The disposable dilemma
As much as I'd like to deny that I shop at uber chain stores such as Forever 21 and H&M, I can't lie, because I most certainly do. They actually serve a significant role in filling the holes of my wardrobe by both satiating my want for at-the-moment trend items, plus providing inexpensive basics. The key to shopping at such stores is not relying on them to build a wardrobe, but rather to use them sparingly.
The list of essential basics that I provided earlier are worthy of spending extra money on, as they will truly sustain their style throughout the years. However, if you're dying to jump on the lace and crochet train, it makes more sense to buy a top from F21 for $20 rather than opt for a more expensive brand's version which will cost $60 and up.
Still, it's too easy to pop into H&M and spend $100 in a span of 30 minutes. While everything is priced relatively low, people tend to grab more items with the thought that it's worth the money. This psychology becomes problematic when people are more interested in consuming because it seems affordable, rather than thoughtfully choosing items that they'll actually wear. With inexpensive disposable clothing, you can still waste a ton of money. Plus it's an issue of quality versus quantity, in which we're being bred to believe that an overflowing closet is a sign of having good fashion sense (which often times, it isn't).
Ultimately, carefully mixing high and low items should help to keep your budget in tact, while giving you freedom to play and experiment with different styles. Because in the end, fashion should still be fun.
The list of essential basics that I provided earlier are worthy of spending extra money on, as they will truly sustain their style throughout the years. However, if you're dying to jump on the lace and crochet train, it makes more sense to buy a top from F21 for $20 rather than opt for a more expensive brand's version which will cost $60 and up.
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| Lover, the Muse lace blouse, for $682 (yes, that's six hundred eighty two dollars, no missing decimal point) |
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| Forever 21's version of the lace top, $24.80 (better than $682, yes?) |
Still, it's too easy to pop into H&M and spend $100 in a span of 30 minutes. While everything is priced relatively low, people tend to grab more items with the thought that it's worth the money. This psychology becomes problematic when people are more interested in consuming because it seems affordable, rather than thoughtfully choosing items that they'll actually wear. With inexpensive disposable clothing, you can still waste a ton of money. Plus it's an issue of quality versus quantity, in which we're being bred to believe that an overflowing closet is a sign of having good fashion sense (which often times, it isn't).
Ultimately, carefully mixing high and low items should help to keep your budget in tact, while giving you freedom to play and experiment with different styles. Because in the end, fashion should still be fun.
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