10 Things Stylish Women Never Buy

[@veronicaroy1766]

Absolutely agree. No fake nails, no giant heeled shoes, no long loose hair or tendrils. No union jack t shirts, no ripped jeans, no shorts, no leggings without a bottom-covering blouse or tunic.

[@makeamericakateagain]

I’m 47, born and raised in LA. I have never used false eyelashes, hair extensions, Botox, fillers etc. I am a rarity indeed! Less is more ladies! 💗💗💗

[@phoenix1732]

Agree. 63 here n just natural.

[@DJ-nh6wq]

@@Rachel299 same with me! I’m 56. Silver hair and nothing fake on me. I can’t even stand to wear shapewear. Lol

[@Ninja-ix6lr]

Great attitude! Natural is best!!!

[@mstwelvedeadlycyns]

Agreed

[@riceislife722]

Same here, I don’t use make-up, I have never pluck my eyebrows since birth, I don’t use fake nails coz I’m a nurse and I just keep my nails short and clean. I don’t dye my hair ever even if my grays are multiplying. I pay attention to my hygiene, grooming, physical and mental health.

[@valfletcher9285]

T- shirts that SAY THINGS. (over age of 30) I LOVED this VIDEO!!!! A wise lady told me about 20 years ago good advice "Never turn yourself into a walking greeting card". That helped me VERY MUCH!

[@esta1ful]

I agree on the message t-shirts.

[@getknit8334]

Agree! BUT I do indulge in one such t-shirt every year to do my gardening work - no one sees me and it feels 'naughty'!!

[@lilliansmith5078]

I agree. I'm not doing free advertising for anyone!!

[@Cheryl-dy5ug]

Even when I was younger I always hated shirts with sayings on them,or the name of the company, never worn them never will

[@crazymelomanka]

I wear them if they look elegant and have a short and positive message. I have one with lace sleeves, and I love it.

[@Tina-ji4bj]

Agreed!… also those individual coffee pods, Starbucks coffee, and expensive make up

[@karijuvik5935]

I’m Norwegian and would never spend money on most of these things either, the exception is backpack. We are using backpacks a lot, especially in nature. I do agree they are not very safe to use in a large city or in crowded places, unless they have a pocket you can’t access unless you take the backpack off. Other things I would never spend money on is tattoos and piercings. (Earlobes excepted)

[@enjoystraveling]

I use a small backpack as my purse, very small one but if I’m going to be in a crowd, then I take it off since it has a strap I can hold it in a different way

[@jillschaefer1360]

U.S here, I agree with this. There are reasons (times and places) for backpacks, just like with flasks.

[@catharinemacdonald3783]

Backpacks are better than shoulder bags if you have a lot of stuff, or a computer. It's not good for your body to have one side weighted more than the other. And, backpacks give you free hands. It's not any less safe than a purse. You really have to be out of it to not to tell if someone is touching your bag.

[@msigg2656]

I'm a Swiss woman and also use a backpack and flask for nature activity. I also use the refillable flask at work to avoid spilling water on my desk 😮 and to have water with me in general when I know I will otherwise not have easy access to it ~ it depends on the activity. The rest, yes, 100% agreement and I can say I've not spent money on any of those other things 😊 my last fancy dress outfit was Octoberfest in Munich 2004 😂

[@margarettelaizure3220]

I use my swim bag which is a backpack all the time for shopping or visiting friends. I lent it to a friend who recently visited Spain. Didn’t have to use carry on! It saves my shoulders from lugging things. I’m just aware of my surroundings since I live and work in a city known for crime.

[@weebizzom1495]

I agree with all of these, and I would add two things. (1) Fake tan. It doesn’t fool anyone. I saw a woman recently whose face, arms and legs were different colours - beech, teak and walnut, I would say. She looked like a marquetry coffee table! (2) Fast fashion. Not only for the obvious reasons like poor treatment of workers, pollution and poor quality garments, but it goes out of fashion so quickly and somehow, last year’s look seems worse on an older lady than on a teenager. It is not just mutton dressed as lamb, it is more like mutton trying to dress as lamb and not quite succeeding - rather undignified.

[@hollygolightly8048]

“She looked like a marquetry coffee table.” 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@MazzaCheewanich]

Yes! Let's bring back classy not cheap style to the mainstream.

[@cedarrockcabin3633]

I agree 100%. My daughter was an esthetician and told me the lash extension adhesive and false eyelash adhesive can damage the lash follicle as well. I don't understand investing in special athletic clothing to go walking in, even for power walking. My husband and I power walk around a local lake regularly and it amazes me how many women wear expensive yoga clothing to walk in. I really don't understand it. Joanne

[@sandra7790]

I like walking in special clothes very much 😅 one reason is, that the tights have a special pocket for the smartphone and the key, so I can go without an extra bag.

[@feliciasampson8032]

I do carry a backpack, but only when I'm skiing or hiking/snowshoeing or cycling. That way I keep my hands free for ski or hiking poles.

