Certain pieces made of chiffon that get runs very quickly :( Pieces I don't end up wearing because the fit is off, they aren't flattering, or don't suit my lifestyle. Pieces that are itchy after a year of use...All camisoles, ever (OMG do a cami video!!). You explain things so well and concisely! I wish you had included why pieces get runs and other damages in this video too :) Holes can sometimes be obvious but piling, runs, etc could have been included. Maybe another video? I love your comments!!
I’ve been seeing this too, especially for bed sheets & towels. The best sheets I own were made in the 60’s & 70’s, easy to see from the paisley patterns, etc. Then manufacturers noticed that “good quality” doesn’t get (need) replaced as often, but “last years style” does. Interesting right. 😃😃😃
@@Carewolf I have a trenchcoat with fake double-breast buttons (it only buttons on one side), cuff belts that are sewn in place (which annoys me) and I was told when buying the belt is just for show (But I still use it). Fake pockets aren't so much on male clothing but there's other kinds of fakery.
Seriously good question. I hate fake pockets. If I discover them late I always return the pants. I can't afford a handbag. Plus I always have a rucksack so why would I buy a small bag that can't contain all my school supplies? It only makes sense if you're clubbing or something. But then wouldn't actual pockets still be preferred to having a bag swaying back and forth whilst dancing?
Well, just like you, I am also an old man but I am into fashion and really enjoy Mrs. Leconte's advise and apply them to my skills as a consumer of men's garments. I just wish she would do men's fashion too as far as tips and advice. I am certain she would reach million of men who would love her expertise as a designer in fashion.
One thing that really annoys me is see through shirts. Any shirt made for women is automatically super see through. After losing some weight I can now buy shirts in the men’s section and they are so much better.
some shirts for men are quite see through as well, even "not so cheap" ones. Those are primarily meant for use with a blazer/jacket and only 1 layer. If I am wearing those by themselves I would definitely use a undershirt underneath as well.
Ryan Jackson The only layering I do is wearing a men’s shirt open over my women’s shirt, so when I get tired I can change into the more comfortable men’s shirt.
1:34 another reason why t-shirts twist after a while is because the yarn used to make the fabric is not twisted tight enough. I learnt it in a fabric factory here in Italy (they make fabrics for Gucci, Prada, Louis Vuitton, Ferragamo etc so I believe them!)
Me, too. Know your fabrics and your designer labels, do a good inspection (generally no returns policy or very limited time frame) and cha-ching! Good buys abound and you will look mahvelous!
Totally agree! I have found amazing finds at thrift stores. Go to the stores in better areas and you can even find brand new clothes ***with*** the tags still on them. Wait until after Christmas or the beginning of Spring when everyone gets rid of all of their old stuff. It's even better if I can find something a little bigger then have it professionally tailored to fit me. I look like a million without spending a million!
I knew it wasn’t my imagination when formerly “good” brands suddenly became yucky! Thank you for these lessons- you remind me of my Home Ec teacher during sewing class💌
Thank you so much ! Now I know I'm not crazy. my boyfriend thought I was crazy for spending good money on clothes and that i was picky, because i pay attention to fabric , stitching etc. I have gotten to the point that I just want to make my own clothes and underwear. Even asked my mom for a sweing machine for my birthday . I have even saved a bunch if my grate grandmother's clothes that are amazing so when I get my machine fit it to my size.
Amazing! I try to sew more clothes by myself to fit my body. I’m not only plus sized, I’m also tall and I like vintage and romantic style so my only way to get proper garments is to create them. Nice to know you have your great-grandmother outfits! Sure you’ll look great. Wish you a lot of luck ✨
Such great video. You hear so many times "buy good quality clothes" or invest in "good quality" rather than quantity, but what does it mean really? What IS good quality? So many people understand it differently, when it is in fact quite simple, and even fewer people talk about how to spot this "good quality", so THANK YOU.
Yes, Irene, exactly. Very poor quality is easy to spot, but it's not always that easy. And recognizing something doesn't fit well doesn't tell you WHY. Now I know!
Yes! I always checked for simple basic shirts in "better quality" but when I tried to compare them I didnt even know what to compare exactly.. Thanks for this video!
