FabSwingers.com forum: Do you buy branded clothing?

By *asycouple1971 OP Couple
over a year ago

midlands

Do you buy branded designer label clothing and accessories?

Whats your most expensive and was it worth it?

Paid £120 for some Rockport boots years ago and they lasted ages and were very comfortable.

Tend to be in t-shirts and joggers now.

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By *2000ManMan
over a year ago

Worthing

Never been a labels person. Most I've paid recently was £30 for a casual shirt years ago.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I buy quality which doesn't need to be a designer label.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yes on both counts

Normal me the most expensive thing I have is a jacket

At 2500

natalie me reflective boots at 800

I am very bad

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By *ora the explorerWoman
over a year ago

Paradise, Herts

Mostly I do as it’s better quality. I don’t like things with the name plastered over it though.

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By *azkinsWoman
over a year ago

leeds

Depends how much I like it and what my budget is.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I buy stuff I like, my two favourite pairs or jeans are from Tesco and Armani respectively, I wouldn’t shy away from either end of the market if it was something that I thought looked good on me.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Stuff with logos everywhere.

Not so much.

But I will veer towards things of better quality if possible, with an eye on fabrics, construction and most importantly fit.

I'd rather something cost 50% more but last twice as long, if not more.

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By *riar BelisseWoman
over a year ago

Delightful Bliss

Branded externally... no.

Designer...yes.

Normally off ebay, I've found some stonking bargain dresses on there

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By *MisschiefxTV/TS
over a year ago

London

Yeah, high street fashion is depressingly boring and labels tend to have more interesting designs.

Most expensive thing is probably a Vivienne Westwood suit.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

My Red hoody is 25 years old , I Stil wear it , regularly . Not famous brand . Stil the best Bi Boy Graphitti world hoody ever .

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By *ools and the brainCouple
over a year ago

couple, us we him her.

Oliver Sweeney when possible.

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By *oroRick1027Man
over a year ago

Middlesbrough

Primark does me

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By *RANDMRSJAECouple
over a year ago

chester

Yes sometimes. I’ve got things from both ends of the spectrum but they’re no different quality wise.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Borehamwood market sells Versace and Rolex

N CK n stuff

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Do you buy branded designer label clothing and accessories?

Whats your most expensive and was it worth it?

Paid £120 for some Rockport boots years ago and they lasted ages and were very comfortable.

Tend to be in t-shirts and joggers now.

I prefer value for money.. Patsgonia gears are worth every Sterling spend..

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I tend to go for quality more for my money. Depending on the item and what it looks like if its designer or not I'll buy.

I've got some good bargains on items on ebay still with tags in auctions or on a sites sale never pay full price for stuff

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Not for everyday clothes as I don't like the idea of being a walking billboard for different brands with their logos plastered all over me. A lot of my gym stuff is branded though because for some reason sports brands can't do subtle

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By *iltopbearMan
over a year ago

Norfolk

It's difficult to avoid logos plastered all over these days, particularly outdoor brands.

I spend a lot of time outdoors and most of the clothing is now seen everywhere not just out in the countryside.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'll only buy a particular brand of trainers. Clothing, more about quality than the label. I will pay over the odds for something that I can get cheaper and a similar quality

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By *luebell888Woman
over a year ago

Glasgowish

I only buy designer stuff if I find it in a charity shop. My favourite is my black Austin Reed dress which cost me £4.

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By *icecouple561Couple
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over a year ago

East Sussex

Not really but I find the cut of Lipsy clothes fit me nicely

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yes I do but usually I like the style. I don’t buy for the name just the style

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By *elaninMaverickWoman
over a year ago

near Putney Heath

"Do you buy branded designer-label clothing and accessories?

Whats your most expensive and was it worth it?

Paid £120 for some Rockport boots years ago and they lasted ages and were very comfortable.

Tend to be in t-shirts and joggers now.

