My BEST & WORST Luxury Purchases 2023 | Holy grails & utter fails; Hermes, Chanel, Dior, Cartier...!

Hi Somidoshoppers!
Sorry it's been a while, I was traveling for several weeks and decided to take a little break from YT, but I am back and more inspired then ever to make content!! This is just a quick video to wrap up the year showcasing my best and worst luxury purchases this year 😅. I hope this helps in guiding any of your purchases in the new year; please let me know down below what your personal best/worst purchases are!
FEATURED PRODUCTS:
Best purchases:
Hermes B30 Birkin Gold
Chanel Classic Mini Flap Black
Goyard St. Louis Tote PM Black/Brown
VCA Sweet Alhambra YG MOP Pendant
VCA Sweet Alhambra RG Hammered Pendant
VCA Vintage Alhambra YG Guilloche Pendant
Dior J'Adior Slingback Pump Black Technical Fabric 4in Heel
Worst purchases:
Cartier Love Bracelet RG Small
Dior Caro Small Warm Taupe
Chanel Ballet Flats (generally I bought too many designer shoes and didn't wear them this year 😅)
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SECTIONS
0:00 Intro
0:36 Hermes B30 Birkin
3:42 Chanel Classic Mini Flap
5:41 Goyard St. Louis Tote PM
6:46 VCA Pendants
8:14 Dior J'Adior Slingback Pumps
9:03 Cartier Love Bracelet
10:47 Dior Caro
13:23 Chanel Ballet Flats
15:22 Outro

[@Lovecookie67]

50k is insane for prespend. I get you’re at a competitive store but that’s a lot of spend for someone your age and circumstances. Unfortunately competition is high right now in a lot of places but there are stores where prespend is more like 2-1. Seems like it would be worth flying elsewhere. 50k invested earlier this year would have had returns of 15-20% in the stock markets. Hermes is nice but it’s not without its issues imo. Because of its over saturation in the media it’s also no longer quiet. Really think about why you want this bag. Today most seem to want it because it’s Hermes. The brand isn’t all that it’s cracked up to be and the games are bad and the Sas are very spoiled.

[@Somidoshop]

Yes;; personally I wanted to get my bags earlier than later so I’ve gone a little fast and furious, but I suspect that after the next bag or two I will be satiated 🌚🌝 I’m definitely over this whole ambiguity over what needs to happen before an offer, as well as a few things that have happened at my particular boutique that have irked me 😂 I am considering moving to another boutique, depending on what happens in the next couple months!! Thank you for the insightful advice, I appreciate it! 🥰

[@madokaor3611]

Well at least the bag is nice although I would never spend my money on these handbags compare to the Goyard. The Goyard looks like a cheap plastic bag IMO.

[@kimng9179]

Happy new year Somin!🥳🥳 Can't wait for many more videos from you in 2024! 🥰🥰

[@Somidoshop]

Thank you!! Feeling very inspired for 2024 hehe I’m hoping it will be a big year for the both of us!! Thank you so much for watching 🥰💕💆🏻‍♀️

[@00gnv00]

Hi Somin! Happy new year!🎉 Hope you had a great time celebrating! Thanks for sharing your best and worst purchases. My favorite was definitely your Birkin!😍 I’m on the same boat with you about flats. I don’t like how it looks on me but other people I love them. But I rather wear a small block heel instead of flats. Can’t wait to see more videos! Have a great week!😊

[@Somidoshop]

Happy new year!! 🥳🥳 I hope you had a lovely time over the holidays 💕 I most definitely prefer block heels to flats but some girlies make flats look so chic I always want to try too 😂 Thank you so much for supporting my channel this past year, I truly, truly appreciate it 🥹 excited to do more with my channel this year!! 💕🙆🏻‍♀️

[@lookitsliena]

ahh I love the Dior Caro, sucks to hear you had some issues with it! all your best purchases are so lovely 🥰 happy new year!

[@Somidoshop]

Thank you so much for watching and your support on my channel this year 🥹🥹 Sending lots of love from SF and hope you have a happy new year!! 💕💕

[@zeusdiary8657]

Happy New Year Girl 🎉🎊🎈🍾

[@Somidoshop]

Happy new year!!! 🥳🥳

[@ebud]

Amazing round up! ❤

[@Somidoshop]

Thank you!! And thank you so much for your support on my channel this year 🥹 this video was about my best luxury purchases but the best overall decision I made in 2023 was to start my KZbin channel and meet so many lovely people like yourself 🥹. Wishing you and your family a happy new year!! 🐉💕🙆🏻‍♀️

[@trangrina5974]

