BEST & WORST LUXURY PURCHASES 2020 | CHANEL, DIOR, GUCCI | Lydia Elise Millen

[@annaa5898]

Please do a style evolution video! I really love your style and I think we would all appreciate a video where you would like compare the style in the beginning and now and why/how it progressed.. the trends you loved and the ones you don’t wear anymore. Xoxo!

[@katycarrick4228]

I am surprised your Alexander MCQueen belt didn’t feature, it’s a piece that’s featured a lot and with good reason xx.

[@TeresaatHome]

I missed it too!!

[@leannewilson199]

Me too 🤷🏼‍♀️she talked about it so much all year. I love it 🥰

[@kateforsyth1133]

My best purchase was getting my kitchen remodeled. I know a lot of folks staring at their old kitchens during lockdown did the same. Thrilled!

[@anaritacustodio7264]

I simply started crying the moment Lydia said "the next best investment is myself" i was truly not expecting that. I mean, that is such an undermined investment that you never see in fashion world! Self care is trendy and a long term investment. Such a beautiful way to approach the self care as an investment ❤

[@hiimniasha]

Love this 🤗

[@elbow7991]

Totally agree with you.

[@Nespa81]

I hope your Alexander McQueen belt doesn’t see this video 😂

[@lydiamillen]

True!!!! x

[@giuliabiccari]

Lydia, you don’t know how much I’ve missed these sit down videos. Great job... as always🥰 Xx

[@patriciaalexandra96]

Those are a fav kind of videos, and try-ons too

[@hiimniasha]

Same! 🤗

[@Lunarhodesavengers]

Living and working from home alone during the week, while creating KZbin content for my channel weekends, wouldn’t have been possible without the serene, dreamy tones of Classic FM. I don’t drink or smoke; music and movies are anchors. I’m also lucky to have a prince of a partner. Nevertheless, I advocate whatever coping mechanisms people find to get through these very challenging times. Lydia, I found that your channel has always been a place of peace too xx

[@TinaLeder]

On the *"cool girl"* note, I think that's why I'm subscribed to you. You're the elegant, classy, stylish girl that I strive to be everyday.❤ The best being YOURSELF is so the BEST investment!!

[@lydiamillen]

Yes its so important to just be yourself, everyone else is taken x

[@ScarlettKriss]

@@lydiamillen I agree, this why I watch you. You didnt roll into elegant and stylish, you learned, and that's me too. Albeit, You were always classy at heart.😘 I think if I described my self it is a blend of classic Hepburn with a few dashes of punk and rock, and mostly casual.

[@redlantern3371]

@@lydiamillen "Oscar Wilde".

[@redlantern3371]

@@lydiamillen Always good to give credit to the person that you're quoting. In this case Oscar Wilde. :)

[@beccavienna8681]

Love that one of the best purchases/investments is you and your health! It’s so easy to forget to also take care of our health and sanity especially in times like these 💕

[@denisep106]

Being an acupuncturist and specialist for chinese medicine myself, I love that you mention the benefits! It is so underrated! Glad it helped you!

[@c0coshannel]

As someone who lives in the Bay Area where “hella” is part of our language and I think originated here as well, I LOVED hearing Lydia say “hella” 🤣 I didn’t realize other parts of the world use the term too!

[@jaymenno405]

I’m obsessed with closing my rings 😂 I will literally walk around the house at 10pm just to get the congratulatory message. It makes me feel accomplished

[@ellenbeach3006]

2020 has been a year of self love and nurturing. I found a daily zoom group of other women addressing similar issues. They have helped me become the best person I can be as well as really living my life with gratitude.... If it wasn't for the pandemic this group never would of formed

[@stefaniesombaty8980]

So true about getting up and getting dressed for the work day even though you work from home. Studies have been done showing that when businesses went to "business casual" productivity by their workers went down. It makes one feel better to be put together.

[@lydiamillen]

It really does :) x

[@ScarlettKriss]

I actually have an alarm that tells me, to get dressed etc. Covid is also depressing it is all too easy to slid into a funk.

