RANKING EVERYTHING I BOUGHT WITH MY BUDGET IN THE FIRST HALF OF THE YEAR | Hannah Louise Poston

[@HannahLouisePoston]

HEY Y'ALL there wasn't room in the description box to link what I was wearing, but I can tell you that for the first part of the video it was: a mix of single eyeshadows with the Danessa Myricks colorfix foil in a starring role, patrick ta "she's so LA" on my cheeks, and EM Cosmetics "caramel glaze" true gloss. The blouse is vintage DVF. I had JUST dyed my eyebrows like an hour before filming and I'd shaped them with the patrick ta brow wax. For the second part of the video I had the Nabla Cutie palette on my eyes with Urban Decay heavy metal glitter eyeliner in "Distortion" all over my lids, physician's formula dewy blush elixir in "gorgeous peach" on my cheeks, and Ofra "Truffle" lip gloss. Brows had calmed down by that time and had again been sculpted with the patrick ta brow wax. THANKS FOR WATCHING!

[@BelleStreetBoyz]

Thank you! 😊💙✌

[@orchid51551]

I guessed it was a DVF blouse, it’s gorgeous!

[@brittanytyler2620]

One of the things that stuck out the most to me was that for almost all of your top picks, there was a social aspect to them. You mentioned going shopping with Lauren and Julia, spending time with family at Disneyland, the ladies at the shop near your workplace, etc when you bought those items. I don't have a particular point beyond that, but it makes sense to me! I have a $1 keychain from Paris attached to my wallet and when I thought I had lost it, beyond cancelling my cards, the only thing I really cared about was getting that dang keychain back simply due to the memories it reminds me of and the joy it brings me when I see it. I wonder if some of the clothing items you mentioned are subtle reminders of those joyful times in your life :)

[@elizabethroyerjohnson4992]

"The goal is to have a happy life" - So true!! And so surprisingly easy to lose track of!

[@scubacop2345]

Hey Sadie, where’s MY biscuit?!

[@TheEmilyFoolery]

Thanks for the biscuit, Sadie!

[@lamaleva]

“Developed the patina of my ownership” - who just says stuff like that off the cuff?? You are pure brilliance 😍💫💕

[@Slendergirl89]

Sadie quietly and sweetly kneading the dough in the background is everything I needed this morning

[@sara.fernandes]

I love when you rank all of your purchases! And having Sadie in the background is such a lovely bonus 😍

[@joannawarrens5117]

I totally bought the Danessa Myricks eyeshadow in Milky Way after seeing it in your video. So yesterday late I wanted to tap on some glitter over tired eyeshadow. Soon it was glitter on my nose, forehead, cheeks etc. I was a 51 year old Glitter Fairy Princess!!!! It’s your fault but I’m not mad at it!

[@madhusree1472]

Hello Hannah and Sadie. I'm gald to see you both in my subscription feed 😆❤️ I have never commented this but I love the aesthetic of your channel. I love your transitions, your intermissions, the little music and art that you use and even the way you talk. Your presentation style on KZbin is very unique and I love every bit of it ❤️❤️❤️

[@HannahLouisePoston]

thank you!

[@emme4129]

So much Sadie! Hannah, thank you for making such consistently good and entertaining but still responsible content. Also your eyebrows are looking RIDICULOUSLY GOOD. And they always look good.

[@emclectic_k]

Videos like this are why your channel is great! The more generalized thoughts about possessions are very helpful!

[@anotherlemontree]

Watching Sadie trying to tunnel into the centre of the Earth via your sofa at 6:07 and thinking "May I come with you please?" Marvellous video, as always. Such food for thought. Hope all three of you are holding up well. ❤️

[@pixiethistle]

Interesting as always, Hannah! It made me curious about my own purchases and when I looked back at non-food purchases, about 80% were expendable items, such as supplements and toiletries. I plan to re-evaluate my purchasing habits!

[@livos23]

Maybe you don't notice, but comparing this video to last year's..you seem to have become so much "better" at making good purchases. You had several regrets last year if I remember correctly.. you've come so far!!

[@Creamy_Goodness]

Well after last year she just didn't need any more makeup or clothing so she has been just focusing on luxury items. Not really the same thing.

[@betsyweatherhead8069]

Yes, yes, yes!! - to all of the introspection, theory and philosophy. This is what we all need-to be sharing our wisdom on what brings us joy, contentment and perspective. I think you’re right, too, that balance, permission to meander, forgiveness, and abandonment of perfection are all key. Yes!!!

