This I have my old Lululemon and designer items I will be giving them to my daugther ., I am over that at my big age of 38 I am thinking about retirement in the next few years I will not be working till 65 55 is my goal .. all these brands are overpriced-glad I got them way before the scrapyard price increases I have not brought any luxury since 2019.. my money is for retirement,daughters private school and eating a balanced diet ,personal trainer, and peace of mind … I am not hunting down companies to spend money I am good on all these companies .. my daughter will have a treasure trove of bags so she will not need to buy any and by then it will be vintage .. love this content
My no-buy for this year is pretty simple. No luxury. No fast fashion. I'm not paying for a logo and I'm not paying for poor quality. Awesome video as usual. I can totally relate to everything you said.
My no buy list: 1. Any item that I can’t fit at time of purchase. At this point I have more of a wardrobe of what I can’t wear that I can. 2. Any item that I don’t have space for in my closet. 3. Any item that doesn’t match my net worth. I ain’t even on the gram so who am I stuntin’ for? 4. Something that I thought was cute on Tashira. Truth of the matter, I just ain’t built like that. Check on your girl next week to make sure I’m still on the straight and narrow… by then I would’ve more than likely done 67.23% of them…😂
The only bag I ever liked was the Constance by Hermes .. all these companies are racist from basic brands to high end…my goals is now investing for retirement 55 is the goal
I am not buying books either. I got a library card and have read six books so far in 2024. It's life-giving. The best books were: Recitatif by Toni Morrison, Red at the Bone by Jacqueline Woodson, The Four Winds by Kristin Hannah, and We are Not Like Them by Christine Pride and Jo Piazza. Happy Reading!
I keep telling folks library cards are the best kept non secret. I've read 4 so far on audio and actual books. Audiobooks, Movies, comics for the kids etc.
When it comes to spending my hard earned money, I’m right with you. I’m not playing games to prove I or my money is worthy of attention, nor will spend I it on overpriced leggings from a brand that does a poor job of be covertly racist. Love you Sis!❤
The whole set up around luxury and luxury brand houses I find to be morally and ethically repugnant that could not be any more disamibiguous, if they tried. The gatekeeping, the extortion, the degradation, the fallacy that your value as a human is decided on, imposed by a brand is ludicrous...but you need to be clothed and if you cannot sew and stitch your outerwear then it is a case of choosing the least offensive as it aligns with your social and cultural consciousness and identity.
This is so good to hear. I hope other Black influencers do the same. I remember back in the day brands like LV, Chanel, Hermes etc were vocal and blatant about their target audience and “urban” folks were not included. It’s crazy that you have to literally harass these brands to spend your money on their products. Let’s buy black outside of Black history month❤️
For fitness apparel : fbf fitness, melt fit and j sculpt are my go to fitness apparel brands (black owned). No buy list : perfumes (I have tooo many) , costume jewelry (I would like to decrease that and get more fine jewelry ), sunglasses (I have tooo many) and lastly but most difficult: NO MORE black clothing (my closet looks like Janet’s closet in poetic justice 😂😂😂).
We really have to consider why we support any of these brands. It’s not the quality or craftsmanship because a lot of these brands have cut corners on that. It’s sometimes the desire to be seen or to feel important. I’ve had to have a few come to Jesus talks with myself. I only buy quality items now if anything. My no-buy list contains EVERYTHING. I have consumed too damn much lol. 😂
We are not the desired demographic for any brand let’s be for real.. unless the black collective works together to create our own stuff even though we don’t have the financing because of pervasive racism and generational wealth so that’s why reparations is important for ADOS .. the field will never be even … my old Lulu I will wear and I won’t buy anymore … I am doing no spend anyway and focusing on retirement.. so I just donate what I don’t use I am over my consumer phase and looking to get out the rat race
Whew girl, you are spitting truth bars on this video!! I’m so glad to see some women of color in the influencer space dropping some of the shackles to the luxury brands that clearly cater to a specific demographic that is not us. Even if I could afford the luxury RTW that so many of the ladies proudly share, as a solid US sz 12 who sometimes trends toward a 10 and sometimes a 14 I wouldn’t be able to fit most of it. 🥴 I look forward to seeing what you will be sharing this year which hopefully may include even more black owned brands. Happy 2024!!
I don’t comment often but I must say, you’re content is refreshing. You are someone I feel would have fit perfectly in my sister circle. Your authenticity shines through the camera. Happy New Year lovely!
Cousin...why I was watching this and when the sunglass segment came on I felt HEAT on the back of my neck. I turned around and my husband was staring me dead in the face. Aint crack nan smile. The shame I felt. LOL Therefore "Know Thyself" is going to be my 2024 mantra when it comes to luxury this year.
2024 I am not purchasing any new clothes or shoes this year or handbags. I going to start poring into my space of living and enjoying life with family. It’s getting scary out here if the time comes I can’t take anything with me🤷🏾♀️ Good luck 🍀 ladies
When I saw that Lulu lemon article a couple weeks ago! I was like “you don’t have to tell me twice” 😏not that I have a lot of their items but the ones I do have I will continue to use but never giving them my coins ever again!
“It don’t matter if you’re black or white” (MJ 4 ever) just stay out of Lululemon! If we spread the word, if we don’t buy their product and discourage our friends/family from doing so, guess what?.. they will be out of business in no time. Btw I am a healthy white woman and my thighs DO rub together by the sheer fact that I Walk Upright mr. ceo of Lulu🍋! 😊Sorry for the rant but this really upset me. Thank you darling, your mind is as beautiful as you are ❤
I completely sure at this point that I may never own an HERMÈS item in my wardrobe! From reports of customer service to the ridiculous prices, and fastidious hurdles to PURCHASE their items, I give up. That's why I'm so thankful for dupes,or imitation. Like something, get an affordable one until I can get an original(if it's worth it). I won't be buying clothes AGAIN this year,as I'm still trying to use up the fabrics that I bought to reproduce some of my favorite styles from designers or Pinterest 😊
True confessions - full time grad student who keeps bringing books home. I have NO Time to read more than is assigned but still keep bringing books home and stacking them on top of everything else I haven’t read 😂
Collecting books is its own hobby. Enjoy it. And there will come a day when you are done with school and you will be able to read a book that's been waiting patiently for you.
