Things I'm Not Buying in 2024 - SAVE YOUR MONEY!

These are the things I'm not buying in 2024. Going to try and save my money and make smart decisions when buying.
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[@ClassicClaudine]

The Hermes shopping game (it’s not a ‘journey,’ is a game) is by far the STUPIDEST thing ever. “Buy 100k of stuff you don’t really like so maybe, possibly, you could be offered a bag in a size or color that you don’t like.” It’s a handbag version of an abusive relationship. They can keep their stupid bags.

[@StellaConnolly]

I feel like more and more people are feeling this way. 😔

[@nasamanithorne2600]

I so AGREE!!!…..come to think of it, other than the Hermes Lindy, I really think the Birkin, Kelly and Constance are straight forward designs, of course there are the good quality leather and craftsmanship, but it really does not warrant a 5 figure sum for some of the Hermes bags, ladies don’t be fooled.

[@debihaywood5454]

Well said. So silly.

[@katemiller7874]

Lol right. Smart women know this already

[@Yourbagmybagreview]

It is 101% not true that you need to buy stuff just to be offered a kelly or a Birkin, it's just happened that the bag is so popular then when you go to France botique they cannot offer/give to you because it's most of the time sold out. But the moment you will tell what you like color, design, the SA will keep that information and will definitely call you and offer you the bag through call then that's the time you'll get your dream bag but it takes a lot of time, and disappointment in the beginning, but the said purchase first any stuff before offer a bag is not totally true

[@hawnair6624]

I am beyond words HAPPY that you’re back, Stella!!!! Your energy, smiling face, your spirit!!! Fellow FA so very grateful for you!

[@PenniP]

Welcome back lovely! I am a retired F/A (from your airline). About 15 years ago, I stopped buying luxury brands, even “on sale”, books, candles, etc. I basically spent intentionally, before it was even a “thing”. I started putting the money into my 401k and I was able to retire (after flying 30 years) debt free, with a big chunk of change in my 401k. I retired 10 years earlier than the normal retirement age and I am loving life. I applaud you for making the changes AND congratulations on your backyard! 💖✈️💖

[@Gigi-VG]

Bravo!🤩

[@shamrockgirl6595]

Stand your ground, Stella! Don't let Berkin, Louis Vuitton or Chanel wrangle you!! lol

[@yuyugo62]

I didn’t know about the hermes system, very manipulative and “breadcrumbing” 😠 but I’m not surprised 🤷🏻‍♀️ don’t play their game Stella! It’s a trap! 😤

[@Bk-uz3pk]

Sold all my bags. No interest anymore. Stopped shopping at Sephora etc, drug store only for skincare and makeup. Gave myself a buzz cut 2 years ago. When I moved, realized how much name brand stuff I hardly used. Hair was long and always in a bun and minimal make up but spent so much on hair care make up etc. I am trying to find my one “signature” fragrance, that will be my luxury 😂

[@StellaConnolly]

I love your journey. 😊

[@Beswift1989]

@@StellaConnollyyou make the world better ❤missed you

[@dollymadeson3963]

After years I found Valentino Born in Roma Intenso… its unisex ( or for males, lol) walked around Sephora and asked which smelled best. Love!!!

[@debthomas9903]

So glad to see you again! You helped get me through cancer treatment, now just had heart surgery and your back!! Love hearing your excitement and laugh!

[@katemiller7874]

Hope you are feeling good deb

[@mandy6313]

I needed this energy starting 2024!! Resist the cute water bottle temptation! 😂

[@StellaConnolly]

It takes all my strength not to buy more water bottles! I love them so much. 😂

[@Priscillaa143]

Omg I never even knew that’s the way Birkin bags were bought. At that point though you’re better off paying extra for the item you actually want. Loved this video Stella! Glad you’re back!

[@StellaConnolly]

Thats why the Birkin and Kelly bags are so expensive on the pre love websites because they know you have to buy a ton of stuff at the store before you are given a chance to buy the bag you really want.

[@Francestnlv]

I will never understand why people don’t use there library. I would spend 100$ on books every month if I didn’t use the library.

[@katemiller7874]

Some people have shelving and a library. We like to read our books over and over and loan them to our children. We like the way they feel and smell. That’s why

[@kathy3178]

Some areas have very small libraries and the selection isn't always the greatest.

[@TravelwithTasha393]

I am obsessed with reading on my commute to and from work. I am always at Barnes and Noble. I need to go back to my local library. I used to do it during the pandemic, but now I go to the bookstore. I can drop some serious cash on books so I am with you.

