How to wear your quality clothes should be the next video. In the old days they used undergarment that could protect your expensiv clothes. I remember those small blouses my mother called ”blous protecter” a cotton blouse for wearing under your more expensiv blouse. Easy to wash and protected the expensiv blous from deodorant and sweat stains. Of course we couldn´t copy everything but there certainly is a lot to learn.
@saberg10823 ай бұрын
I agree - women wore shifts or chemises under their "outside clothes" for centuries to protect them from sweat etc.
@amethyst_cat95322 ай бұрын
I've put permanent underarm liners into shirts (basically just a circle of soft cotton with a 5-in diameter cut from an old undershirt, pinned so the edge of the circle just hits the inner hem of a short sleeve, attached with a prick stitch) and that seems to be working pretty well to slow the kind of fabric degradation you get from friction and deodorant buildup (though it doesn't reduce the number of times I launder it). Garments with linings tend to last longer than ones without. I try to put preemptive inner thigh patches on pants I plan to wear a lot, because that's where they tend to wear out the soonest
@rusope10503 ай бұрын
also fun fact, my parents bought me a wool coat from H&M when i was 16. i am now 37, still have and wear that coat, and it's in perfect condition. except for the lining which i need to replace actually. but you would never ever find quality like this at H&M today! it is really sad.
@Beapoem080229 күн бұрын
Yes! Same here! I bought a wool coat when I was 21 and I had it forever! Like maybe 8 years?
@tonyp3337778 ай бұрын
Excellent video. I’m a 10 year professional in world class made to measure men’s suits from the top mills in the world. Women’s clothing is light years behind in quality for most brands compared to men’s classic suiting
@TheDriftwoodlover8 ай бұрын
Always has been.
@an56837 ай бұрын
Do you think it’s possible to buy men’s suit and personal-tailor it to a feminine figure?
@Zinger99917 ай бұрын
I’ve always noticed that being around men, their materials are always better, its so hard to find anything like that but for women even at a similar price range 😢 I’ve thought for a long time about starting a descent brand for women.
@tonyp3337777 ай бұрын
@@an5683 yes and no so since I work with a made to measure product and program it can be done. But to be completely transparent it really requires a few components. if the woman in mind is physically built in a manner that is traditionally less bust and less waist to hip ratio and less prominent thigh ratio and circumference typically you can get a result that looks more flattering on that type of figure. If the woman in mind has prominent bust ratio and prominent waist to hip ratios and seat and thighs it becomes more difficult to construct garment in made to measure that have a feminine silhouette. but if the woman is ok with having a more masculine silhouette then the results will better usually better if the woman in question doesn’t have extreme ratios because the base pre made patterns can only be manipulated by so much in each jacket , pant , waist coat size .
@carrington29496 ай бұрын
Who are the markers of quality - fabric choices and construction? Is there something else you use as a determinate of quality?
@lillianbarker42928 ай бұрын
I live in a hot climate and use a lot of linen. I’ve noticed it’s hard to find heavier linen or good quality light linen. There’s a lot of poor quality linen being sold.
@Snail_Nailz4 ай бұрын
Yes!! And when u do its poorly constructed / finished
@Ingrid04103 ай бұрын
Agree!!! There is quite a difference in linen! I’ve found J Crew linen is lovely
@SlowDownInStyle3 ай бұрын
So I have a perfect solution for you. A brand a came across recently called “not perfect linen. They also sell on Etsy. It’s a family owned company. Amazing quality linen, very well constructed, lots of colours and you can customise your pieces to your figure and your preference. I’m going to talk about their pieces in my video soon☺️
@euLieneeАй бұрын
Not just poor quality linen, my friend even found linen dress with polyester lining.
@noobulon4334Ай бұрын
I haven't been able to find a decent pair of 100% linen men's pants under ~$120. It's such a good material but so difficult to find
@gloriaa36523 ай бұрын
This would be a good optional lecture, extra credit in high school. Mostly girls would attend but it would start them an a different trajectory for life and put a dent into fast fashion. I am sick of seeing people compare two vastly different quality items and say: same thing and this one is cheaper.
@solangelauthier2381Ай бұрын
Agree : quality has a price.
@guhreenskittles8 ай бұрын
Max Mara is known for high quality coats but their S Max Mara line is made in China vs in Italy. Completely agree that we shouldn’t trust brands..
@lanal93308 ай бұрын
I don't have anything from the S' line so I can't say anything about it, but i have several coats and pullovers from Weekend Max Mara, Sportmax and Max&Co and they are of really good quality.
