Anonymous
Post 02/04/2024 13:06     Subject: Re:Name an expensive product or service that’s worth it
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:Cars. I've always drive luxury cars and they're so much nicer than the rental cars I've gotten or my friend's cars I've been in, even when those are newer.

Big engines, nice interiors, etc. are so worth it when you spend a good chunk of your time in your car.


+1

I always look down on the poor people; the people who can only afford a toyota or a honda. Really sad for them.


You sound like new money. Most wealthy people don't drive expensive cars because it's a depreciating asset. Also, Acura, Audi, Lexus and Infiniti's are just rebadged Honda, VW, Toyota, and Nissan.

https://shopkunes.com/blog/what-the-rich-really-drive-uncovering-the-truth-about-wealthy-car-owners


Yup. I’m the pp who was annoyed by the comment about economy car drivers and replied with snotty comment about having millions in retirement. I drive a Fit.
Anonymous
Post 02/04/2024 13:02     Subject: Name an expensive product or service that’s worth it
Anonymous wrote:Ito En Oi Ochoa bottled green tea
Made in USA New Balance shoes
Any Mephisto shoe model
Huron bar soap - lasts a while and lathers
Creed fragrances - Vetiver and GIT
Carhartt made in USA winter headware
All Clad made in USA cookware



So I went on Huron website and was surprised to see these are men’s products. Are there women who use Huron too?
Anonymous
Post 02/04/2024 13:01     Subject: Re:Name an expensive product or service that’s worth it
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:Cars. I've always drive luxury cars and they're so much nicer than the rental cars I've gotten or my friend's cars I've been in, even when those are newer.

Big engines, nice interiors, etc. are so worth it when you spend a good chunk of your time in your car.


+1

I always look down on the poor people; the people who can only afford a toyota or a honda. Really sad for them.



❓❓⁉️

Do not carry pity over someone who can only afford to drive a Honda or Toyota for those car brands are very SOLID.

Japanese vehicles are more superior to their German counterparts in my personal opinion. 👍🏽


I feel sorry for people who spend a good chunk of their time in a car. So low class.


+1 I feel sorry for those that have to so much time an a car that they have to justify paying a premium price to offset that feeling of being boxed in and static.
Anonymous
Post 02/04/2024 12:44     Subject: Name an expensive product or service that’s worth it
Anonymous wrote:Not all are super expensive, but luxuries I suppose:

Dyson stick vac

Botox

TSA Pre-check

Fancier condiments, I'm taking $18 chili crisp and $25 olive oil and $10 Japanese mayo

Moisturizers like Tatcha and Sunday Riley ($75 vs $15)

Apple computers and phones

Lululemon or Beyond yoga pants and tops

Started buying nicer furniture a few years ago and it's pretty nice to have



How do you define nicer furniture? The WSJ just ran a big piece talking about how all new furniture is crap these days.
Anonymous
Post 02/04/2024 12:42     Subject: Re:Name an expensive product or service that’s worth it
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:Cars. I've always drive luxury cars and they're so much nicer than the rental cars I've gotten or my friend's cars I've been in, even when those are newer.

Big engines, nice interiors, etc. are so worth it when you spend a good chunk of your time in your car.


+1

I always look down on the poor people; the people who can only afford a toyota or a honda. Really sad for them.


That’s funny. I drive a $20K used Honda and look down on people who have luxury car payments but don’t have millions socked away for retirement.


This is an obvious troll! Don't take the bait.
Anonymous
Post 02/04/2024 12:41     Subject: Name an expensive product or service that’s worth it
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:My amazing colorist-transition from no gray to 75% white (from dark brown) -keeping me w/beautiful healthy hair
Weekly cleaner who also organizes
A perfect California pinot noir
Year-round Landscape maintenance (not just lawn)-yard always looks fantastic
Thick cotton sheets

Not worth it:
High end SUVs (CRV fine!)
Beach house not oceanfront
Private for elementry
Roses on Valentine’s Day


This sounds like a striver cope. Eco cars like CRV are soul-crushing once you get a taste of a nice daily driver. Even modest “luxury” like a Lexus RX, I guarantee you’d never want to go back to a CRV after driving a new RX for a month.

And private primary are not just formative years for kids, it’s when private parents make friends with each other. You’re deluded if you think you and your kids can just waltz in for private high school and get the same experience. It’s too late.


Why are you so angry?


Hates the idea that someone could spend less money and end up in the same place.
Anonymous
Post 02/04/2024 12:40     Subject: Name an expensive product or service that’s worth it
Anonymous wrote:A membership for unlimited blowouts

My hair is think with a kinky curl pattern. I’m awful at doing it myself and it takes forever when I try to and only lasts 2 days. I go in 1 or 2 times a week often right after a workout, come out 45min later with hair that looks great and will keep looking great for at least 5 days even with sweaty workouts. I get work done on my computer while they do their work. Saves me so much time makes me look pulled together versus frazzled


Do you go to Drybar for this or elsewhere? Doesn’t all that blow drying dry your hair out?
Anonymous
Post 02/04/2024 12:38     Subject: Name an expensive product or service that’s worth it
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:Hanky Panky panties. So glad I dropped Victoria’s Secret a few years ago on the advice of this board!

