Where is the LUXURY in luxury fashion? (A Deep Dive)

[@kaunas88]

The founders of these fashion houses, and the folks who truly cared about real luxury, have died a long time ago. Now it is just corporate greed coasting on the reputations build decades ago.

[@Itsbabygirlt]

There are a few good fashion houses out there but they’re not well known, unfortunately

[@fl4minratbag]

@@Itsbabygirlt if I was super wealthy that’s the brands I would look to, not what the famous houses sell because it’s apparent that what they’re selling to the general population has declined in the quality. Why waste thousands of dollars on something that isn’t truly luxury (if that’s what is being advertised)

[@zztopz7090]

Those underground numbers aren't cheap.

[@SusanacarballoCastaingdebat]

Love this video, thank you for including the prices I find a lot of videos like this don’t include the prices which is annoying when you are planning a trip. Can’t wait to go there again, there are so many great things in this video *hotdups*

[@JomarieCipriano]

I use my *jklux* as a work bag and have had no issues at all. It’s a comfortable bag, fits a good amount and hadn’t lost its shape. With that being said, I also take care of all my bags and don’t carry a water bottle, pens, keys or anything that can damage the interior.

[@GothCookie]

So... They treat their customers like shit, their products are crap, people are having more and more trouble paying for basic needs so arent buying unnecessary items... Im not surprised these brands are struggling.

[@Itsbabygirlt]

These brands will bounce back when people get more flexibility in their spending!

[@tranphank388]

I mean that's how they keep the middle class customers on edge. By belittling you they instill insecurities and thus gives you the urge to buy their stuffs to prove yourself.

[@OkimotoGarett]

I love the *HOTDUPS* bag, the fabric is nice, the gold trim adds to the beauty, and I have received a few compliments when I go to church.

[@PetosaMaille]

Hahaha I love that sign in the background, and that pretty candle holder - curious what you were burning (is my 'candle addict' showing lol?!) Such a helpful video, I'm awful at knowing the differences and go thrifting a lot, so I'm always nervous to pick up *HOTDUPS* , jackets, so many others things - ugh! You are always so knowledgeable about these luxury brands. You can definitely notice the high quality stitching.

[@RIZFERD]

FYI, those luxury brands are so mediocre overrated. Even Oud/Agarwood the world's most expensive wood they have in their perfumes are so fake because the real one like mine on my channel isn't affordable for them because it's true rare to fin in the wild nature. I contacted them all since 2018 where I started to realize their tricks they're selling.

[@ATELIER_PAOLPAOL]

I work in luxury knitwear, True luxury to me means the best materials, made to measure/bespoke fitting in tailoring, exclusivity for a handful of clients. The mainstream houses don’t offer that and even their „image“ has vanished with production conditions exposed. So we still exist but don’t need to advertise 🙂

[@Itsbabygirlt]

That’s amazing and sounds like true luxury, would you mind sharing the brand?

[@popipopipopi]

Best materials, made to measure and exclusivity is what they sell in haute couture not pret a porter

[@saraly4130]

yesss I know a girl how does handbags really beautiful but too expensive for me I kept contact with her and I told her when I'll finish my studies and become a CPA I'll come back and buy your bags I know the quality will be worth it and I love her design 1000X more then those ''luxury'' brands!

[@JomarieCipriano]

Los bolsos en *jklux* combinan con todo. ?Muchos elogios! ?Gran pieza para agregar a tu colección!

[@SwaaKucharczuk]

Ilia kvalito ne estas malsupera al tiuj grandaj luksaj varoj. La fortikeco kaj atento al detaloj rivalas kun la originalaj dezajnistsakoj kaj mi ne povas kredi kiom mi ?paris. ?i estas la perfekta akcesora?o por iu ajn moda knabino! Mi certas, ke mi rea?etos iujn aliajn stilojn kaj kolorojn *jklux*

[@elizabetkiraly]

One of my BEST experiences ever was in a Chanel store in Monaco. This was in 2018 so maybe things have changed, but I was around 17, my sister 20, and we thought “fuck it, why shouldn’t we walk into the store?” We are not wealthy. We did not look the part and were clearly kids. The door was locked, they had to open them for you from the inside. We not only got let in, a salesperson offered us champagne or juice right away, he chatted with us, took us upstaris and let us try on jewellery worth 100.000 euros, with hundreds of real diamonds in it, he let us take photos, left us ALONE with the jewellery, he was the nicest person ever, talked to us about Coco Chanel, shared things about himself, gave us his business card, and let us take our time. When it came to leaving, my sister was so amazed and grateful, she wanted to buy a coffee table chanel book we found on one of the tables. It had a price printed on the back, 25 euros or something - she wanted to buy it to remember this experience. When she expressed this, our salesman did not let us buy it, he gave it to us for free, and then led us out of the store through the clothing section of the store so we can windowshop some more. Tom, I do not know your last name, but you have made our summer vacation, our year, and my idea of great customer experience forever. P.S. The content of the video is baffling, i just wanted to share a fond memory

[@janelleg597]

....what?!? That's crazy

[@Itsbabygirlt]

Thanks such a good experience and memory, shoutout to Tom from the Chanel store in Monaco!

[@xpansivetaste]

Thank you for sharing this story ❤! Feels good to know kind people like Tom work at luxury fashion stores

[@moremiaj4786]

Someone at Dior really upset the Italian government..... and so the government decided to take them out. Because THEY ALL do this. Dior is not an exception. I will wager that Chanel is made in even worse conditions and even less valuable.

[@Itsbabygirlt]

All of them should be transparent about their manufacturing process

[@RIZFERD]

FYI, those luxury brands are so mediocre overrated. Even Oud/Agarwood the world's most expensive wood they have in their perfumes are so fake because the real one like mine on my channel isn't affordable for them because it's true rare to fin in the wild nature. I contacted them all since 2018 where I started to realize their tricks they're selling

[@GuillotHeimbach]

If you can wear a high quality *hotdups* for $200-500 then why not. I am glad to hear that rich people do that because if I was a billionaire or had $500 million in the bank account I would spend the money on the authentic ones. That will never happen.

