The SOFTEST knits from SEZANE

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Everything linked below:
Cotton Knits
Gary Jumper (the one I'm wearing) size S
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Leontine Jumper (striped) size S
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Bree Jumper (cable knit) size S
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Felix Jumper (leopard print) size XS
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Marietta Jumper (white from archives) size S
seza.ne/Qx5F4VVeHe
Capucine Cardigan
seza.ne/Qumuc7wQkx
Matthis Jumper
seza.ne/Qwkk7YvnHS
Adela Cardigan
seza.ne/Qw5HwatTRp
Ruben Cardigan
seza.ne/QPtXRCzfhq
Beryl Cardigan
seza.ne/QyYzzNTZ7D
Wool (Merino Wool)
Abigael Jumper (black) size S
seza.ne/QPmfMsMbJ3
Eleanor Cardigan (black)
seza.ne/QCk2qJD4Pu
Louis Cardigan (rosewood) size S
seza.ne/QuDTNZyhbX
Lyna Jumper size S
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Betty Cardigan size S and M
seza.ne/Q94NQUHDyp
Betthany Cardigan
seza.ne/Qhf7DQqaWY
James Jumper (cable knit striped) size M
seza.ne/QxEdNRpd6V
Timothy Jumper
seza.ne/QCznSn7Evb
Wool Blend
Sonnie Cardigan (chocolate brown) size S
seza.ne/QPwYRhMrCs
Naelle Skirt (size M)
seza.ne/QuFWX8HtaP
Sami Jumper (bottle green) size S
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Maha Jumper in ecru/chestnut/black size S
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mohair/alpaca:
Othello Cardigan in mottled beige size XS
seza.ne/Qw52uRejbK
Amiel Jumper in charcoal size S
seza.ne/QxhSBjd2BD
Amance (little scratchy on me) size S in camel color
seza.ne/QCgBPHSeWz
Louise Jumper
seza.ne/Qhq4rdTnkF
Cody Jumper
seza.ne/Qx2nFu3bbC
Otis Jumper
seza.ne/QhpWR9ZW4j
Otto Jumper
seza.ne/QhCgAx6Hm6
Anaelle Cardigan
seza.ne/QdAA52X2HE
Viscose Blend (ecovero lenzing)
Dita Jumper
seza.ne/QtRV29f34j
Charlotte Cardigan
seza.ne/QPkyZbyzQU
Ronnie Jumper sold out
Roma Jumper sold out
Ambroise Cardigan
seza.ne/Q92VR4cb4S
Uniqlo Long Sleeve Shirt (to wear underneath your scratchy sweaters
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I am 5'5", 136lb (1,66cm and 62 kg)
Bust 35" (89 cm)
Waist 28" (72 cm)
Hips: 40" (102 cm)
Sizes I normally wear:
Tops: S / XS (4 mostly,)
Bottoms: Small (4/6)
Dresses: Small (4/6)
Denim: 27
Bra 36B (also 34C)
Shoes: 8.5 /9 (US) 39.5/40 EUR
0:00 Intro
0:38 Cotton Knits
4:28 Merino Wool
7:45 Wool Blend
15:20 Viscose Blend Ecovero Lenzing
16:08
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15 июл 2024

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@susantescione8007 7 месяцев назад

I am 70 years old. For almost a decade from the mid 1960s, the mohair sweater was the thing to have in junior high and high school. Mohair was everywhere. But you always wore it over a high necked blouse with long sleeves because it was so damn itchy. Every girl had one or more in a pastel color (pink and baby blue were the big colors). They were almost always cable knit and were as much an item as blue jeans were at the time. Mine was a Christmas gift. I was never so relieved when mohair went out of style and to this day, I won't wear it. I am curious. I know Sezane makes some items from alpaca wool, and wondered if it is itchy.

@froufou100 7 месяцев назад

Yes their knits are itchy yet expensive

@nadiael-shaarawi782 7 месяцев назад

I don't personally find alpaca itchy. It's one of the softer fibers for me, but I'm not too sensitive. I love the mohair looks from the 60s and was happy it's back in style but it can be so itchy! Loved hearing your memories of mohair from the 60s!