Mackage coats. Stylish, beautiful and warm. I look forward to breaking mine out every December.

Classic designer items. This includes my Burberry trench, Chanel classic flap, etc. They are great additions to my wardrobe and have lasted way longer than cheaper alternatives.

What style is your favorite? Some of the styles are so interesting, but I wonder if theyd be flattering on anyone over a size 000?


I have the Kay with the fur collar. I'm a size 4/6. And before someone comments, I'm not in DC anymore. Live in a colder climate now.

https://www.mackage.com/products/kay-f?variant=42707899875543&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiA2eKtBhDcARIsAEGTG40jkDQw5UJ-mi27C7KGhghO-NtKKtzJGKOJhUuIKbDAMCGEmZh4C-gaAr1AEALw_wcB


Wow. I was going to replace my 30-year-old Loden, but maybe I should get one of these instead. Does anyone know if they will last decades, like Loden? Is it as warm? One plus point is Loden is so heavy to even carry whereas Down is light. Also are these the types of coats that are being stolen or are they still a bit under the radar? Where is the best place to try them on in the DMV? I’m thinking McLean even though I am closer to Saks FH.
Anonymous
Post 02/04/2024 12:18     Subject: Name an expensive product or service that’s worth it
Anonymous wrote:Down pillows


Only for some. I had an allergic reaction using a down pillow which ended up with eye infection.
Anonymous
Post 02/04/2024 11:37     Subject: Re:Name an expensive product or service that’s worth it
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:Cars. I've always drive luxury cars and they're so much nicer than the rental cars I've gotten or my friend's cars I've been in, even when those are newer.

Big engines, nice interiors, etc. are so worth it when you spend a good chunk of your time in your car.


+1

I always look down on the poor people; the people who can only afford a toyota or a honda. Really sad for them.


That’s funny. I drive a $20K used Honda and look down on people who have luxury car payments but don’t have millions socked away for retirement.
Anonymous
Post 02/04/2024 11:19     Subject: Name an expensive product or service that’s worth it
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:My amazing colorist-transition from no gray to 75% white (from dark brown) -keeping me w/beautiful healthy hair
Weekly cleaner who also organizes
A perfect California pinot noir
Year-round Landscape maintenance (not just lawn)-yard always looks fantastic
Thick cotton sheets

Not worth it:
High end SUVs (CRV fine!)
Beach house not oceanfront
Private for elementry
Roses on Valentine’s Day


Please say you're in the DC Metro area and willing to share! I'm happy to throw up a burner email for this info!


Yes - close in MD/Ch Ch area.
Anonymous
Post 02/04/2024 11:00     Subject: Name an expensive product or service that’s worth it
My dog
Weekly housekeeping
Lakefront cottage
Private school
Hybrid Japanese SUV
Zojirushi rice cooker
Vitamix blender
European waterproof waking shoe
Daily disposable contact lenses
Cosmetic dermatologist
PPO health insurance
Cotton percale bedsheets
Organic latex king mattress
RO built in drinking water tap

Anonymous
Post 02/04/2024 09:20     Subject: Re:Name an expensive product or service that’s worth it
Having staff but especially having staff on trips. A driver, a chef (who knows all the local markets) a concierge (just did a great trip and ours got us all the best tables at all the best places, knew where we should go, etc etc etc) and of course, security.
Anonymous
Post 02/04/2024 09:15     Subject: Name an expensive product or service that’s worth it
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:My amazing colorist-transition from no gray to 75% white (from dark brown) -keeping me w/beautiful healthy hair
Weekly cleaner who also organizes
A perfect California pinot noir
Year-round Landscape maintenance (not just lawn)-yard always looks fantastic
Thick cotton sheets

Not worth it:
High end SUVs (CRV fine!)
Beach house not oceanfront
Private for elementry
Roses on Valentine’s Day


Tell me more about this perfect Pinot!


I'm from CA but I much prefer Willamette Valley pinot to anything from CA


Used to live in Sonoma, CA: best are DuMol, Gary Farrell, Merry Edwards


At the mid tier price point. Certainly not best overall.
Anonymous
Post 02/04/2024 00:32     Subject: Re:Name an expensive product or service that’s worth it
IVF
Solar panels + Tesla powerwall
Dyson stick vacuum
Music lesson for kids
Heritage language Sunday school
TSA precheck and Clear
Amorepacific vintage single extract serum
Quality olive oil
Quality wine
Bread machine