Don’t Waste Your Money on Designer Clothes - Adele Givens

Adele Givens explains why people shouldn’t buy designer clothes.
Original airdate: May 27, 2002
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[@Jess-zj5cj]

This is not a comedy show this is a wake up call.

[@williammitchell1804]

Comedy is a wakeup call. It is social commentary.

[@aundreshabazz9624]

🥳✨☑️☑️👏

[@tammyslade1143]

Ive never bought designers anything! 💓

[@beyondintelligent1]

Isn’t that the truth!💯

[@ruthiemartinez5552]

Word 'em Up! 💯

[@topgurl9313]

You have no idea how refreshing it is to hear this from another woman. I'm exactly the same, I don't go for labels, I go for the cheapest, best-looking item.

[@goldenstar9379]

Me also ... I don’t care about material things .I buy second hand clothes , furniture or whatever. Only my underwear,towels and bedding, I buy new .

[@tonjahoward9583]

You are so Smart, Wise, and great;

[@nappyqueen86]

I agree. The only thing I buy brand name is food lol

[@katrinab7657]

I have bought items at outlet stores, clearance sales, etc. I'd be wearing $20 worth of clothes, $15 shoes, and no one knew. I'd get so many compliments and you couldn't tell me I didn't look good. 😂 Meanwhile, I can put the rest of my money somewhere that matters - buy some dividend stocks, pay on my mortgage, or anything other than a $1,000 handbag. People argue me down, but I can't see that as an investment. It's so nice to hear a black woman who is making money making some sense.

[@1thinkboss]

So do i

[@ghfjfghjasdfasdf]

😆 She said, “I got rules for my money.” On point!

[@katrinab7657]

Right! If you don't direct and control your money, it will control you.

[@GameOn71213]

@@katrinab7657 got that right I been broke I'm not trying to be broke again, hell McDonald's is too much for me

[@whydoeknow3563]

@@GameOn71213 NOT broke! your funds are low at this time but you have some money today. speak it!

[@GameOn71213]

@@whydoeknow3563 I receive it and claim it

[@whydoeknow3563]

@@GameOn71213 👍💵😁

[@KingMellow11]

She's the Queen of common sense comedy.

[@allthingsnew010]

Fr

[@morrisjordan2nd466]

Sommore is funny too.

[@krazykaye8843]

@@morrisjordan2nd466 Sommore only talks about sex. It gotten boring.

[@dsg3053]

Damn lol wish I could like this comment twice. Her and Dominique is the underground queen

[@an922mo68]

I absolutely love it!!!

[@AnointedSong]

My purse rule... never carry a purse that costs more than you have in it or the bank. I once purchased a bag from Walmart for $5... it lasted 3 years..I got my money's worth🤣

[@katrinab7657]

👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@mariewheeler6522]

THAT'S WHAT I'M TALKIN' BOUT!

[@saritamoorebansa4485]

Agreed!!!! 😍🥰😘

[@ladyindaroom]

I know that's right

[@MzTinkerbell]

@Anointedsong...that be me chile 😂

[@neahkrayou8730]

Living in the ghetto, wearing $16000 watches. We got to do better folks.

[@ClowneryAtItsFinest]

I actually KNOW people like this in REAL life! And some of them live with their grandparents and sisters!

[@neahkrayou8730]

@@ClowneryAtItsFinest Hahahah. So true

[@Royalxy53]

She doesn't live in the ghetto...and this is a individual walk....I don't have a car, I only have three pair of pants from thrift shop.....but I have three houses and 4 duplex rental properties...I work a regular blue collar job and make more money in forex than I do on my job...I have property in Africa and my family thinks I'm broke and that's how I like it

[@neahkrayou8730]

@@Royalxy53 Good for you. But, just curious: what are you responding to?

[@goldpharaoh6976]

A 16000 watch like a rolex is actually a great investment. Let's say its 18k you can resell it for about 13500, try that with a car and your reselling that car for about 8000 so....................

[@marissawilson4644]

She spits facts!!

[@jnad7025]

That's me, I work on my body look good and wear cheap but my figure will speak for it's self

[@nappyqueen86]

exactly !!!

[@manamal769]

FACTS !!!! Preach !!!

[@AlphaSun74]

I want to see☺️

[@northernking6610]

Lookout juliet...

