15 Reasons Your Outfits LOOK CHEAP (& WHAT TO DO INSTEAD)

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[@SKJoelle]

Some great tips! The stringy belt loops (tip 14) are meant to be cut off once the person buys the item of clothing. The only reason they are on the garment is to keep the belt with the item while it is in the store before it is purchased.

[@SL-lz9jr]

Learned something new! My biggest pet peeve is seeing the vents stitched down on jackets. Those are meant to be snipped off after purchase.

[@rainacherienne1010]

Omg I didn’t know that… thanks.

[@Izabela-ek5nh]

Maybe but I have such loops on my winter coat's belt. And nonidea what to do with the belt if I cut them off, when I hang my coat or even wear it open. Wtf :)

[@SKJoelle]

@@Izabela-ek5nh That's interesting. I have never seen a winter coat with cheap thread-like belt loops. They usually have actual fabric belt loops which are not meant to be cut off.

[@hh3046]

BONUS: Always cut the thread that holds the back flaps together on a coat or blazer. So many people don't remove it, and they walk around with an X on their backside. It looks ridiculous.

[@jessicaesquivel4743]

😂😂😂 that’s so true 😂😂😂😂

[@nihapuri3373]

omg i never knew that, haha ive been walking around the x everywhere

[@Jaylade]

what are you talking about :o

[@nihapuri3373]

@@Jaylade if you have a long coat, check the back at the bottom and there is usually an x stitch there

[@patriciaottone4083]

Love to see a “care for your clothing “ type of video including accessories!

[@GildaDouglas]

🙏🙏🙏

[@nostringsattached952]

Wearing unbranded and cheap clothes does not mean you're poor.

[@denisedorsey2889]

True. I think her point is that we should do what we can to look our best. I’m always going to pass up a garment where the stripes don’t match up at the side seams. (Except where the darts are) Or where the hemline is uneven. Unfortunately, clothing out there can have these issues.

[@nostringsattached952]

@@denisedorsey2889 Remember: you have a family to feed, not a community to impress.

[@denisedorsey2889]

@@nostringsattached952 I do have a family to feed. This is why I mention careful purchasing. You might find you resonate more with a different kind of fashion channel. There’s a lot out there about refashioned garments. I taught myself how to sew in order to make my own alterations when necessary.

[@nostringsattached952]

@@denisedorsey2889 ❤️

[@anushkadas8245]

Here CHEAP isn't used in the literal sense...You can buy a very cheap and affordable clothing and still look expensive...

[@amy011973]

I almost always have to have any bottoms altered and about half of the dresses that I buy. This originally seemed like such a nuisance but finding an excellent tailor has been wonderful. My clothes now fit perfectly on my body and no one can tell they have been altered. It is definitely worth the extra cost.

[@bobbixvv]

great tips! personally, i think another thing is to properly take care of your black clothing, which after several washes can become dull and look really aged. i tried dying them (i took a bunch of shirts, pants and sweatshirts) and they look brand new!

[@Blairsette]

Never wash them in more than 30C temp and use a black clothing detergent. White clothes can also become yellow in areas with hard water.

[@dorcastroche7483]

This is a perfect video! I agree with all of your pointers. I take my clothes to be tailored and the cobbler is a God send. These tips are amazing!

[@YourNextStep1234]

Yes to a clothing care video! Thx Amanda!!

[@shawtygirl608]

Love the blouse you’re wearing in this video! So beautiful and classic 🤍

[@jobaby123]

Thank you. I enjoyed this video so much. It isn’t just a fluff piece.; it has relevant content, it’s very well written and beautifully filmed.

[@Nivimary]

Great tips! Love this white blouse or dress on you, such gorgeous details! ♥️

[@elliewegman1846]

Definitely do a program on clothes care.. it always amazes me how even a simple t shirt comes up like new with an iron. Look forward to your program on clothes care.

[@SL-lz9jr]

Regarding cheap seams, this also includes puckering at the seam lines. A well made garment won’t pucker. Doesn’t have to be expensive. The puckering means the fabric wasn’t cut properly on the grainline or on the bias. And one fabric is pulling on the other at the seam line where the two fabrics are joined. Look for another item on the rack with flat seams.