Could you speak on how brand companies have allowed their quality to slip while raising prices. I have seen this with Victoria Secret, Talbots, Calvin Klein, Gerry Weber, etc.!!! Therefore, brand name doesn't mean quality anymore!!! Likewise, high end doesn't mean good fit! I've found C&A Jean's fit me better than Burberry!
Overall economy inflation has a part in this too I think. I’ve never worked in high end fashion so I can’t say for sure but I do know that when minimum wage went up in my state my company inflated some of its prices a long with it.
Any decent fabric/clothing manufacturer should be transparent in what their product is made of. If not, they're being very cheap and/or harmful and trying to hide it.
For those of us that suffer from allergies or have super sensitive skin... those "others" or not knowing exactly what makes up the so called viscose type of material is a continuing nightmare on a very limited budget! One of my biggest hassles in the continuing trend to put elasticity into so called 100% cotton etc products. I wish there were companies that made hemp products that don't cost a small fortune, as its breathable, durable and sustainable re for the environment compared to cotton etc. I can't even buy a pair of womens denium jeans because they are all been elasticitised, and mens jeans are going the same way. Even the op shops are running out of the good "old" stuff.
Unless you thrift I think most of the time you just have to save sadly. If you buy fast fashion, not only is it extremely unethical but almost all fast fashion labels use time saving shortcuts that lower the quality of the item. It’s better to save and look into handmade products that will last you 10 years.
Hi Justine, perhaps you could do a jeans special: How can I determine good quality from bad in jeans/denim? I find it extremely hard with stretchy skinny jeans. They all seem poor quality to me - even the more expensive brands - because they tend to be so thin. I am really trying to purchase long lasting clothes and I am surprised that I find it so difficult with jeans. Thanks and keep up the really good and interesting work! silke
I've found out last year about a Rock Revival brand of jeans that fits me perfectly - they have thick textile/canvas, the seem is flat and sewn with thick threads, and most of the time the seems are lined properly - and you can buy them at Nordstrom Rack (or other outlets, I guess, too - but this is where I've bought them) for around 70$. Not sure if that's too much for some people, but for me it's worth to have only two of those jeans instead of various bad-quality ones. I hope I will be able to buy them even after I move out of North America.
@Mally Kay You don't need to wash jeans after a couple uses unless they're stained or sweaty. Washing them less frequently and turned inside-out will prolongue their life.
Brazilian jeans are very well made and fit to the body really good. One woman complimented my pair of jeans other day and she asked where I bought, but I told her I didn't remember because they were 4 years old. So, we have good brands and they have high quality and the "premium products". the first one is thicker, you can feel the weight and how the fibers don't have much space between them; good sewing inside and out. The second one is a little bit lighter and is rougher to the touch and can have some errors of sewing.. when washed very often, tend to be less durable. That's how I check them out to see if they are good quality. Always wash denim separately.. just denim clothes in the washer. And, if they are black denim, put a little bit of salt in the washer once each four times washing it so the color will last longer
Pâmela Fernandes Depende da loja/marca brasileira. A maioria importa da China, que produz a mesma qualidade das lojas fast-fashion. Qual loja você comprou?
Silke Stadler i use Levi from the actual website or store. Don’t get from Macy’s or walmart or any other store that sells them. I’m convinced that they have a different line for other stores. The quality isn’t the same. But the Levi you get at the Levi store is best. Material is heavier feeling.
Tip: go to an actual lingerie store, not H&M or department stores. It's a bit pricier, but they will measure you and help you find what works for you exactly. Many of those places have employees who are specifically trained for exactly that :)
Lea B ....Exactly! Your bra is actually the most important clothing item you will ever buy and make or break how you look no matter how expensive an outfit is. I typically go to Dillards for bra fittings and the sales women always have the best options for me. Recently I was shown a different brand then my usual Waycoal (just as pricey) but it has worked out really well. I no longer have "spillage over the cups" since I've been having myself professionally fitted. .
please make a video for busty girls, and which tops, blouses and sweaters looks best on us. Everyone thinks it's great having a large bust....News Flash -it's not!!! PS Love your videos! !!