[@mariewheeler6522]

The goal should be to make your clothes look good NOT for clothes to make you look good.

[@aliyaforever2254]

I've been a fan of hers for decades. I still remember her first appearance on Def Comedy Jam. The "whale and tic-tac" joke will be forever etched in my brain 😆😆😆

[@miaarchibald3365]

YEEESSS!! and her joke about biting an apple 🍎through a pocket fence will always be a classic.. not to mention her performance in players club..

[@ForPetesake552]

That is a classic. She has always been hilarious, but doesn’t get her proper due.

[@fleetwood7538]

"I'm such a fucking lady..."

[@xmanxavier77]

Yup I remember that one

[@beefaye6861]

I remember that...😂😂😂😂

[@Disko6000]

That crowd was dry as hell

[@cupcakes7015]

Yep 1/31/2021

[@robertjebediahfreeman]

@@cupcakes7015 Whats with the date?

[@OnThis_Journey45]

Yep, that's because she was stepping on thier toes. 😬

[@cupcakes7015]

I'm a secretary so this is just a habit. 2/13/2021

[@Eef-wg3fg]

Well, over here i was laughing out loud all on my own! Madame, you totally made my point, and in a reeeaaally comical way! Fantastic! 👏

[@westoncharm7467]

Damn, she catfishing folks by not aging. She looks like she did from back in the days in Def comedy Jam.

[@treasurethetime2463]

This is from 2002.

[@westoncharm7467]

@@treasurethetime2463 lol that makes sense

[@coldblooded568]

This is old.

[@jumaineadams9152]

She's 60 and still looking great.

[@bierlichen1]

I know.

[@fpcooper95]

If I had 16,000 dollars my life would completely change, or I could buy a watch 🤦🏾‍♀️😂😭

[@cathychin1521]

Only argument for buying a Rolex watch is that the value will not depreciated in value over the years.

[@blakeharris58]

My life would definitely change, and I would buy several watches.

[@mariecampbell3373]

Save 27.40 each day, and in a year you ll have $10,000.

[@blakeharris58]

@@mariecampbell3373 yeah but that requires being in a position to have $190 to spare *every* week.

[@diduck6878]

@@blakeharris58 amen, people not in your shoes always want to tell you how to do something.

[@BetterLifeAhead35]

Seriously, I've never understood the clothes some people are willing to buy.

[@maryrosekent8223]

I shop second hand. Not only is it cheaper that way, it also keeps those clothes out of landfills.

[@Janellabelle]

Same. I could never spend $100 on a sweater when kids are starving all over the world. I'd feel...sinful.

[@blue9multimediagroup]

And they last longer

[@BetterLifeAhead35]

@@maryrosekent8223 Seriously, plus so many companies use questionable labor or poor sourcing, so buying secondhand keeps from adding to their demand.

[@samoyha1]

SAME

[@Amburmist]

Shes got a great body and that suit accentuates it very well. #bodygoals

[@Candaceday10]

Natural.

[@sagittariusque8932]

Yes

[@IntellectuallyAstute]

Yes! Killing it at age 61. 💯

[@liligman]

For some reason her comedy style and cadence reminds me of Steve Harvey 😂. She’s a lot easier on the eyeballs though

[@iamsultrie430]

Now that you said it, I can’t unhear it...

[@liligman]

@@iamsultrie430 “and Miss Universe 2015 is....” 😂

[@diddiecapitan2951]

She'd look good with that moustache

[@KingAbdulhaqq]

I agree

[@crisismode2103]

I actually thought they were related a one time lol

[@ramsesreinas6707]

She speaking facts though, for real. People really be paying thousands of $ for stuff that ain't worth a dime

[@bernicewise8313]

Exactly!

[@joanndotson9563]

I've bought a few designer clothes in my time.Not anymore ,when I wear the cheaper clothes get compliments all day and designer clothes " Not one word".I was taught no one name is better than mine. It's all about knowing how to make your clothing and accessories look like it cost 💰Trust and believe 🛋🛋

[@thines3560]

Cheaper quality of course

[@thines3560]

@@g.p7640 sis...I complimented your comment....simply meant cheaper quality pieces

[@durgalakshmi2793]

Agree i brought a 20 dollar guess sandals I got compliments wore my gucci shoes no compliments

[@walterjohnsonjr1523]

Preach

[@noreenkhan113]

Preach it Adele - we all need a lot more common sense rather that waste money on designer labels made by poorly paid and exploited workers.