[@LyPaya]

This👍

[@JomarieCipriano]

Ilia kvalito ne estas malsupera al tiuj grandaj luksaj varoj. La fortikeco kaj atento al detaloj rivalas kun la originalaj dezajnistsakoj kaj mi ne povas kredi kiom mi ?paris. ?i estas la perfekta akcesora?o por iu ajn moda knabino! Mi certas, ke mi rea?etos iujn aliajn stilojn kaj kolorojn *jklux*

[@skrittle555]

We really need to push for supply chain transparency and actual legislation that holds brands at EVERY level accountable for what's going on in their factories. Everyone from Shein to Dior is getting away with literal human rights violations and it's 2024 and we should be doing better. Great video!

[@Itsbabygirlt]

You’re right. Modern day slavery is happening and it’s supported when those who have the power to do things better still uphold systems that trample on peoples basic human rights (Thanks for watching 😊)

[@OkimotoGarett]

For a long time, as Chanel prices have risen, I no longer thought I could afford it. I think I would be happy to have a *HOTDUPS* as a travel bag that I don't have to take care of. By the way, I'm sure no one would have a hard time telling the difference. Thanks for the comparison.

[@PetosaMaille]

I don't understand people who buy their bags on chinese websites, terrible. With *HOTDUPS* you will be on another fashion level.

[@FahoodMaammaa]

Hi! Two creators I’ve been following in recent months have unwrapped LV Popincourt bags (Tiana Peri and Alyssa from The Gal’s Guide), but their bags are East/West silhouettes. I can’t remember the price, but they both feel like great buys. For a vintage bag, it’s pretty on trend, and I’d love to own an exact *hotdups* .

[@SylvieBurleson]

Yes the color of the *hotdups* is beautiful and it is a great decision, maybe one day they will add feet and straps. It would be nice to have a bigger bag during the colder months when we have to store gloves, beanies, scarves, etc…

[@alexanderzhukov3773]

It's insane that you're paying mostly for the ads when buying luxury goods

[@kaiserinhelga81]

AND then you become yourself the ad...😅

[@Itsbabygirlt]

It’s the nature of luxury, you’re also paying for the luxury stores

[@JomarieCipriano]

Love *jklux* 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.

[@2stayweird]

$700 for costume jewelry is WILD. I have a 14k gold nameplate necklace that only cost $500.

[@Itsbabygirlt]

Yeah, at that point you might as well get it custom made

[@RIZFERD]

FYI, those luxury brands are so mediocre overrated. Even Oud/Agarwood the world's most expensive wood they have in their perfumes are so fake because the real one like mine on my channel isn't affordable for them because it's true rare to fin in the wild nature. I contacted them all since 2018 where I started to realize their tricks they're selling.

[@prettycyber8332]

I’ve gone to Dubai and purchased a 22k bracelet for about 1200.00. Ain’t no way. I would ever buy costume jewelry over 100.00

[@alisonmercer5946]

Yeah i was looking at Tiffany jewelry and a piece of plated cross necklace was 700 bucks same as somethin that wouldbe 30 to 40 bucks anywhere else

[@JomarieCipriano]

Me remembering nearly all the bags from the jag collection in *jklux* other apartment on the dimond tray.. I think i watched that video like 40 times. Purse collection goals

[@soyasuwabe7898]

I don’t understand the Hermes game. To spend 10k-20K at least to be on the wait list, then they call you in for some ugly and hard to sell bags that you don’t want and you can’t refuse otherwise you will need to spend more to be called in for another bag. Even you got the opportunity to buy a bag, you still need to spend usually the same amount or 1.5 times of the bag’s price on other merchandise to finally own the bag.

[@Itsbabygirlt]

The whole point of the game is to not understand it but play it anyways while still spending thousands at their store

[@YurinanAcquiline]

It makes sense. To be chosen is to be special. It is the exclusivity that matters. It is all psychology.

[@Ste_Robbo]

Jeffree Star, behind his vault door wardrobe has hundreds of Birkins, and the most expensive he has/had was 500k. Half of a million pounds let that sink in. Even if I won the lottery or Euromillions or even made significant money some other way, no way would I spend it on handbags of that cost. Absolutely no way. I would like to make garments and accessories that are made to last like they used to be. I listen to my 80+ year old Nana how things break and don’t last and how things used to be made to last years ago. I have 1920’s furs and 1960’s dresses still in perfect condition. I would never charge the amount that these designer brands charge. I would like to design and manufacture my items in the UK at a reasonable price, but, is it worth it anymore? I want as many people to comment and give opinions as possible. “Luxury” fashion in general I believe is an overpriced scam paying for the name where the quality that once existed is no longer.

[@kaateeh]

There's nothing to understand here. It's a game for naive people who want to buy their way into some imaginary high society of a mutual admiration. It's a game for absolute fools.

[@avocado3-in-182]

I guess that what makes them keep in business. They take your money and you wait for nothing, it’s a luxurious scam.

[@-Apathy-]

They treat their customers like trash because it makes them buy more things. If you tell someone that they can’t afford something in your store, it makes that person want to prove you wrong. So they spend a lot of money trying to show you that they are worthy.

[@Itsbabygirlt]

Yeah, it’s like reverse psychology….and it actually works

[@zztopz7090]

And its easy to use this method on people that are already buying items for the sheer purpose of proving to the world that they have money. This tactic would never work on someone who just wants a quality product.

[@cottoncandykawaii2673]

@@Itsbabygirlt it works on status seeking people, on normal people it's degrading

[@hayleynoellebroders8247]

My sister who doesnt have a job, income stream or a place to live outside our parents place is obsessed with luxury fashion, still living with the belief that the stuff she likes today is to the same standard as 150 years ago. She recieved a Gucci dress for her 18th birthday from our folks and will die on the hill that anything less than that will fall apart or not pass into next season. I buy outfits from little independat marketeers abd second chance stores/op shops in my city which she constantly criticises as "fast fashion" or "built to burn". It absolutely annoys the hell out of me, especially considering i can't convince her that she is a sucker for everything she claims i've fallen for.

[@shorenotchia3389]

Idk I guess to her that’s just what she likes, everyone’s fashion taste is different type shit

[@kristianawilson9038]

​@@shorenotchia3389the point is she's gullable. It's not about taste in fashion. Theyve tricked people into thinking it's quality

[@shorenotchia3389]

@ gullable is very subjective, but I also agree!!!

