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INFLUENCERS

Fashion Influencer Burglarized

INFLUENCERS LOVE documenting their lavish lifestyle and their expansive designer handbag collections . So it ’ s no surprise that the world is clued into their lives , which sometimes grabs some unwanted attention and puts the influencers at risk of being robbed . In a recent event , Tamara Kalinic , who is a fashion influencer , was recently burglarized — and this was not her first time . Imagine collecting unique limitededition bags for years and having them all gone in a matter of seconds while on vacation or out for an event . Her handbag collection was estimated to be worth over $ 500,000 ! Although the handbags are just material items , there is still that financial and mental aspect that affects the victim .
We see this all too often because of how much information people are posting publicly on social media . Here are some tips we recommend to prevent such incidents : do not share real-time stories or updates . If you are on vacation , do not post on your Snapchat , IG stories , or any other social media platform where you are away from your home . This gives burglars an easy window to plan an invasion knowing you are not home and that the way is clear for them to empty your closets . Instead , post pictures and videos of places only when you have left them to mislead potential thieves . The same goes for announcing any upcoming events you might be attending . If you are excited about going to an all-day event , it might be a wise decision not to announce it . But if you need to , then at least have extra security in place .
Be careful who you invite to your home . Whether it ’ s a party , a dinner , or a small get-together , sometimes our friends and family don ’ t know that their location is turned on and they might think it ’ s just a harmless snap , video , or tag . But it only takes that one stalker to easily find out where you live . For example , if one of your friends or family members happens to snap a video or picture outside your home or the surrounding area , then it is like giving your address to those thieves on a silver platter .
Don ’ t make your routine obvious online . If you go to the gym every morning , try to avoid the time stamp filter that indicates the current date and time because someone might find out what times you are always out and away from your home . If you go to work every day , try not to make it obvious what your work schedule is like . This will prevent burglars from knowing your schedule and what times you are always away .
These are some tips we recommend if you like to showcase your beautiful luxury collection online . Aside from these great tips to keep you safe , we have also noticed a lot of our clients have been downgrading their closets and becoming minimalist . They have simplified their closets to just the basics and essential handbags that are versatile and that they can wear most often . They are still getting the benefits of wearing fun , trendy bags and refreshing their closet by renting !
You know what they say : “ Don ’ t put all your eggs in one basket .” This is what we are trying to say here . Don ’ t put all your money into your closet ! Imagine refreshing your closet with something new every week , month , or season without hoarding or running out of closet space .
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