WHAT IS REALLY GOING ON IN FASHION ? NEWS UPDATE

Omg Pinterest has become one of those apps where you used to look for inspo buy now they are showing ads only

I have been really focusing on on smaller designers. The quality is usually better and I like to support fellow businesses.

these brands clamoring for sales now by reducing their already ridiculously bloated prices, is comical to see. they should have been ashamed to price these goods so exorbitantly in the first place but now that those who didn't already know, can see the ACTUAL costs to create these items...the consumer is becoming wise and they're not able to play in these folks' faces. they're going to have to tighten up if they want to remain in business because with politics & consumers waking up and being sick and tired...they'll be hard pressed to continue their shady ways and still be successful. we are TIRED.

Also...the John Legend impersonation sent me to the upper room. 🤣

Vintage is my jam now because I am not pleased with the instant fashion now!! Things are not made with quality anymore.

The luxury climate has been off for some time now. For bags, I buy exclusively vintage because the quality is still high. Many eBay sellers have great products, excellent service and the reviews to match. Also, getting off label teats is important. Vintage Coach leather is better than any Chanel produced today IMHO.

Great interesting and thoughtful reflection love the vid ❤️❤️💯💯💯😍😍😍👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿

the U.S. is definitively not in a recession. GDP grew by 1.6% in the first quarter of 2024.

but they said the dior that’s $56 to make is actually one of there leather not canvas ones smh

Ok this my last comment!! Just checked your shorts after you mentioning shorts/IG reels shop my closet outro. Didn’t realize you are the woman who recently linked wit Brown Girl Chee to do that really cute round the way, 90’s Flyy girl content backed by Amerie 🎵 that nostalgia and sisterhood made me so emo ❤🥹😂

😂😂 I could have bet my life you were gonna compare the models at Pharrell’s LV to Fentys inclusive shades bc it popped in my head too!!

Monroe “Who influences me” Politics and Fashion tag brought me here. I trust a good Taurean via a good Aries lol. Glad to be here and subscribed ☺️ Shopping: If I really really need smthg I’m at where I’ve consistently been at since my teenage years 2 decades back, Marshall’s & TJ Maxx. Nordstrom hasn’t seen much of me since early 2022 maybe I’ll make it back 2nd half of 2025 🙏🏾 bc baby I gotta buy eggs and turkey bacon at Whole Foods.

Enjoyed this update and your take on the topics. More please ❤🍪

Overall, the quality of everything including luxury has gone down. I have been paying attention to fabric composition. Brands that used to use cotton, wool etc. Have all or mostly polyester. Why should I pay $500 for 100% polyester ?

Companies has been doing that. Its cheaper. Companies are getting busted

That’s the critical question that needs to be answered; “If it only cost $53 to make, how much of that is attributed to salaries?”

That jacket that Pharrell had on was a Molorus snake skin which is illegal and its an endangered species. It’s funny how these luxury brands are allowed to use these endangered exotic skins.

I have cut back on spending on fashion items 85%. I only buy when I need an outfit for an event, or need the items to replace other items (such as, basic tees, shorts, athletic wear).

Dialed ALL the way back. Seriously! Gas. Food. Utilities. Diapers. Car insurance is insane and has doubled. . The rent in the DMV are insane. I don’t know how people are making it. Trying to survive out here by the Grace of God!

...saying this for ages: LUXURY does not exists anymore.. its a scam.. all brands under LVHM and KERING doing this !!! all of them.. is just one bunch of fast fashion cheap not luxuriously made goods with logos.. my opinion.
+ Pharrel is RACIST !!! only black models.??? do this as a white designer/ only white models .. black community will burn bridges !!!! NOT OK !!!!!

Now, I'm not in the luxury realm, but as far as the year round sales go, Torrid stays on my neck! I've been on a no buy since April when I redeemed my Torrid cash! I got everything I needed for summer and don't need another thing! And I have MORE Torrid cash now! I might have to let them expire! 😢😢😢

I was talking to my brother maybe mid-May and mentioned the sales were aggressive and he was talking about keeping his blinders on. Me too, but somehow something always grabs my attention. I just bought some Jil Sander boots lmao. I've been going hard on MATCHES too. Got a shearling coat for under $1,000, but then I made up for that buying a different shearling on MyTheresa lmao. Then Margiela came out with feathery block heel mules and I had to get a pair in black and the light blue to match my shearling. Feather mules have been on my wishlist, so what was I supposed to do?! Lmao. I told myself I'd shop less this year but the sales really haven't stopped since the holidays. I'm pretty frugal in other ways so I can usually excuse a purchase here and there, but the way these clearances have been calling me...

Excellent video with such great information, Queen Cookie! Your fashion knowledge is extraordinary and second to none. Shopping my closet for 30 days along with you. This challenge should be fun! ❤️❤️❤️ I have been shopping preloved luxury at In the 808 ❤️❤️❤️😊 and other vintage consignment boutiques.

Thank you for the Fashion News update——You need to make this a regular feature on your channel!!!!

I’m embarrassed at how many times I rewinded that John legend part

I'm glad you highlighted the human rights violations in the luxury fashion industry. It's reprehensible that they will not compensate workers while they're charging thousands of dollars for the product. On a positive note, looking forward to your challenge looks 😊

For me, I’ve been more intentional about what I buy. As I’m in my mid twenties it’s important to me to make sure I can see myself wearing something for the next 5 years at least. This is to prevent diving into trends or getting caught up in something that looks cute on someone else but not on me. I also try to make sure I can see myself wearing it to the places I frequent and that I goes with things in my closet. Now I’ve been shopping a lot too 😅 but I’ve definitely been hunting down those sales

Sister, as you speak of the climate - here in Jamaica bracing for a category 5 hurricane - OMG! Just trying to distract the anxiety out of me.