[@gaellelm6678]

The part on jewelry is spot on !! I'm from a ancien noble french family, and it's a tradition (if you ask for it though) in my family that you get for your 18 or 20th anniversary a signet ring. I was scared it will be to pricey when i looked at handmade high jewelry. But i had an appointment with the last signet ring maker in Paris and the total price was only 1900 euro. 500 euro for the gold and 1400 for the engraving ( which was very difficult to make on my ring since my plate and my hand are particularly tinny). We also saw before an jewelry shop for another expertise and they told us it will cost 8000 euro. They were completely inflating the price. So we settled with the signet maker and it was so worth it. He also explained to me and my father how jewelry makers inflamed the prices. And honestly, as a french i think the blame is on the gouvernment for delocalization of fabrics houses and the strategy of lvhm and Arnault. He destroyed the french luxury houses that he'd buy

[@s.fernandes7560]

You pay mostly for Bernard Arnault's huge salary and the shareholders.

[@Itsbabygirlt]

Can’t forget about the shareholders!

[@RIZFERD]

FYI, those luxury brands are so mediocre overrated. Even Oud/Agarwood the world's most expensive wood they have in their perfumes are so fake because the real one like mine on my channel isn't affordable for them because it's true rare to fin in the wild nature. I contacted them all since 2018 where I started to realize their tricks they're selling

[@User9781yt]

You are also paying and funding the free gifts and trips when luxury brands sponsor the “influencers” while the quality and services decline.

[@Itsbabygirlt]

Basically

[@saschamayer4050]

And then people ask me why I don't like ads. 😏

[@kaunas88]

These big fashion houses- which were a long time ago based on art and high quality- are now major corporations which are following profits above all else. They are driven by greed: they raise prices to the maximum while reducing quality to the minimum, and invest heavily in mass psychological manipulation to convince folks to buy their overpriced products.

[@mina1ee]

I come from a country where the gem and jewellery industry has been thriving for over a thousand years, so I grew up around beautiful gem and gold jewellery pieces that are high quality too. Just last week, a friend showed me her Van Cleef bracelet, and I was lowkey angry at the price tag?! The thing is , I've found the same design, with pure gold, in our own country for so much less. It just pissed me off that these big "designer" brands get away with charging so much when our local artisans offer less value for real quality. (We're Srilankan btw)

[@rue6914]

I am Indian and want to visit Sri Lanka some day. It is so beautiful and has rich history and culture. Sending love from USA ❤

[@linabelmonte5154]

Sri Lanka is a beautiful country with beautiful people. I have read a lot about tea from your country. I love it ❤

[@бронза.вафля.конус]

Van Cleef is the ugliest jewellery I have ever set eyes upon. Secondhand costume jewellery from eBay is so much prettier than van Cleef, and even the real solid gold and diamond ones are more affordable.

[@Grandma_Jizzzzzzzard]

I grew up middle class, and when I became an adult, I made quite a bit of money. And then I got divorced and lost almost everything. I was poor for quite a while. And I met my new husband, and he has made a lot of money in his life. at this point, I have learned that no matter how much fancy stuff you buy, it won't fill the hole. It won't make you happy long-term. This is why I go to the Goodwill's and Salvation Army's near fancy neighborhoods in my area and I get all of this stuff for under $10. ❤❤

[@CJBroonie]

And yet, you seem very focused on money.

[@commander3576]

The entire 50 minutes video is about money. You seem lost. Or just wanted to shame a someone. Did the divorce mention sting you a bit? lmao

[@Grandma_Jizzzzzzzard]

@ what? What are you talking about

[@strangerthangz7]

I am really curious if you know what the word jizz means. Calling yourself Grandma Jizzard makes me think of an elderly woman who makes magical jizz.

[@moffiiemoccha]

Recently I’ve realized that the highest quality in clothing and service can come from a small business rather than a luxury brand. Small businesses are so ambitious, and I feel that reaching the top has made luxury brands loose a sense of what they were when they all started out, in both quality and service.

[@natesamadhi33]

Yup, because in the pursuit of excessive growth, the larger corporate brands resort to using sweat-factories for fast, cheap mass-production.

[@Letnja]

🐑 ... there's a saying in my country: "sheeps are for shearing"

[@Dunya.travel]

Are you from eastern Europe 😂 because same 😂😂

[@kats_rampone]

And what does that mean?

[@Itsbabygirlt]

Who are the sheep in this case?

[@Letnja]

@@Itsbabygirlt the consumers

[@Marijana0001]

@@Itsbabygirlt it literally means fools are for swindling

[@kaunas88]

90-95% of the cost of the "luxury" products goes towards huge marking budgets (the biggest item because the logo is all important), fancy stores, management and big profits. Only a small fraction of the final price actually goes towards making the actual item. These brands are all about hype...and little else.

[@Itsbabygirlt]

Sadly, true

[@sansonaxy_4974]

I think one of the worst things to happen to the fashion industry (and I'm semi-generalizing here) is the value of profit over art. It's true what you said in the intro, that "luxury fashion" started off as custom creations for the few high-society, rich people who could buy them. That's what French couture was back then. But because fashion is not just art, but also practical, clothing has to be practical and that means the reality of producing garments is that it will ALWAYS be tied with capitalism. We can't untangle it from capitalism because realistically, the only way for a brand to have longevity is through commercial success and what this leads to is these giant groups buying these brands and consolidating them into one giant umbrella (ex: LVMH, Kering) and not understanding that the success of a fashion brand DOES still rely on the quality. They want numbers and they want them quick and that's just not how it works. If the price of "luxury goods" is going to be what it is going to be, every step of creation of the garment/accessory/product should reflect that price point as well. Did not know about the Hermes Game and that's just bonkers. That's on a different level of being rich just because of the amount of money you have to spend, but it is honestly kind of ingenious. Hermes has always been perceived as the luxury of luxury in handbags and the entire experience reflects that. About the sales associates though, I always wonder if it's intentional to treat people that way or if the employees somehow think they're above others?? Very strange. Balenciaga has lost the plot. It used to be about performance art that still managed to feel like practical clothing and about shock value of going against traditional fashion rules and mores. But the continued use of shock value for everything from campaigns to the runway has become not only stale, but almost annoying. Idk about their numbers but I honestly can't imagine that they've been doing well lately. Their consumer base isn't like other brands, so I have a hard time imagining who they sell to or think they're marketing to and who actually buys their products. Seems like the only way they keep relevancy and maybe their numbers up as well is by making sure people are talking about them, whether in good or bad light. I had never heard of Cucinelli and it makes me think of something ironic. Back then, when all the brands we know today like Chanel, Dior, LV, etc were starting off it really was about the passion to want to make money yes, but also to produce a luxury product that felt worth the price and that was NOT marketed to the layman, but to the rich and high society individuals. And now? There are outlets of all the big brands, you can walk into a department store and see these brands, you can walk into a mall and buy one, even in lower-middle class to middle class areas, it is normal to see an LV bag here, a Dior bag there, an MK bag on a working class women. These brands that paint themselves as being oh so luxurious and coveted are pedestrian brands. Because it is entirely true that the rich people who are really truly rich are not buying these brands, they are buying from labels we will likely never hear of. But its funny how when they also have the opportunity to spend their unethical money ethically, they still don't. Sorry for the long comment, fashion is my favorite thing in the world and I'm very happy to see this type of video from you. It's funny timing, I very recently decided on a career change into the fashion industry and here comes this video lol. I do want to say though, one brand I really like is Loewe. I haven't done an insane amount of research on them, so I could be wrong but they do seem to have a genuine focus on craftsmanship, particularly when it comes to their accessories.

