Comments on: Building a Better Wardrobe

By: Daisy

Daisy — Sat, 17 Aug 2013 02:11:40 +0000

In reply to Linet. Yes! Totally agree, Linet. There's always, always, something nicer and better that comes along. Good job not spending. I agree with the last sentiment the very most. Designer doesn't even mean it's good quality!

By: Linet

Linet — Fri, 16 Aug 2013 22:13:19 +0000

Interestingly, I’ve managed to stick to my 2013 new years resolution (it’s now August). What was it? – NO BUYING ANY CLOTHING WHATSOEVER, also no make up OR accessories for the ENTIRE YEAR. I’ve always hated shopping because I have always been able to tell how poorly clothes at the mall are made – with the recent economy, they’ve only gotten worse. Trends make them seem ok but when you look at it (blouses and tops that have 0 darting or fitting because they are the “loose” look) it really looks good on only 2% of ppl.

I was tired of spending money on these pieces out of pure habit and realized that i hated almost everything in my closet a month after I bought it. Now I’m really excited about tailoring clothing and have realized that instead of buying new things, I will just re-design and re-tailor the ones I have already. (It helps that my aunt is an EXCEPTIONAL tailor – and if your in the Los Angeles area, comment on this post and I’ll get you her #).

Anyway, I haven’t shopped in 8 months now and am planning on sticking to my guns until the end! It’s frustrating at times and I’ve recently found a GORGEOUS red blazer by Tahari that is worth the $100 bucks – but I think that what I’ve learned most is that the world will NOT end if I don’t get that particular item at that particular moment…. something nicer and better comes along – always. 🙂

PS – buying well made clothing does NOT mean designer only.

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By: mochimac @ save. spend. splurge.

mochimac @ save. spend. splurge. — Sun, 19 May 2013 00:44:28 +0000

I do agree that natural fabrics last longer. I buy silk, cotton or linen now. That’s not to say that SOME of my polyester stuff hasn’t gone the round, but I’m also trying to not buy things that are plastic.

Thank you for the mention!

By: Firstgenamerican

Firstgenamerican — Fri, 17 May 2013 08:09:14 +0000

If you find some good brands you’ll have to write a post on it. I have more money tHan I used to so now I spend more on brand name clothing because i hate shopping for clothes and there is nothing better than finding somethign hat fits that lasts. Even when you spend good money on a garment, it is hard to predict what will hold up vs look horrible after a couple of Trips through the washer. Quality has been deteriorating in some of my favorite brands of late and it makes me sad.

For the record, I think its awesome that there are companies making fleece out of old PET water bottles. It’s actually more expensive to recycle these products into something usable again and I think it is great that people are doing useful things with the plastic waste stream. (I know the costs, I work in the industry). Living in a cold climate, I love fleece and I don’t mind that it is synthetic because it is so easy to care for. On the weekend, I don’t need to look polished, I just want o be comfy.

By: Sarah Li Cain

Sarah Li Cain — Wed, 15 May 2013 09:05:43 +0000

Fit I think is the most important aspect of looking “expensive” or nice. I can’t avoid anything made in China (obviously because I’m living there, duh!) so for now all I can do is really focus on fit. But I hardly buy anything when I’m here anyway, though I do drool at the occasional handbag.

By: Deena Dollars

Deena Dollars — Tue, 14 May 2013 12:06:21 +0000

I totally agree on construction and fit. As a gal who recently had to replace her whole wardrobe due to weight loss, I will give you a tip that was suggested to me when I was first starting out. I chose just a couple of colors, and bought everything to match. For me, blacks and grays have always been my favorites anyway, so I just started with dark jeans and black/gray everything else. This meant that I could build my wardrobe back up gradually with quality pieces, but in the meantime, every item I have matches everything else and if I wear a black cardigan three times in one week, no one notices. I think you like brighter/more fun colors, but I think the same thing could apply. If you end up with a stable weight for a long time, you can obviously eventually add other things that don’t match the original things — I just found it to be a good (cheaper!) starting place without having to buy everything at H&M.

By: Cait

Cait — Tue, 14 May 2013 02:58:08 +0000

I haven’t really thought about this enough before, but I’m planning on saving a bunch of money in June for new clothes… and I do know I don’t want to just buy cheap stuff. Tanks, socks, etc. sure. But it’d be nice to have better quality shirts, pants, etc. Thanks for the post, Daisy!

By: Crystal @ Prairie Ecothrifter

Crystal @ Prairie Ecothrifter — Mon, 13 May 2013 21:14:59 +0000

I just recently made the decision to try only buying used clothing and shoes for the next year (still need to finish my post about it). I reserve the right to buy new undergarments if necessary, but I think I am pretty set there for at least a year or more. I don’t check to see where my clothing is made, but I think that I will definitely be making some impact if I just only buy from thrift stores and resale shops. I just bought a pair of new-to-me jeans, a white shirt for a color run, and some amazing leather boots for $23 total last weekend and they all look and feel brand new…

By: Cat

Cat — Mon, 13 May 2013 19:19:19 +0000

I’m with you. The worst is when you paid good money for things – and they don’t retain their shape. I am trying to buy good quality, decent stuff (new or used) that lasts – and has an elasticized waist! 🙂