designer clothing - are they worth it?

[Janet]

I have never bought name brand clothing unless you count the Croc shoes I just bought...LOL My mother-in-law and I use to have this discussion. Even though she couldn't afford it, she was always telling me they last much longer and are of better quality. I pulled clothes out of my closet and showed her items I've had for years. I tried to explain to her that if you wash them correctly and take care of them, that Wal Mart and Target..etc items last just as long. She must have remembered our conversations, because I now have all her clothes.

Even IF I was able to afford it, I would much rather spend money on my home.