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The Thrill of the Spend: I Spent my Rent Money at Barneys and I Regret Nothing

The thrill of buying something totally unnecessary cuts across Myers-Briggs types, income levels, and ages. Whether you’re in the position to blow $350 on an infuser or $14 on feature socks, impulse shopping is something most of us partake in, at least occasionally. Read on for shopping confessions from people working in wine, fashion, and design. Read Onarrow_downward Check Out The Rest arrow_downward

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The Thrill of the Spend: I Spent my Rent Money at Barneys and I Regret Nothing

The thrill of buying something totally unnecessary cuts across Myers-Briggs types, income levels, and ages. Whether you’re in the position to blow $350 on an infuser or $14 on feature socks, impulse shopping is something most of us partake in, at least occasionally. Read on for shopping confessions from people working in wine, fashion, and design.

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