[@MsJuliadanny]

“If I exercise I know it, if I don’t exercise I know it, too” 😄😄😄it also hardly escape my notice, even if I am absent-minded

[@paris0551]

This video really made me smile, and it’s a yes to those things from me. Another to add to the list are expensive lotions and potions that promise my face and body will travel back in time and be wrinkle free, will make me look younger etc. They won’t. I think I had to be a woman of a certain age to accept this because although I knew it, I was always lured by the advertising. Not any more, I know what suits my face and body and am happy with the products I buy x

[@nataliamiles7109]

Yes, I agree. My dermatologist in San Francisco told me decades ago to buy Dove soap and forget about buying expensive facial cleansers; he even had samples of Dove soap in his office. I use Nivea on my face and body and have done so for decades--love it!

[@dawnkaraffa866]

LOVE this video. It made me smile and laugh!! And I agree with everything you said.

[@verenamenzel8958]

I#m glad to see, that you also dislike fake nails. I for myself hate it. Never wore some. Even the most men hate it. So lets be natural !

[@sandylewis8897]

She makes me laugh, but I have to agree with her! Except, I thought they said there are some pretty respectable wines in boxes now lol?!?

[@IAmWithinEverything]

Elements of Earth Body Lotion has transformed my 69 year old body to supple smooth young looking skin. $14 a large tube and all ORGANIC.

[@pam3744]

I wholeheartedly agree with everything you said, Marie-Anne. Something that I see as a waste of money for me is coffee to-go. I purchase locally-roasted beans, grind them at home, and make the most delicious coffee in the same French press I’ve been using for years.

[@polishtheday]

Same here except I’ve converted to pour over.

[@julietbrown8682]

ohhhhhh the delight of grinding beans (I have a little wall mounted coffee grinder from my parents that my sister and I used to excitedly take turns with - the feel of grinding beans and the delicious smell, similar to grinding peppper..... blissful, it felt so sophisticated and grown up and classy to our little selves). Enjoy your beautiful coffee (and why would you waste it whilst rushing from one place to the next without noticing how wonderful it is, thats for second rate coffee surely :) )

[@lizcademy4809]

I recently had an example of this. I bought a bag of specialty beans at a coffee shop near my office, it makes delicious pour over coffee. I normally make coffee at home and bring in a thermos of it, but one day last week I skipped making coffee. I went to that same coffee shop, they had the same beans as a batch brew, so I bought a cup - it tasted lifeless and flat compared to my own brew. Good coffee equipment is a "buy once in your lifetime" purchase.

[@kalo924]

Me too!

[@FeziykaPIlic]

I will never 'get' people who walk around with a cup of take away coffee: for me, coffee is to be enjoyed when you take fifteen minutes to sit down and relax!

[@nena2281]

What a beautiful shadow stripe blouse!!

[@mammycher8895]

Raised in Boston, I am 63 and omg I agree with everything! I just had to say! Makes me feel good I am so chic. Thank you.

[@MegInASheathDress]

No logo shirts, no cartoon characters or school names or product names on shirts. I also don't buy a ton of makeup. I have 5 products I use, and when I run out, I either replace it with the same product or try a different brand. Minimalist makeup. Great video. ❤

[@MarieAnneLecoeur]

minimalist makeup is definitely the way to go Meg 😃 I am so glad that I still look like me when I have no makeup on 😃

[@ghenet8759]

Agreed with you 💯with everything you said, fake hair, fake anything it's a no no. Your show is my favourite show elegant and practical

[@DebraNo9]

I completely agree about these things, but I will say that my adult children have gifted me several pairs of holiday earrings. So I do wear those, since they make me smile knowing people I love the most bought them for me. ❤

[@lydia9835]

I agree with your list, Marie-Anne, except for backpack bags! Crossbody bags and shoulder bags seem always to give me a pinched nerve and make me feel unbalanced. Instead, I use very simple, secure and small backpacks as my pocketbooks. For years I used a beauty by Tumi, and now have a decent one by Knomo London. One can develop a more heightened awareness of our backs. I still love this and all your videos. Thank you!

[@Jen7867]

You sound like you are very careful to keep a watchful eye. Plus, this enables you to take proper care of your body. I'm sure Marie-Anne would approve of that. 😉

[@srkh8966]

But she’s complaining about adults wearing animal backpacks

[@deborahwilson6970]

I found when I went back to school, it was easy and better for the back to carry books in a backpack than in shoulder bag, even though I grew in time when we carry books to school in satchels.

[@polishtheday]

I have a small simple crossbody (Baggalini) that I can also belt around my waist. That’s where my phone, keys and other essentials go when I need to carry a backpack. I can keep it close to my body and everything I need is in reach. I’ve had upper back pain from carrying anything heavy in a crossbody so it’s important that I have the waist option. I sometimes wear it at my waist to define my waist as I’d do with a belt. The important thing is that it’s black, basic and doesn’t look like the belt bags that hikers and tourists sometimes wear. I also keep my backpacks simple in grey or black and always in waterproof material. I love the Prada backpacks but would never carry one because I don’t like logos that advertise you’re carrying an expensive bag.

[@deden7882]

I think the biggest and most serious waste of money happens when one doesn’t have focus to build the wardrobe properly… As you teach in your marvelous videos!

[@Jubilee33382]

@@MarieAnneLecoeur Yes, 0h dear! During Covid Lockdown I did a lot of online impulse buying for pieces that don't go with anything else in a material I would not wipe my floor with - laugh!!!

