You can make simple gear that is more durable than mass-manufactured clothes, and that’s directly repairable by your own hands. It might not be as pretty but it can serve your needs and will be better for you in most ways. You’d also be sticking it to the system by doing so, especially if you’re doing it with second-hand clothes.
Hand make your gear if you can. K.I.S.S.
You can make simple gear that is more durable than mass-manufactured clothes, and that’s directly repairable by your own hands. It might not be as pretty but it can serve your needs and will be better for you in most ways. You’d also be sticking it to the system by doing so, especially if you’re doing it with second-hand clothes.