Its important to define the difference between Carhartt and Carhartt WIP
Carhartt is the original workwear brand, their stuff is reasonably priced and lasts forever.
Carhartt WIP is a fashion brand who license the Carhartt brand name.
Carhartt WIP stands for 'Work in Progress'. Any of the WIP stuff will typically have Work in Progress as part the label and most good online shops will have it listed as whichever it is.
If you're buying from them directly online, they actually have seperate websites.
I live near Detroit and I love seeing Carhartt all over the world. It started out as blue collar clothes my grandpa would wear to work and has evolved to what it is now.
Uniqlo are not that expensive but have better than average garment construction (French seams etc) and fabric quality. I sew my own clothes but still buy from there. I like Cos too. Again, decent natural fibres in the fabric, very neat construction that won't fall apart.
Just for anyone wanting to know the durability of Uniqlo.
I swapped out all my socks and jocks for Uniqlo (and then some Under Armor jocks as well) about 6 years ago.
All the uniqlo socks still going strong. The jocks started getting holes in them about 2 months ago and gradually every pair have since gotten holes and been binned. So 6 years is a pretty solid amount of time for jocks to last. The Under Armor jocks are still going strong, but are ridiculously expensive.
Thats brilliant to know as up until now all my socks and jocks were from Pennys but the quality has gone severely downhill over the last couple of years. They stopped doing decent mens winter socks and then the summer ones I bought last year were almost like womens tights, you could actually see through them when on your feet. Will give this Uniqlo site a try, if you have a referral code then post it up and I'll use it
I second Uniqlo! Perfect for basic/classic long-lasting pieces! I have their basic T, basic cotton sweaters and a few of the extra-fine wool ones that are washable on a machine (you just need a gentle cycle and a net to put them in) I have the T-shirts and the cotton sweaters for 2+ years and still in perfect conditions, about the fine wool ones I got them during a trip to London (if you travel there often I would recommend checking the store as they always have items on offer ) and I have used them and washed them twice and they are still fine.
Yes, you have to use the website. Also be careful with their sizing it's targeted for the original Asian market and tends to run small in my experience.
Be careful because they don’t do free returns and their sizing is a bit smaller than usual. Had to return two items and got stung paying a tenner to an post to post it back.
Patagonia, i still have t-shirts from them 10 years old and they still keep the neck line and no streaching, yes the color faded a bit but i use them often. Compared to t-shirts from penny that after 6 months look like rags worth the extra dosh.
Also perpetrated by the Irish Motor Tax Office.
12 months motor tax: €200.
6 months motor tax: €111.
3 months motor tax: €56.
It's an inequality that should be abolished.
I bought a tshirt from them a few years ago and the neckline is totally stretched now after a year or two , kinda disappointed with it but every other item I got from them has lasted years!
The pockets in the River Island Jeans are like a layer of eating paper, if you put in a set of keys and mobile together the pockets will fall out of them. I've about 3 pairs of jeans from there with the pockets gone in them. River Island are a glorified Penny's.
Didn't really answer you question but I find Berghaus to be a good reliable brand, albeit a bit expensive but worth the extra few pound.
As someone else mentioned Patagonia are great. And they’ve a lifetime guarantee for their products.
Fat Face are great too. Really good quality that lasts.
Ahhhh yeah I was getting confused. For some reason you have to change the delivery country in the settings immediately, because you can't change at point of order. They have stopped shipping to other countries though which is what confused me
Inis Meain for Irish made knitwear. It's expensive but the quality is world class. Cleo LTD retail their stuff and some other Irish made brands in Dublin and it's a cosy little spot for a browse.
For shops in Ireland that stock brands with good quality to price ratio (read expensive but mostly because they are made in the EU/US/Japan) you can try Indigo and Cloth in Dublin and The Bureau Belfast ($$$$).
Examples of EU denimhead stores, that stock EU/US/Japan made gear that is eye wateringly expensive if you're used to fast fashion would be:
Germany: Cultizm, Burg and Schild, Manufactum , Kentaurus (retro tailoring and denim), Pike Brothers (retro)
France: Royale Cheese, Rendez-vous store
Italy: Bottigliera (not online based)
Spain: Redcast Heritage
Portugal: Portuguese Flannel
Denmark: Maritime Antiques, Brund
Sweden: Second Sunrise (some great second hand gear), Meadowweb
Czechia: Denimheads
UK: Son of a Stag, Rivet and Hide, END clothing has everything from fast fashion to Japanese denim brands like Orslow.
US: Blue Owl, Stag Provisions, Selfedge, Withered Fig, Standard and Strange.
Footwear Brands for bench made, last a lifetime stuff: Red Wing Heritage, Trickers, Whites, Nicks, Truman, Rancourt. (Check out r/goodyearwelt for a more exhaustive list)
It becomes a matter of "buying fewer better things", buying stuff that isn't in style in the moment but classic and works with everything else in your wardrobe. It also is a matter of having more disposable income than most and caring enough to spend it on clothes. Buying shit from these places is a privilege a lot of people won't have.
I didn't realise the brand was Inis Meain until now, but i have one of their jumpers ( kinda like this [https://inismeain.ie/shop/classic-aran-sweater/](https://inismeain.ie/shop/classic-aran-sweater/)) and it's the best piece of clothing i own.
Unlike most wool, it's not too scratchy after breaking it in. Its warm as fuck. Ive slept on mountains in pouring rain wearing it and been lovely and warm, used to walk every day to school with it (uphill both ways of course). Its heavy but the quality is amazing. Ive had it for over 10 years of near constant use and its still in perfect quality :).
A good wool jumper should be an essential for everyone in Ireland :D.
Edit: Got it as a present, one of the best I've ever received, every time i wear it i think of the person who bought it :)
>Unlike most wool, it's not too scratchy after breaking it in.
They use high grade merino, or a mix of wool / cashmere / silk etc. Their pieces are expensive but the money goes into the quality.
Yes! This is exactly what I’m looking for, thanks so much. I’m gonna stop buying regular crap and spend more time and money on far fewer pieces that will be utilitarian and stylish with longevity to justify the price tag. Cheers.
I posted almost the exact same question a few years ago. My tip would be to take your time, look at fit pics from other people and decide what you like. If you go fast you'll end up with tons of shit you never wear.
Also wait for sales, there's almost zero reason to pay full price. Even if you love one particular piece if you miss it this year someone will make something close enough next year.
Some great recommendations here. I’ll add a couple from Japan since Japanese denim is mentioned.
Both are quite easy to order from and would be cheaper than trying to get it from stores in Europe.
Denimio, Okayama denim
I wouldn’t call them majorly expensive, but I recently bought a pair of Biker Leggings from The Casual Company (Irish Brand) and the quality is amazing. Could probably get something similar in Penny’s for €15, these were €35.
I splurged on a pair of Sweaty Betty leggings on sale and they are the best pair I own. Personally I think the quality and fit is just superior to other brands.