[@dianneyoungblood689]

I am 73 and yes I use a fitbit. Cute seasonal small earrings… and I am just fine. Roots only touched up. Light nice makeup. Nothing extreme.

[@dawnmillier]

I agree with most of these things, except the flasks. I keep mine filled at all times (and wash it out every few days, of course). Unless I am having people over for dinner, it's the only thing I drink water out of. This allows me to use less dishes, and means that I always have water ready to grab when I am leaving the house. I drink sooo much more water now than I ever used to out of glasses. Just a personal preference that has helped me stay healthier.

[@presdonna]

You articulated my viewpoint perfectly. I travel often, and my flask is my companion. I use it to track my daily hydration.

[@LinA-it9vd]

Washing anything used everyday by mouth only every few days is dangerous. Bacteria grows instantly when you mouth touches it. Wash it everyday to be safe.

[@barbarakelly1916]

I fill a water carafe every morning. It is easy to track hydration with this; and I enjoy drinking from a real glass. Flask is for outdoors use.

[@HaggisIsGross]

Marie-Anne, I take only one exception to your list and that is the shaved ice/snow cone machine. Here in Hawaii shave ice (no “d”) is a traditional treat, and I do have my own hand cranked shaver. I make my own syrups and purées from fresh fruit to make nonfat and delicious desserts and drinks; much like a sorbet but less bother! Economical way to use up fruit that’s gone too soft but is still good, as well.

[@aprilsmith1166]

I had never heard of shave ice! Once again I am learning very interesting things from this channel!🙂

[@enjoystraveling]

@@aprilsmith1166 Shaved ice is mostly a thing in warmer, tropical or semi tropical places like Hawaii, Mexico, Texas, and Florida, for example.

[@JNoMooreNumbers]

I know Spam is pretty popular there.😂The canned mystery meat that started out as army rations.

[@Catty19748]

You're so on my level Marie Anne just so relatable. I just never got in to that fake stuff even though its so in at the moment here in England at least. I find I actually stand out just simply being more natural because everyone does the same thing! Agreed with every single one on the list.

[@forpcb]

And no tattoos. Rarely it looks good, especially with age.

[@daphnepearce9411]

@@forpcb 100% agree!

[@Catty19748]

@@forpcb couldn't agree more with you

[@ptrcnns1405]

@100 500 I definitely agree no tatoos

[@susanjennings4113]

I agree with everything you said Marie-Anne. I don’t have any of the things mentioned and I won’t go to a party if it’s fancy dress, won’t drink chateau de cardboard, no thank you 😅😂

[@emmsue1053]

Totally agree, I would add a filter app for your photos. I have met so many folks for the first time during business appointments & simply not recognised them!!

[@MarieAnneLecoeur]

Oh My Heavens EmmSue yes indeed 😱 there are so many apps and filters these days you can't be sure what people like like in real life. This is one of the reasons I pledge never to use filters, apps, surgery, botox and tweakments - I want to age Naturally. How can I give style advice to ladies over 50 if I have used anything to alter my looks to look younger - I believe it to be a dispicable deception on viewers 😡

[@jodyglaser1]

Along with the novelty earrings, I'll add novelty / Holiday socks! I was so happy to hear you comments on the Fit watch. My husband insists that I "need" one. I have resisted. He tends to buy me gifts that are actually things that he wants for himself, but thinks I should want, too.

[@zoiagubska369]

Agree. I got my smart watch only when got a dog, and watch is good during the walks when I can accept calls, use flashlight etc. No steps tracking at all.

[@MummyJo1]

I agree except for the Christmas earrings

[@janiceleitner7607]

I am with you Marie-Anne! Have never worn or purchased any of the items you mentioned. Such a waste of money or looking false and so made up. Looking forward to more of your fantastic videos.

[@Queen_ofWands]

I agree with you Marie-Anne. My pearl earrings are my favourite too. I keep my fingernails natural and do my own manicures. I will go for a good pedicure. I don't buy trendy items as I prefer to buy Classic styles that will last throughout the seasons. A Backpack is for going to the outdoors for a nature hike, otherwise I prefer a crossbody purse with a handle. I cannot wear high heels because of my back but up to 1 inch heel or flats is what works for me.

[@MarieAnneLecoeur]

👍

[@Di-Pi]

I’m 72, used to be a stylist back in late 80’s. I agree with everything Marie-Anne says here. Keep it classic, keep it high quality, and never EVER dye your hair purple! 😂

[@MarieAnneLecoeur]

💯👍

[@barbarakelly1916]

or hair with a shocking pink stripe! If you want to be "noticed", wearing a chic statement piece is much more elegant. Exception: HUGE sunglasses (a la the late Iris Apfel) are too "try-hard", in my opinion.

