The Hermes shopping game (it’s not a ‘journey,’ is a game) is by far the STUPIDEST thing ever. “Buy 100k of stuff you don’t really like so maybe, possibly, you could be offered a bag in a size or color that you don’t like.” It’s a handbag version of an abusive relationship. They can keep their stupid bags.

@StellaConnolly

4 ай бұрын

I feel like more and more people are feeling this way. 😔

@nasamanithorne2600

4 ай бұрын

I so AGREE!!!…..come to think of it, other than the Hermes Lindy, I really think the Birkin, Kelly and Constance are straight forward designs, of course there are the good quality leather and craftsmanship, but it really does not warrant a 5 figure sum for some of the Hermes bags, ladies don’t be fooled.

@debihaywood5454

4 ай бұрын

Well said. So silly.

@katemiller7874

3 ай бұрын

Lol right. Smart women know this already

@Yourbagmybagreview

3 ай бұрын

It is 101% not true that you need to buy stuff just to be offered a kelly or a Birkin, it's just happened that the bag is so popular then when you go to France botique they cannot offer/give to you because it's most of the time sold out. But the moment you will tell what you like color, design, the SA will keep that information and will definitely call you and offer you the bag through call then that's the time you'll get your dream bag but it takes a lot of time, and disappointment in the beginning, but the said purchase first any stuff before offer a bag is not totally true

I am beyond words HAPPY that you’re back, Stella!!!! Your energy, smiling face, your spirit!!! Fellow FA so very grateful for you!

Stand your ground, Stella! Don't let Berkin, Louis Vuitton or Chanel wrangle you!! lol

Welcome back lovely! I am a retired F/A (from your airline). About 15 years ago, I stopped buying luxury brands, even “on sale”, books, candles, etc. I basically spent intentionally, before it was even a “thing”. I started putting the money into my 401k and I was able to retire (after flying 30 years) debt free, with a big chunk of change in my 401k. I retired 10 years earlier than the normal retirement age and I am loving life. I applaud you for making the changes AND congratulations on your backyard! 💖✈️💖

@Gigi-VG

3 ай бұрын

Bravo!🤩

I didn’t know about the hermes system, very manipulative and “breadcrumbing” 😠 but I’m not surprised 🤷🏻‍♀️ don’t play their game Stella! It’s a trap! 😤

I will never understand why people don’t use there library. I would spend 100$ on books every month if I didn’t use the library.

@katemiller7874

18 күн бұрын

Some people have shelving and a library. We like to read our books over and over and loan them to our children. We like the way they feel and smell. That’s why

Sold all my bags. No interest anymore. Stopped shopping at Sephora etc, drug store only for skincare and makeup. Gave myself a buzz cut 2 years ago. When I moved, realized how much name brand stuff I hardly used. Hair was long and always in a bun and minimal make up but spent so much on hair care make up etc. I am trying to find my one “signature” fragrance, that will be my luxury 😂

@StellaConnolly

4 ай бұрын

I love your journey. 😊

@Beswift1989

3 ай бұрын

@@StellaConnollyyou make the world better ❤missed you

@dollymadeson3963

3 ай бұрын

After years I found Valentino Born in Roma Intenso… its unisex ( or for males, lol) walked around Sephora and asked which smelled best. Love!!!

You know what Stella? That’s called maturity! Yes, that’s being mature and responsible! I applaud what you said about the Birkin. I bought into the stupidity and bought one preloved for a lot more than retail, guess what! I didn’t feel right, didn’t have the excitement and didn’t care for it plus I felt STUPID, so I sold it after hating what I did, not the bag but what that represented and I lost a lot of money 🙄but never again! I am a chanel lover for years (was my first love and still is unfortunately lol), and I have a sufficient and lovely collection of ONLY what I wear, enjoy and loveeeeee., but I completely agree and understand what you said 😂.

So glad to see you again! You helped get me through cancer treatment, now just had heart surgery and your back!! Love hearing your excitement and laugh!

@katemiller7874

18 күн бұрын

Hope you are feeling good deb

❤ this motivation!

Glad to see you're back!

Great list!!!

Love your energy! Great video

love you, thanks for coming back.

❤ Love that your back.

So happy you're back Stella!!!

Always great to see you Stella!

Your back ❤ love your personality ❤❤

Thank you for being so honest and giving such great advice!

So happy to see you ❤❤

I agree with you! Being unique! 😊

I needed this energy starting 2024!! Resist the cute water bottle temptation! 😂

@StellaConnolly

4 ай бұрын

It takes all my strength not to buy more water bottles! I love them so much. 😂

I’m so glad your back 💚💚💚💚

So happy to see you back

Omgggg another video. So happy ♥️

Omg happy to have another video

So happy you’re back 🎉

Loved your list! So glad you are back! 😊

Lol. I love holiday gift sets!

Welcome back, Stella!!!

So glad you are back!!🥰

So glad you are back! Love your videos! Happy 2024!!