@alexiscox5288 ай бұрын
If I’m not mistaken there is a documentary on KZfaq about how luxury brands, including Max Mara use furs and fabrics from China and then sew the finished product in Italy. It was also shown that the “Italian artisans” sewing the garments are mostly African laborers who work in dangerous conditions and many of whom have lost fingers or limbs working in these sweatshops. Even if the label says made in Italy you need to be careful, most “luxury” brands are created by people or even children that have no choice. The price of the garments are made at the lowest possible price, and then consumers pay too dollar ensuring the companies have huge profits.
@sandraankenbrand8 ай бұрын
I love Max Mara since like the 90s... their Alpaka Coat and the Cube is amazing
@rubbaband9997 ай бұрын
@@alexiscox528 i would love to watch this! Do you remember what the documentary is called?
@cgrass40357 ай бұрын
what’s left to buy then?
@kimberlyberlin49998 ай бұрын
What a thorough video on a much needed subject. I wholeheartedly agree 100% with what you say here. I have a difficult time finding blazer and coat linings that are natural fabrics. Most are polyester and acetate.
@kimberlyperrotis89628 ай бұрын
Banana Republic makes 100% wool coats and blazers with breathable (rayon) linings. That’s where I have bought mine this year.🙂
@kimberlyberlin49998 ай бұрын
@@kimberlyperrotis8962 thank you! I have a gray BR blazer I will go check the lining material.
@ellamachado30795 ай бұрын
@@kimberlyperrotis8962Thank you for the tip!
@MrsPaulaTorres5 ай бұрын
YES 🙌🏻 I found one ☝️ Zara blazer of pure linen with pure cotton lining. SilkMaison blazer of pure silk and pure silk lining. Such chase to get them!!!
@Ingrid04103 ай бұрын
I prefer a soft silky feeling lining to my blazers, no matter what the material. Recently bought an expensive Ralph Lauren blazer which has this thick cotton lining. So what if it’s a natural fiber lining, it feels thick and uncomfortable so sometimes “natural fibers” don’t feel as nice. Feel, drape, touch, thats most important! Also pure wool coats are itchy! But soft cashmere a dream, I have 2 cashmere coats which I adore.
@dianecyment17158 ай бұрын
This was a very detailed and informative video on buying quality clothes. I now read labels on clothes to determine the fabric content. So many retailers use acrylic, nylon and polyester. I notice that many high-end designers charge a lot of money for blazers ($600) that are made with a high-content of polyester. Thank you for your time.
@SlowDownInStyle8 ай бұрын
Hi Diane! Thank you so much for your insights. I absolutely agree with you about the high end/designer clothes that sometimes have more than questionable composition. I honestly don’t understand how people blindly buy things like that and don’t ask questions only, because it’s X or Z brand🤨
@silviamantovan80158 ай бұрын
Hi, I really loved this Video and again lerned a lot. Your style is outstanding ❤. I really loved your belt. I find it so difficult to find a nice belt, would you mind to share where it is from?
@latinaalma19475 ай бұрын
Now THAT is a real rip off
@Si04124 ай бұрын
I also sweat in these kind of blazers. And then you cannot wash them.
@shellbell80628 ай бұрын
I am with you on the linen bedding- with a linen flat sheet for the most luxurious night’s sleep ever! Once you do natural fibres you never go back. It’s false economy to buy cheap clothes that fall apart and leave you feeling stinky at the end of the day.
@KristinaHoneyHavenFarm3 ай бұрын
I don't think I have ever slept on linen, but I can tell you that 100% bamboo sheets are heavenly. My husband always gets very hot, but says the bamboo sheets help keep him cooler. My mom always used flannel sheets in the winter until she tried bamboo, and now she uses the bamboo which helps keep her warmer. It's nice to have a fabric that evens out the temperature extremes.
@solangelauthier2381Ай бұрын
Agree. But how come we are so few to know it ? What did their mothers teach those who do not know that quality has a price etc etc ?
@JollyHippАй бұрын
Can we appreciate that she didn't distill these topics across multiple short videos but presented them all in one place🎉
@christinecoates24998 ай бұрын
This was one of the best videos I've seen this year. I'm with you 100%. Only quality. I nearly always buy vintage. Last week I got a wonderful nearly-new Max Mara grey wool, cashmere & silk coat for €40.
@vivienkoles18808 ай бұрын
Thank you for the detailed video. It's so bad that brands don't upload pictures about the inside of the garments. I check always the material of the garment, because my mom worked in the 80's in textile industry, I'm from Hungary and before the fall of the wall my country produced a lot of wool fabric for the Soviet market. They were not fashion fabrics, but heavy-duty ones. My mom told me that she worked as a tester too, and the well made wool fabrics were water-proof. The designer clothes are getting annoying. I was outraged when I saw a polyesther mesh fabric for hundreds of dollars just because it is desingner. The most annoying thing they do is putting a plastic fiber lining inside of a silk garment. If the silk doesn't touch your skin, what is the point?