[@annr8514]

What a good list! I agree with all of them! It’s nice to know someone else feels the same! 👍

[@SandraHof]

Fun video. Thanks! I agree with all the things you listed. Since moving to a city in Poland, 9 years ago, I use large cross body bags, because I am often out for many hours and need room to keep gloves, hat, and perhaps an extra layer of clothing like a sweater or down vest during winter. I contemplated buying a backpack. But it seemed like I would put my shoulders out of joint putting it on and taking it off. I like that I can swing my cross body bag to the front of my body and access it whenever needed. Plus it is much safer while riding the trams and buses. Also, bags just look better on a woman my age of 67. I loved your point about how our clothes fit to know whether or not we have gained weight. I have not owned a scale for years. I keep clothing for years. So I know by how they fit if I have gained weight or not. But it kind of drives medical personnel nuts that I do not know how much I weigh when they need that information.😁 Happily, here in Poland the doctors do not weigh you like they do in the US.

[@nataliamiles7109]

Hi Sandra, I hate being weighed here in the US. I just tell the medical staff that I am a "recovering anorexic" and they leave me alone. Otherwise, they want you on that scale. No thank you. Like you, I know if I have gained weight by looking in the mirror and by how my clothes fit.

[@polishtheday]

I didn’t have a scale for years either until I needed one to weigh my dog and cat so they didn’t get overweight.

[@pocorosso765]

I agree with almost everything you said 👍🏻 But…. I will confess that I often do carry around an insulated water bottle because I love to drink water frequently and I love it chilled, and I am no always near the ice or the fridge. Lovely fun video! Thank You!

[@1207susant]

She got me on boxed wine.

[@lisagarner8261]

An open glass of water in my quilting studio is not going to happen! Insulated water bottle that keeps my water cold and won’t spill is a must.

[@miriamhavard7621]

She did said it was understandable when your traveling out of doors, but not when you're home. 🌺

[@TheCJTok]

I too can not drink water unless it is ice cold. I love my freebie insulated bottles my husband got from work. We actually do not have glasses except for crystal glasses with my China. We have plastic tumblers but I also have two dogs and a cat and open drinking containers can get hair in them.

[@RogueNinjaChef]

I'm in my 40s and I agree 100%! I don't waste my $$ on any of these either. When it comes to seasonal earrings such as Christmas, I'd rather buy something with real stones such as garnet studs or something decent with green crystals that can be worn throughout the year with other outfits. I usually opt for sterling silver earrings without stones so it matches just about anything.

[@ptrcnns1405]

I only wear gold or silver earrings. Definitely no novelty earrings for me. My ears get sore if my earrings aren’t gold or silver and they don’t look dated either

[@sueseelie]

I had to comment on the fit watches. I see people at the gym touching their watch, I have friends saying they’re trying to get X amount of steps, I don’t understand it. Every morning I get on the scale and see if I need to be a little more disciplined that day with my eating. I stick with my routine, 3/week at the gym and 2 dog walks per day. It’s very simple. Also, I have friends who have the Apple Watch, like a big screen on their wrist. I have a Cartier tank watch with black snakeskin band and a Tag Heuer classic link in stainless steel with gold accents. Both of these are > 25 years old. Simple and timeless classics. I love your videos!

[@MarieAnneLecoeur]

Keep it simple in all things Sue from eating to exercise to gorgeous accessories - that Cartier Tank sounds superb ❤️

[@Adoozyofaday]

I’m only guilty of the novelty earrings, but I work with young children and they love them. I understand your point, but I have so much fun with them. I only, however, have a few 😊

[@Di-Pi]

Me too! I’m a teacher of young children so I confess I have worn silly earrings more than once! 😂🎉

[@barbarakelly1916]

@@Di-Pi and Adoozyofaday: You are " dressing for your audience" with the novelty earrings. As a retired teacher, I believe that lightening up an often regimented school schedule and activities give a breath of fresh air. We need to be reminded to have fun and play.

[@dianawilde417]

I don't but any expensive night creams. I just use organic olive oil or rosehip oil. Easy. Especially good on the hands instead of hand cream. Takes just 5 minutes to soak in if you just use it lightly.

[@anotherfoolishmortal5437]

Olive oil will easily take ten years off your hands in short order. Ask me how I know 😉

[@lorrieorr3753]

Bonjour Marie-Anne, Loved seeing you as an elf! And the horror music with the boxed wine made me grin. I do wear a small fitbit - it acts both as watch and fitness tracker and keeps me motivated to move. One thing I never buy is paper plates and disposable cutlery. I think it's ugly and such a terrible waste of money, not to mention how bad it is for the environment. Merci!

[@deborahhanna4397]

Same! And I would rather wash dishes in my own home than fight crowds at the store to keep buying plates.

[@lifeinaditch]

I keep them on hand in case I don't have any water. There have been water main breaks and the town has to shut down water. Then the water turns brown. I'd rather use paper plates and plastic cutlery than get sick from bad water.

[@mellievern1161]

I am SO WITH YOU on the "fit" watches. I don't need an expensive gadget to guilt me into walking more. Yes, no fake eyelashes. I like how REAL you are. You rock!!!!!

[@paulaphilbrick357]

I use an apple watch for one specific reason… the “fall app”. As a senior citizen, falling could kill me and if I fall, the phone will call 911.

[@Hans6789-j9t]

You look stunning in that blue 💐 The most elegant woman I know So proud I align with you🥰🥰🥰

[@rubykeiss1540]

Haha here in Australia we call it Chateau cardbord for boxed or cask wine!🤣 Never drink it😜. Great chic tips👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@rubykeiss1540]

@@MarieAnneLecoeur Absolutely!! Hee hee! My friends in Canada and U.S call it that now!

