How to Find High Quality Clothes. Dos and Don’ts.

Hi Everyone,
In this video I’m talking about how I spot good quality clothes that will last in my wardrobe for years.
I explain different aspects of material and construction, two pillars of high quality garments.
I’m sure I’ve missed something so please share with us your experience and how you find the best quality clothes.
I hope you enjoy the video!!!
TIME STAMPS:
00:00 INTRO
01:06 NATURAL MATERIALS
01:56 COTTON
03:21 CASHMERE
05:28 LINEN
06:23 SILK
07:18 LEATHER
07:54 FABRIC BLENDS
09:45 DESIGN/CONSTRUCTION
10:21 CLEANING
11:11 WEIGHT
11:47 COMFORT
12:19 FINAL PRESENTATION
13:28 STRETCH TEST
14:01 BUTTONS
16:40 ZIPPERS
17:31 LOOK INSIDE
18:38 SEAMS
19:36 LINING
20:44 PATTERN
21:27 HEM ALLOWANCE
22:01 HOW TO FIND GOOD QUALITY CLOTHES
HIGH QUALITY SHOPS I RECOMMEND:
NOT PERFECT LINEN (family-run, sustainable linen, ETSY)
BRORA (cashmere, wool)
JIGSAW (fine soft cashmere)
JOHN SMEDLEY (premium knitwear)
BODA SKINS (premium leather, viscose lining)
GUNDA HAFNER (UK made, wool, silk, linen, cotton)
SANVT (premium cotton, wool)
ASKET organic cotton basics, recycled wool,
ARMED ANGELS (organic, sustainable, ethical basics with a twist),
PEOPLE TREE (sustainable, organic, ethical - however to me clothes are too classic and generic),
LILYSILK (I especially recommend wool trousers, silk)
PATRIZIA ARYTON (COATS. could be only in Poland, but if you have a chance to shop there it’s a cheaper, but same quality as Max Mara)
OFFICINE GENERALE (tailoring, knitwear)
BAGS
CHYLAK (of course!!)
SONGMONT (haven’t been disappointed with a quality of my 2 bags, leather+silk lining)
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[@tonyp333777]

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

[@TheDriftwoodlover]

Always has been.

[@an5683]

Do you think it’s possible to buy men’s suit and personal-tailor it to a feminine figure?

[@Zinger9991]

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.

[@tonyp333777]

@@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 .

[@carrington2949]

Who are the markers of quality - fabric choices and construction? Is there something else you use as a determinate of quality?

[@guhreenskittles]

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..

[@lanal9330]

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.

[@alexiscox528]

If I’m not mistaken there is a documentary on KZbin 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.

[@sandraankenbrand]

I love Max Mara since like the 90s... their Alpaka Coat and the Cube is amazing

[@rubbaband999]

​@@alexiscox528 i would love to watch this! Do you remember what the documentary is called?

[@cgrass4035]

⁠what’s left to buy then?

[@lillianbarker4292]

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_Nailz]

Yes!! And when u do its poorly constructed / finished

[@Ingrid0410]

Agree!!! There is quite a difference in linen! I’ve found J Crew linen is lovely

[@SlowDownInStyle]

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☺️

[@kimberlyberlin4999]

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.

[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

Banana Republic makes 100% wool coats and blazers with breathable (rayon) linings. That’s where I have bought mine this year.🙂

[@kimberlyberlin4999]

@@kimberlyperrotis8962 thank you! I have a gray BR blazer I will go check the lining material.

[@ellamachado3079]

@@kimberlyperrotis8962Thank you for the tip!

[@MrsPaulaTorres]

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!!!

[@Ingrid0410]

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.

[@dianecyment1715]

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.

[@SlowDownInStyle]

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🤨

[@silviamantovan8015]

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?

[@latinaalma1947]

Now THAT is a real rip off

[@Si0412]

I also sweat in these kind of blazers. And then you cannot wash them.

[@christinecoates2499]

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.

[@shellbell8062]

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.

[@laurenbrown412]

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.

[@raniad1973]

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...

[@committedtoservice]

Absolutely brilliant ❤ Thank you for this detailed, thorough video! I’ve never come across a KZbin 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!!

[@joanne_niagara]

Wow, one of the best fashion videos I've seen. Thank you for such thorough information. This is incredibly helpful!!

[@zilbara.3221]

This is a great video! Thank you for reminding us that we deserve to wear quality clothes!

[@marycosgrove1587]

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!

[@cbd8846]

This lady is down to earth practical, smart and effortlessly chic. The real walk the talk thing.

[@lu_re7198]

Truly appreciate this video. And I may be one of the few who enjoy learning about good garment construction. Thank you!

[@LikeTheVik]

this is by far the best most essential video about clothing on KZbin, everybody needs to watch this

[@lucyjones5653]

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

[@BelgianBisous]

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)

[@alexandrabystrova812]

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!

[@SimpleAbundantLife]

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. 😂 ❤ 🥰

[@kimberlytucker3517]

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 😊

[@drsashina]

This video was so incredibly helpful and insightful. Thank you for sharing your wisdom! I'm excited to go shopping now!

[@VickieEB]

Thanks for the very informative video. I have to watch it again. Please keep recommending good quality brands. Thanks ❤

[@alenachansy6671]

Thank you for such a useful video! You are very nice to listen!

[@StoophStoph]

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.

[@nannetteaustin2542]

I loved this informative video, thank you. I didn’t want to look away or for it to end.

[@arciev.743]

What a great video, I learned a lot and will definitely be more aware of my future purchases! Thank you

[@natashadavies9569]

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.