I come back to your content over & over because you have a skilled way of weaving in humor, wit, anti-racism principles and a love for the finer things - like how sway?!! Love your content and I will also be divesting from Lululemon and I live in Canada. On my no-buy list is also books. I have an incredible library and I want to show the books I own love and respect. Also, because of you, I bought this stunning black sweater from Urban Revivo and I CANNOT wait to wear it ❤️
I do respect your honesty with buying luxury items and I have been expressing this to my friends for years. Most of these luxury brands do not even appreciate black people wearing their brands. Luxury items are not even as special as before because everyone wears them; sometimes you can’t even differentiate the fake from real at a glance. Stop making luxury brand owners increase their wealth; invest your money. Not saying not to buy if you can afford but do conscious and intentional purchases. Stay Fierce!
First time watching any of your videos-loved your truthfulness! I’m a 65+ yr old GA white woman-retired from 37 years as a RN. None of these people would want me in their stores! They’re prejudice against anyone who doesn’t fit their ‘ideal’ of who should be wearing their brand. Thank you for sharing your lifestyle, thoughts, & beliefs!
“Players mess up too” 😂!!! This spoke to me and I have come to understand that I will do better in 2024! Luxury sunglasses 🕶️ have been my downfall too and I’m NOT going to purchase any this year…until you showed those tortoiseshell sunglasses 😂!!!
I'm a cap fiend. I have so many "luxury/designer" caps. However, the denim Celine Triomphe cap is a no can do. I saw someone at a museum with it on and I've thought about it DAILY lol but $690 that thang will never touch my head.
I’m not buying any clothes this year. Only buying one luxury bag if I can’t live without it and that’s about it. I have clothes in every closet it’s actually bugging me. So I will also cull the clothing I have. Honestly I love adidas and Nike and their price points aren’t crazy for active wear and they last.
I just purchased”Get the F*** out your own way” by MJ Harris. I’ll be giving that my attention. I have many books and best sellers, however I have not completed any of them. So this is my first book purchase of 2024 and I plan to read the entire thing and journal great self serving and edifying notes from that book for my growth and development before moving forward…fantastic video Queen! love your persona…keep being so so dynamically beautiful … 🙏🏾♥️🙏🏾
Thanks for sharing! Yes, I too will be more intentional of which firms will get my money. Poor customer service = no buying. Respect my money! Books: I have been a voracious reader since childhood, ranging from fiction (not romance or comedy) to historical, scientific and technical. However, it dawned on me about three years ago that many of the authors are promoting their version of supremacy. I’ve gone from reading a book a day to zero. Shifting a lot. Not promoting a family business dynasty that doesn’t respect my culture as they get richer from our money. Enjoy your 2024 journey!😃
"Thank you" cards are on my no buy list as well as one of the items you mentioned (books) I was rearranging my secretary desk and realized I have more thank you cards than I'll ever use. Either I'm a very thankful person or I have a thing for thank you cards. 😊😂😂😅
Not the books 😩😩😩 🤣😂🤣🤣 totally feeling that ... books will be my demise 😅🤣🤣 "Just finished the art of letting go" by Nick Trenton Definitely in for the book club .... eternally looking for my tribe😩
Yes I too must place these parameters on myself because I deserve to live this lifestyle I cannot afford just yet (heavy on the yet….it’s coming). I’ll make a no-buy list for this year. I’ve been keeping a list of gaps in my wardrobe that I’m finding but I need to put down “do not buy another pair of ripped jeans” because I have enough!! Whew this video has me rethinking future purchase. Thank you ❤
Thanks for keeping a sister up to date with the fashion trend. My mantra is…I do not fight with anyone to spend my hard earned money with them. No ma’am sir!
I’m with you on the sunglasses. I haven’t trusted myself since I lost a pair of new very expensive Dior sunglasses on a cruise like 15 years ago. I never spend more than $100 (try to stay around $25-$50). Oh, and Lululemon is dead to me.
As a woman who also wears a 10 1/2 shoe, the way they try to oki-doke us saying those little shoe are going to fit...🙄 They want us to have all the onions and bunions and corns.. No thanks. Spend your coins where you are wanted ✌🏾
Lulumon is now on my no buy list forever as well! Thank you for sharing this information. I actually never got around to buying anything but their belt bag😂😂😂 If you have time a video about athletic brands that are inclusive would be appreciated. My thighs have rubbed together for as long as I can remember and I’m 5’0 size medium.
I feel seen! I sat on my Fendi sunnies, lost Tom Ford & YSL… and the kicker is I get the most compliments wearing a $5 pair from SheIn. No more designer sunglasses for me & I’m finally ok with that.
My no buy list only contains sneakers for now. In 2023 I went a little crazy and contributed to Nike, Adidas, NB, and Gucci just to name a few! I’m definitely on a time out! 😂 I’ll continue to add to my list starting in Feb since January is my birthday month. 😊❤
You hit me where I live with the YSL shoes. Have not bought them in years for medical reasons, but the pieces of my feet that fell off every time I tried to fit myself into Louboutins....never again. And I'm adding Emperor of Rome by Mary Beard to the bookshelf.
I’m glad I’m not the only one who hoards books, of course with good intentions. The last book (Black cake:a novel) I purchased was in late December & I promised myself not to buy another until I read the books I purchased last year. I got rid of my magazines and now if I must have one I order a digital (Libby) copy through my local library. Happy New Year😘
For me, the best read book in 2023 was The House of Eve by Sadeqa Johnson and Before I Let Go by Kennedy Ryan. Current read, Black Girls Must Die Exhausted by Jayne Allen
Great video. Hermès recently had a price increase in the last few days. I think they are $760. These same sandals use to be in the low $400s. The Hermès customer service is questionable.
