As we all know, we're paying for the name and to be honest, I think a lot of people buy things BECAUSE they are expensive and less attainable to the average joe!! We all know jeans don't cost $400 to make. It's pretty much a joke really!
For example, if 'Superfine' jeans were $30, and everyone was wearing them, would you still wear them? I wouldn't because they would be in reach of every average joe on the streets.
It's terrible I know, but if some designers start bringing their prices down, their image is then somewhat more cheap looking, more attainable, and less desirable for those seeking high end/ luxury/ exclusive goods. I think it's an ego thing to a lot of people as well.
Soo to answer the initial question, i think the most obvious overpriced designer item is always a plain tshirt or pair of jeans. I saw a plain tshirt with a small printed label last week for US$300. It probably cost the designer $10 max to be made.
For example, if 'Superfine' jeans were $30, and everyone was wearing them, would you still wear them? I wouldn't because they would be in reach of every average joe on the streets.
It's terrible I know, but if some designers start bringing their prices down, their image is then somewhat more cheap looking, more attainable, and less desirable for those seeking high end/ luxury/ exclusive goods. I think it's an ego thing to a lot of people as well.
Soo to answer the initial question, i think the most obvious overpriced designer item is always a plain tshirt or pair of jeans. I saw a plain tshirt with a small printed label last week for US$300. It probably cost the designer $10 max to be made.
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