She refuses to go to a discounted clothing store (Ross, TJ Maxx, Marshall ect.), and she only truly likes clothes that are name brand. It's starting to be a pain because she is spending her parent's money to buy these clothes. How can i get her to change her ways?
2006-08-31 10:10:15 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Beauty & Style ➔ Fashion & Accessories
Actually, I used to go to the malls and shop like that as well, but I know that the malls are overpriced so I don't bother with it anymore. The thing I'm worried about is, that her parents are having a hard time earning back the money that she spends, and it makes me feel guilty because I'm usually the one taking her to the mall and what not.
2006-08-31 10:22:06 · update #1
You have two options:
Drag her to those stores kicking and screaming.
Don't go shopping with her.
I wouldn't worry about your friend's parents' money. I understand it probably drives you crazy because you can't spend money at the places she can, but really, you're the one who's going to be better off in the long run - especially when it comes to the point where mommy and daddy cut the money supply cord.
You might want to tell her that wearing name brand clothes just isn't cool - it shows insecurity that others are judging you and that you don't have the individuality to just be yourself. She might tell you that is being herself, and that you're the one who isn't cool, but trust me, clothes aren't what makes you cool.
I'm a proud thrift store shopper myself. You can get so much more stuff for the same price. A lot of it is even new, with tags on it. It just seems stupid to pay three times as much and have less.
2006-08-31 10:28:54 · answer #1 · answered by Chelle 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sometimes people can't be stopped. When they truly like something, they will like it no matter what. But i agree that she should change her ways. I mean, TJ Maxx, Marshall, Ross, etc., they're good stores. Tell her that no matter what brand her shirt is, people will not see the tag, they won't see what price she paid for it. You know, clothing at TJ Maxx looks just about the same as some name brand stores. I don't like going to those name brands stores and my friends always say i look fabulous. Tell her it's not about how much money you spend, but it's about what you buy with the money. I mean, why would you spend say..$40 on a shirt at a name brand store when you can buy a similar shirt (or even the same) at say..TJ Maxx or Kohls for only $10?
You know, i bought these really great high heels at Kohls once. They were originally priced at $49.99 but when i bought it, it was during Thanksgiving or so, and i got the shoes for only $5! I told my friends and they were all impressed and i wore it to a dance and they were all like "Wow". Just tell your friend that name brand clothing isn't always the best and that you can find similar shirts, jeans, etc. at discounted stores. Just try to take her to one of those stores and who knows, maybe she will like it! Good luck! :)
2006-08-31 17:21:57 · answer #2 · answered by dolphinlover 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell her that TJ Maxx, Marshalls and other discount stores have name brands. You can also tell her that she can get alot more clothing by going to these type stores. Hope that helps.
2006-08-31 17:15:03 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Whoa whats wrong with brand name. Im sorry but brand name is about 50% of why i buy something. The other 50% is quality and my need for it and if i like it. wearing brand name clothes does not make a person snobby. what makes a person snobby is if they think they are better then others b/c they wear brand name clothes. that is just shallow.
i think the question should be why does your friend buy brand name? is it a status thing? i know its not very humble but i buy brand name clothes to show ppl my financial status. if your friend is rich let her buy them but if she is trying to be someone she isn't then maybe the best way to make her stop is to let her friends know the truth.
2006-08-31 17:27:18 · answer #4 · answered by bartathalon 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are her parents o.k. with her spending their money? If so, then it's really not your business to change her "ways".
Think about this...Are you just bummed that you can't afford to shop where she shops or spend the money she spends? If so then you need to think on yourself.
If her parents can't afford the money she spends and she is oblivious to it, then it is your duty as a friend to help her become less of a shopping "snob" as you put it, lol.
2006-08-31 17:20:14 · answer #5 · answered by lc 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't. Let her get all the brand names she wants.It's not like her parents will be buying her ''brand name clothes'' forever. Soon she'll have to pay it out of her own pockets. Let her enjoy having brand name clothes without having to work or pay for it.
2006-08-31 17:14:51 · answer #6 · answered by Juicyit :) 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
you can't change anyone's ways. if her parents want to spend the money on her, LET THEM. if the parents have problem with it they will address it.
i'm not saying she's right, but that would be like trying to change you into wearing only name brand stuff. people will only change if they want to.
2006-08-31 17:18:53 · answer #7 · answered by Mr. Bo Jangles 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
see what kind of stuff she buys... buy something you think she would like for herself, but you wear it... then if she says ooh thats cute! or something like that.. tell her where you got it... then she can't say anything about those stores! also, i went to tj maxx a few weeks ago, and they have all american eagle stuff now! tell her that!
good luck!
xox- amanda
2006-08-31 17:13:53 · answer #8 · answered by cali babe 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Keep looking stylish in your discount clothes. Every time she asks where you got somethign that she lieks it will plant a see din her head that you don't need to overpay to look good.
Stay true to your fashion sense and budget.
2006-08-31 17:13:23 · answer #9 · answered by Jessica D 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
She may just like nice things...but, once her parent's cut her off though, she'll be begging you to take her to your discount stores!!
2006-08-31 17:14:56 · answer #10 · answered by thaigoddess1 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