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@tricksagogo
3 жыл бұрын
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
3 жыл бұрын
I literally thought the same thing!!!
@muhlaynee
3 жыл бұрын
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
3 жыл бұрын
Her landlord must hate her
@stloudeby
3 жыл бұрын
@@muhlaynee what is her name on Tiktok?
@oshinofalakoju5749
2 жыл бұрын
RIGHT!!! I loved this so much.
@mshaka5
3 жыл бұрын
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
2 жыл бұрын
It looked so cute on the self 😍
@DarkroomMedia007
2 жыл бұрын
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.
@emilysalce6491
3 жыл бұрын
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!
@bintouj7990
3 жыл бұрын
I think she’s the first New Yorker who’s ever said they loved their bathroom! Gorgeous apartment! ❤️
@amelieflorelle
3 жыл бұрын
She said: light 🌟 airy 🌱 CRISP 💎 uncluttered house, uncluttered mind 💆♀️
@amandajohnson4428
3 жыл бұрын
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💕
@glossysky.e
3 жыл бұрын
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
3 жыл бұрын
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
3 жыл бұрын
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
3 жыл бұрын
@@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
3 жыл бұрын
Same in the Nashville area, too.
@srikaransursure
3 жыл бұрын
For someone not from us I just assumed this was cheap before reading this comment.Is it really that expensive for Brooklyn?
@melindahmkhwanazi
3 жыл бұрын
She is gorgeous, her space is gorgeous and her life seems great too. Proud of her!!!!
@TashanaMc13
3 жыл бұрын
This is beautiful 😍 I laughed when she said don't look closely at the backslash and then they put a close up shot🤣😅
@mialiyanage4882
3 жыл бұрын
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
3 жыл бұрын
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.
@ItsKIARAS
3 жыл бұрын
I’m obsessed with the pink dress she is wearing 🥰
@bitsandpieces8042
3 жыл бұрын
Can't tAke my eyes off it
@lolad6083
3 жыл бұрын
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!
@michaelaharris6491
3 жыл бұрын
Ahhh the fact that I follow her on tik tok and now she’s featured on Refinery29!!! Yes girl I stan 💜
@rsking6729
3 жыл бұрын
You go girl!!! I'm proud of you.
@nyaradhiambo
3 жыл бұрын
Seven siblings 😲😲😲 That's tough if you are not from a wealthy family and you are trying to be successful.
@Proudnerd2013
3 жыл бұрын
I’m the youngest of 10. Manu of us have masters one brother has a PhD. Definitely learned the worth of a dollar
@shreyalove715
3 жыл бұрын
this apartment is really nice.
@mkrowenp
3 жыл бұрын
She is an inspiration! Many don’t know what it’s truly like to take care of yourself with no support system
@madiej.7516
3 жыл бұрын
Your life represents SUCCESS! So proud of you and love your home. 😊
@johnabrooke
3 жыл бұрын
The comment at the begging about the air fryer is the most true statement ever!!!
@skylineemily
2 жыл бұрын
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.
@courtneec5326
3 жыл бұрын
This is so nice! I am so happy for her. What a nice apartment.
@colleenreid2429
3 жыл бұрын
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
@shaniabeste
3 жыл бұрын
Ahh I follow her on tiktok!! So proud
@sososanchez3512
3 жыл бұрын
She started off small then invested . Beautiful Space.
@pinkglitter4258
3 жыл бұрын
Beautiful apartment and very well decorated ❤️ she’s beautiful as well ❤️
@newnew10
3 жыл бұрын
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
3 жыл бұрын
I love the Telfar bags as decorative pieces!
@TheDeeLarkin
3 жыл бұрын
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 😘🙌🏽☺️
@michellemeyer1214
3 жыл бұрын
Honey.........you're place is absolutely beautiful!!!!!! And you are a BAD ASS for all of your accomplishments!
@bijoubijou7500
3 жыл бұрын
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.
@BeccaP007
3 жыл бұрын
Love the space and her story! She really made it her own! 💫
@joshuaquintanilla6577
3 жыл бұрын
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
3 жыл бұрын
You can do it!!! 🙌🏾🙌🏾
@refinery29
3 жыл бұрын
+joshuaquintanilla Best of luck on your journey!
@joshuaquintanilla6577
3 жыл бұрын
@@refinery29 Thank you!
@joshuaquintanilla6577
3 жыл бұрын
@@aic0809 Thank you!
@fim1968
3 жыл бұрын
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.
@hunniekombs25
3 жыл бұрын
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😂)
@MickeyAndMore
3 жыл бұрын
Gentrification in a video.
@LivinginTyeland
3 жыл бұрын
I like her apartment!
@katehipkin1039
3 жыл бұрын
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!🥰💖🌟
@astrophe-cat
3 жыл бұрын
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!