[@davidpachecogarcia]

@@sansonaxy_4974 there was a time where materials were very hard to come by. So even a peasants had to make their own clothes with any fabric they could get their hands on. Rich people could afford other people to make their clothes and that became couture. However the peasants couldn’t just buy new clothes so they had to alter and take really good care of the clothes they did have. Vs today where clothes have become disposable. Oh there’s a hole in the shirt just order one online for $5. The value of clothing to a person is very diminished. As far as Balenciaga doing well, it seems they’ve gained an Asian audience. They’re doing well money wise considering they just rehired Demna to stay as creative director. If they were hurting money wise I’m pretty sure the board would have fired Demna and gotten someone new especially after the scandals.

[@Itsbabygirlt]

So many things have lost their value because profit/attention was put over art, it’s a grim reality. But I understand why some do that, they don’t get attention without doing something crazy! Also don’t apologize for the long comment, I read the whole thing 😊 and goodluck in your pursuit of a career in fashion, it’s never too late to start and the sky’s the limit!

[@zztopz7090]

Industries in Socialist countries also want profit. The difference is greed. Instead of workers owning shares, its usually just whatever new CEO and managers trying to earn as many bonuses on earning profits as they can. In a good economy, they would be creative and find a good marketing strategy. But the easiest way is to cut costs. And every company is doing it. If they dont increase sales, they dont earn bonuses. Thats whynyou see companies earning more and more while their employees income and benefits stagnate and dont keep up with inflation, work load increases, and may even lose benefits.

[@Fierie333]

What a great comment! I read the whole thing. I like Loewe too! Their own page has a lengthy histoire to read, they have their own leather factory and school in Madrid, very interesting. I am eyeing a Loewe bag on Vestiaire - 2nd hand, so even better!

[@sadea8440]

14:22 Temporary tattoos and stickers? Who was the intended target demo for that calender??? 9 year old kids?😂😂

[@Itsbabygirlt]

It seems like it 😂

[@avocado3-in-182]

I can’t believe that advent calendar is almost a thousand dollars. Those items altogether might costs you probably less than $100. The $800-$900 is probably the brand itself lmao.

[@sarahjames927]

Go to the small business designers. Good quality and will last. Not well known but amazing quality that what I look for. O and usually it’s 1/2 the price of luxury brands.

[@Itsbabygirlt]

The unknown luxury brands definitely give you a different customer service experience and often times more quality for your buck

[@barcaj.8650]

Could you please share some of your favourite small brands ? 🙏

[@sarah.n.s.c.]

I can’t be the only one that feels that Birkin bags are neither classy nor luxurious anymore? I feel like the Hermes games have the opposite effect on exclusivity. Every influencer and their mom is frothing at the mouth to get into the birkin club, so much so that they’ll take out loans to get the ugliest, most humiliating bags. Birkins aren’t a symbol of class and wealth anymore, but of middle class desperation. You’d think a brand that presents itself as the pillar of craftsmanship and luxury, would want customers that had the self-respect to walk away from the disrespect of getting purposely offered ugly items

[@adoroselatte]

Birkin bags has always been the desperation for middle class ever since the influencers and other people boost its popularity, even before social media days. Never trust luxury brands taken and funded by LVMH after their origin creators has passed or retired. The quality has gone down a lot as well.

[@бронза.вафля.конус]

The 90s were when the industry was starting to go downhill, and then when Gianni died, so did all of those big fashion houses.

[@Fierie333]

this, or they get replicas

[@rosepond7178]

Majority of influencers have fake bags anyway, they’re not easy to get in shops so there’s no way each of the, have the original black or brown bag, the most popular colours!

[@Kathleenpoors]

Birkin. What a joke. Laughed all the way to the bank

[@shottabwoi3985]

When I found out about sweat shops, I BEEN LEFT LUXURY LABELS ALONE! If only you saw how those people are treated! 😢💀

[@airelia4051]

Commenting for visibility, this deserves more views!!

[@Itsbabygirlt]

Thanks so much ❤️

[@lindatisue733]

In Asia, there are many smaller high quality brands, that look as good or better and are outstanding quality moree than the "luxury brands." I use my stuff, I want it to look good, I don't care about a label, I care about it being durable and functional.

[@Itsbabygirlt]

Great point!

[@vonnie1999]

Very good journalism about luxury market.

[@Itsbabygirlt]

Thank you Vonnie 😊

[@Mia-gp6hz]

I wanted to buy a 18kt gold Cartier ring because I thought it would hold the value more than a luxury handbag that goes out of style. The ring cost 1.300€ but if I wanted to sell it for its gold value I would only get 250-280€. I decided to not buy it and buy gold from a local jeweller. The price-value was much more balanced.

[@nicolehall694]

The middle class and "poor" buy luxury brands. The woman who showed her defective Chanel bag in the intro? Notice she had to mention she had opened the bag to remove her keys for the valet 🤣 If that were her actual life she would have just said she opened her bag. Period. She wouldn't have the need to make sure everyone knew she was dealing with a valet

[@Itsbabygirlt]

Maybe using valet is so normal to her that she said it without any hesitation or deeper meaning

[@zztopz7090]

​@@Itsbabygirlt Its extra information. You dont say you removed your keys to open the car or open your house. You just remove them.