Some branded things are good. M& S socks and knickers.

some designer things are only able to be worn once. Jimmy Choos on a bride's wedding day I discovered.

Some expensive things are high quality. Timberland boots and Kipling bags. Monsoon dresses. You only need to buy one.

The most expensive item of clothing I ever bought was my wedding dress. It was custom made and I chose the fabric, design, and lace. It was designed with a detachable bottom so that I could wear it again to a formal event. It was dark ivory not white. Lasted longer than the marriage. Lol! it was about £1000 excluding labour and materials.

I sew so anything I want I think carefully about whether the labour, quality and material is worth it or if I really want it, should I make it myself.

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By *arkus1812Man
over a year ago

Finedon ,

The only branded products are my Doc Martens shoes and my Rolex Watch (Present from my sister on my 60th birthday).

Usually buy clothes From M&S, Next, Matalan and George.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Docs were £120.

Airforces were like £100.

And I wouldn’t pay any more than that for any single item of clothing but would spend up to £150 on trainers/ shoes.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

‘Prada boy retired, I don't rock designer clothes

I put £40 on my H&M jeans, and the rest came free’

- Dave

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By *elaninMaverickWoman
over a year ago

near Putney Heath

"Not for everyday clothes as I don't like the idea of being a walking billboard for different brands with their logos plastered all over me. A lot of my gym stuff is branded though because for some reason sports brands can't do subtle

Lol@ sports bands.

Yeah I can't wear cheap gym shoes and I still need to have NHS custom insoles. I call them my old lady shoes. Lol!

I can't wear cheap sport bottoms because my actual bottom and thighs will rip them to shreds.

I wear cheap primark, H & m, Uniqlo, Decathalon, gym tops, cycling jacket and hoodies.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Sometimes, and I also have bits from primark.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I buy things because I like them - they might be branded they might not be branded

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I do buy branded... i really like my Hackett jumper I brought last year, possibly the most expensive single piece of clothing I own except for my work suits

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By *icecouple561Couple
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over a year ago

East Sussex

I saw some bloomin lovely Karen Millen trousers in a charity shop yesterday for only £7:50

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Sometimes, and I also have bits from primark.

Don’t you have Balenciaga crocs

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By *o new WinksMan
over a year ago

BSE

I have "designer" clothes. But aren't all clothes designed ?

Anyway intend to buy for fit and quality.

So Boss (although jeans are too loose now), Hilfiger, Ralph etc. are my staples.

Shoes I have Oliver Sweeney, Boss, Grenson, Paul Smith and I have a pair of Zanetti hi tops which are a bit too small.

I have a few made to measure suits, shirts and a tux. I wear Orlebar Brown stuff on holiday.

But I also have lots of cheaper stuff. If it fits and is of good quality then I am happy to wear it.

I have spent most of my life just happy that I found anything that fits so not really that choosy.

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By * and R cple4Couple
over a year ago

swansea

Years ago yes I spent stupid amounts on designer bags shoes and clothes now I’m older and I like to think wiser I still buy these things only I will browse charity shops and get some amazing bargains.

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By *inaTitzTV/TS
over a year ago

Titz Towers, North Notts

No, I don't, but I'm lucky enough to be able to buy some good quality stuff when I need it. I think it lasts longer

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By *itty9899Man
over a year ago

Craggy Island

No, I'm no fashion follower.

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By *ull English with teaMan
over a year ago

London

Yes, Blue Harbour by M&S, stylish yet casual…

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yes,always have done from being young

Most expensive stone island coat £1400

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By *sleWightCoupleCouple
over a year ago

Ryde

If "branded" is another term for "mildly-singed as part of a fire-sale", then yes.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

The birkin is a bag you can’t afford

… and she’d like one

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By *a LunaWoman
over a year ago

South Wales

Nope. I’m not shaped for designer gear.