[@tinag7381]

I think that's so silly that anyone can't just walk in and buy one without building up a profile for Hermes. I'm glad you addressed this as well☆

[@KindnessMatters_]

Two hundred per month is a lot! In ten months that will be a savings of two thousand dollars! Great video, Stella! Aww, your doggy is so cute! TFS!

[@lore.35]

Fanny looks so happy in that yard! It’s good to see you in good spirits again Stella ❤️ I am so happy you are back! 🎉

[@StellaConnolly]

It warms our hearts so much that he finally has an area all his own 🖤🖤

[@JetSettinGio]

My friend bought an Hermes scarf and had it framed. It looks really cool displayed as art.

[@vhoov2218]

Half Price Books - I purchase a book, read it and sell it back. I love physical books and there are great options - libraries, online used, sharing, etc

[@danam8450]

Where do you sell your books after you’re done reading?

[@je-suis_Tati]

You know what Stella? That’s called maturity! Yes, that’s being mature and responsible! I applaud what you said about the Birkin. I bought into the stupidity and bought one preloved for a lot more than retail, guess what! I didn’t feel right, didn’t have the excitement and didn’t care for it plus I felt STUPID, so I sold it after hating what I did, not the bag but what that represented and I lost a lot of money 🙄but never again! I am a chanel lover for years (was my first love and still is unfortunately lol), and I have a sufficient and lovely collection of ONLY what I wear, enjoy and loveeeeee., but I completely agree and understand what you said 😂.

[@shamrockgirl6595]

Sooooooo happy 😊 to see you back Stella.

[@StellaConnolly]

Wow you have been an a subbie from the start! 💚. Thank you for the support throughout the years!

[@PinoIcepop]

Yes, the library! Also if you have a kindle or want more audio books, then maybe join a bunch of libraries on your layovers and browse their digital and audio books so you can have a bigger selection.

[@StellaConnolly]

Great idea, thank you!

[@wb-lr9ig]

That scarf is fabulous. No idea what to do with it but it’s beautiful

[@sue6487]

Yesssssss! Frannie is back too!!!❤❤ Frannie looks good and happy in a grassy backyard!!❤❤

[@amermexian]

Oh Stella, love your personality!.... "...I have one Stanley. I don't even know where it is"

[@purplequeen8318]

Glad to see you're back!

[@dianafromsa7586]

love you, thanks for coming back.

[@Shippingnews]

I intentionally did not comment last week because while I was over the freaking moon with your return to YT, I absolutely did not want you to feel pressure to return to a regular posting schedule. I still feel that way, but I did admittedly squeal with excitement when I saw another video this week!

[@elizabethd.7662]

Always great to see you Stella!

[@dagmarmets547]

So happy you're back Stella!!!

[@mkwhitehorn6586]

Love your energy! Great video

[@claudineignarski8496]

So glad you are back! Love your videos! Happy 2024!!

[@karennadherny7615]

Thank you for being so honest and giving such great advice!

[@ruthbickerstaffe1915]

So wonderful to see you Stella and Franny. He really is enjoying his backyard. Dear puppy really needed his own garden. Very sensible Stella to cut out non essentials. I think most of us have started doing this. Looking forward to seeing your videos every week. Blessings🌠🙏💗🐾🐾

[@cynthia6055]

Happy New Year Stella.....so good to see you back! Agree cutting what we can live without.

[@susanb8221]

Hi Stella, Hope you are doing great!! Happy 2024 to You, Bart & Franny!

[@pagingamber]

Hi Stella! Great to see you back! ❤

[@kkyles605]

The Birkin game is ridiculous! So much to go through to then pay a ridiculous amount of money for a bag. I love handbags, but I resolved when I retired last June was not to purchase anymore luxury handbags. I'm holding firm so far!

[@mazorelli]

I'm so happy you're back, your fly with stella videos are amazing 🛩

[@GetzKeller]

Thank you for sharing, Stella! I can relate to most items on your list. And thanks for that clip of Franny in his yard. He looks so happy!

[@lisasouthern7202]

I'm so glad you are back * I love your videos and petsonality. So sorry for whatever happened in the past year !

[@nikkiburton8811]

Happy New Year Stella I’m sooo glad you’re back you were definitely miss😊❤🎉

[@ritafehrenbach7744]

So glad you are back! I can so relate to this video ❤ especially buying books , water bottles and the limited edition skincare/makeup. Excellent advice .

