newnative Posted September 15, 2022 Share Posted September 15, 2022 I have no interest in designer clothes, just as I have no interest in buying a car just for a certain badge on the hood. Now that I can afford it, I do spend more on clothes to get a better quality. I tend to buy for comfort, fit, and easy care. When I find a brand and item I like, I'll buy a number of the same item in different patterns and colors. I like a particular Uniqlo walking short--fits perfectly, great fabric for this climate, and it comes out of the dryer wrinkle-free. I have them in every color offered. The same for shirts. I've found a brand I like that fits me well and no ironing needed. Probably have 15 or 20 of them. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OneMoreFarang Posted September 15, 2022 Author Share Posted September 15, 2022 47 minutes ago, Richard 2020 said: So many people want to stand out from the crowd with designer fashion ! But in the end, the masses then run around in all the same stuff! Nike, Lacoste, Hugo Boss, Armani and much more! Preferably then still on the chest, so that everyone sees it...Ridiculous! But it seems there are also enough people who look at the clothes of others. And if the other person, male or female, wears expensive clothes, then that person has to be respected or maybe he is a potential husband because he is rich, etc. And women looking at other women is often the worst case. I never know if I should laugh or cry or just be sad about all those women with designer bags. I have that 30,000B bag. She has only that cheap 10,000B bag... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kwasaki Posted September 15, 2022 Share Posted September 15, 2022 6 minutes ago, OneMoreFarang said: But it seems there are also enough people who look at the clothes of others. And if the other person, male or female, wears expensive clothes, then that person has to be respected or maybe he is a potential husband because he is rich, etc. And women looking at other women is often the worst case. I never know if I should laugh or cry or just be sad about all those women with designer bags. I have that 30,000B bag. She has only that cheap 10,000B bag... Many people don't think like that only the likes of fashion conscious people I reckon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Hull Posted September 15, 2022 Share Posted September 15, 2022 Greatly overrated. You should look for quality and design. If makers need to feature their brand name on an item in order for it to be distinguishable then they should be paying you to wear it. Why are you paying them to advertise their brand? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tropposurfer Posted September 15, 2022 Share Posted September 15, 2022 Maybe its like many posters have commented in their own ways here so far; it depends on what you can afford, justify, and like. Speaking to the laundry story; I lost a beaut $120 Fred Perry t-shirt at a local laundry ... I shan't name on Surin Beach Road when I first emigrated. Shortly thereafter I did my own laundry. I get the thoughts and practicality of cheap, easy to buy, fractional cost stuff. I would say if one can afford such things the fit, quality, and durability shine through. There's the often unique colours, weaves, etc too that make the clothes so good. I wear clothes for me, not for others, well, ... except to please my darling and compliment her great taste. I enjoy dressing well. But on the island while its pretty casual I still like good clothes when we go out. I get it too that buying and wearing one piece a lot because its so expensive for you you can't afford other pieces is false economy and you will wear the piece out. I don't wear clothes over and over. I cycle through things to rest the clothing just as I do my shoes this way they last many, many years. Careful washing and out of sun drying helps preserve too. TIP: For black clothes rinse in 1 to 1.5 parts white vinegar to water to rinse out all the detergent and to restore the black of black before rinsing with fresh water. I have and enjoy the comfort of quality clothes. I don't wear the large advertising labelled stuff, just not my style. Subtle French-type style is my moto. I've worm cheap knock-off stuff and prefer the quality of designer stuff. Value, fit n durability is far better from my experience for the later. But to garden or wash the car etc its old boardies and a raggy old t shirt. My shoes, I still visit and get from MBK (ground floor) shoe store area for slip ons. Most others are custom made ... well for the last ten years or so anyways. If you can afford handmade ... Once you've bought quality custom made shoes its hard to go back to off the shelf boats. They last many decades too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SportRider Posted September 15, 2022 Share Posted September 15, 2022 I'll pay for quality, not for brand. Marks and Spencer's shirts, Next jeans, Skechers shoes. Nonexistent/below the radar branding but quality and built to last. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burma Bill Posted September 15, 2022 Share Posted September 15, 2022 (edited) 22 hours ago, OneMoreFarang said: because I never saw a reason to buy them or to wear them. Thank you for your interesting comments. For me, the main reason was "size" being far more generous than Thai equivalents. When I lived in Lanna, I made regular shopping trips to Maesai and crossed the Burmese border into Tachilek. The large duty free shop in Tachilek was stacked with "designer labelled" clothes such as Lacoste, Boss, Armani, Cardin, Hilfiger etc. etc. at a fraction of the price in the local Thai Central Plazas. Of course, they were copies but the quality was there and a large meant large, not a Thai "tight" large!! Never a problem with Customs bringing them back into Thailand - all run by the local Burmese/Thai mafia along with the casinos. I still have shirts and sports trousers here with me in Cambodia purchased around 6 years ago. No singlets/shorts and flip flops for me! Edited September 15, 2022 by Burma Bill additional information 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Photoguy21 Posted September 15, 2022 Share Posted September 15, 2022 Depends very much on what I am looking for but certainly nothing with the brand name on display. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pgrahmm Posted September 15, 2022 Share Posted September 15, 2022 At last check I had just over 140 shirts hanging in my wardrobe.... About half are tee shirts & old playing jerseys to knock around the house in ..... The other half has a few dress shirts but mostly good quality shirts that are good for about any time wear .... I never wear tee shirts out & about.... Possibly, if I'm driving my daughter to drop her off and I am not leaving the car.... It actually surprised me that I have that many ..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GammaGlobulin Posted September 15, 2022 Share Posted September 15, 2022 I used to be a Brooks Brothers guy, wearing everything from Brooks Brothers. That is, until I gave up wearing clothes, almost all together, after moving here. Still, I would like to wear clothes, if they were good quality, and IF I lived in a climate which was suitable for wearing clothes. Do you know Brooks Brothers? Maybe the quality of Brooks Brothers has deteriorated over the years, but I would know nothing about it, if it has. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brooks_Brothers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geisha Posted September 17, 2022 Share Posted September 17, 2022 I have no limit when it comes to comfy shoes or the best eye glasses. For clothes, I shop, look around , and if something really suits me I’ll buy it. But not designer prices, mid range. I hand wash my nice clothes and wool . Never machine. They last for years. But, jeans have to be my favorite brand, great fit , looks good. Tried many others, even the very high priced ones, they don’t fit as well. So it’s knowing what suits you and what you’re comfy in. Nice bermudas, clean t-shirt or shirt looks great for men or ladies. ( I hâte flip flops on dirty feet - ugh , or those who don’t wear deodorant, ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OneMoreFarang Posted September 17, 2022 Author Share Posted September 17, 2022 20 minutes ago, geisha said: I hâte [...] or those who don’t wear deodorant, I have to admit it seems too many people wear about 10 times as much deodorant than necessary... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geisha Posted September 17, 2022 Share Posted September 17, 2022 6 minutes ago, OneMoreFarang said: I have to admit it seems too many people wear about 10 times as much deodorant than necessary... many deodorants are perfume free these days and for sensitive skin. Have you ever sat next to a smelly person on a train / bus/ plane, or while you’re enjoying your meal ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OneMoreFarang Posted September 17, 2022 Author Share Posted September 17, 2022 1 hour ago, geisha said: many deodorants are perfume free these days and for sensitive skin. Have you ever sat next to a smelly person on a train / bus/ plane, or while you’re enjoying your meal ? Probably it happened, but I don't really remember the last time when it happened. But often I "meet" several people per day with way too much deodorant/perfume. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geisha Posted September 17, 2022 Share Posted September 17, 2022 8 minutes ago, OneMoreFarang said: Probably it happened, but I don't really remember the last time when it happened. But often I "meet" several people per day with way too much deodorant/perfume. Not the same smell. Overpowering perfume is awful, especially in the heat. Some mens aftershave are awful . I sat near to a lady on a flight to Bangkok who was all designer goods dressed, she absolutely reeked of sweat. It made me sick., That was my point. Designer or expensive clothes can’t hide your body odeurs, neither does perfume. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mac Mickmanus Posted September 23, 2022 Share Posted September 23, 2022 On 9/15/2022 at 9:24 AM, pgrahmm said: At last check I had just over 140 shirts hanging in my wardrobe.... Why do you need or want so many shirts for ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StreetCowboy Posted September 23, 2022 Share Posted September 23, 2022 On 9/15/2022 at 10:41 AM, hotchilli said: I never grew into them... I hate that; when your brother is bigger than you are, and you go through three years of secondary school with breeks flapping round your shoes and cuffs hanging over your hands. At least it hid the cigarette... SC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StreetCowboy Posted September 23, 2022 Share Posted September 23, 2022 5 hours ago, Mac Mickmanus said: Why do you need or want so many shirts for ? Who can be bothered counting to 140? I reckon I have two feet of shirts hanging in the wardrobe. I can understand why blokes like that don't have time for cycling, but I reckon their fitness would improve if they spent less time counting their shirts and more time sweating in them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OneMoreFarang Posted September 27, 2022 Author Share Posted September 27, 2022 31 minutes ago, mikelorizano said: It is made of 100% linen and comes in a white colourway. It features a smocked waist and puff sleeves. The dress also contains 50% eco-materials, which are widely recognised for lowering its environmental impact. Linen is an ideal fabric for summer, since it lets the skin breathe and keeps the wearer cool. It is versatile enough to be worn with flip-flops, a hat, or a basket bag. Fascinating. I have no idea about a colourway, smocked waist and puff sleeves. And I definitely don't care if it is versatile enough to be worn with flip-flops, a hat, or a basket bag. Thanks for your advice. That is way above my understanding. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pgrahmm Posted September 27, 2022 Share Posted September 27, 2022 On 9/23/2022 at 11:29 PM, StreetCowboy said: Who can be bothered counting to 140? I reckon I have two feet of shirts hanging in the wardrobe. I can understand why blokes like that don't have time for cycling, but I reckon their fitness would improve if they spent less time counting their shirts and more time sweating in them. I cycle every day/evening + workout on our home gym in the morning.... The shirts aren't from size changes as I've worn the same sizes for decades & never allowed myself to be over weight...... The count came when we bought new wardrobes & I was surprised I filled it with some left out.... Contrast that to my wife who has her full wardrobe plus, dresser drawers, and plastic containers in our storage room with full ranges of clothes styles + clothes for a travel wardrobe stashed away until needed..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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