[@tay_craycray]

I’ve always gone thrift shopping with my mom since I was little and for some reason we randomly went in February not knowing it would be one of the last times for a while that we could go to a restaurant to catch up and then splurge on nice new clothes that I otherwise would not buy. I cherish the pants and art I picked up that much more , I so appreciated your similar take on your purchases pre-COVID ☺️

[@missvinnet5507]

I loved this video! Especially your thoughts at the end. I always appreciate your take on life and the philosophies of beauty. The only criticism I have is the lack of the information on how we can acquire Sadie's biscuits. I wait with bated breath until I can get my hands on one!

[@beckyfreeman-sundayswithme1403]

"subject verb disagreement" 😂 I died haha

[@katie463]

I have a leather motorcycle jacket that my parents bought for my 18th birthday and I love it. I am 30 now and I still love it. When I finally need to retire that one, I will absolutely invest in another with a timeless cut/style with absolutely no regret. You’re right- the versatility and quality make it such a good “investment”.

[@jacquelinedaniels87]

I’ve watched so so many of your videos and I just now realized-I used to have that exact same couch. I also had the matching chair and a half and boy do I miss that furniture. It’s so beautiful. I’m going back to red when my current couches die

[@mysticfox1563]

I think she said it was from crate and barrel but that she got it off Craigslist. And yes I feel like a stalker for remembering that...

[@mysticfox1563]

MC Weaver, I should mention I also got a couch from there off craigslist and it was in pretty much new condition, but the fabric wore horribly even though we are not rough o. things. I bought a new couch from lazy boy that we’ve had much longer and the fabric is still in tip top shape even though it has gotten more use. For my money I would be really worried about risking the price of a crate and barrel couch.

[@HannahLouisePoston]

yes, it is a Crate & Barrel couch but we bought it at a used furniture warehouse in Ann Arbor, Michigan for $100! It has a huge faded spot on the back (the black sheepskin is covering it in this video) and it's a bit dingy IRL, but good design endures. The PILLOWS are a different story. They were handmade by Palestinian women in Gaza, it's traditional Palestinian embroidery. I bought them one by one from the organization Cross Stitch 4 Palestine.

[@kirrisolly-slade1313]

Oooh! I have been meaning to do this for my own purchases this year! This video is a great reminder! I can think of a few I’ll fated budget purchases this year that have already been decluttered or damaged due to poor quality.... a lesson that budgeting has still not saved me from the occasional sub-par purchasing decision...

[@scottycaplan8122]

THE JACKET !!!! I knew it, I knew it !!!! It was such a good purchase: a beautiful timeless piece (with an edge) and for such a good value

[@Whenlifegivesyoulemonscrochet]

Good day! Sadie is such a delight! Love seeing her in the corner of your videos!

[@inkasaraswati7625]

Hearing you talk about your leather jacket made me miss wearing outerwear! I think you hit the nail on the head why a good outerwear can garner a lot of love. I'm from somewhere tropical so I never found much use of outerwear here, but I scored a basically perfect jacket and coat when I studied in the UK for a year. I practically wore the same jacket or coat everyday for the year, but I loved them and they basically became part of my identity there. They're still two of my favourite things I own even though I don't wear them anymore.

[@jessday4712]

I love uour final thoughts on this. Because I find that sometimes the things I love the most are things I didn’t know I would. Which sometimes makes me agonize more about purchases or panic purchase more often. So I love the thought about: it’s about moderation and peace, not about ensuring perfect purchases.

[@Anna-pd6dc]

Year of more Sadie continues!!! We love to see it!

[@stevieray7203]

Man i find leather jackets so tough to find! When you got it i thought “lucky!”

[@zareenacajee]

I tested positive for covid and it really depressed me and also I'm so bored in quarantine that I overspent with online shopping. I've been watching your channel and it really helping me out. Thank you.

[@emme4129]

Saw this and oh my gosh that sucks so bad. I've been really bad about shopping online this year too, so I started a six-month no buy... if you're already depressed, I would not recommend. Hope everything gets really better really soon.

[@zareenacajee]

Thanks you. I'm doing well now. I knew was just distracting myself with shopping. But I've got over it. I'm doing other things to distract myself now.

[@ZijnShayatanica]

Feel better. 💕

[@wiredayan9719]

Hope you get better soon!

[@HannahLouisePoston]

I hope you heal quickly! sending love!