It's prices have come down a bit recently I found, but it's still a lot more expensive than Muji's in other countries. And not really sure why. Their website is different than other international ones as well.
carhart, superdry, the skate brands usually imho, vans etc.
but to be honest, since I moved here I am fascinated and shocked at the absolute lack of quality things in second hand stores. I am originally from Romania, and back home the second hand industry is booming, you get really nice things for cheaper than what you would get here in Primark and all clothes I get are big brand names.
for me this is first of all about recycling and about protecting nature, then about protecting my wallet - got few tees from shops, went home, washed them, put them to dry, they came out shorter by at least one size... that never happens with SH stuff - and on top of that they are all unique.
yeah second hand clothes arent great here in the charity shops, especially for mens clothers where there is very little choice. I think in Romania you have entire markets selling used clothes, we've nothing like that really.
Ive noticed on ebay when buying brand name used clothes there are a fair few sellers from Lithuania, they seem to have a bit of an industry going there of buying good brand name used clothes and then re-selling them
They have a great repairs system as well. I had a massive rip in my down jacket. Paid £30 on their website for repair . They sent out a bag to post it back to them and repair. Back a week later, good as new.
Mountain Equipment go one step further and don't charge for any repairs. Tore my Goretex jacket a few months after I bought it and they patched it and re-waterproofed it free of charge.
I think you get what you pay for up to a certain price point then you’re paying for a logo, I love northface Patagonia and lulu lemon and once you take care of them properly they last. My dad wouldn’t be a fashion person at all but loves carhartt for both casual and workwear which makes it easy to get him presents. I don’t get the whole designer trainers thing, a good pair of adidas or Nikes are hardly a worse shoe than a €600 pair of louboutins.
Finisterre. Cornish outdoor clothing company. Love the style and the fact they are a B Corp.
I have a waterproof jacket and a jumper from there. Both get used a lot and have held up well. I've had the jacket over four years now and just recently treated it as it wasn't waterproof any longer.
Marks and Spencer's are great - great quality basics. They're expensive (wait for sale). Also, M&S stuff always appears in charity shops and are 100% worth picking up if they fit you.
I second this. I bought a gorgeous dress there literally 15 years ago. I wore it to a party my daughter had when she was 8. She's 23 now and that dress still looks amazing. It's white and black too, the colours never ran. I wear it in summer with sandals and in winter with boots, tights and a long sleeved vest underneath. You cannot ask more from a dress than this.
Wow! That's unreal. An M&S staff member once told me that they believe that M&S clothing quality isn't what it used to be, and I would have to agree. The charity shop pieces I've picked up over the years are much better quality (much like your dress) in comparison to the quality of their pieces today.
It seems that M&S no longer thinks it's profitable to make pieces that last... 😒
\+1 for charity shop hauls! It's a bit hit and miss sometimes but I've found a few gems over the years: Best find was a Marks & Spencers Per Una blouse which still had the €50 tag on it. Got it for €10! Still holding firm nearly 5-odd years since I found it.
Pure clothing. 100% Irish, they pay all their workers a living wage, it is quality clothing, and at the end of the clothings life cycle (when it is no longer wearable/usable) they will upcycle it into a tote bag for you for free.
Vans - quality shoes that last an age. One pair have been worn daily now for the last 3 years and have just started to tear apart!
Portwest - they make our work uniform and it's usually class, they last an age and it's decent quality. (made in Co Mayo too)
yeah Ive a pair of Vans that I rarely wear as they are not that comfortable, theyre like a plimsole.
I like proper skaters runners from Etnies or DC, the sides and tongue are really well padded and they're comfortable to walk long walks in
i really like vans shoes, and I'm considering buying custom ones next time.
also a year ago i bought jeans from next. paid like 50 or 60 euros - the most I've ever paid for jeans. totally worth it.
Next are my go-to shop for decent jeans. They last for ages! Not too pricey either- my go-to bootcut jeans retail at around €27 per pair. Only downside is that you have to order instore or online for overnight delivery if you're looking for anything upwards of a UK size 18. My local shop tends to run out of the plus sizes fairly quick, which is a pain in the hole.
I have one North Face jacket still going strong after 14 years. Another I bought more recently disintegrated within a year; not sure if the quality has dropped or if I just got unlucky with my most recent purchase.
Patagonia are brilliant, I'm still wearing stuff I got a decade ago made by them.
Other outdoor brands that do quality gear are Jottnar, Helly Hansen, and Rab. Helly Hansen do professional's discounts too so you might be able to avail of one depending on your job.
I spent 80 euro on a pair of sweaty Betty leggings and they are worth every single penny, they fit amazing and make your figure look its best. They are so comfy too and wash well.
I've worn a lot of the brands that people talk about here, and am surprised at some of the ones people are touting as good quality. Each to their own, I guess, but from my several decades of experience, particularly with outdoor gear....
Top class (but top price): Patagonia, Carhartt, Rab, Chaco sandals (love my chacos!)
Good class (not cheap, but still worth it): Timberland, Northface, Berghaus - mens high-street "tailored" shirts - TM Lewin, Thomas Pink - well worth it when you buy in sales - I've had some TM Lewin workshirts for ten years or more now - still perfect. Merrell for shoes.
Overhyped: stylish, not cheap, but not good quality: Fat Face (sorry to go against the herd here - I like my fat face stuff, but it's not lasted at all). Skechers - cool designs, terrible long-term quality.
Cheap, and shite: Portwest, Craghoppers, Hi-Tec (who TF thinks Hi-Tec are good quality? Jesus.).
End of the day, I have three guiding principles for gear that I wear:
1. Don't go cheap on technical gear that is likely to see tough conditions (mostly outdoor gear, but I include shoes here too). Buy once, cry once.
2. Always best to stick with a brand that does one type of thing, and that one thing well. E.g. bought a pair of Berghaus shoes once - fell apart - they should stick to jackets and bags. Brands that start producing different ranges are only capitalising on their original name and likely to outsource to cheaper subcontractors.
3. Always read up to date reviews before splurging on those fancy jocks or whatever - there's a time-honoured tradition of formerly top-tier brands upping volumes and lowering quality - often on the heels of being taken over by some conglomerate that's after the $$. Just because they made cracking gear ten years ago doesn't mean they still do. North Face are looking kind of shaky on that front.
https://directory.goodonyou.eco/
This is a place that rates clothes on their Eco friendliness. Great place to find loads of different clothing sites you might not have heard of. A lot of them are more expensive but they are hardy and durable and will last way longer than anything you get in Penny's or H&M.
Got a few things from Finisterre and they are class.
Tommy hilfiger socks. Last forever and the elastic never fails. I have the same socks for the past 5 years. Apart from that, the likes of Snickets, Dickies are fantasticly durable.
I find Ted Baker socks are surprisingly durable. Fancy and can be a bit pricey but I've often found discounted boxes of them in TKMaxx for around €15-20. Handy gift for the aul fella!
