I am of the opinion that there are certain people who have, by their very nature, addictive personalities. Personally, I would never describe myself as such. I am referring to those who 'buy into' ranges such as Kipling, Charlie Bears, LG and Yankee. I love my candles and belong to several fb groups, as one does get lots of advice and tips, and other ways to purchase. I don't go mad spending on them, but do like a fragrant smelling home and prefer the brand, along with Village candles and an independent maker - Tanya's Tarts (check her out on fb - brilliant service great price). Every time Kipling bring out another tsv, there are those who have to have it, or have 2000 bags! Do they have nothing else to spend their money on? Same with CB. Their is collecting, and then being extravagant. If people want to spend £400 on a LG bag 3/4 times a year, that is their prerogative. It certainly isn't mine.
WOW! Really?
So because I like kipling, LG and yankee candles (i have 2 or 3 charlie bears too) I've got a disorder and waste my money?
I don't buy every kipling or LG TSV, although i did purchase the recent LG and kipling one (i post quite often about my purcahses from Q)... but because I liked them not because I've been brainwashed into them like its some of club as you seem to suggest.
I've used yankee candles for years and have only once or twice bought them off Q, I prefer the wax tarts and tart burners so Q's selection of these is poor.
Charlies Bears - My son actually bought me 3 of them last year (one for mothers day, one for christmas and one for my birthday) and I adore them and if I see one that takes my fancy I'll get it.
LG - I have always loved handbags and purchased my first LG bag long before she came onto QVC - I have over 25 pieces from her collection, and use all them regularly.
Kipling - Practical and versatile so a suitable bag for any woman who leads a busy life, i have over 60.
If I want something I'll buy it. I use all my bags regularly because I cannot stand having the same bag day in day out for months/years - it bores me!
What I spend my money on is up to me, no one else... I must say I'm rather offended by your post as it seems to be a clear criticism of me personally (I know its not, but I am the "type" of person you are describing)... every person is different with different tastes/styles and has different finical circumstances, But I'll never judge someone because they couldn't afford a LG bag or because they have 1000 kipling bags etc... its up to them, like its up to me.
Let me ask you, Why don't you like those 4 brands you mentioned? Have you ever actually tried them?