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CMV - Buying designer clothes is a waste of money

Ok, first off, I’m not saying “you should only buy the cheapest clothes possible”. I’m aware that with specific pieces of clothes it’ll cost money if you want quality. I don’t mind spending money in a good pair of working boots, or in a great leather jacket, or a really classy and fitted suit. That’s all cool, and I respect people who take pride in their appearance.

But more and more I see people spending a 100$ on a regular t-shirt (nothing special about the cut or the materials) just because it’s Gucci or Supreme limited edition. It kinda seems a lot of designer clothes are overpriced basics with just a brand stamped on it. It’s like instead of building a good wardrobe through good taste and time, you just get your credit cart and try to feel cool by wearing a few high-fashion brand items.

It’s very rarely that when I’m on the street and I admire someone else’s clothes, they’re wearing designer’s.
gpt
It's a social status symbol that you personally don't value. But others do. 

It's the same reason you may buy clothes that maybe slightly more expensive but in your opinion look better (assuming similar quality). Someone else who doesn't value the look of clothing could tell you that the money you spent on clothes you think look better is a waste of money. In their value system they're not wrong.

Edit: OP should define what he means by designer clothes. Throughout the discussion he seems to be using the definition "extremely expensive tshirts" and not the vast majority of what actually is designer clothing. From wikipedia: "Designer clothing is expensive luxury clothing considered to be high quality and haute couture for the general public, made by, or carrying the label of, a well-known fashion designer."