In this episode, I talk about the 2000s and what inspired trends, what the handbags of the moment were (okay yes some of them aren’t designer, fine, but whatever!!), what getting their first designer bag ultimately meant for a tween or teenage girl specifically in the 2000s, and how you can channel that energy in a positive way as an adult (without having to prove your worth through material items). I’m bestowing all of my knowledge onto you from both my bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising AND my honorary degree from MKU (Michael Kors University), you’re welcome!! Also some of these are not technically designer but they were ~obsessions~ of us tweens and teens in the 00s.
1:31 Differentiating designer vs. luxury vs. speciality mall stores; how fashion is problematic
4:42 Conspicuous Consumption; Differentiating counterfeit from knock-off handbags
9:30 Connecticut: The Dooney & Bourke State
11:56 Taking a mini-break from designer: Initial Bags, Mixed Media Bags and Backpacks
16:22 We cannot talk about the 2000s without mentioning Juicy Couture
18:39 THE bag to represent the 2000s: The Coach Monogram Wristlet
20:58 5 Things - What getting your first handbag meant as a 2000s teen
27:04 How we can channel the positive, excited energy those things bring – as an adult
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Music by @egmusicnyc
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Episode Transcript
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