What $1,760 Will Get You For An NYC Studio Apartment | Sweet Digs | Refinery29

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  • Опубликовано: 29 янв 2025

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  • @refinery29
    @refinery29  3 года назад +6

    Watch more Sweet Digs here: ruclips.net/p/PLJEQBmLpTgd_OriL0srVHWGDzfqGIdGyh

  • @tricksagogo
    @tricksagogo 3 года назад +624

    Really loved how she talked a lot about her personal life instead of just talking about the decor. She seems like a very interesting, inspiring, and strong person!

    • @ItsSamPalmer
      @ItsSamPalmer 3 года назад +5

      I literally thought the same thing!!!

    • @muhlaynee
      @muhlaynee 3 года назад +5

      Well there's not a lot of decor to talk about. I follow her on TikTok. She talks about body positivity, working at Google and becoming a micro influencer.

    • @keltoumnoury
      @keltoumnoury 3 года назад

      Her landlord must hate her

    • @stloudeby
      @stloudeby 3 года назад

      @@muhlaynee what is her name on Tiktok?

    • @oshinofalakoju5749
      @oshinofalakoju5749 2 года назад

      RIGHT!!! I loved this so much.

  • @emilysalce6491
    @emilysalce6491 3 года назад +322

    Much respect to her for her humble beginnings and boss mentality. She is goals and made stuff happen for herself and that's something no one can take away from her. Beautiful 🥰 love the style, you are a queen!

  • @mshaka5
    @mshaka5 3 года назад +213

    From another Black woman who grew up humbly: I love how you have celebrated and invested in yourself. Wishing you continued abundance and radiance. Also: I see the Telfar! 💕

    • @raynettewhitfield631
      @raynettewhitfield631 3 года назад +1

      It looked so cute on the self 😍

    • @DarkroomMedia007
      @DarkroomMedia007 3 года назад +1

      She's not black She's mixed. I'm pretty sure her dad is black and her mama's White. I could care less but mixed is not black.

  • @bintouj
    @bintouj 3 года назад +77

    I think she’s the first New Yorker who’s ever said they loved their bathroom! Gorgeous apartment! ❤️

  • @melindahmkhwanazi
    @melindahmkhwanazi 3 года назад +147

    She is gorgeous, her space is gorgeous and her life seems great too. Proud of her!!!!

  • @mialiyanage4882
    @mialiyanage4882 3 года назад +63

    I've been watching Sweet Digs for years and I'm so glad to see more episodes featuring POC and people from low-income backgrounds, and to hear them talk about their experiences. Makes the whole thing much more relatable and aspirational. Thank you Alexis!

  • @LolaGeek
    @LolaGeek 3 года назад +33

    Thus was one of the best home tours so far - and it was just a studio apartment! I love her attitude, and it was nice hearing someone speak more about themselves personally, and their thoughts behind why they chose to live the way they do.

  • @lolad6083
    @lolad6083 3 года назад +24

    Thank you for the representation of truly hard working young professionals who has never had parental support straight out the nest. ❤️ so proud of her!

  • @amandajohnson4428
    @amandajohnson4428 3 года назад +67

    You have a beautiful home! Kudos to you for working hard to get the life you dream and being a role model to your siblings. You’re doing a great job💕

  • @amelieflorelle
    @amelieflorelle 3 года назад +112

    She said: light 🌟 airy 🌱 CRISP 💎 uncluttered house, uncluttered mind 💆‍♀️

  • @colleenreid2429
    @colleenreid2429 3 года назад +11

    I am so appreciative of how honest this feature was! I loved it from start to finish. Each piece was intentional and carries meaning - well done Alexis! xx

  • @mkrowenp
    @mkrowenp 3 года назад +26

    She is an inspiration! Many don’t know what it’s truly like to take care of yourself with no support system

  • @rsking6729
    @rsking6729 3 года назад +51

    You go girl!!! I'm proud of you.