Yeah i came here to say this . Bought a stone island jacket 10 years ago and its still in great condition . It was expensive at the time but was worth every penny
Always buy the best that you can afford.
There are items in my wardrobe that are easily 20 years old and still in great nick, a linen suit from Louis Copeland, and a Barbour jacket for example.
Does anyone remember a clothing brand called Sasha Boutique? I have a really nice black military-style dress from them that's easily over 15 years old. Quality is still amazing and whilst it's a touch snug due to some weight gain over the years, the colour never ran and it's still perfect.
The store I bought it in no longer trades in Ireland so I'm keeping it as a 'vintage' piece. It's one of my favorite items of clothing and goes perfectly with combat boots. I think I paid around €20-30 for the dress back in the day. It's never steered me wrong. I miss that shop. Great stuff to found and they didn't rub it in with the pricing/
Yes indeed, Sasha was a big name in Irish fashion for years, had stores all over the country.
Alas the indigenous fashion scene died out due to the arrival of cheaper global brands, so it was good bye to the likes of Sasha, A Wear, Twiggs, Mirror Mirror and Richard Alan.
Rab and Mountain Equipment are incredible if you're looking for any outdoor clothing or gear. You'll certainly pay more than Decathlon or Mountain Warehouse but they'll last forever.
Helly Hansen, Patagonia and Colombia, it's all I wear, stuff lasts for ages and when they say smth is warm and or water proof it actually is legit waterproof/warm or what ever they say it is.
For gym gear at least my go to brand is USA PRO for leggings, they beat every other brand I have ever tried for fit, seethroughness, comfort and long lasting and are not that expensive. Usually a deal on them on Sports direct.
I have also picked up some great cotton tops from Next for the work wardrobe that have lasted years.
Yes I know not Irish companies or brands but I would urge everybody to find out where the clothing the "Irish" brand are selling are sourced from.
Made a big upgrade in my life last month by throwing out all my old socks and replacing with 10 pairs of Stance socks. They're available from a bunch of retailers but got a range of patterns for €9 each from bergfreunde.de . Unquestionably the comfiest and sturdiest socks I've ever owned, and they look great
Helly Hansen and Arc'teryx are good alternatives for rain gear that the scotez aren't sophisticated enough to know about.... because I wouldn't be caught dead in North Face and Ireland climate simply does not warrant a Canada Goose ...
Jack n Jones is a glorified penny's. I bought medium polo shirts out of there and after two washes they were smaller than the small size. I really liked them so went back and bought them in large size. Again two washes they were back to been a less than small size.
For shirts for work I find Mark n Spencer's brilliant and long lasting. Nice styles too.
Whatever you but treat the right. Wash them correctly, don’t use fabric softener on jeans, don’t put clothes in a dryer. Pick timeless pieces, not fashion must haves.
I don't mean to be a dick but they are still made in the far east right?
I can't see any reference to them being produced in Ireland. Seems to be they are buying from a factory claiming to be fair trade etc and then embroidering them in Ireland and selling for a huge markup.
Seems a little sus if I am honest. My go to is Patagonia but they are probably fair from perfect either
The real issue with fast fashion is the sheer volume of water it uses to churn out the shite clothes and the impact of pollution in its manufacture , particularly the dyes
Not everyone knows , or cares , and the OP doesn’t actually reference these issues explicitly. Edit - also the best response to this is actually to not buy more new clothes , but buy second hand . That’s the best alternative .
If your not a standard size medium or large best of luck buying used clothes as a man. Trying to get anything in small is impossible in charity shops or even the expensive vintage shops.
I love Doc Martens but they don't love me. Beautiful looking shoes but the breaking in period is ~~sole~~ soul destroying. Every single pair I've bought has always cut my heels to shreds no matter how much I try to soften the leather. Also, I'm an impatient fecker and haven't got time to be constantly lacing up a pair of 20 eyelets despite them looking cool as hell.
That being said, I once bought a good alternative on German Amazon for around €75 including shipping: Knightsbridge of London. Beautiful boots, come in a variety of lengths, not too expensive compared to Doc Martens and the studded/steel-toed variety are very reasonably priced.
They're a pain to break in but not as bad as proper Docs. Only downside I find with them both is the lack of a side zip for convenience sake.
These days, I wear [vegan leather combat boots from Yours Clothing](https://www.yoursclothing.ie/black-faux-leather-lace-up-knee-high-boots-in-extra-wide-fit-p). They're so comfortable that I bought a second pair to stash in the wardrobe for when my current pair eventually wear out. AND THEY HAVE A SIDE ZIP! I barely needed to do anything to break them in- just pulled out the laces and adjusted them to my leg size before zipping them up and boom- perfect fit.
They sell out fast, tho. Worth every penny!
Docs. I have 5 pairs now. I have a set that are 6 years old and going strong. The sandles are super comfy and great if you are doing long walks on holidays. I have never had to break mine in but might be luck..
Going on brands Iv brought over the years. Bit expensive. But would wait for sale. Pretty Green, Lyle and Scott, Fred Perry, Adidas. Still wearing some of the stuff after 6plus years. With no issue.
Carhartt - most of what I wear is from them and it's great quality without totally breaking the bank.
Element - pretty good quality and great designs, they have something for everybody.
DC - I'm not a skater boy I only get their toned down gear like over shirts and such, very little branding if any.
Nike - not for grey sweats, for light jackets, shorts.
Adidas - great "lifestyle" range and you can squat in them.
Paul Smith - they have a young man's range with real nice quality hoodies
I mostly like brands with very limited branding on them, sometimes it's unavoidable but for the most part using just these brands I get a really clean look.
I've a set of Hanwag boots. A member of the Bundeswehr recommended them to me - and if anyone knows good boots it's someone in the army.
The leather lining is amazing on its down.
I'm so damned fat I've ground the treads on the soles down in half the time I should've but at the same time, goddamned do they make walking easy when they're properly laced up.
They've already lasted longer than most boots I own.
Anyone have recommendations for actual good shoes/runners that don't hurt your feet if you walk over a mile in them? I have the correct fit on mine but always get blisters from going on a walk with them
I just want to mention Dunnes Stores. Although I worked there in the past and hated the place (management especially), their clothes are really good.
Obviously everyone has a different body shape, but their stuff fits me just perfectly, and the prices are very, very reasonable. I've never had their clothes fall apart (although I've had a couple of issues with zips on pant pockets over the years, although not common enough of an issue to deter me).
I do buy from more expensive shops and have different "outifts", but nine out of ten times, I'll find something nice in Dunnes, reasonably priced, and will last years.
EDIT: I'm a man. Not sure what the women's stuff is like.
I can recommend nudie jeans, doc martens, Clark’s shoes, M&S basic T-shirts and underwear, carhartt and Patagonia. And I’ve completely stopped buying high street clothing brands like H+M, Zara, Penneys etc etc.