Happy New Year! Wishing you all the best and may 2024 be even greater. I can totally feel you about the flat. They are cute but just do not fit me at all 😂 Looking forward to your upcoming videos in 2024 and what you will get in this year 🤭

[@Somidoshop]

Thank you so much and happy new year as well!! 🥰🥰 lots of exciting videos planned for this year 🤭🤭

[@pinksocks115]

the cartier love bangle fits me weird as well, so it's not just you! plus everyone has it which really takes the shine outta it. VCA fits perfectly because it's a bracelet and can be shortened to your wrist

[@Somidoshop]

Totally agree!! I think I would wear a 5-motif much more often since it suits my wrist better 🥹 Do you have a favorite bracelet/stone combo from van cleef?? 😍

[@eryntokidoki6568]

Hi, Happy New Year 🥳 Great video! I love Goyard very much but don't have many pieces. Totally agree VCA pendants are amazing, any good news from your VCA SA? That's so true Cartier love bracelet is everywhere. They're super popular in our city, so many wear them so even stack a couple... Love Chanel flats too, can't get enough 😂

[@Somidoshop]

No news yet from VCA 😭😭 think I will just have to go ahead and place an order for something else to get some favor from my SA for this years holiday pendant 😂 Also I can’t seem to find our last comment thread about connecting on instagram, but my Instagram is sominmk! Please send me a message I would love to connect there as well 🥰

[@eryntokidoki6568]

I'm sorry to hear VCA have no news yet, this year will be a better year for you 😄 I'll message you on your IG 🙂

[@mindbodysoul8214]

I loveLoveLove these types of videos...one of the Most Informative videos. You have such beautiful taste, even the pieces that didn't work out for you are stunning. Just hold on to your Love Bracelet, as you may grow into it for a better fitting. So happy I found your channel, your smile is Contagious. Wishing you Well in 2024.🤍❄

[@Somidoshop]

Thank you so much for your kind words!! 💕 Wishing you lots of love and luck in the new year as well!! 🥰🥳

[@user-uy8ou6pb1c]

Hello Somin! I think I saw you at Hermes San Francisco this morning 😊 you looked so lovely with your Birkin gold 30. Happy New Year 🎆🎊

[@Somidoshop]

Omg! I was at the store yesterday!! Please say hi next time, I would love to meet! 🥰🥰

[@user-uy8ou6pb1c]

@@Somidoshop yes, will say hi for sure next time. Thanks for your response 😊

[@annehebert7359]

As an alternative to the Chanel mini, I would suggest the Fendi mini baguette. It’s so versatile, about half the price and amazing quality.

[@Somidoshop]

I have recently been looking into Fendi!! I’ve especially been wanting to look at some of their fur bags since Fendi is so known for them but sadly California is not permitted to sell any furs 🥹 Thank you for the suggestion I will take a closer look at the baguettes next time I visit the boutique!! 💕🙆🏻‍♀️

[@oakasis]

Great video! Can you do a designer shoe collection and give your thoughts on what you think was worth it vs. not? So many cute styles but I'm always picky about which ones I buy because some have been so uncomfortable!

[@Somidoshop]

Yes!! Designer shoes are so beautiful but it’s such a gamble on whether they’ll shred your feet or not 😂 I definitely have some favorites so I’ll try and compile a list!

[@09269]

Also, i shop at Washington DC, only one boutique here.. prespend ratio is about 3.5~ 4 to 1. So don’t feel bad!! Haha. And i got first quarter bag B30 just like you!! So enjoy the journey! I love to go shop there my SA and manager are fabulous! Once in a lifetime experience! Love it!

[@Somidoshop]

I’ve heard DC is quite competitive 😵‍💫 I was just at city center a couple days ago visiting!! It’s so pretty there with all the Christmas lights 🥰 what color B30 did you get?? 💕

[@09269]

Yes! I saw your short video! We have very small boutique here but oh well…. 😅 i got same as you gold on gold.

[@RhamesMikulecky]

Love*preluxz* the way you show it! You really focus on showing off the bag. I don't think any other KZbinr can show off bags in as much detail as you.

[@09269]

Thank you for your review about caro bag! I was thinking about between caro and D joy bag. Haha I thought chain was too yellowish too!

