10 Best Clothing Investments For Beginners On A Budget I How To Save Money

[@ms.frederique]

Thank you for watching, don't forget to like and subscribe it does help me so much! love xxx

[@akimu007]

I enjoy your videos.

[@TermiteVideo]

I’m a junior Burberry owner. Twenty years and still looking great

[@Kerbeygrip]

Ha, my trench coat is now 55 years old. I paid £110 for a Burberry! What an investment AND it looks as good as new!

[@cindyhumphrey3065]

What size? I’ll buy it from you. 😂

[@wabi_sabi52]

Talk about maximizing cost-per-wear! Maintaining your wardrobe has paid off, well done and enjoy wearing what is now a well-kept vintage piece!

[@keithgriffiths9864]

I wish I had invested in one over 40yrs ago, instead of a fur coat. We didn't know better in those days😢

[@Kerbeygrip]

@cindyhumphrey3065 size 10. I was then and still am! Not for sale!

[@mrskaa7584]

I have a black wool trench that my mom actually bought for me 25 years ago, and I love it still. My mom is gone, and I'm nearly 50, I'm so glad to have it, for many reasons. ❤

[@flower-ss2jt]

My best buy was a wool/cashmere double breasted coat in dark brown. Hugely expensive. 33 years after I bought it I am still wearing it and still getting asked 'where did you get your coat?' Instead of looking at the cost and thinking 'Too expensive' think 'How much wear will I get out of this garment?'

[@ms.frederique]

love that

[@vero2078]

That is such a good point: 'Instead of looking at the cost and thinking 'Too expensive' think 'How much wear will I get out of this garment?''

[@flower-ss2jt]

@@vero2078 It changed how I shop. Other things I do before I buy are 1) feel the quality of the material, if the material is poor quality I just pass by, 2) colour - if the material is great but the colour does not suit me- I pass by, 3) if the style does not suit my body shape - I pass by, 4) price - if I can afford the garment I will try it on, if I cannot afford it I pass by. By doing this I am 100% guaranteed to end up buying only clothes I like - it works!

[@tinaspice]

Recently lost a lot of weight so I have been slowly trying to build a new wardrobe. Very happy for the inspiration from your video.

[@ms.frederique]

thank you so much and good on you!

[@sabrenazonneveld7431]

Thrift until you get to the weight you want to stay at. You can find some good quality if you are willing to put the time in.

[@tinaspice]

@@sabrenazonneveld7431started doing this and I found some amazing pieces from banana republic and whbm that I love. I have a new obsession to thrift 😅.

[@claudettemcleod6316]

@@ms.frederiqueI definitely agree with you I love wearing my blazer opens.

[@yolandaatkins3317]

1. Trench coat black //navy/camel, 2. Cashmere sweaters v/crew, 3.leather belt, 4. Black blazer, 5.Talored paints, 6. Silk skirt, 7. Wool coat, 8. White button down shirt, 8. Black lil dress, 9. Crossbody bag, 10. High heels,

[@plainoolong]

Right now I have one red dress and one black dress. The red dress is a little more formal, I was thinking more wedding guest/formal event attire, and the black dress is more date night/clubbing style. I'm in my 20's so I figured these are the most common events I'll need a dress for. Next I am planning to buy a summer black dress, maybe loose linen, and a more professional black dress, for interviews or funerals. I have been working on my wardrobe for a few years, it's not easy! I am trying to find the perfect items before I buy. But it is really fulfilling.

[@newmettlefarms]

I love your tips. Thank you for sharing so much. I have one tip to add. When we were getting our sons fitted for suits, our tailor told us that he does any tailored job, even for women's wear. He recommended that we purchase a suit off the rack and bring it in for final fittings. It only costs between $20-50 for the specialized work, depending on how much needed to be done. I did this with a vintage Dior for my 6'4" son, and it was fitted beautifully. We did this with a fantastic suit for my 6 ft. daughter, with the same results. Having a tailor custom fit you in a beautifully made garment is so much easier than looking for the 'perfect' one, especially if your body changes over time. You can extend the use of your garment for years more. Happy shopping!