Willow Bark , I have a lot of my button down blouses tailored to fit. I was sick of trying to find one that would fit and not leave gaps between the buttons. Hope that tip helps.
Thanks, Baileygirl Smith! I haven't had a button down in AGES! I also use Wacoal bras...I too was fitted, and it made all the difference in the world. But fickle me, I'd like a new style! We have no Dillard's near us, but another busty friend recently told me about Soma. She was fitted there and is very happy. :)
I was going through the comments (some sometimes have interesting complimentary information), and I was surprised that they are a lot of men watching and not afraid of voicing their positive opinion! A real proof that your content is of high quality, enjoyed by the big majority! Keep up the good work~
My personal tip is to look the wash directions, if says "hand wash, dry wash or... no wash" i don't buy it, because i'm a busy woman and a don't have the time to spend hand wash or going to the dry cleaning place. I need clothes that suits to my lifestyle, not the other way around. Greetings from Chile!
Wash directions don't say that much about fabric quality in my experience. I'm a knitter and I consider pretty much everything I make handwash, simply because I'm not going to spend countless hours knitting up a sweater just for it to felt and shrink in the washer. Quite often, fibers that require special treatment have a lot of other advantages that completely make up for that (for example, some types of wool don't need to be washed as often, simply because smells dont 'stick' to them, so hanging them outside over night might be enough.)
i completely agree with you. If a purchase a gorgeous wool sweater or a fancy dress, i don't going to wash machine them. I wash all my wool sweaters by hand in the summer (so it can properly dry and be ready for autumn/winter) But i'm not going to hand wash a cheap horrible polyester top, it just not worth my time or money.
camila gonzález contreras --but then you can never wear silk, cashmere or some linens for example. Or suits and blazers. You wouldn't put those things in the washing machine, even though they're high quality items.
I really appreciate how your videos are making me into a person who is more conscience about my wardrobe and shopping habits. Im actually becoming a person who has style now. Please keep these kinds of videos up.
All the things you mention in your comments are exactly the reason I have stopped buying clothes, unless they are for hacking around or for some dirty job that means once the job is complete I throw them out. Quality has gone out the window, I make all my own clothes, then I have only myself to blame, most of us work hard for our money therefore we should make sure we buy the best we can afford or like me, make your own. I gave up shopping years ago, saved a fortune and a great deal of frustration. At my age sewing is now a hobby as well as a good way to keep fingers and hands going, a plus on all sides I also enjoy making things, not just clothes but also soft furnishing or anything else that comes to mind, with three machines plus two knitting machines and heaven knows how many knitting needles and crochet hooks which I have gathered over the years I will never be short of tools also I am a fabric and yarn addict, it all helps. So people, do it yourself, you get a great deal of satisfaction when creating, then when you really must go and purchase a garment you know by your own workmanship what is good and what to avoid. Laura B
Thank you Laura. I too used to sew all the time many years ago and the money I saved, the designs I created, the satisfaction of making something/garment cannot be measured. I have more time coming up and may consider picking it up again (I have two sewing machines) so I can avoid as much as possible this cheap truckload of garments the stores hang on their racks. Thanks again for the motivation. Sew on! Sew on! Enjoy.
As a seamstress, this is awesome! I got a coverstitch machine, because I was tired of not being able to get a flat hem with a double needle on knit fabrics. I’m still learning with it… different fabrics don’t always react the same, but it’s still awesome to have. Sometimes when people bring me stuff to alter, I give it back better than when they brought it to me. Sadly, I can’t fix poor cut, like off-grain cuts. But I can make better seams and hems that will stay put longer.
That's why I took up sewing for better finishes and tailored look. It widens my range of choice and allows me to take pieces whose fabric or colors I like, but otherwise would have to let go. And that means a lot of second-hand shopping, too
Every single tshirt I bought from well-known stores, e.g. Forever 21 and H&M, would always end with twisted side seams after several wash and I thought it was just how the fabrics turned out. If only I knew better... So thank you, Justine! Now how do we determine if a tshirt is of a good quality before we buy it? Because when you're at a store and you look at a tshirt, it usually looks good and doesn't look like it's gonna twist.
