> It's pieces of fabric that will end up covered in grime and grease, why should I pay twice as much? Because someone might think you're poor and omygodwecanth

> It's pieces of fabric that will end up covered in grime and grease, why should I pay twice as much? Because someone might think you're poor and omygodwecanthavethatwhatwillpeoplethink!? But honestly social signaling is a huge part of why people buy brand-name stuff. Sometimes it's actually better, often it's just better marketing. Many times the higher price creates the psychological effect of enjo9ying the item more.