As an ignorant man, i cannot for the life of me understand why my wife would think its okay to spend 3k on a purse vs spending 300. Women, please educate me. If background helps, We’re married with two kids. Money is not tight. She has her own job.

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If it makes you feel better, some very expensive bags, just like Patek Philippes, go up in value over time

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The same way you view her shopping habits, is the same way I view your “frugal-ness.” I’m not being insulting—but I truly do not understand people who aren’t into spending on expensive nice quality designer clothing/accessories when there’s so much disposable income. If our savings/investments are great and so are the kids accounts, why not splurge. I enjoy fashion and luxe, same way some people enjoy camping or playing an instrument it just makes me happy lol

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I’m so glad you’re understanding! Im sure she appreciates that a lot..because no one likes to be shamed for the things they purchase especially if it makes them happy

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How much do you invest each month as a household?

If she’s pending it out of her pocket, let her. However if she as so complains once about money…well you know what to do.

Because the quality is different.

Same reason men buy 3k+ watches

Listen, I don't understand it either, I can't even bring myself to spend $300 on a purse, but as others have said - if she's got her own money and it's not hurting your family financial goals, maybe just let it go

You seem like a joy

for 3k that purse better be doin' laundry and dishes

I would never spend that much on a bag. The max I spent was $200 on sale like 4 years ago and still using the same one. I work way too hard to piss away my money on a $3k bag

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Why do you care if it’s not your money? Is she telling you how to spend yours? Live and let her live. My opinion would be different if she was jobless and living off you.

I mean I spent $3,000 on an overpriced gym membership this year alone

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