I’ve been to japan plenty of times, I can say with my whole heart that you guys are paying way too much on the mark up..save that money on the clothes and invest in a passport and TRAVEL to those second hand shops in different countries! That 1K pair of derby’s or heels can be a round trip with a suit case full of rare finds 🙃
All of my designer items and designer bags are thrifted or preloved 🙌🏾 love having money in my wallet to spend on more important things like travel and decorating my home.
I live and buy super minimally, I haven't bought anything in months. I do this to make sure I value everything I own, make thoughtful purchasing decisions and save money.
Space Opera damn I definitely have too much then haha. For me it’s because I play a lot of sports though. I definitely have more sportswear than stylish clothes
meatedream I definitely get your point but you can be into expensive things without being rich. People like cars but can’t afford bentleys. People love art and respect the work of artists like Da Vinci but can’t buy expensive art work. There are people that are foodies but can’t afford to eat at Michelin starred restaurants but they watch all the cooking shows and can tell you everything about luxury food etc
meatedream There are countless sports, hobbies etc that are expensive, doesn’t mean you’re rich. Having knowledge and interest into a hobby that’s expensive doesn’t mean you have an abundance of wealth or everyone who’s into cycling or Formula 1 would be a mega rich multi millionaire, doesn’t mean I can afford an F1 car. Having an interest, knowledge in something doesn’t mean you have an abundance of wealth. If you have expensive style or equipment sure, but being into something doesn’t make you rich.
I love learning about fashion, but I don’t feel compelled to buy many high ended pieces. You mentioned how you really want to create a wardrobe that’s cohesive and that resonates with me. I’m only two years out of college (I barely shopped then) so it’s a SLOW process rn. I think focusing on long lasting staples like high quality shoes and outerwear has been a good place to start.
It’s very important if one does not have a lot of money like me, that you buy pieces that last the test of time and that you can get many wears out of.
I think it's pretty cool to showcase to your audience that you don't need crazy expensive designer clothes to be a part of the fashion community, because looking at the whole scene you can sometimes get that impression.
"I wear my clothes for myself" I know nothing about fashion, but I think that's the point, you make your own style, being yourself and expressing who you are with your clothes, for you to like you, not to get anyone attention or likes.
buying less is the best thing to do if you want to buy designer, like you said buy clothes once or twice a year and buy things that you really are going to use.
These fashion houses and influencers have normalized buying 6000€ bags and 700€ t-shirts. I think we, as a society, should take the time to pause and think if chasing this false sense of exclusivity by going through debt is at all acceptable. Owning beautiful things definitely has its own value and provides a sense of joy but an overwhelming percentage of luxury consumers really just buy to create a toxic environment of status for themselves and envy for the people around them. I suppose it is human nature to do this and that’s why a lot of people go through debt - I think it’s just a lesson people really just have to learn for themselves.
I recommend pima cotton t-shirt, it's really easy to find a basic t with pima cotton. I'm from Brazil and there's a brand called Reserva (Reservation) here that sells Incredible pima cotton t-shirts (pay attention to the measurements), there's a little embroidery of the brands signature bird on the back of the left shoulder, besides that it's clean. They sell for 25 dollars each on farfetch and I've never put on a better t then theirs
Erika W there’s been a terrible problem for me recently, I’m trying to eliminate all fast fashion from my wardrobe (even socks and basics). But it’s such a problem to find basics that ARE ethically produced and don’t cost a fortune. Btw, if anyone has any recommendations, go on ❤️
@@SlavicSnowWhite there's a Brazilian brand called Saint Studio, I think they have a reseller in Canada, but I assume there's plenty others options in other countries
I think it's a really great perspective to be able to love and dedicate one's self to something, but also acknowledge that it is frivolous or inconsequential at the same time. I have the same sentiment as someone working in the sports industry. While I do like dressing up and expressing myself via my clothes, I don't feel doing so merits or requires excessive spending. Personally, if someone sees the need to spend more money on fashion than essentials (ex. food, rent), then perhaps they have to reevaluate both their priorities and their perspective on fashion. Dress within your means and dress for yourself. Expression need not be an excessive expense.
