Blame it on my frugal Asian nature, but people are always so surprised to learn that I actually have very few pieces from luxury design houses. For me, the value of a piece is in its longevity, versatility, and overall look, not its fancy label or expensive price tag. I genuinely want to know — how do you guys feel about splurging on designer goods? Do you think there’s a point at which splurging becomes excessive? And more specifically, are you as tired as I am of seeing the same expensive designer pieces over and over again?

There’s definitely a part of me that feels jaded by the over-saturation of certain designer items in the blogosphere. Granted, I understand that for a lot of bloggers, some of these are probably gifted. And as a blogger myself, I understand the pressure and desire to always own the latest, trendy, usually expensive clothes and accessories — believe me. But as a 20-something girl who supports herself on a more “traditional” salary, I often feel the need to justify a larger purchase, especially if it’s one that’s already made the rounds.

But sometimes, a splurge is 100% worth it, even if it’s the most overplayed, overdone piece on the web. And you know what? If it makes me happy, I’m completely fine with that.