Are Designer Bags ACTUALLY Worth the Money? What are we REALLY paying for?

Ok so you might think this is strange (given my last video was my luxury bag collection) but are designer bags actually worth the money? and what are we REALLY paying for? This video was inspired by Tanner Leatherstein's videos on Tiktok and they got me thinking about the mark up that designer bags are sold at and what does that mark up pay for...ENJOY!

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[yoloyihi]

her economics degree is coming in handy 🤣

but in all seriousness, cassie, thank you for bringing to the fore the endless list of things that goes into pricing luxury items. prior to studying my degree in fashion business, i did not know just how vast and deep the fashion industry ran

i hope that by you spelling them out, allows more people to understand that when we buy luxury items, we’re also contributing back to the economy as the mark-ups comprise of people’s salaries

and the backbone of luxury is the fantasy and mystique that it’s shrouded by. if looking expensive and buying a status symbol is the fantasy we’re after, go ahead and live your very best life. and if wearing a non-designer, low-priced canvas tote bag around is what works for you, that’s absolutely fine too!

everyone should deserve to live and of course, dress to live in the way they feel most comfortable. neither is up for judgement ❤

[as]

Nothing turns me off more than influencer partnerships. Why pay for something when some random on Instagram is getting it for free?

[catherinecampbell]

This is why I love Coach. You pay for the quality of the bag.

[positive.energy]

I think it all comes down to childhood and upbringing. I think a lot of people have very instilled beliefs due to their experiences growing up. What is normalized to you, may not be normalized to someone else. Also it is hard to find a community that truly understands art, fashion, and creativity and that does not shame people for what they love and what they spend their money on, just because it’s not what they are passionate about/what they choose to spend their disposable income on. Very interesting video.

[xoxokrissi]

I love this video because it's spot on. I wish more people would be honest with themselves when buying designer. You buy it for the style and absolutely the name. Chanel rain boots are over $1K, do people seriously think they use a better quality rubber.

I just want people to be honest and admit the bags are definitely marked up but they don't need to justify why they purchase.

[terrytaylor]

Love the honesty and awareness of this video. Designer things can aesthetically pleasing and make you feel luxurious and that’s ok. Pop culture plays a lot into it as well. It’s so much that goes into it.

[ubiquitousflow]

This video brings up all the points beyond reputation as to why some of us buy any level of designer brands. Sometimes i wonder about the markup on ready-to-wear, and the overall margins across the industry

[EssieSpring]

My grandmother was a lover of fashion, and a dressmaker and she passed on a love of fashion to me 🩷 I have often thought about how I am able to buy for myself, things that she would never allow herself to have because of a societal notion that women of that time had to be completely self sacrificing. That being said I LOVE a bargain!

[tiinab]

For me it is supporting the artists - the designers who develop the fashion for all of us. Lots of designer ideas eventually go to mass production and those who have means, support the companies that hire the artists by buying the original products. They do get better quality and good feeling.

[That_Woodland_Gardener]

Its no surprise that luxury items dont actually cost what we pay. The industry has to make money after all, its mainly the name you are paying for. However said items are of a superior quality then obviously high street things and they do last if you look after them. As long as your rent and bills are paid, live your best life 😂 its only money, we make more

[altacostura]

Such an honest, thorough take on the markups inc. the acknowledgment of decline in quality in many Houses. And thank you as well for always bringing up the logo issue: I am all about having a little logo---the fantasy of it, as you say. There are beautiful, excellent quality products out there at a reasonable price and I buy those. But the whole point of my occasional luxury treat (my view) is that it's special and, in my middle class life, I like adding a little logo splash for panache, a little "flex" (once again using Cassie-speak).So, I'm all about logos and most people are, too. In the lux community, Cassie has ALWAYS had that refreshing, matter-of-fact-honesty about the CC's, GG's, YSL's, etc.

[mef]

You're 100% right.

Some people care way too much about other people's lives. Everyone has a right to do what they want in their life, and that includes how they spend their money. You like luxury handbags, other people may like comic books, coins, or jewelry. If you're a true collector, it can get very expensive no matter what you collect.

I think people need to worry about their own lives more than other people's.

I have way too many problems in my life to worry about how much someone is spending on a bag. I won't be buying it, I just like just watching the videos for enjoyment.

Plus, you have a great personality, and your videos are fun. ❤

[chrissymags]

Cassie, you continue to impress us with your wisdom. Thank you for this video. That’s why I like following you. You keep it real. Love ya xx

[thelightersideofluxury]

This is why I will never buy into “quiet” bags. None of them are really worth what you are paying. If it doesn’t have a label or isn’t an obvious designer item, why would you spend the money? Why would I spend $1500 on a Saint Laurent tote bag when I could shop at Cuyana, or even Madewell and buy something similar for a fraction of the price and go on my understated way. It’s such a silly concept to me. If I was really wealthy and the price didn’t matter maybe it would be different, but most of us looking at YouTube videos and social media for reviews are saving every penny for these bags….they need to be special!

[mikeantonio]

Cassie of course they're not worth it, but you want it! I've seen him demolish a bag. Seems Coach comes out one of the best. The profits are huge from these designers and even the overheads don't seem to make a dent!

[danadouu]

Always hurts when Tanner cuts into these babies 😃

[akaa]

Love this guy who eviscerates designer fashion labels and products. Been watching him for some time and it def influences my decisions.

[blaquecat]

Cassie, have you ever thought of putting some of these fashion news and analysis on podcast? I wouldnt mind having these updates on my ears on my morning walk

[fashionismypassiongirl]

❤❤❤👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻I’m totally on your side, Cassie. I understand being an addict of logos. 😁 Everyone should be collecting whatever they want and not being judged for it. Especially today, 2023! 😁

[ggibson]

Great chat Cassie👍🏻At the end of the day though it is just a vessel to carry a lippy, keys and maybe your phone so it really comes down to what people value and want to spend money on i guess . Always an interesting debate💖 love the conversation and food for thought.👍🏻