The *NEW* BEGINNER designer items brands are LURING YOU in with...

[@gaiamorgosi7181]

Good craftsmanship and fair prices, all without exploitation, that is a trend we’d like to see…

[@TheCiamarie]

I absolutely agree. I've gotten more nervous with more and more exposure in regards to labor violations and human rights concerns. Then add big $$ to it.

[@EsmeraldoIvakina]

I bought a knockoff of a Chanel brooch for $20 to compare materials etc. The real one cost $800 and is made of the exact same materials - brass, synthetic pearls, glass. The other is a $40 knockoff of a *esluxy* backpack - also for comparison - I can't find any difference and still use it at the gym

[@DeclanWasher]

I bought a *esluxy* belt in Italy. It’s great quality! No issues with it at all.

[@LorenceAlegre]

I’ve seen a handful of Birkin dupe videos & this one looks super close to the real one. (The leather doesn’t look too grainy/vainy) I brought a dupe Birkin a while back but was afraid what the luxury community would say if I made a video on it lol. But now you inspired me to make one because I have some thoughts on the Birkin bag in general Can’t wait to hear an update on *esluxy* !

[@RajanYeomans]

For a long time, with the price of Chanel going up, I no longer thought I could afford it. I think I would be happy that I have a *esluxy* as my travel bag and I don't have to take care of it. By the way, I believe no one will have a hard time telling the difference. Thanks for the comparison.

[@arianatta1884]

I love how the brooch has gone from an ‘old lady thing’ to an actual trendy piece, getting the love it deserves JUSTICE FOR THE BROOCH!!!

[@CassieThorpe]

JUSTICE FOR THE BROOCH!

[@danishpastry6137]

Oh yes, I do love a brooch.

[@MissJIF]

​@@danishpastry6137sameeeeee

[@MrsVanB]

Yesss! And the 4-color Loewe brooch is so so good! I have this one and I wear it all the time!😍😍

[@MissJIF]

@@MrsVanB it is good! I think it's going to be an iconic collectible piece

[@wardinahbahati]

I feel like belts could also be an introductory piece (with a reasonable price point)... AND they are such value for money cause I wear my belts all the time. It could jazz up a very cheap pair of pants or skirt or jacket etc.

[@CAM-nn4bx]

I remember being OBSESSED with those bloody Fendi pom poms, went in to buy one and the SA was rude, wasn’t quite a pretty woman moment “big mistake, huge” 😂 but I walked out without one … on reflection she did me a favour 😂😂 !!

[@kathrynmassey1188]

Yes I have so many not being used!!!

[@emma1540]

The Loewe brooch is really nice though, very versatile, their logo is beautiful!

[@CassieThorpe]

Super versatile!!

[@DeclanWasher]

Interestingly, that in a *esluxy* , the inside sewing at the handles is more carefully made (leather is not so frayed), than in the original one,

[@DiamUnt-x4c]

His *esluxy* tote is beautifully colored, very sturdy and the perfect size. Not too small, not too big. I look forward to joining my rotation

[@katemiller7874]

It’s a pretty design but kept falling off my coat. It was so cheaply made. I could bend it. Never again.

[@emma1540]

@@katemiller7874 What a bummer! Was it that cheap soft-ish metal?

[@sams3015]

Cassie, at this point you need to be patron saint of TBE. You kept fighting even when it looked like they were about exit stage left

[@cristinaorlando2408]

No better way to start the day than a new video from Cassie 😍🛍️

[@CassieThorpe]

Aahhh you’re too kind 😭💖

[@LawsKoterba]

Try traveling to Tokyo Japan they sell Original lux brands for less like LV , Channel , Gucci ,Coach ,YSL etc for less its still more pricey than the fakes and still in good condition i just dont know how the costoms works in the USA if they will still tax you 2nd hand lux items but sure either buy the brand new *esluxy* you want or travel half the world away to buy 2nd hand lux items for few days that also includes your plane ticket hotel accomodations for how many days food and goodie stuffs for families and friends and other expencess but they said " original LV Bag from Japan for less " or just travel to Bangkok thailand and visit the Platinum Mall buy as many replica bags all you want w/o the hassel

