r/Luxury

You suddenly get $50k that you can ONLY spend on luxury items — no investing, no saving, no paying bills.

What are you buying first?

Personally, I think I’d split it between a dream watch, a luxury vacation, and something timeless I could keep forever.

Curious to see how everyone here would spend it

Hi everyone, I’m trying to research about wallets as I’m striving to one day launch my own brand of high quality hand made wallets and goods. If possible please answer the poll I made about pricing. Additionally any advice or suggestions would be greatly appreciated. I’m seeking to create a brand that invites creativity and customization, giving complete control to the client. What’s the most you would be willing to spend on a wallet made with high quality materials and tailored specifically to you?

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Hi,

I am trying to find websites to buy luxury items at a cheap price. ChatGPT suggested me alot of links to many websites, and I m kinda confused. Where can I go and find cheap authentic luxury items?

Things that I need are : Valentino bag, gucci dress, and prada shoes. I know I m acting a bit cheap but I m really into these brands.

can anyone help me or suggest me where do I get these things ? resellers, websites? or small shops you guys know? please suggest trustworthy places and dont grill me please.

What do you think of, when you hear the expression 'Culture House'? What services or products would you expect?

I’m doing research for a luxury brand I’m building, but I’m intentionally not naming the brand or product because I don’t want to promote anything or bias the answers. I’m curious about the moment when a product stops feeling merely “expensive” and starts feeling genuinely worth the elevated price. For you personally, what does that? Is it the material quality, weight, craftsmanship, rarity, heritage, service, packaging, repairability, emotional attachment, design restraint, status, or something else? I’m especially interested in specific details. For example: stitching, leather feel, hardware, how it ages, how the brand treats you, how the object feels in hand, whether it can be repaired, whether it feels timeless, etc. Also, what instantly makes something feel fake luxury to you? No wrong answers. I’m looking for honest opinions, not validation.

I used to think spending more on something was just a bad habit but I’m starting to think that is not always true. There are some things where buying the cheaper option over and over ends up costing more in the long run. It breaks, feels outdated quickly, does not work as well or just gets replaced sooner than expected. Then there are higher end items that seem expensive upfront but last longer, hold up better and still feel worth owning years later. I’m not talking about buying expensive things just to show off, more like the stuff where paying more once can actually make sense because it saves hassle, holds some value or just gets used constantly. Would love to hear any suggestions.

Want to surprise my wife with something a bit different for our anniversary instead of the usual jewelry/perfume route.

Lately I’ve been considering a really nice luxury umbrella brand because she’s into elegant everyday accessories and actually uses umbrellas constantly.

I found this luxury umbrella brand while browsing, and it made me wonder - are high-end umbrellas actually considered a good luxury gift, or does it feel too practical?

Curious if anyone here has gifted or bought one and whether it felt genuinely premium in person.

I'm a car snob but I've recently made the transition to EVs. We have a BMW i4 M50 and a Rivian R1S Tri-Motor. We're looking at replacing the i4 with something bigger and are probably going Porsche Macan EV or Cayenne EV. Curious what cars others in this subreddit drive.

Which model is the most popular or most sold of Rimowa bags. In the luggage category, not accessories. I would guess the original cabin but curious to know your thoughts on this?

I have made a fair amount of luxury purchases in my life from Dior, Channel, Cartier, Fendi, Celine, VCA and Cartier. I do not remember a single time they have offered a sample like beauty samples. But all the on-boxing videos I see in tiktok from these luxury brands always include a small sample. How is that?

Hello everyone,

I'd like to launch a fountain pen brand. I designed it and now I need a manufacturer to make it. Does anyone know how to do so by any chance?

My SA at Tiffany KC on the Country Club Plaza texted me that the store is closing June 30. He told me in case I wanted to get my pieces cleaned or buy something before they close.

Of course I asked if there would be a sale 😂
He said, “Tiffany never does sales.”

Meanwhile I’m over here thinking… haven’t we all been seeing Tiffany items at TJ Maxx lately? 👀

Ferragamo seems to be suffering a decline in popularity …and I hear over and over on youtube that Ferragamo has been declining in popularity because of an alleged lack of quality and whatnot.

I can’t find this lack of quality. I have bought 3 pairs of Ferragamo in the last 5 years or so. A pair oxfords, a pair of chelsea boots and a pair of loafers.

Find me a better made and more comfortable pair of classic men’s shoes for under 500 euros.

Everytime i buy a pair of english or mallorca shoes it’s always the same story “oh, first pair? They will get more comfortable over time!” NO it’s NOT MY FIRST pair, and, NO THEY WILL NOT.

Meanwhile I can buy a pair of Ferragamo and they are the most comfortable shoe from day one?

This is for those who have it I suppose. If you live in the US or Canada, how did you get sufficient purchases on your AMEX to unlock black? So few stores or restaurants accept the card and half the time when they do it triggers security and locks it.

My motivation for wanting it is business travel and meetings. I know you have to show money to make money.

Edit: Thank you everyone for your insightful thoughts, feedback and ideas. I'm reading all of them even if I don't reply. It is very challenging to have offline discussions on these topics with anyone so I wholeheartedly aporeciate doing so here.