Girl I bought a book because my friend recommended it on audible was enjoying the book and thought this is a good reference book, I should get a physical copy. Why was the book ALREADY on my bookshelf. This needs to be on my no buy. Lulu is also on my no buy as well, because I’m tired…..
FLX from Kohl’s is great active wear. I still love Spanx for many items, active, office, panties, leisure wear. I just adore them. Please don’t tell me anything bad about about them I will cover my ears
Great video Tashira! I had to force myself the other day not to buy another black turtleneck. I already have half a dozen. But overall it’s not a category as much as pumping the brakes on all clothing shopping unless I can truly justify the purchase. Shopping with intention as you would say. Love you Sis!💕
I started following Actively Black and plan to purchase active wear from them soon. Lululemon can kick rocks with Orans on 😂 I need to refrain from buying lipsticks/lipglosses (have way too many)!
This is why for the last 3 years I have clicked the like and share button. Always a lesson learned while viewing amazing content regarding fashion which I love. T going to always put that razzle dazzle on the video just to keep us woke and always serve a look while teaching and preaching. Transparency, the Real Real , Talk your shit, sprinkled with we voting for all the Blacks is why I support this channel. Excited to learn all 2024 as well as laugh and watch you Spark with the looks all year. 🤣❤️💪🏾🙌🏾💰😘🙏🏾🔥💅🏾👍🏾✅
I walked into Lululemon store in a white rich neighborhood in Grosse Pointe MI and I saw 2 Latinas, a black woman, and a white woman working and the customer service was very good. I bought 3 t-shirts. I'll shop there again.
This is why I love you and your page! As a Baltimore native, I see you as a near by cousin lol. I love that you keep it real alllll the time! ❤ I’ve learned so much!
I also was born to live the lifestyle I can yet to afford lol. I enjoyed this video so much and I just love spending time with you! I will say I should stop buying shoes but that is not going to happen. But, overall trying to be extremely picky and shop with major intention. Great video!!
I feel ya about the sunglasses. Every time I go to Chicago, I lose a pair!!!!! Also, Paris Hilton wears a size 11 shoe and she decided to only wear from brands that offer her size to all customers after realizing pictures of her in custom shoes gave the impression they were widely available.
The way I cackled all throughout this video lol!! Several gems dropped, as the girls have noted in the comments. But, your videos just feel like a good kikiiii (sp) and I definitely needed one today. So, thanks Tashira!! ALSO, Target's Ultra High Rise leggings (w/pockets) by All in Motion are a good dupe for the Lululemon leggings and for a fraction of the price and the bigotry. Take care!!
Athleta is a good exercise clothing brand that is inclusive. I’ve been using it for years. You read books when you are ready. I write the year I bought a book in the cover, so I can see when I read it. Last year I read a book that I bought 14 years ago in Antigua. I needed that book then. It was Pema Chodron - the Places that Scare You: A Guide to Fearlessness in Difficult Times. This year I picked up bell hooks - Sisters of the Yam: black women and self-recovery, bought in 2005. 😊
"I just finished watching an amazing vlog and I feel super confident about my fashion choices. beautiful pair of Hermes sandals that I've been eyeing for a while, but I realized that I can still achieve the same look without breaking the bank by opting for a similar design from Steve Madden. I completely agree with your observation about how luxury customer service models are changing across all brands, but I'm confident that I can navigate these changes and still get the exclusive experience I'm looking for. Ultimately, I believe that fashion is about expressing oneself and feeling confident in one's choices, and I'm excited to explore more options that align with my values and style."
I'm down for a book club. I received a Kindle Paperwhite for Xmas and am excited to make leisure reading more of a priority this year. Great video, as always.
Could not agree more on how some luxury brands treat their customers. No, I will not be lining up for permission to spend MY money to purchase YOUR products, or engaging in their “you can’t sit with us” mind games. Big mistake. Huge. It’s so insulting & misguided and if they think in these pre-end-times I will be spending my precious minutes in that way, let me correct them.
This is my first time at your channel, hello. I don't have any luxury brands but I enjoy learning what's out there and can appreciate them. What I can identify with is Books. I love a book niche (used )book store but I have plenty and need to finish several before I purchase more. My last book I read was in December , a collection of stories by Charles Dickens. Holy moly why hadn't I read this before. I too have a magazine subscriptions , National Geographic and Smithsonian. They are perfect for the ladies room. I did receive Vogue in the pass. No more. Thank you for sharing with me. Your are a beautiful women.
I watched this TWICE! I be so tickled when you say…AT A BIG AGE😂😂! But we are the same! I love my reversible Valentino belt! When I tell you I wear it to the ground!! The way I flip flop that thang😂! I buy most of my luxury items online because I don’t want to have to deal with despicable customer service! Speaking of Mango…they are having a good sale right now!!! The first time I went in a lululemon store was my last! I read the room quickly! I said, awww this ain’t for my body or my pockets! To tha left to tha left!
I was thinking about ordering some lululemons , but I’ll go with alo yoga instead! Also,I find luxury lip products are over rated. I found that my most used lip product is the pink Vaseline rosy lip therapy! 😂
Sis, I wish I had known about Lululemon before placing an order yesterday.😩 This makes me sad because I love their athletic wear and have items from them that are almost a decade old. Regarding books. I started reading consistently last year, but I prefer reading on the Kindle app. I hate clutter, so I don't buy physical copies of books. If I ever get the urge to read physical books, I'll get it from the library. Lastly, when it comes to sunglasses, I'm the opposite. When I buy luxury sunglasses, I tend to not lose them because I paid way too much money for them. I'm always aware of where they are at all times.
The reason I adore you? I never leave your channel without learning something in the most thought-provoking yet humorous way! And those sunglasses in the gloss black are on my wish list this year.
I went to New Balance and they put me on that machine... The guy told me i was a size 11 and my first response was " the devil is a lie" 😂😂😂. I told that man i was a 10, i begrudgingly took the 10.5. He hurt my feelings.