[@hannahbaker6582]

love this video! As someone who is yet to make a luxury purchase it is refreshing to see such honest reviews! A personal favourite purchase of yours during 2020 was the iconic alexander mcqueen belt - you looked incredibe everytime you wore it!! xxx

[@kirstyvintner1442]

Hi Lydia, I don’t know whether or not you get to read all of your comments but I just wanted to say that I really struggle with anxiety, even more so with our current climate , and have to work hard to keep in at bay, but your home videos really do help and really bring joy! Thank you for sharing your beautiful house with us all x stay safe and well x

[@KarinaSwan]

Sending you a lot of love and hugs! Please try to breathe very slowly and deeply when it happens and try stop the escalating thoughts with this phrase: "I trust the world, I trust everyone around me, I trust myself..." same with "I love" and "the world loves me". These 3 just keep saying whatever/whoever comes to mind, even if it's people you don't like, especially for the love part. It helps a lot!

[@shooanna1]

Seeing virtual hugs and empathy Kirsty xx

[@nikkinajafiholisticnutriti9464]

This girl is going to help a lot of people stop dreaming and start doing. Myself included! Just Love Lydia who gave me enough confidence to open my KZbin channel. but KZbin is not a big supporter of small channels .Hopefully I can find new supporters by putting on my confidence and ask you guys directly.💗

[@bethanyjohnson1305]

I love your backdrop in the livingroom! & sharing the investing in yourself in 2020!

[@aynaz99]

When videos like this go up, I know Lydia's wardrobe is about to go on sale..

[@designereyebags5265]

I love that Chanel bag! 😍😍 I’ve literally had dreams about it, I love the pearls so much. Maybe one day.. 🙏

[@CarolCreates]

I use my Apple Watch ⌚️ more too. Especially discovering some really cool functional apps. I use it more now. I’m glad u mentioned your watch strap. Always wanted to know where u purchased it 🤗

[@sonickitkat]

You mentioned ‘cool girls’ I think you could rephrase that to ‘trend led girls’ because coolness is in the eye of the beholder ;) I think cool is jumper dresses and puppies!!

[@bunnymom9842]

I’ve been watching you for quite a while, and your style has really evolved! I like the direction you have taken. BTW, your fur babies are wonderful.

[@barbaraschubert9889]

I think your Dior bag could be a very slight pop of color with a neutral, monochromatic outfit (maybe all cream)💚

[@lyndab7493]

Hi Lydia, I think that the renovations to change the dining room into Ali’s office should be on your list of money well spent in 2020 as it brings you both so much joy. Every time I see it I feel joyous too. 🥰👌💜

[@laurabrown8880]

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[@_juju_5]

Always love your sit down videos!

[@brendasearcy4874]

With regard to your memory connected to your lovely green Dior bag, it can also represent the Genesis or the turning point in your life to where you are now. A "watershed" piece. The metamorphosis has been beautiful to witness. Thank you for your vulnerability. It lifts others up.

[@CarinaVardie]

I loved that the first best purchase you mentioned are self care acts, such as therapy, acupuncture, seeing how hard this year has been ❤️ The Chanel bag is gorgeous and I also like the Dior one, hope it becomes a best purchase soon xx

[@leannelang2579]

Thank you for being so open about your self care. It is really important as a person of influence to de-stigmatise self care, and I feel that you do it with genuine intent. I have really enjoyed being a part of your evolution, from your style, your home and your home-body ways (particularly the gardening fascination in 2020). I havw loved and treasured every minute of 2020 with you Lydia. Keep doing you ❤️

[@carolina_bermudez]

Absolutely agree, do not sell the sage bag, you will find a lot of ways to wear it. A Lady is always a Lady and I can’t get enough of them :D

[@atlasflowers8706]

She’s not a lady

[@tomoe8367]

yes !!! keep the sabe bag please :)

[@carolina_bermudez]

I mean the bag but she’s a lady (lovely lady) for me. Nomen omen xD

[@tomoe8367]

@@carolina_bermudez 🤣🤣👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍🏼

[@kausarhetherington7467]

Is the bag sage or the mint which was tagged below?

