5 Ways to Shop for Better Clothes

[@twonsvlogs2892]

The t-shirt thickness is so overlooked I screamed when u said that

[@hypersynesthesia]

Agree with almost all of this (especially shoulders, YES, and texture, YES) exceeeeept cotton knitwear. I think we just need to be honest with ourselves about what we want the knitwear to do. One of my favourite pieces is a cropped brown Prada vest from the 90s - in very clean, clinical, crisp-looking ribbed knitted cotton. In summer it feels like fresh air, in winter it’s a helpful & unusual-looking extra layer. Would I wear it as central heating? No. It’s also sleeveless and loose so it’s never gonna keep much warmth in. But it sits & drapes as a layer in a way that none of my wool pieces do and has held its shape for fifteen years. And I can wash it viciously without it shrinking.

[@grantbusse9073]

I’m eating your content UP it is so good

[@BlissFoster]

Thanks so much, Grant!! 💫💫

[@zack-ow9yl]

how is ur last name pronounced

[@erin7995]

Hey he’s right about the polyester and cotton thing but a lot of the times if you want an interesting texture from a sweater it’s mixed with 6 different things cotton and polyester included.

[@BlissFoster]

I’ll cosign that. This seems to be especially true with womenswear.

[@user-oj3vv1yz5w]

The cut is so important and varying the cuts in your clothes is so much fun. Tight t shirt with baggy pants or some straight cut trousers is so sick. Cropped pants with combat boots is also sick. Of course you got to have a uniform but damn is it fun to change up more than the color of your shirts and pants.

[@piccalillipit9211]

*WOW - JUST WOW* this is the best 8 minutes anyone could watch if they are new to fashion or want to up their game image wise. The only thing I would add is 1) Buy secondhand, if its good enough to sell used - its quality 2) get things altered to fit by a seamstress FIT IS EVERYTHING

[@lincarrie3745]

You can make this a series!! I felt like this would be so much fun! Suggestion for how to shop for cool accessories and shoes!

[@zoec4972]

yes everything hangs from the shoulders - learn to sew and you can make them really fit and fit the sleeves into the shoulders well. its worth learning to know how clothes should really -fit- even if you will never be able to afford designer.

[@zeldamorgan9260]

Agree! Didn't Coco Chanel have a thing about fitting shoulders and and raising the armscye? I'm thinking I saw that in a movie not sure it was true...

[@burberrycargos2499]

Tshirt: Sleeve length is very important

[@whoisjasonsiu5821]

Generally yeah no poly sweaters. Cotton isn't terrible. I have a Kenzo knit in cotton which has held up fairly well.

[@IllDawgable]

Cotton is definitely better than poly. Especially for one's health

[@quinn_cooke]

Coming from New Zealand it's so funny to see Thing Thing in your video, they're a local streetwear brand from down here that were popular in the Coloured Vans and Snapback era around 10 years ago! Looking at their more recent collections they have elevated their designs a lot since then, it's awesome to see.

[@genesis2187]

He has also mentioned I love ugly in the past also which is a crazy NZ throw back too ! :)

[@quinn_cooke]

@@genesis2187 Would never have expected that! Ironically ILU did start out quite avantgarde and transitioned more towards the mainstream. I was a massive fan of them during the made in NZ, Broken Puppet Boutique days. I still think they were one of the main reasons I got heavily into fashion in the first place!

[@BlissFoster]

Same here. ILU was doing phenomenal for years. They carved out a great look: very wearable but also daring stuff.

[@DieQwietscheente]

I’d like to hear you talk about denim, I recently bought untreated denim jeans from Paul smith and acne studios - both super cheap in sale (like h&m when no sale is on) … but I’m a bit disappointed in the quality… still much better than anything I owned previously… but not what I expected.

[@aloevera3975]

Opening my fashion brain with youu

[@anton_sfq]

John Smedley has been making cotton sweaters for almost 300 years, very high quality!

[@nicholaslorino56]

Organic heavyweight tee shirt blanks suggestions? Organic heavyweight blank hoodie suggestions? For a project for school

[@granttcardwell413]

Los Angeles Apparel. Sounds mainstream but is an ethical brand, environmentally healthy, and plenty of different types of blanks and basics that should be in every wardrobe. They make up 90% of my t-shirts and 2 terry cotton hoodies. Love the brand.