If you slightly tug at the fabric you can determine in which direction it naturally wants to stretch. When the directions differ quite a lot there's probably something wrong ^^ I don't know it it works for every fabric but it mostly does for me! If you look closely you can also sometimes see in which direction the threads are running.
H&M? Really? Wow. Everything I bought ar H&M is super durable and no annoying twisting seams. And the only bras I've ever bought that are actually good and don't stretch after a few months are from H&M (and the one I most frequently wear is about 7 years old). The only thing so far that is of a mediocre quality in my experience are their shoes
Thanks for this video. I imagine myself shopping in one of those fast fashion stores after watching this: “the hem is not stitched properly, the fabric is poor quality”
"Where is the space for the breasts?". I guess I've never noticed because I haven't any :p . Even so, you're right, even when we wear cheap clothes we would like to breathe from time to time :) . I find second-hand good quality to be a great, reasonably cheap alternative to fast fashion - and some clothes you can get have still the label on!
I enjoyed this. In Britain, it's getting harder and harder to buy cotton, linen or wool clothing. Everything is now polyester or nylon blends. I used to love the White Stuff because a lot of their clothes were natural fibres. Now, most of their clothes are 50% polyester or nylon or acrylic. I don't like the feel of them on my skin.
I grew up in the 70's. Synthetics were all the rage but they were far better quality than what's sold today; they draped better and clothing was constructed well. In the 80's there was a backlash - everything was natural fiber, top quality natural fiber. I sigh when I remember. Nowadays I can't find anything natural fiber and if by chance miracle I do, either it is a recycled fabric (neither breathable nor absorbant) or it is mixed with synthetic fiber, or it's obscenely expensive. Good clothes are now only for the elite.
Really helpful. Could you also make a video on affordable brands which make good quality clothes? I often ended up paying 60 euros for something that is damaged after the first (hand)wash!
check labels with fabrics content. It's good to have basic knowledge about fabrics. Then how it's made, As I wrote here on the comment - I was able to found sometimes good quality product for 10-20 EUR and really something poor for 100 EUR just because of label on it.
My work includes open flames, so having 100 percent natural fibers is a must. Burning fabric (natural) is easier to put out (and heal from) in case of accidents whereas synthetic fibers will melt and possibly stick to your skin leading to escalated injuries.
Really enjoy your videos, love the simplicity and the way you provide a lot of information in a compactly sized video. Keep it up, congrats on growing fast, you definitely deserve it.
Thank,you Justine. Very helpful video. I am in Paris on holiday and noticing your tips about French women Only wear 3 colours and wear good shoes I am picking up so many tips from you and slowly on my way to declutter my clothes and start a capsule of quality garments Please keep up your videos Merci beaucoup Madame
I've shown your videos to my friend and we agreed that buying good quality clothing is a better option... but here's a question: where? What are some of the brands or manufacturers you'd recommend? Sometimes, even a name that used to stand for quality ends up being so commercialized that a consumer is paying for the name more than actual quality. We've gone over what's available to us in Slovenia and Austria, and concluded there's very few options, and even those usually have styles that don't fit us. I don't mind paying more for a piece of clothing if I can be sure it will stay the way it's meant to even after wear and wash, but I really haven't a clue and I've sometimes paid more only to still have to contend with things that were just not made to last.
I know, there are some quality goods in Parndorf Outlet near the Vienne. At least 7 Years ago they were. But the best way is to learn yourself to compare quality of different things. For example, I use a T-Shirt by NAPAPIRJI for about 8 Years and it still looks good (actually it was in vintage style since the beginning :)), but now I do not see the same quality T-Shirts in their Shops. Also it depends on your preferences, of course. Probably I'm kind of a little bit "conservative" guy, who can by the same goods for decades ))) I mean, the same topsiders by Timberland, the same T-Shirts by Fruit of The Loom and Hanes, hoodies from Hanes etc.... )))
I like used clothes because they usually stand the test of time, and you can see the clothes after they've had a few washes. Its like looking into the clothing future
I am watching this only two months after she said thank you for 50,000 subscribers and she already has 150,000. I am so glad I found this channel, learning sooo much.