[@bibibrin5035]

In Europe, we call tap water Château de la pompe.

[@bev3279]

I loved this! I never liked the look of novelty earrings, I’m with you / simple studs and I do love my small gold hoops. This was fun! I’m going to go have my iced coffee in a crystal glass!

[@starrbowie8649]

I appreciate very much the videos, which I came upon only about 3 weeks ago and have been catching up with several at a time. Have been sharing them and everyone so far finds them immensely valuable and the host a delightful, wise, and loving presence in our lives. I think sometimes the guidelines of less is more, keep it simple, and so on are a bit rigidly defined. For decades I have made simple earrings just by dropping beads of different colors, shapes, and textures in various sequences on a straight metal rod. They are not gimmicky, can enhance an outfit subtly, or serve as an accent in balance with other elements. Many craftspeople make beautiful pieces with similar qualities. Why be confined to studs and disparage other kinds. Marie-Anne herself work a striking pair of dangling black earrings in one video poster, and they looked great. Also, why can't an elegant or fluid or jaunty pattern in one garment be considered a valuable part of a simple, sleek, striking outfit? A study of the principles of design as codified by the ancient Greeks, who all studied in Alexandria with Egyptian scholars, cites one key factor in an appealing design to be its balance of unifying (similar--to avoid busyness, overstimulation) with varying (dissimilar--to avoid the boredom of too easily-digested patterns) features. Those choices can be nearly endless....

[@Auree-s3d]

Hi Marie-Anne, love your videos, always learn something new. I agree with all you mentioned here....I don't buy these things either....however I LOVE FANCY DRESS! No matter your age...it's FUN playing dress-up AT ANY AGE! Fancy Dress Parties, Halloween, Carnival......SO much FUN!

[@getknit8334]

Love her humor and honesty - couldn't agree with her more on everything she mentioned - I would add to that list use butter (instead of margarine - better taste, healthier), wearing atheleisure wear everywhere (ugh!), long hair on older women who have thinning hair (give it up and get a good cut), badly kept feet in open toe shoes or sandals, gum (who needs to look like a cow?), smoking ANYTHING (looks cheap), tatoos (looks CHEAP), skirts that are too short (no one has great knees), clothes that are so tight you see the rolls of fat....

[@trishagoodwin4069]

I would agree, apart from the butter. Would love to eat it, but diagnosed lactose intolerant at hospital about 20 years ago, so margarine it is, although the better olive oil sort, or even a dash of olive oil itself, as many Italians use it.

[@margaretWestminster]

Marie- Anne. You are such a wise lady with alot of common sense. I agree with you, anyway I am old at 75 and aging normally. I do enjoy your videos very much . Thank you ❤

[@MarieAnneLecoeur]

🤗

[@leonieduplessis4467]

The electric salt and pepper very handy for me Quite bad arthritis but I get your great tips😉

[@users-9pR2s7]

I totally agree with you on all these things. Lately, I've been "shopping my closet". The pandemic gave me a chance to go through my closet and fall in love again with my clothes and shoes; some which I had forgotten about. Thinking of new ways to wear and accessorize a dress, a skirt, a blouse, a pair of trousers, etc. made appreciate them all over again. I did splurge on a couple things over the pandemic, but in general, going through my closet made me realize that investing in and taking care of good quality pieces is well worth the initial purchase price which has been conveniently forgotten 😂.

[@BJoySen]

As a 70 yr old woman, an eight year old I have known since his birth just told me that I am getting older, with no gile on his part. I said, "Yes, just like you I am getting older and changing. It is a natural part of life". I do not try to hide my age and do not want to look silly while in the process, so am glad to say I have always stuck to Maries's guidelines.

[@bernadettec6386]

70 years young the other option we wont talk about.

[@Dundee0510]

I feel the exact same about everything listed and the Fitbit comment had me chortling

[@MarieAnneLecoeur]

😃

[@rcampos1352]

I'm spanish and I can tell you that here people never drink wine in tetrabrick. It's so much bad and cheap for us...If you drink that kind of wine, you look like a homeless... We have good wine in a good price. Thanks , Marie! Ton channel est très interessant et amusant aussi!! ☺

[@elizabethannferrario7113]

Hi I agree completely, for me my earring are all real either sapphire or pearl , same with all my jewels , and all must match , i might be called old fashioned but for me thats ok ! along with my hair i have a chin level bob and have had one since i was a child the only difference the colour now its bright silver and it looks gorgeous if i say so myself , but thank you my love liz from the UK 🇬🇧 xx

[@chonaabarico5852]

This made me smile when i watched your video Marie-Anne, i don’t buy fake perfumes i tried one time in my younger days, and i just wasted money, at one point in our lives we thought the stuff we buy save us money but it’s not..

[@EllenKlever-c7k]

I love listening to you Marieanne! Thank you for all your precious advice!

[@MarieAnneLecoeur]

You are very welcome

[@brendadon9394]

Love this. You are so right. I drink out of a thermos mug with a lid and handle. Even at home. I have such beautiful glassware that never gets used.

[@simama...xox..]