  • @michaelaharris6491
    @michaelaharris6491 3 года назад +20

    Ahhh the fact that I follow her on tik tok and now she’s featured on Refinery29!!! Yes girl I stan 💜

  • @ItsKIARAS
    @ItsKIARAS 3 года назад +41

    I’m obsessed with the pink dress she is wearing 🥰

  • @johnabrooke
    @johnabrooke 3 года назад +31

    The comment at the begging about the air fryer is the most true statement ever!!!

  • @madiej.7516
    @madiej.7516 3 года назад +16

    Your life represents SUCCESS! So proud of you and love your home. 😊

  • @TashanaMc13
    @TashanaMc13 3 года назад +48

    This is beautiful 😍
    I laughed when she said don't look closely at the backslash and then they put a close up shot🤣😅

  • @lauraisaza5416
    @lauraisaza5416 2 года назад +1

    When she said I don’t like when plant people putting plants everywhere and calling it decorum … I FELT THAT!!! Thank you

  • @bijoubijou7500
    @bijoubijou7500 3 года назад +12

    Great episode! Nice to see a more intimate side, which is rare. Alexis will be an inspiration to so many others who, despite humble beginnings, will surely succeed and add value to the world.

  • @shreyalove715
    @shreyalove715 3 года назад +53

    this apartment is really nice.

  • @BeccaP007
    @BeccaP007 3 года назад +16

    Love the space and her story! She really made it her own! 💫

  • @courtneec5326
    @courtneec5326 3 года назад +28

    This is so nice! I am so happy for her. What a nice apartment.

  • @newnew10
    @newnew10 3 года назад +11

    Love! I don't know if it's because I already know her from her own platforms, but this episode felt different, more real than others.

  • @dyamonjones7497
    @dyamonjones7497 3 года назад +57

    I love the Telfar bags as decorative pieces!

    • @TheDeeLarkin
      @TheDeeLarkin 3 года назад +1

      Where is this in the video? I must have missed it but am interested to see if you (or someone reading this) could link to me a video time? TYIA 😘🙌🏽☺️

  • @timeandplace4114
    @timeandplace4114 3 года назад

    You did a great job with the small space. The design/layout is the best studio ever. I remember my first apt, [ over 50 yrs ago ], it was a studio. I agree the worst thing was having the kitchen sitting there in the living space. I enjoyed your tour. You were delightful. I am 76, yet your "joie de vivre" and confidence reminded me of my younger self.
    Have a Happy, Healthy & Prosperous 2022.

  • @shaniabeste
    @shaniabeste 3 года назад +24

    Ahh I follow her on tiktok!! So proud

  • @sososanchez3512
    @sososanchez3512 3 года назад +50

    She started off small then invested .
    Beautiful Space.

  • @zayamorijemmott291
    @zayamorijemmott291 3 года назад +2

    Let me just say Refinery29,you guys have a youtube channel that is both interesting and entertaining to watch. You guys have topics about beauty,hair,self care,living on a budget,and what's in my bag.The diversity of these youtube videos are just amazing.😊👏

  • @glossysky.e
    @glossysky.e 3 года назад +212

    It’s such a fucked up thing that rent is this expensive for what used to be a poor part of Brooklyn. Growing up here, I would never have thought that mfs would charge this much to live in a small apartment. It makes me so mad 🤦🏽‍♀️

    • @chelacala7320
      @chelacala7320 3 года назад +42

      That’s gentrification for ya. These big name rich people create these buildings and charge so much for it. I don’t blame the people living in them, I blame the people who keep making these big ass luxury buildings

    • @pinkpanda5696
      @pinkpanda5696 3 года назад +23

      The same thing is happening where I live in Florida. Rents (and house prices) are skyrocketing. I have no idea where lower-income people are even going because it's happening in their areas too.

    • @glossysky.e
      @glossysky.e 3 года назад +18

      @@pinkpanda5696 factssss. That’s the whole point of it all though, to drive out the low income ppl to make way for the wealthy. The people who are supposed to ensure the best for us usually are just doing so to turn a profit on us 🤷🏽‍♀️ it’s a shame how little we’re taken into account and helped for that matter.