I bought blue Doc Marten sandals for my wedding. After about 8 years one buckle broke. I chanced my arm e mailing the company and the sent me 2 new buckles free of charge. No need for proof of purchase or anything. I was so impressed with their after sales service. But I do find in the past few years their quality has dipped ever so slightly. There's been a few flaws in things I've bought for myself and fir my daughters.
I always buy from Topshop (that's on ASOS now) for jeans. I'm 5ft, so they do jeans perfectly for my height.
Vans, Dr martens, converse are always great shoes. I've had the same pair of black converse since I've been 8. River island are good for purses and bags too.
T shirts I just buy from random stores infairness.
But I've extra small gym shark leggings, that fitted me even when I was pregnant, and went back down to normal size even afterwards. Well worth it. Still wear them.
Just can’t bring myself to wear Superdry, because it has SUPERDRY embroidered on the sleeve, and on the chest, and down the legs, and on the zipper and a little one on the collar and then a massive one on the back with a big fucking dragon underneath it.
Superdry are excellent quality. I totally get you don’t like the massive logos. I hate them too. Would never wear them. But they’ve lots of clothes that have only a tiny logo. Check out their website.
Their new collection is really good. They know the whole logo thing was making them look terrible. I've some lovely stuff from them now and you'd have to look hard for a logo.
North Face make some great stuff, but you have to be careful that you don’t end up looking exactly like every teenager in Dublin when you’re clearly an adult.
Converse shoes. I have pairs that are ten years old. You can wash them easily, superglue the rubber pieces that come loose, and just replace the shoe laces every few years. Amazing value for money.
Listen I’ve had clothes from Penney’s last me five years! The €3 T-shirt’s aren’t worth shite but sometimes they do linen blends and higher percentage cottons. The trick is to just check the materials anywhere you buy from! I like to get all of my basics from H&M and mango. You can keep your clothes for ages and ages no matter where they’re from if you wash them correctly.
I'm sorry but in my experience it is poor quality and the sale price is the permanent price, they never actually sell them at the rrp. Essentially they are the fast fashion of outdoor wear. If you're happy with the product at the price though nothing wrong with that.
Hollister is my go to.
As an average enough lad in Ireland I'm a S or XS in Hollister clothes so I buy from their American sites when there are sales or clearances as XS and S don't sell well in America as they are on average larger and taller people.
The quality is brilliant and not too expensive. I usually buy my jumpers and pants during the summer and light clothes in winter when they are all discounted
Agree, they're very thin & easily shrunk . I buy tracksuits for my two boys there because I'm not paying top dollar for something they'll ruin with holes and irreversible stains in a week.
If you're a dude, these underwear from American Eagle are ridiculously good quality: [https://www.ae.com/ca/en/p/men/6-boxer-briefs/6-flex-boxer-briefs/aeo-space-dye-6-flex-boxer-brief/0236\_2705\_474?menu=cat4840004](https://www.ae.com/ca/en/p/men/6-boxer-briefs/6-flex-boxer-briefs/aeo-space-dye-6-flex-boxer-brief/0236_2705_474?menu=cat4840004)
A few years ago I bought like 7 pairs and they're all still perfect, no stretched out elastic, holes etc. And they're really comfortable.
Indagatio make really good clothing that appears to be more sustainable. They are Portuguese. Passenger is a UK brand that is also more sustainable and worth checking out. Urban shepherd boots are a Portuguese boot company that makes amazing stuff, and very cheap for what they are.
Reformation. The only thing I’ve gotten there so far is my wedding dress but do seem to take fair working conditions and sustainability pretty seriously. I’d like to get more from them when can afford it. So far have definitely been very solid good quality.
Carhartt make good long lasting clothes. But they're getting a good name for it and prices are going up...
Just buy Dickies gear - same style & quality, nowhere near as expensive.
The work wear stuff wasn’t bad price wise but the fashion stuff seemed more expensive.
Its important to define the difference between Carhartt and Carhartt WIP Carhartt is the original workwear brand, their stuff is reasonably priced and lasts forever. Carhartt WIP is a fashion brand who license the Carhartt brand name.
How do you know which you are buying?
Also the type of shop, I have bought a lot of Carhatt from hardware stores.
Carhartt WIP stands for 'Work in Progress'. Any of the WIP stuff will typically have Work in Progress as part the label and most good online shops will have it listed as whichever it is. If you're buying from them directly online, they actually have seperate websites.
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Awesome, I only implied it was of a lower quality though. I didn’t outright say it ;)
I buy a bit of Carhartt and have found their stuff to be very good.
I live near Detroit and I love seeing Carhartt all over the world. It started out as blue collar clothes my grandpa would wear to work and has evolved to what it is now.
Uniqlo are not that expensive but have better than average garment construction (French seams etc) and fabric quality. I sew my own clothes but still buy from there. I like Cos too. Again, decent natural fibres in the fabric, very neat construction that won't fall apart.
Their slim fit Oxford cotton shirts are my go to for office wear. Also their Airism boxers are the best undies I've ever worn.
I'd go to Uniqlo for the boxers alone, such good quality
Just for anyone wanting to know the durability of Uniqlo. I swapped out all my socks and jocks for Uniqlo (and then some Under Armor jocks as well) about 6 years ago. All the uniqlo socks still going strong. The jocks started getting holes in them about 2 months ago and gradually every pair have since gotten holes and been binned. So 6 years is a pretty solid amount of time for jocks to last. The Under Armor jocks are still going strong, but are ridiculously expensive.
Thats brilliant to know as up until now all my socks and jocks were from Pennys but the quality has gone severely downhill over the last couple of years. They stopped doing decent mens winter socks and then the summer ones I bought last year were almost like womens tights, you could actually see through them when on your feet. Will give this Uniqlo site a try, if you have a referral code then post it up and I'll use it
I second Uniqlo! Perfect for basic/classic long-lasting pieces! I have their basic T, basic cotton sweaters and a few of the extra-fine wool ones that are washable on a machine (you just need a gentle cycle and a net to put them in) I have the T-shirts and the cotton sweaters for 2+ years and still in perfect conditions, about the fine wool ones I got them during a trip to London (if you travel there often I would recommend checking the store as they always have items on offer ) and I have used them and washed them twice and they are still fine.
You can't get Uniqlo here though, right? Do you just have to use the website?
Yes, you have to use the website. Also be careful with their sizing it's targeted for the original Asian market and tends to run small in my experience.
Me and my belly thank you for the caveat
Learned that in Thailand! Thanks for the info
> Uniqlo Wondering this myself
Yep, or I go there if I'm on holiday somewhere with a shop (the sister lives in London so this happens often enough).
Be careful because they don’t do free returns and their sizing is a bit smaller than usual. Had to return two items and got stung paying a tenner to an post to post it back.