@Moonchild0517 7 месяцев назад

Well some are super itchy buu not all. I am not too sensitive, if they are not very itchy it doesn't bother me much and I anyway always wear a shirt under everything. I don't think they are expensive compared to other companies and especially if you think that they are mostly 100% some kind of wool.

@susantescione8007 7 месяцев назад

Just like people have variations in hair texture, so do sheep. Whether or not a garment itches depends upon the size of the platelets on the outer shell of the fiber. If the fiber has large platelets. it will bother most people. Cashmere has finer platelets than does mohair, which has large platelets. So mohair tends to bother people more than does cashmere. You can buy a sweater made at a specific time from a specific goat or sheep, then buy the same sweater in a different color with wool from the same type of sheep and one bothers you and the other doesn't simply because of the genetic differences in the animals. When plants that process wool buy it, it could be the exact same type of sheep, but those from a certain area have coarser fibers than others. These companies grade the raw wool when it is purchased and blend it according to customer (usually the company that spins and weaves the wool) requirements. It's just like some people have straight hair and some people have curly hair. Curley hair is coarser. Merino wool does not bother many people. But when I was in the Navy, we were required to have pea coats that were at the time made from very thick merino wool. The Navy used it because it has a high lanolin content and is more resistant to the damp and cold than other wool fibers. And some people thought those coats were horrendously itchy. So it is very kind of you to estimate the itch factor for you, but the reason you can buy the same jumper at two different times with the same content and one itches and the other doesn't is due to the genetic differences in the individual sheep.

@VirginieLalere 7 месяцев назад

Love the Othello cardigan, so light and soft !

@carolinebrown9693 4 месяца назад

I have the Elena jumper. As you say, SOOO soft, love it!

@sharina4040 6 месяцев назад

Love your recommendations! And your honest view on each knit! Needed it!

@milainnewyork 6 месяцев назад

🤗🥰

@katie_catlover 7 месяцев назад

Thank you so much! Would love to see a similar video about other brands like LilySilk, The Curated, etc.

@mguido3241 7 месяцев назад

I don’t own any Sezane knits but I did order a few of the tops and sweaters you featured from your Simple Retro video. I like them very much, very soft , comfortable and an affordable price point. I’m waiting to find a Sezane knit in the pre-loved market or in the next archives sale. Thank you for your videos!😍

@csmartinho82 7 месяцев назад

Great video as usual 😍 I have the Louise Jumper in 3 colors. They are soft, the light grey is my favourite and least scratchy. It is slightly oversized and looks awesome. The green is beautiful and I also have it. The navy from last year looses a lot of "threads". I would say it ranks with Othello but with beautiful cut. I

@paulamarie2325 7 месяцев назад

Very helpful video Mila but in my case it’s mainly an opportunity to swoon over your gorgeous collection. I could listen to you talking about knitwear all day! 😂

@heatherunicorn-sparkles1724 7 месяцев назад

The itchiest sweaters I own are my heavy duty wools ones from Filson (a jacket-like sweater) and Devold, a vintage sweater made in Norway. They are also incredibly warm, however. The Filson was a gift from my parents last year, and I wear it over other sweaters. I absolutely love it (it might be my favorite). I live in one mock neck knit from Vince without issue. My 10-year-old daughter also wears a Vince knit I handed down to her. She is incredibly picky about fabrics due to sensory sensitivities, so this bodes well for Vince cashmere blends. My knits from Reformation tend to be very soft and comfortable. As for Sezane, the Betty's and Matthew's are wonderful and warm, especially when layered. I am waiting for the black Lyna to arrive in the mail. I bought one Sezane knit with the embroidered detailing on the sleeves and, while it is a beautiful and flattering sweater, the neck is itchy.

@drahomirasarudyova3397 7 месяцев назад

Hi Mila, James Jumper is nr.1 from the softest knits, I agree! 😍 I noticed that same of the pieces in different colors are also different when it comes to "scratchiness". The most itchy one was for me Angie cardigan in blue, which I tried 2 years ago. I´ve heard that Angie is now quite soft, so I think that Sezane is improving their fabrics. I find the best wool combo (besides merino wool) their mix: super kid mohair + merino wool + polyamide

@Laura-tb7nm 7 месяцев назад

This channel is SOO underrated! Thank you for your content! And to be honest, I would expect more likes from those 7.5k subscribers!