[@wakawakaabby4779]

A 1000$ a foot, 200$ a toe 😂.

[@SheisB515]

One of Chicago's finest 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@gregbattles4742]

Her and Bernie mack. Blacks are the best comedians the make u laugh at the truth..

[@tonjahoward9583]

My father told me along time ago, " Don't make anyone MORE Richer than you are with things you don't"! Tommy Hilfiger name became popular cuz someone made his name popular. And we don't know those people names.

[@chrismcamp]

Tommy became profitable, with a great marketing strategy and product brand techniques towards the urban community as hiphop was reaching its golden years. The large logo on the boxers was brilliant... Snoop's influence helped as well.

[@anthonyarline2951]

Your father is a wise man!!!

[@VonteXP]

This is not the type of room I have seen her in like on the Queen's of Comedy stage but man she really adapted her delivery to fit this crowd without compromising who she is. A true professional

[@tiffanymcdaniels5652]

Right. This crowd was a lil lame.

[@michj6610]

For 16 thousand dollas that second hand should be able to reach out & give you a high five when yo team make the basket

[@paristokyo2185]

Adele so damn funny, I remember being a little kid staying up late watching her on Def comedy jam, she's been my all time favorite comedian since , real queen of comedy

[@QueenNGtheGreat]

Adele has always been the realest!

[@miscellaneousmedia3753]

Adele Givens is hilarious! More of her clips please!

[@SammyCamilleKyle]

I first saw this as a freshman in high school and I have been looking for it!! I wish we could see the whole set! Adele is an Original Queen of Comedy

[@happywithdrawal]

she's right about the snotty saleswomen! can't count the amount of times i've went into a store to browse only to be met with nasty attitudes 🙄 like you're working for $8.25 an hour! don't act like you can buy something in this store, either!

[@chris7285]

On the other hand you sometimes get lucky and they’re super cool. I remember I gave my grandma a ride to the mall. She wasn’t rich but I remember she was looking at all the purses and some younger worker asked her which one she wanted to look at. I was acting as her translator because she only speaks Spanish and most times workers give me crap for this but this lady was kind and patient with us and she was very understanding. Ultimately my grandma didn’t buy an expensive purse but she did buy a cheaper one and it still suited her if you ask me.

[@melmthombeni9761]

Oh she's smart.

[@dawnstephens9751]

I just love her she’s so talented and hilarious

[@jayolson2598]

One of the most underrated comedians 🎉

[@brandonnewby178]

Whuuffff. $2000 on shoes?!?! That's 67 pairs of mine.

[@katrinab7657]

I had to break out the calculator.

[@fabricemcromeo12]

Very true. I never care to have somebody's tag on me... I'm a man. The idea is to look good, not to look expensive.

[@MsEmpressFyah]

Facts.

[@RickRijuanaPro]

I like how you put that together

[@Akumaten1]

Str8 Fax!

[@anthonyarline2951]

💯

[@harlemdeni]

She not just good, She's GOD DAMN GREAT!!!

[@jacquelinelinford7896]

I Love your outfit! You just have natural class and good taste.

[@soul_asmr]

Her shoes are still fire to this day

[@beyondintelligent1]

I’ve been a fan of hers since she debuted. She’s one of the funniest, realest comedians you’ll ever see. She looks younger as she ages. ❤️

[@nor4277]

I love her, and common sense..

[@moonnugget4598]

*)_*) I wouldn't even date someone who would spend 16K on a watch.

[@thatblerdoverthereb9654]

I love this. I'm a quality over quantity buyer. I examine the materials and longevity of my purchases and idgaf about a label. Give me something well made ,at a good price that won't be clutter or trash in a year.

[@jdaslugga4026]

Damn!!! She still looks good a.f. After all these years!!!

[@heartstrings7814]

Adele is in great shape! Looks lovely. And she is relatable and funny as hell.

[@fakshen1973]

Spend all your money on clothes, jewelry, and bags.. for what... to impress other women who do nothing but hate on you. Then wonder why you're unhappy and broke.