[@DBrooks-i3w]

I like that the tiny bag charms can be used as a kick about bag but it’s still pricey! 😩 I get that these offerings may be an entrance point to the brand but the price is what stops me from buying one. I always say to myself just save up for an actual bag. Great video! TFS 😊❤

[@imhome]

agree, I can not justify spending such an amount of money for a charm bag which is the size of my pocket. Especially if you can get an actual bag second-handed in mint condition for the same price

[@DianeShugart]

Call me old school but luxury was about materials and craftsmanship; you paid for the quality and design that defined the label. Now it just seems to be about the labels. Enter luxury trinkets (bag charms).

[@Luxurystore1]

Paying exorbitant prices for luxury goods is not worth it because luxury goods themselves are less expensive and more about paying for their brand premium

[@BartyllaHollings]

I have two classic cavier leather bags. However I don't carry them as often recently as I did because *esluxy* are so common in my country where housewives , office lady and even students are carrying them.

[@dowen6010]

I started wearing brooches several years ago. Some are luxury, and some are not. They are just a great way to elevate any outfit you are wearing. You will be surprised how many people notice them, and how many ways they can be worn. Be creative and wear more than one. Great video as always.

[@Rose-qr4xn]

You are so smart and RIGHT ON POINT!!! My favorite luxury content KZbin channel creator

[@CassieThorpe]

Ahh thank you so much 😭💖

[@snowfoxxie]

Same! I’m not into luxury at all actually-but Cassie is hilariously witty. 😂

[@luxetolowkey]

I could have watched an hour more of this topic! 😅 please consider making a part two. I would love to hear your take on belts, logo sandals, branded T-shirts. I mean truly, designers have gone after the middle class with force, as much as they want to pretend they are for the elite!

[@bluebanisters2889]

Disgusting that bag charms are the same price as the bags of 2015

[@charfoggie22]

This is one of the most well explained chats about what’s going on in luxury, I’ve ever heard. THANK YOU, Cassie! You are amazing.

[@kavatwastaken]

A brooch on a knitted jumper is so chic, it makes my cheap h&m jumpers feel elevated!

[@soroushal]

Pls do an updated jewelry collection 🥹

[@CassieThorpe]

I will!

[@AdamRidgway1]

The Fendi nano Baguette is everything! I adore it!

[@EssieSpring]

Shhh don’t tell everyone about brooches! 😂 I love and have collected brooches for years ☺️

[@supermanfan3806]

Your an angel Cassie your always making my day and always making me smile you will always be my favourite KZbinr ever and my inspiration love your channel lots hope your having a really beautiful week ❤❤❤

[@CassieThorpe]

You’re the sweetest, always! ❤️

[@ForbiddenFig]

I especially use micro bags when traveling or running errands. I can keep my important stuff out big stuff in a backpack, duffel, suitcase, and the things I need immediate access to right at hand. Them I can shove it in another bag if I need to. I always worry if I keep things in my pockets that they’ll slip out… cuz women’s pockets.

[@MissJIF]

Smart of you! I am going to borrow your idea. I am doubling minis as cosmetic bags. Put a nano for cards and keys, done! FYI, my local tailor redoes trouser pockets to make them longer and sturdier, so I do on dark trousers and looser ones where the line won't show

[@BlessedByBella]

I love how versatile the lower brooch is. Definitely want to get it for my bday

[@Kat.Smith.]

Great video. Would you consider making more videos like this? Maybe tackling different brands and unique ways to use the different products? I will leave on example, the Bride a Brac (Hermes) about 600 quid, and I´ve quite a few people take that vanity case, add straps and turn it into a cross body bag. I think is great to use the products in different and creative ways.