THIS!!! Aughhh so good and informative. I’m hoping “we” the consumers send a huge message to these out of control high end brands.

I’m definitely into resell luxury right now, but I was on the websites (Farfetch, Neimans and etc) and noticed how long these sales have been going on too! I literally just said ‘’Zara sure had a lot of pieces on sale - more than usual’’

Luxury Brands have descended into cheap quick money makers not quality workmanship or fabrics to buy just for name is stupid at best

You always make me smile “Legend” first name John lol!❤❤
I cannot afford luxury, it’s just not for me, but I’m glad those unethical ones are being called out.n
Politics in America😮 CHILD!

People are deluded if they think luxury fashion has always meant ethical. Why not put your money to ethical brands? Oh but it doesn’t give the status symbol of luxury.

Love the fashion news episodes. I refuse to pay full price for luxury goods. These brands think they can just play in our faces. 😣 Sourcing “luxury” good for pennies on the dollar and selling it to the consumer for an astronomical price is just bananas.

Your favorite Boomer here. Am in on the challenge and on a shopping hiatus. I will be shopping and showing items from my closet on my channel too. Will be mentioning you ❤

You are hilarious and I need a good ole kiki right now! Teleprompter? Girl, calleth those things which be not as though they were.

Hey dear Carolyn,loving the topic...but truth be told;what one man won't,another man will!! These designers know for damn sure,what they're doing;they pay thousands ,if not millions to strategic planners;to find a way/any freaking way,under any situation to buy whatever it is they're selling...and you know what;people are STILL BUYING!!We as consumers have to blame ourselves for being suckers to a lot of these 'trends'!! For example Jacquemus...I mean;cute as a button,but....those ridiculous tiny ass bags that a lot of people were wearing!! I can't afford luxury ,and I'm not against a sister who can,I'm just really sad,that no one seem to stay in Canada....it's really sad;they just never stay!Anyways Carolyn,so wonderful to see you again,take care!!Happy 4TH,when it comes!!💗💗

How have I been shopping? I have decided to shop my closet via Pinterest ❤.. Actually lately-what I have been shopping is undergarments including body shapers, camisole. Which now I'm intrigued by and purchasing more of these type items.❤

Zara does have a sale every June/July so that’s on brand for them

Have fun with fashion! Remember! It’s not what/who you wear, but HOW you wear it! Let comfort be key and everything else will fall in place to make you feel and look your best! 😊

Spending patterns are cyclical. When the economy is doing well, people spend more. When it's not, people prioritize their spending. However, it doesn't help the luxury market when they keep raising prices simply as a money grab.

Luxury is turning into fast fashion. It's not surprising that Dior uses horrible factories to make their bags. Skilled artisans can't make thousands of book totes to satisfy consumers. The bubble is bursting . Why should we pay $5-$20k+ for items made the same as things at Shein or Temu? Who will be exposed next? Brands are desperate now. I get ads on IG stories in between every person I follow. My shopping has remained the same since before the pandemic. I always shopped sales. However, I did spend all my coins at Target on the Jenee Naylor collection. I haven't been that excited in awhile.

I'm learning to be more intentional with the things I am buying going forward. I want to really curate the items that I love and serve me and not just buy just to buy.

My interest has always been in thrift. Some of the newer brands are producing top quality well constructed bags and clothing. I prefer patronizing these newer brands, while freeing myself from status purchases choke holds. This cookie is not paying and has no interest in patronizing raised prices for poor quality.

Appreciate your transparency in regards to Brand & Creator relations !

A few hours ago we received an all clear in Barbados after the passage of Hurricane Beryl which extensively damaged the south and some central parts of the island's coastal infrastructure so....my thoughts on fashion are that it would be disingenuous to hold these brands to a high standard when theyve always been stealing from, exploiting and degrading peoples and cultures the world over to sell their products in north america and europe. So sustainability and ethics are only buzzwords at this point since those with purchasing power and bigotry dont care about people only profits. Influencers would do well to imbue their business model of content creation with authencity, integrity and courage because as consumers lean into their consciousness, identity, and humanity, nothing will stand, grow or last that is not real, honest and true.

The luxury brands are going to have to figure out what they are now selling to their consumers because their collective underwear are showing and we now know it's not quality. They used to be able to convince everyone that their prices were justified due to specialized or handmade craftmanship. Will they be able to thrive into the future on name alone or will they really have to get back to quality over profit? Unfortunately, it's nearly impossible to sustain both quantity and quality. I love the fact that the broader awareness of the pre-loved market has expanded accessibility and I've gotten great quality pieces that were like new. However, I may have to start a special savings account to purchase a handbag from the Pharrell LV collection because, as you mentioned, some of those men's bags are divine!! 🙂🥰

I haven’t shopped luxury lately because even some pre loved is ridiculous (cough Chanel)! The labor practices that you mentioned are even more of a turn off.

Thank you. I Appreciate the Who,What,When,Where on these brands. I watch all the fashion houses runway shows. I agree with you on the men's LV bags. Loved Pharrell jacket pictured that I put image in Google search and found a vintage jacket by Escada on ebay for 80.00 and so happy with find

Fashion IS a necessity!!!!who are these people who don’t shop? Don’t need to spend a lot to look and feel good !