[@Au-19]

I agree with you! Being unique! 😊

[@kathy3178]

I don't remember they name of it. There is man here on KZbin who makes leather goods. He takes apart the designer leather goods to see if they are worth the money. Several of the pricier ones had cheap materials in the inside and were way over priced. It was very eye opening for me.

[@Beswift1989]

Your back ❤ love your personality ❤❤

[@isabelleippersiel2034]

So glad you are back!!🥰

[@EricaTheStylist]

I am so happy and excited to see you’re back. Yea I totally agree no more over consumption of things. I’m with you Stella😀 welcome back😊

[@DaisyGNgo]

❤ yes to the library!

[@lupecrisp5808]

Stella!!!! Missed you!! I have been watching you for years and glad to see you back! I started watching you to unwind from work and I’m so interested in your flight attendant life, your lifestyle channel, and love your personality! Hope you guys are doing well! Take care and welcome back! 💕

[@thewittybits7588]

So excited to log on to KZbin and have you back!! ❤

[@totysucre]

Franny!!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️ happy to have you back Stella!

[@daleparker515]

Missed your videos about you and your life. Hope you, Bart, and Frannie are doing well. Wishing you all healthy and blessed 2024.

[@adrianna1289]

Hi girl, nice to see you back. I love this list. It’s great to do a refresh list every year. Every penny counts 😊

[@heatherj9029]

My best Hermes purchases are from Heathrow Term 5. The most used Hermes items I've actually used are the dinnerware pieces. They are used almost daily. If I have them, I'm going to use them.

[@StellaConnolly]

I LOVE SHOPPING AT HEATHROW!! Vat taxes come right off the price! That airport is one of my favorite places to buy designer anything.

[@shopgirlv9316]

So happy to see you ❤❤

[@dianen6638]

Good for you Stella!

[@stephanief.6224]

Love your list! I believe that you will do your best to stick to this year

[@Lisawan120]

I’m so happy to see you making videos! I used to watch your vlog videos every week and I’ve missed your personality!!! Hope to see more travel or daily vlog from you ! Have a wonderful 2024 Stella !!❤

[@brit_ta]

Love your positive energy in this video!!!! You are sooo right - and still I will fall for one thing or the other as the year goes by 😊

[@In2makeup87]

Horray, I am ecstatic to see you posting again! You were missed. I still watch your older flight attendant vlogs. Thank you for being a bright spot on KZbin!!! ❤

[@artsandbarts360]

Awesome video 🙌🏻🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷🙌🏻 Stella, you are sooooo correct on everything💯 ❣❣❣

[@helmtl1234]

Omg Franny… made my day 🥰. So glad you’re back Stella and fam 🎉

[@gemmabenson6426]

Love this! I’m doing a no spend year! Only purchasing to top up or replace! I want to enjoy what I have and not spend anything on things I do not need!! I want to save money!! It’s too much!! 😂💕

[@stephaniesodre5027]

We would love to see your new house tour video!!! Welcome back!!! Happy that you’re back to us!!!❤

[@claudiarusso6702]

So nice to see you back Stella! You, Bart and Franny were sorely missed but you're back!!! I'm in the same boat as you, trimming down alot in the new year. Thank you for your good pointers, yes, I knocked off some subscriptions, a huge savings. Happy 2024! It's already a good year because you're back!!!👏👏👏👏😊❤

[@RosarioMataH]

you have no idea how happy it made to get your video as a recommendation!!! I wasn't subbed to this channel and really missed your videos, I'm currently watching your previous one to catch up ;-P you a such a light in the internet! hope everything in your life get brighter and positive every day

[@lauraholloway6986]

I love the library too

[@peggyberger6403]

It swear, it is so good to see you! FRAN FRAN!!!!! 🐾 sending hugs and nose boops for Franny

[@Sk__10]

I also have a tip, since you know the products that you want to restock don’t go to the stores order everything you need online that helps me alot with not being tempted to buy anything extra or adding an item I don’t need to my endless wishlist

[@StellaConnolly]

That is such a good idea! I love going to the stores because I like to see all the new things but in reality I don't need them. 😔 I'll just want for the Sephora sales and order online! 💪

[@Renna-j]

OMG -I miss you! I’m so glad that you’re back Stella 🤗 looking forward for mote videos. And miss your TRAVEL EDITION must haves. 😂

[@alyssalu9152]

❤ this motivation!

[@benjidog1514]

Omgggg another video. So happy ♥️

[@Cotswoldblonde]

Good positive changes 💛

[@patseyvetter552]

Stella so glad your back. I did the cut back on subscriptions several years ago. I would get magazines. Flip through and never got back to read.

