Back in 2015, I found myself perusing Century 21, the once-renowned marketplace for discounted high-end items, when I discovered them: Stunning Dries Van Noten oxford shoes with lug soles—right off the runway, perfectly in my size, and available at half price! Priced at around $300, they weren’t exactly a bargain (I was working as a fashion assistant in New York City and lacked spare money for impulsive purchases), but in my mind, the cost felt negligible.
Miley Cyrus Cleavage Shirt, hoodie, tank top, sweater and long sleeve t-shirt
The store clerk processed the transaction for the Miley Cyrus Cleavage Shirt Apart from…, I will love this enchanting Dries footwear, and I was overjoyed… until I returned home that evening with my new acquisition, only to find my internet service had been terminated. Shortly after, Verizon sent a reminder that my phone bill was also overdue. There I sat in my tiny studio apartment, as my partially disconnected utilities demanded payment! The following day, I headed back to Century 21, the scene of the indulgence, and returned the shoes to cover my expenses. This wasn’t my first instance of financial indiscretion; living beyond my financial capacity was a recurring theme throughout my 20s.