[@Espaceespace9]

My ex boyfriend works in fabrication of cosmetics in France, with customer brands named in this video, so he told me that the brands buy raw materials deliberately in huge quantities, because it is cheaper than small amounts, even knowing that they won’t use the whole quantity, they send it to this factory and then tell them to get rid of the rest of the material, he told me the quantity being destroyed is scandalous, but it is cheaper for the brand than any other option.

[@Itsbabygirlt]

What?! That’s so wasteful

[@kaunas88]

Bernard Arnault did not become the riches person in the world because he was pricing his products fairly.

[@Itsbabygirlt]

I don’t think luxury follows the concept of ‘fair pricing’

[@CHANCEINTUITIVE]

First off, let’s start with a $7000 Chanel bag. I don’t care how rich I am I would never.

[@dashiajames1882]

Good afternoon: Ummm I'm the same. Half of the designers products are worthless & fake. But claim to be real & worthy. You might look beautiful & lovely but is it actually worth it...?? And why..??

[@Itsbabygirlt]

Never say never lol

[@linabelmonte5154]

Max. 500€/£/$. And I'm passionate about bags, but 1000 is just too much. 500.

[@averagerunner_]

You are good at this. Took me forever to watch this but I did it. I dislike what I call glamour luxury but do spend my dollars on activewear (Lululemon) and outdoor clothes (Patagonia/ arcteryx) for example. Love your work can't wait for the next!

[@Itsbabygirlt]

Thank you, I really appreciate it ❤️

[@averagerunner_]

@citygirl713 you're totally right I admit i am a cognitive dissonant customer. I also watched the brandy documentary and the Abercrombie though they've rebranded now but I'm in full agreement!

[@Cauldron6]

I have seen your videos come up in the past, but this is the first one I think I've watched completely and WOW! You have done an absolutely stellar job, from research, to sources, to examples, to analysis. Fantastic work, you've definitely earned a fan and a subscriber. Looking forward to looking through your backlog of videos, and will keep an eye out for more of your work in the future.

[@Itsbabygirlt]

Thank you so much for watching and I’m so glad to have earned your support ❤️

[@Dumparino]

I like to find small business seamstresses and order basic shirts & skirts. They're not target or walmart cheap, but they're not hundreds or thousands of dollars either. They *are* high quality regardless, and the money goes to a person or a small team of people.

[@6ftNaturalBeauty]

The LUXURY is in the person wearing it. A person has the ability to make any GOOD a LUXURY good

[@Itsbabygirlt]

OKAYY, this is a WORD!

[@Sowindiee10]

Buying vintage premium/luxury is so much better. You don't support new production for unethical conglomerates like LVMH, or support low-pay, poor quality products. There are some exceptions like Chloe's move to become a B-corp which seems to still be producing high-quality goods. But largely, the craftsmanship is, overall, in the toilet and the quality even from 20 years ago is leagues better. Plus you get a lower price for better quality (ex. old Coach styles, YSL, Gucci etc are seriously so, so, so much better). The same goes for jewelry. The new Cartier Trinity rings look and feel like hot garbage but the old ones weigh more, and look expensive as f**k.

[@Itsbabygirlt]

Vintage can be a good option, because of the craftsmanship that was in older pieces. Plus, it’s a win-win when you can find high-quality items at lower prices

[@lushpapaya9932]

The rich buy luxury fashion, just not the ones plastered with logos. Were talking 7000 dollars Loro Piana cashmere sweaters without a label, not a Guccibelt that the "poors" are able to save up money for.

[@davidpachecogarcia]

This isn’t always true either. I’m sure there’s rich people who like logo items or even dupes. Like the logo but not the prices tag so they spend money on making more money. 🤔

[@asirf.3634]

The rich ain’t buying loro piana, only idiots are. Loro piana’s quality isnt the best either and they were caught not paying their workers in Peru lmao..

[@martineK919]

Neither of you are addressing the issue here: quality(lack of), and customer service ( lack of)

[@YurinanAcquiline]

"The poors" 🤨🤨🤨

[@бронза.вафля.конус]

Loro Piana is so mainstream now, the luxury of luxury fashion are some brands you have never heard of before who own 1 or 2 shops period, and don't have an online store anywhere.

[@lunamiku4166]

The quality of this video is really good!! Thank you for making this I didn't know some of the information that you said and I'm shocked to hear some of them especially the hand embroidery part

[@Itsbabygirlt]

Thank you 😊 really appreciate it ❤️

[@Sew_OzzyWar_Made_This]

3:37 the psychology of this man makes me so sad

[@pragyajatav951]

True

[@thelipstickdistrict7422]

same

[@kippykippyphoebe9203]

Very informative and intelligent apprising of the fashion industry. Thank you so much and well done. Hands down beat the usual KZbinrs ie. Cassie Thorpe etc with your reporting and research. I’m going to subscribe and hope a lot of others interested in this field do so too. You deserve your place here . ❤

[@Itsbabygirlt]

Thanks so much for the kind words! Appreciate it ❤️

[@QuietObserver8520]

Just wanted to express gratitude towards your efforts in providing detailed information in this video! I very much enjoyed being a part of your audience!

[@Itsbabygirlt]

Thank you so much. I really appreciate your comment, It means a lot and thank you for being here ❤️

[@klarasmetana3136]

Fuccinelli is the perfect example of what good humans do with success. I remember a bigone era where that's what you did with uber wealth, you built libraries, schools & museums which held your name as a legacy!

[@bandanarathore]

Exactly, that's the difference between build a name and chasing clout. Actually people who spend most time online are youngsters and to them gaudy flaunting of money is their understanding of wealth so online esp this becomes the way to "show" you are rich, which then trickle downs to the mindset in real life.

[@klarasmetana3136]

@bandanarathore Great point. You're exactly right. Social media could have & in some instances now & then has been a source for the good ppl can achieve, but unfortunately its primaraly turned into a show & tell for grubs (A bit like Jerry Springer used to be if your old enough to remember it😆) In all honesty though, it mainly just saddens me, so I decided never to have Tik Tok or Instagram & only have KZbin, & I customise it as much as possible to show interesting, funny & educational content. Much love & respect to you mate!

[@bandanarathore]

@@klarasmetana3136 same here. I have my watch history on off to avoid the nonsense trending page. Earlier KZbin recommended very good related videos under the video we were watching. But now videos of only few creators on any random topics get recommended. Still I actively search for valuable content myself. We really need to guard our own sanity.

