I Blame Watching the Real Housewives for My Financial Delusions

Somehow, the more I watch, the more I convince myself that I also need a statement bag, a charcuterie spread, and at least one more fur trimmed coat – even though I have nowhere to wear it. It’s not just that I watch The Real Housewives – I’ve imagined myself as one of them, swept up in the illusion of their glamorous lifestyles. And I’d be lying if I said it hasn’t influenced my spending habits in real life.

I Blame the Housewives for My Expensive Taste

It’s not just that I watch The Real Housewives – I'm embarrassed to admit I live vicariously through them. While they spend their days brunching at posh cafes, I’m also craving a mimosa-fueled breakfast. When they waltz through designer boutiques with personal shoppers, I find myself browsing online – which, let’s be honest, usually leads to me adding something to my cart. And don’t get me started on dinner parties. I barely have guests over, though I’m convinced I could put together an entire tablescape with a signature cocktail on short notice (and with the right budget).

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I’ve even started treating my cocktails like a status symbol. No more basic vodka sodas – unless it’s served in a crystal glass, garnished with fresh herbs, and stirred in front of me by a mixologist, then is it even worth the (overpriced) price tag?

I Keep Up with the Housewives Even When I Shouldn’t

I’ll likely never know what it’s like to be a Housewife. I’ll probably never have a closet full of designer clothes or a personal chef preparing my meals (unless Uber Eats counts). But the show has convinced me that I should at least try – or aspire to. I know it’s a bit ridiculous, but that’s part of the fun, isn't it? I don’t need a handbag that costs more than my rent. And maybe a grocery store cheese board is good enough. But if watching The Real Housewives has taught me anything, it’s that life is too short not to indulge. So, if you need me, I’ll be sipping an overpriced latte at a fancy café, pretending I have a Bravo camera crew following me around. The Real Housewives of Miami (as well as other The Real Housewives franchise seasons) is available to stream on Peacock and Bravo in the U.S.