[@curvesholladay1207]

I come from a long one of very fashionable women. I get comments in my wardrobe and style all the time. Thanks for the review of the classics. 10/10!

[@ms.frederique]

fabulous thank you

[@jenn8179]

I FINALLY have a black dress! It's sleeveless...and I live in a cold climate. I love to wear a sweater over it! Tres chic!

[@PatsyConnaughton]

I bet you look great in it! 😊

[@TermiteVideo]

I also have one and in spring I wear a gauze long sleeved T shirt under, it is a good look.

[@MsActor2009]

Madam Frédérique, you’re going to love this! Last night, I went to see a jeans 👖 doctor 👨‍⚕️! (Denim repair expert) I took in 6 pairs of jeans to be fixed. This is different than going to see a tailor. I find it difficult to get the perfect pair of jeans, so I am thrilled I can get them restored. Every woman needs a perfect pair of dark, denim jeans. I think you could make a video about this!

[@ms.frederique]

i already did :)

[@MsActor2009]

Haven’t seen it Can you link the video?

[@angelirohival6270]

I love your style, Frederique! I love that you’re making these kind of videos again because they help me so much! Thank you! ( And you are so beautiful!)

[@gillmolony6781]

Before I got married, I bought a black leather belt. That was over 42 years ago and it's still in perfect condition. Great video, thank you.

[@michelekurlan2580]

LUV the vertical striped blouse.

[@tennilledebysingh5819]

Frederique I love that you are providing fashion advice again!It's so fun! You & a few others have brought out my style. I was not good at properly styling myself, You & a few others have helped me figure this out and I now feel good in my clothes. I have 5 black dresses ! My go to is a knee length, long sleeve satin crew neck. Simple & elegant. This summer I bought a gorgeous sleeveless full skirted one that can be worn nice/casual or very dressed up...I am excited about that one!

[@rozannakuykendall60]

I am only 5ft tall and love my coats to be midi length. They make me look taller and I think more elegant.

[@maryokeefe5351]

You are so right. And many petite women do not get this. Well done.

[@katrinam2309]

I am such a dress lover, I have 2 high quality LBDs but if you count all my navy dresses…probably a dozen. 😅

[@heidimeigs5192]

My LBD is actually a navy, linen sheath dress. Gorgeous.

[@katrinam2309]

@@heidimeigs5192 great choice!

[@helenhall299]

Four LBDs but always on the lookout for another good one 😊 Loved this video!

[@elizabethpace1591]

Merci beaucoup pour cette video. I must admit I do have more than one LBD which I really gravitate towards. ❤

[@katherinebaer6798]

Love your bangs! Great video!

[@coriennl6215]

I love what you are wearing, that you are making fashion video's and showing the clothes on yourself again. I have 2 silk blouses from Lilysilk and four cashmere sweaters, but I bought them at C&A last year and the quality is not good, I didn't know about fast fashion then. Now I know better and shop more expensive clothes, but less. I have one LBD in navy and 2 pairs of black high heels 😘

[@nonuora]

I just love your channel.

[@lsegluv8574]

Being french I love your style, I was raised by a mother almost your copy paste, I am 52 and have a sense of a kind of style ( 60 % good the reste I call them des loupés . BUT My biggest issues are 1/ getting rid of the clothing I do not need, cannot fit anymore or of not enough good quality. Getting rid of my "loupé" purchase. ( you know the emotional shopping) 2/ my second issue is to be able to make capsule wardrobe by themes. I dont know if I am clear enough here. But my closet, is way too small for all the life events, that I attend for work. I travel extensively for work: Cocktail Evening restaurant cold nights or warm nights, Beach, boating. art galleries, running errands with my clients, Traveling warm weather ( resort, tours, cruise ) or automn big cities cold to very very cold. Usually these trips are for one week. Always possible black tie or fancy restaurants, last minute.... Beacuse of work and what I do, I mingle with very wealthy people but I do not have their size closet nor $$$$ but I have to "belong". I have accumulated too many clothing (zara, mango, RL, etc...Tjmax runaway ... and some designers outlet along the way. Today I would love to reduce the volume, the spending and the poor quality and learn how to navigate all these events, trips usually one week with a reduce wardrobe !!! I have stopped the fast fashion because your video was an eye opener. ❤ sending good vibes from Miami.