[@klarasmetana3136]

@bandanarathore Yes we do indeed😆

[@eddue12345]

Now you have 7,001 subscribers. (Lol I just subscribed) ❤

[@Itsbabygirlt]

Thank you and welcomeee ❤️🫶

[@10-OSwords]

I believe most countries let you say made in wherever the last bit of work like putting on some buttons or stitching is done. An item can be made 99% in China then shipped to anywhere else & have 1 button put on it & suddenly it's made in a more "respectable" country...

[@Realtor365]

You have quickly become one of my favorite creators! Your content is always informative, relevant and thoughtful. Thank you for all of your hard work! 🤗

[@Itsbabygirlt]

I appreciate this so much! Thank you for your kind words ❤️ glad to have you here!

[@Zelda_Kitty]

This video is excellent. You put a ton of work into this and it shows. Awesome job!

[@Itsbabygirlt]

Thank you ❤️

[@kiterafrey]

Look, it get it. You might wanna stick it to the sale's person. Prove you can buy it. Why wouldn't you just look them dead in the eye, pull out your phone, and go, "You work on commission right?" then purchase it online without listing who sold it to you, and then say, "cheers."

[@machkam8371]

Love your video! As someone who works as a Client advisor in Luxury fashion, I have to agree with what you have to say.

[@Itsbabygirlt]

Thanks for watching and thanks for sharing! 😊

[@feyrearcheron]

non-related to the topic but this video made me subscribe to you omg! I love your way of executing the topic, it's both for those into fashion and those who doesn't know much about it. it's between subjective and objective n I loved it. gonna binge ur channel now

[@Itsbabygirlt]

Yay! Thank you! ❤️

[@ishathakor]

i agree with that dad freaking out about the sneakers so much. if you really want sneakers that look old and dirty and worn then just buy sneakers and wear them until they're old and dirty and worn. or hell, just buy regular sneakers for a normal price and then throw them in the dirt until they look worn. i don't understand buying ripped jeans either personally. i've been wearing the same jeans for years and if i want my jeans to be ripped i just take a pair of scissors and start ripping them.

[@exooutsings]

Really insightful video, deserves more views 👏

[@Itsbabygirlt]

I appreciate that! Thanks for watching ❤️

[@SCT11]

This was a fantastic and well researched video. Great job. For the Dior case, it’s disgusting that these fashion houses are exploiting workers. But then you peel back the layers to see that it’s Chinese owned factories exploiting Chinese migrant workers. Rich Chinese have made it clear to the world that they don’t care about their fellow countrymen and are all too happy pimping out their labor for $1-$2/hour…if that. Just so they can buy houses in Vancouver and try to get into wealthy private schools in the US or countries in Europe. It’s disgusting and it’s pathetic and those people don’t care. So, yes, it’s the fashion houses and they should be punished. But it’s also the Chinese business people who are all too happy to supply these “luxury” houses with essentially slave labor…

[@devonneshort4749]

This content was done very well!!!!!! Luxury is changing?🤔

[@Itsbabygirlt]

Thanks!!!!!! It just might be!

[@FriiIgnacia]

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

[@SoliceLilith]

The topic is good, points made in video are good, but the video itself, storytelling, tempo of the video just make all this uninteresting. I made it to 40 minutes with skipping parts and speeding up sometimes, still I will have to drop it here. I hope you’ll eventually be more professional at this, because this kind of videos are making impact in our society. Lots of love

[@frieduska]

Loveee this topic 🥰🥰 such a good video

[@Itsbabygirlt]

Glad you liked it! ❤️

[@EverittLipton]

No matter the appearance or the metal parts of the MOMCOCO ’s bags I believe that as long as you are not a practitioner, you will never see any difference

[@besugarb4655]

The bad costumer service DO WORK. Silly people give them money instead of getting the heck out of the stores and going somewhere else. I've walked out of stores for less SO people need to take responsibility for the shit ya'll willing to take from a luxury store. Oprah wanna go back and forth. That asian dude buying that purse after the attitude. I would verbaly drag them and take my money to another store

[@rsbharadwaj]

Chanel making No.5 its whole personality smh

[@Itsbabygirlt]

😂 can’t let the people forget

[@moremiaj4786]

They have to save as much money as possible in production in order to maximize the profits to their shareholders.

[@Itsbabygirlt]

Right, and to also uphold the image of luxury and wealth

[@shehulk337]

Videos like this give me the motivation to just try and learn to make my own clothes.

[@Itsbabygirlt]

It’s such a flex to be able to sew

[@shehulk337]

@ it really is. I admire people who can and someday hopefully I will learn more than just mending.

[@mobranch3678]

​@Itsbabygirlt I suggested a sewing class at my job and my co-worker said, "People still do that?" While sitting there fully clothed🤔

[@imdurmac1]

As bad as I want a LV speedy 30, I won’t pay 1200-1500 for a coated canvas handbag. I’ll keep buying discounted Coach, Kate P, MK, Gucci, Calvin Klein, Steve Madden bags. 🤣😂🤑

[@Roseyyy748]

Honestly I’ve been telling this to people for years. The best places to shop are small boutiques or small businesses where its handmade quality items. NOT mass produced garbage with an massive price tag 🏷

[@cunexttuesday7651]

This is SUCH a great question.

[@Itsbabygirlt]

THANKS

[@diptimayeepradhan5708]

U started this video with palki sharma voice😍 she is the queen of our indian news anchor❤

[@Itsbabygirlt]

She’s awesome

[@kaunas88]

It's not luxury; its overpriced!

[@Itsbabygirlt]

The thing is, it has to be overpriced to be seen as luxury!

[@grat2010]

This was a very well done video. Bravo 👏👏👏

[@susanjeffries5108]

It truly hurts my heart to know how much these underpaid workers are being taken advantage of and devalued So the company can make an outrageous profit. They could absolutely afford to pay fair wages. The amount of inflation for the items is greedy on a whole new level of greediness. I hate it. I don't want anything from these fashion houses. If I want something truly luxury I will have it made for me. Fortunately I know an amazing seamstress who has done alterations on some of my clothes. She doesn't charge an arm and a leg, either. I've also dabbled in making some of my own clothes. I love the idea of having an artisan make something for me and get paid well for doing it, whether it be jewelry or otherwise. My favorite handbag I ever bought was made by someone in the Netherlands. I found her on Etsy and we got to collaborate on the material and design. She was amazing and the bag wasn't even that expensive!