[@MoniqueARuiz]

We moved into our first home in 2020, so that’s my (and my husband’s) best purchase! 🏡

[@mann7298]

personally managed to only buy like 3-4 clothing pieces throughout the year, which im really proud of! the pandemic obvs made us stay home more, so there wasnt pressure to buy new stuff bc there isnt really a lot of places we would go. i did however discover second hand buying and am so excited to hopefully go more towards that in the future. such great pieces that others just dont use. surely will buy something as new, but maybe will focus on it to be more sustainable and better quality, instead of fast fashion. as a uni student im not loaded with money, so these purchases are important to me haha. but im glad i was able to discover and learn about my purchase habits more this year as well

[@laylabug39]

It was so hard for me because my way of coping through the pandemic was shopping online 😭

[@abundancethaigoddess]

I am OBSESSED with the Nuclieus watch band since seeing it on you. It is absolutely stunning and I just purchased both the Apple Watch and the gold Nuclieus. Have been wanting an Apple Watch that looked more like luxury fine jewelry, so thank you for sharing this awesome find with us! I CANNOT wait to receive mine!! 🙌🏽 It is so beautiful!! ❤️

[@ajgarcia8058]

Hi Lydia the Holland cooper jacket is also my fave. As well as your LV trunks Happy January 💜

[@chrisandeve]

I'm all for the gratitude diary thing, love a positive start but I found in lockdown I was writing down the same 3 things almost every day (our home, family etc). Any tips on how you go about thinking of things to be grateful for that aren't always the same everyday? Hope that's not too personal a question! x

[@maiiasova1196]

I enjoy Your videos lately so much😍 they motivate me and give me ideas how to move forward! Thank you!

[@eyyalex]

My best purchase was my pochette metis in reverse monogram. I’ve worn in every day since I bought it in March of 2020. I also purchased by LV passport holder. It’s definitely not a bad purchase, I’m just sad that traveling wasn’t an option and I have yet to use it. But I’m hopeful this year we can get this pandemic under control so that traveling will be an option again! :)

[@ArtoftheMatter]

Thank you for all of your great content! Colored handbags are such a perfect accessory to add a pop of color to neutral outfits. Your green Lady Dior will be the perfect accessory when you least expect it.

[@HealthyEmmie]

I really love this video of yours girlie! 🥰

[@olivialevers3413]

I love content like this, reminds me of your old videos at your previous house where you used to run through your luxury purchases❤️ I personally haven’t ever been able to afford any ‘luxury’ purchases but I still love watching your videos and I almost feel the same excitement as you when I see you open them 🥰 hopefully one day I will be able to buy my first luxury handbag and when I do I will feel so ‘LMG’ 😂❤️! love you Lydia, thanks for keeping us all going for another year xx

[@vanelistine8726]

Love your luxury fashion content! Can't wait for more in 2021 :)

[@TinaandBellesMom]

I think your seedlings were the top item of the year - so exciting when you received them in the mail ( I believe gifted) but you had such joy watching them grow and move to bigger pots. Now you are going to have a full on kitchen garden! That’s a big 2020 purchase. 🌱🌱🌱💚 congratulations on a fabulous year where I really enjoyed watching you become “you”.

[@lydiamillen]

So true!! I should have popped in my sprootlings!

[@nikkinajafiholisticnutriti9464]

This girl is going to help a lot of people stop dreaming and start doing. Myself included! Just Love Lydia who gave me enough confidence to open my KZbin channel. but KZbin is not a big supporter of small channels .Hopefully I can find new supporters by putting on my confidence and ask you guys directly.💗

[@ByRaeesa]

Loved this video! I love your sit down video! Thank you Lydia ☺️🤍

[@kristinam.p.5058]

I always look forward to these kinds of videos! Happy New Year xx

[@ariannacacciato]

I love love love your sit down fashion videos ❤️❤️❤️

[@anjalinair7260]

Lydia I believe the best purchases of last year are greenhouse, Porter and birkin! Each adds significantly to your life.

[@lydiamillen]

Love that!

[@AnUrbanGypsy]

The green Lady Dior bag is lovely. Come spring/summer you need to take it on a wonderful day out and attach a nice memory to it. It actually looks lovely with the winter white you’re wearing. Don’t give up on it yet. I would love a bag in that shade of green but they seem more of a mint shade currently.

[@רפאל-ק1ו]

Hi Lydia, i bought the fendi peekaboo in black, because of you😘,i am interested to know if i should buy the fendi iseeu in white, in medium, do you have any experience whith big bags?, or i should go for the lady dior medium? Thank you gor everything You look fabulous as always

[@nilufersenyuva7087]

I liked all of your best purchases in 2020, they are very classy & chic.

[@atmanimyriam4093]

Love the part you talk about taking care of yourself. It would be incredible if you could do a video about growing up and well-being, success and so on 😘😍

[@VirginiaAguilarArcos]

Love your style! I wanted to get an Apple Watch myself and I was wondering if the case you are wearing that marches the nuclieus strap is aluminium (rose gold) or the stainless steel one? Thanks!