When I was in my 20s I spent all my money traveling, couldn't imagine wasting it on clothes. Spend money on clothes and build your wardrobe in your 30s, by then you will have a better idea of your own style.
tbh I think it's perfectly fine to build your wardrobe in your twenties and simultaneously travel. For instance, I am 25 and have a pretty clear idea of what my style is and almost all of the items that I buy are very "timeless" and of better quality. Sure, I cannot buy Yohji pieces I adore because they're too expensive, but I think it's completely valid to invest in high quality clothes that'll last very long once you've found your style. And I do not think that traveling and buying "expensive" (tbh for me expensive means 300$) clothes excludes each other. I can still spend a week in Greece for 200$ (I live in Europe) and still not be broke enough to not buy some nice shoes.
I've hauled about $800 on clothes this year to build a foundational wardrobe as I'm now in University, most expensive piece being a pair of Red Wing postman derbies and a used Alpha Industries bomber. Most of my stuff was from Grailed/Japanese auctions if not wholesale printing shop blanks. But I'm 18 and still have over 70% of my total income so in the long run I think my spending is perfectly fine. I have the equivalent of £2500 in fund investments too. Honestly I'd recommend to everyone to buy a few less pieces a year and use that money for a gym membership so that you can look better with the clothes you already have.
Such a refreshing view on fashion against the flooding of instagram with hyper consumerism, especially with younger influences who make ££££ and have created this new norm of spending so much basically to get a good fit pic for their Instagram - struggled with this a lot recently and questioning my own intentions when I’m looking for clothes to buy. Nice to see others talking about this :)
The over-consumerism is getting out of hand for sure. People literally don’t even buy clothes they personally like anymore: it’s all about getting what’s hyped for Instagram outfit pictures.
The Fashion Archive Completely, it’s kind of sad to see the way fashion is changing especially now in the context of climate change etc, we have so much power behind who we choose to buy from and how much textile waste we create and buying fashion just for insta feels so backwards
I use shoptagr or save items on my laptop. I then literally wait months to see If I still want/like that piece. If the price has gone down I might buy the item. Impulse buying just leads to wasting money constantly for pieces you dont really love.
Erika W Frfrfr they have so many vintage Levi’s that people are paying like 100 dollars for on these reselling ig accounts while I’m buying the same pairs for like 20 dollars. eBay is literally an online flea market it’s the best
Very informative info man. Social Media has played a huge part in the way kids dress these days. I'm 28 now and i can say that when i was between the ages of 14-18 the only thing that influenced my clothing/fashion was the friends and people around me, now its plastered all over Instagram. I knew about high fashion brands such as Louis Vuitton and Gucci but no youngsters were into that stuff where i was from nor could we afford it. I wore skinny jeans baggy tee and hoodie with a New Era flat cap because that's how my friends dressed and is was the "Cool" thing to do at the time. I didn't start getting into high fashion until i was older, had a good job and knew my own personal style better. There needs to be more educational videos like these to teach the youngsters a thing or too.
So glad you made this! Younger kids are so impressionable and I think the perception of having to have all things designer and spend thousands of dollars is so toxic. Honestly, I buy about 95% of everything second-hand so that I don't have to break the bank. Great video!
So glad you mentioned this. I’m much older I suspect than your young, chic audience. I remember literally starving to spend all my money on clothes. I did look good by the beauty standard because I was so underweight from no money. I had no sense about elegant basics in high quality. Not wearing logos - not elegant. Investing in one piece that you’ll have for years vs one season.
The only designer pieces I own are Christian Dior and Versace sunglasses. Hundreds of dollars vs thousands, but can boost any outfit. Also invest in nice shoes. You can wear them with a $8 t-shirt and jeans you got on sale and the outfit looks chic.
