In the face of unstable economies and skyrocketing costs, thriftiness is often seen as the key to withstanding financial storms. Yet, there’s a generation that’s flouting this age-old wisdom. Millennials, much to the annoyance of their Baby Boomer peers, are persistently clinging to particular luxuries, regardless of the economic conditions. From technology amenities to travel plans, here are the 18 luxuries that millennials refuse to surrender, painting a picture of strength or, perhaps, unwavering defiance.
Rent
One online user shared (and many agreed): “My landlord’s real estate portfolio.”
“Yup. Rent. It sucks, and I hate not having any good choices.”
Pets
“I foster dogs and all my money goes to the vet. And to treats and toys to give them comfort in their last days.”
“I was in Pets at Home recently and the man behind me in the queue said, ‘those are some spoiled pets’ in reference to my trolley.”
“Pet food! I have a lot of pets!”
Plants
“House plants. Outdoor plants. Dirt for plants. Pots for plants. Fertilizer for plants. Rocks and bark for outside plants. Greenhouse for plants. Plant labels. Grow lights. Plant stands. Seeds to grow more plants.”
Clothing
“Clothes, because it fills the void.”
“It’s this one, unfortunately. On the flip side, my wardrobe is fire and I could not, in theory, buy anything for decades.”
“Nothing beats that giddy high after purchasing, especially if it’s something cute or something you’ve wanted for a while.”
Food
“Raspberries at the moment. So expensive but so delicious.”
“Yep, that’s my financial weakness. I pay for exotic or premium ingredients to make delicious meals at home.”
“I pay for delivery when I just don’t feel like putting on real clothes and leaving the house. Food is the one area where I never skimp.”
Books
“Same, but with audiobooks. [It] adds up quickly.”
“As an aspiring architect, there are so many handbooks that are worth purchasing, marking up, and referring back to randomly.”
“If I had the space, I would have my own Beauty & The Beast-inspired library that I have wanted for years.”
Haircare
“I almost never leave the hairdresser with a charge under 300€. My shampoo cost 20€. Conditioner, treatments, the occasional cut & gloss.”
“I color my hair and go to an expensive salon.”
“When I got engaged to my husband, I sat him down and reviewed the things in my budget I would not compromise on. My hair and handbag love were the top two.”
Experiences
“Traveling and eating out. No regrets.”
“Yep, these are our two biggest expenses, too. But god, we have a lot of good times.”
“Will never ever regret spending $$ on experiences and time with loved ones. That’s what life’s all about!”
Coffee
“And coffee shop pastries.”
“I could live off of pain au chocolat.”
Horses
“Over a grand a month for two.”
“I haven’t added my costs up… Probably close to $1500-2k, insurance on my dressage horse is $700pm.”
“We have seen T-shirts around my wife’s barn that say, ‘I work hard so my horse can have a good life’.”
Future Funding
“I’ve learned the hard way what it’s like to need money and not have it, and I’m never going through that again if I can help it.”
“One bad divorce, house in foreclosure, extra land about to be taken back by the county. Save it all and I will NEVER allow myself to get in that position again.”
Car
“My car payment. But I don’t have much longer on it, and it’s my dream car.”
“I’m okay spending an ungodly amount to have a fun car again. My happiness is worth it.”
“More specifically for my import vehicle since no parts are available for sale in the USA for it.”
Nailcare
“Supplies for doing my manicures at home.”
“I started dipping my nails, and now I have around 100 colors. I’ve been telling myself that it’s cheaper than going to a salon.”
“I’m into wraps – I have over a hundred.”
Kids
“I suffered through childhood neglect and refuse to let my girl know what that is like. It gives me such joy and pride that I can give this to her.”
“I spent a good amount of time living in homeless shelters/rehab centers, and I am happy to be able to give my son the opposite of what I had.”
Health Insurance
“I’m self-employed, so [I] pay out-of-pocket and am also on the wrong side of 50.”
“I’m an insurance agent and wince whenever I put together a quote for someone 55-64. It’s criminal how high they jack the rates up right before Medicare hits.”
“Our system fills me with rage.”
Art Supplies
“I have some original art in my home–one watercolor, four oil paintings, some numbered and signed lithographs, some photographs.”
“Watercolor Art supplies… worth every single $$$ though!”
Live Music
“Concerts/festivals – I am frugal about many things, but I am willing to drop money to see artists I love perform live.”
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