[@ms.frederique]

love you back from bali xx

[@melissaseften7117]

Love your four legged friends visiting! 🐶🩵

[@audreyso1201]

La petite robe noire, un classique ans la garde robe. Merci pour cette vidéo Frédérique

[@people60plus]

Thank you. Please, a video on how to look young without wearing like a teen.

[@ms.frederique]

hahaha great idea

[@agnieszkaweronikajakubowsk6671]

I agree with everything you said! I like your videos so much! Could you make a video about how to style our homes? Especially decor wise. ❤

[@leahvincerouse]

Thanks for your videos. Just love you! 😊Would love to see a video for people who do not use any animal products such as wool, leather and silk. What materials to look for.

[@jedrzejowskia]

Vintage? Then it's not new production. Otherwise bamboo and hemp fabrics. You can learn to make your own if you can source the fabric. There is not much available but not because we don't want them😊 business idea? 😊

[@katharineamin6066]

Great advice! Thanks so much. 🌷

[@reneeburich9497]

I have never had a little black/navy dress in my closet. I have yet to find something that looks classic but yet fits me at the correct length.

[@pickledhobbits]

Those glasses look incredible on you ! Please drop a link for us ❤🙏

[@ms.frederique]

oscar wylee

[@tamaraallspaugh2962]

I always enjoy your videos!🥰

[@tereclemmer7923]

Fun video with great ideas and examples! Thanks 👍🏻

[@ms.frederique]

merci x

[@reneeburich9497]

I only use crossbody bags when I’m traveling. Otherwise, I need the large handbag 😀

[@donnamcdermott443]

Lbd i have a leather one a velvet one satin one knitted one cotton one and more black always looks put together and classic ❤

[@PatsyConnaughton]

Lovely elegant pieces ❤️

[@karladoane7323]

Well i'm glad I got everything.

[@lizziehough8396]

Three LBds....two sleeveless, one with 3/4 sleeves...I call them my "Go to weddings/go to funeral" dresses because, hey, I liven the middle of nowhere and rarely have any other special occasion to wear them. Have the basic black pump, also, and a small cross body classic black bag with gold accents. Otherwise, I live in jeans, white T's, boots or trainers.

[@maryokeefe5351]

Love a good system! And you are saving a ton of money not buying things you will never wear.

[@violetstarla]

Love this video and I want everything in the lily silk capsule collection you modeled for us. I was laughing at your crossbody bag joke. Hilarious (They take your body with them.) I probably own more than 10 little black dresses but like you black is my favorite color.

[@tanyaclark6955]

You are so intelligent and beautiful. Thank you for all you do.

[@lamjay5189]

Love listening to your videos, you are so natural n smiling n sometimes laughing, very cute❤❤❤

[@ms.frederique]

😊 thank you

[@lucinekhachatrian2124]

Love Lily Silk! Thank you for this video, I need to get some new pieces :) ❤

[@ms.frederique]

Thanks for watching!

[@denisetymensky8922]

😂 I do not have a black dress that fits. Yes, I should make one. (Easier to make fit the me today) Great video!

[@CathyDahut]

GREAT TIPS!!!! THANKS❤!!!!

[@ms.frederique]

You are so welcome!