@svetlanacummins1373 ай бұрын
I just bought an expensive cotton-linen skirt then realized it had polyester lining after I cut the tags off
@euLieneeАй бұрын
@@svetlanacummins137 Sadly this is getting more common.
@thesolocreative3538Ай бұрын
Perfect. I'm finding it increasingly harder to get good quality clothing and my skin reacts to polyester negatively.
@SlowDownInStyleАй бұрын
absolutely agree with you. Even the high end shops, not to mention luxury start cutting corners and we I feel like I can’t trust their products from season to season
@lucyjones56538 ай бұрын
The video I’ve been waiting for!! I’m so fed up of influencers singing the praises of the quality of an item, yet when you ask them what they mean by that, WHY do they consider it high quality, they’re usually stumped. And no one other than me (and you!) seems to care! It really annoys me. So, THANK YOU for demonstrating what better quality really means. xx
@BelgianBisous3 ай бұрын
Yes the online worls has way too few of them! But there are more, andrea cheong for one really takes the time to walk her viewers through which aspects of clothes (% of fabrics, stitching, hels) to pay attention to and she rehularly does deep dives of (fast) fashion brands and why they are not durable and what to watch out for. It's a slow growing online world but i have faith in it. (Though i also fear the rise of the "nontoxic organic hormonefree wishywashy antiscience fearmongering style influencers, they rise quicker than informed influencers/youtubers like this one)
@kenim81344 ай бұрын
Ive been shopping for material for a few years now. It made my shopping experience much easier -> whenever I see something interesting, look for the lable, see polyester, immediately pass. Now I don't even need to walk into 80% of the stores in a mall, no decision fatigues 😂😢 I usually just buy the first piece that meets the material and my fit test. No more "I need to compare this item with a million other options" struggles.
@LiMaking4 ай бұрын
I've started doing that as much as I can (I really need more clothes at the moment). It's surprising how many clothes from expencive brands that just doesn't fit my new standard.
@kenim81344 ай бұрын
@@LiMaking Alas, I can rarely find anything less than $100 worth buying these days (other than t-shirts). Expensive brands mean nothing in the context of high quality these days. What's funnier is that when you try to go even higher with the budget in hope of finding some durable wears, you see some ridiculous delicate pieces that says 100% cotton, but, DO NOT WASH... yes, not even dry clean is allowed, DO NOT WASH PERIOD. SMH
@derbywinner63167 ай бұрын
Sustainability clothing is the way to dress. You’re one of the KZfaqrs influencers who’s not promoting cheap and low quality clothing. 👍
@Ingrid04103 ай бұрын
Or advertising Lily Silk, Skill Share,?etc
@kimberlyperrotis89628 ай бұрын
Natural fibers only! I developed skin allergies to synthetics (plastics), this happens from repeated exposure. I can also tolerate the manmade cellulosic fibers well (lyocell, rayon). Silk is my favorite fabric, and I gradually built up a wardrobe of silk items over the years, so I have plenty of daily choices. Wool is underrated, it not only is warm, but very resilient, looks beautiful and doesn’t wrinkle, or the creases hang out overnight. I recently got a pair of polyester pants from H&M, but there’s just no way to get the creases out, I’ve tried everything from washing, wet ironing, steaming, soaking in warm water, stretch ironing, etc. what a waste of money, I just had a weak moment because they fit me so perfectly (I was going to wear them over silk Long Johns to protect my skin).
@brendaroberts8815 ай бұрын
I have just found your channel and I'm loving it. At my age 70 in a few months I'm looking for quality that will last and no longer high fashion that lasts 2 minutes.
@LikeTheVik6 ай бұрын
this is by far the best most essential video about clothing on KZfaq, everybody needs to watch this
@kimberlytucker35178 ай бұрын
This was an excellent video! I really enjoyed the level of detail in your discussion. Learning more about how to determine the quality of garments and understanding the benefits of natural materials has become really important to me the last 2 years or so. And I agree, this knowledge really does give us power as consumers. More videos on this topic would be appreciated 😊
@debbiemalina8 ай бұрын
Loved this video ! Very informative! I’m a BIG THRIFTER SECOND HAND shopper and have found very nice good quality items at a good price ! This video helps me look for even better higher quality materials !
@SlowDownInStyle8 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for your comment. Thrifting is so much fun and really satisfying when you find a great quality piece for a good price☺️
@zilbara.32218 ай бұрын
This is a great video! Thank you for reminding us that we deserve to wear quality clothes!
@joanasolera88098 ай бұрын
Thank you for the tips. I've discovered Uniqlo recently and I'm very happy with the pieces I bought. I also purchased a secondhand leather jacket and its lasting years compared to synteric leather
@lu_re71988 ай бұрын
Truly appreciate this video. And I may be one of the few who enjoy learning about good garment construction. Thank you!