[@Unstable_Luis]

@@granttcardwell413 i hear they say they're not the best brand tbh, I've seen stories about it before

[@Mister_Phafanapolis]

@@Unstable_Luis From what I know LA Apparel is like a re-brand, re-launch, re-do of American Apparel with all the same, creep, seedy undertones.

[@Unstable_Luis]

@@Mister_Phafanapolis American Apparel wasn't really up to par and I don't think Los Angeles Apparel either, they just remind of Bella + Canvas blanks honestly 🤔

[@selenaliu9676]

what about knits in acrylic, polyamide, etc.?

[@BlissFoster]

Hi Selena 😊 I would avoid em tbh. Those materials are another way for companies to cut corners with product. There’s always exceptions, but wools are gonna be the best route for knits 💫💫

[@effieeee6403]

i love ur content so much :))

[@dericflairmultiverse4952]

"SARTORIAL APOTHEOSIS" should be on a Yu-Gi-Oh card lmfao

[@debbybusse4533]

All wools are itchy to people who are allergic to them. Even with a shirt underneath they are terribly itchy.

[@jairreyes7131]

Comme got that real wool, just bought a jacket. VERY warm

[@zeldamorgan9260]

I can't wear wool or cashmere! I abhore poly! I have to pick cotton or cotton nylon blends :( any suggestions? I do knit my own often but buying is difficult

[@BlissFoster]

Are you allergic? There’s a lot of people who are unfortunately 😞

[@zeldamorgan9260]

@@BlissFoster yes, unfortunately, breaks me out in hives. Too bad because I adore cashmere

[@BlissFoster]

There’s so many options tho, don’t even worry about it. Are you allergic to wool? You could spend the rest of your life finding cool weaves and treatments for wool 💫💫

[@carcasses5131]

Just that you love Rick the way I do is why I subbed Love ya work

[@Aleklolo]

Hey Bliss (or anyone reading) I'm a young (and poor) knitwear designer who as of right now can only get polyblend mohair. Should I just wait and save for all natural fibers or go with what I have immediate access to. Any advice would be greatly appreciated thank you.

[@BlissFoster]

Always be on the lookout for deals, but you’ve gotta work within your budget. That’s a limitation that everyone in the industry has. Keep it up, Alek! 🦾

[@glamdawling]

I’m a knitwear designer too. Where do you shop??

[@erikd9882]

When comes the next Margiela runway analysis?

[@BlissFoster]

It’s the next video out!

[@butanepenners2633]

cool video bliss!

[@quester09]

the sag and bag that is a cotton sweater (or can be)

[@Emm3D]

Bliss, ID on those pants?!!!

[@hennesey5928]

Thank you bliss

[@Haarnetz]

Do you have a good brand which makes affortabel tshirts with quality materials?

[@TasteOfChange]

Okay, so you had me at “No poly/cotton sweater” just don’t do it, you are on the plant for too little of time to spend a day in poly knits🐑🐏🦙🐐

[@BlissFoster]

Big true 😌

[@makarShow]

Came from sickm8. Absolutely amazing show!!❤️

[@donghanli823]

keep going bliss

[@God.EmperorBran]

im very pissed at this latest video for defining my word. like bruh now someone gonna fuck me over for my brand. jk not that mad but im a bit worried someone gonna take my brand name without the vision i had to represents the word.

[@DreSprw]

I wanna give u a lil kiss after every vid u so positive

[@FragrantVenerations]

So basically being vegan and well dressed is impossible "?"

[@anachronismic]

I mean it's definitely harder.

[@anachronismic]

Re:the wool part, I think the point is it's more difficult to find a sweater that has the good shape and warmth properties of wool, so you're gonna have to do more homework to find a good knit in a different material. Or just live with the limitations.

[@Mister_Phafanapolis]

Sheep aren’t harmed by sheering and cotton and flax plants are no more harmed with harvesting than some vegetable you eat. Wearing plastic should be more of a concern.

[@Pltlsn97]

I'm vegan and I do thrift wool. No harm involved, and my skin is happy. Or if you can afford new designer clothes, try Stella McCartney

[@imfromcolorado]

All my homies hate polyester knits😡

[@asbestosmuncher8531]

As someone who is allergic to wool, I need polyester knits

[@corod-1]

For me it's 100% cotton or 100% linen next to the skin everything else is outerwear...

[@levicohen7333]

That_One_Guy you should try bamboo knits

[@megandell4]

Knits!! Yes cashmere, no on acrylic. Thanks Bliss! Love your videos!!