Once again - practical, common sense, with an ethical slant. It's something that's missing from a lot of discussions on fashion, and I really appreciate you bringing it up. I've always thought of fashion interest as being like interest in racing; people can enjoy watching Formula 1 without buying the car. Instagram makes me slightly queasy sometimes - people do realise that on top of the clothing cost they're also paying for free advertising, right? I'm involved in the sewing community and it's the same deal.
Managed to avoid overspending to this point because I realized one thing: Anything by more common brands without visible logos depreciates like crazy, so picking that up second hand is the way to go That goes for AMI or Acne, but even Prada does. There's just all those people wearing pieces for a year, putting it away and selling after four at massive discount.
you’re speaking straight “DRIPFAXX” with that being said, buying stuff for a good deal never hurts as long as you aren’t driving your wallet. always have a base of $ to NEVER go under so that you always have $ to fall back on.
People donate nice things to the thrift store near me. Because there were so many donations during the closing during covid, many items are reduced to $0.99. I go every week and shop for 2 hours usually. They are always restocking. I bought three 100% high quality linen blouses for $2.97 yesterday. This is how I can indulge in fashion on a budget. The thrift, to me, is a giant fashion warehouse.
I love fashion but I buy everything second hand because I am on a tight budget. Charity shops and Depop were my thing when I used to live in London. Now that I am in France I use Vinted. I still overdo it a bit but at least it's cheap. I got a pair of aviator Ray Bans for 9€ :D
Big facts in this video, especially during times like these. That being said, it's sad that this idea of don't let XXX put you into debt can be applied to so many other things nowadays, like alcohol etc. There's less of a culture of saving/financial literacy amongst our generation nowadays, and it's all about flexing 😭😭😭
Thanks for the video! Question : I live in Belgium and did not know about the Antwerp sample sales! Which one is it you are talking about? Where can I find the information?
www.stylebarista.com/sample-sales/sample-sales-antwerp-contemporary-fashion-days/ It normally happens in November & April / May every year but with the quarantine I’m not too sure when next it will be
I'm one of those that thinks that fashion needs to fit a lifestyle and needs to be an extension of your style. The problem is that people are more obsessed with the status aspect of fashion than actual clothes. Even if I have the finances (without being rich), I rarely buy full retail price (unless it's a piece I really want...So it means, that piece was in my mind for 6 months) and I only buy pieces that fit my lifestyle. When you have an active life, is it logical to buy a deconstructed Margiela trench-coat? No! I think being able to buy fashion in a responsible way comes with time but yes, fashion is not worth being in debt. We live in a world where dressing well is seen as a talent and where people portray a lifestyle of themselves always on vacation and wearing designers clothes. Nobody lives like that. Not even the creative directors of these brands!
I think the whole splashing all your money on clothes is due to the excitement when you first get into clothes, I used to be like to a certain degree that when i was 18, i barely buy stuff now besides a nice pair of boots every few months. Starting to earn some money on my own has calmed me and taught me the value of money.
This guy I dated for a moment wore a Michael Kors watch that DIDN'T EVEN WORK. And sometimes he had it on UPSIDE DOWN. But you better believe it's in all his selfies (filters of course so you can't see how SCRATCHED it is) . . . . . WACK. All to look cool.
I haven't even finished watching this video, but I am so happy someone gets me, I love fashion and talk about it a lot but with everyone showing their love for fashion by only wearing and doing hauls and me fully knowing I cannot spend all my savings on clothes just for content. thank you for highlighting this❤️❤️
Would you please consider doing a video on how to dress nice when you can’t afford much? A lot of fashion brands that people recommend are too expensive. At the same time I don’t want to buy fast fashion. I still wanna look nice. I love clothes but it’s hard to find that middle ground :(
Thank you for making this. It's been on my mind a lot recently and I think it needs to be heard, especially for people getting into fashion or building up a wardrobe. It is really hard seeing the rate at which people can cycle through new clothes, and there is sort of this pressure to keep up. I think the best way to go is to really spend time doing your research before making any sort of purchase and thinking about longevity and practicality. A lot of clothes are objectively nice, but you'll almost never find yourself wearing them because they simply don't work with many things or as everyday clothes. So, my advice is to do your best to figure out your taste beforehand, consider many options and how each will impact your wardrobe, and once you're ready, make a financially responsible investment and go from there.