[@alicehall4267]

Thank you for this video. Really appreciate all your helpful tips. Also, the dress you have on is beautiful and very flattering to you💕

[@debbyritchie2608]

Great video! I've always followed ALL of the tips you mentioned 😀

[@hc7092]

Have watched loads of these videos but yours actually gave new tips i hadn’t considered so thank you

[@springrain180]

You are absolutely right! I showed your video to my teenager daughter. Thank you for it.

[@jacquelinenoel2992]

Thank you for the great tips. Enjoyed your vlog. Jackie🌹

[@kaylan2083]

Yes please do a video on clothing storage!

[@janetbarlin7805]

Thank you Amanda for some very helpful tips.

[@ELF40934]

Those are some great tips for me! I've always thought my clothes not looked good as it used to be and keep buying new clothes. Now I probably know the reason.

[@shaeden77]

Awesome tips and advice 🙌🏼

[@watercolourartincapetown2919]

Clothing storage and Maintenance is so important, especially when the items isn’t in season. Hungry Moths don’t care what expensive brand label is on the clothes 👗

[@LAKESOB7]

Love this! You always provide the best content! 🌸

[@AmandaJohn]

Thank you so much!

[@IlariaN94]

Thank you! The video was interesting! I just wanted to say that this haircut looka amazing on you! So elegant and refined. Nice job!

[@safichii]

This was so super super helpful! 👌 it's time I actually read my clothes washing instructions for once 😄

[@Ellie-eq86q]

Thanks for the tips. Very helpful and practical.

[@76482]

I started having garments tailored about 5 months ago. I even have inappropriate or unwanted dress & skirt slits altered or shortened for a fit that looks best on my body.

[@MarinaLaduda]

Was good to refresh my memory with this video. I'd like that care for your clothes vid! Need to prove to my SO that gym clothes and towels can't be cleaned at the same time!!

[@nerminacamovic1600]

These are some really great tips and I like that you give more tips than any other video on this topic. I also never use the belt that came with the pants. And thanks for the stringy belt loops tip. Never thought of it 😆

[@singmiracles7518]

YT recommended me this video, and I love the tips you shared. New subscriber! 🙌

[@annafane9483]

Glad I found you! Thanks for all the great tips. :)

[@charlesbuhr9567]

Thanks for the great tips. Pamela

[@dawnfrye4343]

Great tips! I have one more don’t wear anything that has stains especially tops that have yellow stains in the pits.

[@wendyh2608]

Great tips!

[@lindajames4922]

Great advice!

[@Kotifilosofi]

Clothes industry is one of the only industries left that can't be made by a machine from start to end. Meaning, someone has done your every cloth. So, if you see a cloth with poor seams, it's not "cheap machine-made cloth". It's cloth made in inhumane conditions, probably by a minor with a crazy schelude. However, the more exoensive brands with better seams aren't saints either. They just have better quality control (= throwing more brand new clothes in the trash).

[@b.walker5955]

Another exercise in finding true value in following you! We can't afford not too! 😚 Thanks for the tips and reminders.

[@AmandaJohn]

I always look forward to your comments 😂🤍

[@b.walker5955]

@@AmandaJohn How sweet to have said that! You made my day! ~ Kind words are like honey sweet to the soul, and healthy for the body.

[@aytan_]

Thank you for the video!

[@marymcaskile1727]

What a great video. Good girl!

[@estherwright9355]

Love these tips! I definitely have done some of these like invested in quality hangers and I take travel steamer with me when I travel. I actually use the same travel steamer at home because I hate to iron. lol I would love to see a video on clothing storage ideas and organization. 🙂

[@evelyneugenialasso6122]

Love to see a “care for your clothing me too!!!

[@jlow27]

Terrific video! I’m so glad they started making those hangar straps plastic because I just rip those suckers off. The fabric ones I do cut but I don’t buy expensive enough things that have the fabric ones. I, too, love the velvet huggable hangars, and I just don’t need anything else but them. You’re so insightful; I’m glad I watched this video.

[@vickicobb4871]

Helpful video!

[@carolstripling7237]

All good tips! ❤️

[@AmandaJohn]

Thank you!!

[@sharalane3171]

I would love to see a video on how to dress for your shape size with your cute feminine Style.