[@queendivaism]

Say it again 👏 for the people in the back please

[@GameOn71213]

@@queendivaism let me tell U something lol I been broke I ain't trying to go broke again in South Africa we have lay buy it's like Lay away I do Lay away on sale items ok my earnings costs 99c and I still look good I save to invest not save to spend

[@swavnasahoo711]

heck yeaahh.

[@Dooger111]

Damn right! Well said

[@TheConfettiDress]

Comedy and advice about financial wellness. Dave Ramsay could never

[@Courtney-of1po]

I love the message! I learned my lesson a few years ago when I spent $200 on purse (that's a lot for me) and a few months later my car got broken into and my purse was stolen, never saw it again. First and last time spending that much.

[@bernicewise8313]

Happen to me too! Only difference is I left mind in Hardees, and the associate without asking gave it to another customer because he said that it was his wife.

[@beckymarie8720]

She is sooooo funny! 😂 I can totally relate to her. I am a bargain woman!

[@lynettemiller7912]

GURRRRRRRL! Why doncha preach it!!! "If it's on yo' ass, it's not an asset!"

[@jasknow9841]

I have never seen people clapping instead of laughing at a stand up comedy show 😂

[@bestversion1687]

Absolutely I taught my children not to be a walking bill board

[@vbarbara3235]

Way underrated super talented woman. Have always thought the same thing - actually making a fool out of our people knowing that many with low self esteem will buy based on labels to validate themselves.

[@marishamcdowell552]

Kanye know "Man, I promise, I'm so self-conscious That's why you always see me with at least one of my watches Rollies and Pashas done drove me crazy I can't even pronounce nothin', pass that Ver-say-see"

[@gregbattles4742]

Adele god gave her natural full LIPS givens the lips white girls paying for.

[@ClowneryAtItsFinest]

And she has a nice body too. Folks going to get sucked and tucked to look like how she does NATURALLY.

[@gregbattles4742]

@@ClowneryAtItsFinest exactly black is indeed beautiful and so are you sista.

[@ClowneryAtItsFinest]

@@gregbattles4742 Thank you.

[@gregbattles4742]

@@ClowneryAtItsFinest u are welcome queen much respect.

[@trent_king]

Y'all are obsessed with whyt women🙄

[@ghfjfghjasdfasdf]

Love her Comedy, smart lady! 🤟

[@Octayvia21]

For those that couldn't tell from the fashion, this clip is from about 10-20 yrs ago😅. Her hair is greyish/ natural now and she's put on a bit of weight. Still looks absolutely phenomenal for 59 though🤗

[@marishamcdowell552]

People always hide when they get older but it's a damn blessing. Everyone knows at least 1 or 2 people that died young

[@bernicewise8313]

@@marishamcdowell552 1 or 2, Try 10-12.

[@officialalonzo263]

I like her, she has common sense and she’s funny😆

[@phoenixphillips7413]

🎯0:09 Walmart even GOODWILL(and STIIIIILLLLL BE LOOKING GOOD‼️💯)🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@franciir]

Wow, I haven't burst out laughing listening to comedy in a looong time. Really enjoyed it. Thanks you, sister!

[@GPS509]

The Rappers need some rude heavy strick rules for their money.

[@morrisjordan2nd466]

I feel her, on not buying designer clothes. They cost to much. It alright to look good once in a while. When you going out for an special occasion. Wedding, birthday, Holiday's etc.

[@ephemeralsamsara]

Gotta love the legend that is Adele Givens.

[@sashatasha9725]

I remember those days of sneaking a bottle in the club 😭

[@xmanxavier77]

Adele Given i miss this style of comedy but people should take heed to what she has to say 😉

[@krystalsmith5218]

I like designer clothes but refuse to be a walking advertisements for those companies and not get paid for it.

[@lynettemiller7912]

PREACH!

[@krystalsmith5218]

@@lynettemiller7912 hey cousin Miller is my maiden name.

[@spencerhawke9739]

"The more money you make the more money you waste. "💯

[@mrscrotchety7531]

She looks great! I haven't seen her in so long!!!

