Our Love For Cheap Clothes: What’s The TRUE Cost? | Talking Point | Full Episode

[@fredy271185]

own less cloth but expensive high quality is better than own many cloth but cheap and low quality.

[@D.VA_00]

Exactly as I come of age I came to learn that and now practice that

[@cheshirecat5155]

I have clothes that are over 10 years old and they still look like new. It really is about choosing the best material and knowing how to care for them. It also helps that I haven't changed sizes in more than a decade so I can still wear them.

[@alicewoods1]

A lot of expensive high quality is the same stuff... I’ve got super duper rich friends, and they literally just throw away or give away thousands dollar clothes all the time.... just don’t buy so much stuff by the end of the day.

[@AlliumCepa24]

True

[@tennis5126]

Greta is pissed of that she wears clothes

[@xiaochenwu9980]

I'm mulling over about the question recently,now i understand why clothes industry can lead to waste

[@kemalasaridina1898]

The way that guy proudly said that he exports used clothes to 'third-world countries'... I wonder if he knew that most of his 'exports' would just become landfills in those countries

[@fafafifufu]

but in countries like Malaysia. they do have many thrift store that they called bundle shop. business seems to be thriving well as the Malaysians are embracing well the concept of buying second hand clothings/ items.

[@Irini-k2f]

Thrift shopping is a good solution I think

[@9804216]

Nice episode. I think in general we need to spend more consciously, the only real way to sustainability is to purchase less. Make do with what we already have and use them more often. Even if you purchase a bunch of sustainable outfits, its still not sustainable. Another solution is to purchase second hand.

[@ryanhp3170]

What people don't realise is that there is also an impact to the livelihood of future local generations. Majority of things are made in China due to cheap labor obviously. The workers probably don't make much money, but the bosses are a new breed of wealthy class. They want the best for their family, cleaner air, education, so they move their family to another country. Whilst there, they buy a property. That drives the property property prices through the roof and the locals are left out. This is one factor why property prices are so high in Sydney Australia. There has been a big influx of mainland Chinese migrants over the years. If they are under Business Migrant visa, they need to have a business, so they rent/buy a shop and that that drives the shop rental high too. The business may only make very little profit or non at all, but they still have the profitable business back home in China, so it does not worry them.

[@sinanjuchar1274]

best shirt ever SAF admin T who's with me!!!!!😂

[@embershen364]

Ironic, I just got an ad for fast fashion while watching this

[@sushisin377]

Should sell 2nd hand shop in Singapore

[@kemalasaridina1898]

So that's why there are landfills of used clothes in Indonesia. Of course developed countries would export their trash to 'third-world countries'. That doesn't sound offensive in any way at all 😂

[@MegaSportsluver]

Dang it CNA, you hitting my environmental pain points on their nerves. Plastic, food waste and now fashion...

[@CNAInsider]

Can’t stop, won’t stop! Let us know what else you’d like us to look into next :) - Cheryl Tan, Talking Point Producer

[@shardamaxine5801]

Very pleased to be able to shine a spotlight on environmental issues and very glad to know that you feel the same way! @megaSportsluver, Sharda Harrison, Presenter Talking Point

[@Antistylestyleclub]

It's not only that more expansive clothes have a better quality. There is also a big psychology-factor behind it. If you didn't have to work (hard) for an item, you will not value it as much.

[@leoesque2803]

Exactly! I know I’ll treasure a item if it’s more expensive. Therefore I tried my best to get a good quality clothes when I had to even if it’s expensive.

[@ming_travel_cooking_life4056]

So true, that's why I never buy fast fashion. Also sustainable and natural fibers are much better for you and the environment.

[@jenelleho969]

Anyone feel guilty after watching this? I’m convicted to cut down on shoppings!

[@cherie4665]

Every single channel on earth is going to eventually make a documentary on fast fashion. But the issue persists because we just collectively sighed in the comments section and keep shopping. Edit: I love the kettlebell experiment tho. Good way to educate people

[@CNAInsider]

Thanks for watching and for sharing your honest thoughts! We hope that greater awareness of the issue will lead to eventual changes in the way we shop. - Cheryl Tan, Talking Point Producer

[@ocswoodlands]

clothes are cheap BUT storage space is expensive 😂

[@MintyShinex3]

build your capsule wardrobe, avoid trends, invest in garments that will serve you for years and years to come

[@sofyangouw7067]

What we should keep in mind is our spending habits. Mass production is efficient thus its cheap cost. If only we are conscious to buy clothes that we are sure to use for many years which means low demand for these fashion companies.