[@lolachlih3136]

Merci beaucoup thank you for this informative vid love your style and your so classy ❤❤

[@austinrhodes7691]

I just love you you make me feel so love l always love what you have to say ❤😊

[@KimPinchard]

Hello! I am a new subscriber. May I please ask where you got the lovely vertical striped blouse you’re wearing in this video? It’s very hard to find vertical stripes. Thank you so much! Wishing you all the best.

[@ms.frederique]

It’s from lilysilk x

[@Eekyellie]

M and S are doing a nice one Spring 2024 cotton.

[@362euu6jz]

Thank you for all you do to help us look and feel elegant. 😘

[@ms.frederique]

You are so welcome!

[@mariafelix7932]

Hi Frederique!! Thank you for this video!!! Happy New Year 2024!!!

[@ms.frederique]

Happy new year!

[@angie5life-is-good]

I love silk!

[@ms.frederique]

Me too!

[@vero2078]

Thank you for this video, my wardrobe is missing some items (silk department, classic heel and nice black trousers-I am more of a 'dress' woman, no matter what the weather😅)

[@kevinsmith8799]

I love your eye glasses. Style Brand? Thank you for your service.

[@maddscientist3170]

I have a tendency to chose 3/4 length coats

[@yourstylebyalma]

Lovely video and lots of good ideas as usual thank you

[@ms.frederique]

Thanks so much 😊

[@rhondareeves1804]

Thank you 😊 ❤❤

[@ravellewilson4074]

Love your video

[@bassofone1]

I've been binging your videos. I love them. You've inspired me. I've thrown out half of my clothes, phew! I'm still trying to lose 9 kilos. I need to get something to wear to an informal memorial service. Do you have any advise of what to buy that can also become part of my 80% neutral and black wardrobe? Perhaps a black blazer or dress? I'm having trouble finding the right style. I'm an apple shape and don't want to look frumpy. Help!

[@TermiteVideo]

I think a trouser suit always looks appropriate for such occasions whatever shape you are

[@jenniferjanssen9876]

Blazers are so tough, I only like a short armhole. Most have a dropped armhole!

[@maryokeefe5351]

After years of not finding what I wanted, I finally broke down and had one made. Expensive, but I wore it for many years and always felt great.

[@wavyjenny602]

I have a good navy trench coat, fitted 3/4 length and a wool navy versatile one which is really good quality, but I would like a knee-length trench because of my height (163cm). I have been looking for literally YEARS but never found the right one yet. I would love a beige or camel colour but it makes me look like death! 🤣 I also have some good belts and cross-body bags (but I agree that it can be tricky to find one in the right size as the current trend for small bags is annoying. I take minimal stuff out with me but it needs to at the very least fit keys, wallet, phone, battery pack and glasses case plus lip balm and hand cream: otherwise I’m not interested!). I don’t have a LBD as again, I’ve never yet found The One. I have everything crossed that this will change and I’ll find the perfect LBD and trench this year. 🤞🤞🤞

[@maryokeefe5351]

Maybe just shorten your navy trench? I have done that with a very formal coat and I wear it way more often now.

[@gkiniolga71]

We really enjoy it!!! Thank you!!!!!

[@ms.frederique]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@veronicwbrennan4002]

Everywhere we turn people are talking about Lilly Silk and cashmere. I'm getting to the stage of skipping through them. Hopefully the cashmere is sustainably sourced.

[@tamikaleeryker]

Lily Silk must be paying all the influencers - not that it's not gorgeous, but come on.

[@CuratedClothier]

And they're not at all size inclusive. I looked up some hyped sweaters and they only come in S, M, L with a L being a US size 8-10 😦

[@properdoe3414]

What are your feelings on cotton/cashmere blend sweater versus 100% cashmere?

[@maryokeefe5351]

Personally, I feel that depends on the weather.