[@oaroarrr]

It's soo refreshing hearing you highlight the importance of investing in our mental health and wellbeing!! ❤️

[@pippawiskin3315]

You should do a homeware/furniture version of this! From when you moved in until now x

[@Skyebright1]

Good idea ;)

[@Beths3v]

Lydia, I do believe that a good therapist is extremely important for our health and healing. ❤️🙏 My eye always travels to the LV trunk when you film in this room ☺️👩🏻‍🍳

[@ornatemoments4695]

Loved this round up of your 2020 purchases. Ps: You look stunning!

[@alexandriaecheverrixo]

Will you review some of your old designer favorites??? What designer items are you still using or what you have parted ways with. I want to know what is still relevant today and stand the test of time.

[@dierdremarsh9399]

Cashmere tights!! Perfect for this winter. Thank you for the tip, Lydia.

[@lydiamillen]

Perfect!

[@alasandi31]

That LV trunk is phenomenal! But you’re inclination to not overdo it is right. Also your Dior lady bag, if you ever sell it, I may be your buyer. It’s gorgeous! 😍and what’s the paint color on wall? Thx

[@karinlong8602]

Absolutely love that you’ve included self care and help on this list! 💫💫

[@vickyjwalters]

Would love a Chanel bag one day, yours is fabulous ❤️

[@vanesatangredi]

Lady Dior in Sage was in impulse buy when you were all about sage! I would sell it now!

[@honeygold_anna]

Hi dear, loved the video :) I would like to ask where did you buy the bust statue of Greek goddess on the trunk, thank you so much

[@emilylesleymiller]

What you said about being 'cool' really resonated with me! I've never been one of the cool, edgy girls but the online world made me feel seen 😂🧡

[@AndreaPriddy]

I love that you don't follow trends. I find trends get overwhelming and I sometimes just like basic or classic pieces but get worries I'm uncool. But you saying that has made me feel so much better! Thanks for sharing ps love the Prada boots! X

[@heatherkerenza]

Love these kinds of videos! Glad you had fun filming it too 😀 x

[@kirstinchallies9539]

I say keep searching for an antique focal point in bedroom.... there will be something out there. Can't let the trunks loss their spotlight, they are so stunning x

[@azrulaznizan]

Here’s my version of Lydia’s best ever purchases; - that STUHNING limited edition garden Lady Dior bag -Louis Vuitton Petite Malle that Lyd’s bring to anywhere she goes at one point and matches every outfit she wore. -that black textured limited edition Lady Dior - the Millens Mansion( which i think has the most GORGEOUS interiors in the whole KZbin ) -Lydia’s super luxurious walk in closet ( which i watch *in awe* with the whole transformation from start to finish plus that industrial chandelier centrepiece was one of the best decision she ever did) -the time Lyd’s decided she’s gonna make peace with Chanel and got the handbags she was meant to own all along -all the art pieces she hanged around the house - last of all, if Lydia was a bag, she is totally a BIRKIN, super luxury,elegant and desirable... that tan birkin was her calling ,soul-changing purchase of the century

[@VanityAndMe]

I'm sure you will feel completely different about the Lady Dior in the warmer months. It will look great with summer dresses/colours xx

[@my-extraordinary-world]

So many great purchases! Personally, I feel like 2020 was quite a weird year for me when it comes to shopping. As I obviously couldn't visit stores in person that really minimized my shopping (and the fact that I was home all day meant the things I needed were completely different) I did find myself browsing a lot of brands online especially because of all the sales.

[@essbee5882]

I loved so many peices from your Karen Millen edit last year. You also have me hooked on Holland Cooper xx

[@bydanak]

I really love your green Lady Dior. I was not into lady dior bags before, but this green one 😍

[@reneeferreira4994]

I am a virtual assistant and my Apple Watch runs my life! Best Buy ever!

[@anitapandya1155]

Aww thank you, you can literally feel (through the screen) the feel good vibes you have gotten from your purchases... Love the Chanel ♥️💯👌

[@raniaelhelaly2572]

Lovely video. I’m in love with your Lady Dior, the color is just beyond beautiful

[@Cristina.Antoniuc]

Aww I love that you are so honest and unapologetic 💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛

[@debbiebrown3053]

Can’t believe your plants and greenhouse and even your puppy weren’t part of your best purchases. Even though you got Porter in January, you obviously bought him in 2020! Love your choices anyway!