@kimberlyperrotis89628 ай бұрын
After the initial try-on, I take new clothes into my best natural light and inspect them carefully before cutting the tags off. I’ve found food, beverage and makeup stains from previous buyers who wore the item, then returned it; twisting; misaligned buttons and pleats, and many other defects. I also check every seam, as you suggest, by pulling on it. It’s a nuisance, but I’d rather find out before I remove the tags and steam or iron an item, possibly setting a stain. Most main brands don’t inspect returns before they resell them, sadly. I’ve also seen many labels with the strings taped back together, or pinned on - they were obviously removed for wear. I recently bought a blazer from Macy’s, which used to be a good brand. Not only is it 100% plastic, inside and out, even the care/content labels are a clear plastic, too! How cheap can they get!
@Chahlie8 ай бұрын
I'd be grateful just to find some decent quality fabrics to sew with!
@4gma594 ай бұрын
ME TOO!!! Ugh!
@EchoPale3 ай бұрын
Me too. A lot of online shops look very sketchy
@lillianbarker42923 ай бұрын
Me too. I’ve found beautiful fabric on line but it’s not the same as being able to touch fabric in person.
@4gma593 ай бұрын
@@lillianbarker4292 I just don't trust the online stores. I could very well be wrong about them, but I need to touch and feel, and stretch, and scrunch it up before buying.
@nicoles_handle4 ай бұрын
i try to avoid wool because of my eczema so learning about other options is really helpful!!
@michalinaokrent66723 ай бұрын
I believe merino wool is mostly safe for people with skin problems
@dianasanzana18388 ай бұрын
Dear Mariola, I love all your videos and watch them many times because you provide such great info, but this video was extra good. Thank you for the detailed information. Very nice job!! 🌷🌷🌷
@sslexus4308 ай бұрын
You hit all of the elements that I also try to go for when I make a purchase. I very much prefer natural materials, and they are now harder to find. Even nicer items are lined with polyester which is not my preferred. My very favorite is cashmere, though I buy more merino wool because I can better find it and afford it. The price has really gone up compared to what I use to pay. For summer, linen and some cottons and woven silks and blends are my favorites. Hubby and I have been shopping secondhand stores this last year. We find some good quality items for a much cheaper price. Of course we have to compete with all the online resellers, who seem to buy it all up.
@cbd88465 ай бұрын
This lady is down to earth practical, smart and effortlessly chic. The real walk the talk thing.
@alexandrabystrova8128 ай бұрын
Dear Mariola, thank you so much for sharing these brands that offer so high-quality pieces for reasonable prices. I could never find them myself!
@soupafleye8 ай бұрын
i just bought a wool sweater tonight at savers for like 10 bucks ( :/ ) yes it’s cheap but it used to be cheaper 😢 but YES i wish ppl had higher standards and followed through with their behavior. it’s insane how some of these companies have just completely gone downhill quality wise. they have no shame
@kimberlyperrotis89628 ай бұрын
I began buying my wardrobe as a young adult in the 80s and it amazes me how the quality of clothing and accessories has decreased since then. Synthetic fibers were rare, natural fibers dominated and the construction was so much better. I have to buy Premium High Street, or better, now to keep up a decent quality. I don’t buy for a month or year, I buy to wear things forever, so I want the best.
@cjay2338 ай бұрын
Sadly, I think those days are gone. Saville Row, Austin Reed etc. Eddie Bauer, Lands End, is different. Substantial material. Seams hitting on the shoulders. Stripes matched. Ralph Lauren used to line his women's wool pants. No longer. Had I known it was going to get like this, I might have taken more incentive to keep my weight down and kept my clothes. They were certainly were made better. I always liked the classics anyway. They would have been in style right today. Ho hum.....
@wannabe418 ай бұрын
I’ve heard similar clothes shopping experiences to yours. I also started buying professional workwear when I started working in the insurance industry in the 80’s. Back then you could find very good quality garments for a decent price. I always choose classic pieces which I can still wear today and I almost want to cry when I look at how well they were made. The finishing of the buttonholes, the hems, etc. I couldn’t afford the same quality today. I’ve bought very little from modern brands because I’m offended by the poor quality.
@michalinaokrent66723 ай бұрын
@@wannabe41 I'm offended and disgusted by poor quality
@sylly6545 ай бұрын
This is such a much needed video, thank you! For years I avoided too many natural fiber pieces because many were not machine washable, and I knew I need to wash my sweaters after each wear; not because of dirt or stains, but because of odor. But when I finally started buying more cashmere sweaters, I realized I was not particularly stinky (I shower and use deodorant like most people ☺️), but the synthetic fibers in the sweaters I wore would trap odors, necessitating washing after each use. Now I lightly steam my cashmere and wool/silk/linen/cotton pieces, and find that odors are not a problem AT ALL. I no longer have to wash my tops or sweaters after one use. Many pieces can be washed on the ultra delicate cycle of my washing machine, and then air dried. I also have a couple of specialty fabric refresher sprays for in between washes. Now I rarely ever buy or wear synthetic fabrics. High quality natural fibers are the way to go! Allowing your body to breathe is priceless!