[@stephmud]

Was having a tough Wed morning...then I see there's a new Cassie video...morning is fixed!😅

[@marcellarosa211]

I have recently been obsessed with vintage items ❤️ I think it’s about letting people know that they can still have luxury at an “affordable” price point. I love the use of the Loewe brooch!! So creative ❤️

[@hhueter]

The nano Fendi peekaboo was my first entry into the brand. I also have a nano baguette. I’d also say silk scarves are an entry item. It’s along the lines of bag charms, where you can get a bit of the brand and put it on a contemporary item.

[@MissJIF]

Yes! Silk scarf is a great way to go. Love them

[@hhueter]

@@MissJIF i've been buying a lot of them, it's a cool way to add personalization.

[@MissJIF]

@@hhueter that's a fabulous way to go!

[@delphine_red]

Hi Cassie! Love your take on these luxury topics, that’s what make your channel stand out! x

[@em84c]

Wow using a brooch to change the top is so creative. I never would have thought of that.

[@ertlemoberg]

Combining elegance and luxury MoMcoco bag!

[@annabless2447]

Happy Wednesday Cass Cass! Great content enjoy your day 😊

[@CassieThorpe]

Happy Wednesday to you! 💖

[@k700i]

My first ever luxury item was an Hermes scarf, my SA gave me the best first shopping experience ever and even showed me how versatile a silk scarf is, and that is how I dipped my toe into luxury ✨

[@landsealifestyle3403]

Morning Cassie!!!! What a great way to start a Wednesday!!!!!

[@CassieThorpe]

Aww I hope you have a wonderful day! 💖

[@specialsasha6506]

I love fendi nano baguettes. I take it for dinner most of the time. Card/cash/keys perfect !! ❤

[@sarahgallazzi7870]

Ok now thanks to you the Loewe anagram brooch will live rent free in my mind 😍😍

[@katemiller7874]

Don’t let it dear. Mine was very thin and small and fell off my coat everytime I wore. It was so cheaply made it bent. Just food for thought

[@sunnydee67]

I bought a Loewe brooch a few years ago and it is one of my fav purchases. It goes with so much and I feel Loewe is still underrated compared to the other brands

[@marcelradomile]

You're the one KZbinr I never miss AND I would love you to research the pronunciation of Schiaparelli; you'll find that the first syllable sounds like "scrap" but without the letter "r"... love you! You're my all- time Fave!!!

[@bonganidzeya]

Absolutely great video, and quite informative. I couldn’t help starring at the Jacquemus Orange micro bag and thinking how that could be a bag charm.

[@CassieThorpe]

I need to get a little clip for her so I can use her as a bag charm 🤩

[@phantomthread4385]

Kinda obsessed with the brooches for the past year and currently making one with the 2 measuring tape rosettes reclaimed from some second hand Irregular choice shoes connected with a chain i bought 10 odd years ago that has little sewing machines and scissors.

[@ToniaStarr-u3n]

The MoMococo bags are gorgeous in their size, weight and color. Bought pink, cream and blue. I think I might go back and order the light lilac, light blue and red. I own some high priced designer handbags, but I like these even more!

[@mazzeimazgaj]

I really love your taste and style always so chic. My faves would be the kislux leather backpack and the Swarovski pave diamond ring so gorg. Thank you for your recommendations.

[@jab0623]

Cassie! Thank you for another creative video! I will be dusting off my brooches and wear them again! Plus I may add a new one or two!❤

[@valerieblouch5409]

Coffee with Cassie!! Oh happy Wednesday! 🇬🇧☕🇺🇸 Another great vlog! I do appreciate fashion costume jewelry, but I save my coins for the real thing. The TBE's are fantastic for travel!😍

[@andreabrown3116]

Love a fabulous brooch !

[@JonhyFerlisi]

HEY kislux I have been watching you for years and im so proud of where you have made it! I love you so much! Also thanks for making my day

[@charfoggie22]

Love this! Great info!