[@Lou7301.]

I don’t think I’d personally include my dog as a purchase.

[@JesusLovesYouPerfectly]

for 2020, i got to finally finish my Bible collection and collect all 66 Bibles that i wanted so that i can read one book of the Bible per Bible so, i'm happy about that :-)

[@hiimniasha]

Love this 🤗

[@amaachiaa4053]

Bless you

[@JesusLovesYouPerfectly]

@@amaachiaa4053 thanks. completing my Bible collection took me about 2 years or so and now that it's finally done i can use my alphabetical order Bible reading plan with all 66 of them

[@Candy9355]

This is amazing!

[@JesusLovesYouPerfectly]

@@Candy9355 thanks, it took me about two years or so to finish it

[@JulieLi_96]

The Nuclieus strap looks stunning! ❤️

[@katemiller7874]

Love my Gucci tights. So cute and comfy

[@Whalien808]

Definitely need to also start (re)investing in myself......also I really like this background when ur filming some of these sit down blogs btw.

[@svetlanakozlova5509]

Hello Lydia,in short,I really liked the dress and the color of the green handbag...🙂...

[@JoJoLux]

Top 2 things for me would be Porter and your Birkin. Can’t get better than a new member of the family and Hermés!

[@tjquibod]

Where are you, Alexander McQueen belt? The shock! The sheer mentioning of that belt last year was profound. And I’m officially saving for it. Also looking and loving your Chanel bag and Apple watch straps. Still prefer the silver one. ^_^

[@worldofcasaharris]

I purchased the Holland Cooper jacket because of you :) I can’t for it to arrive this Thursday! ❤️

[@sarahmooney3866]

I love the Dior bag and you will use it. You ❤️ green 😍 See you next blog 🙏😁

[@aaliyahhhhhhh335]

I hope you’re okay Lydia sending lots of love ❤️

[@ccrn8840]

Love your videos, you have an adorable personality. Keep up the good work! : )

[@lisamg9571]

I love the Prada boots. But what I really love that you didn't mention were your collab outfits with Karen Millen.

[@annamutton3087]

Please lydia, where did you buy the Greek statue bust on your trunk? I'm looking for something similar to buy , thank you very much

[@rach5516]

I love the Holland Cooper jacket on you xx the Chanel is an absolute dream, the green lady dior will definitely have its day xx

[@jensalko6411]

Lydia, I never realize how much I miss your sit-down videos until you do one! LOVE! Can you please tell me what size your Apple Watch is? The 40 or 44mm? Thank you, Love!

[@mloes1353]

Love this kind of video’s Lydia. Trying myself this year to only buy items that fit my own style, fingers crossed 😉

[@nikkinajafiholisticnutriti9464]

This girl is going to help a lot of people stop dreaming and start doing. Myself included! Just Love Lydia who gave me enough confidence to open my KZbin channel. but KZbin is not a big supporter of small channels .Hopefully I can find new supporters by putting on my confidence and ask you guys directly.💗

[@missshooey]

I loveeeeee these videos! Honestly, they've helped me so much ♥️🥰

[@nikkinajafiholisticnutriti9464]

This girl is going to help a lot of people stop dreaming and start doing. Myself included! Just Love Lydia who gave me enough confidence to open my KZbin channel. but KZbin is not a big supporter of small channels .Hopefully I can find new supporters by putting on my confidence and ask you guys directly.💗

[@danettemannion9837]

When I was younger and cold all the time, and thinner, I love love loved a great sweater (jumper) dress! It’s a beautiful way to spend the winter!

[@lydiamillen]

I totally agree!

[@mariaguadalupemartinez7020]

Please stop the number of ads.. 6 in one video is just crazy. Ps. Love your content!

[@ChiaraAliesh]

Oh I waited for this video since I enjoyed the one from last year so much that I did it as well on my channel! I always just love your recommendations 😍😍

[@Dziugintaful]

Highlight of my Mondays and Thursdays 🥰

[@sophiewood6288]

Love your videos always Lydia!! ❤️❤️

[@ronjakh]

I feel like you should be riding horses. Your style seems to have become very “lady of the country manor” 🐎

[@alishajade9646]

Sorry but I’m obsessed with them tights!!! Please put them up for sale😂 they are lovely! Ps. Love these videos please keep them up each year xxx

[@hannahmaryghani]

Love this video ❤ although I expected some loub boots in this too! Xx