@alinamiller51525 ай бұрын
I think that the way cashmere looks has to do with care too. I have a bunch of "cheap" cashmere sweaters that have very minimal pilling. But I offer extra care when washing and caring for them.
@marycosgrove15878 ай бұрын
Omg! One of the best videos I've ever watched. It was filled with so much important information that we, as consumers should know when we're purchasing our clothing. Ty so much! It's so obvious that you put a lot of time and work into this video. Happy holidays!
@lafarrell31928 ай бұрын
I appreciate your covering cotton and how hard it is to find good quality cotton. I am allergic to wool, and therefore cashmere as well :( , so my options are already limited.
@guhreenskittles8 ай бұрын
Me too!
@ruthrehak49958 ай бұрын
Sadly, I too am allergic to wool, even a sweater that has only 5% wool makes me itch.
@kathygann76328 ай бұрын
I used to be, but Smartwool and merino wool doesn’t bother me. I was shocked.
@Suzanne29098 ай бұрын
Me too……its so annoying, I bought a merino wool jumper the other day and thought I will be taking it back, no itching at all! , I distance myself from anything wool. Some coats makes me itchy by just touching it, the wool ones of course🤮
@SlowDownInStyle8 ай бұрын
Wooow!! I didnt know it was such a common issue! maybe we should look into it and make a video about what to wear if you’re allergic to wool. Waiting for some suggestions 🥰
@Jorghee31614 күн бұрын
I learned so much from your video about clothing materials - something I never really cared.
@SlowDownInStyle11 күн бұрын
That’s great!!! I’m so glad to hear that☺️🙏
@fiddlersthree84638 ай бұрын
Sadly, it is very difficult to find quality garments in petite sizes. It is as if clothing manufacturers don't believe petite women count. Very few of the top quality brands offer their clothes in petite sizes, so we either have them custom made or try to alter regular sizes which never works. Are you listening, Lily Silk?
@dbach2268 ай бұрын
Land's End carries petite sizes, as does J. Crew(which is the only maker to put interior pockets in their Women's blazers).
@em57637 ай бұрын
I also recommend Lands End. I haven't purchased from them yet but I find it hard to buy good coats as most of them overwhelm me (I am 5'4 so not exactly petite but petite clothes suit my short torso) and just discovered that all of Lands End's coats come in petite sizes. Reiss (their wool coats are great) and Ralph Lauren also do petite and Gap and Bannana Republic. I know the two last ones are fast fashion but the quality is quite good. J Crew is also good and they do international delivery.
@leighalexandra78997 ай бұрын
Unfortunately, my beloved J. Crew has declined in quality. The lady jacket I purchased is 55% cotton and 45% synthetic polyamide. At first, it was soft and stretchy; now, it is scratchy. Looks cheap after one season. From now on, I shop by reading labels.@@dbach226
@latinaalma19475 ай бұрын
5'4" also...yes to everything you said!!!
@michalinaokrent66723 ай бұрын
It's interesting that you've had this experience (and I totally understand you're disappointed), I'm petite as well, about 155 cm tall or 5'1, and I thrift a lot of clothes. My experience is that whenever I find a good quality item that is the right fit for my figure, it's practically always a top brand, let's say, Jigsaw
@kimberlyperrotis89628 ай бұрын
Also, zippers on jeans/trousers, well every garment, really, should be full-length. Many brands are saving a few pennies by using very short ones. These not only make a garment hard to get on and off, it makes a strange bump in the crotch area and just looks weird. YKK are the best zippers, for sure. I was shocked that the new hoodie I got from Lily Silk has such a low-quality zipper, I couldn’t even try it on because the zipper was already stuck. The replacement came with the label off, I had to restitch it. They also sent me a silk shirt where the button loop wouldn’t go over the button, it sewn way too short, and the details around the cuffs had obvious tailor’s marks on them, which didn’t wash out. I use only the tailor’s pens that evaporate without leaving a permanent mark. I hope their quality isn’t decreasing overall, I rely on this brand a lot.
@HunterLvyiXIII8 ай бұрын
I have their bedding (it's wonderful) and was just looking into getting a couple blouses from them yesterday, I hope you're right
@natashadavies95696 ай бұрын
Splendid video. Shall retain for a rewatch, the depth of knowledge is intense. These days i exclusively buy 100% narural unless its for stretch/gymwear. I manage the expense by buying second hand. In my twenties when i had super cheap chiffon shirts i used to change the nasty buttons for mother of pearl.
