16 Things To Think About BEFORE Buying New Clothes

[@EricaBallStyle]

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[@melocoton7]

Learning about fabric characteristics is key. You can tell how a garment will drape from its composition. For example, my tshirts need to be a cotton/lyocell mix or a modal mix. 100% cotton are often too stiff for my taste. A nice thin linen knit is currently my summer fave. It just adds instant class to a look.

[@EricaBallStyle]

Great tip! Thank you.

[@rebeccabelflower7767]

I like your 7 second rule when trying on clothes. So true.

[@EricaBallStyle]

Thanks Rebecca!

[@donnamc81]

I think a lot of us buy those "oh it will do " or" it's close enough" items and don't end up wearing them because they're not exactly what we had in mind if you want a pair of grey trousers with pleats in a certain place and a Certain shade of grey and fit and length don't buy any pair of grey trousers hold out and find that one perfect pair that you will wear over and over rather than a pair where you are not really sure about them and they don't make you feel amazing wearing them take your time picking each piece of clothing and don't settle for it's close enough ❤

[@EricaBallStyle]

Well said Donna! 😊

[@tiffanyjarvis7380]

Love the cost per wear thinking!

[@EricaBallStyle]

It's definitely a great way to look at a new piece!

[@cheryl3366]

Great video. The other two things I would add about caring for clothes. Do you need to iron it? When I was working, I found I didn't have time to iron, so those clothes were always in the iron pile. I would say a good steamer and a good iron does help. You might want to invest in both along with a good ironing board. Pilling, I hate clothes that pill. Cashmere has that issue, so if I am too busy to depill my sweater I will have them dry clean. Just make sure you have a good cleaner who takes the time to do a good job.

[@EricaBallStyle]

Great tips to add Cheryl! Thank you.

[@bulletproofhappiness1111]

great tips, as usually) I really like you channel ❤ i’m sure you’ll get a lot of subscribers really soon !

[@EricaBallStyle]

Thanks so much! ❤

[@monagould1829]

You have the best advice for clothes shopping! That beautiful blush handbag and leather jacket are on my ‘save up for’ bucket list!

[@EricaBallStyle]

Thanks Mona 😊

[@carolalvarez3925]

Excellent video. I never purchase polyester. I also have many pieces tailored and dry clean clothes as well. I do use my steamer so my closet always has fresh clothes that fit. Thank you for this very informative video.

[@EricaBallStyle]

Thanks so much Carol! 😊

[@jackirobinson7365]

Good quality and good service are important to me

[@sherylwickenheiser2582]

I enjoyed this list! I recently lost weight and have to purchase some new clothes. Actually just bought two items on line before I saw your video. Hopefully they will fit and look and feel good. I don’t have a lot of shopping options near me so I shop on line. I am trying to upgrade the quality of my items. I hated buying clothes for my heavier self so I refused to buy quality items. I knew I needed to lose weight for my health. Certain brands do fit differently.

[@EricaBallStyle]

Thanks Sheryl! I hope the items you ordered work well for you. It is hard when there aren't a lot of shopping options nearby. But once you learn your brands that will help a lot. 😊

[@deniseyounger6004]

My problem is a buy something online and it fits ok and the fabric is good then I keep it and then after a short time wash it and decide I could do better. Thanks for sharing your thoughts 🦋

[@EricaBallStyle]

That is challenging Denise. Do you love it when you first try it on? Are you convincing yourself that you love it the first time you try it on? Follow the 7 second gut impulse "rule"- if when you first try an item on you need to LOVE it without question, anything other than that, I'd suggest sending it back.

[@christinekellyrose9435]

Excellent video. I really need to work on my cost per wear when I bring something new in😊

[@EricaBallStyle]

Thanks Christine! When you look at an item through cost per wear it really changes everything. 😊

[@sulanadacosta7465]

Thank you so much for your helpful advice 🙏🏻🥰

[@EricaBallStyle]

You're welcome Sulana ❤

[@connienunez9924]

All excellent ideas, thanks!

[@EricaBallStyle]

Thanks Connie! 😊

[@jazziescar3998]

Thanks for the great videos. Will you be covering the Nordstrom Anniversary sale?

[@EricaBallStyle]

You're welcome! I haven't thought about covering the sale here on my channel 🤔 Is that something that would be helpful for you? I do cover it in my weekly newsletter. You can subscribe for it here: ericaballstyle.com/subscribe/

[@jazziescar3998]

@@EricaBallStyle it would be super helpful and I'm sure I'm not the only one! I will subscribe to the newsletter. Thank you.

[@EricaBallStyle]

@@jazziescar3998 Thanks for the feedback Jazzie! Let me think about how I can make a video featuring the sale so that it's helpful.

[@libraryminnie5892]

Man, are you ever talking directly to me. I am trying on each and every item I own so I know what I have, what fits, and listing the obvious holes and things I can NOT buy any more of as I have bought the same pink sweater 5 times previously.

[@EricaBallStyle]

Haha Love this! Thank you for sharing.

[@Talletc]

I have a lot of clothes, but am missing good quality blouses/tops to complete outfits. Made my list…

[@EricaBallStyle]

Quality pieces are key to putting together outfits you love! I'm happy you made your shopping list ❤

[@maryklatka5989]

Excellent advice here!

[@EricaBallStyle]

Thanks so much Mary! 😊

[@kathyharvey6054]

What are some good slow fashion brands?

[@EricaBallStyle]

Great question Kathy! These are some of the quality brands I recommend 👉ericaballstyle.com/best-clothing-brands/

[@dianethompson6804]

It's harder to find clothes that aren't Polyester at a low price point. Frankly I like Polyester! It can drape like silk and it wears like iron! I have a white Polyester button up shirt that feels great on my body, washes well and I wear it at least once a week all year long, so cost per wearing for the 3 yrs I've had it is 13 cents! I would love to buy expensive clothes, but my budget won't allow for that. I do like to see your beautiful clothes tho, and I love your styling tips!!

[@EricaBallStyle]

Thanks Diane! It is getting harder to find items in quality fabrics at reasonable prices. I do love the quality of Quince's silk tops and skirts at an affordable cost (plus free shipping and 365 day returns) 👉rstyle.me/+4b-rnXKSbAW1tHaGpD7Wzw

[@donnamc81]

Polyester isn't always bad it holds its structure it doesn't fade in the wash it's durable so don't just not buy something because it's polyester or nylon or elastain they have their place and sometimes a cashmere mix a wool mix silk mix is better for you and your lifestyle you can often wash mixed fabrics yourself at home instead of going to the dry cleaners you need to have the time and money to take care of luxury fabrics so 100% cashmere isn't for everyone ❤

[@Talletc]

It’s bad for your body.

[@kathygann7632]

I love a dramatic piece and being fashionable BUT if an item is designer, and all the influencers are wearing it, and it is impeccably made, realize that everyone will remember it and know exactly when you bought it. It might be better to save $3000 and buy a well made classic piece that will be just as popular in 10 years.

[@EricaBallStyle]

Great tip!

[@jacquelineazure]

You should have 1 mln subs

[@EricaBallStyle]

Thank you so much ❤

[@missmayflower]

Nothing wrong with rayon, but polyester is a big no. It’s just plastic. That white blouse you showed sure looked like polyester.

[@EricaBallStyle]

Are you referring to the blouse I show at the beginning from L'Agence? It's a pale blush and it's 100% silk.