[@PeanutbutteredDailey]

I know this is more for shopping for better clothes, but I also found it useful as someone who is trying to just incorporate more handmade pieces into my wardrobe and style. :D Thanks!

[@theprousteffect9717]

I appreciate this video! It's so difficult shopping for high quality clothes - they're the exception and not the rule nowadays. Even the simplest, functional pieces with basic cuts like t-shirts and jeans are made so cheaply.

[@tara5742]

I’ve found anything with acrylic in it turns to garbage after a month even with careful…care.

[@iloveclothes666]

How do you recommend shopping for good quality clothes when you're a teenager? I don't have money to spend on designer or sustainable brands and fast-fashion can be so tempting.

[@colormeburple8132]

Quality over quantity. Focus on staple pieces with nice colors that all go together. I’ve always worn black but a combination of earth tones would be way better. And if you feel like it, splurge on more creative designs.

[@thewiselamb]

Thrifting is a really good option, I’ve gotten some of my best clothes from the thrift store and you can get high quality things for dirt cheap, plus it doesn’t support fast fashion

[@alfiey9201]

I’m in the exact same position. Best thing is to consistently browse the right places. Know what sites do great sales (like 70% off), and use sites like eBay and Depop to find outlet sellers or random used steals. I can’t remember the last time I bought an item for even half of its value, and know most of what I buy I can easily sell on for what I paid. Hope this helps!

[@James-hy1xc]

find steals save money and buy trade and sell ! Also vintage is amazing you can find nice cuts and cool shirts for cheap !

[@louisgardner5580]

Look at his previous video of buying clothes for cheap

[@karigrandii]

1 tip. Buy EVERYTHING second hand/thrifted. You will find so many interesting pieces and save money AND most importantly won’t support economic growth capitalism.

[@karigrandii]

Also this makes you avoid the trap of ”shopping” because it’s so easy to just find what you like and buy it if you have money. It’s way more of a challenge to find it used and hunt things down or just surrender to the things avaiable.

[@hypersynesthesia]

Yes, this tip über alles! It offers a much more interesting journey through fashion and is an effective way to utterly ignore trends and shop honestly for shit you just like, especially if you mix up where and how you buy secondhand (thrift/charity, hi-end vintage, ebay, yard sales, antique shops, etc). A good secondhand store is heaven.

[@marklee9609]

Bliss, i watched your videos nonstop after being recommended by a video called how to wash expensive clothes. Your channel is amazing!

[@iknowyouwanttofly]

You should also look to se that your knit is froggable so it can make it into yarn and knit something new when you gey boared of it or give/ sell the yarn. Engineering knits had a good beginner video on how to get yarn from old swester. Disagree on your other opinions on knitting. Any natural material is fine.

[@SweatDogg]

Love the video, any knowledge that gives us an edge in hunting down special pieces is very welcome. I do however have to give a nod to mercerized cotton such as used in old Coogi knit sweaters, it stands up to time and the comfort is there albeit not the same as softer wools like cashmere and mohair.

[@codysmith3853]

Maybe it's because I'm a kiwi but the idea of buying a knit that isn't wool is insane to me

[@waymentmrpostman9048]

Keep Going

[@the_lobster]

U could literally do 5 vids in the topics u discussed today 😂

[@prisha8779]

lol im watching this while making a cardigan with 100% polyester yarn. whoops?

[@treyanderson325]

What jeans you wearing in this video

[@BlissFoster]

They’re hand dyed by @ tiqoff on IG. They’re my favorite pants right now 💫💫

[@OurWalkAcrossAmerica]

Looking for brand suggestions for a staple wool tshirt. 5’8” broad shoulders, looking to purchase 5-10, so reasonable prices (25-45) appreciated... any ideas.

[@Mister_Phafanapolis]

What’s wrong with triblend? All _my_ homies hate people who hate triblend and hate capitalism. We got ourselves a H8 Club over here.

[@BlissFoster]

Triblend tends to fall apart and pill quickly in my experience. But I’m sure there’s exceptions out there 💫💫

[@sarahwatts7152]

"They make you look like you give really good hugs" just says 'nice chest,' yes? I am so using this in future

[@daftoad]

480p love

[@BlissFoster]

Yeaaa, huge oversight on this video. Still kicking myself over it 🥲

[@Marrow1ne]

Wow, thanks for this great video Keep up the good work!