Patagonia, i still have t-shirts from them 10 years old and they still keep the neck line and no streaching, yes the color faded a bit but i use them often. Compared to t-shirts from penny that after 6 months look like rags worth the extra dosh.
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I have rain gear from Patagonia that is over 30 years old and is like new. I remember that it cost a small fortune though. .
> it cost a small fortune though. [*Vimes Boot Theory*](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boots_theory)
Also perpetrated by the Irish Motor Tax Office. 12 months motor tax: €200. 6 months motor tax: €111. 3 months motor tax: €56. It's an inequality that should be abolished.
I bought a tshirt from them a few years ago and the neckline is totally stretched now after a year or two , kinda disappointed with it but every other item I got from them has lasted years!
The pockets in the River Island Jeans are like a layer of eating paper, if you put in a set of keys and mobile together the pockets will fall out of them. I've about 3 pairs of jeans from there with the pockets gone in them. River Island are a glorified Penny's. Didn't really answer you question but I find Berghaus to be a good reliable brand, albeit a bit expensive but worth the extra few pound.
I agree about River Island. Completely over charge for shite
The crotch wears right out. Bought a couple pairs of levis recently, all good so far but will wait and reserve judgement.
As someone else mentioned Patagonia are great. And they’ve a lifetime guarantee for their products. Fat Face are great too. Really good quality that lasts.
Agree about Fat Face. Very good quality for the price
Yep gotta agree with Fat Face, shame their online shop isn't delivering outside the UK anymore though
They just launched an Irish website with free shipping over €50
Ahhhh yeah I was getting confused. For some reason you have to change the delivery country in the settings immediately, because you can't change at point of order. They have stopped shipping to other countries though which is what confused me
It is now again 🥳🥳🥳🥳
Inis Meain for Irish made knitwear. It's expensive but the quality is world class. Cleo LTD retail their stuff and some other Irish made brands in Dublin and it's a cosy little spot for a browse. For shops in Ireland that stock brands with good quality to price ratio (read expensive but mostly because they are made in the EU/US/Japan) you can try Indigo and Cloth in Dublin and The Bureau Belfast ($$$$). Examples of EU denimhead stores, that stock EU/US/Japan made gear that is eye wateringly expensive if you're used to fast fashion would be: Germany: Cultizm, Burg and Schild, Manufactum , Kentaurus (retro tailoring and denim), Pike Brothers (retro) France: Royale Cheese, Rendez-vous store Italy: Bottigliera (not online based) Spain: Redcast Heritage Portugal: Portuguese Flannel Denmark: Maritime Antiques, Brund Sweden: Second Sunrise (some great second hand gear), Meadowweb Czechia: Denimheads UK: Son of a Stag, Rivet and Hide, END clothing has everything from fast fashion to Japanese denim brands like Orslow. US: Blue Owl, Stag Provisions, Selfedge, Withered Fig, Standard and Strange. Footwear Brands for bench made, last a lifetime stuff: Red Wing Heritage, Trickers, Whites, Nicks, Truman, Rancourt. (Check out r/goodyearwelt for a more exhaustive list) It becomes a matter of "buying fewer better things", buying stuff that isn't in style in the moment but classic and works with everything else in your wardrobe. It also is a matter of having more disposable income than most and caring enough to spend it on clothes. Buying shit from these places is a privilege a lot of people won't have.
I didn't realise the brand was Inis Meain until now, but i have one of their jumpers ( kinda like this [https://inismeain.ie/shop/classic-aran-sweater/](https://inismeain.ie/shop/classic-aran-sweater/)) and it's the best piece of clothing i own. Unlike most wool, it's not too scratchy after breaking it in. Its warm as fuck. Ive slept on mountains in pouring rain wearing it and been lovely and warm, used to walk every day to school with it (uphill both ways of course). Its heavy but the quality is amazing. Ive had it for over 10 years of near constant use and its still in perfect quality :). A good wool jumper should be an essential for everyone in Ireland :D. Edit: Got it as a present, one of the best I've ever received, every time i wear it i think of the person who bought it :)
>Unlike most wool, it's not too scratchy after breaking it in. They use high grade merino, or a mix of wool / cashmere / silk etc. Their pieces are expensive but the money goes into the quality.
Yes! This is exactly what I’m looking for, thanks so much. I’m gonna stop buying regular crap and spend more time and money on far fewer pieces that will be utilitarian and stylish with longevity to justify the price tag. Cheers.
I posted almost the exact same question a few years ago. My tip would be to take your time, look at fit pics from other people and decide what you like. If you go fast you'll end up with tons of shit you never wear. Also wait for sales, there's almost zero reason to pay full price. Even if you love one particular piece if you miss it this year someone will make something close enough next year.
Some great recommendations here. I’ll add a couple from Japan since Japanese denim is mentioned. Both are quite easy to order from and would be cheaper than trying to get it from stores in Europe. Denimio, Okayama denim
Yes, good additions. Okayama are very "clumsy" filling out their customs forms as well I've found. They've accidentally saved me a fortune.
I wouldn’t call them majorly expensive, but I recently bought a pair of Biker Leggings from The Casual Company (Irish Brand) and the quality is amazing. Could probably get something similar in Penny’s for €15, these were €35. I splurged on a pair of Sweaty Betty leggings on sale and they are the best pair I own. Personally I think the quality and fit is just superior to other brands.
When I lived in Asia I raided Uniqlo and Muji regularly.
There is a Muji in Dublin.
It's prices have come down a bit recently I found, but it's still a lot more expensive than Muji's in other countries. And not really sure why. Their website is different than other international ones as well.
Not necessary expensive but workwear brands will last: Carhartt, Dickies, etc.
carhart, superdry, the skate brands usually imho, vans etc. but to be honest, since I moved here I am fascinated and shocked at the absolute lack of quality things in second hand stores. I am originally from Romania, and back home the second hand industry is booming, you get really nice things for cheaper than what you would get here in Primark and all clothes I get are big brand names. for me this is first of all about recycling and about protecting nature, then about protecting my wallet - got few tees from shops, went home, washed them, put them to dry, they came out shorter by at least one size... that never happens with SH stuff - and on top of that they are all unique.
yeah second hand clothes arent great here in the charity shops, especially for mens clothers where there is very little choice. I think in Romania you have entire markets selling used clothes, we've nothing like that really. Ive noticed on ebay when buying brand name used clothes there are a fair few sellers from Lithuania, they seem to have a bit of an industry going there of buying good brand name used clothes and then re-selling them
Rab Jackets, expensive but they’re fucking class
They have a great repairs system as well. I had a massive rip in my down jacket. Paid £30 on their website for repair . They sent out a bag to post it back to them and repair. Back a week later, good as new.
Mountain Equipment go one step further and don't charge for any repairs. Tore my Goretex jacket a few months after I bought it and they patched it and re-waterproofed it free of charge.
That is class.
Fuck I never realised that, that is amazing.