Love your transparency. Fabletics, very size inclusive and quality garments. In fact the last time I was in Lulu, I was on line ordering from Fabletics, cause I had garments that were in my account.😅
This is the first video I'm seeing from you, and while I'm not a big brand person, I just loved your refreshing approach and vibe so much that I subscribed.
As someone who is now a size 11 it's sooo hard to find boots that fit with nice leather quality. So many brands stop at a 10. I like Athleta and Zella for workout attire. I just added "Things I Should have Told My Daughter" by Pearl Cleage on audible to start this weekend. I too cannot buy another book in 2024.
"Were not doing it. I'm not going to be able to do it. I don't have to take it! I do NOT work to earn a wage to fight someone to purchase something." THAT PART. PLEASE say that again cause they cant hear us. Toodles is the theme of 2024 😂 💅🏿
I retired over a year ago, so I don't need much. I was a professional so blazers, suits, dresses were my wardrobe. I could wear those to church as well. However, I don't need another athletic shoe, or workout gear. Jewelry (I hardly wear my LV hoops and other things. Purses ( I do want a FENDI and another Gucci). Jackets and blazers. Let's just say I need to stay out of the store. Loved your video as usual.💖
Yes! People often seem to equate lean/skinny with health which is not the case. It doesn't take into consideration that people - men and women - often get softer as the get older, bodies are often built different, more curves does not mean you don't deserve clothes. Megan Thee Stallion is not going to be the same size as a member of Black Pink! Personally I love the Max Mara and Marina Rinaldi split. I refuse to support any brand that doesn't support POC and poor customer service is an absolute deal-breaker. I am not going to beg to spend my money with people who don't respect me. This year I'm focused on buying BIPOC more than ever. Full size perfumes are a no-buy. There is no way I'm getting through a bottle so I'm going for the travel size at best even though it's not the best value.
Enjoyed (and was enlightened by) many of your comments. I am not a "luxury brander", and just clicked on your video from its title. I especially enjoyed your commentary on yourself--that is, how you know yourself (always losing sunglasses), and your personal perspective and opinion. I look forward to following you.
Sister, the make up was eating! I’m not buying anymore designer sandals, logo T-shirts & Nike sneakers- I could be an octopus & I’d need more feet for the amount of sneakers I have 😂
I loved this video! I don't have a lot of luxury items persay but the few pieces that l do own are vintage or second hand. As far as belts, l totally agree with you. I found a beautiful vintage leather Coach belt that l adore. No logos on it just a beautiful brass buckle.
Agree totally regarding the fat phobic & diversity issue points you made. Such ashame. Funny I can go to Walmart and purchase athletic wear and my thighs don't wear through that material for "a lot" less. Lululemon's pricepoint for what?
“I do not work to earn a wage to fight someone to purchase something.” I felt that in my soul!😩
Me too!
Me three 🙌🏾
This I have my old Lululemon and designer items I will be giving them to my daugther ., I am over that at my big age of 38 I am thinking about retirement in the next few years I will not be working till 65 55 is my goal .. all these brands are overpriced-glad I got them way before the scrapyard price increases I have not brought any luxury since 2019.. my money is for retirement,daughters private school and eating a balanced diet ,personal trainer, and peace of mind … I am not hunting down companies to spend money I am good on all these companies .. my daughter will have a treasure trove of bags so she will not need to buy any and by then it will be vintage .. love this content
AMEN!
“I was born to live the lifestyle I can yet to afford.” I felt that soooo deeply. 😅❤
This is my life motto as well. 😂
Laughed so loud hearing this. It’s my motto for 2024!
Me too, my friend. Me too!
My truth 😂😢😩
This motto 😂 way too relatable
My no-buy for this year is pretty simple. No luxury. No fast fashion. I'm not paying for a logo and I'm not paying for poor quality. Awesome video as usual. I can totally relate to everything you said.
Amen to that. I have been makingy clothes out of affordable fabrics. No fast fashion for my upcoming self
YES 👏
This!
Girl the way you blasted Hermes and Lululemon with the Katt Williams energy! Lol 😂 I'm here for it 😅👏🏿
My no buy list:
1. Any item that I can’t fit at time of purchase. At this point I have more of a wardrobe of what I can’t wear that I can.
2. Any item that I don’t have space for in my closet.
3. Any item that doesn’t match my net worth. I ain’t even on the gram so who am I stuntin’ for?
4. Something that I thought was cute on Tashira. Truth of the matter, I just ain’t built like that.
Check on your girl next week to make sure I’m still on the straight and narrow… by then I would’ve more than likely done 67.23% of them…😂
Lol😂😂😂 to anything that dont match my net worth!!!! Who am I trying to impress????
💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯
I love your point about not even being on the gram like that! I’m not either and so I wear and style myself how I want! 🙌🏽🙌🏽
That gram is addictive and dangerous!
I remember that Hermes gave Oprah a hard time, who could afford to purchase every item in their store. I’m good on them.
The only bag I ever liked was the Constance by Hermes .. all these companies are racist from basic brands to high end…my goals is now investing for retirement 55 is the goal
I am not buying books either. I got a library card and have read six books so far in 2024. It's life-giving. The best books were: Recitatif by Toni Morrison, Red at the Bone by Jacqueline Woodson, The Four Winds by Kristin Hannah, and We are Not Like Them by Christine Pride and Jo Piazza. Happy Reading!
Damn six already?! Let me catch up!
Yassss!!!!
Library cards are low key a silent luxury😅. You can get great books for no cost
Read from the Library and buy what you love.
I keep telling folks library cards are the best kept non secret. I've read 4 so far on audio and actual books. Audiobooks, Movies, comics for the kids etc.
When it comes to spending my hard earned money, I’m right with you. I’m not playing games to prove I or my money is worthy of attention, nor will spend I it on overpriced leggings from a brand that does a poor job of be covertly racist. Love you Sis!❤
THE. LAST. PART. Louder for the people in the back!
