In this chat, we dive into a recent scandal with Christian Dior and their production practices. We’re looking at the gap between the cost of making Dior handbags and their sky-high prices. We also touch on transparency issues in the luxury industry and whether high prices actually mean higher quality.

We share our thoughts on why we buy luxury items and the need to question their value and quality. We’re frustrated with brands that charge a lot but deliver little, especially when we expect top-notch quality and craftsmanship. Is it all about shareholder greed?
We discuss the importance of transparency and accountability in luxury brands, pointing out those that genuinely prioritize quality and ethics, versus those that let us down with subpar products.

Christina's stitch with Olivia (The Row jelly flats): https://www.tiktok.com/@christina.mychas/video/7388219916014374150?lang=en
Dior handbag article: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/christian-dior-57-handbags-hidden-090300586.html

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Today, we are exploring the idea of "choosing hard" for better style habits. We compare cheap dopamine—like the quick pleasure from shopping and social media—with expensive dopamine, which comes from more effortful sources. We emphasize the value of shopping our own closets, tackling problem pieces, and putting effort into outfit creation. We also discuss the benefits of a dopamine detox to reset our pleasure levels. Our tips focus on practicing moderation and making thoughtful style choices.

Green behaviour podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/green-behavior/id1749442690

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

02:49 Choosing Hard: Developing Good Style Habits

09:57 The Pitfalls of Cheap Dopamine

17:47 The Benefits of a Dopamine Detox

22:03 Practicing Moderation in Style Choices

26:00 The Long-Term Rewards of Choosing Hard

32:12 Conclusion

Disclaimer: abrupt abstinence from certain substances and with certain conditions is not recommended and must be performed under the supervision of a healthcare professional. The context of a dopamine detox in this podcast discussion is not medical advice and is not appropriate for all forms of compulsive behaviour or addiction. Always consult a healthcare professional to see what is right and safe for you.

Discussions are based on our own experiences and opinions.

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In this conversation about travel fashion, we explore the three-day packing method: essentials for day one, everyday wear for day two, and travel items for day three. It’s a flexible and efficient way to pack, and it works for weekly outfit planning too. We also explore some other methods, like the five-four-three-two-one approach, and discuss how engaging regularly with our wardrobes can help. We also chat about our packing experiences, the benefits of pre-planning outfits, and the value of versatile pieces.

TRIPPED PACKING VIDEO: https://youtu.be/7FsP7899t8E?si=58-MSNyEPJPUOLSo

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the three-day packing method

02:21 Applying the method to weekly outfit planning

07:36 Using templates for easier packing and outfit planning

11:33 Spending time with your wardrobe and discovering new outfit combinations

19:59 Introduction to the 54321 packing method

23:29 Benefits of pre-planning outfits

25:17 Embracing challenging pieces

27:24 The power of versatile pieces

30:15 Finding the right number of items to pack

32:17 Conclusion and resources

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