[@andreww.8262]

You could also just stop buying so much clothes in the first place....there's that.

[@CNAInsider]

Agree! There are also multiple ways that we can style the clothes we already have. - Cheryl Tan, Talking Point Producer

[@rexyzvent5864]

This is why I'm not a massive fan of hauls even though I've watched a few but I also recognise they're a great way for people to grow their channels so I guess content consumption has to change too.

[@alydescalzo2177]

Someone once said that the most sustainable clothing are the clothes in your closet 💯 I’m never one to hop on trends, I’d rather buy classic pieces that would not go out of trend. I hope more and more people would be mindful of their consumption. People should be more creative with the clothes that they already have and support thrifting and thrift flips 🤍

[@sh542ky2]

dang i rarely buy cheap clothes but now i will distance myself even more

[@Indieloverr]

I normally buy but use it for at least a year. I guess it depends on how you consume it?

[@tennis5126]

Greta is pissed of that she wears clothes

[@MegaSportsluver]

@@Indieloverr Me still wearing secondary school t-shirts from 8 years ago XD

[@SahFeirce33]

I buy Thrift Store & I sew all my clothes!!!!!

[@ainibaloch1702]

I'm so glad we never had a lot of money growing up. We only ever got new clothes for Eid and those were the dresses we'd wear with pride and be very careful with. I think when you have less, you value those things more? I also think it helps that in our family we always donated clothes to our other family members- such as kids that were growing up etc so they can wear those nice dresses/suits when we outgrew them. Right now, I think I only purchased a few clothes for weddings- since those clothes are so expensive, I've been working hard to wear them out before I even purchase new ones. Lmao, I guess my stinginess helps the planet a little. Hmm... I wonder if it helps on upbringing to be taught at a young age to be conscious about what you're wearing?? I also notice my brother's wardrobes tend to be lighter since they can wear jeans and t-shirts/shirts which they can mix and match.

[@URHUSBANDBEATSU]

I grew up not having new clothes for each school year, and my sister would ask other people for clothes to wear. Now I buy clothes and things every time I have an urge too. Idk maybe your parents told you how to value things when you didn't get it from them, but my mom never told us about value of money and things. She never said why we wouldn't be getting anything for school, Christmas, or birthdays. 🤔🤔

[@giiiiiuuuuuuuu]

this is SO important!!!! fast fashion is killing so many people

[@mesunekonyan]

80% of my clothes are from thrift stores. It's cheap and most of them are from known brands.

[@yuji9733]

Thanks to all the poor soul willing to work for minimum wage in a harsh working condition.

[@gmr2gnr]

You're welcome

[@eduardochavacano]

thanks to those children with very little hands for making stitches that is so hard for adults.

[@gmr2gnr]

@@eduardochavacano that's me

[@muhammadvitra2716]

@@gmr2gnr wow you deserve a better wage

[@psim782]

Here's the thing. You can still buy fast fashion clothing. Just use or reuse them beyond their prime. Everytime that you extend the life of the fast fashion clothing for a few more months, is the equivalent of saving enough fuel to power a car for 2 weeks. For many, it's great that you have an option go for eco-friendly clothing. But for many others, fast fashion is their ONLY option due to financial constraints. A simple cotton tee can cost upwards of $50 if it's eco-friendly but it's only $5 from a fast fashion store. Please don't shame people for not being green or don't have the capacity to go green.

[@Joe-ty9py]

@P Sim i agree

[@SahelSarai]

Wrong. If you can't afford eco-friendly, buy secondhand. I'm part of the population that can't afford to spend so much money on ethical clothing, so I buy secondhand and ensure I get the most use out of them before donating them once again. All of our habits have to change so that corporations change. If every single person bought one or two items of clothing a month from fast fashion sources, unethical practices would still ensue. We all need to do better, this isn't something you do in moderation.

[@Tammissa]

Over consumption of clothing to boost a persons low self esteem all at the cost of the environment. If someone needs that much clothing with the need to show it off for others approval then they need therapy to find out why IMO.

[@agneslaufer9579]

They need clothing to impress bc of no brain . It's like a guy buy Mercedes or Maserati.

