that kind of luxe just ain't for us; we crave a different kind of buzz
Noodlings on what it means to be luxury
that kind of luxe just ain't for us; we crave a different kind of buzz
Does luxury truly have a distinct set of ‘ingredients’? How many truly need to be present to constitute luxury?
experiences are more likely to be shared with other people , and other people ... are our greatest source of happiness.
Nagesh Belludi • You Are Rich if You Think You Have Enough
People are our greatest source of happiness. True dat.
Heilmer told me that BMW's characteristic orange-red hue is generated by light at a wavelength of 605 nanometers. The color was chosen to allow the driver to clearly see the instrument cluster, but also to be able to adjust to the darkness outside the vehicle quickly after looking up. The eye doesn't tire as quickly trying to read gauges illuminate... See more
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Redefining luxury: A review essay
This document explores the conceptual and moral issues surrounding the definition of luxury, examines the rise of "new luxury," and discusses the demand for luxury goods in Asia.
core.ac.ukAccording to Frank, the desire for many to indulge in luxury “possessions” is motivated less by the gratification they may bring than by what others are buying or want to buy. We try to achieve happiness by improving our relative social status. For example, if your neighbor didn’t buy his new Mercedes Benz, you wouldn’t probably feel the need for t... See more
Conspicuous Consumption and The Era of Excess // Book Summary of 'Luxury Fever' - Right Attitudes
'…invest in meaningful experiences that bring you joy.’ - THIS.
"The good things in life cost what they cost. The unnecessary things are not worth it at any price. The key is being aware of the difference." (Ryan Holiday & Stephen Hanselman, The Daily Stoic)