Tariff Troubles: When Your Toothpaste Costs More Than Your Jimmy Choos

A Girl's Gotta Eat (and Brush!)

Darling did you ever think the words 'tariff' and 'toothpaste' would end up in the same sentence let alone affect my shoe budget? Apparently Procter & Gamble along with half the Fortune 500 are panicking about these tariffs. It's like being back in my closet staring at a mountain of clothes and declaring 'I have nothing to wear!' Except this time it's 'We have no profit!' and the only cure isn't retail therapy but… well I haven't figured that out yet. Maybe more cosmos?

The Uncertainty Principle: Is it Fashionable?

The real killer it seems is the uncertainty. It's like dating a guy who says he'll call and then… crickets. You’re left wondering if you should buy that new dress for the date that may never happen or save your money for... well more cosmos! Companies are feeling the same way. They're hesitant to invest and consumers are hoarding their cash like it's the last Manolo Blahnik on sale. The horror!

Avocados Aircraft and Angst

It's not just luxury items. Even everyday essentials are getting caught in this tangled web. Coffee board games and even freaking AIRCRAFT are more expensive! Robert Isom from American Airlines said it best: 'Aircraft cost too much already.' Preach darling preach! It's like trying to hail a cab in the rain – you know you need it but the price is enough to make you consider walking in those aforementioned Jimmy Choos.

Will My Latte Cost More Than My Rent?

P&G Keurig Dr Pepper Hasbro… they're all hinting at raising prices. Will my morning latte cost more than my rent? Will I have to choose between a clean apartment and caffeine? These are the questions that keep a girl up at night. Jon Moeller from P&G suggests 'sourcing options.' Is that code for 'Maybe we'll just sell slightly smaller tubes of toothpaste'? I wouldn't put it past them.

The Consumer Confidence Crisis: Time for a New Handbag?

Consumer sentiment is plummeting. It's lower than my patience after a bad hair day. People are pulling back their spending fearing inflation job losses and… *gasp*… a recession! It's like everyone's collectively decided to stay home in sweatpants instead of hitting the town in stilettos. Where's the fun in that? Maybe a new handbag will boost morale?

Burritos and Brooding: A Match Made in Recession?

Even Chipotle is feeling the heat. Apparently people are cutting back on burritos! Is nothing sacred? If people aren’t treating themselves to guacamole and chips then things are truly dire. It's like saying no to a second date with Aidan – completely understandable on some levels but ultimately depressing. The economy like my love life is complicated messy and occasionally leaves you with a bad taste in your mouth.