Thank you so much Justine. I try to buy less so that I can afford better quality, however I know more expensive isn't necessarily higher quality, but with your tips, I am more aware! BTW I really enjoy watching your videos. Its great to learn from an intelligent woman who understands timeless fashion and not whats "hot and fun!". Thank you!
Cynthia Waltho Everything has cheapen.... it's just "names" now that people buy...even for purses and shoes... you can find inferior work that cost plenty of money. Until people refuse to buy "names" we won't be seeing quality.
@Elaine BB I completely agree. Its really too bad. What is more disappointing is how much of the sales revenue gets put into the marketing of these poor quality products, which subconsciously teaches us hey are "good"!
@@elainebb5937 So true! It is even more infuriating when you know that 70% or so of the price goes towards a paycheck to celebrity from the advertising campaign. I'm guessing that the big brands are trying to cash in the "golden days" standard when a brand actually DID mean a great quality, but that has long stopped being the case. I categorically refuse to buy branded (and overpriced!) stuff if I can get the same or even better quality from a non-marketed brand. In my opinion, "branded" stuff nowadays are just a status symbol intended for those that lack in some other (more important) things.
This was SO educational! Your channel is going to be among the biggest ones on YT, I can feel it :) and btw that lipstick looks amazing on you! This video made me realize how much crap I have bought over the years.... but I honestly don't know where to shop good quality clothing without having to spend a fortune on something like a plain white t-shirt or singlets. Oh and I would love a video all about what types of underwear are best for different pieces of clothing! I learn so much from you
This is the first video I've seen from you, I thought 10 minutes was going to be too long but you keep it moving and don't get bogged down in too many details. Thanks
That yacht flag sweater is the fastest of fast fashion: Wear it until it gets dirty and then throw it away! My maternal grandmother was a seamstress who sewed most of my mother's and my clothes. She unsuccessfully tried to teach me some of these tips when I was too young to care, so I truly appreciate the thorough examination of dos and don'ts in this video; immediately applicable no matter what one's taste and budget. TFP!
This is a really great video. I am a clothing reseller and I really do try to find and sell good quality items. I think if it looks great when it's gotten to a thrift store or tag sale, that is a good first indication. But knowing some of the details you shared that I should be looking for brings this beyond my instinct (pretty good) to actual KNOWLEDGE, which is a great combination! I found a great used coat recently that was velvet outside of a synthetic and pure silk inside. It sold in about 3 minutes after listing! Good quality tells and sells!
watching this and myself having graduated from fashion design studies, working in a clothing shop is quite a challenge. You see horrible quality with steep pricing and still have to somehow justify the garment to a customer. Moreover when the "design" itself is done in a way so they would save money on production value. When you know the techniques and ways it should be done, it becomes cringeworthy.... *sigh*
I completely agree. But it's political. This is what unbridled capitalism looks like. It keeps shaving off costs relentlessly in order to maximise profits. Be it jobs; materials or design. Soon many l shops will close and you will be forced to buy only online because it favours the retailer - not you! It has nothing to do with quality. It will happily sacrifice quality in favour of the dollar/euro/pound. There's a whole generation coming through that have never experienced quality - in anything!
@Micah Falline blaming people without expertise for being manipulated by those WITH expertise is an asinine excuse that negates the corrupt and corrupting behaviour in question.
cheekyberd yes let’s get rid of capitalism so we can’t even get food even let alone clothes lol. Educate yourself, w videos like this. You think the government is less corrupt than companies lol? Give me a break. Look at how well the post office is ran lol. Big Government unlike companies can actually totally control your life so bad idea to get rid of capitalism. Don’t blame capitalism and don’t look to the government for salvation lol, but look to yourself and videos like this to make things better for yourself. Oh no you bought some cheap quality clothes you better have the government control our lives and take our freedom away. No thanks.
@@cheekyberd I agree, cheekyberd, and I think that's why it's important to put our hard earned money towards those garment makers that DO put out quality products, not the fast fashion ones. Justine is telling us just how to do that! If we all quit spending our money on cheaply made things, THOSE manufacturers will go away! =)
Where I'm from most stores don't keep my size and they just shove me off but they keep my size in men's clothing so I basically end up buying tees and casual shirts from men's collection. I really needed you in my life to understand clothes. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for making these videos.
