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Questions and Answers
The author finds designer brands to be affordable and worth the price.
The author finds designer brands to be affordable and worth the price.
False (B)
The author believes that people who shop at Prada are confident in their own tastes.
The author believes that people who shop at Prada are confident in their own tastes.
False (B)
According to the author, young people with money are increasingly turning to designer shops for their clothing needs.
According to the author, young people with money are increasingly turning to designer shops for their clothing needs.
False (B)
The author believes that finding a great piece of clothing from a cheap chain store is like discovering gold in a river.
The author believes that finding a great piece of clothing from a cheap chain store is like discovering gold in a river.
The author agrees with the idea of 'must-haves' promoted by designer brands.
The author agrees with the idea of 'must-haves' promoted by designer brands.
The author thinks that buying designer brands is a way to look individual and not mass-produced.
The author thinks that buying designer brands is a way to look individual and not mass-produced.
According to the author, designer brands use manipulative tactics to increase their sales.
According to the author, designer brands use manipulative tactics to increase their sales.
The author would consider spending money on designer clothes if the prices were more reasonable.
The author would consider spending money on designer clothes if the prices were more reasonable.
The author advocates for young people to have the confidence to trust their own judgment in fashion choices.
The author advocates for young people to have the confidence to trust their own judgment in fashion choices.
Flashcards
Designer brands affordable?
Designer brands affordable?
The statement is false. The author does NOT find designer brands affordable or worth the price.
Prada shoppers confident?
Prada shoppers confident?
The statement is false. The author believes Prada shoppers lack confidence/taste.
Youth flock to designer shops?
Youth flock to designer shops?
The statement is false. Young people avoid designer shops.
Cheap find = gold?
Cheap find = gold?
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Agree with 'must-haves'?
Agree with 'must-haves'?
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Designer = Individual?
Designer = Individual?
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Brands manipulate sales?
Brands manipulate sales?
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Buy if prices drop?
Buy if prices drop?
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Trust your fashion sense?
Trust your fashion sense?
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Study Notes
The Problem with Designer Brands
- The author disagrees with the concept of "must-have" items in fashion, believing it to be a manipulative tactic to increase sales and profit for designers.
- Designer brands are seen as appealing to people who are insecure about their own tastes and judgment, relying on the brand's reputation to ensure they're making a "cool" choice.
Alternative Shopping Philosophy
- The author prefers to shop at cheap chain stores on the High Street, where they can find similar clothes at a fraction of the cost.
- This approach requires effort to find the hidden gems, but the satisfaction of discovery is immense.
- The author views individuality and uniqueness as essential, avoiding mass-produced fashion.
Emerging Trends
- A survey by a British bank reveals that young people with money are abandoning designer shops and opting for chain stores, second-hand shops, and markets instead.
- This shift indicates that young people are gaining confidence in their own judgment and willingness to take risks to stand out.
Personal Perspectives
- The author finds exorbitant prices in designer shops astonishing and would rather spend their money on more valuable things even if they had the financial means.
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