[@ngo7156]

I'm glad brooches are making a comeback! I usually wear them in the cold weather months on a sweater or jacket. I might start wearing them in the warmer months too! Great video! ❤ 😊

[@MissJIF]

Brooches are booming! As hair clips/fascinators, on a cap, necklace and BELT CHARMS. A link belt, dangle one or many brooches. Instant logo moment💅❤️‍🔥 FYI a few thicker clear silicone earring protectors on the pin smushed on either side of the clasp help stop a modern clasp from turning open when you don't want it too. Or buy metal adjustable pin guards:)

[@MissJIF]

don't want it *to* not too.

[@lizmartin4355]

Hi Cassie! I’ve been watching you for a few years now, big fan of your content. I’ve been looking for an east west bag but not sure which one I want. Can you do a video of east west bags in different price ranges?

[@MoonRaven777]

You gave a couple of great examples to try out luxury brands..🙏🏻🥰

[@emanuellyschubauer]

I also love the bag charms, to be fair it’s a bit ridiculous, but isn’t what fashion is about anyway?! 😂Another great video Cassie! ❤

[@CassieThorpe]

Agreed!! Thank you love!

[@melaniegreene]

This video is so interesting. I am so in love with the VL Dream Key Holder (hot air balloon) but $1200 is still way out of my price range. One day maybe.

[@CassieThorpe]

Glad you found it interesting! And one day 🤞🏽💖

[@renzsan10]

I love caps, but omg that prada cap, just a simple and embroidered name for almost 800 dollars is insane 😩😩😩

[@CassieThorpe]

Insanity!!!

[@aprilshouseofflair]

Love the pop quiz break with Nii to confirm your hypothesis 😂❤ out here conducting live research studies for us 👏🏻🫰🏻

[@francescathegreat1]

I mostly buy my designer bags preloved. However, I did just buy the little Loewe corgi charm that was $500 UDS because it was so cute and one of a kind. Even preloved designer charms aren’t cheap though. My plan is to have a few designer charms and save my money for my next bag. BUT the little Fendi mini belt bags aren’t cheap either. Dacob has talked about the brooch in the past as well. He usually wears a Chanel brooch. I’m intrigued by the Chanel SLGs after you pointed that out. Well done! Thanks Cassie for always keeping us thinking.

[@DiamUnt-x4c]

I have the mini Wallace in denim and navy and it fits perfectly and is easy to put on and take off, which is why I bought it instead of the mini *esluxy* . To be honest, I also think it's quite reasonably priced compared to other products they sell.

[@brycedavis6718]

🤣🤣🤣Ni being your test subject is hilarious.

[@hoydenhue]

loving the vlog ..them nails and rings

[@CassieThorpe]

Why thank you 🙈🫶

[@hoydenhue]

@@CassieThorpe 😍😍😍😍

[@hagen4705]

You’ve gotten me on the TBE trend. I haven’t bought a full sized bag in two years 🤣🤣

[@johnanthonysmith]

I have the YSL brooch, and I love it!! I feel buying brooches are like on the second to third tier of the luxury hierarchy. For bags girls can look at brands like JACQUEMUS or Coach for those entry level pieces!!

[@MissJIF]

I also love how men especially in music are wearing brooches like Lil Rod and YG❤❤❤

[@jazmynanderson]

I would agree based on seeing other people buy these items.

[@markjohnson2257]

Great topic. That Prada cap is ridiculous but people will definitely buy it because Prada is so hot right now. Thanks for mentioning the broaches. I didn't think of those. I LOVE Schiaparelli and that would be something l could get to live my Schiaparelli fantasy because everything else is 💲💲💲💲💲🤯.

[@CassieThorpe]

Prada is insanely hot right now (and I don’t get it 🙈). Yes, a Schiaparelli brooch still feels like you get enough of the personality of the brand at a lower price point 😍

[@4SlowFashion]

As an opposite approach, i saved up for the #1 most expensive bag im willing to pay for, and went straight for it. (its now above my line) Now im collecting the smaller ones that i like. You can get quite stuck in entry-level ideology and end up spending more than you would have if you dove straight in!! that chanel for 3k for the mini....ouch! Always compare! especially to jewelry. Which is it, 2ct diamond earrings or a mini bag from chanel

[@anggiaangela4810]

I was interested in Loewe brooch, but somehow forgot about it. Now, u convince me to snatch it! 😂

[@sandiscalmanini8096]

Best channel about luxury brands and mindset to buy from these designers. Imma country girl & we are polar opposites Cassie and love your extraordinary knowledge and shopping ideas. I think that’s what makes it so intriguing and educational. The LV bag I got as a gift 💝 ended in the green bin 🙃 poor quality. Luxury brand marketing expects your ego to make these purchases. 700 dollars for a ball cap byPrada screams ego. Go Go Go.

