurselove My C.A. for the Nashville store is Brooks. I’m so happy I met her the day I went in there !

I am not a Chanel expert. I have one vintage bag that was a gift. I recently purchased a small black o case. When I was at the store I had several colors to choose from and several black ones to choose from. This was two or three months ago. The other day I received a text message from the sales associate asking if I wanted anything else. I thought that was odd like she needed a sale. Maybe I’m wrong and that’s their procedure?? I am taking a pause in purchasing luxury bags. I am a LV girl for the most part. I am not selling anything but enough is enough and the prices compared to five years ago is just crazy.

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

From my experience it is very rare for a Chanel SA to reach out to you unless you have spent a lot with them and even then they don't usually reach out to the customer. I am assuming she needed a sale. It really is crazy how much things have gone up in 5 years.

I always take a luxury shopping break for Lent but I’m going to keep going. I also broke up with Chanel a few years ago because I refuse to pay more money for lesser quality. I’m in love with the Dior bag with the Eiffel Tower on the front but I’m not going to buy it. It’s the first bag I have been excited about, other than Hermes, in a very long time. My husband and I love Paris so it would be fun to have. From this day forward I’m going to be very selective about the luxury items I buy. I don’t think it’s dead because there will always be people with lots of money who keep buying but I do think even the uber rich are being more selective.

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

I so agree with you on Chanel. I saw that Lady and it is soooo beautiful but I too am passing. It's too much money for a Lady IMO. I think it is wise to be very selective especially with these high prices.

@JOO-vf8jz

3 ай бұрын

I just feel that Lady Dior with the Eiffel Tower is unique and I bet they won’t make very many of them. It’s tempting because of our love for Paris. I agree though, $6,500 is steep. I was laughing when you said you didn’t know what to do in Vegas without shopping. I feel the same way. I show horses there 2 times a year so we leave the horse show venue to shop and eat. It’s difficult not to get in trouble shopping in Vegas. When you go back, ask for Natalie at Dior in Crystals. She’s an amazing SA. I hope you and your family had a wonderful Easter.

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

@@JOO-vf8jz I agree, it is so unique and so tempting. I wish I thought they would still be around when I go to Paris but I know they won't. Thanks so much, I hope you and your family had a wonderful Easter too!

During the pandemic, I was furloughed, so there was no extra money to spend. Wish i could of because I won't be purchasing with these prices.

The last time I went to LV, there was only myself and one other lady in there and we both had returns due to quality issues. The logo on her LV belt was crooked and the lock on my Pochette Métis was crooked. It certainly put me off to buying right now. The prices + quality are just not something I’m willing to gamble with right now. Not sure if it’s completely dead but for me, at least for the time being, it is.

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

I know what you mean. When I got my defective Speedy 20 in DE it was like how did this bag ever get shipped? The quality and prices do not match up.

Idk about you but I also see less and less ppl carrying luxe bags.. I think a lot if ppl feel unsafe these days and don’t want to stand out, going to Italy this week and also thinking of just bringing my Longchamp le pliage. Have a lovely day🤗

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

Where I live I mostly see LV and that hasn't changed but I did notice in Vegas for the first time a lot of women carrying classic flaps. I have never seen that before there and I have no explanation as to why but a good Longchamp is always a great idea. Thank you, have a lovely day as well!

I live in Central London. I was at Selfrigdes ,Harrods, Bond Street and Sloane Street, omg it’s like Apocalypse! No queue at all. I was served immediately and the SAs was so free and even offered a tour around the LV store in Bond Street. I was like no thanks, I literally spend my whole life in London seeing the store being renovated,brought down renovated again😂Celine, Gucci,Balenziaga, Fendi are all empty! Lol serve these greedy brands right! The SAs must be finding very hard to pass their time😂😂

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

Wow it was so crowded the one time I was there. That would be as creepy as it was going to Vegas during the pandemic! Totally empty.

I noticed that despite the price increases on Chanel flaps, the resale market prices hasn't been keeping up. Buyers are just not buying.

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

I think that could be a good thing.

@Buttercookiesssss

3 ай бұрын

@@LuxPurselove yeah ppl are getting more sensible. Definitely a buyer's market now

I think on top of the increased prices and decreased quality, the luxury community is going through what the beauty community went through in 2016-19, where there was just so much overconsumption and excess that we all became sick of it. And it's especially ironic in the luxury industry that is supposed to be more sustainable and good quality

The luxury stores still have customers in them here in Japan. A lot of tourists are taking advantage of the weak yen and duty free shopping. I see more tourists than locals buying luxury goods. Especially tourists from China.

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

The price increases are insane 😳

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

They really are!

@kaylheecarroll3186

3 ай бұрын

@@LuxPurselove yes they are!

I think it’s a combination of the prices and the economy.

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

I agree!

I think it is everything! :( But a lot of people are "priced out" and the luxury experience has changed :( I have had wonderful SA's over the years but I have noticed lately they are tough to get a quick reply from :( Things are different. I think the preloved market is in for a "pause" as well. Just my opinion :) Would love to know what you think about the Hermes' lawsuit? XO

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

I agree I think it is a cumulation of a lot of things and I agree on the preloved market too. As for the Hermes lawsuit I don't know the law well enough to have a strong opinion. I know Porsche, Rolex and many other brands operate the same way so it will be interesting to see what happens.

