What brands do you associate with?
I can not say I associate with any certain brand. If the product works for me, then I invest in it.
I like to try different brands to see what works and what doesn’t. Maybe something is new on the market and has good reviews. It could be worth a try.
For example, for outdoor hiking clothes, I like the Eddie Bauer brand. They are comfortable and durable, but lately, I have been leaning toward the Columbia brand because it is harder to get Eddie Bauer clothes where I am. Sometimes accessibility and availability play a role in choices. I don’t stay with one thing. If it is cold and I need good winter boots, Sorrel or Pajah are my first picks.
It all depends on several valuables. Some are beyond my control.