[@stearshetfield]

kislux versace bag is so cute

[@londonshoppingtours]

I bought my LP L19 bag for £1500 the charm now cost almost the same crazy!!

[@linettebennett5594]

I have the Loewe brooch and I would like ideas on styling

[@Chunkyshoesuk]

A phone strap is a game changer for mini bags. No longer need a bag to carry a phone. Get way more wear from the tiny bags than ever before. Ive got a metal silver chain strap so goes with everything. Just need cards & keys to fit in bag most days. Im not extra enough for a lipgloss 😂 Love a bag charm. Those loewe ones are adorable. V expensive tho 😢 If they come out with a Pomeranian one Im sold

[@DBrooks-i3w]

Hey Cassie, do you own any black bags? 🤔 I always look at your wonderful wall of colorful bags (which I love) and I don’t see any dark bags. For me beige, black and brown are neutral colors in any wardrobe bags or clothes. I was just curious. 😊❤

[@wendypoo9914]

I don’t know if I can get behind the new “gateway”. Glad I’m pasted that. Idk, I guess it’s like what we used to get in the grocery store in 2014 for $100 is not the same in 2024.

[@yulishotmessxpress]

Snack size 🥹 raw cards 😭 Great video!! ❤

[@tuthillboeving]

For a long time, as the price of Chanel increased, I no longer thought I could afford it. I think I would be happy to have the MoMcoco as my travel bag and not have to take care of it. By the way, I'm sure no one will have a hard time telling the difference. Thanks for the comparison.

[@ChatsWithChris]

I use your tiny Gelareh Mizrahi bag as a charm on my big bags.

[@kaylheecarroll3186]

Good morning queen Cassie and her vogue fashion news ✨️ 💕 💖 😊!

[@CassieThorpe]

Good morning!!! 🥳

[@Cl0udystar-love23]

cassie HIIIIII

[@Cl0udystar-love23]

Im a fan

[@kaylheecarroll3186]

@@CassieThorpe 👋!

[@rhondabeard7012]

I put my Chanel Brooch on a cheap Beret to dress it up. I’m for the brooches 😂

[@HarperPolo]

Ooohh new video 👏🏽 👏🏽 👏🏽 ❤🎉

[@CassieThorpe]

Hope you like it!

[@HarperPolo]

@@CassieThorpe yes!! I love bag charms

[@miemaxwell-smith1205]

I also think that the micro and small leather goods ‘bags’ and section is a good way at a lower and more acceptable price point to try out a brands quality if you have never purchased from them before 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@ssimonft]

They definitely don't know Loewe...that's like next level fashion!!!

[@danishpastry6137]

As far as entry-level luxury goes, I think it's down to what you call luxury and whether logos matter or not. If logo's dont matter, then it's probably all down to something feeling like it's quality. I'm not into a luxury charm as a logo heavy bit of bling, especially as if it's on a lesser known bag, it does smack of wannabe, imho. Useful mini bags used as charms are a different matter, especially when attached to their bigger sister. I'm all about the brooches, but not ones with big logos. I love the Chanel CC one, but I'm never going to pay that sort of money on costume jewellery (and logos aren't my thing). I'm definitely more up for something like the Schiaperelli than Loewe as they're not to overt in terms of brand.

[@lexicle49]

Great video xxx

[@hi88gg1]

I got a lvguci ,Korean made, Jimmy Choo. It is 20 years old and still looks great.