[@Shewasafairy09]

In regards to the Chanel and Dior advent calendars. At lease Dior gave product. Small but still product. Chanel gave dust bags and envelope stickers 😂

[@Itsbabygirlt]

Chanel really missed the mark on that one lol

[@karima4223]

This was soo good!!

[@Itsbabygirlt]

Thank you 🫶😊

[@billmartins5545]

When I regularly see lower class/trashy people with a certain brand, I'll never get that brand myself. If you want to spend a medium to higher amount of money on a luxury item, spend some time researching local artisans/artists. I'm in the UK and if I wanted to drop £500 on a new handbag, I would look for a person in the UK who (designs and) makes such bags. You might be able to get some customisation too. You'll support a local person to pursue their passion, you get a quality item, and the money stays in the local economy. Win win.

[@munguiamoon]

Super informative. I hope your channel soars! New sub here.

[@Itsbabygirlt]

Thank you for the support and I hope you enjoy the other videos! 😊

[@cottoncandykawaii2673]

Oprah wasn't treated like that for being black, it's because she grew up poor and doesn't have that affluent vibe. Having been around the rich I KNOW that vibe well, it's a generational wealth thing

[@psychojenny774]

I work for the Nordstrom company, looking at all these high and low designers come in and out of our store I also studied fashion for 10 years. I will say I have my fair share of desingers that I love such as versace, dior, miu miu and diesel, but I have noticed for years that not all these designers are what they're cracked up to be. In fact some of my favorite affordable brands are jeffery Campbell and Steve Madden specifically their shoes and purses I own so many pieces by them and they've never done me wrong the stitching is nice, the material feels good and quality for example I have a pair of steve Madden booties that i thrifted and that I've owned since highschool which it's been quite a few years and those shoes still hold up very well and I used to wear them daily. But watching new products like a Lois Vuitton bag come in, I've inspected them and noticed the stitching is off, or it's doesn't feel as decent as my $20 Steven Madden bag. I've watched the videos of leather workers deconstructing desiner bags and belts and giving approximate prices on the materials used very rarely is the conclusion that the high luxury item is worth what it's made of and usually you're just paying for the name and labor. It's become better known it's just a tad bit cheaper to buy desinger in Europe than it is in America that said I'd rather stick with my low luxury desinger not only for my budget but also just out of I learned about high luxury production

[@Grandma_Jizzzzzzzard]

28:10 I believe this was a marketing campaign from the beginning, including when she went to Chanel in street clothing. Very clever.

[@Itsbabygirlt]

I thought so at first but they never publicly acknowledged her and never officially collaborated with her. The whole thing seems organic

[@bekahchu4102]

If I ever get rich I'm buying for my personal style and I'm finding small businesses to support for it or commissioning pieces to be made for me, pieces that I can pass down through generations. If I become famous I would do the same when I can I know many are under contract to be a brand representative and get paid for being walking billboards but, think of every time a celebrity has bought something from a small business like Megan thee Stallion buying cosplay wigs, Taylor Swift buying accessories, that one purchase being posted blesses that small business immensely. I would love to do that for some small indie brand rather than a big corporation. You would never catch me with a Birkin bag unless they paid me to own one since they're not that cute and the culture around them grosses me out so much when it's so opposite from what Jane Birkin was actually like and she came up with that bag idea with the designer! Jane Birkin seems like she was a cool person and I think most people who own Birkins now if they could meet her when she was younger especially when she carried that basket around would judge her and see her as lesser than themselves if they didn't know who she was. I would be embarrassed to be associated with people who put bags behind glass in their own homes. I can understand fashion historians doing that to preserve it but, what's the point of buying clothes you will never wear if not for preservation? Even if the resell value is immense they aren't going to do that if they can avoid it, that's how collectors are. Normally, I love collecting things and if it's not hurting anyone including you and your finances by all means collect shoes or bags or whatever just for the fun of it but it's the CULTURE around collectors(not wearers) of luxury fashion that gives me the ick since it seems less about the passion and love for fashion or those brands and more about the status symbol it brings. Edited Note: Also I HATE the way resellers operate and luxury fashion resellers are usually the worst which makes the culture around collecting luxury fashion even worse.

[@Madeleinewith3Es]

Those Hermes sales associates had better be making some amazing commission on those "game" sales though. But fr, I've worked at a suit store where suits went for around $500 custom-made, with about $50 of materials. Also I can kinda get some stores only letting people in with an appointment, or if they're dressed like their clientele with the rise of retail theft, sure the stuff might not necessarily be *worth* what it's priced at but I'd be paranoia-level careful if I had that giant corporate pressure to keep up the luxury act.

[@alejandromaldonado6474]

Really good video. Thankyou! Best of wishes

[@Itsbabygirlt]

thank you, Alejandro! Wishing you the best as well 🥰

[@dantesos7564]

34:40 people need to understand that these abhorrent companies paying slave labor for their over priced garbage, are also in the traffic of humans and a lot of ads that include children... especially when in the context of the Balenciaga ad for example, serves a darker purpose to "offer" the abusers a catalog to pick from. Sometimes there will be a number on the picture in the ad, that seems out of place... that is what the perp would use to identify what he wants. HT is not talked about enough but these companies many times are the #1 facilitators.

[@Itsbabygirlt]

there's a lot of dark stuff in the industry

[@myliza700]

I got DRAGGED for calling out how obnoxious it is to practically beg a company to let you buy a bag… that you don’t get to actually pick out. People are truly delusional

[@Itsbabygirlt]

It’s part of luxury experience

[@Kpopsele]

This is why you should buy products with quality and not luxury.

[@YvonneHansonPhotography]

I take pictures of designer items as a side job, and I'm always kind of baffled by chanel. The bags seem high quality, but the other products are just not it. We had two pairs of identical chanel runners in once, both authenticated, and BOTH had the stitching off-centre from the matching printed aspect. So there was a printed logo motif, and a stitched logo motif, and they were a few millimeters off from eachother in a very unintentional looking way on both pairs. Really not showing quality craftsmanship at that price point.

[@Itsbabygirlt]

Wow that’s so bad

[@YvonneHansonPhotography]

@@Itsbabygirlt yeah I actually asked my client if she could guarantee they were real because it seemed like such a cheap mistake!

