I find keeping a list and having an understanding the retail sales cycle essential for being an aware consumer. There is always going to be a sale or source for getting something at less than full retail. Also be mindful of holidays, semiannual clearance turnover and the best time to get certain items. Also be wary of just paying for a name. Most people are not collectors with intention. They're just average citizens duped into buying an image.
It's no secret that drugstore skincare products are every bit as effective as branded ones....the list of ingredients used in both are often identical. When you pay premium prices for branded products, your money is helping to subsidise their marketing/branding/promotional costs
I like how you are honest and open about making mistakes and how you have learned from them :) the process of becoming more minimal and conscious is not always linear
Hello Eileen. These are very helpful tips. I imagine you invested in your luxury items when you had your career. You are very fortunate to have a husband that provides you with the means to still make more mindful purchases. My husband and I use our credit cards for airline miles, but we do pay the bill each month. We are no longer in debt. We even paid off our house two years ago. I practically replaced my whole wardrobe after I retired almost two years ago. I consider myself very sensible with my purchases (I don't buy designer luxury items). I buy quality natural fabric items and I hardly ever pay full retail price unless I truly want something that I know will sell out. I just need to stop making purchases. I'm working on it. Thanks for all your inspiration.
Excellent video with lots of good information. I agree with you on the using credit cards to purchase most things completely, we've gotten a lot of freebies ranging from gift cards to free flights just from using our credit cards. I go in every two weeks (sometimes more if we've been using them a lot) and pay them off so we don't end up with a huge shocking balance at the end of the billing cycle. I'm sure my credit card companies hate me since they never make a penny of interest off me LOL!
Hi Eileen. I love all your videos, and I appreciate the quality of your content. I have always said, how much I have learned from you. Thank you, take care and GB. ❤
Eileen I really really obsessed with your style and videos so so so much you are my inspiration and I wish you have a wonderful wonderful week ahead 🥺♥️♥️♥️
I love listening your videos ❤. I don’t do things the same way of you but I have learned so much applying some of your concepts to my lifestyle. I really don’t care about luxury brands but I put my money on luxury treatments and healthcare. I rather have a beautiful skin than a luxury handbag. All the things you teach can be applied to different lifestyles. Thank you!! Keep the good work 🤗
This was such good advice. I am thinking about reducing how I shop for things and being more intentional about what I buy. Thank you for sharing. Happy Holidays to you and your family.
I love this video 🎉☺️. Is it possible to make a full in depth video about your wardrobe. Like how many Shirts and so on. I am currently outsourcing my clothes and need some inspiration 😅
Hi Eileen, I love the content of this video. Your thoughts and suggestions are very helpful especially when we are in the holiday season with all of the sales going on. I love the idea of a wish list. It certainly does keep me focused. One thing that has been on my mind for quite some time is that it amazes me at how some influencers manage to have huge “hauls” almost weekly. I cannot relate to that amount of spending and honestly when is enough, enough? Even if they are extremely wealthy, I simply don’t understand why a person needs to purchase so many items. Do you have any thoughts about that.
Where is your teddy coat @2.40 min from? As a petite person it’s so hard to buy a teddy coat without looking like I’m drowning in the coat. You look lovely in yours btw! 😀
I advise ppl careful using credit cards unless u use it wisely otherwise interest rates will be high and plus hidden fees.if possible use only debit card.
Thank you for sharing! I highly recommend taking a look at the talk by Frank Abagnale, he went into details of why using credit cards can be beneficial xx
I do want to sell by begs. But i dont know which channel to use to sell them. It would be good if u could create a platform for us to do it. But meanwhile, do you know which website i can use to sell preloved coach begs?