[@TheCanadiangirl4]

Mentions amount of water used to create clothing and then needlessly washes the shirts 30 times.

[@sutekipalace]

Yup, there’s two swap shops with permanent space - swapholic and fashion pulpit that works on membership basis. Do check them out

[@CNAInsider]

Thanks for your feedback! The usage of water was a major point of consideration during the experiment. Handwashing would use the least amount of water. But we understand that not everyone has the bandwidth to handwash all their clothes, so that might not be a fair representation. So we opted for a quick machine wash as, of the various settings, it uses the least amount of water. As for the number of washes, the clothes had to be washed a considerable number of times before visible changes can be observed. Through the test, we hoped to shed light on different fabrics, their durability and individual characteristics. Hope this explains! Regardless, we understand your concerns and will keep your feedback in mind. - Cheryl Tan, Talking Point Producer

[@alexandriamares1402]

Whatever happened to being thrifty and literally stretching out every dollar and piece of clothing or even things you just buy in general ?? Fashion constantly changes to make the fashion industry money . in reality nobody cares what you wear as long as your not naked . buy thrift store too !!!

[@huiyingtanyayap]

I buy my top from Salvation Army. As for bottom I bought new one . I feel so bad about it . And I have to admit I donated a lot of impulse buy clothes and other items to Salvation Army . I hope they don’t end up at the landfill. Go minimalist is the new black !

[@bibidgondronk9327]

One of positive things that i don't have a permanent home is i became better in keeping myself off buying clothes and other stuff. I still wearing clothes i bought 10 years ago.

[@marceloamericanbully9345]

deleting shopee app

[@lemisi79]

Actually I expected a larger amount of clothes. .Me myself I do have quite a lot a lot of clothes, but the biggest part is second hand (or "vintage' ; ) +items that I've had (and still wear) for 10-20 years. I do recycle clothes that are worn out or I just do not wear anymore. I tend to buy more quality clothes and they certainly do not always have to cost a fortune! I have many low cost items that I've been wearing for years and years and are still in good condition. Main thing is to look at the fabric and how its made. I also think its a good development that more stores are re-selling used items and there are more platforms to sell your used clothes. Otherwise just give them to your sister/brother/nice/friends etc. So many ways to circulate. I also like the fact that more and more brands are into the use of more sustainable fabrics. But in the end: we as consumers def. have to make wiser choices and the fashion industry def. has to slow down!

[@Jassssmineee]

Less is more, I'm sure it will make a huge difference if everyone stops buying new clothing (cheap or expensive) for a year.

[@sumit6190p]

No offence but the cloth hanger cost more than the crop top.

[@kinokunia]

i buy hanger only 90c online

[@enjoyinglifeish]

Talking point is my number 1 favourite local production.

[@CNAInsider]

Thank you so much for your support! - Cheryl Tan, Talking Point Producer

[@Lulusnotreadyforthis]

I'm not even 3 minutes in and as a mother I'm exasperated by that young girl - who is giving her the money to spend on all that cheap tat???

[@annietran4529]

Lol I have 2 rooms full of Zimmermann Wear clothing and they arnt cheap - I think on average each item is about $300 AUD and most expensive piece are dresses circa $2950 AUD. I am the definition of a shopaholic. I don’t have kids and I live independent. I think I spend a lot to make up for an unsatisfied life. Money and materialistic goods won’t make you happy.

[@carolyn6689]

I hardly buy new clothes ..If I do,it is just 1 pair of jeans and a t-shirt here and there.I wish I could find good clothing at the thrift shops but all I see is fast fashion that someone else didn't want and is stretched out,faded or just not my taste .I swear, used clothing stores in the US ,especially Goodwill,Salvation Army and Savers ...pick through the donations and sell the good quality pieces somewhere other than their store and then whatever is left "Mostly junk" they put out on the sales floor.😒

[@freedomisthechoicesyoumake8594]

Exactly.... all I find is junk at our local thrift stores

[@springday.]