@blossompaige2837
3 жыл бұрын
Such a nice home & beautiful woman! What an amazing accomplishment ❤️
@nyaradhiambo
3 жыл бұрын
She's so pretty.
@DarkroomMedia007
2 жыл бұрын
Wait a minute, how did $2,500 a month get transformed into $1,700 a month because she has two months free? Where did that math come from, it's misleading.
@iwannaquit6200
3 жыл бұрын
ayyy!! nice apartment
@MeredithHammett
3 жыл бұрын
Hmmm. My plants are not decor. They are my babies.
@paulinehendrix316
3 жыл бұрын
So cute. I can’t wait to get out of St. Louis too 😩
@zina6653
3 жыл бұрын
Love your apartment…very chic and glam…and glad you’re loving your space…Super cute Alexis🌸
@sashaalexa8518
3 жыл бұрын
i remember watching her YT videos on this space! love to see it! 💕🤩
@lauraisaza5416
2 жыл бұрын
When she said I don’t like when plant people putting plants everywhere and calling it decorum … I FELT THAT!!! Thank you
@annouckamichel1
3 жыл бұрын
Love her from TikTok!
@charlonnaruiters3730
3 жыл бұрын
What’s her tiktok handle?
@gemmerouge8828
3 жыл бұрын
@@charlonnaruiters3730 alexisbarber
@alison2304
3 жыл бұрын
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.
@avril14thlove
3 жыл бұрын
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
3 жыл бұрын
Looks like that plant in the entry way is fake, probably been hurt by plants before. haha
@MeredithHammett
3 жыл бұрын
Shes probably just mad that she has zero green thumb. 😂🤷♀️
@Rainsnowreadysetblow
3 жыл бұрын
It's called personal preference, genius. You don't need to understand it
@Hello-iz9hl
2 жыл бұрын
I am a woman and I don't like plants either
@eulaliahegner713
3 жыл бұрын
Congratulations to you!! Your apartment is beautiful ❤️
@dianadundidit5343
3 жыл бұрын
Similar decor to all these other KZitemrs and Instagrammers. Especially that rug, couch, plant, desk,bed just everything
@divatesteddivaapproved
3 жыл бұрын
Does everyone have that sane rug? I swear I see it in every KZitem video.
@dianadundidit5343
3 жыл бұрын
@@divatesteddivaapproved they do! Every apartment is similar!
@christinenicholls07
3 жыл бұрын
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! 💐
@FireCracker3240
3 жыл бұрын
This is a beautiful apartment. She is absolutely right... $1760/mo. is a steal.
@SaharaKnows
3 жыл бұрын
The months aren’t free. They just stretch it over more months.
@Rainsnowreadysetblow
3 жыл бұрын
Exactly
@rebecca7051
3 жыл бұрын
Did she say she doesn’t know her multiplication tables?
@zayamorijemmott291
3 жыл бұрын
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.😊👏
@shabrinaz9877
3 жыл бұрын
Cant imagine paying that much for a studio. Thats so F'd up
@zzizahacallar
3 жыл бұрын
For NY it's decently priced, she has a washer and dryer included.
@shabrinaz9877
3 жыл бұрын
@@zzizahacallar ya but its still Brooklyn.. She is supposed to be able to at least save up for a small 2 bedroom home if She had to take 40minute to the city.
@lolad6083
3 жыл бұрын
@@shabrinaz9877 different strokes for different folks. I prefer to live closer to where I play. Commuting 40mins back and forth may be good for you and a nightmare for someone else.
@jeevaniv9692
3 жыл бұрын
Daymmm this is sooo satisfying, it's sooo dam clean
@isa-qz8fg
3 жыл бұрын
Alexis Barber! Ive been following her for some time on Tik Tok and IG, love her
@cristinacano7853
3 жыл бұрын
Talking about the interior design of the apartment, for me is too simple. But on the other hand, is so cool that she has achieved all of this by herself.
@caylaclarke
3 жыл бұрын
It has zero personality or visual interest
@cristinacano7853
3 жыл бұрын
@@caylaclarke I totaly agree
@tee6ix66
2 жыл бұрын
The apartment is to small the white simplistic look makes it look a lot bigger .
@bradrigsby8808
3 жыл бұрын
Did she say poor AND boarding school?
@divatesteddivaapproved
3 жыл бұрын
I caught that too. Like those two things don’t go together. I need more of the story. I missed a few episodes.
@sleepnbeau823
3 жыл бұрын
"Definitely... Probably aren't... At least I hope..." 😆😆😆 That got less and less sure as she kept talking
@mariereid2493
3 жыл бұрын
I'm from BK, I'm soo glad I moved out of BK to Jersey City, In order to stop paying expensive rent and save my money for a down payment to own a condo. Your rent is mortgage .
@zzizahacallar
3 жыл бұрын
I love your apartment! I strive for clutter free, with small children is difficult. Congratulations!