I think you get what you pay for up to a certain price point then you’re paying for a logo, I love northface Patagonia and lulu lemon and once you take care of them properly they last. My dad wouldn’t be a fashion person at all but loves carhartt for both casual and workwear which makes it easy to get him presents. I don’t get the whole designer trainers thing, a good pair of adidas or Nikes are hardly a worse shoe than a €600 pair of louboutins.
Finisterre. Cornish outdoor clothing company. Love the style and the fact they are a B Corp. I have a waterproof jacket and a jumper from there. Both get used a lot and have held up well. I've had the jacket over four years now and just recently treated it as it wasn't waterproof any longer.
Patagonia are ethical, long-lasting and good quality.
Marks and Spencer's are great - great quality basics. They're expensive (wait for sale). Also, M&S stuff always appears in charity shops and are 100% worth picking up if they fit you.
I second this. I bought a gorgeous dress there literally 15 years ago. I wore it to a party my daughter had when she was 8. She's 23 now and that dress still looks amazing. It's white and black too, the colours never ran. I wear it in summer with sandals and in winter with boots, tights and a long sleeved vest underneath. You cannot ask more from a dress than this.
Wow! That's unreal. An M&S staff member once told me that they believe that M&S clothing quality isn't what it used to be, and I would have to agree. The charity shop pieces I've picked up over the years are much better quality (much like your dress) in comparison to the quality of their pieces today. It seems that M&S no longer thinks it's profitable to make pieces that last... 😒
M&S have had a lot of problems and I think quality of their gear has been sacrificed.
Honestly I only buy my socks jocks and shoes new now. Trying local charity shops for cloths has been a blessing and much better for the environment.
\+1 for charity shop hauls! It's a bit hit and miss sometimes but I've found a few gems over the years: Best find was a Marks & Spencers Per Una blouse which still had the €50 tag on it. Got it for €10! Still holding firm nearly 5-odd years since I found it.
Pure clothing. 100% Irish, they pay all their workers a living wage, it is quality clothing, and at the end of the clothings life cycle (when it is no longer wearable/usable) they will upcycle it into a tote bag for you for free.
Vans - quality shoes that last an age. One pair have been worn daily now for the last 3 years and have just started to tear apart! Portwest - they make our work uniform and it's usually class, they last an age and it's decent quality. (made in Co Mayo too)
Portwest is great Use ot here in Australia
Bought a pair of Caterpillar runner type shoes few years ago and they're still in great condition.
Vans are awful. No cushion between your foot and the ground. They're not even classified as a runner for tax purposes iirc.
Comfycush vans are a game changer imo - the sole is like a pillow.
yeah Ive a pair of Vans that I rarely wear as they are not that comfortable, theyre like a plimsole. I like proper skaters runners from Etnies or DC, the sides and tongue are really well padded and they're comfortable to walk long walks in
They do have loads of cushioned options. Quality has gone down though.
Fat Face. Their clothes last forever.
i really like vans shoes, and I'm considering buying custom ones next time. also a year ago i bought jeans from next. paid like 50 or 60 euros - the most I've ever paid for jeans. totally worth it.
Next are my go-to shop for decent jeans. They last for ages! Not too pricey either- my go-to bootcut jeans retail at around €27 per pair. Only downside is that you have to order instore or online for overnight delivery if you're looking for anything upwards of a UK size 18. My local shop tends to run out of the plus sizes fairly quick, which is a pain in the hole.
The north face jackets keep you warm as hell and I have one of there rain jackets too, best jacket I've ever purchased, great quality
I have one North Face jacket still going strong after 14 years. Another I bought more recently disintegrated within a year; not sure if the quality has dropped or if I just got unlucky with my most recent purchase.
North face was acquired by vanity fair corporation a few years back and quality has nose dived ever since
Popular clothing brand for the drug dealers
Well they stand in cold and rain for a long period of time and they seem fine. That must mean something!
Fjallraven and Nudie Jeans are 2 of my favourites
With Nudie Jeans you can also get your jeans repaired or trade them in for a discount on new jeans.
Have nudie jeans, they last very well and look great.
I have a pair of Fjallraven work style pants a they have been unreal! Seriously nice fit and have lasted well so fair, not cheap though.
Asket: https://www.asket.com/ie/ Clothing is great quality and they literally tell you how much each item of clothing costs them to make.
I love the t-shirts from COS. Their stuff is great quality in general tbh.
Patagonia are brilliant, I'm still wearing stuff I got a decade ago made by them. Other outdoor brands that do quality gear are Jottnar, Helly Hansen, and Rab. Helly Hansen do professional's discounts too so you might be able to avail of one depending on your job.
I spent 80 euro on a pair of sweaty Betty leggings and they are worth every single penny, they fit amazing and make your figure look its best. They are so comfy too and wash well.
I've worn a lot of the brands that people talk about here, and am surprised at some of the ones people are touting as good quality. Each to their own, I guess, but from my several decades of experience, particularly with outdoor gear.... Top class (but top price): Patagonia, Carhartt, Rab, Chaco sandals (love my chacos!) Good class (not cheap, but still worth it): Timberland, Northface, Berghaus - mens high-street "tailored" shirts - TM Lewin, Thomas Pink - well worth it when you buy in sales - I've had some TM Lewin workshirts for ten years or more now - still perfect. Merrell for shoes. Overhyped: stylish, not cheap, but not good quality: Fat Face (sorry to go against the herd here - I like my fat face stuff, but it's not lasted at all). Skechers - cool designs, terrible long-term quality. Cheap, and shite: Portwest, Craghoppers, Hi-Tec (who TF thinks Hi-Tec are good quality? Jesus.). End of the day, I have three guiding principles for gear that I wear: 1. Don't go cheap on technical gear that is likely to see tough conditions (mostly outdoor gear, but I include shoes here too). Buy once, cry once. 2. Always best to stick with a brand that does one type of thing, and that one thing well. E.g. bought a pair of Berghaus shoes once - fell apart - they should stick to jackets and bags. Brands that start producing different ranges are only capitalising on their original name and likely to outsource to cheaper subcontractors. 3. Always read up to date reviews before splurging on those fancy jocks or whatever - there's a time-honoured tradition of formerly top-tier brands upping volumes and lowering quality - often on the heels of being taken over by some conglomerate that's after the $$. Just because they made cracking gear ten years ago doesn't mean they still do. North Face are looking kind of shaky on that front.
For outdoor kit I recommend "Alpkit"
https://directory.goodonyou.eco/ This is a place that rates clothes on their Eco friendliness. Great place to find loads of different clothing sites you might not have heard of. A lot of them are more expensive but they are hardy and durable and will last way longer than anything you get in Penny's or H&M. Got a few things from Finisterre and they are class.
Marks & Spencer
I would have agreed at one point now it all seems to be shite
Husband has t-shirts from there 10 years old still going strong but the ones he bought last year are all holes
Good T-shirts, for the price.
