The New Luxury in 2026: Experiences, Micro-Upgrades, and Where a Custom Metal Card Fits In

Luxury changed. Your wallet needs to catch up. For a long time, “luxury” meant: Big logos Rare bags Expensive watches Flexing things most people couldn’t afford But if you’ve been paying attention the last few years, you’ve seen the shift: People are more cautious about dropping thousands on status objects. Travel, food, and experiences are where people actually want to spend. The new flex is: “I live well, but I’m […]

Why Metal Cards Still Matter in 2025: The Psychology Behind the “Plunk Factor”

Why metal cards still matter (and why they’re not going away) If you caught our last article on loud budgeting and metal debit cards, you already know the new flex isn’t debt, it’s discipline with style. If you missed it, start there: Loud Budgeting, Quiet Flex: How a Custom Metal Debit Card Lets You Show Off and Stay Out of Debt. This time, let’s zoom in on a different question: […]