The Comparative Study Between Brand New Clothes as Perceive by Grade 12 ABM Students of Bestlink College of the Philippines A.Y. 2021-2022

Vol.3, No.1C

Abstract

Clothes are very essential in human lives. It is used to cover the body to give heat on cold days and to be able to fit in. Today, clothes are not that hard to find. You can find clothes in every corner of the sidewalks and local stores. There are two types of clothing: brand-new clothes and thrifted clothes. Thrifted clothes are a great way to recycle, but have no warranty or return policy. Brand-new clothes are more durable, and you don’t have to worry about unsanitary or bacteria, but it is too expensive. 

Therefore, this study attempts to determine the perception of grade 12 ABM students of Bestlink College of the Philippines regarding buying and choosing clothes. The researchers used descriptive design. This study aims to determine the perception of Grade 12 ABM Students of Bestlink College of the Philippines on choosing or buying thrifted and brand-new clothes. A focus group survey was used through Google. Fifty respondents from sections ABM 1201 – 1210 were selected through simple random sampling. Based on the study's findings, all respondents believe that clothes are essential in human lives, whether thrift or brand-new clothes. One of the factors in thrifted clothes is the design, which is no longer trendy, and one of the factors in brand new clothes is its price, which is not affordable, unlike thrifted clothes. The price and quality of the clothes are extremely important to them. Our respondents agreed with our suggestions and recommendations that we knew would greatly help them when they buy or sell clothes. The results were significant to sellers, students, and thrift and brand-new clothes consumers. Since clothes are essential to human lives, especially Generation Z. This research can be a resource and a guide for future researchers who want to do a related study. And they know the differences in quality, price, and durability. The researchers suggested that, to buy clothes that promote sustainable fashion, always think if the price and quality are worth buying, always check if the clothes are made with good quality materials, always check if there’s any damage, and always consider your budget.