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Are you me? Every article of clothing that has persisted is still in pretty good shape, maybe a little faded at the worst. If anything, over the years I've star
by qq4 6y ago
Are you me? Every article of clothing that has persisted is still in pretty good shape, maybe a little faded at the worst. If anything, over the years I've started to pay more attention to what materials my clothes are made of so they do last. For example I stopped buying any kind of stretchy t-shirt as all of the necks become ribbons within a few months. I have cotton shirts that are 8 years old that look great. Everything wool looks just as good, too; if anything they're more comfortable.
- ogre_codes 6y agoYeah, I discovered a while ago that spending more for good clothing that lasts a long time saves money over the long term versus buying cheaper clothes. I can get 10 years out of a nice Columbia or Carhart flannel, something I pick up on Amazon might be half the cost but it'll be less comfortable and last one season.
- lotsofpulp 6y agoSpending a little more, maybe 2x or 3x. After that, the quality to price ratio is no longer worth it (in my opinion).
- ogre_codes 6y agoYeah, and some brands just charge a premium for the name and the "Fashion". There is definitely more than just "Pay more".
- sokoloff 6y agoI believe that front-loading, horizontal axis washing machines are quite a bit more gentle on clothing. When I switched 2 decades ago, the reduction in lint in the dryer catch was remarkable. They seem good for other reasons as well, but that I almost never wear out clothing is another $$ and ecological benefit.