[@Safaura]

YES - Cats make everything better 😽

[@elysecrawford8279]

I love these ranking videos! I do love all HLP videos, but these ones are especially fun. They really help me think about value in terms of my own purchases. And also give me some good haul-ish vibes that soothe me, without being as triggering as hauls in terms of shopping! Also, I forgot how much I loved that little green and black bag that you showed in the picture of you in the leather bomber, I think you said it was a gift, maybe from your lovely sister? But I can’t find the video you talked about it in! (Prepositions! 😒) Can you remind me what brand it is? Not that I’m in the market for a bag, but would love to do some online ogling

[@Kwardmakeup]

I remember her doing a video where she did a bag declutter. It should be linked in that one!

[@HannahLouisePoston]

yes, it was a Christmas gift from my sister! It's by the brand Danse Lente.

[@elysecrawford8279]

@@HannahLouisePoston Thanks Hannah! What a fun brand, they have some gorgeous pieces.

[@riinapursiainen1632]

My most valuable thing I bought this year is funnily your last one (not incliding the sad sport saga) is my clothing rental subscribtion. I actually went up a tier two weeks before quaranteen because I was supposed to have sooooo many events and trips and at first I regreded the money spend. But oh my has it been the Light of my Quaranteen being able to wear all these amazing Finnish designer pieces around the house and feel my fantacy. I have rented both designer lounge ware (like your aviator suit) and glitter and sparkle just for me. I even bought this one kaftan that I had rented just when everything srarted and they had to pause the rentals and I eneded up living in that kaftan for weeks. For me not owning those clothes is key - owning and buying things is way too much pressure for me so renting them is just the best. Like right now I have a dress that I loved when I tried but probs wont wear at all outside the home, but the blouse I rented is a gem. Ah, I love rent Ingman clothes!

[@ashtonfain3735]

I want a biscuit🥺🥺 so excited for this video and your thoughts!

[@abidavies154]

That makes sense about the moving target of our tastes and joy. I find that a lot! I'm also struck by your discussion of taste and how I have no interest in being performative in that way. I like my house to be comfortable and look pretty to me, and if that means not mowing the lawn so the bees are everywhere, for example, which I've had friends frown upon in the past as messy and weird, then that's what I'm going to do. I know people at work think I'm weird for rolling up in bright teal and turquoise eyeshadow but I'm not interested in other people's taste or fashion house's dictation of what is stylish or worth 500 dollars just because they say it is (surely at cost to make it it can't be 500 or above in cloth and time?). Essentially I just think that your idea of focusing on patience and what makes you happy, rather than a performance or status symbols, is just what I should be focusing on. Are luxury fashion house clothes not just another example of a fantasy self and being more wealthy than we are? Although you're totally right that luxury skincare and makeup degrading a lot faster, but with a moving target of joy and pleasure I just think I'd be bored of that beautiful frilly top in 5 years and my circumstances may have changed and I may need to have more mum clothes or something and would wish for that money to spend on my children's education or something. But that's just me and obviously you're a different person and probably have more staying power with things and I'm glad you still love them :) Love you and your channel xxx

[@rebeccamercado6254]

I have so many thoughts about your insights, but I think they all come down to one thing - its all about balance. I thoroughly enjoyed your video and am now thinking about my relationship to my own purchases this year :)

[@travellingfemme]

Loved the vid. Could you do some fashion related content? Like lookbooks or something of your fav outfits? Also, it’s pronounced pa-TEE-nah

[@HannahLouisePoston]

it's pronounced both ways. I tend to favor the British pronunciation of certain words because I attended a British grade school for several years

[@travellingfemme]

@@HannahLouisePoston v. cool. Still would love fashion related content! Is that something we could expect?

[@VeganEmerald]

I’ve had a realization recently about wanting to moderate the amount of stuff I have now that overspending on stuff is less of the issue (though not entirely not an issue) and the thing I realized was just that I don’t want to collect stuff so fast that I don’t build a deep and knowing relationship with said stuff. Like while I could afford getting a zillion eyeshadows at once (and good for me for not using my credit card or my savings or my bill Money!!!) it feels better to slowly build up stuff as if there is always time to get it. Because for me now there is. I’m in school and so while my income is debt technically it’s also steady and predictable unlike when I was working seasonal/temporary jobs or when I was an actual homeless starving artist 🙄. So right now I’m just chewing on that because I’m still in the midst of a budgeting project but next year I might have a version of a less stuff year. I think the big thing for me is because I’m in grad school and have not yet started my practicum my work is hard and sometimes boring and can feel disconnected from the actual career of my life so I need a reward every day for doing the hard grownup things. Especially *in these times* Finding rewards that aren’t buying a “sweetie” everyday is the big challenge I think! (And no meditating and exercise are not rewards those are chores! Valuable and sometimes delightful but still chores!)

