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Would you judge some who’s clothing is mostly primark or supermarket brands

264 replies

Shopping7777 · Yesterday 19:33

It’s me by the way and that’s the case for my clothes

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Beesandhoney123 · Yesterday 23:06

Lidl linen shirts for men are very good quality, wash and iron brilliantly and look fab on. They are about £3 in the sale.

I couldn't tell, if you take care of your clothes, ironed, they fit properly and suit your shape.

Are you judging yourself? I buy vintage, and sew my own clothes. My dm would be horrified :)

MasterBeth · Yesterday 23:08

I wouldn't know and wouldn't care.

Meteorite87 · Yesterday 23:13

No.

ITMA2000 · Yesterday 23:15

Whosthetabbynow · Yesterday 19:35

Depends. If you were on a high wage and couldn’t be bothered to spend more, yes. If you couldn’t afford to buy more expensive clothes, no.

I've always saved over £1000 per month every month because I can't be bothered to spend money on anything. I drive an old banger and buy George or F&F clothes. Sometimes family buy me expensive stuff but I rarely wear it. I buy other people quite expensive gifts. People have different priorities.

JustSawJohnny · Yesterday 23:18

Only if I was a snobbish, judgey twunt, in which case you'd be well within your rights to tell me to fuck right off.

Victoriangirl1900 · Yesterday 23:25

I remember when you wouldn't be seen dead in BWise. If your friends found out your parents got your clothes from BWise you got picked on for it.

GentrifyNow · Yesterday 23:27

Wouldn't even notice.
I am fussy with my clothes, shoes and (mostly) bags but I never notice anyone else's.

Soccerislife · Yesterday 23:27

Who would even notice? I wear a mix of Kmart (aussie discount store), Target online (another) and a range of other stores like uniqlo and Zara. I don’t buy designer clothing.

Right now I’m wearing leggings from Kmart and a tshirt from Temu (I’ve just got back from park run).

Soccerislife · Yesterday 23:28

Ps I realised ages ago that firstly I dress for myself (and my job on office days) and secondly if you are going to invest in anything it’s properly fitted bras!

SouthernNights59 · Yesterday 23:33

Whosthetabbynow · Yesterday 19:35

Depends. If you were on a high wage and couldn’t be bothered to spend more, yes. If you couldn’t afford to buy more expensive clothes, no.

Talk about the definition of a shallow person! Thank goodness I don't know anyone like you in real life.

Downunderduchess · Yesterday 23:34

I legitimately only care about my own clothes. Where people get theirs from is their business.

MermaidMummy06 · Yesterday 23:41

I bought two nice designer brand tops from tkmaxx a couple of weeks ago. Hung them in my cupboard & they looked exactly like my department store tops!! I don't buy clothes online as the quality is usually terrible & I'm difficult to fit.

My SIL only buys designer & honestly couldn't tell the difference.

Most designer clothes are now made in the same quality/places as cheap clothes to try & compete. I think it's about selection. Some clothes look cheap and will lose shape, some won't. Doesn't matter where they come from. Most of my clothes are years old as we only buy what we need.

Didimum · Yesterday 23:45

I don’t think it’s great to buy from unethical clothing sources no. Sainsbury’s is one of the only supermarket brands that has a fairly high ethical rating.

However, in this cost of living crisis, it’s hard to give a hoot how people clothe themselves or their kids.

Doesmybooklookbiginthis · Yesterday 23:53

BiteSizedLife · Yesterday 22:17

I do not notice where people's clothes come from but i do notice:

  • if they are clean and smell nice
  • if they are properly pressed/ironed (no shiny patches from too high heat etc)
  • natural fabrics (these tend to withstand ironing better see point above)
  • if they are combined in a thoughtful way
  • if they fit properly
  • if they are an appropriate style for the setting
  • if they are well cared for (no hanging threads, missing buttons, pulled threads, bobbly-bits on wool etc etc

If you take care of these things, I think you will avoid what I assume you are concerned about....

I am always in clean clothes. But I have an (invisible) physical disability that prevents me ironing. If you look down on me because of the creases in my clothes that is a judgement on you as a person not me. I couldn't care less if you do, I am far too busy enjoying life with friends and family, reading books, exploring the world, working (in a complex technical career) and volunteering

I dont really notice what other people wear. I notice how they treat others and whether they are interesting /funny /kind

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