Son is 16, best friend is 17, they go to the same high school. Best friend’s family’s wealthy. He bought son a brand new iPhone 16 Pro Max & a pair of AirPods Pro 2, so they can “match”. Son’s obviously very happy, but I think it’s a bit too much. I called the parents and they said it’s fine, it’s just pocket change.
We’re doing fine, better than most, and my son has a friend whose family is just plain rich. They know the difference, and it’s occasionally a weird space to navigate.
But as long as they talk about it openly and honestly, they’ll figure it out.
Inviting someone out on your yacht is one thing, but furnishing them with luxury gifts is another. I’m not sure I can explain why. But rich friends need to know how to toe that line.
Inviting friends to a holiday and pay their hotel is weird. buying holiday home and inviting them to spend this week in the bahamas is totally normal & accpetable.
at least that’s how I feel.