@celinepa82467 ай бұрын
Some of the dresses in the current Armani collection are 100% polyester or polymide mixes, some at EUR 6.000 and higher. I couldn`t believe my eyes. Disapointing.
@joanne_niagara8 ай бұрын
Wow, one of the best fashion videos I've seen. Thank you for such thorough information. This is incredibly helpful!!
@TheDriftwoodlover8 ай бұрын
In total agreement on alignment of patterns. I am appalled when I see high priced brands with poorly aligned plaids especially. It makes me angry. If I were the retailer, I would return them as unsalable.
@bette-annlaberge48888 ай бұрын
Your videos are always so interesting, informative and packed with information. I love watching them! Thank you ❤
@SlowDownInStyle8 ай бұрын
Hello Dear!! Thank you for your support and kind words☺️ I’m really glad you enjoyed it💕
@flower-ss2jt8 ай бұрын
Thank you for such an informative video. I am a careful shopper and look at the seams, buttons, lining before I buy, but never knew you could have 15-20% of polyester mixed into wool with no ill effects. Not sure I trust that as the only pilling I have is with 'mixed fabrics'. I mainly shop second hand as the quality of the fabric is far better than new clothes. Really surprised you recommend M&S as the feel of most of the fabrics sets my teeth on edge!
@michalinaokrent66723 ай бұрын
I have a cpl of pure cashmere sweaters from M&S (I thrifted them maybe 10 years ago, so not sure when they were made) and the cashmere is decent or better
@flower-ss2jt3 ай бұрын
@@michalinaokrent6672 I have a 25 year old cashmere polo sweater from the Edinburgh Woolen Mill which is really good cashmere. So thrifting old cashmere is the way to go!
@user-vf3od2eq9e7 ай бұрын
I am so happy you've made this video! I've been waiting for something like this to come out for some time and puzzled that nobody really talks about this on youtube or elsewhere, especially considering how appauling the quality of clothes is these days. Thank you again!
@annalau25963 ай бұрын
There are several channels talking about it
@janechapman76193 ай бұрын
I found a beautiful designer look trenchcoat coat, that was only 20% wool and super thin. I didn't expect it to be a warm coat but was so surprised when I tried it on a cold day - it was amazingly warm but super light which was quite nice as usually woollen coats can be quite heavy to wear and carry if too long so would well recommend considering mixed fibres depending on what you are looking to wear the item for.
@user-xo2lq9gb8k5 ай бұрын
9:04 Dear Mariola, thank you so much for this video! This is information I did not find elsewhere. ❤
@mainlittlerock54227 ай бұрын
I loved your video. You're very knowledgeable & thank you for speaking clearly & not too fast. I'd love to discuss seams with you; they're important to me, too. I'm appalled by overlocked / surged seams; they're just cheap, messy & ugly. BTW, your reversible trench coat with the plaid lining & beautiful piped or bias-bound finish was stunning on you, reversed or inside out, IMO. Thanks for modeling it; I'd be proud, too. Well made clothing does make a difference in the way I feel about myself. Lovely video; I appreciate your passion & authenticity.
@lordinavlogsАй бұрын
Thankyou so much for this video, I loved how you addressed how a 'higher price does not always mean better quality'. I loved shopping H&M you'd consider it decent quality clothing for their pricing but it can be a hit and miss at times. They've recently been doing a summer sale and alot of linen clothing was displayd. My Gosh they were all mostly thin and that really annoyed me lol.
@CAM-nn4bx8 ай бұрын
Thank you for the educational video, I’ve been checking labels for fabric composition for the last couple of years now but still learning, I’ll certainly be subscribing 😊 to learn more !!
@rusope10503 ай бұрын
i wish more people would shop their clothes like this !!!
@laurenbrown4128 ай бұрын
Thank you for taking the time to put together such a thorough and educational video about how to spot garment quality. I feel so much better prepared for my future shopping trips.
@aporist8 ай бұрын
The best way to have a good quality coat is to find you a good tailor to sew the desired material. Even the best labels don't use the best materials.
@StoophStoph8 ай бұрын
This was very informative, I love the idea of having sustainable clothing that will last a long while because I think you get the most bang for your buck that way.
@suzannestarkey49527 ай бұрын
An excellent primer on asessing clothes. The construction portion was especially helpful.
@SlowDownInStyle7 ай бұрын
thank you so much Suzanne. I’m really glad you enjoyed it😊🫶
@janic548 ай бұрын
I look everywhere for good quality clothes! but I try not to order online as you cannot judge the quality of the garment (except if I have tried it in a store and they did not have my size!) All these returns are not good for the planet!
@luisjiron81547 күн бұрын
I appreciate this video so much. I’ve learned a lot here. Thank you. 🍻
@hsiennie_2 ай бұрын
Loved this video! Super informative. I've been trying to shape my closet to include more quality pieces that will last a lifetime. These tips will definitely come in handy on my future purchases.