I understand that not everyone can effort to buy from sustainable brands or pay a lot of money for a piece. But what we can all do is looking for garments that are not made out of mixed materials. For example 100% Cotton, a 100% Polyester, a 100% Wool. Since companys can't break mixed materials apart pieces that you don't wanna wear anymore or are worn out can't be recycled. Less is more - be selective and get to know your style. If you know what you like you're less likely to make purchases that you'll regret and at the end have to give away. If you're done with a piece, instead of donating it try to sell it online or trade it with someone. There will always be a person that will continue to love the piece you don't like anymore. And most importantly, take good care of your garments. Fix them, always look at the washing label, etc. Everything we own is valuable in one way or another. Even you payed little money there's one person out there that made this piece, ressources were used, most of the time our garments travel all over the world before they arive in the store you bought it from. I hope we can all learn to appreciate the pieces that we have and value more what we'll buy in the future.

[@olivoerom]

I only buy clothes once a year to change the items I use on a daily basis...the old ones either becomes my house clothes or gets recycled as cleaning clothes 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@sorayaghassemlou5462]

people should buy thrifted instead its a lot cheaper and no production involved.

[@RussellaMcdowell-pw8ci]

I buy from goodwill I’m happy I don’t chase labels

[@ShatteredRippleBooks]

I used to donate clothes but programs like this have me thinking of using what I have. I just counted my clothing items including my scarves. I have 172 items including 51 scarves, I'm shocked 😲! I don't need more!

[@vivianang3741]

Really love and appreciated how insightful this documentary is! Also love the last plot twist at the end where the hosts showed how she styled her dress differently.

[@denisalala]

I buy mostly second hand 👌

[@Dramaticowl]

This is why I haven’t bought any cloth for the past couple of years...

[@mayi4741]

Thanks for touching this issue! I wish the labor-side of things were also given more spotlight though. It can make people realize that clothes shouldn't cost so little in the first place. ☺️

[@dwichiesa]

Overconsumption is the cause. Doesn't matter cheap or expensive. Practise mindfulness

[@cassandratay8230]

you forgot thrifting and the rise in reselling second hand clothes

[@babysisdolls3336]

people in nursing homes could use donated clothes..especially elastic waist clothes.

[@sidneyboo9704]

This one was great! It mentions how the other countries are putting restrictions on imported clothes and thus, incinerating is the only choice. Sad day.

[@mjarmes]

So you're telling me you washed 6 t-shirts 30 times just for that? You're here talking about being sustainable and then go and waste absurds amounts of water just to prove a point that you could have proven with a different test 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@Vvvvvvv3]

Quality over quantity

[@justinlolback9852]

Sustainability > fast fashion

[@yiman7370]

So, realistically women contribute more to this fashion problem than men since they're buying more clothes than men

[@0neAutumnLeaf]

When I was a teenager I would buy cheap fast fashion brands like H&M because that was all I could afford, however these really cheap clothes always disintegrate in the wash and never lasted past a year. Now I buy way less clothing over all, but the clothes I do buy are higher quality. I have shirts and pants from brands like Uniqlo that I’ve had for nearly 10 years now, but they still look the same as when I bought them.

[@CNAInsider]

That's a great response to fast fashion. You're making great environmentally friendly choices. Thank you for watching our episode! - Sharda Harrison, Talking Point Host

[@Joe-ty9py]

Yeah it doesn't last very long

[@28-3]

I literally have 3 shirts and 3 shorts

[@paulfleming715]

The vast majority of my wardrobe is Second hand, except for underwear and socks which always buy brand new.

[@marvinleung4859]

?

[@elsebethlind1076]

She should start training her brain instead of living for all this junk!!!

[@dinisani179]

Thanks for taking this issue

[@YorkshireGirlinDarwin]

Thank you ❤❤

[@hahaharithz]

So many local brands and designers, people still go for cheapos. :(

[@matreen427]

local designers wares are out of budget for the average wage earner

[@Naomi-fb1ej]

Most local brands are not sustainable either (look at how many Zalora brand items are 100% polyester)

[@michaku6272]

Well not everyone has *money* to spend on quality clothes..

[@Indieloverr]

To be fair, some local brands have cheap material similar to fast fashion (cheapos) but high cost

[@vincentng6239]

Compare with the wrong niches on carbon emission. Should had compare with all difference types of production line companies. Example like fashions, cars, electronics, foods. That are having mass productions compare to the marine and airline. The airline and maritime are under logistic or transport. It comparing apple with orange.

[@chuforeichi]

Hmm maybe each family should keep old clothes but decent quality storage and their future generation can all come and pick from it as well as contribute their own.