[@cyanl.2245]

I would love a video about clothing storage ❤️

[@carolineolsen556]

Love that shirt you have on, beautiful.

[@victoriafoley3958]

Great video

[@cariefrost2930]

Thank you for this video!!!!

[@AmandaJohn]

Glad it was helpful!

[@sabrinachambers8353]

Love it , yes please do a video on how to store your clothes..and shoes. I didn’t know how important this was 😅😂

[@joannahbharose4513]

Nice easy tips

[@NikkiCox81]

You always give the best tips! Also I took the coloring quiz and I am a soft autumn. I was so excited to take it because I recently started dying my hair to cover grays. My stylist is great and got it as close as she possibly could to my natural color, but it pulls very warm no matter what. My natural hair is a very ashy light brown so I had no idea how to choose colors for this new warm toned hair. The quiz helped so much! Thanks!

[@AmandaJohn]

Yay! I thought it was so interesting to learn about and gives you more confidence deciding what colors to go for! xx

[@breeze1411]

Does she have a video on the color quiz?

[@NikkiCox81]

@@breeze1411 It was on her Instagram stories.

[@breeze1411]

@@NikkiCox81 thank you. I’m new to her channel and trying to catch up.

[@NikkiCox81]

@@breeze1411 No problem! She shares a lot on her Instagram account too. She really great!

[@borokawerner306]

please do the how to store your clothes video!

[@stayathomemarine]

Can you do a video on how to properly stuff handbags and the best way to store them? I have all my handbags in a huge bin in my closet. Ugh totally cringing now! Lol

[@dagnolia6004]

dry clean Before storing clothes away. yes on storage of clothes video

[@isolinaaustin1108]

I loved this video, it hade a lot of good tips.

[@AmandaJohn]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@erinobrien8793]

One tip for scratched sunglasses is to take it to an eye glass store. Many will buff out the scratches on RayBans, etc. For a few.

[@Nickylilbitofeverything]

Omg I love these tips. I’m a religious steamer! I even have to steam my husbands clothes before we go out because I refuse to let him walk out with wrinkly clothes. I also trim lots of my wool pants and take my heels to the cobbler once a year. People used to make fun of me for doing this but I’ve had items in my closet for 5+ yrs because I take care of them

[@johnsonjo8454]

Hi 💋💋💋💓😍

[@princessss.]

I literally read your comment at like 2am so my brain wasn't fully functioning anymore and I read "religious stReamer" at first and I was hella confused 😂

[@maricelgund]

Thanks 🤍

[@pamb2868]

This was very I formative.I always cut those loops out of anything I buy. Some have them across the whole back. Those get cut out too. Those I don’t know why they are even there. I keep m clothes in great shape. I use my fabric shaver if something needs it. It’s a fun thing to use.

[@katie7748]

I got a fabric shaver for my birthday last year and I love it!!! It's addicting to use hahaha

[@vict7730]

Profissional esplêndido!!!

[@jlodge9281]

No logo is the best look

[@RD-oo6yq]

Please give me some tips in how to properly style a sheer white blouse for office wear.

[@dianejohnson7235]

Talking about undergarments wearing the wrong bra size can really ruin a outfit!!!! I used to be a certified bra fitter and I have seen it all!!!!

[@americafirst9144]

What styles work best for an apple?

[@katie7748]

Speaking of bras, I wish mastectomy bras for reconstructed "girls" were 1) more easily accessible in stores and 2) cuter

[@roxemary]

@@americafirst9144 the body shape doesn't matter; check out a bra that fits community!

[@jstcllmmry]

thanks

[@U-TUBE-me]

Great video! The only thing I would add to it is wearing the right size shoe. It looks so unpolished when women wear shoes that are too small. Whether their toes are peeking over the edge of sandals or their heel is at the very edge to the big toe nail looking like it's about to pop through their shoes, it just looks cheap.

[@seaglassjpl1467]

How about your makeup favorites/ especially your lipstick !!!