@celinelanglois51858 ай бұрын
Amazing video, very useful ! Thank you 😊
@SlowDownInStyle8 ай бұрын
Thank you for your comment! I’m glad it was helpful😊💕
@Mira-xg9ux7 күн бұрын
Extremely informative, thank you!
@AndreeaDimaFotograf8 ай бұрын
This is the most useful video I've ever seen! I loooove your content sooo much! Thanks a lot for the info! 🤗
@SlowDownInStyle8 ай бұрын
I’m so happy you liked the video. Thank you so much for watching and for your kind words🥰
@singha67 ай бұрын
great video! Could you please do one on good quality accessories and one for petite women. Petite women might have to shop at the kids section but the stuff there isn’t made properly or to last. Thanks
@user-cj4ry4is3h4 ай бұрын
I don't like the feel of cheap material on my skin or when the fabric doesn't line up exactly at the seam... So I'm picky I may not have alot but what I have is quality! I Love , Love, Love linen!
@arciev.7438 ай бұрын
What a great video, I learned a lot and will definitely be more aware of my future purchases! Thank you
@harrisp4228 ай бұрын
I'm learning so much from you - that was an excellent video
@raniad19737 ай бұрын
Extremely useful, that is the exhaustive video I have been looking for. Thank you so much, especially for illustrating your statements with visual and concrete examples. keep the High Quality work please...
@SigMaQuint7 ай бұрын
Thank you for all these details. I loved the recommendation on zippers. Also I learned something I never knew before, that about extra cloth in the linen, just for the sake of movement.
@SlowDownInStyle7 ай бұрын
thank you so much. I’m really happy you found something interesting in my video🥰🫶 absolutely, linen needs some movement, but in general look for generous amount of fabric, which is a sign of quality👍
@joshuagraham9672 ай бұрын
Incredibly informative video. Thank you for producing it!
@prizz82737 ай бұрын
Everyone loves those grey-checked Lily Silk wool pants, but I ordered them and they were completely unlined! The wool was so itchy on my legs I had to return them. No one is talking about this though, and I don't understand why :/ I agree with everything else you said though!
@katjushah94248 ай бұрын
Amazing video. Thank you so much. It is so concise and full of quality information 🙂
@SlowDownInStyle8 ай бұрын
Oh that’s great to read!! I was worried it would be too much information in one video🥰 thank you🙏
@sourturtle5145 ай бұрын
I love this vid. Very few fashion oriented KZfaqrs focus on fabric and quality unless they are the historic wear type.
@TarrelScotАй бұрын
A very useful video, just as relevant to men's clothing as women's. Thank you for the introduction to Lilysilk. I'll certainly be looking at a silk shirt for summer evenings. Regarding fabric blends, what do you think about linen and cotton? I have a jacket and a pair of trousers, both in a linen/cotton blend and I find you get the benefits of linen (airy, breathable, lightweight, nice textures) but at a lower price and with less creasing.
@SlowDownInStyle20 күн бұрын
thank you so much for your comment. Absolutely! they have some great pieces in a really good quality. But also vintage shops are full of silk shirts (mostly mens) that are great for summer! Regarding the linen cotton blend - I love it, I think it’s actually better than linen-viscose mix that lots of fast fashion shops prefer. I have a few pieces in that mix in my wardrobe, like my off white jeans from COS 😊
@InfiniteMindset998 ай бұрын
Lovely, yes the inside needs to look as good as the outside. I sewed my only project as a silk camp shirt in junior high school. Love natural materials and despise triacetate that many stores tried to push as suits in the 90’s forward. Fabric & Fit are essential. 😊
@committedtoservice4 ай бұрын
Absolutely brilliant ❤ Thank you for this detailed, thorough video! I’ve never come across a KZfaq with such complete content. Love how you’ve gotten into the details. Would love to see more of your content around various women’s clothing (summer wear, gloves, evening wear, etc.). Thank you for this!!
@VickieEB7 ай бұрын
Thanks for the very informative video. I have to watch it again. Please keep recommending good quality brands. Thanks ❤
@suzanschneider61638 ай бұрын
Wonderful video with great information.
@wildflowerwind69418 ай бұрын
Clothes are made so cheap now. Even expensive clothes are not quality clothes.
@SlowDownInStyle8 ай бұрын
Of course there are exceptions, but usually you have to pay a lot to get a very high quality garment and I find more niche brands make much better quality clothes instead the hype, trendy brands🤨
@pinkroses1352 ай бұрын
As far as cheaper tshirts st johns bay 100% cotton tees from around 2010 were so soft and thick. Talbots second hand is another one. Specific styles like the pima ones. Not all of their stuff is great. Fashion bug had some really good ones in 2004 but yeah such a solid basic seems so elusive now.