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By *sBlueWoman
over a year ago

Up North

Yes and no. I have some cheap things from the pound shop and some expensive clothing like moncler and Gucci

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Depends…I do have some expensive boots from Fairfax and Favour, which cost nearly £500 and will hopefully last me forever, but you’re just as likely to find me in a £2 T-shirt from Primark…

F (Mrs)

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By *r Appreciator.Man
over a year ago

Bedfordshire.

Yes, designer but subtle branding. I work hard and it is my treat to myself.

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By *B69Woman
over a year ago

Wiltshire

I have a mixture, bags and shoes biggest expense, always stuck to the saying of buy cheap buy twice

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

North West

I have Doc Martens if that counts? But otherwise no, we don't really do brands.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I like Killstar and Dark In Love.

Goth labels

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Yes,always have done from being young

Most expensive stone island coat £1400"
god in heaven. That’s a month’s rent!

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By *a LunaWoman
over a year ago

South Wales

Oh! I do wear Birkenstocks in the Summer and I am partial to Sketchers. I guess that may count?

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By *gent CoulsonMan
over a year ago

Secret hideaway in the pennines

Only footwear, happy with supermarket clothes

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Oh! I do wear Birkenstocks in the Summer and I am partial to Sketchers. I guess that may count?"

Birks are my absolute weakness.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

In general, tendency is based on the quality of fabric & tailoring as opposed to brand name. Prefer not to wear anything with glaring logos (if designer - label must be inconspicuous).

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By *rHotNottsMan
over a year ago

Dubai & Nottingham

"I buy stuff I like, my two favourite pairs or jeans are from Tesco and Armani respectively, I wouldn’t shy away from either end of the market if it was something that I thought looked good on me. "

I have pair of Boss cashmere touch jeans but also like Levi’s and Armani. Tesco Cherokee have a very good designer , he used to work for a high end brand and next Near East.

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By *den-Valley-coupleCouple
over a year ago

Cumbria

Yes Mataland.

But always like quality so couple of things.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I won't wear anything with logos or any kind of writing on it. I will invest in good quality shoes, coats and bags but happily fling them on with primark leggings and tee.

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By *rispyDuckMan
over a year ago

Chinese Takeaway near you

Tend to buy based on quality of material, fitment, comfort & how I look and feel wearing the item. Clothes branding is just marketing BS to me nonsense to me

But if we talking watches

we'll that's a different story

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Buy cheap you buy twice , my things have always lasted , however I do look for sales and bargains, I just got a really nice Barbour wax jacket half price but still cost a lot but I’m sure it’s got 20 years life span

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Oliver Sweeney when possible."

Sweeney shoes are in a premier league

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By *acavityMan
over a year ago

Redditch

"Buy cheap you buy twice , my things have always lasted , however I do look for sales and bargains, I just got a really nice Barbour wax jacket half price but still cost a lot but I’m sure it’s got 20 years life span

Barbour jackets have earned their reputation and the price tag, though I laugh at all the tat that is branded Barbour these days (bikinis, bags, dog leads, handkerchiefs)

One thing I've learnt about designer gear is that the more obvious the branding, the lower it is in the range.

So people who walk around like a billboard may be wearing designer gear, but the snobs will still look down on them.

I'd rather pay for quality than a name (though sometimes, like Barbour, it's both)

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By *orphia2003Woman
over a year ago

Tonypandy.

Bought few designer bags from charity shops. Paid less than £20.

Paid £350 for full length leather corset dress.

£100 for new rocks,

£150 for DMs and £120 for leather coat (20 years old and still going strong)

But aside from that, most of my clothes come from charity shops or shien.

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By *icecouple561Couple
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over a year ago

East Sussex

I think it depends what it is and how well you look after it. I bought a cotton blouse in Primark 20 years ago that I still wear.

