Do you buy generic or name brand?

[Uabassoon]

I mostly buy generic, however there are a few groceries that I do by name brand such as soda and some cosmetic items.

As for clothes I will admit that I do like nice labels! At least I save up by going generic at the grocery store! I also do mostly shop in the sales section and I don't really like womens clothing however I'm too small for most mens clothing so I usually shop in the boys section making my clothes a resonable price.

[Karen]

I don't really care about brand names, other than I know that, for example, Canada Dry gingerale doesn't make me sick, other sodas with citric acid usually do. I read labels, ingredients list first. I do, however, like Quaker Oatmeal better than the store brand, but I did try the generic!

[dogzr#1]

Well I am not the one that shops for groceries, but my parents buy an equal amount of generic and name brand foods. Some of the foods taste better when they are name brand, and vice versa. I really dont care most of the time.


As for clothes, I admit I like the 'expensive' stuff better but I'm fine with buying Wal-Mart clothes or clothes from the thrift store. I have about $200 to buy school clothes with and I usually buy the cheapes thing possible. I bought a good amount of my clothes at the thrift store. They were only 3cents a pound and I found some really good deals! I usually buy my other clothes at like JCPenny's, Dillards, or Mervyns or something. I sometimes buy them at like Wal-Mart or Target. I have bought a couple like REAL name brand stuff, but I'm too 'poor' for them. (Not really, but I just like to save my money XD)

[buttercup132]

For clothing I only wear name brand like Volcom, Etnies, Element,Roxy etc. I also buy them new so it cost a arm and a leg. $100 for a new sweater

As for food I dont buy my food , as long as it taste good I dont care.

[IRescue452]

Whatever is better. I'm pretty picky about things and usually stick to one brand for each particular item.

[mruffruff]

I'm a real cheapskate, so I generally go for generic. If I've tried the generic and don't like it, I'll be glad to pay extra for a brand name. As long as it fills the bill to my satisfaction, I'll cut the cost with generic. And food doesn't stick around very long (except on my hips!)

I buy most of my clothes from thrift shops. I can get a good brand name or a cheap brand for the same price --$1.00 apiece. I do buy my jeans at Wal-Mart because they are the only place I can find stretch jeans with pockets that actually fit all day. I usually weigh the need/want against the $$$. If I ever find the black coat I want, I'll be happy to pay whatever it takes.

[Cataholic]

I tend to buy more generic. Well, Kroger's premium select! I really can't tell the difference. I buy Kroger butter, or cheese. But, some things I just prefer the brand- Jif x-tra crunchy, for one!

As for clothes? Give me sales, consignment, discount, hand me down, worn, etc. If it fits, is presentable, and comfy, I am in it.

[angelbow20]

I buy cheap dog food for the most part, sometimes we buy name brand depending on what our dogs eat and i dont like spending tons of money on dogfood when we have four dogs to feed and 2 rabbits. clothes i have to admit i buy name brand and new...

[Suki Wingy]

generic for most things unrelated to pets.

[wolfsoul]

Depends on what it is-- usually I go for the generic because it is cheaper, but there are a few things (like macaroni and cheese) when the name brand is a must.

[Cataholic]

For clothing I only wear name brand like Volcom, Etnies, Element,Roxy etc. I also buy them new so it cost a arm and a leg. $100 for a new sweater

I find it somewhat ironical that you only buy name brand clothes like those listed above, and I haven't heard of a single one of them! So much for branding, eh?

[JenBKR]

I find it somewhat ironical that you only buy name brand clothes like those listed above, and I haven't heard of a single one of them! So much for branding, eh?

hehe I thought the same thing, thought I was the only one

[Vela]

I find it somewhat ironical that you only buy name brand clothes like those listed above, and I haven't heard of a single one of them! So much for branding, eh?

Yeah those are the new "in" brands with teenagers nowdays, mine all want those same brands too.

[Cataholic]

Yeah those are the new "in" brands with teenagers nowdays, mine all want those same brands too.

I just think it is funny. I wonder if it is regional? I don't think I have heard of them. I will have to ask the girl down the street.

[Pam]

I do, however, like Quaker Oatmeal better than the store brand, but I did try the generic!

Great minds (or tastebuds) think alike! I was just going to post about Quaker oatmeal!! How funny is that?! I bought the store brand once and it tasted like sawdust. I wound up throwing it away so it really didn't wind up being cheaper.