I believe you can use credit cards without being controlled by them. I personally have enjoyed many benefits from using credit cards (but I make sure to clear the bills every month). I think self control applies in many life situations. The invention of lifts means people don't have to use the stairs, but they don't take away the option-- we choose not to use the stairs 🙈
@@ColourfulNoir That's not my point. Cash is the only form of money / currency that cannot be controlled. And CBDCs will be a system of total enslavement. Sorry to burst your bubble, but you may want to look into it. Or end up like the people in China. 🤷♀️
Thanks for the suggestion, I'll make sure to look into it seeing I'm quite intrigued by the topic of money. A while ago I read a book by Saifedean Ammous on the idea of alternatives to central banking, which then led me to investing in some cyptocurrency 😃 To me, cash is really just an extension of the central banking, it's printed by them after all, and they get to decide on how much to print, regardless of the level of inflation etc. I recently got little gift from a Zimbabwean friend-- it's a note of one billion Zimbabwean dollars, which is now officially worth nothing. So I guess when it comes to money, no one really has complete control over anything.
@@ColourfulNoir Yes, they print the currency, but once you have it in your pocket, they can't track you or control how, when and where you spend it, or PREVENT you from spending it (e.g. because of your low social credit score, etc.) I'm sure you already know Mike Maloney's brilliant documentary series "Hidden Secrets of Money"?! After you've grasped that you should start looking into CBDCs, 15-minute-cities, and the nefarious plans of the WEF and the WHO. Otherwise all your planning and putting money back will have been for naught.
I find keeping a list and having an understanding the retail sales cycle essential for being an aware consumer. There is always going to be a sale or source for getting something at less than full retail. Also be mindful of holidays, semiannual clearance turnover and the best time to get certain items. Also be wary of just paying for a name. Most people are not collectors with intention. They're just average citizens duped into buying an image.
It's no secret that drugstore skincare products are every bit as effective as branded ones....the list of ingredients used in both are often identical. When you pay premium prices for branded products, your money is helping to subsidise their marketing/branding/promotional costs
I find your content a breath of fresh air. Thank you🌸🐝
Thank you so much! xx
I like how you are honest and open about making mistakes and how you have learned from them :) the process of becoming more minimal and conscious is not always linear
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Hello Eileen. These are very helpful tips. I imagine you invested in your luxury items when you had your career. You are very fortunate to have a husband that provides you with the means to still make more mindful purchases. My husband and I use our credit cards for airline miles, but we do pay the bill each month. We are no longer in debt. We even paid off our house two years ago. I practically replaced my whole wardrobe after I retired almost two years ago. I consider myself very sensible with my purchases (I don't buy designer luxury items). I buy quality natural fabric items and I hardly ever pay full retail price unless I truly want something that I know will sell out. I just need to stop making purchases. I'm working on it. Thanks for all your inspiration.
Excellent video with lots of good information. I agree with you on the using credit cards to purchase most things completely, we've gotten a lot of freebies ranging from gift cards to free flights just from using our credit cards. I go in every two weeks (sometimes more if we've been using them a lot) and pay them off so we don't end up with a huge shocking balance at the end of the billing cycle. I'm sure my credit card companies hate me since they never make a penny of interest off me LOL!
Haha same here! Xx
Lady Eileen in a Month of Thankfulness I thank you for reaching out to serve others...💎You are Diamond Girl
Thank you so much xx
Hi Eileen. I love all your videos, and I appreciate the quality of your content. I have always said, how much I have learned from you. Thank you, take care and GB. ❤
Thank you so much xx
Eileen I really really obsessed with your style and videos so so so much you are my inspiration and I wish you have a wonderful wonderful week ahead 🥺♥️♥️♥️
Thank you so much!! xx
I love listening your videos ❤. I don’t do things the same way of you but I have learned so much applying some of your concepts to my lifestyle. I really don’t care about luxury brands but I put my money on luxury treatments and healthcare. I rather have a beautiful skin than a luxury handbag. All the things you teach can be applied to different lifestyles. Thank you!! Keep the good work 🤗
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This was such good advice. I am thinking about reducing how I shop for things and being more intentional about what I buy. Thank you for sharing. Happy Holidays to you and your family.
