It's a strange, strange world we live in, Master Jack.

Wednesday, December 3, 2014

Because you're worth it

From Neiman Marcus (who else?) for Christmas 2014:

Bespoke Fragrance from The House of Creed (Including a Fragrance Consultation and Trip to Paris)

 Image via Neiman Marcus

Price: $475,000
Description Highlights:
  • “Everything from your clothing to the decor in your home suits you perfectly. Isn't it time you had a signature scent that does the same?"
  • “You'll meet with sixth-generation Master Perfumer Olivier Creed to create (like kings, queens, and other prestigious clientele before you) the ultimate custom scent."
  •  "While in The City of Light, you and a guest will dine with Olivier, enjoy five-star accommodations, white-glove car service, private tours, and other experiences befitting the royally amazing you."
Damien's note: According to the USDA, in 2013 it cost a family of four in the United States about $289 to eat well for a week. For the amount of this Neiman Marcus gift, you could feed 1,643 such families for one week. Or one such family for over thirty years. A frugal family of four was said to be able to eat for $146 a week. In that case, you could feed 3,253 families for a week, or one family for  62 years. But you might then never get to meet M. Greed. I mean, M. Creed.

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