I'm so glad you've moved this newsletter to Substack because it allows me to comment on your posts. I loved the focus of this one and can very much relate--I'm constantly bringing something to the cobbler or tailor and asking them to please try to repair it one more time. To me, this is the true definition of "materialism". That term is often used with a negative connotation to refer to someone who cares too much about material possessions, but I think it can also extend to minimalists who truly value each and every one of the limits items they own.
Tiffany remains one of the last civilized places in our realm. I, too, have that keychain (and loved registering my address in case it got lost and someone was kind enough to return it). What I did lose was the end knob. It rolled off somewhere in my old duplex, never to be found again (even when moving). Loved going to Tiff to get a replacement. I can't recall if it was free or a whopping $10, but I so appreciated their kindness and efficiency. I don't use that ring right now. It doesn't pair well with modern car key/fobs. For that, I love my Madewell key fob with a leather loop and brass clasp. They used to offer monograms for it, and those made the best gifts (under $20). Still a great gift, but the monogram made it special. And love the bucket purse, Laura! Well-loved classics never go out of style, and that patina makes it one-of-a-kind. xo
I'm so glad you've moved this newsletter to Substack because it allows me to comment on your posts. I loved the focus of this one and can very much relate--I'm constantly bringing something to the cobbler or tailor and asking them to please try to repair it one more time. To me, this is the true definition of "materialism". That term is often used with a negative connotation to refer to someone who cares too much about material possessions, but I think it can also extend to minimalists who truly value each and every one of the limits items they own.
Tiffany remains one of the last civilized places in our realm. I, too, have that keychain (and loved registering my address in case it got lost and someone was kind enough to return it). What I did lose was the end knob. It rolled off somewhere in my old duplex, never to be found again (even when moving). Loved going to Tiff to get a replacement. I can't recall if it was free or a whopping $10, but I so appreciated their kindness and efficiency. I don't use that ring right now. It doesn't pair well with modern car key/fobs. For that, I love my Madewell key fob with a leather loop and brass clasp. They used to offer monograms for it, and those made the best gifts (under $20). Still a great gift, but the monogram made it special. And love the bucket purse, Laura! Well-loved classics never go out of style, and that patina makes it one-of-a-kind. xo