It is better to buy just a few expensive clothes, rather than lots of cheaper clothes. Do you agree or disagree?

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Some people think that a few expensive clothes might be a better choice than a few cheaper ones,
while
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others say that less expensive items are more sensible nowadays. In
this
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essay, I will shed some light on the subject and give my own opinion. On the one hand, buying expensive goods is a good idea if we are talking about long-term consumption items
such
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as belts, bags or handmade watches made in the middle of Europe. Usually, more expensive items are of better quality and
last
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longer than their cheaper counterparts, so people can save a lot of money in the long run.
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, a person can sell a
brand new
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watch after five or even ten years of use because the price is still high and the condition of the product is acceptable.
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, it does not make sense to buy expensive T-shirts or jeans because they are made for two or just one season. They are not designed to
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more than a few years because they are made of thin cotton or synthetic materials.
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, modern T-shirts lose their quality and colour after the 10th or even the 7th wash, so it is much wiser to buy mass-produced cotton goods rather than luxury ones. In summary,
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people have a lot of choices when it comes to purchasing nowadays.
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, the developed market economy has made it easier than ever before in the history of mankind to make wise choices based on our current needs and financial capabilities.

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Ensure that each paragraph has a clear topic sentence that relates to the main argument of the essay. Additionally, use more cohesive devices such as linking words and pronouns to create a stronger sense of coherence and progression within the essay.
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Provide more specific examples that directly relate to the main argument in each body paragraph. Additionally, make sure to fully address all aspects of the essay prompt and provide a clear overall opinion in the introduction.
Topic Vocabulary:
  • sustainability
  • long-lasting
  • cost-per-wear
  • economical
  • investing
  • ethical manufacturing
  • transparent
  • exclusivity
  • designs
  • mass-produced
  • accessibility
  • budget
  • fast fashion
  • trends
  • maintenance
  • dry cleaning
  • social status
  • psychological implications
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