The whole set up around luxury and luxury brand houses I find to be morally and ethically repugnant that could not be any more disamibiguous, if they tried. The gatekeeping, the extortion, the degradation, the fallacy that your value as a human is decided on, imposed by a brand is ludicrous...but you need to be clothed and if you cannot sew and stitch your outerwear then it is a case of choosing the least offensive as it aligns with your social and cultural consciousness and identity.
@@Carlyon100 word,sis
I know they were being fat phobic but racist? I feel like I missed something
This is so good to hear. I hope other Black influencers do the same. I remember back in the day brands like LV, Chanel, Hermes etc were vocal and blatant about their target audience and “urban” folks were not included. It’s crazy that you have to literally harass these brands to spend your money on their products. Let’s buy black outside of Black history month❤️
Nordstrom lists black-owned businesses. I try to support.
Yes!! In the 80s. Even Tommy Hilfiger said the same back then.
Honestly sick of funding racists and their progeny
For fitness apparel : fbf fitness, melt fit and j sculpt are my go to fitness apparel brands (black owned). No buy list : perfumes (I have tooo many) , costume jewelry (I would like to decrease that and get more fine jewelry ), sunglasses (I have tooo many) and lastly but most difficult: NO MORE black clothing (my closet looks like Janet’s closet in poetic justice 😂😂😂).
😂😂😂 thanks for the brands!
Thanks for the fitness brands
I too own a lot of black clothes. I am working on it. Lol!
@@condesabeatriz9303 I really need to be stopped 😂. I’m trying neutrals now ….baby steps.
FBF-thanks for bringing brand to my attention-looks like a quality brand and love all the available colors.
We really have to consider why we support any of these brands. It’s not the quality or craftsmanship because a lot of these brands have cut corners on that. It’s sometimes the desire to be seen or to feel important. I’ve had to have a few come to Jesus talks with myself. I only buy quality items now if anything. My no-buy list contains EVERYTHING. I have consumed too damn much lol. 😂
Hermes has a "desired customer" demographic. We are not it.
Yet, folks are fighting to give them their money. I'll never understand it.
And their desired customer will likely believe the Hermes pieces are fake anyway
@@prettyacctbecause all humans deserve the same things regardless of skin color
@@PatienceOpoku-rr6yxYou miss the point. 🤦♀️
We are not the desired demographic for any brand let’s be for real.. unless the black collective works together to create our own stuff even though we don’t have the financing because of pervasive racism and generational wealth so that’s why reparations is important for ADOS .. the field will never be even … my old Lulu I will wear and I won’t buy anymore … I am doing no spend anyway and focusing on retirement.. so I just donate what I don’t use I am over my consumer phase and looking to get out the rat race
Whew girl, you are spitting truth bars on this video!! I’m so glad to see some women of color in the influencer space dropping some of the shackles to the luxury brands that clearly cater to a specific demographic that is not us. Even if I could afford the luxury RTW that so many of the ladies proudly share, as a solid US sz 12 who sometimes trends toward a 10 and sometimes a 14 I wouldn’t be able to fit most of it. 🥴 I look forward to seeing what you will be sharing this year which hopefully may include even more black owned brands. Happy 2024!!
happy 2024 sis!
You sound ridiculous-Hermes does the same to white people ,,I’ve been hold the same thing about things are displayed etc.
Please don’t forget Phoebe Philo and the brand Celine! According to Iman, Philo does not like using Black models!
I don’t comment often but I must say, you’re content is refreshing. You are someone I feel would have fit perfectly in my sister circle. Your authenticity shines through the camera. Happy New Year lovely!
Cousin...why I was watching this and when the sunglass segment came on I felt HEAT on the back of my neck. I turned around and my husband was staring me dead in the face. Aint crack nan smile. The shame I felt. LOL Therefore "Know Thyself" is going to be my 2024 mantra when it comes to luxury this year.
2024 I am not purchasing any new clothes or shoes this year or handbags.
I going to start poring into my space of living and enjoying life with family.
It’s getting scary out here if the time comes I can’t take anything with me🤷🏾♀️
Good luck 🍀 ladies
When I saw that Lulu lemon article a couple weeks ago! I was like “you don’t have to tell me twice” 😏not that I have a lot of their items but the ones I do have I will continue to use but never giving them my coins ever again!
“It don’t matter if you’re black or white” (MJ 4 ever) just stay out of Lululemon! If we spread the word, if we don’t buy their product and discourage our friends/family from doing so, guess what?.. they will be out of business in no time. Btw I am a healthy white woman and my thighs DO rub together by the sheer fact that I Walk Upright mr. ceo of Lulu🍋! 😊Sorry for the rant but this really upset me. Thank you darling, your mind is as beautiful as you are ❤
Im going to continue to buy Lululemon and Nike
Thank you!! I am so glad someone else has finally stated that a 40 is not the equivalent of a US size 10. I have been saying this for years.
I completely sure at this point that I may never own an HERMÈS item in my wardrobe! From reports of customer service to the ridiculous prices, and fastidious hurdles to PURCHASE their items, I give up. That's why I'm so thankful for dupes,or imitation. Like something, get an affordable one until I can get an original(if it's worth it). I won't be buying clothes AGAIN this year,as I'm still trying to use up the fabrics that I bought to reproduce some of my favorite styles from designers or Pinterest 😊
True confessions - full time grad student who keeps bringing books home. I have NO Time to read more than is assigned but still keep bringing books home and stacking them on top of everything else I haven’t read 😂
Collecting books is its own hobby. Enjoy it. And there will come a day when you are done with school and you will be able to read a book that's been waiting patiently for you.
I come back to your content over & over because you have a skilled way of weaving in humor, wit, anti-racism principles and a love for the finer things - like how sway?!! Love your content and I will also be divesting from Lululemon and I live in Canada. On my no-buy list is also books. I have an incredible library and I want to show the books I own love and respect. Also, because of you, I bought this stunning black sweater from Urban Revivo and I CANNOT wait to wear it ❤️
oh sis enjoy! it’s easily my favorite item in my closet right now 🤍
Multiples are on my no buy list for 2024. We (she, her, me 🙋🏽♀️) don’t need the thing in every color.