[@latinaalma1947]

I feel a camel blazer is THE blazer for a blonde with fair skin and eyes.Camell is my main core color then a cognac brown in suedes especially I have more than one camel blazer three and three cognac blazers longer shorter looser traditional amd peplum shorter I am 5ft 4inetite size 8 woth ho0urglass body. I have three navy blazers one double breasted. I cannot go oversize with anything and though I have some white items I like my cream things much much more. I do not need ANY coat, my blazers, especially fine wool, are my tropical winter coverings. I do have a beige hacking jacket mid thigh and love it. Yes I have a black dress but it is not my best color, cream and then camel are my best colors. I have five red dresses. They are date night dresses.

[@mariecleo214]

Totally agree 😊 you have great taste 👍👍

[@jacqui.amelie]

Great video i need to revamp my wardrobe i cant wear high heels anymore what would you suggest in a very low heel or flat shoe?

[@ms.frederique]

whatever you feel comfortable and feminine

[@jacqui.amelie]

@@ms.frederique Thank you

[@helenhall299]

Short block heel or sling back flat looks nice

[@jacqui.amelie]

@@helenhall299 Thank you

[@drnicolebeaumont7884]

Brilliant video🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@ms.frederique]

Thanks 😀

[@janiebouldin1432]

In your store, I can only find synthetic clothing. I, like you, also like natural fabrics. Silk, cotton, wool, cashmere, linen, etc. Where can the nicer fabric clothing be found?

[@maggie1321972]

Beautiful advice ❤

[@kathyjohnston3971]

I am petite. Not thin not fat. But was told to stay away from shiny clothes as they add weight? Also could you please show what us ladies where on a daily basis. Casual

[@tennilledebysingh5819]

Oh no, you can definitely wear shiny things! As long as they fit properly and you feel great in them, you are fine!! I am curvy, not thin, and I wear satin & silk..I use good shape wear and that makes a huge difference in my confidence!

[@kathyjohnston3971]

Oh shapewear. Will be in my wardrobe. Thank you so very much.

[@margaret-ellenadams5536]

Good morning 😊

[@janiebouldin1432]

where do you get that fantastic blue striped shirt you have on here? or something similar?

[@ms.frederique]

france

[@katerinahoffmannova7309]

The stripe sweater is amazing 💙💙💙💙💙

[@rozannakuykendall60]

I only have one lbd athe moment. I am on the hunt for another one or two. 😊

[@luvurab]

Love all your recommendations except for the LBD. Yes, a LBD can look absolutely stunning on someone who can wear black up near their face but I am not one of them. What do women like me do? Black just drains the colour from my face and I look ill. No amount of makeup will help. And in all honesty I do see women wearing a LBD that don’t look that great in it. It is most definitely not their best colour. What are we to do?

[@DianneSage-of2yu]

My solution is a LND, a little navy dress for all of us who look like death warmed over in black ( near our face). Still classic. Same for blazer!

[@maryokeefe5351]

That is so true and unfortunately black seems to be the most common colour. Apparently it sells the best. My solution has been to have one made in my colour and best fit. More expensive maybe, but perfect and wearable for many years.

[@CoftheIsland370]

I have to ask… What is your skin tone? I have dark hair like you, and I feel like my skin tone might be similar to yours, but I cannot wear beige to save my life. I especially want it far away from my face. You seem to wear a lot of it with ease.

[@ms.frederique]

neutral

[@magdal5114]

Frederique you are amazing

[@PiedaTerra]

New subscriber here! Love ur vids! Thank you! NEED HELP : I have been trying to find natural fiber UNDERGARMENTS . I have a few options in bras and panties (97% silk) with minimal stretch but I am considering making my own with silk/cashmere clothing that I no longer wear. Same thing with PAJAMAS! I can not find anything that works for me. I can not sleep in anything but natural fibers. I “scouted” some organic gauze cotton at fabric store and I’m considering taking a shirt and pants that I love the fit and use them as an example of were to sew the fabric! Anyone else having this issue at 50? Any suggestions are appreciated. Blessings to you all! I love you 💕

[@ms.frederique]

try some with bamboo

[@avaraquel]

I imagined you were super tall!!!!

