Well said! That memory of sydneysiders with their expensive stuff is important. Although I agree one shouldn't attach ethical values to objects, especially something as frivolous as clothing. We are not what we wear. This being said, I sometimes wonder if it's morally and socially wise to buy cheap knockoffs (the Temu stuff) to save a few dollars. I would feel sad knowing someone is ripping a small business design on the other side of the world. (not talking about big brands here, Dior can afford not to have me buy a bag)
Oooh, this is so interesting! I’m an “it depends” kinda girl. I never want to pay full-price, but I will if it’s a unique item or I know I won’t come across it again. I will pay a lot of money for furniture, bedding, food and travel (business class only across the pond). But it’s very difficult for me to spend a lot of money on clothes. Anything $50 or more makes me cringe, though I will up it to $100 for shoes. I rarely buy drugstore makeup and my purses tend to cost a lot, but TJ Maxx has ruined me when it comes to home decor items. I just can’t justify paying a lot for that - even Target home decor is too expensive sometimes! So I don’t know…I think it just depends what it is and what value I’m getting out of it. So I guess I shop by “value”, not “cost”.
Well said! That memory of sydneysiders with their expensive stuff is important. Although I agree one shouldn't attach ethical values to objects, especially something as frivolous as clothing. We are not what we wear. This being said, I sometimes wonder if it's morally and socially wise to buy cheap knockoffs (the Temu stuff) to save a few dollars. I would feel sad knowing someone is ripping a small business design on the other side of the world. (not talking about big brands here, Dior can afford not to have me buy a bag)
Oooh, this is so interesting! I’m an “it depends” kinda girl. I never want to pay full-price, but I will if it’s a unique item or I know I won’t come across it again. I will pay a lot of money for furniture, bedding, food and travel (business class only across the pond). But it’s very difficult for me to spend a lot of money on clothes. Anything $50 or more makes me cringe, though I will up it to $100 for shoes. I rarely buy drugstore makeup and my purses tend to cost a lot, but TJ Maxx has ruined me when it comes to home decor items. I just can’t justify paying a lot for that - even Target home decor is too expensive sometimes! So I don’t know…I think it just depends what it is and what value I’m getting out of it. So I guess I shop by “value”, not “cost”.
Yes shopping by value is a good way to be I think! Thanks for reading Sandra ❤️
I identify with this very much. I’m cheap and proud. If something is half off I want another half off and so on.
Haha yes! Discount junkies for the win 😆