I love the no buy list videos. It’s like you buy the stuff, I obsess over it, and you talk through your buyers remorse for the both of us. Perfection.
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I do respect your honesty with buying luxury items and I have been expressing this to my friends for years. Most of these luxury brands do not even appreciate black people wearing their brands.
Luxury items are not even as special as before because everyone wears them; sometimes you can’t even differentiate the fake from real at a glance.
Stop making luxury brand owners increase their wealth; invest your money. Not saying not to buy if you can afford but do conscious and intentional purchases.
Stay Fierce!
Well said😊😊
First time watching any of your videos-loved your truthfulness! I’m a 65+ yr old GA white woman-retired from 37 years as a RN. None of these people would want me in their stores! They’re prejudice against anyone who doesn’t fit their ‘ideal’ of who should be wearing their brand. Thank you for sharing your lifestyle, thoughts, & beliefs!
Thanks so much for watching 🤍
“Players mess up too” 😂!!! This spoke to me and I have come to understand that I will do better in 2024! Luxury sunglasses 🕶️ have been my downfall too and I’m NOT going to purchase any this year…until you showed those tortoiseshell sunglasses 😂!!!
I'm a cap fiend. I have so many "luxury/designer" caps. However, the denim Celine Triomphe cap is a no can do. I saw someone at a museum with it on and I've thought about it DAILY lol but $690 that thang will never touch my head.
I’m not buying any clothes this year. Only buying one luxury bag if I can’t live without it and that’s about it. I have clothes in every closet it’s actually bugging me. So I will also cull the clothing I have.
Honestly I love adidas and Nike and their price points aren’t crazy for active wear and they last.
I just purchased”Get the F*** out your own way” by MJ Harris. I’ll be giving that my attention. I have many books and best sellers, however I have not completed any of them. So this is my first book purchase of 2024 and I plan to read the entire thing and journal great self serving and edifying notes from that book for my growth and development before moving forward…fantastic video Queen! love your persona…keep being so so dynamically beautiful …
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My favorite workout brand is popflex! It's owned by a OG TH-camr and her designs are amazing. Customer service is also on point
Girl those animal print Orans are the best I've seen! Such a versatile print!
They really are! 😃 I have a pair of Santorini’s in this print. Goes with everything! 😍
Thanks for sharing! Yes, I too will be more intentional of which firms will get my money. Poor customer service = no buying. Respect my money! Books: I have been a voracious reader since childhood, ranging from fiction (not romance or comedy) to historical, scientific and technical. However, it dawned on me about three years ago that many of the authors are promoting their version of supremacy. I’ve gone from reading a book a day to zero. Shifting a lot. Not promoting a family business dynasty that doesn’t respect my culture as they get richer from our money. Enjoy your 2024 journey!😃
Libraries & used books!! I read 3 a week & wd not b able to support this addiction!
"Thank you" cards are on my no buy list as well as one of the items you mentioned (books) I was rearranging my secretary desk and realized I have more thank you cards than I'll ever use. Either I'm a very thankful person or I have a thing for thank you cards. 😊😂😂😅
Not the books 😩😩😩 🤣😂🤣🤣 totally feeling that ... books will be my demise 😅🤣🤣
"Just finished the art of letting go" by Nick Trenton
Definitely in for the book club .... eternally looking for my tribe😩
Yes I too must place these parameters on myself because I deserve to live this lifestyle I cannot afford just yet (heavy on the yet….it’s coming). I’ll make a no-buy list for this year. I’ve been keeping a list of gaps in my wardrobe that I’m finding but I need to put down “do not buy another pair of ripped jeans” because I have enough!! Whew this video has me rethinking future purchase. Thank you ❤
Thanks for keeping a sister up to date with the fashion trend. My mantra is…I do not fight with anyone to spend my hard earned money with them. No ma’am sir!
I’m with you on the sunglasses. I haven’t trusted myself since I lost a pair of new very expensive Dior sunglasses on a cruise like 15 years ago. I never spend more than $100 (try to stay around $25-$50). Oh, and Lululemon is dead to me.
As a woman who also wears a 10 1/2 shoe, the way they try to oki-doke us saying those little shoe are going to fit...🙄 They want us to have all the onions and bunions and corns.. No thanks. Spend your coins where you are wanted ✌🏾
Onions, bunions, and corns. 😭😭😭
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That sounds like a terrible stew 😂
Well said Queen, i cannot stand all that big brand 'you are even lucky to be breathing the same air as us' BS, no thank you Sir! Great video xx
Lulumon is now on my no buy list forever as well! Thank you for sharing this information. I actually never got around to buying anything but their belt bag😂😂😂 If you have time a video about athletic brands that are inclusive would be appreciated. My thighs have rubbed together for as long as I can remember and I’m 5’0 size medium.
I feel seen! I sat on my Fendi sunnies, lost Tom Ford & YSL… and the kicker is I get the most compliments wearing a $5 pair from SheIn. No more designer sunglasses for me & I’m finally ok with that.
Thanks for keeping it 💯! I love luxury items; however, some are overrated.
My no buy list only contains sneakers for now. In 2023 I went a little crazy and contributed to Nike, Adidas, NB, and Gucci just to name a few! I’m definitely on a time out! 😂 I’ll continue to add to my list starting in Feb since January is my birthday month. 😊❤
This is by far the best video of 2024….thank you for reminding us our money matters & we get to decide how & were we spend it! Appreciate you 😍
You hit me where I live with the YSL shoes. Have not bought them in years for medical reasons, but the pieces of my feet that fell off every time I tried to fit myself into Louboutins....never again. And I'm adding Emperor of Rome by Mary Beard to the bookshelf.
I’m glad I’m not the only one who hoards books, of course with good intentions. The last book (Black cake:a novel) I purchased was in late December & I promised myself not to buy another until I read the books I purchased last year. I got rid of my magazines and now if I must have one I order a digital (Libby) copy through my local library. Happy New Year😘
Libby is a game changer!