    • @kmonet7707
      @kmonet7707 3 года назад +6

      Same in the Nashville area, too.

    • @srikaransursure
      @srikaransursure 3 года назад +4

      For someone not from us I just assumed this was cheap before reading this comment.Is it really that expensive for Brooklyn?

  • @abokiyanalove9241
    @abokiyanalove9241 3 года назад

    Summer snow roses are my favorite. Girl you have a clean, cozy, and comfortable place. Seven siblings pic😊

  • @hunniekombs25
    @hunniekombs25 3 года назад +8

    I remember youuu!!!! I watched your apartment tour like 30 times! It was so nice! I like when you stopped by the mirror and gave yourself a little positive affirmation! (Typing before watching this video😂)

  • @pameladenise1452
    @pameladenise1452 3 года назад +1

    I not only love your apartment, I love you ! I don't know you but I am proud of you ! Keep going girl....you have more mountains to move.

  • @alison2304
    @alison2304 3 года назад +15

    Came here for the apartment tour and got so much more! Your story is amazing & so inspiring. Keep up the good work. I have teens and I encourage them to stay home & build up their savings and either go to college or get a trade. I watched this with them so they can see what hard work can do. Would love to follow your journey.

  • @joshuaquintanilla6577
    @joshuaquintanilla6577 3 года назад +20

    I love her!!!! I come from a similar background and this inspires me so much to continue to pursue a stable future for myself

    • @aic0809
      @aic0809 3 года назад +3

      You can do it!!! 🙌🏾🙌🏾

    • @refinery29
      @refinery29  3 года назад +1

      +joshuaquintanilla Best of luck on your journey!

    • @joshuaquintanilla6577
      @joshuaquintanilla6577 3 года назад +1

      @@refinery29 Thank you!

    • @joshuaquintanilla6577
      @joshuaquintanilla6577 3 года назад +2

      @@aic0809 Thank you!

    • @fim1968
      @fim1968 3 года назад +1

      Yeah but I would encourage you not to splurge on a perfect apartment like she is doing. Make sure you have enough savings so as to never go back to the way you grew up.

  • @AlyssaSimonne
    @AlyssaSimonne 3 года назад +2

    I appreciate that she is a businesswoman. and yes like others said she talked about her personal life and that she worked for everything she has love it 💕

  • @danabrown2492
    @danabrown2492 2 года назад

    I love how you talk about your background. I'm from the city of St.Louis so I understand where your coming from. Very nice apartment ❤️

  • @nazizaahmad1934
    @nazizaahmad1934 3 года назад

    This video has been my favorite one so far in this whole theme!

  • @jennifersutton3115
    @jennifersutton3115 Год назад

    Your apartment is very nice. What really matters to me is stories and character. You should be very proud of your accomplishments. Keep reaching your greater is near 🙏❤️

  • @astrophe-cat
    @astrophe-cat 3 года назад +8

    When I read the rent, I first thought it's for a pre-designed, furnished appartment. Hearing that it was just for the empty rooms, gee... well, very nicely done!

  • @pinkglitter4258
    @pinkglitter4258 3 года назад +16

    Beautiful apartment and very well decorated ❤️ she’s beautiful as well ❤️

  • @lt7153
    @lt7153 3 года назад +1

    Really nice space and I like the simple decor. Usually I hate studios but that one is really nice. Having a closed kitchen is really good.

  • @skylineemily
    @skylineemily 3 года назад +5

    She must have gotten this during Covid when rents were lower because as NYer, trust me, this is an insane deal given the location, apartment and luxury building.

