When you go thrift shopping do you find yourself making the thrifting mistake of only buying brand name items? For example, will you find yourself grabbing a top, not because you like it, but because it has a Lululemon tag or a Ralph Lauren tag attached? Yes, it is exciting to find name brand items for extremely low prices, but it becomes a problem when deep down you know that that you will never wear the item. Buying an item just because of the brand name is a huge thrifting mistake (and waste of money) because that item will most likely end up right back at the thrift store after a few months.
Ask yourself these questions before thrifting brand name items:
1. Will someone else cherish the item more than you will?
This is the main question to ask yourself when thrifting. If you have any doubts about purchasing an item, try to think about others. Will someone else like the item more than you do? Don’t settle for an item you sort of like, especially when there’s a chance someone else may end up loving it.
2. Does this item match your style?
It’s easy to find yourself grabbing nice, name brand items that do not match your style at all. Asking this question will allow you to appreciate the item while also comparing it to your own personal style. Decide if the item is something you would actually wear. If you think you can only get one or two uses out of it, put the item back.
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3. Would you buy the item if it was not name brand?
Ask this question to help determine if you truly love the item or if you only love it because of the brand. If you only love the item because of the brand put the item back immediately.
Have you ever bought an item just because of the brand?