800k+ new followers since you made this video is proof that your work is very high quality! Congrats Justine, well deserved success (and of course, thank you for what you do!)
This is easily one of the most informative videos I’ve seen in a long time. Thank you for explaining to me why I’ve had shirts where the seams on the sides twist.
Your videos are really helpful :) so straight forward and easy to follow. I am not on a big budget but these tips will help heaps when I am thrift shopping :) thanks
Honestly why the hell would there be such many dislikes??! Are you people blind to the degree that you can't tell this is the very guide that everyone needs who has a life and an understanding of it? Anyhow, THANK YOU SO MUCH Justine!!!
Lol! I sew at home, when I go clothes shopping I check for all these things! So many of my friends laugh at me for checking seams, material, material pattern displayed. But my clothes last much longer than theirs do. Nice to know I'm checking the right things:)
I'm following maybe 5-6 channels, don't want to waste much time on YT. BUT I WISH I could get a notification whenever you get up, I love the informative material, the fact that you make it short, your face, your style, your accent. It's like I know all these things only a designer knows and I only spent 10 minutes yet feel just as informed as someone that went through school for it.
thanks for the great feedback! You know that if you click the little bell (next to the "subscribe" button, on my channel page), you will be notified about each new video? If you have subscribed but don't click the bell, you will only be notified now and then.
I have been working on updating my wardrobe for years, I resent those quick fashion store with passion!!! I started to learn how to sew my own clothes because even higher end stores started to fail on quality big time! So sad...I think the only way to fix the problem is to make choices as consumers where to take our business.
My friend is a trained tailor. I have been frustrated with shop quality as well, and sewn some things myself, but I could just submit them to her. 🤔 It's hard to break through to the industry in Finland, because we're so expensive workers, so she's delivering pizza right now, but the world needs her skills.
Your videos are so unique and interesting. This content is hard to find on RU-vid. Chock full of savvy insider information. I am learning so much. This is so fun, and useful. Merci! ✂📝📍
Thank you so much for doing this video. I already knew how to select good quality clothing thanks to y mother teaching me how to sew when I was a kid. Your video is a great refresher course. One of the things I"ve noticed is that manufactures in the last decade or so seem to have stopped preshrinking the fabric before it is cut. Which makes the garment seams twist and pucker even when washing in cold water. It's very frustrating.
I'm not much of a fashionista anymore. Moved from a city to the country. Not a big need to get dressy. I can still appreciate a well made sweater or a pair of jeans. I do buy fast fashion, like tees and tanks keeping in mind I will only wear them for one season. I love your channel. You're resparking my love of clothes!!
I just started my first big girl job as a pharmacist here in the US! I love watching the videos that talk about what clothing staples to have and now this one is my second favorite! I usually shop online but this is a big eye opener! Thankyou Justine =)
@@Xandros999 Polyester is good for soaking up sweat so that it doesn't drench and weigh you down like natural fabrics do. It's the reason why most work-out/sports close are made of it. However, because it's not natural, it doesn't breathe; so it can cause sweating and also holds on to the bacteria that is in sweat. This leads to body odor smell coming from the fabric; even after it's been washed. After wearing polyester and sweating in it for some time, the washing machine cannot wash out the bacteria trapped in the fabric. It retains the oils of sweat where the bacteria live, but not the water. It's best to wash polyester with a cup of baking soda (with your soap) and also add a cup of vinegar to the baking soda and soap for really bad trapped odors. But yeah, it can cause sweating as it laps it up like a champ as well.
@@bettyangwenyi1797 I had the same problem with my bras! I found out it was the polyester...changed my life! No one needs a stinky reputation they don't deserve.
Wow! You have just made my life more complicated, and I love it. I definitely need to delve further into this topic cause I'm thoroughly fed up of wearing garments that look great in the store, but sits ho hum on my body or they look great on the first wear, but look faded like I put it on a high heat tumble in the dryer, on the second wear. Thank you!