@dawnpotts59418 ай бұрын
This was a fantastic video! Thank you ❤
@avrilwynnedavies3 ай бұрын
Thanks for this - my bugbear is cheap cashmere which I have found pills ans bobbles really quickly and needs constant shaving. Now, however, the moths have visited so often - they don’t seem to mind cheap - that I am finished with cashmere. Used to be that you could check wool, in the UK at least, and I never bought any unless the label said Pure New Wool - I think it was a woolmark organisation label - but there are VERY few woollen garments using these descriptions which usually means that the wool is recycled, which used to be known as ‘shoddy’ and quite often IS!
@SlowDownInStyle3 ай бұрын
Haha! I had same issue with moths - they were very keen on my lovely Jigsaw cashmere, but the cheap one I got once from La Redoute was untouched😜 I believe the Woolmark is still a thing, but usually used in men’s garment as it’s more expensive and men seem to care more about high quality clothes. I usually see it on vintage pieces☺️
@pelin3925Ай бұрын
this was extremely helpful. thank you.
@SlowDownInStyleАй бұрын
thank you so much! im so happy you’ve watched and enjoyed it🙏🏻
@kimmiemshannon80928 ай бұрын
Just found your channel! 10+ all the way around. Thank you & a blessed Christmas to you & your family 🌲 ❤
@BettyJ1556 ай бұрын
I'd never heard of Pima cotton before this video. I misheard you in the video - thinking you said 'payma' cotton - so I looked it up and found the description. Thanks.
@mysteriousu55285 ай бұрын
If you live in US, check supima cotton which is the finest cotton representing 1% of all the cotton produced in the world. Brooke Brothers is the only US apparel brand in business since 1818. I got recently a work wear full sleeve pima cotton in baby pink from them. It is so so so soft...
@SlowDownInStyle5 ай бұрын
absolutely agree about Supima cotton. It almost feels like silk blend. I tend to see some Brooks Brothers pieces (also made from supima) in our charity shops.
@SlowDownInStyle5 ай бұрын
yesss, if you’re looking for a quality cotton for years Pima is number one. It may not be organic, but it will last you for a very long time xxx😘
@user-oj9ss3im9y8 ай бұрын
this video was much needed, thank you!!
@nannetteaustin25423 ай бұрын
I loved this informative video, thank you. I didn’t want to look away or for it to end.
@anna.augustinovaАй бұрын
Very helpful video, thank you!
@SlowDownInStyle29 күн бұрын
Thank YOU so much for watching🥰
@userX_0019 күн бұрын
The only clothes I buy that are mixed w/ synthetics are my work clothes. Unfortunately I walk around a lot so wool pants would pill so much faster. Learned this the hard way but all my other clothes are natural fiber and I couldn't be more happy.
@CynthiaArmstrong78 ай бұрын
What an incredible video. It really opened my eyes. I am subscribing. Thank you.
@SimpleAbundantLife8 ай бұрын
I love your channel!! I have been a long time subscriber since the beginning. You are so thoughtful about your content and I greatly look forward to watching each of your videos. Thank you for all of the effort and work you put into your channel! This is one of your best videos yet. I have already watched it 3 times…. I want to remember all of your tips and knowledge. 😂 ❤ 🥰
@sonyasever76254 ай бұрын
thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience, dear sister 💖💖
@SlowDownInStyle4 ай бұрын
you’re very welcome and thank YOU for taking your time to leave a comment🥰
@americafirst91448 ай бұрын
My cashmere sweater from Neiman Marcus pilled after the first time wearing.
@SlowDownInStyle8 ай бұрын
Hello😊 I’m not familiar with the brand, but just checked the website and judging by the price, details and general look I would expect a high quality cashmere. Remember that new cashmere is not “stable” yet so it might be a little temperamental. Maybe wash it first and then see. Their website suggest dry clean 🤔 interesting.
@americafirst91448 ай бұрын
@@SlowDownInStyle Thanks.
@aaariellaaa4 ай бұрын
This video was very useful and informative, thank you!
@JorgeFernandez-wl6hi4 ай бұрын
Thank you for the tips and information!
@avrilwynnedavies3 ай бұрын
Run away (at 10:52). Excellent advice!
@Deb-ator8 ай бұрын
Please post weekly. Your videos are brilliant
@mhopi97448 ай бұрын
This is very interesting n very educational to me. Noted. Ty so much ❤❤
@g0d5m15t4k32 ай бұрын
I agree so much about using Second Hand or Thrift. I have a difficult height, proportion, and size to fit. But high quality clothing can be found very affordably this way.
@CryptoProphet5 ай бұрын
This is a great video. I used to walk through designer shops just to look at how the clothes were made.