Actually, I do largely as well as a hate luke warm coffee ☕️ 😅

[@JNoMooreNumbers]

Me too. A free company Yeti. With cats, I'm afraid of breaking glass though the exception is wine on holidays.

[@cherylgreenwald224]

Ok, I have bought boxed wine before, but not recently lol. I agree with the drinking cups, and I would add bottled water in general. Just use tap water or a filter if your tap water is not suitable.

[@litebriteeyes]

I'm in complete agreement on all of these! The only one I do a tiny bit is the first one. My dear hubby adores Christmas and he loves to see me wear little Christmas dangle earrings and such in December.

[@ginamiller6754]

The only time I bought & wore novelty earrings was when I worked in Pediatrics (I’m an RN) The smiles were worth every penny! 😅

[@juanitahardy8583]

I certainly agree with these. Fake anything cheapens a woman as does showing too much skin.

[@suechris9610]

Yes !! Totally agree with all of these. I'm in the middle of a clear out. I have several kitchen gadgets that I now realise do the same job !!

[@patriciah.1090]

I agree with every single one of those suggestions Marie-Anne, glad I’m not the only one.

[@kepler-442b4]

Hello Marie-Anne, impossible to agree with you more, I am like that, I love being like that, it satisfies me financially and mentally. The beauty and elegance of simplicity without artifice, is naturalness, comfort and truth. I congratulate you! I loved this first video that I see on your channel and I'm going to subscribe to listen to you in more videos, if they are of this style they will not disappoint me because you are a balanced and therefore beautiful woman. Greetings from Spain from a woman who is already old and no matter how many years go by I have not changed my way of being and doing.❣️

[@shirleyp4048]

Just loved it Marie-Anne. You have quite a few followers here in Australia. Any chance you could do a one off capsule wardrobe for us in the Southern Hemisphere? Or show your beautiful brands with similar items available in other countries. I have thrown away much of my wardrobe since I’ve watched you, want to start afresh with non frumpy. Most of the beautiful brands you recommend are either not available or so, so expensive here.

[@shirleyp4048]

Myer, David Jones and there are some lovely clothes brands Sportscraft, Country Road, Trenery.

[@debbiegibson3604]

I agree with you on everything but the earrings. I have earrings that I only wear on specific holidays like Christmas, Halloween, etc. Since I have had them for twenty or even 30 years they are not expensive per wear. They help put me in the holiday spirit.

[@mallorygraf8574]

Marie! I love my Fitbit watch. It isn't that expensive (approx $100 more or less) and it helps keeps me trim. By the time I notice my clothes don't fit, it would be too late...the damage is done. My Fitbit helps me keep aware of how much I have moved that day (or not) and it helps keep me trim!😃

[@maureenwagg5305]

I completely agree with all these things. I feel the same about extentions, nails eyelashes. All of these are, as you say, damaging. I also have thin hair and my hair style is very similar to yours. I keep my hair short and I don't dye it. It's salt and pepper. It's my age and so what. Hair dye damages hair...especially thin hair like mine. My French grandmother used to get her hair set in rollers weekly by my aunt. Going to a salon is a treat I save for when my hair needs a trim. I have friends who are addicted to their long nails. To me they are impractical and a nuisance when using my computer keyboard. I think keeping it simple and elegant is definitely the way to go. Thank you for the excellent advice.

[@connie5768]

I haven't bought expensive skincare products in years, (oh, I did love Clarins!) but have relied on an inexpensive Eucerin daily sunscreen and other drugstore products to keep my skin healthy and young. I also never buy seasonal jewelry, serving pieces, or clothing. I also don't buy specialty culinary ingredients unless I know that I can use them in several recipes.

[@DebraNo9]

I also agree about the fancy dresses. I have so many LBDs, and they are so well suited to any occasion!

[@jamilgotcher365]

I did buy the automatic pepper grinder because my joints started to hurt grinding pepper. I really love it, mine has a light so you can see the pepper coming out too. I like way I can just recharge it with a usb cord connected to my computer, no need to buy batteries.

[@MarieAnneLecoeur]

For medical reasons I couldn't disagree 😃

[@tullulahsayco6633]

Ten times yes ,I agree with you on each of these items. Every time you had listed one I was cheering that there are some women thinking like me.

[@jp80a68]

As always I enjoyed your comments, what a great list. May I add one thing, a beauty regime with 75 steps, many of which are unnessecary and the length of time they take actually is a disincentive. Far better to invest in good cleansers and moisturisers and use them religously every day, if you are adequately hydrated and eat well, this is all you should need. I would make one exception to your list I use a plain black back pack to take to work, I have a disabilty which means one of my hand is used for a crutch, and so the back pack is a Godsend, as always, rules are a good idea, but you need to bend them to your own circumstances. Thank you for the interesting Video.

[@silviafrassineti5214]

I totally agree with you. I never bought anything of the list, except my beautiful backpack in genuine leather that I use when I go walking in forest or even in town as tourist, but then I have my wallet in my pocket.💕

[@deborahredmond8242]

These are great! Where I worked they wondered how I was able to travel so much, no fancy coffee everyday, no hair salon, no fancy nails etc. live below your means. Then travel, have adventures and learn new things! The funny thing is, on a tour of France, we visited a winery, the dashing British young tour guide explaining all the finer points, like only natural cork etc. Next room is the bottling, almost fell on the floor laughing, wine was going into plastic bags then boxes! Go for natural and have fun!