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By *nightsoftheCoffeeTableCouple
over a year ago

Leeds

Some bits I do, but others I don't care less, I spent more on my handbag than my car though

Mrs

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By *ribsaMan
over a year ago

A box at end of your bed

Nope never have never will done see the point it all covers my dad bod just the same and I have never been a follower of fashion.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I fight with myself over whether I even want things to last years. I am trying to be more environmentally conscious, but I get very easily bored and can find myself getting angry at things which won't wear out so I can justify buying a new version!

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By *tylebender03Man
over a year ago

Manchester

Quality footwear is worth the price- like you say a pair of Rockport will last years. Nike and New Balance footwear are quality goods, I never bothered with designer footwear (Gucci etc) Clothing brands like Carhart, Stussy, Mitchell and Ness are expensive but they high quality goods and good value

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By *o new WinksMan
over a year ago

BSE

Also, cheap things aren't necessarily poor quality.

I was looking at a pair of boxers that had some fraying and realised I had had them for areas 15 years.

They are Hanes and I bough them in the states for $10 for a box of 4.

I have thrown away areas 3 pairs of Boss undercrackers that are less than 2 years old.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I have a mix of clothes from designer to Primarni, if I like it I will buy it whatever the label

I do love a Radley bag though and do love Cath Kidston

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Not much

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By *elaninMaverickWoman
over a year ago

near Putney Heath

"Bought few designer bags from charity shops. Paid less than £20.

Paid £350 for full length leather corset dress.

£100 for new rocks,

£150 for DMs and £120 for leather coat (20 years old and still going strong)

But aside from that, most of my clothes come from charity shops or shien."

Sorry cringe at shein. Ethics and quality wise for me it's no good.

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By *rHotNottsMan
over a year ago

Dubai & Nottingham

"I have "designer" clothes. But aren't all clothes designed ?

Anyway intend to buy for fit and quality.

So Boss (although jeans are too loose now), Hilfiger, Ralph etc. are my staples.

Shoes I have Oliver Sweeney, Boss, Grenson, Paul Smith and I have a pair of Zanetti hi tops which are a bit too small.

I have a few made to measure suits, shirts and a tux. I wear Orlebar Brown stuff on holiday.

But I also have lots of cheaper stuff. If it fits and is of good quality then I am happy to wear it.

I have spent most of my life just happy that I found anything that fits so not really that choosy. "

I really dislike Boss (other than the cashmere touch jeans) & Paul Smith and ships like Flannels. I have a Balmain T shirt that was £300 but a gift from a FB, I’d never pay that.

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By *ust RachelTV/TS
over a year ago

Horsham

The only branded stuff I buy are:

Magun boots - safety / normal

Sunglasses - Oakley

Crash Helmets - Aria, AGK and Shark.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Not really I’m a cheap b*tch I like my bargains

And love my mums hand me downs.

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By *elaninMaverickWoman
over a year ago

near Putney Heath

Not really I’m a cheap b*tch I like my bargains

And love my mums hand me downs."

When I go to visit my parents, I hate packing so I end up wearing their clothes and shoes. lol!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Oh fuck no. I genuinely think most of it isn't worth the price tag. Some things are worth paying more for... but most of it is just to show off.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

No. I don't do brands

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I couldn’t give a toss who's name or brand is on my clothing, if I like it and it fits, I buy it, I do tend to ruin clothing though as I’m always messing about with something, car, diy, plumbing, gardening.

Most expensive thing I’ve got is a pair of trainers at £38.

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By *tephanie50TV/TS
over a year ago

redditch

Oh dear I have several coats fro. Stone Island and CP company I have a Barbour jacket for riding the scooter on.. several summer jackets.. Timberland, Luke 1977.. Probably £2500-£3000 worth must be barmy..

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By *UGGYBEAR2015Man
over a year ago

BRIDPORT

I usually buy work ware clothes and make them double up for casual.

Don’t have suits or posh stuff , Peacocks jeans are about as upmarket as I go.

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By *penbicoupleCouple
over a year ago

Northampton

I mean, F&F is a brand. So, I guess so!