[@nicelann2606]

love your tips..❤ new subscriber here

[@mdrng8383]

I would also add to it, to not take things to tailor, if your weight changed. To me happened such story, I took all clothing that looked on me too big due to big weight loss, and yes clohing that is supposed to fit started to look awesome after tailoring, but after a year my situation changed and I gained some weight and now I regret that took those items to tailor, I want to wear them now, but now they're kinda to small, too fitting, and I wear them only with cardigans, so that its not so visible. The point is, it is better to wear One size clothing, or let your clothing be kinda loose fitting, even if you feel like taking it to tailor, it is still better than wearing too tight clothing once your weight changes (unless you are solid as rock in weight)

[@aproposheather4796]

If you do another similar video please please mention cutting the small stitch at the bottom of some coats and jackets. I see sooo many people wearing beautiful coats and then you see that packaging stitch they do to keep the back vent from folding during shipping. Kind of tacky. Thx!!!

[@AmandaJohn]

Yes! I mentioned that in an older fashion mistakes video. It's such a common thing too!

[@katetag5640]

This came up on my recommended and i thought it would be some bull about how items like this don't work and don't wear this style (typical tiktoker bull) but no! you had amazing advice and I completed agree with all of it!!! Amazing advice that doesn't target peoples personal choices but instead amazing advice for everyone!!!

[@TheAlicat08]

I’d love to see some examples of good denim

[@reneeburich9497]

How do you store cardigans?

[@karengriffiths2091]

Thanks for the tips and reminders, especially the one about wrinkles. I bought a pair of faux leather pants in the NSale. They have the fold marks and some other wrinkles. The tag says do not iron, so I washed them hoping the wrinkles would fall out...but they didn't. Do you have any suggestions on how to get the wrinkles out on faux leather pieces? I thought I could turn it inside out to iron, but since the tag says don't iron, I'm concerned about ruining the pants. Is steaming any different? Other suggestions?

[@AmandaJohn]

I've steamed out creases in a faux leather skirt by turning it inside out. I would keep it moving so it's not under extreme heat!

[@Missy182]

Oh Amanda this was a brilliant video. Thank you! Yes can you please make a video of how to store clothing. I would definitely benefit from winter clothing storage. 🤍

[@smallbeginning2]

Just FYI... No clothes are made by machines.... Every single piece of clothes you have has been hand stitched by a human. It just depends how much time they're given per piece/day.

[@smallbeginning2]

Also don't cut threads that poke out but still have both ends in the fabric. Use a needle and sew it back in, there's videos online. You can also sew runs back into the fabric. Easy on knits but nearly all fabrics can be repaired.

[@Marie-oy1bd]

Great advice! WHY are jeans designed with whiskers? They don't flatter anyone and simply draw attention to the upper thigh/groin region.

[@tiianieminen2381]

what is your favourite youtube channel? i would appreciate your tips, thanks

[@virginiagomez3917]

I love the color of your nails can you tell me the brand and number of your nail polish? Thanks

[@AmandaJohn]

I use this polish in the color pre show jitters! bit.ly/3PFMLSW I also use the topcoat and it lasts a long time!

[@SheilaEl]

Have you ever tried Chicwish and if so, what did you think of their quality, fit, etc? They have some beautiful things and they are very reasonably priced. If not, maybe you could see what you think?

[@AmandaJohn]

I've browsed there but haven't purchased. I'd be curious to try it out! They do have some pretty dresses

[@dratt5300]

I’ve purchased from them and was not happy with the quality.

[@bonbonbons]

Pretty, but mostly very plastic feeling fabrics in my experience. I wouldn't say they are worth it for their cost. Not a bad option for a a nice dress or skirt for an event, but they aren't going to sell much that you want to wear all the time imo.

[@shanhare76]

Can that fabric shaver be used on thick sweaters and also cashmere? I know you've mentioned a cashmere comb for that do I need both? Thanks!!

[@AmandaJohn]

I've used it on thick sweaters and winter coats. I have not tested it on cashmere yet so I'll keep you posted on that!

[@lizlane5974]

My fabric shaver has different levels. I have shaved one of my cashmere sweater. I think I used the lowest setting (it was months ago). But for me I was VERY careful. Very short light strokes., and took time. It looked good.

[@estre7]

you look like candice king !!

[@sharonkhalsa]

Yes please to a video for how to store clothing!

[@kaylan2083]

Where's the coloring quiz someone mentioned?