  • @blossompaige2837
    @blossompaige2837 3 года назад +10

    Such a nice home & beautiful woman! What an amazing accomplishment ❤️

  • @deborahlundy6892
    @deborahlundy6892 2 года назад

    I did the same thing when I moved I got all new furniture. Your space is gorgeous

  • @sashaalexa8518
    @sashaalexa8518 3 года назад +6

    i remember watching her YT videos on this space! love to see it! 💕🤩

  • @paulinehendrix316
    @paulinehendrix316 3 года назад +6

    So cute. I can’t wait to get out of St. Louis too 😩

  • @zina6653
    @zina6653 3 года назад +5

    Love your apartment…very chic and glam…and glad you’re loving your space…Super cute Alexis🌸

  • @jeevaniv9692
    @jeevaniv9692 3 года назад +4

    Daymmm this is sooo satisfying, it's sooo dam clean

  • @katehipkin1039
    @katehipkin1039 3 года назад +9

    This is a really interesting human, I think she's going to continue to be very successful in life! My favourite bits are the gorgeous photo of her and her family and the pink OK hand! Great layout but I just couldn't handle no curtains, I'd probably get sheer linen floaty ones!🥰💖🌟

  • @jasmineroy9982
    @jasmineroy9982 3 года назад +1

    I always love seeing STLiens doing big things. Congratulations on all of Alexis's achievements! Good luck with her future endeavors

  • @louisematlock2491
    @louisematlock2491 3 года назад +1

    Oh she's wonderful. Totally deserves her lovely appartment and her privacy.

  • @nadiaali5022
    @nadiaali5022 3 года назад

    Very nice place. Wow I had a similar apt in the upper west side area 100th st and Amsterdam. I felt the same enthusiasm about the washer and dryer because its not a common thing in nyc Apts

  • @LivinginTyeland
    @LivinginTyeland 3 года назад +22

    I like her apartment!

  • @kaylamiller6281
    @kaylamiller6281 3 года назад +1

    Love this place. It’s tiny but seems like just enough space.

  • @agarcia7634
    @agarcia7634 3 года назад +1

    Yass I love her vibe, you go girl! All the blessings!!

  • @symirahg3305
    @symirahg3305 3 года назад

    Love seeing Alexis here!!

  • @michellemeyer1214
    @michellemeyer1214 3 года назад +8

    Honey.........you're place is absolutely beautiful!!!!!! And you are a BAD ASS for all of your accomplishments!

  • @eulaliahegner713
    @eulaliahegner713 3 года назад +5

    Congratulations to you!! Your apartment is beautiful ❤️

  • @jennifergraham612
    @jennifergraham612 3 года назад +1

    Beautiful home, light and airy.

  • @felicitywillboughby6901
    @felicitywillboughby6901 3 года назад

    Very proud of you!. You doing it for yourself, despite your tough upbringing. Thanks for a look into yr fabulous home.. 🌹🙏👌💃💕

  • @annouckamichel1
    @annouckamichel1 3 года назад +12

    Love her from TikTok!

  • @emulatemetheuniverse.3670
    @emulatemetheuniverse.3670 3 года назад

    Wow! My mom sent me this and you really did a beautiful job! Enjoy girl! You deserve it!🥰

  • @nettd3694
    @nettd3694 3 года назад

    That air fryer tip works great!

  • @adriannetaylor9885
    @adriannetaylor9885 3 года назад

    Your apartment is beautiful!!

  • @void________
    @void________ 3 года назад

    Those windows are everything!❣️

  • @8gagee
    @8gagee 3 года назад

    LOVE your digs!

  • @nyaradhiambo
    @nyaradhiambo 3 года назад +15

    She's so pretty.

  • @sunvavachi
    @sunvavachi 3 года назад

    For the price and where she is at that's awesome. Good for her. New York is expensive. She is pretty

  • @isa-qz8fg
    @isa-qz8fg 3 года назад +2

    Alexis Barber! Ive been following her for some time on Tik Tok and IG, love her

  • @bluesky5384
    @bluesky5384 3 года назад

    I haven’t had McDonalds in years because it makes me feel sick but maybe one day I’ll try it with your tip!

  • @kennedydumas6195
    @kennedydumas6195 3 года назад

    I am so proud of you!