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By *orthern StarsCouple
over a year ago

Durham

I don't go for labels, I just go for what I like. My most recent label purchase was a Ted Baker handbag. If it has a label then so be it but personally I think a lot of labels are over rated.

Ruby

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

M&S for underwear and jeans labels mean nothing to me as long as it fits nice I'm not worried and I haven't got loads of money to waste. X

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By *ady LickWoman
over a year ago

Northampton Somewhere

I'm not bothered about where something is from, if I like it I like it.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Only trainers must have nike but otherwise not fussy im old

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By * la carteCouple
over a year ago

Dublin

Gucci, Versace and the like, no...I do occasionally spend a little more on certain brand jeans, boots or runners but these would tend to last me 5 years +.

Quality and fit over showy labels any day and I'm not big into accessories, handbags or makeup - natural, simple, classy

Mrs

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By *ociable-NottmCouple
over a year ago

Nottingham

Interesting question op, branded and designer are totally different to me, Nike trainers branded or Balenciaga designer, personally I mix it up.

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By *ellhungvweMan
over a year ago

Cheltenham

I was going to say I don’t buy branded stuff but actually that is not true. I tend to buy things that are well made and will last - I feel it is cheaper in the long run - and as a result I tend to buy from certain brands that I know will be quality.

These brands are not the mainstream “label” brands though.

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By *asha86Couple
over a year ago

walsall

"Do you buy branded designer label clothing and accessories?

Whats your most expensive and was it worth it?

Paid £120 for some Rockport boots years ago and they lasted ages and were very comfortable.

Tend to be in t-shirts and joggers now.

Mine was my timberlands they lasted ages and got bought a new pair last Xmas and love them. I like to mix it up so have some but not loads xT

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By *tooveMan
over a year ago

belfast

"No, I'm no fashion follower. "

That wasn't the question. No one mentioned fashion.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Most labels have been trashed by fakes or the brand dumbingdown on their products.

I go for something that catches my tase, then feel the material, then look at the price and if I am still interest i may try/buy - we both actually do that and one I trsuted years ago but not any more is M&S but i stillgo for the Easy brand, cheap and comfy.

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By *nliveneTV/TS
over a year ago

Selby

Till few years ago , i woust to buy all my clothes only from United Colours of Benetton, Quicksilver, Rip Curl or O'Neill .

These days i buy mostly from Tescos F&F or Primark

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By *razytimesinloveCouple
over a year ago

SW Scotland

Yes, Mrs ct has a fair collection of irregular choice shoes and I’m a bit of a brand snob when it comes to gym clothing

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

No,I'm really not materialistic and clothes are functional, but I prefer being out of them..

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By *TG3Man
over a year ago

Dorchester

No I don't look for brands I look for clothes I can wear and look good in

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I used to buy branded clothing but I soon discovered that. Calvin Klein T-shirts were cheap t-shirts with label printed on it. I believe it's the same for most items, cheap materials and products with expensive logos printed on them. Waste of money. Most branded clothing involves s-l-a-v-e labour. And purposely designed to wear out after a few washes, so you buy more and more and more. That's the consumer market for you. Designed for stupid people.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Only if I like them.

I do but sketchers shoes though, I tend to think they are comfy. But I’m not a brand whore.

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By *xydadbodMan
over a year ago

Milton keynes

Nope lol I'm more a wear it because its comfortable guy lol

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yes but mostly from TK Maxx. I find things like jeans and T-shirts have a much better fit

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

No interest in fashion whatsoever. I wear whatever works for me

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By *ociable-NottmCouple
over a year ago

Nottingham

"Yes but mostly from TK Maxx. I find things like jeans and T-shirts have a much better fit "

I feel like I’m at a car boot sale when shopping at TK Maxx you never know if you will find a hidden gem

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By *lephantisMan
over a year ago

Oxford

I only wear couture, darling. If I saw someone else wearing the same item as me I'd have to tear it off and burn it.

