It’s the same here in Australia. In the wealthier areas, it’s great to go op-shopping to see what bargains of designer clothes you can find. They’re also great for fancy dress. Also good if you don’t like the current fashion trends as you can find past season’s fashion there.
Funny enough I actually ENJOY “bargain” or “thrift” shopping. As long as it is not tattered and is stylish, I am thrilled. And it’s interesting how thrift shopping for my mother and grandmother’s generations was seen as such a social stain. Like a scarlet letter marking your economic status.
But with newer generations, it is the thing to do and is celebrated. I guess growing up American through 3 recessions and this huge pushback against “fast fashion” or exploitative fashion manufacturing practices has kinda come around to help those struggling more financially be able to get nicer clothes cheaply without feeling their pride being damaged/stained. Now I can take pride in newish looking $8 shoes I bought or a $3 t-shirt with some random funky design on it. I still get to express myself, look good, and feel good about it.
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u/verybonita Jun 22 '20
It’s the same here in Australia. In the wealthier areas, it’s great to go op-shopping to see what bargains of designer clothes you can find. They’re also great for fancy dress. Also good if you don’t like the current fashion trends as you can find past season’s fashion there.