  • @christinenicholls07
    @christinenicholls07 3 года назад +3

    I love your space! You have a really charismatic personality as well. 😊 May I please ask where you purchased your white desk and roll away underneath? It’s exactly what I have been looking for! Thank you and enjoy your day! 💐

  • @zzizahacallar
    @zzizahacallar 3 года назад +2

    I love your apartment! I strive for clutter free, with small children is difficult. Congratulations!

  • @jizzyg4119
    @jizzyg4119 3 года назад +1

    That pink dress is beautiful on her 😍

  • @annettekelton907
    @annettekelton907 3 года назад

    Beautiful space

  • @eleudis28
    @eleudis28 3 года назад +1

    Gorgeous space. Very loving and homey.

  • @carolynek1875
    @carolynek1875 2 года назад

    Your Place is beautiful and it's nice to see that you're where you're supposed to be or, I should say where you want
    To be.. you have arrived,!!

  • @FireCracker3240
    @FireCracker3240 3 года назад +2

    This is a beautiful apartment. She is absolutely right... $1760/mo. is a steal.

  • @SHAWNA499
    @SHAWNA499 3 года назад

    Congratulations.love the home.happy for you.

  • @blaakcoffee
    @blaakcoffee 3 года назад +1

    Love her dress as well.

  • @iwannaquit6200
    @iwannaquit6200 3 года назад +11

    ayyy!! nice apartment

  • @SA-nt9kl
    @SA-nt9kl 3 года назад

    Her story is very inspiring

  • @reneedennis2011
    @reneedennis2011 3 года назад

    Wow! Nice apartment and presentation!

  • @Deemce
    @Deemce 3 года назад

    Where did get your office chair from?

  • @ingrid17us
    @ingrid17us 3 года назад

    beautiful space that you created for yourself, Congratulations!!!

  • @MeShell93
    @MeShell93 3 года назад +2

    She’s great on TikTok! Def follow her

  • @eunicee999
    @eunicee999 3 года назад

    Wow that apartment is a steal! Beautiful space for sure.

  • @marjanifairchild2018
    @marjanifairchild2018 3 года назад +3

    Loved this one !

  • @margotexplainsitall
    @margotexplainsitall 3 года назад +2

    Gorgeous space! What an amazing achievement to have a beautiful apartment of your own, especially with a washer dryer 🤗😇

  • @ubmarina2890
    @ubmarina2890 3 года назад

    She is an inspiration 😊

  • @aelet17
    @aelet17 3 года назад +1

    God bless you and your future!

  • @avril14thlove
    @avril14thlove 3 года назад +19

    Good for her! Not a bad price for the space. I will say, I can’t understand her dislike of plants as decor? With a beautiful pot/planter, plants make for amazing decor!

    • @Sunshine4
      @Sunshine4 3 года назад +4

      Looks like that plant in the entry way is fake, probably been hurt by plants before. haha

    • @MeredithHammett
      @MeredithHammett 3 года назад

      Shes probably just mad that she has zero green thumb. 😂🤷‍♀️

    • @Rainsnowreadysetblow
      @Rainsnowreadysetblow 3 года назад +4

      It's called personal preference, genius. You don't need to understand it

    • @Hello-iz9hl
      @Hello-iz9hl 3 года назад

      I am a woman and I don't like plants either

  • @fashionforwarddd
    @fashionforwarddd Год назад

    Great economy of space ❤

  • @sadieireland8282
    @sadieireland8282 3 года назад +9

    I live on the Upper West Side of NYC; it's one of the best places to live! 💕☘️

  • @kristinrodriguezrealtordmv3434
    @kristinrodriguezrealtordmv3434 3 года назад

    I love her channel! This studio is beautiful. I love BK

  • @thoughts3897
    @thoughts3897 3 года назад

    Love your space. Love the photo of your siblings --I am one of 11 kids! (Also from the Lou!) :) You --and your space --beautiful!

  • @cocoajanelle
    @cocoajanelle 3 года назад

    Nice to see a fellow MLT alum!

  • @Rocioslane
    @Rocioslane 3 года назад

    You gave me so many ideas for my place, thanks for sharing! ♥️