[@yk597]

People always fail to see the end to end carbon footprints and instead focus on just the end-product.. it's time for more people to be aware of such facts..

[@meiqichia4829]

I am a miniliast since 2016 to current.

[@JRGarmentFactory]

Hello! I am from China, mainly engaged in the export business of used clothes, the original supply of used clothes, welcome to come to discuss cooperation

[@key_ara2338]

Very interesting thanks for your information

[@LCAyoutube]

I think if she knew how these clothes were made and how much impact the waste has on the nature, she would probably not buy so much

[@ryangemmatin-ao3817]

I love this♥️. Thank you.

[@sarah.bea.]

Very well researched! I live in Europe and I‘m really happy to get an insight into the topic from a different continent. Unfortunately, it doesn’t differ that much from us or the US.

[@nicolaimatthew5928]

Very informative and well done video, keep it up!

[@deniecedonnafield5264]

Yes... they might be cheap clothes... they're way too expensive for the quality...

[@mohdemir5778]

dude needs to rethink of those countries he called third world

[@GJohnson1981]

Thrift is the future, along with 2nd and 3rd sale markets like postmark, and the real real

[@ZynzeNycraile]

im selling your donation

[@dragonlover2085]

Buy second hand clothes. This is what i do.

[@rosaliaabaya7872]

Great job. Very nice content

[@noonsicalle]

30 washes? Seriously

[@donnk]

fast fashion should be banned

[@nagatribellive9105]

Your donation go to market again anywhere in planet

[@erwinbardhan8236]

Feeling so guilty now.

[@derulocruz8217]

this clothes are too cheap here in the Philippines 😂😂😂 shopee lazada sells this clothes

[@margotlescargot]

Anyone else thinking about all the water they used for that 30 wash cycle? ☹️

[@florinabn4669]

Why incinerate those clothes instead of donating them to really poor people who can't afford buying new clothes anyways, so they wouldn't affect the market? There are extremely poor people on all continents...such a waste! Us people are so stupid..

[@jinhao80]

Some of my clothes, i have worn for more than 10 to 20 years, and i have kept my wardrobe small.

[@roxysponge3447]

Avoid cheap low quality clothing stores like zara h&m etc waste of money and damage to climate.

[@imsong4421]

Use your old clothes to clean kitchen, vehicles and mobing floors... Instead of plastics wipes or cleaning tools...it helps..seriously.

[@_Ekaros]

If they are such great clothing, why not sell them locally? If they were great, surely someone would be willing to buy them?

[@ezzatisaid]

Think I’ll just walk around naked from now on sighhhhh just kidding 😩

[@michaku6272]

Bruhh *airlines* literally only have likee uniforms they dont change it for yearsss....what are these ppl thinking 😂

[@shahvei]

Wow.. 😧

[@Indieloverr]

Carbon emissions from jet fuel not the uniform they wear 🥴

[@Nice-Biscuit]

So we should take the idea from here; wear 3 sets of clothes as uniforms, don't change them for years! =D XD

[@ambersiyin]

I know you are doing the tests to show how the clothes hold up but buying the clothes just for the test is not sustainable. Following that washing the tshirt 30 times?! That is such a waste of water! 😖😖😖

[@vidalyn]

When those huge sacks of clothes reach the Philippines, it will be sold as "ukay-ukay" (in English, "mix-mix"). Prices starts at 20pesos (0.56 SGD).

[@ualuuanie]

Everytime you buy cheap clothing you are supporting sweatshop industries.

[@sainiamarjeet]

shredding and recycling old clothes into new fabric possible in developing countries like bangaldesh, india, etc.

[@jianfabentsai2438]

Instead of buying large amounts of poor quality clothing, why not buy small amounts of expensive clothing? Unfortunately, most shoppers buy cheap things to de-stress from relationship trauma, abuse and/or work stress. One of the ways to control wastage and prevent harm to the environment is for government to calculate the costs to the environment, and other management costs from the after sales step to the decomposition step, and to take all costing in the form of increased taxation on foreign imports. You might think the business owners will be unhappy, but since all business owners are affected by the increased tax, the boys will pass their loss of profits to the customers by increasing the prices of their products and misdirect the blame to the government. If you are the boys, will you be any different? Please feedback to management.

[@higashirinchiah1013]

How about buying cheaper non-sustainable clothes less frequently? 🤦‍♂️