Something that I’ve wished to do for a while is talk about what’s worth the “splurge” (on a huge or little level) versus what’s NOT worth the splurge. For example: I always joke that life is as well short for affordable liquor as well as affordable toilet paper. On the flip side, I seldom notice the difference with a “fine” red wine (ahem), as well as “good” coffee is squandered on me likewise — Folgers is just fine for my one cup a day. At the grocery store, I commonly purchase store brands (or whatever’s cheapest).
{related: what are you a snob about?}
What’s worth the Splurge To Me
On a day to day level, my cleaning expert (who now comes when a fortnight) is non-negotiable as well as an absolute necessary (we like you Olga!), as well as I will provide up other splurges (such as regular dinners out) to keep space for her in the budget.
Psst: In honor of this series’ original title, Tales from the purse — here’s a small search with wallets we love!
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On a grander level, I believe education is worth the splurge if other elements align; in other words, the much more costly program may be worth it if it offers enhanced networking abilities / alumni base / profession services / etc. In terms of housing, I’ve always prioritized living area over place or amenities (e.g., I’ve never resided in a glitzy house building in a very trendy area however rather the largest house I might get in the safest area near where I wished to live).
As I’ve discussed before, in terms of fashion I tend to splurge on accessories (bags, jewelry) as well as less on clothing. Still, I have discovered significant differences in, say, a sweatshirt marketed as a $100 sweatshirt versus a sweatshirt marketed as a $500 sweatshirt (which I may have paid $100 for).
Yesterday we talked about travel splurges, with numerous people (me included) noting that you ought to travel when you can. I wonder, though: when is it worth it to get the “bargain” offer for travel — taking your trip in the off season or staying somewhere not as stylish — if you’re going for the experience?
There are no best answers here, obviously; I just believed it may be an fascinating discussion. Readers, where do you splurge as well as where do you savenull