[@user-se2gd2ib6y]

Cassie can we have a live stream playing Dress to Impress 😂❤

[@sheilacarlislepyreneesmom]

Great video!!!!

[@ekesa07632]

OMG! so I got a Balenciaga city bag as a gift from my father on my birthday. It was an extreme honor to get such a gift and I am immensely grateful to him. Legit cried when he gave it to me. Beautiful bag, fits my shit, fits with clothes I have - love it. Use it all the time, as I am less of a collector or a reseller and more "I like this piece and will genuinely use it." So for fun we decided just to check how much does a charm that I found interesting cost, and a metal chain. This is KaDeWe in Berlin. 500 and 600 euros respectively. We both went gray and walked the fuck out of that store. I instead happily hung a charm of Paddington bear and bunch of other shit that I have; that Paddington bear was a charm I got on my first ever trip to the UK, so its a lovely memory.

[@charliemaron5866]

Could u plssss do a scarf 🧣 video I know it’s middle of summer in states but it’s freezing here in Australia 🇦🇺 and I am obsessed on scarfs lately.. And yes I used to collects bag charms started from fendi monsters years ago and now they are dead lol.. wasted money on that 😫

[@Tabtabtabtoycollection]

Im looking for Tiffany in the background 😂❤

[@michellewasthere]

Greetings Cassie! To each their own, but i cannot get on with adding 8 pounds of sodding charms/decor/key fobs onto a bag. No Ma'am! 😄 💋

[@V_4_Versace]

I hate the prices of everything “luxury” these days because for me even when I was shopping a new brand I hadn’t shopped before I usually tend to steer towards their introductory pieces to see if the quality and durability is there in those pieces before I branch out and buy big ticket items, so the fact that all that’s offered below $500 these days is shit like bag charms irks me to no end and makes me not want to shop any brands I don’t already have a relationship with which is sad because I think luxury shopping should be fun and exploratory like who doesn’t want that walking around with arms full of shopping bags moment?! And the currently market makes that impossible, they have really lost the plot!

[@MatildeWadkins]

There is currently no *gtdupe* Dior due to controversy…

[@melissalarochelle3716]

Cassie!! Please!! Where did you see a LV charm for $300?? 😩😩 I just finished seeing a tiny one for $1100 on their site!! 😭😭

[@CassieThorpe]

It’s a round canvas one with blue monogram! Check men’s and women’s collections 💖

[@suzyq7725]

Watch how quickly bsgs get scratched with some of the charms though.

[@ceciliabrown3301]

I miss the times when a limited edition Speedy cost £200 (brand new from the shop) and of much better quality. Still being used on daily basis 😊

[@jheng8648]

The cheapest smallest pieces/accessories *usually* because the prices of the main items are too expensive/less approachable. It reminds me of Chanel costume jewellery in the past. Now most people realise that was mostly a waste of money

[@AnoussaCazalis]

I’ve seen a handful of Birkin dupe videos & this one looks super close to the real one. (The leather doesn’t look too grainy/vainy) I brought a dupe Birkin a while back but was afraid what the luxury community would say if I made a video on it lol. But now you inspired me to make one because I have some thoughts on the Birkin bag in general Can’t wait to hear an update on *esluxy* !

[@RajanYeomans]

I was in Turkey recently and brought an empriente multipurpose bag. They showed me the *esluxy* bag and it looked like

[@kdcm6690]

Despite what social media shows of dressing up bags with charms, I don't see this trend in central London at all.

[@YouTuber-vy7hq]

Cashier: how would you like to pay? Me with my tbe: RAW card please 💳

[@BartyllaHollings]

Thank you for putting in effort. I found out the *esluxy* I'm having which I was considering for real .Somebody gifted me and made me feel that the gift was so expensive. i found out the stitching thing on the side straps, dropping of canvas, quality of leather on the straps helpful keep the good work going on ...Thank you so much

[@coelacanthvalley]

Aren't sunglasses one of the more popular introductory pieces?

[@YSLaddicted21]

It’s only right Gemini is the 1st zodiac on the Schiaparelli bag charms