Expensive Things I own

@melissasollee

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Expensive things I own

Why it worked

The post taps into aspirational consumerism by showcasing luxury items and experiences, while framing them as 'financially responsible' investments. This approach resonates with viewers seeking validation for their own spending habits or looking for inspiration for future purchases.

Summary

The creator shares a series of expensive items and experiences they own, explaining why each purchase was worth it for their lifestyle and personal growth. The post concludes by asking viewers to share their own worthwhile expensive purchases in the comments.

Structure

1Introduction to expensive things owned by a financially responsible 26-year-old
2Showcasing apartment and its impact on productivity
3Highlighting luxury gym membership as an investment in health
4Discussing MacBook Air for faster work
5Featuring a wool sweater and its durability
6Explaining the benefits of laser hair removal
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Original caption

The difference is whether the purchase was an intentional decision or not. What's something expensive you have that was 100% worth it? Let me know in the comments 👇

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Product placement

Dior handbag (appears, removing it does not change the video), Zimmermann (appears, removing it does not change the video), Bvlgari Serpenti Watch (appears, removing it does not change the video), MacBook Air M5 Chip (acts - used for design and AI tools, removing it would change the video), Luxury Gym Membership (acts - motivates daily workouts, removing it would change the video), Apartment (acts - improves quality of life and productivity, removing it would change the video), Education (acts - got dream career, network, knowledge, removing it would change the video)

Call to action

What are some expensive things you have that were 100% worth it? Let me know in the comments ❤️

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Expensive Things I own as a financially responsible 26 y/o & why they're worth it My Apartment I work from & spend a lot of time at home A space I feel comfortable in drastically improves my quality of life and productivity Luxury Gym Membership $300/mo Motivates me to show up & work out every day It's an investment in my health MacBook Air M5 Chip Recently upgraded from M1 chip It allows me to run my design & AI tools SO MUCH faster for work $1799 100% Wool Sweater Buy nice, or buy twice is real. I wear my knitwear for years and they stay in perfect shape ZIMMERMANN NOW LOCATED AT 39 GREENE STREET OPEN AUGUST 31ST $320 Laser Hair Removal I never have to shave again, and it improved my skin texture $3,000+ Bvlgari Serpenti Watch I feel joy whenever I wear her And yes, that's a valid reason Education $150,000 Got me my dream career, network of ambitious people, and wealth of knowledge What are some expensive things you have that were 100% worth it? Let me know in the comments ❤️