@milainnewyork 7 месяцев назад

Aww thank you Laura! 🙃 you made my day! 🩷 Hope to get more subscribers soon, the algorithm isn’t helping much

@KiriB 7 месяцев назад

Definitely agree that the Abigael is so soft. I do always like wearing something between my skin and wool in order to not have to wash the wool too much, but I’m struggling to find something low cut enough to wear underwear it. The only solution I can think of is to buy two so if one is out of commission the other is available 🙃

@corah2540 7 месяцев назад

This is very helpful! Thank you! I have sensitive skin and even the maha didn’t work for me unfortunately. I felt every little scratchy hair 😩 I’ll try some of the cotton ones.

@wendystanley9744 7 месяцев назад

Your hair looks so pretty, Mila! Happy Thanksgiving

@milainnewyork 7 месяцев назад

Aww thank you!!! ❤️ Happy Thanksgiving Wendy!!

@sestricaanutka 7 месяцев назад

The trick with vinegar is the same what you can do with your hair: rinse with vinegar (just a teaspoon), cold water etc. It just makes the hair cuticles lay flat and feel soft and smooth.

@anjalianthony1656 7 месяцев назад

Hi Mila, great video! I adore all the Sezane knits but unfortunately I find all the alpaca & mohair sweaters too itchy against my skin. Even with a top underneath i find the edges on my neck and hands itchy. Saves me some money i guess! 😅 But the merino wool and cotton knit are great for me - I just wish they would do the Gary jumper in more colours!

@derbywinner6316 4 месяца назад

Thank you for sharing. Cotton is my choice 💯. I don’t tolerate itchy sweater’s 😳

@mansoor3159 7 месяцев назад

Mila your voice is so so so adorable and you are looking too too gorgeous I have no words for you and I wish you have a best week ahead🥺🥺🥺💓💓💓

@milainnewyork 7 месяцев назад

Thank you so much! Happy Thanksgiving to you! All the best and enjoy the weekend

@kimberlyperrotis8962 7 месяцев назад

I love Banana Republic, Quince and Lily Silk cashmere, and Bloomingdale’s Aqua cashmere line is pretty good (I like how they offer cashmere in more interesting styles and colors, like stripes), and Club Monaco, which also offered a neutral stripe and a contrast-trim style I bought. Because I live in a mild winter climate, Quince’s are the best for me, the knits are on the lighter side. But, their selection is more limited in some colors and styles. I love the collared Polo sweater, but they only have it in dark colors. So, I got the lighter colors I wanted from Banana Republic, plus they have them in Petite, which I love. The softest knits ever are 100% silk (hard to find and not warm enough for the cold season) or a silk/cashmere blend, my favorite at Lily Silk. I bought several “sets” of matching cashmere skirts and sweaters from Quince this year, they’re great basics. I love skirt sets because I get a dress look and two great separates. I also have many of their matching cashmere joggers, but again, they only have darker colors in the bottoms.

@UESGrl21 7 месяцев назад

Does Club Monaco cashmere shrink? Because Quince does for me.

@littlelulu7403 7 месяцев назад

Got my first othello on rosewood.. i hope its worth it!😊 they will be releasing cinnamon color this sunday:)

@user-qh3lf4kh6b 7 месяцев назад

Last year I ordered the Basile in light blue and it is soooo soft and cosy. This year I ordered the burgundy one and I was very suprised to feel how itchy it is. It's supposed to be exactly the same material, but I send it back because of the uncomfortable feel :-(

@angelicamserranom6434 7 месяцев назад

Sooo much green in your closet 😊

@milainnewyork 7 месяцев назад

Yes! My favorite color 💚

@TheSwwety 7 месяцев назад

Can you please review the Anneli jumper? It looks beautiful

@petragerhards648 7 месяцев назад

I love this video. I am normally not sensitive when it comes to scratchiness, however, I would stay away from a higher neckline. To me the worst is Otis. I scratched my throat bloody, no joke. The material is ok, but it is too high on the neck. Otherwise I sometimes use silk scarfs. The throat is my most sensitive part, so I avoid something too high. Tschau Petra

@krissedgwick2962 7 месяцев назад

Hi Mila, thanks for the great review again, so helpful...good to know the matthis jumper is soft, was wondering why that one is more expensive than typical...hope you have a great Thanksgiving Mila😊

@littlelulu7403 7 месяцев назад

The only jumper that made from france..