It definitely has slowed down ALOT!! ❤❤❤

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

It really has! It was so crazy for so long. Xoxo

Luxury shopping is definitely not dead. Maybe slowed down, but not dead. I’ve been luxury shopping for 30 years. Seems like it’s more cycling. Maybe a downturn now, but I’m sure it will pick up again.

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

I am sure it will too at some point.

I couldn’t give an opinion on this one. I haven’t been to a luxury boutique since before Covid as I buy about 90% of luxury items preloved. It’s not just luxury resellers having sales and sending out discount codes. In the past year and a half everybody seems to be doing it all the time. I think that with the cost of living crisis people aren’t spending money as often as they used to. Once that’s over and people start spending again I expect the non stop sales will stop as suddenly as they started.

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

Yes I have seen so many sales that you wouldn't have seen a year or two ago. It will be interesting to see what people do moving forward.

I became beyond disgusted by the price increases and the declining quality. I ended up selling all of my LV pieces except for a vintage multicolor speedy and a pair of sunglasses. I kept my Chanel and Hermes bags, which I purchased before the nonsense. I started buying more Longchamp, and have you ever gotten into Frye leather? UGH, it's beautiful! I have several pairs of Frye shoes, but their leather handbags are freaking spectacular. I don't miss LV, and I will never - and I mean never - buy Chanel from the boutique. The prices are just plain heinous.

When the luxury shopping experience become no better than any other mall retailer shopping experience, it’s really not that exciting anymore. Not to mention, the new designs are same models in different color or leather… not to mention some ugly and unpractical pieces… it’s just not worth the hassle or the money anymore.

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

I have noticed that as well. For example the LV Loop Hobo came out in leather and only cream and black. The Dior book tote finally came in leather and only beige, black and cream. So boring!

I do think many of the houses are trying to imply exclusivity with the pricing. From a marketing perspective it seems faulty, sacrificing aspiration shoppers (ex-1 sale@ 12k or 3@6k). On a different note have you seen the lambskin(Malletage?) Speedy 25? I noticed it on the LV site and am curious. Don't need another black bag but the design is appealing...

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

I haven't seen it in the Speedy but I have seen the Alma and the GO-14 and it is beautiful leather.

@teresaosborne8483

3 ай бұрын

This is a not puffy version in the lamb skin I believe. I love how you are always so kind and thoughtful😘

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

@@teresaosborne8483 That sounds neat, I haven't seen that yet. Thank you so much!

People aren’t buying as much because it is dangerous to use what you buy!!! I have 2 new LV bags, never used,,,WHY,,,,i don’t want to be shot, robbed, mugged over my bag,,, and it happens everywhere in this city!!!!!!

I think the ad with Penelope Cruz and Brad Pitt is supposed to be an hommage to the movie « Un Homme et une Femme », by Claude Lelouch ? But maybe I think that because I’m French, I don’t know. 🤷‍♀️

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

I don't remember the movie name but someone else also said it is after a French film.

I love Chanel. Bought luxury starting early 2000s. I have been priced out of chanel. Even if I could afford a bag, even if it was not a flap at 5-6k, I just can’t justify it anymore. It’s overpriced for what it is, quality is down, experience has changed etc. even with LV , even if it’s at a lower price range than chanel, the quality is terrible and it takes me 3-6 times before I get a quality piece and I just find that annoying … it’s more annoying now. 😂

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

It is very annoying to get a bag of good quality! Even Dior, it took 3 bags for me to get a good one last December.

I laughed when you read those Chanel prices because I hear terrible things about their quality lately. I'm glad that I bought my bags before the prices went up and quality went down. I noticed that people are burnt out from shopping, in general. Like you said, we all shopped a ton during the pandemic and brands keep putting out so much stuff. Trends come and go so quickly. We're tired. If you're ever bored in Vegas, you should check out the spas at the hotels. I love the one at the Aria!

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

The prices are laughable for sure! Did they go back to 24k plating? No. Did they improve the quality, no. I am glad I got my bags back in the day too. I love the spas in Vegas! :)

It's the prices plus the declining quality. Just not worth it anymore.

Honestly if the bag was worth $11000 plus then fair enough. But it’s just not worth it! Poor quality poor everything

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

Yes, machine made too.

Melinda do you have another channel?

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

No, just this one.

I don’t think luxury is dying. I think people have decided to just enjoy and use what they already own. The high prices are also a factor. I have not been a luxury store in months. I do check out what’s new online but nothing peaks my interest.

@LuxPurselove

3 ай бұрын

I know I am really trying to use and enjoy what I own.

Def prices

I think luxury had its time and now the masses are over it. Like with sneakers or makeup that gain extreme attention and popularity and then it just levelled out. People moved on to the next thing. Sneaker heads or makeup junkies are still gonna buy the newest release but the rest are over it and just buy whatever they feel like 🤷🏻‍♀️