[@Somidoshop]

I much prefer the djoy!! I will be doing a review on it soon 🥰💕

[@StephNP28]

Happy New Year, Beautiful!! Hope you are staying dry in SF! We’ve been getting so much rain lately! Lol Maybe we need to invest in an Hermes umbrella 😉 haha

[@Somidoshop]

Thank you and happy new year as well!! 💕 Given the price increase this year that umbrella will cost a pretty penny 😂😂

[@StephNP28]

@@Somidoshop ugh these price increases.. 🙄

[@Somidoshop]

Were you able to get your quota bag last year?? 🌝🌚

[@StephNP28]

@@Somidoshop no such luck.. 😞🙄 lol wish me luck for this year! I’ll just have to fall victim to the price increase ugh

[@Somidoshop]

I’m sure it will happen soon!!! SF is tough 😭😭😭 hope to hear good news from you soon though 🥹💕

[@Lauren_Paige]

do you think the small d-joy fits more or the same amount as the miss dior mini bag? definitely debating between the two. happy new year!

[@Somidoshop]

The djoy fits more!! It’s not a crazy amount more but the small djoy, while more like a mini size, is definitely a bag whereas the miss mini is a wallet on chain! Happy new year to you as well 💕🐉

[@deannezhao9588]

Did you have a video where you show how to tie the twillies?

[@HandbagFoodie]

Happy new year! 🫶🏼loved seeing which additions worked (and didn’t) for you! I think you made the right choice to add the classic bags to your collection now and love that you rock your B at the farmer’s market!

[@Somidoshop]

Happy new year!! Thank you so much for your support on my channel, it really means so much to me 🥹 The best thing about 2023 wasn’t all the goodies I bought, but instead was being able to meet so many wonderful people on KZbin like you!! Wishing you lots of love and luck in the new year!! 🐉💕

[@HandbagFoodie]

@@Somidoshop Aww! 💕 TYSM! 🐉 🫶🏼 I think it’s going to be a great year for you!

[@JennyferDelosReyes-zd3ub]

Hi Somin, I found this video and really like your approach and mindset about your collection - fewer but timeless pieces. I am curious where you bought your Hermes Birkin? Did you buy it brand new?

[@Somidoshop]

Thank you so much for watching! Yes I buy all my Hermes bags at my local boutique! 🥰

[@nzgirl]

The Dior slingbacks look really cute! I had considered them in the past but thought the fabric might be too tight around the toes, are they quite comfy around the toes? HNY!

[@Somidoshop]

They are so cute!! The shoes fit true to size and my SA has told me that the higher the heel, the more comfortable/roomy the toe box is! Mine are the 4in heel, but I would have sized up 1/2 size if I had chosen the 2.5in heel height. Personally I don’t feel any discomfort in the toe box area, but I think it also matters what material you pick (another subbie said her embroidery ones rub against her skin and are uncomfortable)! Hope that helps 🥰

[@nzgirl]

@@Somidoshop thank you so much! That’s super helpful 🥰. I’m keen on giving the black technicolor fabric a try in the 4inch next time I’m at the Dior boutique. Thank you for sharing!

[@sarah-ui1gd]

Hi new subscriber here can you do video on lady dior d joy what fits in i ve small abc one i wonder if small d joy same fits like abc ❤❤❤

[@Somidoshop]

I have an in depth video of my djoy coming soon!! Small abc lady door definitely fits muuuch more than the small lady djoy!

[@erumjafri3305]

How were you able to get your Birkin as your first bag? I want to begin my Hermes journey

[@Somidoshop]

I have several videos on my channel + my Hermes journey playlist that details every little thing about what I did/bought before I got my birkin! Please check it out! 🥰

[@kristinam.p.5058]

This Birkin is perfection! Togo? xx

[@Somidoshop]

Yes! Togo leather 🥰

[@neebieslittleluxuries]

The Dior sling backs I have some, the heel is super comfortable but the embroidery on mine rub on my feet so bad. I need to find something to counteract that! It HURTS. I love the way they look but the way it feels is horrible!!😢

[@Somidoshop]

Oh no!!! Is it the lace embroidery ones?? I wonder if you can wear no-show sheer socks or stick something to the underside of the edge to prevent rubbing 😭😭

[@neebieslittleluxuries]

@@Somidoshop they’re not lace but they’re heavily embroidered! I don’t even think a thin sock would help😩 I need to find a way to insert a soft cushion on those spots! Probably some DIY😂😂

[@mychunkypup]

Wear your love bangle alone on one arm❤

[@Somidoshop]

That is what I typically do if I do wear it out!! But would be nice to be able to stack too 🥹🥹

[@dapperlygrungy3189]

Wow! How does a Korean Airline Flight Attendant afford luxury? Do you wear these luxury items on your layovers?

[@Somidoshop]

Hmm! Not sure where you got that idea but I am not a flight attendant! 😂 I work in biotech

[@dapperlygrungy3189]

@@Somidoshop Interesting..I thought you left United to fly with Korean. Anyway, maybe someone else.

[@aimeevanessabunye625]

Don't buy Cartier it's such an ugly brand