[@markmooney5662]

So right on all those things Marie-Anne ...... but ..... don't give up on that cute elf outfit lol!!!. Thank you for making me smile this evening and God bless you. Gilly x

[@ayumudiasih1589]

HI Marie Anne thank you for the interesting video, yes very much agree with you, btw can you help to enlighten us a bit more about fancy dress?? What would you categorise under fancy dress?? I’m a classic dresser i chose mostly simple elegant designs, but once in a while i wear what I think is a fancy dress to Gala or party. Like cocktails or night gown. I am afraid that I might understand the word fancy dress wrongly. tq

[@delythdavies4907]

I so agree with you MarieAnne. I live in the UK but my style mirrors yours.

[@realgirl2704]

Your commenters added many more items to the list and they are all in the definitely “no” category. I agree with them all. Isn’t it nice that there are so many sensible and genuine women out there?

[@MarieAnneLecoeur]

It is indeed Real Girl 😃

[@jhanes3791]

I don't spend money on individual moisturizer creams for face and eyes. I use one (oil of Olay original) for face and eyes and my skin is just fine. I also don't buy electronic brushes to exfoliate and wash my face. Good cleanser and a wash cloth does the job .

[@cynthiajohnston424]

Oil of Olay Sensitive Skin w/ spf 30 !!! Worked outside year round for decades &, love this ! Also , Cetaphil face wash - gentle even after being in hot sun or freezing cold .

[@tinagregor638]

Love this video! I work at an elementary school and it is so irritating to be told I need to wear specific "holiday" attire for certain days of the year! What a waste of money on clothes I hate.

[@greeneyedcat717]

LOVED this video Marie-Anne!!!! You really made me laugh - and I absolutely agree with everything you said. I was in a large shopping centre recently & saw two gorgeous young women with very obvious false eyelashes, brows, nails & tans, yet they were both barefoot! I am in Australia, but....... Some of my 50 + year old friends are having their brows micro bladed and while I think it's great for them, I just can't go there. THANK YOU for making me feel like this is ok!

[@BuddhaBeanie]

I have a friend who got her brows micro bladed. I didn’t want to tell her it looked awful, but it did. Very shortly after having them done, the color faded into a bluish grey. Doesn’t look natural at all.

[@susanchien8678]

You are very good! Giving practical, simple and beautiful advice every time. Thank you.

[@MarieAnneLecoeur]

You are very welcome Susan x

[@cocoatmidnight7611]

Agree with all of your items with the exception of the flask. We live in a hot environment in the summer (100degrees F+). I carry a water canisters to stay hydrated when I am out.

[@Mo-mr8vv]

I was going to say the same thing. I am guilty of the flask at home. It keeps my water cold, especially at night by the bed and I don't have to wonder if a bug crawled in the glass 🤣 hot climate/ scary creepy crawlers 🌵

[@cocoatmidnight7611]

@@Mo-mr8vv Swell to the rescue!

[@enjoystraveling]

@@Mo-mr8vv I use a mug for my water at home and I always have to put it in the cupboard when I’m not drinking because I have a cat that enjoys turning over a mug or glass even if I just leave it for a second. !!

[@lindadorman2869]

I agree with all of these except, this year at age 63, I bought my first Lovevook laptop backpack for an international trip and adore it, It's quite stylish, classic black and white stripe with elegant gold finish hardware and lots of pockets. It also has a strong handle so I can carry it like a tote bag.

[@MarieAnneLecoeur]

Its the kiddies backpacks for adults that get my ire Linda x

[@deborahwilson6970]

As a former athlete, I used a simple Cassio watch to time my runs. I have never seen the need for a fancy FitBit or Watch. I do use a backpack in order to keep my hands free when using public transportation. Having hands free is especially important as I now rely on a cane. I have a nice dressy one, as well one for carrying gym clothes and my swimsuit to the YMCA. I have a Subscription for Wine Delivery. I found Repour from Grommet to keep the bottle fresh, as I drink a single glass at a time. The wines come from different parts of the world including California, France, and Australia. BTW I also have baby fine hair.

[@donneverae3050]

I take the middle ground and go to the beauty school in my city for my hair. Got a cut AND perm for $80 a month ago and it looks great.

[@MarieAnneLecoeur]

That is excellent - you get a good cut at a good price and the students get the training 👍

[@radincamalimarcov1254]

Marie-Anne, je t'admire énormément, tu es une leçon permanente de bon-sens et style. Un excellent clip, comme d'habitude! Tu émanes une si bonne vibration! Complétement d'accord avec les choses que tu n'achètes pas. J'ajouterai les pailles pour les boissons, les sacs à main en textile, les fausses plantes. Bisous de Roumanie!

[@bernadettehooper4318]

Great video, advice. I've done my own manicures and pedicures since I was 18. When I was in my 20's, I spent a lot on expensive face cream. (The fragrance and packaging were very appealing.) Then I asked my dermatologist what he thought was best for my very dry skin. His answer, "Pond's". Fast forward, many decades, I still use it. I also took his advice for bath soap, white "Dove". For my age, I have few wrinkles. Some of that is hereditary but these two products get credit, too.