Glad it was helpful! Thank you so much xx
I love this video 🎉☺️. Is it possible to make a full in depth video about your wardrobe. Like how many Shirts and so on. I am currently outsourcing my clothes and need some inspiration 😅
I love watching your videos😍
Thank you so much!! xx
Hi Eileen, I love the content of this video. Your thoughts and suggestions are very helpful especially when we are in the holiday season with all of the sales going on. I love the idea of a wish list. It certainly does keep me focused. One thing that has been on my mind for quite some time is that it amazes me at how some influencers manage to have huge “hauls” almost weekly. I cannot relate to that amount of spending and honestly when is enough, enough? Even if they are extremely wealthy, I simply don’t understand why a person needs to purchase so many items. Do you have any thoughts about that.
Thank you for another video. You really inspired me.
Thank you so much! xx
Such solid advice! Thanks for your insights.
Glad it was helpful! xx
Great tips, thank you!
Glad it was helpful!xx
Thanks for sharing these useful tips Eileen.🧡
Glad it was helpful! xx
you may jist be my new favourite!! great tips!
It was very smart to pass on the engagement ring and use that money for a home. More women should do that
❤ always Love your video.
Thank you! xx
Great,
Thanks for the tips
Thank you! xx
@@ColourfulNoir your welcome
Hi Eileen! What do you think about the Demellier bags? Are they worth the investment? Thank you!
Where is your teddy coat @2.40 min from? As a petite person it’s so hard to buy a teddy coat without looking like I’m drowning in the coat. You look lovely in yours btw! 😀
Hi everything is linked the the description box xx
I advise ppl careful using credit cards unless u use it wisely otherwise interest rates will be high and plus hidden fees.if possible use only debit card.
Thank you for sharing! I highly recommend taking a look at the talk by Frank Abagnale, he went into details of why using credit cards can be beneficial xx
This is only use in UK but not in Asia countries
I love your outfit today.You look gorgeous ♥️👩🦰♥️
Thank you so much!! xx
Im from malaysia, would u advice me how to sell my coach handbags?
It really depends. Do you use the bag much? xx
No. It is quite brand new. Just kept the dust bag n box
I usually sell pieces I don't use after 12 months, unless if the price increase is working in my favour xx
I do want to sell by begs. But i dont know which channel to use to sell them. It would be good if u could create a platform for us to do it. But meanwhile, do you know which website i can use to sell preloved coach begs?
Yeah, great. Ditch cash, become completely controllable by the powers-that-ought-not-be and help them usher in CBDCs. 🤦♀️
I believe you can use credit cards without being controlled by them. I personally have enjoyed many benefits from using credit cards (but I make sure to clear the bills every month). I think self control applies in many life situations. The invention of lifts means people don't have to use the stairs, but they don't take away the option-- we choose not to use the stairs 🙈
@@ColourfulNoir That's not my point. Cash is the only form of money / currency that cannot be controlled. And CBDCs will be a system of total enslavement. Sorry to burst your bubble, but you may want to look into it. Or end up like the people in China. 🤷♀️
Thanks for the suggestion, I'll make sure to look into it seeing I'm quite intrigued by the topic of money. A while ago I read a book by Saifedean Ammous on the idea of alternatives to central banking, which then led me to investing in some cyptocurrency 😃 To me, cash is really just an extension of the central banking, it's printed by them after all, and they get to decide on how much to print, regardless of the level of inflation etc. I recently got little gift from a Zimbabwean friend-- it's a note of one billion Zimbabwean dollars, which is now officially worth nothing. So I guess when it comes to money, no one really has complete control over anything.
@@ColourfulNoir Yes, they print the currency, but once you have it in your pocket, they can't track you or control how, when and where you spend it, or PREVENT you from spending it (e.g. because of your low social credit score, etc.) I'm sure you already know Mike Maloney's brilliant documentary series "Hidden Secrets of Money"?! After you've grasped that you should start looking into CBDCs, 15-minute-cities, and the nefarious plans of the WEF and the WHO. Otherwise all your planning and putting money back will have been for naught.
I'm intrigued! Will definitely look into it!
I love watching your videos😍