haruki, NO! you are helping me confirm that one of my most popular conscience-easing excuses is actually valid! 
thought i'd like to add just bc ppl spend a lot or not doesn't mean they are rich or poor.. just indicator of their spending habit.. i hate if i say "i spent too much last month" someone might say "whatever you can afford it". hey maybe you saved up a lot or gave up some stuff to get something you really love!
moda junkie - you might want to check out the 'defending your fashion interest' thread.

thought i'd like to add just bc ppl spend a lot or not doesn't mean they are rich or poor.. just indicator of their spending habit.. i hate if i say "i spent too much last month" someone might say "whatever you can afford it". hey maybe you saved up a lot or gave up some stuff to get something you really love!
moda junkie - you might want to check out the 'defending your fashion interest' thread.