@KariTSays 7 месяцев назад

I don’t find many of theirs itchy and I am sensitive.m. Some shed a lot though and I have to clean off my pants after. I wear a tank or a shirt from intimmissi underneath and have no issues

@lunaticeyes93 7 месяцев назад

what a very helpful video❤ While I don't own as many pieces as you do (I am jealous of you!😂) I do agree on all the same items I own. For anyone looking for a warm sweater that is not scratchy at all and also is 100% merino wool I can recommend the James sweater as well. It's warm, it's soft, no scratch at all and also no polyester! I also agree with the Angelie being one of the softest ones from all the mohair blend mix.

@kcjones87 7 месяцев назад

I agree, Angelie is soo soft and nice

@milainnewyork 7 месяцев назад

Haha I live in them 😂 you probably have more of the other stuff! When you see too many knits like this, that’s probably lacking skirts/tops/dresses 🫢🙈 I’m happy to hear the video was helpful and you agree with my recommendations! I looooove James, it’s so chunky, warm and cozy. Super comfortable! Angelie is pretty soft for the composition, with all that fuzziness, I was waiting for a super scratchy knit. It surprised me though in the best way possible 🫠

@wendystanley9744 7 месяцев назад

I absolutely love the softness of the Quince Mongolian cashmere fisherman knits. Also, the Quince cashmere 'boatneck' sweater as well as the 'batwing' sweater styles are among the best purchases for knitwear that I've made in years & years. Every time they're on my body I can't believe how much I love them. The weight (perfect thinness) and cut of those Quince cashmere sweaters is perfect. I didn't want to love them because Quince is trending, but I do. I also purchased their organic cotton fisherman sweaters. Those are great too, but the organic cotton is heavy in weight in comparison. On the flip side, I find the itchiest sweaters in general are acrylic blends throughout fast fashion brands and I've reached the point where I can't stand them. I only want to wear natural fibers. I'd like to try some of the Lily Silk sweaters but haven't yet.

@milainnewyork 7 месяцев назад

Agree 1000%!! Love the softness of all the knits, so cozy!! The boat neck one is my favorite style but they’re all really flattering and super comfortable. I tried the cotton ones but didn’t like them on me, I think I can benefit from malleable/drapey fabrics better than more structured/heavy ones. So glad you love Quince too, hope they ship worldwide one day!! Oh just like you, I can’t stand acrylic and polyester blends, especially on knits. Once we try natural fabric pieces it’s hard to go back (fortunately)!! Lilysilk is amazing , you’ll love their clothes ❤️

@UESGrl21 7 месяцев назад

I like Quince but their cashmere has all shrunk on me w/hand washing & air drying. 😕

@ivonat.6760 7 месяцев назад

Very helpful video! If you would be to get either Bree or Lyna, which one would be your first choice, in general?

@jaxsy3386 4 месяца назад

OMG that Marietta Jumper!! I need it!! Have you seen any smalls for sale anywhere?! Thanks!

@moonchild650 7 месяцев назад

Thank you, Mila! Useful video as always. Regarding the Maha jumper, do you think that size S would fit someone who has similar waist-hips measurements as yours, but is a little bustier than you (94-95 cm)? Do you have some "space" or stretch in the bust area?

@Jnebuggy 6 месяцев назад

I love the Lyna cardigan but it shrunk a bit when I washed it for the first time! I managed to stretch it back out but it’s not as loose as it originally came. Any suggestions? Love your videos!

@wendystanley9744 7 месяцев назад

Lastly, for Sezane sweaters, I have almost worn my black Othello cardigan out! So soft and versatile. Total love. I also bought the new Abigael sweater that you spoke about and am so in love - beauty and total comfort. I want to wear it all the time. I'll look for more Sezane wool sweaters know that I know how fabulous the Abigael is. I actually just sold most of my cotton Sezane sweaters (Leontine, etc) because they just weren't feeling the way I wanted them to on my skin. No drape and too thick. But I love Sezane and I'm eyeing the Eleanor. I have a lot of black so I'm hoping they'll release the Eleanor in another color.