I agree, I’ve read/listened to so many more books because of the Libby app!
For me, the best read book in 2023 was The House of Eve by Sadeqa Johnson and Before I Let Go by Kennedy Ryan. Current read, Black Girls Must Die Exhausted by Jayne Allen
These are on my top ten list too!
ohhh y’all got me hooked now!
The House of Eve was great! I'm looking forward to reading more by the author.
I keep trying to get into Before I let go. The beginning isn't grasping my attention at all.
That book was gooodtt. I’m afraid to get into the second book though because the way my expectations are set up
Great video. Hermès recently had a price increase in the last few days. I think they are $760. These same sandals use to be in the low $400s. The Hermès customer service is questionable.
Girl I bought a book because my friend recommended it on audible was enjoying the book and thought this is a good reference book, I should get a physical copy. Why was the book ALREADY on my bookshelf. This needs to be on my no buy. Lulu is also on my no buy as well, because I’m tired…..
So glad you explained/corrected the sizing. I was about to buy a pair of Church's loafers in a 40 and it seems like I need a 41.
FLX from Kohl’s is great active wear. I still love Spanx for many items, active, office, panties, leisure wear. I just adore them. Please don’t tell me anything bad about about them I will cover my ears
Great video Tashira! I had to force myself the other day not to buy another black turtleneck. I already have half a dozen. But overall it’s not a category as much as pumping the brakes on all clothing shopping unless I can truly justify the purchase. Shopping with intention as you would say. Love you Sis!💕
Not, "forever ever, because you could NEVER"! YES❤️ Speak your speech sis.😎
I started following Actively Black and plan to purchase active wear from them soon. Lululemon can kick rocks with Orans on 😂 I need to refrain from buying lipsticks/lipglosses (have way too many)!
This is why for the last 3 years I have clicked the like and share button. Always a lesson learned while viewing amazing content regarding fashion which I love. T going to always put that razzle dazzle on the video just to keep us woke and always serve a look while teaching and preaching. Transparency, the Real Real , Talk your shit, sprinkled with we voting for all the Blacks is why I support this channel. Excited to learn all 2024 as well as laugh and watch you Spark with the looks all year. 🤣❤️💪🏾🙌🏾💰😘🙏🏾🔥💅🏾👍🏾✅
thanks sis happy new year!
Well said 😂
I walked into Lululemon store in a white rich neighborhood in Grosse Pointe MI and I saw 2 Latinas, a black woman, and a white woman working and the customer service was very good. I bought 3 t-shirts. I'll shop there again.
Somerset is the best location in Troy
This is why I love you and your page! As a Baltimore native, I see you as a near by cousin lol.
I love that you keep it real alllll the time! ❤ I’ve learned so much!
Thank you so much 🤗
I absolutely love your videos. Your sit downs always grab my attention. Your humor tickles me. Keep them coming!
Glad you like them!
I’m with you on the lululemon, never ever!
I am so glad the YT algorithm brought this video my way. You’re so amazing!
I’m currently reading Jemele Hill’s memoir “Uphill”.
I also was born to live the lifestyle I can yet to afford lol. I enjoyed this video so much and I just love spending time with you! I will say I should stop buying shoes but that is not going to happen. But, overall trying to be extremely picky and shop with major intention. Great video!!
thanks a bunch!
I can relate. I went to Hermes for the first time and they did the same thing to me and my husband. After a short wait, we decided to leave.
I feel ya about the sunglasses. Every time I go to Chicago, I lose a pair!!!!!
Also, Paris Hilton wears a size 11 shoe and she decided to only wear from brands that offer her size to all customers after realizing pictures of her in custom shoes gave the impression they were widely available.
I am reading the art of Eliza Ivanova. I borrowed from the library
The way I cackled all throughout this video lol!! Several gems dropped, as the girls have noted in the comments. But, your videos just feel like a good kikiiii (sp) and I definitely needed one today. So, thanks Tashira!! ALSO, Target's Ultra High Rise leggings (w/pockets) by All in Motion are a good dupe for the Lululemon leggings and for a fraction of the price and the bigotry. Take care!!
Glad you enjoyed it! Sending love ❤️
Athleta is a good exercise clothing brand that is inclusive. I’ve been using it for years. You read books when you are ready. I write the year I bought a book in the cover, so I can see when I read it. Last year I read a book that I bought 14 years ago in Antigua. I needed that book then. It was Pema Chodron - the Places that Scare You: A Guide to Fearlessness in Difficult Times. This year I picked up bell hooks - Sisters of the Yam: black women and self-recovery, bought in 2005. 😊
Love Athleta. And writing the purchase year in a book is such a good idea. Thanks for sharing!
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Luv’d this! Actively Black is the black-owned luxury activewear brand for you, Sis 🙌🏼 TML💖
"I just finished watching an amazing vlog and I feel super confident about my fashion choices. beautiful pair of Hermes sandals that I've been eyeing for a while, but I realized that I can still achieve the same look without breaking the bank by opting for a similar design from Steve Madden. I completely agree with your observation about how luxury customer service models are changing across all brands, but I'm confident that I can navigate these changes and still get the exclusive experience I'm looking for. Ultimately, I believe that fashion is about expressing oneself and feeling confident in one's choices, and I'm excited to explore more options that align with my values and style."
I'm down for a book club. I received a Kindle Paperwhite for Xmas and am excited to make leisure reading more of a priority this year. Great video, as always.
Could not agree more on how some luxury brands treat their customers. No, I will not be lining up for permission to spend MY money to purchase YOUR products, or engaging in their “you can’t sit with us” mind games. Big mistake. Huge. It’s so insulting & misguided and if they think in these pre-end-times I will be spending my precious minutes in that way, let me correct them.