[@rachels111]

I get on my baby daddy about spending $160 on some pants 🤣🤣

[@ladyindaroom]

😂😂😂😂

[@staceykersting705]

Gotta shop the sales, or gently used...I don't think i ever spent more than $20 on pants. I just put some good tires on my car for $300. Only paid $1400 for the car. Looks brand new, but it's 12 yrs old. My cars usually last at least 6 yrs and I always pay cash. Nothing wrong with having money in the bank.

[@clint1285]

@@staceykersting705 dammm. Good job. What car did u get?

[@miirobrightvisions]

Them pants better be reloading money every time I reach in them pockets🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@scrapperd7827]

Fellas if you have a lady that's not materialistic you're lucky

[@imsofrugal4838]

My husband is very lucky

[@swavnasahoo711]

lol pinging this to my boyfriend right away😂😭🙏🏻

[@BadTV1993]

Fellas if you dont have a lady at all.....???

[@renitawilliams8499]

Love, love, love Adele's comedy and have seen her live a couple of times .. never disappoints! Continued Blessings Sista!🥰🤗🤣

[@chellelechelle]

I love her & she doesn’t get her flowers enough!

[@xMiketheManx]

Damn is that Tricks from The Player's Club😳 She didn't age at all!

[@MrSteve-hy9yo]

this is exactly how I sound when my daughter asks for something expensive.

[@lherisknowledge4fun]

I really love watching Adele!

[@blackempress1049]

She's too damn good...Not one lie was told either🤣

[@meemeepalmer4144]

One of my favorite comedians!!!💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽

[@ambriaharris4821]

I'm proud of Adele, she is out of her element and she did good. From Def Comedy Jam to Comedy Central. She couldn't be raw with her stage performance

[@4knewt505]

Legend! You can say Adele for comedy and I know who you are talking about! Beauty with straight laughs and she has always been snatched on stage!

[@madamemarmot]

OMIGOSH! Smart AND funny. What more could a person want? She's brilliant. 💖💖💖💖💖

[@heavybre]

The best comedians are the ones who can make you laugh with the truth

[@goddessofpeacelove5341]

I just love her.. she’s always been 1000

[@diegoshepherd3464]

I´ve always loved Adele´s comedy

[@yayarea8064]

Proud Walmart, Savers, Thrift stores, Burlington, Fashion nova etc. customer right here! I knw das right!!!! 💪👊💯👏👏

[@charlies.campbell9996]

Something classic about her. Too funny

[@LMICUK]

Underrated BIG time, always has a relevant message too

[@markcleveland5275]

One of the prettiest comics ever they tried to play her in players club because she funny but she could have easily been one of the favorites

[@ladyindaroom]

I don't have no designer clothes, but my closet looks sooooo good. I have me some hot girl clothes too. Heck in Mcdonald's sometimes them women act all snotty😂😂😂

[@theresamanns9132]

THIS SISTER IS THE TRUTH🔥🔥

[@32rosepetals53]

She is so funny🤣 this audience was so whack , they probably felt called out look em

[@ancoloco]

Looking the exact same way she looked 30 years ago. Amazing.

[@Mindyobusiness360]

My favorite character in “Beauty Shop” 😂

[@reesewashington181]

Lmbo yasss especially when she came in the beauty shop looking to get her hair laid!!!

[@whosthatchick5150]

😂😂😂😂😂 she’s speaking FACTS!

[@yukonman3546]

She is awesome!

[@sharonsimmons1325]

Love 💕 Aldale u rock made my week.. keep videos 💞 coming.

[@fastysmith6000]

Love Adele!!! So so true!!!!! Love

[@RickRijuanaPro]

She went up there and gave logic 😂👏🏽👏🏽

[@jazminashleyslife7476]

Is she on the Kanye west video “I love it”

[@davidzimmermann3887]

Yup! That was her. I'm somewhat embarrassed to admit that was where I was first introduced to her.

[@sarahdavis5674]

She’s one ☝️ of the best of the best !

[@SB-tc2jr]

Nicely Done! 👍

[@ladyindaroom]

Alligator shoes don't look right on men with big long feet 😂😂😂😂😂😂 They look like a whole walking alligator 🤣🤣🤣🤣 🐊🐊🐊🐊

[@Lexiejay_]

Man she’s good 😂❤️

[@jeannettemiller9275]

Super awesome 👏

[@sharellmatthews1718]

My favorite comedian.