DZsweetie.. sister, youre funny
american eagle, ebay... that stuff can be quality, its all in the way you maintain and take care of the stuff you buy - and who cares if in a few months it falls apart, chances are it's going to be out of style and in the back of everyone's closet eventually
i am all for the bargain shopping. i was recently in washington dc and i picked up two very designer (gucci and kate spade) purses.. they look so authentic its great!