I noticed when you were talking about the different types of fibres, you talked about modal, viscose and tencel as part of the natural fibres, and you lumped rayon with the synthetic. Those four are all more or less the same thing: man-made fibres, yes, but derived from a natural source, so in the technical sense, they're all natural fibres. Also, not only acetate is from petrol; polyester and acrylic also derive from this industry. Fun fact: rayon was first developed as a potential substitute for silk, and it is made from mulberry because the silk worms were fed mulberry leaves.
I grew up in a poor family and I'm not so well off myself now either. I steer clear of fast fashion chain retailers, because the prices in my country (Poland) are actually quite steep, while the fabrics remain godawful. Most of what's in my closet came from thrift shops. I just realised that I've never ever seen (way alone wore) a quality piece of clothing. The amount of detail that went into these pieces is incredible. Maybe one day I'll afford one.
I don't know why this came up on my feed but it is a piece of timeless knowledge. I worked in a design studio for many years, it absolutely ruined me for buying clothes. I look at everything, the standard of manufacturing is disgusting, it's fast fashion, throw-away fashion. At one time, many years ago, clothing would be sent back to the British manufacturer of it was faulty, now they just give you a new one, because they can't keep sending items back to China or the Philippines, it's the price paid for ready made high street goods.
At last! Someone who will talk about how to shop for quality clothing and shoes. I learned a lot. I would love to see youtube posting like The Gentleman's Gazette only for women!
I certainly am learning how to shop. I find myself now looking at the labels, care instructions, type of fabric, etc. Thank you Justine. I am spending a whole lot more money. Lol
This is very helpful. I’ve gotten more knowledgeable about fashion, but this is extremely helpful! This makes me feel better if I’m paying a little extra for better quality. Thank you
hello Justine! Can I just say for a English girl who is obsessed with all things fashion, style and Parisian, your videos are a delight! I love them! x
Hei Justine! I wasn't aware of fast fashion but because of your video now I want to change the way I buy clothes. I also convinced my boyfriend. Keep up the good work, your contribution is important!
Thank you so much Justine. I don't buy a lot of clothes but when I do "good quality" is my number one priority. Now I can be really sure what to look out for. Thank you so much. I bought a yellow top that I could not get the seams on the side to line up when ironing now I understand why.
Unrelated to this video (which I enjoyed, as always), but could you do a video on your favorite red lipsticks? I'm always curious to know what French women would gravitate towards, and every time I see it on you, it looks so lovely. Very interested! Thank you!
Great video, I love the industry economics info, but you got some fiber facts wrong. Modal, Tencel, and Viscose are all types of Rayon. Rayon is halfway between a synthetic or natural fiber because its made of natural cellulose pulp that has been chemically treated. Also synthetic fibers and the fabrics they produce aren't inherently low quality. High quality polyester and rayon fabrics can feel amazing and approach a fine silk like hand. Even modern acrylic can be produced to feel very similar to cashmere. Also synthetic fibers don't necessarily create less breathable fabrics. Polyester is used so much in the active wear industry because it is breathable and wicks moisture well so that it keeps athletes cool and easily evaporates sweat. Really the breathability of a fabric has more to do with the knit or weave structure and yarn type. Im a textiles major, thats why I'm being a bit picky.
she never said that non-natural fabrics are inherently wrong. and rayon is a thousand times more chemically treated compared to modal, tencel, heather, or viscose. These fabrics aren't chemically changed into a dough before being pressed into a yarn for the fabrics. Rayon is nothing but a chemical mess resulting from wood pulp. So she didn't get anything wrong, this video wasn't about the tiny differences between the fabrics, it was about noticing what your clothes are made of.
Thank you for your incredible work here! I learned so much from you. I always prefer quality to quantity, but it is so hart to find something good nowadays. It is so helpful you have mentioned those 5 points! I love your videos, only structured useful information! Really the best quality of content!