This is my first time at your channel, hello. I don't have any luxury brands but I enjoy learning what's out there and can appreciate them. What I can identify with is Books. I love a book niche (used )book store but I have plenty and need to finish several before I purchase more. My last book I read was in December , a collection of stories by Charles Dickens. Holy moly why hadn't I read this before. I too have a magazine subscriptions , National Geographic and Smithsonian. They are perfect for the ladies room. I did receive Vogue in the pass. No more. Thank you for sharing with me. Your are a beautiful women.
I watched this TWICE! I be so tickled when you say…AT A BIG AGE😂😂! But we are the same! I love my reversible Valentino belt! When I tell you I wear it to the ground!! The way I flip flop that thang😂! I buy most of my luxury items online because I don’t want to have to deal with despicable customer service! Speaking of Mango…they are having a good sale right now!!! The first time I went in a lululemon store was my last! I read the room quickly! I said, awww this ain’t for my body or my pockets! To tha left to tha left!
I was thinking about ordering some lululemons , but I’ll go with alo yoga instead! Also,I find luxury lip products are over rated. I found that my most used lip product is the pink Vaseline rosy lip therapy! 😂
Sis, I wish I had known about Lululemon before placing an order yesterday.😩 This makes me sad because I love their athletic wear and have items from them that are almost a decade old.
Regarding books. I started reading consistently last year, but I prefer reading on the Kindle app. I hate clutter, so I don't buy physical copies of books. If I ever get the urge to read physical books, I'll get it from the library.
Lastly, when it comes to sunglasses, I'm the opposite. When I buy luxury sunglasses, I tend to not lose them because I paid way too much money for them. I'm always aware of where they are at all times.
Same here with the no-buy. $400 Tom Ford glasses and I haven’t taken them out them box 🤦🏽♀️. Currently reading “Black Girl no Magic”
The reason I adore you? I never leave your channel without learning something in the most thought-provoking yet humorous way! And those sunglasses in the gloss black are on my wish list this year.
Thanks so much
As a customer service and customer experience professional, I refer to Hermes as a “what NOT to do”. The service-business model is horrendous.
I went to New Balance and they put me on that machine... The guy told me i was a size 11 and my first response was " the devil is a lie" 😂😂😂. I told that man i was a 10, i begrudgingly took the 10.5. He hurt my feelings.
You said he hurt your feelings. 🤣🤣🤣
Love your transparency. Fabletics, very size inclusive and quality garments. In fact the last time I was in Lulu, I was on line ordering from Fabletics, cause I had garments that were in my account.😅
Happy Friday P&F😀n This is Gonna b so Good🔥🔥🔥👍….
When do you do winter coats, gloves, and scarfs haul. It's snowing in Baltimore, MD.❤❤❤
Coming on Wednesday boo!
This is the first video I'm seeing from you, and while I'm not a big brand person, I just loved your refreshing approach and vibe so much that I subscribed.
I just finished "Take My Hand" by Dolen Perkins-Valdez. Perfect read for women as we continue to fight to control what happens to our bodies.
Another top-tier video ❤❤❤ I'm putting sunglasses at any price on my no-buy list. Reading "72 Hour Hold" and "The Women of Brewster Place"
Learning new words while getting fashion dos and donts. We love
As someone who is now a size 11 it's sooo hard to find boots that fit with nice leather quality. So many brands stop at a 10. I like Athleta and Zella for workout attire. I just added "Things I Should have Told My Daughter" by Pearl Cleage on audible to start this weekend. I too cannot buy another book in 2024.
Love Pearl Cleage!
❤I thrift all my clothes. Lucky to have a great store near me
"Were not doing it.
I'm not going to be able to do it.
I don't have to take it!
I do NOT work to earn a wage to fight someone to purchase something."
THAT PART. PLEASE say that again cause they cant hear us.
Toodles is the theme of 2024 😂 💅🏿
I retired over a year ago, so I don't need much. I was a professional so blazers, suits, dresses were my wardrobe. I could wear those to church as well. However, I don't need another athletic shoe, or workout gear. Jewelry (I hardly wear my LV hoops and other things. Purses ( I do want a FENDI and another Gucci). Jackets and blazers. Let's just say I need to stay out of the store. Loved your video as usual.💖
Yes! People often seem to equate lean/skinny with health which is not the case. It doesn't take into consideration that people - men and women - often get softer as the get older, bodies are often built different, more curves does not mean you don't deserve clothes. Megan Thee Stallion is not going to be the same size as a member of Black Pink! Personally I love the Max Mara and Marina Rinaldi split.
I refuse to support any brand that doesn't support POC and poor customer service is an absolute deal-breaker. I am not going to beg to spend my money with people who don't respect me. This year I'm focused on buying BIPOC more than ever.
Full size perfumes are a no-buy. There is no way I'm getting through a bottle so I'm going for the travel size at best even though it's not the best value.
As of late last year I have entered into luxury purchasing space and I thank you for sharing your experiences.
Enjoyed (and was enlightened by) many of your comments. I am not a "luxury brander", and just clicked on your video from its title. I especially enjoyed your commentary on yourself--that is, how you know yourself (always losing sunglasses), and your personal perspective and opinion. I look forward to following you.
You better PREACH!!!!!!!!! I love that you went into DETAILS and didn’t leave no stone unturned OKAY!
My favorite athletic brand is Actively Black.
I could listen to you speak all day! I feel like I was on FaceTime chatting with you. You make me laugh, and your takes are so refreshing!
Sister, the make up was eating!
I’m not buying anymore designer sandals, logo T-shirts & Nike sneakers- I could be an octopus & I’d need more feet for the amount of sneakers I have 😂
I loved this video! I don't have a lot of luxury items persay but the few pieces that l do own are vintage or second hand. As far as belts, l totally agree with you. I found a beautiful vintage leather Coach belt that l adore. No logos on it just a beautiful brass buckle.
I agree vintage belts are everything.
Agree totally regarding the fat phobic & diversity issue points you made. Such ashame. Funny I can go to Walmart and purchase athletic wear and my thighs don't wear through that material for "a lot" less. Lululemon's pricepoint for what?