TikTok user slams trolls for saying her $80 bag is not ‘luxury’

Mo’ money, mo’ problems?

A TikToker from Singapore has responded to trolls who shamed her for saying that her $80 bag is “luxury” — and is getting the last laugh now that the brand offered to take her out to lunch.

Zoe Gabriel, 17, shared a clip of herself earlier this week that has since gone viral, in which she gushes over a Charles & Keith purse she received from her dad.

“My first luxury bag,” she wrote on the video, which has since scored over 8 million views.

Users made their feelings known and mocked Gabriel for referring to the minimalist black bag as luxury. Singaporean brand Charles & Keith calls itself a “fast fashion luxury goods company.”

And while many negative comments seemed to have been deleted, other commenters came to her defense and instructed her not to waste time on the internet haters.

Gabriel then posted another video replying to one comment that said, “Who’s gonna tell her?”

In the snap, she discussed why she used the term “luxury” to describe her new fashion accessory.


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Gabriel broke down in tears over hurtful comments about her economic situation.
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“I am so happy and grateful for you, that you can consider Charles and Keith not a luxury. also btw if you google it, lots of sources do classify them as a luxury brand,” she captioned her explanation video response.

“Growing up, I did not have a lot. My family didn’t have a lot,” she said. “We couldn’t buy things as simple as bread.”

She then began to sob and said: “Your comment spoke volumes on how ignorant you seem because of your wealth. To you, an $80 bag may not be a luxury.”


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The user shared a clip earlier this week showing off her new black leather tote.
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“For me and my family, it is a lot, and I’m so grateful that my dad was able to get me one. He worked so hard for that money,” the social media influencer continued.

“I can’t believe I got hate over a bag that I was so excited to have,” she sighed.

Her clap-back post has garnered over 2 million views so far, and even caught the eye of Charles & Keith, which connected with Gabriel.

The brand told The Post that they are in “direct communication with Zoe and offered for her and her dad to meet our founders.”

“Our founders believe that our products should spark joy, empower fashion lovers and give them confidence, something we believe she presented eloquently in her video and for which, we are so grateful,” the statement continued. “Charles & Keith are also heartened to see so many, including some fans of the brand, come out in support with encouraging words for Zoe. A community that shows kindness and compassion is exactly what the world needs today and what the brand stands for.”


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Gabriel scored a black Charles & Keith purse from her dad.
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Gabriel also received love and support from fans, who further defended her. “U do not deserve any of the hate, it’s ridiculous. I’m so happy for you with your new bag,” someone penned in the comments section.

“Having that bag right now as a gift at your age is definitely a luxury! Go girl!” another person applauded.

“Hey gurl, you don’t owe anyone an explanation,” chimed in another. “Let them stay pressed. You’re gorgeous and the bag is gorgeous.”

While it’s unclear if Gabriel was working with the brand, a Charles & Keith spokesperson told The Post: “Our heart really went out to Zoe when we saw the videos and comments – there is no place for bullying, be it online or offline – but we were so impressed with the grace and humility in how she handled the situation, displaying wisdom far beyond her years and values that resonated with us greatly. Her parents deserve much credit and must be proud to have raised such a grounded, resilient young woman.”

“A community that shows kindness and compassion is exactly what the world needs today and what the brand stands for,” the rep told the outlet.