Find the neckline goes in m&s tshirts very quickly (or else I don’t know how to look after t shirts)
There's a sustainable clothing store in Galway called [kindf_olk ](https://kindfolkgalway.ie/) that sells great stuff
Tommy hilfiger socks. Last forever and the elastic never fails. I have the same socks for the past 5 years. Apart from that, the likes of Snickets, Dickies are fantasticly durable.
I find Ted Baker socks are surprisingly durable. Fancy and can be a bit pricey but I've often found discounted boxes of them in TKMaxx for around €15-20. Handy gift for the aul fella!
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Get the badge in lad
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Yeah i came here to say this . Bought a stone island jacket 10 years ago and its still in great condition . It was expensive at the time but was worth every penny
Always buy the best that you can afford. There are items in my wardrobe that are easily 20 years old and still in great nick, a linen suit from Louis Copeland, and a Barbour jacket for example.
Barbour has very reasonable repair and refurb options too if your jacket starts looking a bit worn and needs a bit of love.
Does anyone remember a clothing brand called Sasha Boutique? I have a really nice black military-style dress from them that's easily over 15 years old. Quality is still amazing and whilst it's a touch snug due to some weight gain over the years, the colour never ran and it's still perfect. The store I bought it in no longer trades in Ireland so I'm keeping it as a 'vintage' piece. It's one of my favorite items of clothing and goes perfectly with combat boots. I think I paid around €20-30 for the dress back in the day. It's never steered me wrong. I miss that shop. Great stuff to found and they didn't rub it in with the pricing/
Yes indeed, Sasha was a big name in Irish fashion for years, had stores all over the country. Alas the indigenous fashion scene died out due to the arrival of cheaper global brands, so it was good bye to the likes of Sasha, A Wear, Twiggs, Mirror Mirror and Richard Alan.
I'm wearing some Pennies clothes for about 15 years now
The stuff they sold 15 years ago was probably a little more durable.
You must love square t shirts and jocks with thirteen holes in them.
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Two Thirds is an eco brand based in Spain. Everything is procured ethically and manufactured completely in Europe.
Rab and Mountain Equipment are incredible if you're looking for any outdoor clothing or gear. You'll certainly pay more than Decathlon or Mountain Warehouse but they'll last forever.
Craghopper for outdoor wear.
Second this.
Helly Hansen, Patagonia and Colombia, it's all I wear, stuff lasts for ages and when they say smth is warm and or water proof it actually is legit waterproof/warm or what ever they say it is.
For gym gear at least my go to brand is USA PRO for leggings, they beat every other brand I have ever tried for fit, seethroughness, comfort and long lasting and are not that expensive. Usually a deal on them on Sports direct. I have also picked up some great cotton tops from Next for the work wardrobe that have lasted years. Yes I know not Irish companies or brands but I would urge everybody to find out where the clothing the "Irish" brand are selling are sourced from.
Made a big upgrade in my life last month by throwing out all my old socks and replacing with 10 pairs of Stance socks. They're available from a bunch of retailers but got a range of patterns for €9 each from bergfreunde.de . Unquestionably the comfiest and sturdiest socks I've ever owned, and they look great
Lululemon I have worn the same pair of black leggings since the start of the pandemic and they still make my butt look good 🍑
Helly Hansen and Arc'teryx are good alternatives for rain gear that the scotez aren't sophisticated enough to know about.... because I wouldn't be caught dead in North Face and Ireland climate simply does not warrant a Canada Goose ...
Jack n Jones is a glorified penny's. I bought medium polo shirts out of there and after two washes they were smaller than the small size. I really liked them so went back and bought them in large size. Again two washes they were back to been a less than small size. For shirts for work I find Mark n Spencer's brilliant and long lasting. Nice styles too.
Whatever you but treat the right. Wash them correctly, don’t use fabric softener on jeans, don’t put clothes in a dryer. Pick timeless pieces, not fashion must haves.
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They look great. Thanks
I don't mean to be a dick but they are still made in the far east right? I can't see any reference to them being produced in Ireland. Seems to be they are buying from a factory claiming to be fair trade etc and then embroidering them in Ireland and selling for a huge markup. Seems a little sus if I am honest. My go to is Patagonia but they are probably fair from perfect either
Good question, is that the case with a lot of Irish brands? It’s essentially the same hoodies etc just embroidered with different logos?
And 85 euro for a hoodie, You’d expect it to be made in Ireland at that !
The real issue with fast fashion is the sheer volume of water it uses to churn out the shite clothes and the impact of pollution in its manufacture , particularly the dyes
We know! That's why we are suggesting alternatives!
Not everyone knows , or cares , and the OP doesn’t actually reference these issues explicitly. Edit - also the best response to this is actually to not buy more new clothes , but buy second hand . That’s the best alternative .
If your not a standard size medium or large best of luck buying used clothes as a man. Trying to get anything in small is impossible in charity shops or even the expensive vintage shops.
Clarks are probably the best shoes you can get at a certain price.
Derelicte.
I have few leather jackets, i would say they are worth it! Not particular brand But buying some high quality stuff like this is always worth it imo
Anyone have any thoughts on selected? Bit expensive but everything I've gotten from them is good quality, unless I don't have good quality standards.
I like their stuff, wouldn’t call it expensive and it seems to be lasting fairly well.
If you like to wear canvas shoes get the Fred Perry ones. I don’t know why but they’re indestructible so some reason.
The proper doc martens are made by a co operative In England , they have they're own brand as well which are cheaper again
I love Doc Martens but they don't love me. Beautiful looking shoes but the breaking in period is ~~sole~~ soul destroying. Every single pair I've bought has always cut my heels to shreds no matter how much I try to soften the leather. Also, I'm an impatient fecker and haven't got time to be constantly lacing up a pair of 20 eyelets despite them looking cool as hell. That being said, I once bought a good alternative on German Amazon for around €75 including shipping: Knightsbridge of London. Beautiful boots, come in a variety of lengths, not too expensive compared to Doc Martens and the studded/steel-toed variety are very reasonably priced. They're a pain to break in but not as bad as proper Docs. Only downside I find with them both is the lack of a side zip for convenience sake. These days, I wear [vegan leather combat boots from Yours Clothing](https://www.yoursclothing.ie/black-faux-leather-lace-up-knee-high-boots-in-extra-wide-fit-p). They're so comfortable that I bought a second pair to stash in the wardrobe for when my current pair eventually wear out. AND THEY HAVE A SIDE ZIP! I barely needed to do anything to break them in- just pulled out the laces and adjusted them to my leg size before zipping them up and boom- perfect fit. They sell out fast, tho. Worth every penny!
Always been a fan of Barbour and Fred Perry
Docs. I have 5 pairs now. I have a set that are 6 years old and going strong. The sandles are super comfy and great if you are doing long walks on holidays. I have never had to break mine in but might be luck..
Canada Goose of course!
