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The Art of Splurging

January 23rd, 2009 at 05:08 pm

"Knowing when to splurge is an art. There are just two rules: Splurge on the most classic item in the world. You will have it forever. Splurge on the most insane thing in the world. You will have it and cherish it forever." - Isaac Mizrahi

I really like this quote. Maybe because I can use it to justify purchases? :P

I have been thinking about this and what I consider splurges. I thought back to the things I have bought over the years. While I have spent quite a bit of money on various items (especially my purse collection), I don't think any of them are splurges. Why? Because I put money aside for the items. Whether it be saving coins, dollar bills, or taking $10 out of each paycheck, I was preparing for the purchases.

So, onto what I would consider a splurge (given my current situation):

1. Classic and Timeless: a Chanel Flap. A gorgeous purse. Well made and will finish any outfit perfectly. Between $1,700-2,000.

2. Insane: A Nintendo Wii. Might not sound insane to some, but for me I would only use the Wii for Wii Fit. And I am not even sure I would use that on a regular basis. I'm contemplating asking for it for my birthday but I might wait a for another year for the price to drop a little more (so I wouldn't feel as guilty if I didn't use it all the time!). Between $200-250 depending if you buy new or used.

What are your classic and insane splurges?

Posted in Shopping, Misc. | 5 Comments »

5 Responses to “The Art of Splurging ”

  1. go.Xtina Says:
    January 23rd, 2009 at 05:10 pm 1232730657
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    I guess my trips are insane =P

  2. Slowlygettingthere Says:
    January 23rd, 2009 at 05:17 pm 1232731030
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    Perfume... For my husband,oldest daughter,and me- signature scents. The first perfume my husband bought me was Eternity. 20 years later it still brings memories. I'm not sure where to put these. Both classic and insane (because they are expensive!).

  3. gamecock43 Says:
    January 23rd, 2009 at 05:29 pm 1232731796
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    I usually regret my splurges. I almost splurged on a sweatshirt today- then decided to keep my $12 and now I'm glad I did.

  4. Broken Arrow Says:
    January 23rd, 2009 at 05:39 pm 1232732385
    1232732385

    Hehe, thought-provoking quote.

  5. Joan.of.the.Arch Says:
    January 23rd, 2009 at 07:14 pm 1232738062
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    My insane splurge last week? Sixteen 4-inch horse blanket pins. Sounds insane doesn't it, especially given that I have not even been on a horse in about 35 years and the last time I even saw one was when I went to shovel manure at the police stables to get fertilizer for my garden. Why did I make this little splurge? Ah, I think I'll just leave it an unexplained insanity.

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