It's been nearly a decade since Claudia Gough shopped fast fashion.

Instead, the 29-year-old public relations manager for Benefit Cosmetics has focused on investing in mindful, high-quality pieces that will last her a lifetime — or at least, longer than average.

Speaking with Business Insider, Gough, who lives in Australia, said she loves "the concept of micro-luxuries," which she described as "small indulgences that don't have to cost a fortune, but really enhance your day-to-day life."

For Gough, that includes leather ballet flats, a personalized hairbrush, and even a fancy car air freshener.

"It's taken years to build a wardrobe and home like this, and I definitely don't take it for granted," she said. "I'm very aware that these things aren't necessities. But for me, they're small m

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