The question
Excluding property, what is the most expensive thing you have ever bought?Originally asked
The Guardian, to a different person each week, The Q&A
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I spend my money on vintage eyewear. I have a massive collection.
The Q&A, The Guardian, 20 January 2024 source ↗
A black Russian terrier – I paid almost £4,000 for him.
In New York, I once went shopping and spent something like $7,000 on a couple of shirts, trousers and a jacket. It seemed like a good idea at the time, but it was ridiculous.
Paintings and guitars. I have Picasso prints and one Rembrandt etching.
A birthday present I hoped would mean a lot to the person. I had their family history researched and a book made.
Love is understanding, authenticity and being able to be exactly who you are with no editing – and it’s a gift.
My kids, global boiling, everything.
I don’t get embarrassed.
By my kindness.
Madonna, she is a trailblazer. She changed the face of pop music for women. She did so much for the Aids movement, encouraging people to vote and the voices of LGBTQIA+ people. Fashion icon, music icon – she deserves all the credit.
My health anxiety. I am a bit of a hypochondriac. I hate that about myself and I’ve worked extensively in therapy on changing it.
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