you don't miss! i like watching pickup vids because i usually learn about brands i've never heard of, or it's just a way for me to support a creator i like, but sometimes do feel pressure to blow cash i don't have on stuff to feel apart of the crowd or "cool." great video as always! :)
3:08 that’s a really good point. Most influencers put together great fits on social media, but it of course doesn’t show what they most likely wear daily. I find it funny when people ostracize “normcore” when in fact that’s what most people find themselves wearing comfortably and what simply applies to their lifestyles outside of fashion. But I think there’s that fine balance b/w normcore and actually buying pieces that you enjoy, and putting together a good outfit
Good advice! In my opinion Insta and FB are the biggest advertising spaces. You can't go down your feed without seeing an ad, product placement seeping into your subconscious 😂. That priming is real folks. Let's not forget credit cards are dangerous! I wish someone would've told me that years ago. If you find yourself in debt, think about a consolidated loan from a bank. Do your research!
It is of course good too support artists you love and supporting designers IS that ultimately, however I genuinely feel embarrassed wearing clothing inaccessible to others based on social status or circumstance. Class elitism drives a lot of things considered high-fashion, but again clothing is art so long as it is seen that way
Saving is an investment in your future self. Most designer items aren’t going to disappear anytime soon. Sink funds are the way to go for big ticket items.
Great Vid Ayo!, i see you made a whole video about it after answering my question in the livestream. Good choice to make a whole video about it people need to realise that there are more important things than clothes. If you can't afford it right away and really want something save up for it especially with fashion you have time anyway since the collections drop and you have like what 4-5 months at least till sale hits and you can get it for cheaper too
People who do post fit pics barely post because they want to show off their sense of style but just to flex the same cliche tired brands everyone else has in the name of clout and being “cool” thats why so many people dress the same
Mad respect for you to point this out. Mindless consumer behavior is so prevalent in the arts, and flexing how much designer you apparently have doesn’t mean you have a connection with any of the garms you’re wearing. And it DEFINITELY doesn’t mean you give a shit or care about the skill and passion it takes to produce them.
I talk about the references in certain fashion shows and the history of fashion. That is in no way telling someone to go and buy certain pieces like influencers do. I recognise I have a responsibility to tell people how things are hence why I make videos like this.
Another great vid my man. I’ve subbed to your channel for a month now and really enjoying your content. Your mindset and principles on balancing a love of fashion and priorities in life is the same as mine. Keep it up! Look forward to your next video
I'm a designer from Barbados so I hardly buy any other brands. I feel kinda guilty if I do. I do get inspiration tho. Levis jeans and #Grafikalclothing246 Tops
Agree, fashion and style should be about self expression and not flexing. Build a wardrobe that you feel proud of, buy pieces that catch your attention and that you love to wear
That's where it's weird for me. Some influencers have a designer haul in their very basic apartments. I mean basic af. I mean an apartments that I could afford better than. I mean-
been waiting for somebody to say this because i feel like gatekeeping within the industry goes hand in hand with having to own certain clothes from certain brands in order to fit in when that really shouldn’t be the case if you really appreciate fashion and its artistry. overall i’m just really grateful for this video because you were honest-it’s something that i don’t see a lot within fashion where a majority of people tend to be pretentious lmao
Preach my guy! I am pretty much a victim of this as well as in the past I used to spend a lot on useless garments that I don't wear. This is why I now prefer to thrift in my local shops and find some rare vintage items that cost so much less than the branded stuff I used to buy. Flexing culture is not good for the wallets.
@ Alvin Anis, for some reason when you said "rare vintage items" I thought of Lenny Kravitz. Old school of course - but there's a man who loves style and fashion. Lenny created his own thing n'crafted how he wanted to Look in the public eye.