[@avacat5092]

Hey friends 🤗 15 reasons you outfits look cheap and what to do mini love ❤️

[@juliaskiles6661]

Oh my, that sheer legging picture 🤣

[@AmandaJohn]

That was a scary one to google 😂

[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

I cut those annoying hanging loops off, too, they’re rarely, if ever, necessary. Items like one-shoulder tops or dresses are one exception, but I don’t wear those.

[@americafirst9144]

You have the best fashion outlook. I hope you'll start a fashion channel someday.

[@ana-pi6ut]

Thank you. Do you know why wool and cashmere sweaters have moth holes after a year? I store my sweaters in a cloth bag and don't understand why they always have moth holes after storing them.

[@dechen734]

You can put naphthalene balls in the bag to prevent moth holes

[@laurar.2053]

Cedar wood sticks and/or lavender keep moths away.

[@ashrafiansari9827]

How to buy and where please answer me

[@AmandaJohn]

🛍 SHOP: bit.ly/strawberrychicLTK 🍓 BLOG: www.strawberrychicblog.com Click show more for links to everything in the video The NEW September lookbook is a fall capsule wardrobe. Preview the looks + get your free copy here: www.strawberrychicblog.com/fe... Favorite hangers amzn.to/3enUh79 Pant hangers amzn.to/3D14P6i Fabric shaver amzn.to/3CVCYnY Travel steamer amzn.to/3KJCqUi Everyday steamer (mine is the plastic head) amzn.to/3RvXWxK Sunglass cleaner amzn.to/3cMyJk4 Tiny scissors amzn.to/3RBHmwB Wool and cashmere shampoo amzn.to/3ALGOxy Favorite seamless thong bit.ly/2Mf6xFq (AMANDAJOHNxSPANX for 10% off) Favorite seamless briefs bit.ly/3SJV01V Favorite everyday bras bit.ly/34Aq8Ns Favorite slip dress bit.ly/3cJrGIQ / bit.ly/30ZMnHY Slip skirt bit.ly/3TLzXwv wrinkle release spray amzn.to/3TBmUOl

[@yvettwhitaker6033]

I love your white blouse, where did you purchase it.

[@chashniishqdi6501]

To all people who are saying vid is awwwesome i would like to say why do u want to make someone feel if they are buying cheap or looking cheap they r doing a sin? rather than cheap you can say upgrade your style but "dont look cheap"??! Actually dont talk cheap

[@kathyesargent9088]

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[@Blairsette]

Take the plastic part of the fabric shaver, and then use it...

[@zilam98]

i don't consider those travel irons as TRUE travel steam irons if they are not built for 220V usage

[@esmeviljoen7893]

A very well put together closed for ladies 😉 in there 50 +

[@suzsten]

i threw it away and buy a new one every season change the fashion do 🙈

[@femalebusinessacademy]

Thank you for this video, but personally I believe people should wear whatever they want as long as their clothes are comfortable, appropriate and don’t make others feel uncomfortable.

[@AmandaJohn]

I don't care what other people wear :)

[@LaJota-lb8xg]

#1 Reason Why My Outfits Look Cheap: They are 💀 I'm broke

[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

I iron all my woven cotton and linen items carefully, but then don’t stress about wrinkles I get while wearing them. I do touch-up iron them before wearing them again, but check for spots or grime first. After laundering, these fabrics won’t look crisp and smooth without ironing, nor feel soft. I think wearing these items unironed completely ruins a look. I mostly use my steamer for knits, that’s all they need. I iron everything that’s brand-new to remove packing wrinkles. If people refuse to iron, they shouldn’t buy these fabrics.

[@marypaquette8705]

Linen is suppose to look wrinkled, only people with money use to wear real linen, knockoff linen fabric does not wrinkle, that's how people with money knew when you were a poser.

[@denisedorsey2889]

I always wash garments prior to wearing. Then press if necessary. It would creep me out to wear anything without laundering first. 😜

[@DarkestRuby7]

But if I remove the tags, how am I supposed to know how to care for every single piece?

[@AmandaJohn]

I would only remove them if they're showing through the top

[@DarkestRuby7]

@@AmandaJohn alright thank you ❤