I think that's so silly that anyone can't just walk in and buy one without building up a profile for Hermes. I'm glad you addressed this as well☆

Welcome back 😊❤

Hi Stella, Hope you are doing great!! Happy 2024 to You, Bart & Franny!

So excited to log on to KZread and have you back!! ❤

Good to see you Stella!

So happy to see you again ❤

Missed you!!

I am so happy you are back!!!

I'm so happy you're back, your fly with stella videos are amazing 🛩

Great ran straight to Mejuri ❤

Awwwww I’ve missed you so much! This was a great video!!!

Hi Stella! Great to see you back! ❤

Happy dance! Good to see you Stella!❤

Love your list! I believe that you will do your best to stick to this year

Great idea, Stella. Glad to see you back.

❤ yes to the library!

Good for you Stella!

Great video with great ideas. Glad you’re back.

Happy New Year Stella.....so good to see you back! Agree cutting what we can live without.

Another stella video! Yay I'm so happy!

Great video! Love that Frances has a space to run!!!!!!

So good to see you back on YT!!! 💜

Thank you for sharing, Stella! I can relate to most items on your list. And thanks for that clip of Franny in his yard. He looks so happy!

I feel your struggle Stella!!

Whohoo! So happy that you are back!

Love your positive energy in this video!!!! You are sooo right - and still I will fall for one thing or the other as the year goes by 😊

Franny!!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️ happy to have you back Stella!

Agree with you Stella on everything you said!!!❤❤

I'm so glad you are back * I love your videos and petsonality. So sorry for whatever happened in the past year !

Great goals! They are good ones.

Omg I never even knew that’s the way Birkin bags were bought. At that point though you’re better off paying extra for the item you actually want. Loved this video Stella! Glad you’re back!

@StellaConnolly

4 ай бұрын

Thats why the Birkin and Kelly bags are so expensive on the pre love websites because they know you have to buy a ton of stuff at the store before you are given a chance to buy the bag you really want.

Stella!!!! ❤ So glad you're back!

Good positive changes 💛

I am obsessed with reading on my commute to and from work. I am always at Barnes and Noble. I need to go back to my local library. I used to do it during the pandemic, but now I go to the bookstore. I can drop some serious cash on books so I am with you.

Awesome video 🙌🏻🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷🙌🏻 Stella, you are sooooo correct on everything💯 ❣❣❣

I am so happy to see you back. ❤

Yesssssss! Frannie is back too!!!❤❤ Frannie looks good and happy in a grassy backyard!!❤❤

I love the library too

I’ve missed you. So glad to see you in a new video.

Missed you Stella!! So glad you’re back!!

Stellaaaaaa you are back!!! I am so glad you are back ❤🎉🎊

Fanny looks so happy in that yard! It’s good to see you in good spirits again Stella ❤️ I am so happy you are back! 🎉

@StellaConnolly

4 ай бұрын

It warms our hearts so much that he finally has an area all his own 🖤🖤

Happy New Year Stella I’m sooo glad you’re back you were definitely miss😊❤🎉

Excellent choice to be real with purchasing

Great video.

All great ideas! Someone is really loving their backyard to run around in!

Yes! I missed the Stella Sunday videos!!!

So 😊happy your back 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

Hi girl, nice to see you back. I love this list. It’s great to do a refresh list every year. Every penny counts 😊

So glad you are back! I can so relate to this video ❤ especially buying books , water bottles and the limited edition skincare/makeup. Excellent advice .

Welcome back again. ❤️

It swear, it is so good to see you! FRAN FRAN!!!!! 🐾 sending hugs and nose boops for Franny

you have no idea how happy it made to get your video as a recommendation!!! I wasn't subbed to this channel and really missed your videos, I'm currently watching your previous one to catch up ;-P you a such a light in the internet! hope everything in your life get brighter and positive every day

Very smart goals! I’m inspired and am going to make my “not this year” list as well.

STELLA we missed you❤❤❤❤

We would love to see your new house tour video!!! Welcome back!!! Happy that you’re back to us!!!❤

I am so happy and excited to see you’re back. Yea I totally agree no more over consumption of things. I’m with you Stella😀 welcome back😊

Omg Franny… made my day 🥰. So glad you’re back Stella and fam 🎉

Hi Stella. I’m so glad you are back making videos. It’s fun to see you. I hope all is well.

Oh my goodness… you just make me SMILE! ♥️🙏🏼🌹

Awe Franny loves having a yard to play in❤

THAT'S GREAT, I HOPE YOU STAND YOUR GROUND👍🏼😁

Frannie is lovin that yard!!! 😊

Two hundred per month is a lot! In ten months that will be a savings of two thousand dollars! Great video, Stella! Aww, your doggy is so cute! TFS!

Stay strong Stella! xo

It was so good seeing franny too!

Aww Franny! How we missed you!! ❤

Welcome back the joy on my face when I seen your video 🥰