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How to Afford Luxury Goods: Advise I would give my Younger Self

October 10, 2016

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“Cost and worth are very different things.” When I first heard these words in a crowded cinema hall while watching Confessions of a Shopaholic, they meant very little to me. You see, at 20, I was living with my parents, living the easy life and had to pay for nothing.

7 years on, I moved three countries, changed a lot of jobs, earned and spent money and finally truly understand those very wise words; Cost and worth are very different things.

Over the years, I have bought a lot of things, some wise purchases, many others not so much. Had I asked asked myself the following things before buying all of them, I would have been able to save a lot of money and also been able to afford more luxury goods. So, here is my advise to anyone who wants to be able to have luxury goods and also to my younger self!

Don’t spend on frivolous things that might look great at the time, but have no real value or worth. Ask yourself the following questions before buying anything that looks incredible on a high street rack.

  1. It may not be expensive, but is it really worth it?
  2. Why do you like it, is it because you have seen it on someone else, or will it really suit your style?
  3. Will it last over 20 washes?
  4. If you have a certain amount of money only, is it worth spending it on this item, or saving it to buy a better, more luxurious item?
  5. Is it timeless, or will it be on trend for this season only?
  6. Are you sure you have absolutely nothing like it in your collection?
  7. Would your mum have bought this or approve spending money on this item?

If you can answer the above questions without having to rationalise the purchase to yourself, then chances are that the item is worth buying. If not, don’t spend your money on that item. Save that money and you will be able to buy yourself a much better and luxurious item in the future.

D x

 

 

 

 

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  1. Mahi says

    October 10, 2016 at 7:40 am

    love this post…and your advise

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    • Deepti says

      October 10, 2016 at 8:28 am

      Thanks Mahi!

      Deepti x

      Reply
  2. Gabrielle says

    October 10, 2016 at 1:23 pm

    Great advice Deepti, particularly weighing up cost and worth. Opting for timeless pieces is a really great tip too, or else you can find yourself trapped with an out-of-date trend!

    aglassofice.com
    x

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    • Deepti says

      October 11, 2016 at 6:53 am

      Thanks Gabrielle

      Reply
  3. alya says

    October 10, 2016 at 4:07 pm

    Great read!

    moorizZLA xx

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    • Deepti says

      October 11, 2016 at 6:52 am

      Thanks Alya!

      Deepti x

      Reply
  4. Amaka says

    October 10, 2016 at 4:12 pm

    This is such a great post.

    Heart Rays?

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    • Deepti says

      October 11, 2016 at 6:52 am

      Thanks Amaka!

      Deepti x

      Reply
  5. Danielle Beautyblog says

    October 10, 2016 at 7:42 pm

    I need to start asking myself these questions!

    Danielle’s Beauty Blog

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    • Deepti says

      October 11, 2016 at 6:54 am

      Haha, I only started myself these questions recently!

      Deepti x

      Reply
  6. Miki says

    October 11, 2016 at 12:26 am

    Nice post. I usually spend more on timeless pieces, and on items that I’ll wear a lot. The things I spent most on are usually my branded items that grow through the years with me. Prada pants, Gucci blazer, Chanel bag – things I know I’ll wear for at least 5-10 years. I can’t say they always last that long because I wear some things so much though. haha.

    Xo,
    Miki
    http://mikialamode.com

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    • Deepti says

      October 11, 2016 at 6:46 am

      So true! Well made pieces last for so long! Thanks for stopping by my blog Miki!

      Deepti x

      Reply
  7. La Bijoux Bella | by mia says

    October 11, 2016 at 3:44 am

    Yasss, I love it! It’s so true, we all went through a phase where we spent money like crazy just to catch up looking like our neighbor next door. It’s great to pause and think if it is really worth it!
    Great post! ๐Ÿ™‚

    La Bijoux Bella | by mia

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    • Deepti says

      October 11, 2016 at 6:45 am

      Thanks Mia! i’m glad you enjoyed reading it!

      Deepti x

      Reply
  8. maray says

    October 11, 2016 at 2:28 pm

    Nice post! ๐Ÿ™‚
    Kisses!

    http://www.alasdeangel.net

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  9. Kathrine Eldridge says

    October 11, 2016 at 9:08 pm

    These are great tips on buying expensive items! Thanks for sharing.

    http://www.kathrineeldridge.com

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    • Deepti says

      October 11, 2016 at 9:50 pm

      Thanks Kathrine!

      Deepti x

      Reply
  10. Floortje says

    October 12, 2016 at 11:02 am

    Ohh curious to see what’s inside!

    Xx,

    || FLOORTJELOVES ||

    http://www.floortjeloves.com
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    • Deepti says

      October 12, 2016 at 8:23 pm

      Haha, I will have a blog post coming up on it soon!

      Deepti x

      Reply
  11. Aly says

    October 12, 2016 at 2:46 pm

    Love your tips I need this hahaha since I’m still starting my baby adult life..

    <3 | X ALY | Aly In Wanderland | Giveaway

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  12. Janea says

    October 12, 2016 at 5:53 pm

    Such great things to ask oneself! Thanks for sharing, Deepti. It can be so tempting to buy something when you get that adrenaline rush -“oooh, that would be so fun to wear! – kind of thing. But in the long run, some of those fancies do turn out to be (very) passing. Hope you are having a great week so far! XO

    Janea
    http://www.theSTYLetti.com

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    • Deepti says

      October 12, 2016 at 8:21 pm

      Very true! Thanks for stopping by my blog Janea!

      Deepti x

      Reply
  13. Juli says

    October 12, 2016 at 6:09 pm

    I always ask myself what my mom would say to my purchase, and that usually gives me my answer! Mommas usually know best ๐Ÿ™‚

    Julia

    ExploresMore.com

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    • Deepti says

      October 12, 2016 at 7:45 pm

      Haha, yes they are, I don’t know how, but they always are!

      Thanks for stopping by my blog Julia!

      Deepti x

      Reply
  14. Shireen L. Platt says

    October 13, 2016 at 2:51 am

    I think we all learned our lesson through time and trust me, I’ve made many foolish and unnecessary purchases too. These days I’m much wiser and selective about what I buy so no more regrets.

    Shireen | Reflection of Sanity

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    • Deepti says

      October 13, 2016 at 6:17 am

      Thanks for stopping by my blog Shireen!

      Deepti x

      Reply
  15. Lauren-Blair says

    October 13, 2016 at 3:04 am

    Such good advice and questions to ask yourself! I think any of us bloggers who love fashion go through a phase where we buy too much without asking these questions and get tempted by other bloggers! Bravo on this post! XO
    Lauren-Blair
    http://www.gracerock-kellyroll.com

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    • Deepti says

      October 13, 2016 at 6:17 am

      Thanks Lauren-Blair!

      Deepti x

      Reply

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