[@Jen7867]

I can be tempted to spend money on things that I do not actually need. Sometimes I do not even use them once I have them. What a waste! 😔 Your channel has taught me that yes, practicality, frugality, and beauty can all be achieved harmoniously. 😉 I completely agree - any beauty routine that damages your natural hair/nails/eyelashes/etc. is probably not worth it. A safer alternative is likely to exist. 👍 I would like to add to this list by mentioning that outfits for one-time occasions can often be borrowed, rented, or thrifted.

[@kathrynnielson5689]

I laughed out loud at this video. I agreed with all of it, but you have such a no nonsense way of saying it. I just love it.

[@texasstardust6010]

....This had me really smiling, Miss .Marie Anne .. and I was laughing on this one .... " I can guarantee you that no good Wine ever came from a box ".... 😁...loved it ! Love this Content.... I think this should be part of Fridays.... once or twice a Month. It's all Truth. Of course, there are people who want to you know throw their money around , that's fine.... but there are so many things on this list that you touched on that I never buy, don't use, wouldn't buy.... everything from the fake nails to the wine in the box to the earrings...( I don't even have pierced ears, by the way .... I'm always on a quest for beautiful clip earrings). I dont use a Scale , I go by the way my clothing fits, or if its feeling " not quite right ",lol. I have a flask, the nice " Yeti " one, ...it's for Travel and if I'll be in a vehicle, going shopping ,etc. FRENCH CHIC Ladies.... take note. Stay classy . 🙂😊👏🏻✨️💗

[@texasstardust6010]

@@MarieAnneLecoeur Bonjour and thank you, for your kind words.... ! I am reminded of Miss Jennifer of TDC ( the Daily Connoisseu ...I was led to your Channel, from watching her ) ..she encourages us to " Stay calm and Remain Classy ", I believe is what she states. Great words as well .~ it's important to give credit where credit is due. 🙂😊✨️💛

[@eugeniaderegil2517]

Marie Anne I love your videos and watch them always. You mentioned you thin hair which we all as we get older have to go through. I have found the remedy for it brushing my scalp with a natural fiber brush and my hair has improved a lot, and new hair is growing again , but you should do it daily. It’s incredible. Try it.

[@annamcevoy3071]

Hi Marie- Anne, i agree with most of things you have mentioned. .I am not a fan of fancy earrings or outfits even the Christmas jumpers are not really my thing. With regard to fitness watches i do find them useful as i can see notifications when my phone is my bag. The only backpack i like is my fjallraven kanken in which i can carry my laptop and other essentials. Warm regards Marie- Anne.

[@ninak1976]

Marie -Anne, I find your videos very inspiring.I never considered myself to be very chic, but I care and I want to look good

[@MarieAnneLecoeur]

Then you are 90% there Nina 😃😘

[@allsorts4041]

I with you on all but the back pack and the fit bit. The Fitbit is helping me with my weight loss goal. I have a comfortable and sensible Herschel backpack. I wear it everywhere. It feels comfortable as I live with lower back pain. Additionally, I feel better balanced when I’m walking with it….particularly on long walks!

[@angelamouzaki9063]

from all mentioned I only use a backpack as I am a teacher, I would like to add magazines full of commercials, and also leaving in Greece I use olive oil as a thirty minute mask for strong hair and nails and strained yogurt instead of an aftersun body mask prior to shower.

[@natalyaakselaleksander4502]

Women over 50? I’m 23 and I can’t stand to use all that stuff except maybe a flask because it helps me drink plenty of water every day at home. I have a pretty and fancy one for when I go out sometimes in the hot California summer. Thank you for these!! Learning so much from you!

[@janebostwick6901]

Thanks for your honesty. I wish I had seen this video sooner.

[@ms_prescott_regrets]

Excellent! I agree with everything on your list and personally I love using my tea 🫖 and coffee cups when I am at home. I really can’t think of anything to add to your list. ❤️

[@kareningignoli2272]

Another great video Marie. I agree with you on everything except the backpack. The weight of the pack is evenly spread out across your body and shoulders. The strongest muscles in your body are the back & abdominal muscles which support the pack. Whereas a shoulder or crossbody cause the shoulder it’s on to roll forward and down which stretches the muscles in the upper back and neck. The leads to weak muscles, poor posture, backache, neck pain and headaches.

[@andreiabergamaschi3442]

I agree with most of the things except the fit watch...to me they are so helpful...🤭🙌👋🌹😍

[@saanetahaafe3863]

Hello Marie-Anne, I love love your video. I’m going on 55 and never use anything fake. I’m blessed. The only thing I sometimes buy is those hydro flask bottle otherwise I like to keep things simple. Have a wonderful day❤love all the way from US

[@deborahbenjamin4490]

I agree with all of them! I did get the fake nails put on twice in my life for a special occasion & regretted it later, as they were damaging to my nails & took months to recover! Luckily I have very good natural nails & sometimes can have a perfect 10 for 2 or 3 months at a time, & then they will start one or 2 to break, then I have to at least shorten the rest a bit, so I will not be perfect for a few weeks till they grow...oh well! There is plenty about me that isn't perfect, but I work with what I have...lol!