They’re your favorite pair of jeans. You bought them on sale years ago and have worn them religiously. But now? The zipper is broken.
Don’t throw them away just yet!
At Kean’s, we’re firm believers in holding on to and repairing clothes that you love, regardless of the brand name. By the time you reach the end of this article, we hope you think so too.
Yes, Cheap Clothes are Worth Repairing
You may assume that clothing repair is reserved for high budget items – fancy suits, ball gowns, anything with a $250+ price tag. But personal attachment isn’t price dependent.
Were you disappointed to find your clothing item damaged?
Has it been a go-to piece that you’ve always loved to wear?
Do you love the idea of being able to wear it again?
Give yourself permission to invest in clothes repair!
An item doesn’t have to be name brand to live a long life – if the base of the item is still in decent condition, then holes, tears, missing buttons, broken zippers, stains, and other common issues are very solvable problems.
Debunking the Cost vs. Value Myth
It’s easy to talk ourselves out of repairing clothes that were originally bought on a budget.
“Why spend $20 on this when I can buy a new one for a bit more?”
But this thinking completely discounts the true value of clothes that you love.
Not only did you originally invest time and effort into finding the perfect item, you’ve loved wearing it.
Whether it’s your go-to date night dress, your lucky suit jacket, or the pair of jeans that always get compliments, you should consider the value that your damaged clothing item has brought to your life, and the value that it could continue to give.
Investing in repairs isn’t a simple numbers game. Yes, you can go find something new, and if you want to, then that’s totally fair! But it’s also more than okay to spend that money fixing clothes that you already know you love.
Clothing Repair Fights Overconsumption
Our culture has become more aware that overconsumption and fast fashion are a problem.
Repairing clothes that you love (and supporting local businesses in the process!) is a better use of your hard-earned money than supporting overseas companies that are constantly cutting corners to create poorer quality products every day.
But even if you ARE a fast fashion lover (we’re all a bit guilty!) those items are worth the same loving treatment.
Affordable doesn’t mean it needs to have a short life, and clothing repair is the more sustainable option.
Ready to Repair Your Favorite Clothing Items?
Kean’s is here to help! Our expert alterations team can examine your garment and work with you to determine the best way forward.