@Cb22075
2 жыл бұрын
But what?? Am I the only one like, how in the world does she have a luxury apt for $1,700?!? In a prime location? I'm just confused... Can anyone shed light??... And in NYC where rents are crazy.. I just don't get it, am I way off or what is it?? I thought a place like that would be like 3 grand a month, or at least that's what it would be where I am in LA, and I thought NY was even more. I'm so confused!
@pameladenise1452
2 жыл бұрын
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.
@margotexplainsitall
3 жыл бұрын
Gorgeous space! What an amazing achievement to have a beautiful apartment of your own, especially with a washer dryer 🤗😇
@danabrown2492
2 жыл бұрын
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 ❤️
@JamesB02
2 жыл бұрын
Alexis has really decorated her studio apartment very nicely. Its actually roomy which is surprising to me.
@void________
3 жыл бұрын
It's New York...they're watching you.
@Sugarrushdesigns
3 жыл бұрын
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 💕
@dkcmusic
3 жыл бұрын
Clickbait. The apartment is $2500. ...and it’s a studio.
@jennifersutton3115
Жыл бұрын
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 🙏❤️
@ActuallyAstin
3 жыл бұрын
First‼️
@amazingisbrooke
3 жыл бұрын
Where you been at?! 🤔😩
@ActuallyAstin
3 жыл бұрын
@@amazingisbrooke No you didn’t!😩😂 I’ve been busy with these chillun Chile. I’m coming back soon though.👀
@carolynek1875
2 жыл бұрын
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,!!
@kaylamiller6281
3 жыл бұрын
Love this place. It’s tiny but seems like just enough space.
@tmd1993
3 жыл бұрын
She’s great on TikTok! Def follow her
@tee6ix66
2 жыл бұрын
Wtf $1760-2500 for a studio and it looks like it’s only 300-400 feet ! smh
@bluesky5384
2 жыл бұрын
I haven’t had McDonalds in years because it makes me feel sick but maybe one day I’ll try it with your tip!
@sadieireland8282
3 жыл бұрын
I live on the Upper West Side of NYC; it's one of the best places to live! 💕☘️
@lisajohnson521
3 жыл бұрын
2 grand for a studio. No thanks New York City. It's becoming expensive to live anywhere these days though. However, she has it decorated very nice. It's her space and she's rocking it.
@skylineemily
2 жыл бұрын
This is a super good deal for NYC and specifically that location. She also said it's a luxury building which means gym, doorman, etc. It looked like she also has W/D in unit which is amazing for NYC apartments.
@nadiaali5022
2 жыл бұрын
Very nice place. Wow I had a similar apt in the upper west side area 100th st and Amsterdam. I felt the same enthusiasm about the washer and dryer because its not a common thing in nyc Apts
@MadameTeresa
3 жыл бұрын
Love her and the apartment, but girl, the backsplash LOL
@cliodhna2548
3 жыл бұрын
Humble beginnings.......and she went to boarding school??
@tc47440
3 жыл бұрын
She explained that in her KZitem channel. I believe she was on scholarship if I remember correctly.
@cliodhna2548
3 жыл бұрын
Oh i see! Obviously a bright girl!
@lt7153
3 жыл бұрын
Really nice space and I like the simple decor. Usually I hate studios but that one is really nice. Having a closed kitchen is really good.
@louisematlock2491
3 жыл бұрын
Oh she's wonderful. Totally deserves her lovely appartment and her privacy.
@creepin93
2 жыл бұрын
1,760$ is the price for the female in the picture?
@AlannaMonet
3 жыл бұрын
Ok I’m becoming a content creator on top of my full time job…. This one job paying the bills is for the birds!
@jasmineroy9982
3 жыл бұрын
I always love seeing STLiens doing big things. Congratulations on all of Alexis's achievements! Good luck with her future endeavors
@randomsarcasm2022
3 жыл бұрын
This is cute and very affordable!
@MeredithHammett
3 жыл бұрын
Affordable???
@randomsarcasm2022
3 жыл бұрын
@@MeredithHammett Yes, very affordable!
@skylineemily
2 жыл бұрын
@@MeredithHammett you don't know NYC - this is definitely affordable with the size, amenities, and location. Easily could be 2500 or 3k.
@drejaa5466
3 жыл бұрын
DO ME NEXT I PAY 1500 in SEATTLE FOR A PENTHOUSE
@timeandplace4114
2 жыл бұрын
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.
@Ange-ns5be
3 жыл бұрын
lol we can see youre not a plant girl with your fake plant.
@jennifergraham612
3 жыл бұрын
Beautiful home, light and airy.
@teressacooks7928
2 жыл бұрын
They're watching you! Especialy if you are wearing that dress 😆 But seriously, very nice diggs! Congrat's on creating a space that makes you feel good.
@abokiyanalove9241
2 жыл бұрын
Summer snow roses are my favorite. Girl you have a clean, cozy, and comfortable place. Seven siblings pic😊
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