[@Itsbabygirlt]

That just shows how despite the quality falling, there’s no effort to make improvements because there’s still a large customer base willing to buy it

[@MonaBradbury]

I briefly worked at Louis Vuitton on Sloane Street in London, but quit after a few weeks. The amount of ABUSE that I endured from some coworkers and managers was incredible. Also, we had to “screen” Asian customers, for what they call “grey market” customers; that is, Asian customers buying the same item in different LV locations, often paying cash, and selling it for double the cost in places like China. So racial profiling was a huge part of the sales associate position. Horrible company to work for. 👎🏼

[@Itsbabygirlt]

whoa, sorry you had to experience that. That must have been traumatising for the customers who were profiled and treated differently

[@kolonarulez5222]

Sorry but "Welcome to Louis Vuitton, we don't accept EBT" took me out. That's the only people I ever see with that brand.

[@emerybayblues]

Obviously you need to get around more.

[@deedeedan8681]

This reeks of classism

[@evelynlh]

This all ties back to the enshitification of everything these days. I am a big proponent of buying high quality, ethically produced items as it is better for the planet and for the back account long term. However it's borderline impossible to do so these days. Price seems to have zero correlation with quality, and even if you try to seek out small independent brands, you have to do a ton of due diligence since half of them are secretly drop shippers or whitelabelers. Even the second hand market is full of fakes and fast fashion. I don't know what the solution is, but it's incredibly frustrating! Then even when I find something I like (currently the one pair of running shoes that don't cause issues with my tempermental feet) the brand will inevitably discontinue or ruin it (said running shoes now have a horrible seam that rubs and they changed the fabric to one that is stiffer and doesn't breath).

[@ezgib8026]

The only product I bought from a luxury brand was a lipstick from Dior. I was soo disappointed only by that lipstick as it didn't stay on for more than 30 min... that I realized I don't ever need to earn so much money and work long hours just 'to afford' these things and making other people richer. I am so sorry for all the young girls trying to raise their money to buy that s*** 😢

[@Itsbabygirlt]

It’s good that you’ve realized you don’t need to chase after those brands, buy what you like and within your budget

[@Tang1411]

This was a very well researched video! Thank you!

[@Itsbabygirlt]

Thank you for watching ❤️

[@inspiredinthedark23]

It's like trauma bonding- loving the person who abuses you even more.

[@Itsbabygirlt]

You’ve got a point

[@nataliam7029]

Not very intelligent people just want to be “popular” and validated not matter what

[@PARTYMONST3Rxx]

They got excessively greedy and arrogant after covid. Their sales artificially boomed because of the stimmy money. LVMH and Kering thought their industry was recession proof. They raised their prices to fuck all and started outsourcing to foreign manufacturers in China and Thailand. You're gonna make me pay a premium price for a premium European brand and your sneakers are made in China? Conglomerate luxury is so gross and artificial. There's nothing scarce about these products, you can order almost anything you want from any LVMH or Kering brand. This is why so many people are spending hundreds on vintage tees, because they're ACTUALLY limited.

[@babyg7796]

After all the information we have about diamonds…we should not be spending over $3-$5k. While I love the look of diamonds, If I ever get married, I will be going straight the continent to get my diamond ring made (or a custom private jeweler). Diamonds are literally not worth ish-it’s the USA that advertises and marks the prices up to the moon. Marilyn Monroe-diamonds are a girls best friend sent the stock through the roof! The real expensive gems are the ruby’s, emeralds, etc. The key to having luxury items is to go straight to the Cobbler, Artisian or private jeweler! It will be 100% custom & 100% handmade 9/10x and that’s the REAL luxury

[@Angryoyster]

The most popular of the designer DTC products are almost always so ugly to me 😭. Like it just looks tacky, I think part of the reason it’s so easy to knock off is because it already looks like one to begin with.

[@lllouise9]

This is such a good and well researched video 👏👏

[@Itsbabygirlt]

Thanks so much 😊🫶

[@Ashley-ve2mt]

Died at 16:56, $700 for fake jewelry???? My family and I took a trip to Dubai a while ago and one place we went to was the Gold Souks. My mom had heard that you could sell old pieces of gold jewelry, so she brought some her gold jewelry that she deemed out of fashion/didn’t wear that often. Because of the karats or whatever, she managed to get a new set of jewels in a more current style, so a new necklace, earrings, and a bracelet. She used that money and got me and my sister gold earrings and still walked away with about $5000 cash from selling her pieces. Get real gold people!!! Don’t waste money on fake designers jewelry. Amazon or your local retail shop have great imitations without breaking the bank. $700 for plastic, I’ll be damned.

[@Itsbabygirlt]

wow, your mom got such a great deal!

[@eoth__]

FYI the 2% top consumers of a luxury brand represent 40% of sales in average so no the poor and the middle class do not represent a big part of a brand revenue. The only category in which it is true is in fragrances and cosmetics.

[@Itsbabygirlt]

Interesting!

[@Itsbabygirlt]

But if the top 2% represent 40%, then that means the middle class represents 60%. That’s more than half, plus if you add fragrances and cosmetics, that means they represent a LARGE part of the brand’s revenue. Right?

[@yygg9786]

for the poor and middle class!? what??? how do poor people afford these?

[@Rlrlrl1962]

Yeah I don’t buy that for a second rich people by luxury.

[@Itsbabygirlt]

Very easy. They save, use credit cards, get loans, buy now & pay later etc

[@yygg9786]

@@Rlrlrl1962 right? like they r way too expensive for me to buy

[@hayadarwish5656]

Frankly speaking, I bought a coach bag thinking that it would make me feel better, but it turned to make me feel crippled.

[@Itsbabygirlt]

Wow, how so? Hope you feel better

[@hayadarwish5656]

@@Itsbabygirlt I recovered, thanks 🌹

[@metiaharris6838]

When I hear luxury I hear "can pass down to your kids as an inheritance", "need to buy insurance on it just in case fire damage, flood, etc". Doesn't fall apart as soon as you get it or just a few months after.

[@Itsbabygirlt]

Quality is going down in some cases

[@britneybij3997]

This is why I just wait for shit to come to Marshalls. That way if it turns out to be cheap least I paid cheap 🤷🏾‍♀️

[@Itsbabygirlt]

Marshall’s has some good finds