Will H&M Make Austin More Stylish?
H&M commercials have been playing on TV in our area for some time now. With the closest H&M stores being in Houston and Dallas, the ads just seemed like a big ol’ tease. But now the ads will finally be justified! Girls (and maybe a few boys) all over Austin rejoiced this past weekend as news was released that an H&M store will be coming to the Domain in North Austin this fall. My sister’s reaction? “That’s good…Austin’s turning into a real city.”
Most big cities do already have H&Ms and the stores are continuing to expand across the country. If you’ve never been to an H&M, it’s an affordable trendy store that’s comparable to Forever 21 (which is already in the Domain.) There are two things though that I think separate H&M from Forever 21 and they are: quality and style. A few years ago I decided to basically swear off buying clothes at Forever 21. I now prefer to buy less clothes that are of better quality and I know will last for awhile. Plus, there’s something about shopping at a store called “Forever 21″ when you’re past the age of 21 that just seems pathetic (especially when a lot of the clothes remind you of something you might have seen in a 16 and up club in Deep Ellum when you were 16.) The quality at H&M is at least one step above Forever 21 as the clothes just seem to be made better. Also, the style at H&M is a little more adult and less trashy. While I’m sure you can find trashy clothing at both retail stores, H&M seems to overall be the classier version.
Personally I was excited to hear of the news that we are getting an H&M. While I probably won’t shop there too often, it’s definitely a good option to grab some trendy clothing that you don’t feel a need investing too much money in. Yes it’s important that we shop locally as much as possible, and I also love the environmental effects of shopping vintage, but sometimes you have to mix in some modern trendy pieces into your look. H&M is also a great shopping option for men. Sometimes I truly wonder where guys shop in Austin, especially if you want something really affordable and modern. I think H&M will be a good addition to the shopping scene for the boys. What do you think?
Are you excited to get an H&M? Will H&M make Austin more stylish?
Joanna Wilkinson
keep austin stylish
I love H&M, unfortunately all their clothing is made for small and slight men. If your 6’2″ with a broad frame there are no options for you there… Their NYC store seems to have larger sizing options, but are still small on the largest end of their spectrum. Also, the Dallas stores don’t seem to have nearly the amount of clothes for men as the their NYC store.
totally agree.
i pretty much have to take advantage of outta town trips to H&M cities to stock up on their affordable/modern threads.
though, i don’t think having a weird H&M will decrease my thrift store shopping. hope that’s the case for everyone else!
Ahhhh, Joanna! You’ve made my night!!! This is the happiest news of…idk…the year!
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