What causes pilling on a fabric? The amount of times have bought a garment and after wearing it for 10 sessions it begins to pill...so annoying. I bought a Christmas jumper from H&M in December because we were having a Christmas jumper day at work; I wore it once and by the end of the day both arms were covered in bobbles of wool. I could not take it back because I had bought it 4 week before the Christmas j/day. I have bought clothes from Primak which have washed better and lasted longer than Per Una from M&S.
pilling like that is a sign that the fabric has been "brushed up" so it looks thicker and feels fluffy, but the surface is actually broken so it starts coming off in bobbles as soon as rubbing happens (against a wall, against a backpack, sleeve against bodice on the sweater itself...). Really annoying, I can imagine your disappointment. Cheap fleece fabric is often like that because it creates more "volume" with less weight. And yarns are bought by weight, for knitting. Better stay away from fleece and "fluffy" fabrics from cheap brands...
I never said it ws a sign of bad quality but you would think the more one spends on an item of clothing the better the quality would be as the adage goes "You pay for what you get"....that is not always the case.
I think we all need to learn more about fabrics so we don't buy bad products. And maybe if enough of us stops consuming fast fashion, some people might actually start making these clothes in a better way which will lead to better working enviroments for people who make these clothes in 3rd world countries and maybe it will stop harming the nature so much too. Also, please watch 'The True Cost' documentary. It would teach you a lot about the fast fashion endustry.
It's good to care about these things, but choosing what to buy isn't really what makes those kinds of changes in the world - a strong labour movement is
I just started sewing and had never thought or cared about quality clothes until I wanted to make nice clothes myself. These tips are useful to people learning to make clothes too. Thanks.
This is a wonderful video! I would even love a more detailed version or just more this vs that visual explanations... I want to go turn all my clothes inside out now. Also... the seams that are twisted are terrible! Now I know that means CHEAP!
Daaaaaaaaaaaaaaymmmmm, she called out that & Other Stories t-shirt sweater! There's a few things them and COS make that leave zero allowance whatsoever for any sort of bust, but then some of their other products really rock.
One thing I will say, mills in Korea and Japan and I’m sure many other countries are making some very lux, great quality synthetic fabrics. They aren’t always bad and the technology to make them look and feel good is always improving.
I always try to buy good quality - It just looks more put together. However, I do find it hard to find good quality cashmere. I always by Cashmere 100% or 100% Merino (I'd rather have one Cashmere sweater than 10 cheap cotton/polyester ones that look washed out or plastic-like in no time and don't feel so nice on the skin). Most of it just pils in no time. I can get rid of the pilling with a cashmere brush or an old razor (carefully!). But I'd like to know how to determine the quality of cashmere when shopping. And one weird quality Fashion tip: upper midrange to high end German Brands last FOREVER - They are not as trendy as other countries' labels but they will last and their quality is amazing. I initially bought my Hugo Boss coat 3 years ago, (I live in Scandinavia, so it get's a lot of wear) as it was the only coat without synthetics I could find. It's a classic cut, feels luxurious, hasn't aged a day and will bring me joy for years to come. My mother has had her Gabor shoes for 18 years(!) and they still look good. I also heard that Kaiser shoes should be really longlasting.
Lea B The longer and thicker the cashmere fiber, the better. Longer and thicker means stronger, more resilient and less pilling. Always by 2ply, not 1ply. Be careful with baby cashmere-it may sound good but often it's shorter fibers mean thinner and more pilling in the end. Personally, I look for full fashion features to be knitted in, such as V neck stitching or sleeve trim. If it's stitched/sewn on its cheap. Do not buy unfinished sleeves or bottom, it's not trendy, it cheap, sloppy and will roll up....plus, to me, it's indicative of poor quality elsewhere. Yes, I've made that mistake!
Lea B here in the US we have January the 1st sale or spring sale. All those cashemire sweaters are on sale no one wears it here. Check on some US shops like Macy's
I recently recommended several of your videos to a Mom friend at my church and she plans to watch them with her 5 young daughters. I had fun watching them but just now realized those girls are going to interrupt the video with their mom because they’ll be shocked at your cuss words. To me they seem minor but to an 8 year old who is pretty sheltered? Yikes. I hope my friend doesn’t choose to avoid all the learning they could gather on account of that. FYI, not as a criticism but just a heads up. Your lessons are so useful and in my opinion needful. Thank you for all you’ve done.
