There is definitely some items where the article's argument holds true. Furniture is definitely one. I can buy a Stickley table (very expensive) and my great

There is definitely some items where the article's argument holds true. Furniture is definitely one. I can buy a Stickley table (very expensive) and my great grandkids will be using it in their home. Clothing is another. Cheap clothing degrades very quickly where quality items can last many years.