I'm not suggesting this is an option for myself or even you but there are a lot of guys starting out in business that can not afford £300 - £500 ($500+) for suits and ties and all the rest of it. And for me buying a decent jacket that can be worn out on a weekend may be worth a cheaper £10 flutter on a good make and fabric then spending £100 on a cheap dead in 6 months high street shop.
But I am the layman here in so many ways and know a few readers are on the same forums as I am and discuss this. But only in the States.
So please let me know what you think. Good idea, bad idea? Good finds? Where are good shops?
A big one is: What to look for? There are a lot of good quality items that are being donated by a caring owner and may be perfect for you but what brands, makes are good to look out for.
I know our American cousins have a much bigger time of the Thrift store experience so value your input too guys.
Let us know what you think guys. Comment below.
I can't believe no one has commented on this yet! Thrift (charity) shops in the U.S. can and do yield quite a bit of really nice vintage and pre-owned menswear especially those located in better parts of town where the nicer stuff is to be found/had. Look up the blog An Affordable Wardrobe. Its writer Giuseppe is a master and has excellent taste in dressing like a million bucks on a modest budget.
ReplyDeleteBest Regards,
Ulrich von B.