I completely relate here. I was having a conversation with a friend of mine from work and her impression was that I don’t or wouldn’t wear thrifted clothes. It was funny to me because that meant that she must’ve thought I’m some rich person who only buys expensive stuff.
In reality, most of the casual clothes I wear are thrifted, aside the native attires which are made custom by my tailor. I just take my time to select nice things that I feel are worth the money I’m paying for. And it’s not because I’m cheap or anything, it’s because I shop in boutiques as well too, so I know what’s good for my money when I see it.
Boss how do you manage to stay fine boy like this? Cut soap for me na:)
I also know a lot of people who think that dressing has to do with being expensive or flamboyant. I also wear a lot of thrift clothes. Back in the days when I was hustling some menial jobs, I always looked for ways to buy the cheapest clothes and still managed to look good. As for that friend of yours I think they need some lessons in personal finance.
I don't think people should spend a lot of money on clothes especially when they are struggling or haven't gotten to where they need to be financially. Maybe that person had the impression that you had a lot of money.
This is what an iPhone does to you. You have experienced it yourself hahaha.