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By *ames_HertsMan
over a year ago

North Hertfordshire

I think too many people focus on brands rather than items that go together to make good outfits. You see people wearing entirely designer outfits but it looks awful and costs a bomb

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By *host63Man
over a year ago

Bedfont Feltham

Nope never followed fashion or labels. Mist I have done is buy a 2nd hand Harris T jacket from Ebay

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By *eavenscentitCouple
over a year ago

barnstaple

I now buy shoes, trainers and boots from more expensive shops (not branded), purely for my awful foot pain

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By *emorefridaCouple
over a year ago

La la land

I do but not obvious ones to others. I wear for example Spanish brand shoes as they suit my feet. I tend to go for quality over the name. I have a wool coat I've had for over 20 years now.

I'm not a fan of clothes or accessories that are obviously a brand. Like logos and names on clothes or Radley handbags with their dog.

If I had more money to spend on clothes etc, I'd prefer to spend on artisan companies not the mass produced stuff.

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By *ily WhiteWoman
over a year ago

I tend to go for quality, fit and style over brand, and those things tend to be more readily available with "designer" stuff. I have an hourglass figure, most high street clothes just don't fit me properly (Primark for one doesn't seem to think that women should go in at the waist or have boobs over a C cup). Shoes and bags are generally better quality, and I feel are worth investing in as they'll last a lot longer than cheap ones.

I won't wear anything with massive branding or, shudder, completely covered in the designers logo.

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By *angerous123Man
over a year ago

Leeds

I bought some rock ports when I was 16 the good ones made in Portugal. I'm 41 now and they're still going, went up Snowden in them the other week. A steal at £200

As people have mentioned generally you're getting better quality with named brands. The only area I'm cheap is my boxers, I just get plain black ones.

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By *atnip make me purrWoman
over a year ago

Reading

I do like Levis because they fit well and shoes I do tend to go for skechers and the like. But otherwise no I am happy to wear whatever.

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By *imon_hydeMan
over a year ago

Stockport

Good quality and fit is the important thing. Huit jeans and Frahm jackets are expensive but my god they're good. A rule of thumb is the more obvious the branding the shitter it is ha

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By *etcplCouple
over a year ago

Gapping Fanny

Not really.

I buy clothes that fit well, look good and are comfortable. I don’t really care about cost.

I won’t buy something just because it is from a named brand.

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By *ociable-NottmCouple
over a year ago

Nottingham

"I think too many people focus on brands rather than items that go together to make good outfits. You see people wearing entirely designer outfits but it looks awful and costs a bomb "

This is true, was out having a few drinks with E recently she said to me look at that bloke playing pool what is he wearing! my reply you do realise that clobber he has on would have set him back at least 3k I don’t care she said he looks like a gift wrapped turd.

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By *asycouple1971 OP Couple
over a year ago

midlands

Quite alot of the designer brands have been purchased by Sports Direct and they are not the same quality as before

i.e Pierre Cardin, Kangol, Calvin Klien etc

I think they just get the cheap clothes and print the label on them.

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By *he FAB Social - MCRCouple (FF)
over a year ago

manchester

I spend more on coats & shoes/boots as I expect them to last a good few years!

The most expensive clothing/accessory I’ve bought is a DKNY handbag for $250AUD … that was my treat to myself with my first lot of wages!

Other than that I have a North Face winter coat which was £130 and I’ve got my eye on a SuperDry jacket at the moment for £90, which will be a birthday treat to myself

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By *ociable-NottmCouple
over a year ago

Nottingham

"Quite alot of the designer brands have been purchased by Sports Direct and they are not the same quality as before

i.e Pierre Cardin, Kangol, Calvin Klien etc

I think they just get the cheap clothes and print the label on them.

Yep this is why the service at Flannels is now shocking

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By *rchitectMan
over a year ago

Dorchester

I don’t buy for the label, more the quality. I have a 1000 pound coat and it’s lasted years.

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