Lawyer joked about buying a husband with a million dollars

In a lighthearted reflection from 2012, Icelandic lawyer Thora Hallgrimsdottir humorously declared she would "buy a husband" if she had a million dollars to spare. She clarified this meant acquiring a man, or woman, to manage her finances and pay off debts, with any remaining funds to be spent on travel.

At the time, Hallgrimsdottir was single and candidly discussed her spending habits, admitting to overspending at cafes, bars, and restaurants. She playfully countered the suggestion that her spending was excessive, calling it a matter of definition.

Looking back, Hallgrimsdottir also identified her "worst purchase" as a collection of clothes bought for specific events that remained unworn. Her "best purchase" was a piece of art by the late Birgir Andrésson, acquired shortly before his passing.

Now happily married, Hallgrimsdottir's past statements offer a humorous glimpse into her financial perspectives and personal life during that period. The interview was resurfaced as part of Smartland's 15th-anniversary celebration, revisiting memorable moments from the past.