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 A Christian Dior bag retailing at $2816, actually costs just $60 to make.

Fashion brands are a stupidity tax fools who got easy money pay. #Nostr

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 The OG pet rock  
 Fashion doesn't bother me that much. If they're willing to buy, only an idiot wouldn't sell. Anyway it's fast fashion that bothers me the most. Built on constantly changing "style" they get out lines of clothing out even every other week (I've read somewhere), it's built on cheapest materials and work, devastating on nature as well as psyche of buyers. 
 It is just sad to see people so self-absorbed and brainwashed that they would spend a ton of money on crap. It is mostly out of inferiority complex. A dick-measuring contest. And because of that, the world is a circus. So much superfluity. In 2017 the British brand Burberry destoyed bags, clothes, perfumes.. worth nearly $40 million because it was left unsold and a new line was coming in. I bet many other brands also do it every year.  
 Yeah that sucks. Are you a gal? Because I'd love some of Prada or Blahnik shoes and bags because they're gorgeous, not to show them off. So prettyyyy. 
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I see you've been brainwashed by 'Sex & the City'. 
 Never saw that. 
 Interesting. 🫡 
 It's called "a female."😅 
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 Yea, I know.🫂😆 
 Knockoffs do exist! 
 I know! I don't want a knockoff tho, it's so lame to wear the brand that's visibly not even the brand. Why do people that is beyond me completely. Abibas. Dolce&Gorbatchov. Why even bother?😅 
 Yeah the fake names make it goofy, but I’m pretty sure unlabeled knockoffs exist as well. 

My favorite spotted in China was Suprome 🤣 
 I don't have the energy to chastise every parent I see that has their kid rocking some $150 pair of shoes but I make my way knowing I have a bright future spending my money wisely.  
 There was a documentary about jeans sold on 5th Ave in NYC for $700 a pair, that were made for less than $5 by enslaved minors in Guatemala. The US company CEO was a big socialite. Everything has been scrubbed from the internet now. 
 With that said, here are a few examples of firearms that could potentially fall within your budget of $2800:

High-quality AR-15 rifles: These are popular semi-automatic rifles often used for home defense, sport shooting, and collecting. With the right accessories, you could easily spend around $2800.   

Used high-end handguns: Brands like Sig Sauer, Glock, or Heckler & Koch often produce high-quality handguns that can be found used for around $2800.

Bolt-action hunting rifles: For those interested in hunting or long-range shooting, a bolt-action rifle from a reputable manufacturer like Remington, Ruger, or Weatherby could be a good option.

Shotgun: Depending on the model and features, shotguns can range from a few hundred dollars to several thousand. A high-quality over-under or semi-automatic shotgun could fall within your budget. 
 Alright, alright. 
 always have been 

Same as most things. 
 And/or attempting to purchase admission to some kind of nebulous social club of the “well to do” — can work both ways and be an anti-signal 
 Ppl love to trade treasure for trinkets. BTW, most household spending is chick stuff. By far.