Money Talks, Darling — and Tori Dunlap Says Listen

Word around the SugarBowl is that money can’t buy happiness — but it can buy freedom, control, and the kind of confidence that makes you glow without highlighter. And no one says it better (or louder) than Tori Dunlap in Financial Feminist*, a pink-covered call to arms for every woman who’s ever been told she’s “bad with money.”

Forget the bland budgeting books written by men who think oat milk lattes are the reason women can’t afford houses. Dunlap isn’t your dad’s financial advisor — she’s the friend who tells you to max out your Roth IRA and dump the man who won’t split the bill. Founder of Her First $100K and certified internet phenomenon, she built a brand on one radical truth: financial literacy is feminist. And honestly? She’s right.

At its core, Financial Feminist isn’t just about saving or investing. It’s about taking your power back — whether that means walking away from a man, a job, or a life that doesn’t serve you. Dunlap breaks down the mechanics of money like she’s passing you the answers to the final exam of adulthood — credit scores, emergency funds, investing, and how to talk about money without sounding “greedy” (translation: confident).

For SugarBow readers, this is practically sacred text. Because the truth is, every sugar baby’s glow-up starts with one thing: control. Control of your image, your time, your emotions — and yes, your money. Dunlap’s message is that wealth isn’t about luxury; it’s about leverage. The kind that turns “Can you help me?” into “Watch me.”

💎 The SugarBow Takeaway

• Independence Is the Real Luxury.Dunlap makes a bold claim — financial freedom is the ultimate feminist act. For the SugarBow crowd, that’s gospel. It’s not about depending on a partner’s generosity; it’s about using opportunities to build something of your own. When you can pay your rent and your manicure bill, you’re untouchable.

• Boundaries = Bank Account Protection.Whether it’s negotiating your rates or setting emotional limits, Dunlap reminds us that boundaries are currency. She gives practical scripts for asking for raises or splitting expenses — lessons every SugarBaby can remix into real life. Because knowing your worth isn’t just about money; it’s about energy.

• Confidence Comes From Clarity.Dunlap doesn’t talk down to her readers — she talks with them. She knows the power that comes from understanding terms like “compound interest” and “index funds.” Knowledge replaces fear, and suddenly you’re not “lucky” to have money — you’re intentional about it.

Tori’s voice is warm, witty, and a little bit Girlboss — in the best way. She blends humor with hard facts, making topics like credit utilization feel almost… sexy. But at times, her tone flirts with cliché, repeating mantras we’ve heard before from the empowerment industrial complex. Still, her sincerity wins out. You can tell she’s not selling hustle culture — she’s selling liberation.

If you’re already deep in the world of financial TikTok, some advice might feel familiar. But for most readers — especially those learning to separate “provider” from “power” — it’s the perfect first step toward true financial autonomy. To buy a copy of Financial Feminist...click here*

The Final Word

Financial Feminist is the rare money book that doesn’t make you feel like a failure. It feels like brunch with your smartest friend — the one who orders champagne and still tips 25%. Dunlap turns financial literacy into an act of rebellion, and in a world where women are still told to be grateful, that’s deliciously subversive.

So whether you’re stacking cash from your day job or your date nights, remember this: true luxury isn’t Chanel — it’s financial freedom. And baby, that’s the real bag.

Until our next read...stay smart and stay sexy

XOXO,

-The SugarBow Society

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