[@emmy8526]

Love that bit at the end about keeping perspective. Should be embroidered on a pillow in the shot of every style influencer!

[@garmonbozia_]

That Princess Bride reference!❤️

[@Soleils]

Those are beautiful pieces of clothing. I want to touch all of the material. I was that person at work who regularly asked people if I could touch their shirt if I thought it was a good or interesting material. It's going to be tough when I have to go back to work and keep my hands to myself 100% of the time.

[@camillehoward6760]

I absolutely love your eye look here! Really enjoyed the video, it’s helpful to hear the thought process. You’re right, you can’t always know everything about yourself.

[@ariacaitlin]

I've been loving the velvet headband looks so much that I've become mildly obsessed and am trying to make a variant on my own. Does the wire run all the way through? I can't quite get my head around these. Also, my leather jacket of choice gives me warm fuzzy feelings and I feel like "sparks joy" just doesn't even cover it! I wish you all the leather jacket love that I know from my own relationship with one 💖

[@kathrynletrent7002]

I really love it when you get carried away with theory at the end!

[@hollyerorabaugh4406]

Hey you! Can’t wait for this video!! Hey!! She’s like my Cat Mave. I rescued him from my old place of work and thought he was a she and changed the name but he’d only say hi if I said Mave. So there’s that. And I have no privacy! He loves to lay in the bathtub when I’m using the bathroom. Lol

[@JCRineer]

What a treat! A new Hannah video on my birthday! 😄

[@pixiethistle]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

[@kirrisolly-slade1313]

Happy Birthday!!!!

[@HannahLouisePoston]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY JACQUELINE!

[@BelleStreetBoyz]

The whole video was great, as always, but the last few minutes really hit home. That was exactly what I needed to hear today! Thank you, Hannah! 🤗💜💚💙

[@river8142]

It really is difficult to predict how much new things will spark joy over the course of your possession of them :/ I spent very recklessly at the beginning of the pandemic, and there have been a mix of wins and meh items. I do feel like an influx of items makes it difficult to really get to know each item (especially if they're the same kind of thing, like cheek products or shoes), which is a problem since I don't appreciate or utilize the stuff as much as I potentially could huhu. Impulse buying is the devil 😩

[@veggierunner79]

I also went Disney with my family in January for our birthdays. We visited Florida from Canada. Not sure when we will go back to the US again. I totally get how precious these memories are now. 💕

[@autumnlily1114]

You're really embracing the Kat from kitschsnitch style filming setup, right down to the kitty placement.

[@betterlifebroadcasting7186]

There are some headbands sort of like that on Etsy..search for velvet wired headband

[@rabbiroz3806]

Hi Hannah. I love your channel and have been following your "no-buy year" and "year of less stuff" series. I would love it if you would consider writing a book about your experience (notice how I didn't say you "should")! Anyway, I started a no-buy year, wrote my rules . . . and didn't consider one thing. Did you allow yourself to buy empty eyeshadow palettes in order to depot and keep fewer ready made palettes . . . ? I didn't think of it before I started. Thank you for your help. You are truly inspiring. And I so appreciate your candor and honesty, especially about the struggles.

[@izzydean4038]

The end of the video was just amazing, so amazing that I started writing notes. Thank you Hannah

[@cymbrecolon]

Another one of those videos I know will be a favorite before I even click!

[@HannahLouisePoston]

:)

[@BeckyLovesKanga]

I love that you call it “making biscuits”! It’s so cute!!

[@twiceliving]

feels like an eternity since you purchased the bed jacket. 🕒💨

[@viola3581]

Disneyland was made for inspiring fond memories ♥️...and Wearing oversized Disneyland sweatshirts as dresses is my uniform ✨

[@erinburgess5741]

Your makeup today and your face is the most angelic thing ever. Can you please do a tutorial on this look? Thanks my love x

[@abigailheynen4065]

This video inspires thoughts for me about the comparison of things vs. experiences and the value they provide to ones life. Though I would argue the common wisdom is to spend on experiences rather than on buying stuff, I find it particularly interesting that your ranking suggests the opposite of this. Things that no longer exist, and therefore are more experiential (clothing subscription, bath products) rank lower and have less lasting value to you than do items you still possess. This is no criticism to you, just an interesting observation I had and would love to get your or others input/thoughts on! Do you find the “experience over things” mentality to be true universally, or is that a more individualized preference than we are led to believe?