[@iamnotjack.whydidichange]

What's wrong with cotton?

[@BlissFoster]

For knits? Like I mentioned, it’s just a sign that they probably are producing it the cheapest way possible. So it likely won’t last long, color won’t stick, etc 💫💫

[@Bickenback-y9q]

@@BlissFoster I'm looking at this CDG Homme Plus Knit made out of Polyester. Now i'm not sure if i should still get it. But the Design is so interesting

[@brownfox1540]

6:45 "and you can bet your ass that rick is not making any knits out of polyester or cotton" ... googled it, apparently you lose the bet, rick sells cotton rib knit sweaters.

[@whitecollarwill3035]

sounds like tosh.o

[@kritty_guy1906]

Thank you so much

[@miguelamadio9685]

Pants fire

[@Mr.Swankly]

Ritalin Tee Shirts? Truly subversive move on Tees is to go Pre-Brando Streetcar and wear them unseen, under other clothing, ONLY. The impact this would have on our now nearly nonexistent social contract would be incalculable.

[@BlissFoster]

🤯🤯

[@blackwornwhite134]

why is quality 480p?

[@BlissFoster]

Yeaaaa, that was an export mistake on my part. This is the only one like this, my bad 🤦

[@blackwornwhite134]

@@BlissFoster hehe thank you for your response :0 great video btw

[@treyanderson325]

Well if thats the case hopefully yhe whole "Riot, Riot, Riot" and scab collection will just come into my life 🤣

[@user-oj3vv1yz5w]

Archive stuff is cool but their are so many small brands making great stuff right now I cant justify lining the pockets of resellers anymore.

[@FeodorBrodski]

What's the problem with non-wool knits? My fav knit is a 100% linen YYPH cardigan and I've never had any problem with it

[@Mister_Phafanapolis]

It’s not non-wool as much as don’t buy a cotton or polyester sweater as those are poor materials for a knit sweater. A linen sweater sounds awesome.

[@FeodorBrodski]

Well yeah most cotton knits aren’t the best, but i’d still prefer a quality cotton knit over a cheap itchy wool sweater. Polyester does sound pretty bad though... Silk knits are the shit btw

[@duchessedeberne3909]

If you buy thrift or vintage you can het nice things wool and cashmere

[@michwil2]

This 480p is burning my eyes. Please try to film in better resolution. I would like to see clothing you show in full details.

[@ladydee4692]

It’s not even that bad, we were watching videos in 240p 10 years ago.... stop being dramatic.

[@michwil2]

You are right it was 10 years ago when myspace was still a thing. If you comapre itto nowadays standatds its pretty bad.

[@sethriggenbach]

@@ladydee4692 previous progress is never a justification to stop progressing

[@mantasmarcinkevicius3937]

I think the number one rule, which overrides all the other rules with no exception - if it fits with the clothes you alredy own and looks cool - you can probably make a good fit with that.

[@jamiek4421]

What about jaquemus sweaters made of a polyester / wool blend?

[@Smelly285]

480poop

[@NNRU-nz2in]

Good to see u back bliss

[@hocuspocus111]

i know this is unrelated but i just had the most out of nowhere, cookiest, sweetest dream about you, we were friends and you invited me on a bike ride, which i had to dress accordingly, then we went on a gameshow like bike ride, you had around 3 guests including me and we rode the tropical streets while doing tricks and having cute conversations, inbetween those you were interviewing this amazing lady about biodegradable fashion or whatever, earth friendly clothes you know, anyway, it was the sweetest dream i have ever had, there was an incredible connection like we were soulmates, a bit needy of me i know, but thank you! wishing you a spectacular week.

[@iyzacinnamonchristmas9014]

What did you wear on the bike ride?

[@hocuspocus111]

@@iyzacinnamonchristmas9014 i wore a blouse, like a pirate blouse of sorts, very flowy with a bow for a collar and black suit pants, was totally barefoot, he had a printed tee and fuzzy brown pants, thank you for asking

[@tristanbrennwald8748]

Thank you for this very informative video

[@soberlucas29]

i just want to know where the jacket you wear in the video comes from

[@BlissFoster]

It’s by Hybrid! I love that jacket so much. they’re on IG under the name ‘hybridclothing’

[@soberlucas29]

@@BlissFoster thanks bliss

[@mikkelgrut8754]

all my homies love bliss foster