Originally Posted by jertheber
Buying well made things is still a wise way to save money in the long run, if you have extra money to save that is.. Top shelf Italian made men's shoes are a real luxury, they "pay" for themselves in comfort if nothing else. I bought a Burberry sport coat years ago and it is still in very good condition, as opposed to some of the cheaper Ralph Lauren jackets I've bought and long since tossed. The economics of clothing are always mindful of the fit and finish of the garment being considered, and those who know good quality will see the reason for a higher price, those who don't know quality when they see it, or, just don't wear nice clothing all that much won't pay for the better workmanship and fabric.
I prefer Ferragamo shoes for dress and Bally for driving mocs or any casual wear. Austyn jeans, for wearing with a sport coat and plain old Levis for kickin around. Men's slacks, I've found to be all over the scale of both quality and price, Zanella, or Boss are two favorites that I've gotten a lot of mileage out of for the money, there are way more expensive brands but again, price doesn't always equate with comfort, or build quality. Winter coats, Burberry and the upper end of Brooks Brothers works well, both are well made and acceptably stylish. Shirts, Barba Napoli, Boss, or Brooks Bro's are all well made shirts and usually available in great colors.
The trend toward a more casual clothing style has taken hold, and I'm all for that, but it doesn't change the fact that we all will need to be dressed appropriately from time to time, and when we do want to dress up we should be aware of what looks presentable and what can never be thought of as acceptable. Why are women usually better dressed than the men they are out with? I think it has to do with men's views on clothing, many don't know how to dress, and worse, many feel they are not being true to themselves when they are dressed well. But that is simply a rural mentality which has blossomed into a mainstream consciousness. Being well dressed is a testimony not to one's ego, but moreover, to one's sense of respect.
"Looking good isn't self-importance; it's self-respect."
—Charles Hix, Author...
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