[@sandrad7633]

One man’s trash is another man’s treasure 😍

[@mariemaier5630]

I really like that you did not seem to have bought a fancy designer cat. Just a normal perfect beautiful tabby cat. I have one of those gorgeous creatures living in my home as well and I love her unconditionally.

[@sdbolen3414]

I think ranking and counting is important for purchases because we forget where our money goes. I've spent so much money this year and have no idea where it went.

[@amandapanda75]

Your kitty .looks just like mine! My fur baby is named Lita, and shes 18 years old but they look just alike😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@MsAlyssaJM]

I’m the same...I only get to see my family a couple times a year (same coastal situation as you) and I last saw them at Christmas time with no idea when I will see them again. ❤️

[@cindyklempner7203]

Outstanding video. So appreciate your viewpoint on the acquisition of beautiful things & the striving for perfection by such acquisition. Please consider writing a book on those subjects. I expect it would be terrific.

[@clarissetracy]

Hi! Aww the cat is adorable :)

[@ohnilisle4981]

the ending statements! PREACH

[@Puglover130]

Hannah!! Just saw your cream blush video. Today went to SDM a Canadian pharmacy. Their house makeup brand QUO has had a rebranding. Mostly childish but with one important exception. They have cream blushes !! Packaging. Like glossier / flower. They have 2 nudes but one is browny beige just like your fave. If you’d like to try/ review it , I’d be happy to pick it up ans send it your way! Lmk

[@kndrkaye1]

Did you read/listen to any helpful resources that helped you stop over-buying? I've watched most of your no-spend videos but I don't recall you speaking about any.

[@HannahLouisePoston]

I enjoyed read "The Hacking of the American Mind" by Robert Lustig during my no-buy year (that's the brain science one), but really the one single thing that helped me to change was going cold turkey with clear rules and sticking to my rules.

[@kndrkaye1]

@@HannahLouisePoston Thank you so much for taking the time to respond. I'm starting my year on August 1st. I'm already feeling the feels.

[@natashacrawf]

I loved this video! I recently did a video where I analysed every fast fashion purchase I made last year and it’s so interesting to keep tabs on purchases and buying habits to see what works and what doesn’t x

[@emilys1045]

A cat and a soft blanket ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@ThePaperExhibition]

I want Sadie biscuits

[@VeganEmerald]

D E E P T I S S U E B I S C U I T S around the 6min mark so satisfying #westansadie

[@AmandaZ]

you look amazing!

[@HannahLouisePoston]

thanks queen!!!

[@annakuznetsova9220]

Yay! So excited for this video :)

[@apartmentchic1]

Please write a book!!!

[@MiaRBeauty]

i live for Sadie featuring so much in the video, I love her. kiss her little forehead for me please

[@MarjolaineDaudrumez]

Hello Hannah!

[@SaucerJess]

More than good enough! Wonderful in fact! 💙

[@denisadellinger]

Chart and graph...That's been part of your learning as you walk through growth of learning about your relationship with things. We can't always do that and can't always predict. I love that you love the leather jacket and the Micky Mouse sweatshirt. When you were talking about not seeing your family for a long time I became sad because nothing could stop me from seeing my family. Too much time can pass, and believe me, it passes fast and you are going home to a funeral of one of them. Don't do that! PROMISE THAT YOU WILL GO HOME AND SEE YOUR FAMILY BEFORE YOU MAKE YOUR MOVE TO WHERE EVER YOU ARE GOING!!!!! When you are young it's hard to think of your parents aging and and God forbid, they get sick. My mom wanted me to be happy where I was but her dream was for me to move home to be close to her. I am home but she is not here to enjoy me. But I believe she is happy that I am finally home in NC. Don't lose those NC ways. They are deep and no matter where you go, you carry them with you. But please don't let too much time pass before you see them again.

[@SaucerJess]

💙💙💙

[@maureenott214]

❤️❤️❤️

[@decembrya]

🤗♥️🏵️

[@steffipowell8950]

I want your hair.

[@lauramitra]

[@TalithaTheHun]

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