@csmartinho82 7 месяцев назад

I agree on the black othello. Super soft!

@kimberlyperrotis8962 7 месяцев назад

The fibers from Sezane fuzzy sweaters get in my eyes constantly, it’s so uncomfortable. It can take days of trying to flush them out, they’re clear/invisible. They also shed like crazy, covering every surface in the room just from a quick try-on. I take them outdoors, closing the door behind me and shake them out, but it just keeps happening. I’m going to try tumbling them in a no-heat dryer cycle, to see if that helps, the filter should catch these large fibers. But, I expect that I will not end up wearing them much, despite their beauty. My trial of them was essentially a waste of money, I expect.

@kimberlyperrotis8962 7 месяцев назад

I haven’t been able to tolerate Sezane’s knits with alpaca, mohair or synthetic fibers. I bought several, but should have returned them, they itch like crazy even with a silk tee underneath. I like the merino in the Betty cardigan and the wool/cotton blends much more. I have to stop falling in love with the pretty colors and styles of sweaters they have, or at least stop buying them!

@tatianarobinson7318 7 месяцев назад

Hi Mila, thank you so much for your review. I have discovered your channel recently and have been watching your videos - I think you provide the best reviews on Sezane knits and other clothing and shoes. I have a question and appreciate if you could give me some recommendations. I purchased Gaspard cardigan. The first one I got in the size xs- it was very big and bulky on me; I exchanged for xxs and it’s still big ; however it’s small in the arms; also it sheds. Could you please recommend a cardigan that would be more fitting and not shedding. Thank you so much!

@beautyamongashes8378 7 месяцев назад

I have the same issue with the Gaspard! Tight in the arms (my arms are really skinny too) but super oversized and boxy everywhere else.

@aymeezus 7 месяцев назад

I don’t have sensitive skin at all so Sezane knits with mohair/wool would not bother me. Somehow, the Basile cardigan does feel itchy, which is saying something since I don’t have sensitive skin to begin with.

@aidakildegaard2646 7 месяцев назад

Can I asked where your earrings are from?😍

@amyl3888 7 месяцев назад

I bought the Gaspard cardigan and it was so scratchy i had to return it. It might be a mild allergy to alpaca wool that they use. Not sure.

@mrspedrosweet 7 месяцев назад

Itchiest was alpaca. It was so horrible and the lady trying to sell it to me and saying nooo it's not! Put a shirt underneath.🤔🙄 It was a V neck and made in such a way it was impossible to wear with a shirt or anything... anyway I flew! I am too sensitive and can't stand any itchny-ness ! I am a cotton girl but do love a good Cashmere (best quality or it does scratch too....) and some real soft wool sometimes 🤷🏻‍♀️ Do you have a review for the dress you mentioned in the video?

@karena3951 7 месяцев назад

I love your videos and your taupe bag. What brand, size and color is it?

@milainnewyork 7 месяцев назад

Thank you so much! It’s Parisa Wang, Madison Medium top handle, Medium size, color is taupe xx

@jasleenjagdev535 7 месяцев назад

i am looking to purchase the Lyna Jumper. Its so pretty in black. Im wondering on how it hold up over the years, does it have a lot of pilling?

@milainnewyork 7 месяцев назад

I love Lyna, so far mine has not shown any signs of pilling! 🤍 I’ve had it for a year

@mrspedrosweet 6 месяцев назад

Would you still recomment Lucas in Size S considering the fact it looks bulky and oversize, which size do you have? thank you

@milainnewyork 6 месяцев назад

Absolutely! I love Lucas and have it in 3 colors, all of them size S! ☺️

@tomatofeind2019 7 месяцев назад

Do you mind me asking what satin/silk skirt you are wearing?

@milainnewyork 7 месяцев назад

Hi! This is a washable silk skirt from Quince :) rstyle.me/+CKge4Vw8wSeLjXfGlf1ECg

@serenetan9773 7 месяцев назад

Great video! What about Gaspard and Mia?