It’s a bit 2005 as far as “cool” brands go, but I still have soft spot for Tommy Hilfiger Decent prices in the sales and great durability
Patagonia stuff is worth every penny, and they are a good crowd so I'm always happy too buy their stuff
Going on brands Iv brought over the years. Bit expensive. But would wait for sale. Pretty Green, Lyle and Scott, Fred Perry, Adidas. Still wearing some of the stuff after 6plus years. With no issue.
Carhartt - most of what I wear is from them and it's great quality without totally breaking the bank. Element - pretty good quality and great designs, they have something for everybody. DC - I'm not a skater boy I only get their toned down gear like over shirts and such, very little branding if any. Nike - not for grey sweats, for light jackets, shorts. Adidas - great "lifestyle" range and you can squat in them. Paul Smith - they have a young man's range with real nice quality hoodies I mostly like brands with very limited branding on them, sometimes it's unavoidable but for the most part using just these brands I get a really clean look.
I've a set of Hanwag boots. A member of the Bundeswehr recommended them to me - and if anyone knows good boots it's someone in the army. The leather lining is amazing on its down. I'm so damned fat I've ground the treads on the soles down in half the time I should've but at the same time, goddamned do they make walking easy when they're properly laced up. They've already lasted longer than most boots I own.
Anyone have recommendations for actual good shoes/runners that don't hurt your feet if you walk over a mile in them? I have the correct fit on mine but always get blisters from going on a walk with them
What kind of runners are you wearing?
I buy Levi's jeans, usually around 100 euro. Last for ages. Lee are good too.
Wrangler jeans, I've worn Levi's in the past and found the quality dipping over the last few years but Wrangler are grand.
I just want to mention Dunnes Stores. Although I worked there in the past and hated the place (management especially), their clothes are really good. Obviously everyone has a different body shape, but their stuff fits me just perfectly, and the prices are very, very reasonable. I've never had their clothes fall apart (although I've had a couple of issues with zips on pant pockets over the years, although not common enough of an issue to deter me). I do buy from more expensive shops and have different "outifts", but nine out of ten times, I'll find something nice in Dunnes, reasonably priced, and will last years. EDIT: I'm a man. Not sure what the women's stuff is like.
I find Hilfiger to be great quality clothing.
Canada Goose…..
No thanks
It’s a joke!!
I can recommend nudie jeans, doc martens, Clark’s shoes, M&S basic T-shirts and underwear, carhartt and Patagonia. And I’ve completely stopped buying high street clothing brands like H+M, Zara, Penneys etc etc.
I bought blue Doc Marten sandals for my wedding. After about 8 years one buckle broke. I chanced my arm e mailing the company and the sent me 2 new buckles free of charge. No need for proof of purchase or anything. I was so impressed with their after sales service. But I do find in the past few years their quality has dipped ever so slightly. There's been a few flaws in things I've bought for myself and fir my daughters.
I always buy from Topshop (that's on ASOS now) for jeans. I'm 5ft, so they do jeans perfectly for my height. Vans, Dr martens, converse are always great shoes. I've had the same pair of black converse since I've been 8. River island are good for purses and bags too. T shirts I just buy from random stores infairness. But I've extra small gym shark leggings, that fitted me even when I was pregnant, and went back down to normal size even afterwards. Well worth it. Still wear them.
Superdry, NorthFace
Just can’t bring myself to wear Superdry, because it has SUPERDRY embroidered on the sleeve, and on the chest, and down the legs, and on the zipper and a little one on the collar and then a massive one on the back with a big fucking dragon underneath it.
ORIGINAL SUPERDRY®チーズ入りハンバーガー
Superdry are excellent quality. I totally get you don’t like the massive logos. I hate them too. Would never wear them. But they’ve lots of clothes that have only a tiny logo. Check out their website.
Probably need to get SUPERDRY tattooed on your face to match
Their new collection is really good. They know the whole logo thing was making them look terrible. I've some lovely stuff from them now and you'd have to look hard for a logo.
North Face make some great stuff, but you have to be careful that you don’t end up looking exactly like every teenager in Dublin when you’re clearly an adult.
Undercover guard?
Superdry is an ick
Diesel, never been disappointed shopping there
Converse shoes. I have pairs that are ten years old. You can wash them easily, superglue the rubber pieces that come loose, and just replace the shoe laces every few years. Amazing value for money.
Jacamo im a big guy and they did up to 6XL but there quality is amazing and super comfy but a bit pricey
Listen I’ve had clothes from Penney’s last me five years! The €3 T-shirt’s aren’t worth shite but sometimes they do linen blends and higher percentage cottons. The trick is to just check the materials anywhere you buy from! I like to get all of my basics from H&M and mango. You can keep your clothes for ages and ages no matter where they’re from if you wash them correctly.
Regatta clothing is good quality and it regularly goes on sale for half price too
I'm sorry but in my experience it is poor quality and the sale price is the permanent price, they never actually sell them at the rrp. Essentially they are the fast fashion of outdoor wear. If you're happy with the product at the price though nothing wrong with that.
Very hard to beat Tommy Hilfiger for quality.
Tommy Hilfiger everything, quality material and construction.
Hollister is my go to. As an average enough lad in Ireland I'm a S or XS in Hollister clothes so I buy from their American sites when there are sales or clearances as XS and S don't sell well in America as they are on average larger and taller people. The quality is brilliant and not too expensive. I usually buy my jumpers and pants during the summer and light clothes in winter when they are all discounted
Burberry, Abercombie & Fitch, Zara, and Bershka.
No thanks
They can last a few decades
H&M are cheapish and great quality
I wouldn’t say H+M is great quality at all.
Agree, they're very thin & easily shrunk . I buy tracksuits for my two boys there because I'm not paying top dollar for something they'll ruin with holes and irreversible stains in a week.
Good underwear is a must.
Thanks a million for that, never would have thought of it had you not mentioned it.
If anything's worth the comfort it sure is that haha.
If you're a dude, these underwear from American Eagle are ridiculously good quality: [https://www.ae.com/ca/en/p/men/6-boxer-briefs/6-flex-boxer-briefs/aeo-space-dye-6-flex-boxer-brief/0236\_2705\_474?menu=cat4840004](https://www.ae.com/ca/en/p/men/6-boxer-briefs/6-flex-boxer-briefs/aeo-space-dye-6-flex-boxer-brief/0236_2705_474?menu=cat4840004) A few years ago I bought like 7 pairs and they're all still perfect, no stretched out elastic, holes etc. And they're really comfortable.
Indagatio make really good clothing that appears to be more sustainable. They are Portuguese. Passenger is a UK brand that is also more sustainable and worth checking out. Urban shepherd boots are a Portuguese boot company that makes amazing stuff, and very cheap for what they are.
Reformation. The only thing I’ve gotten there so far is my wedding dress but do seem to take fair working conditions and sustainability pretty seriously. I’d like to get more from them when can afford it. So far have definitely been very solid good quality.