[@ms.frederique]

nope 160cm :)

[@avaraquel]

@@ms.frederique me too! I love your style! Thanks for the tips!

[@tamikaleeryker]

All my dresses are black.

[@Pattymelt415]

Hi. Love your videos. Regarding a white button shirt, what fabric do you recommend? I don't want to always have to iron a white shirt. Thanks❤

[@ms.frederique]

Poplin

[@slthomas]

I have a crossbody bag but I do not have a little black dress😱

[@lc7604]

Love your style but question that these are “budget” options.

[@adrijanaskorvaga7048]

How to buy such nice sweaters in Croatia. I live in Zagreb, the capital of Croatia.

[@auroracharming5531]

Can you machine wash silk?

[@ms.frederique]

i wash silk by hand

[@lsegluv8574]

Last thing is this. I have the feeling that the accumulated clothing I have is also due to a technical error into mixing too many style identity. I explain some times femme fatal, sometimes Palm beach, some time Parisienne, sometimes rock glam, sometimes artsy, sometimes proper boston....sometimes Jacky O. When I look at your videos you seem to have a linear style always in accordance. I have too many variations. How to correct this ?

[@helenhall299]

You could concentrate on classic pieces like Frederique and use accessories instead of the clothes themselves to create your various styles that are unique to you and that you enjoy.😊

[@heidybelberry]

I would advise you to take pictures with your outfits and start building your wardrobe with what you feel comfortable wearing. Sometimes the classy style is not for everyone. Some people look better in a more romantic style, others in a more boho style. I tend to mix classy with romantic and it works for me. Hope it helps.

[@yourstylebyalma]

Or you could work with a professional certified personal stylist. We are trained in asking you specific questions that would answer your personal style type and then we take it from there. This is similar to how we have stylists who make a general "Capsule Closet" We believe that there are many personal styles who need different capsule closets. Lots of stylists who do too many generalizations. How many so called stylists who recommend LBD as a closet staple may find that they do not suit black, it may be a colour that drains them, maybe another colour would be a staple in their closet.

[@yourstylebyalma]

@@helenhall299 She may not be the classic type though. Classic does not work for everyone it is an erroneous idea that it does, goes hand in hand with black suits everyone it actually is a very harsh colour to wear especially over forty, which I imagine that the followers of this channel probably are.

[@heidybelberry]

@@yourstylebyalma That is true! Also, the idea is to look put together and you can do that with other types of clothing. If you have the money, you can work with a personal stylist. Sometimes the problem is not only the style, but the colors or the fabrics. Like some types of silk don’t look good on everyone. Also cashmere doesn’t look good on everyone. There are people who look better in wool, mohair or other types of fabrics.

[@raika7782]

More than 10 black dresses. J’ai plus de 10 robes noires. Ainsi personne ne remarque si c’est une neuve ou pas.

[@СоняТако]

I am also short. My wardrobe consists of dark things.

[@rusynviktoriya4635]

🌺

[@nadineyturraspe1981]

Ooo a belt? I’m an apple shape can I really wear a belt I wish I could!

[@martasampaio3043]

Aucun rapport avec le sujet de la video (qui est geniale au passage), est-ce que tu as un nouveau chien ou c'est juste une guest star pour la video ? 🐶

[@ms.frederique]

Merci pas de nouveau chien, suis moi sur Instagram et tu verras les street dogs que j’aide

[@aidedeco]

TFS

[@ramandeepgill4075]

❤❤❤

[@joywhitley3141]

❤

[@makeuplover7733]

Help! I am an apple...

[@adrijanaskorvaga7048]

I am your size and 64 years old.

[@juliehanson8976]

I’m 54 and an apple

[@juliehanson8976]

I’m only 5 feet tall

[@karolinak828]

15:55 yup it just happened in New York by illegal immigrants 😅

[@kittenmamaadoptions8076]

Thanks!

[@ms.frederique]

Thank you very much