@milainnewyork 7 месяцев назад

Mia is one of the scratchiest knits I’ve ever tried! 🥲 Gaspard feels a bit itchy to me, I prefer to wear with a shirt underneath. It’s not the worst though and some people say it’s super comfortable! I think it depends on how sensitive you are, but Gaspard is definitely on the itchy side to me

@serenetan9773 7 месяцев назад

@@milainnewyork Thanks,Mia. I hope you had a great thanksgiving dinner! Keep up the wonderful videos!

@hijlaa 7 месяцев назад

I don't buy the mohair blend anymore. Gives me FOMO sometimes but can't be helped 🤭

@Anna-xi2hq 4 дня назад

you mention your Betty review video (dedicated just to betty cardigan) quite often but I cannot seem to find it on your channel? Could you pls share a link?

@milainnewyork 4 дня назад

@@Anna-xi2hq Hi Anna! I’m embarrassed to say that after all this time I haven’t filmed this video yet 🙈 so sorry! I’m spending the month of August in Brazil but when I’m back, the Betty video will be my top priority ❤️ or maybe I can do it before August! It’s so hot now, but I guess a lot of people could benefit from the Betty video sooner than later 😅

@Anna-xi2hq 4 дня назад

@@milainnewyork haha would love it if you did :) Thank you for the quick reply anyways!

@mea.c 7 месяцев назад

hi mila, wondering what size of Celine belt you have.. was thinking of getting one..

@milainnewyork 7 месяцев назад

Hello 🤗 I have the 2.5cm one, called Medium. I wish I had gotten the small though

@mea.c 7 месяцев назад

@@milainnewyork thank you replying mila.. why is it? is medium too big?

@milainnewyork 7 месяцев назад

@@mea.c I just prefer how thin belts look on me, I think works better with my proportions. I’m happy with the size but if I get another in the future (tan or lighter color), I’ll go with the small. I think it’s best to try on if you have a chance ❤️🤗

@mea.c 7 месяцев назад

@@milainnewyork thanks mila. im saving on it. hahaha..

@magdolnahevart8172 7 месяцев назад

What color is the Gary jumper you have on? Is it the caramel color that is available on the website now?

@milainnewyork 7 месяцев назад

Hi! Yes it’s this exact one here seza.ne/QyNyF3Zqbp I linked it in the description box, along with the others I mentioned :) this is caramel

@magdolnahevart8172 7 месяцев назад

@@milainnewyorkthank you!

@petragerhards648 7 месяцев назад

I have a question. Why do you always leave the bands from the price tag in the sweaters? I see this all the time and I ask myself, why you leave itnin? Any special reason? Tschau Petra

@cherrygookla498 7 месяцев назад

Does xXmas really fits like usual x small? Do sizes run large?

@milainnewyork 7 месяцев назад

Sorry which one did you mean?

@Dalisay1973 5 месяцев назад

What is the sizing like for the Othello cardigan? Did you downsize or just get your normal size?

@milainnewyork 5 месяцев назад

Othello is true to size, but Sezane recommends to size down if you’re in between sizes. I went a size down for mine (XS) because the S was sold out. Both work but I prefer more oversized fit, I think it depends on how you like the fit.

@Dalisay1973 5 месяцев назад

@@milainnewyork Thanks Mila. I have never bought anything from Sezane and I always worry about sizing when I am buying from a brand that is new to me.

@mahae_16 2 месяца назад

What about Leonora cardigan, is that soft? I have very sensible skin, it will be suitable for me?

@milainnewyork 2 месяца назад

It’s not bad, but if you’re very sensitive to wool I think you might feel the scratchiness. Which mohair sweaters from Sezane can you tolerate? It’s definitely not too bad and softer than my Gaspard but again, if you’re super sensitive to wool you might still feel it.

@mahae_16 2 месяца назад

@@milainnewyork None on bare skin. I only have 3 GILET MAGDA PULL COME GILET ANGIE, not for wearing directly on the skin

@milainnewyork 2 месяца назад

@@mahae_16 ohh Come and Angie are extremely itchy for me, Leonora is a LOT softer!