[@NaomiJones-pc3bz]

Stella, your 2024 resolution video is inspiring! It's refreshing to see your honest take on resisting the urge to buy impulsively, especially with luxury items like the Birkin. Your approach to reevaluating necessities versus desires, and the emphasis on conscious consumerism is a valuable perspective. Also, kudos on cutting down subscription costs - it's a great reminder for all of us to reassess our own expenses. Keep up the fantastic content!

[@lynnethebeautifulone4145]

❤ Love that your back.

[@carolynfoster3513]

Hi Stella. I’m so glad you are back making videos. It’s fun to see you. I hope all is well.

[@dianethomas8611]

Great video with great ideas. Glad you’re back.

[@ritabenaglio4518]

So good to see you back on YT!!! 💜

[@shonnie089]

All great ideas! Someone is really loving their backyard to run around in!

[@KenyaG.]

You got this, Stella! 💪🏾 And you'll see the difference in savings after cutting out the unnecessary. I'm working on getting a pouchette though. 🤭

[@Katie-dy5vh]

Always love your content Stella! So glad you’re back

[@StellaConnolly]

Thank you for coming back and supporting! ☺️💜

[@reidmoraske7036]

I’m so happy to see that you are back! I completely agree with you about using the library instead of buying. I buy all my books and then save them, don’t need the clutter. My goal for this year is to get rid of things I don’t need or use! Welcome back!!!

[@josimpson7999]

Wow Stella! You’re going to able to retire early if you keep this new regime up! I’m way too parsimonious to be so extravagant with my spending - although I do have a couple of LV bags (I’m a handbag lover too). You’ll be amazed at how much you’ll save 👏🏻. Good to see you back BTW 😊🇬🇧

[@KewpieGirl]

Its good to see you again and fanny, too! Very helpful to think of what not to buy again for this year, its almost like refreshing start. I will have to cut back of not spending of what Im not using it. This year I didn't buy new makeup and skincare, I only buy what I need for daily use.

[@Franniiv3]

Happy 2024, Miss Stella! I'm also staying away from 'Trendy' items like SLG I don't need more of. Or 'It' Jewellery, as everyone seems to have them, they're not unique, are only expensive due to the Brand, and I don't love them. Plus the quality of some Luxury items has been going down so much over the past few years, and they're not worth it. If I fall in love with a piece and have to have it as I'll enjoy it forever, then it'll always be worth it:) Aww I love the end footage of Franny running in your new Garden! xo

[@llyne2807]

Loved your list! So glad you are back! 😊

[@patriciateague8677]

Good to see you Stella!

[@beckyr4094]

Welcome back, Stella!!!

[@MaryArmendaris77]

Agree with you Stella on everything you said!!!❤❤

[@deborahconkle6822]

Happy dance! Good to see you Stella!❤

[@brunnasud]

Stellaaaaaa you are back!!! I am so glad you are back ❤🎉🎊

[@meeganmuse7305]

Oh em gee!! I so needed to hear/see this! I, too, need to stop buying stuff/cr*p I don’t need! I have so much of it all too! I just need to use what I already have. Wow. So enlightening!! Thanks , Stella! Glad to have you back! 😊🤗

[@mercedesbeard6974]

Excellent choice to be real with purchasing

[@debwlv]

Very sensible list❤❤❤❤. You can do it, at the very least, you will make a big difference in the quality of your life by making an effort to cut back -- good luck! P.S. lovely to see you again!❤

[@J.ElizabethB]

Your videos always make my day. The Hermes earrings are so cute, hope you wear them a bunch in 2024. Glad you’re back ❤

[@StellaConnolly]

I can't believe I forgot I had those earrings. I've just bought so many random things throughout the years I don't even know what all I have. 🤪

[@gina3208]

Great list!!!

[@michellekoh1183]

I’m so glad I bought luxury items before the crazy price increases. I’m so over the ridiculous prices they charge now for lower quality materials. Every time I get an itch, I will just be more diligent in rotating my current items and learn to just be thankful for what I already have.

[@needes8559]

So happy to see you back

[@barbarakongslie2187]

Love your personality.. it’s so nice to see you again…hope your extended family and friends are doing well.

[@crazylvlady]

Great goals! They are good ones.

[@jesssmvlz]

Loved the message behind this video, Stella! I stopped lusting over insignificant pieces and am now trying to curate a more classic/timeless collection 💖