[@kimmiemshannon8092]

Just found your channel! 10+ all the way around. Thank you & a blessed Christmas to you & your family 🌲 ❤

[@dianasanzana1838]

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!! 🌷🌷🌷

[@joanasolera8809]

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

[@brendaroberts881]

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.

[@BellsRing]

Thank you for making this video, it's going to help me so much!!

[@user-oj9ss3im9y]

this video was much needed, thank you!!

[@CynthiaArmstrong7]

What an incredible video. It really opened my eyes. I am subscribing. Thank you.

[@InfiniteMindset99]

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. 😊

[@Deb-ator]

Please post weekly. Your videos are brilliant

[@sourturtle514]

I love this vid. Very few fashion oriented KZbinrs focus on fabric and quality unless they are the historic wear type.

[@lynneeie5226]

I love your content & aesthetic 🥰

[@aaariellaaa]

This video was very useful and informative, thank you!

[@JorgeFernandez-wl6hi]

Thank you for the tips and information!

[@user-vf3od2eq9e]

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!

[@annalau2596]

There are several channels talking about it

[@dawnpotts5941]

This was a fantastic video! Thank you ❤

[@dm4859]

A very welcomed video. Thanks. Sometimes the algorithms are spot on.

[@sslexus430]

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.

[@kenim8134]

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.

[@LiMaking]

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.

[@kenim8134]

​@@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

[@bette-annlaberge4888]

Your videos are always so interesting, informative and packed with information. I love watching them! Thank you ❤

[@SlowDownInStyle]

Hello Dear!! Thank you for your support and kind words☺️ I’m really glad you enjoyed it💕

[@vivienkoles1880]

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?

[@svetlanacummins137]

I just bought an expensive cotton-linen skirt then realized it had polyester lining after I cut the tags off

[@AndreeaDimaFotograf]

This is the most useful video I've ever seen! I loooove your content sooo much! Thanks a lot for the info! 🤗

[@SlowDownInStyle]

I’m so happy you liked the video. Thank you so much for watching and for your kind words🥰

[@wyltedleaves]

Thank you for giving examples of brands you trust!

[@SlowDownInStyle]

You are so welcome! I keep updating the description with the brands I forgot to mention🥰

[@CryptoProphet]

This is a great video. I used to walk through designer shops just to look at how the clothes were made.

[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

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).

[@fijevj]

Really great! This video is super helpful! Can't wait for the video on wool and cashmere jumpers and sweaters (dont know the difference 😅)

[@suzanschneider6163]

Wonderful video with great information.

[@mhopi9744]

This is very interesting n very educational to me. Noted. Ty so much ❤❤

[@vicsanfiful]

Really useful and interesting video, loved it.

[@lckaren]

Excellent! Also advised by my Mother❤

[@kristinajohansson5099]

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.

[@harrisp422]

I'm learning so much from you - that was an excellent video

[@user-xo2lq9gb8k]

9:04 Dear Mariola, thank you so much for this video! This is information I did not find elsewhere. ❤

[@CAM-nn4bx]

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 !!

[@orbsoflight5894]

Great info thank you ❤

[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

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!

[@DarrylRajamae-tx3fk]

Thankyou for your video it will help people to find nice clothes as I have a interest in fashion too much cheap clothes the point of fabric and construction is very important

[@mainlittlerock5422]

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.

[@Nettesvideo]

Such a useful and thorough video. You got yourself a new sub 😉

[@SlowDownInStyle]

Thank you so much🥰 welcome aboard😊💕

[@andygarcia4497]

Extremely useful video

[@sylly654]

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!

[@derbywinner6316]

Sustainability clothing is the way to dress. You’re one of the KZbinrs influencers who’s not promoting cheap and low quality clothing. 👍

[@Ingrid0410]

Or advertising Lily Silk, Skill Share,?etc

[@kyl5005]

exactly what we need!

[@Gee_J]

Great content!

[@SigMaQuint]

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.

[@SlowDownInStyle]

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👍

[@xWabbli]

This video is amazing and just what I needed. Thank you very much. Please do some lookbooks if you haven't already.

[@SlowDownInStyle]

thank you so much for your lovely comment🫶 I’ve uploaded a festive season lookbook (7 days 7 looks) a few days ago if you haven’t seen yet🥰

[@margaridacepedaguinoiseau8486]

Very usefull. Thank you .

[@suzannestarkey4952]

An excellent primer on asessing clothes. The construction portion was especially helpful.

[@SlowDownInStyle]

thank you so much Suzanne. I’m really glad you enjoyed it😊🫶

[@gloriaa3652]

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.

[@lillianbarker4292]

Very good! Thanks

[@debbiemalina]

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 !

[@SlowDownInStyle]

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☺️

[@user-ps4pq7fz7p]

Great info!! ❤❤🇨🇦

[@sonyasever7625]

thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience, dear sister 💖💖

[@SlowDownInStyle]

you’re very welcome and thank YOU for taking your time to leave a comment🥰

[@Chahlie]

I'd be grateful just to find some decent quality fabrics to sew with!

[@4gma59]

ME TOO!!! Ugh!

[@EchoPale]

Me too. A lot of online shops look very sketchy

[@Daisyhaxha]

Very informative thank you I love your videos

[@SlowDownInStyle]

Thank you so much for your sweet comment. I’m really glad you enjoy my content🥰

[@katjushah9424]

Amazing video. Thank you so much. It is so concise and full of quality information 🙂

[@SlowDownInStyle]

Oh that’s great to read!! I was worried it would be too much information in one video🥰 thank you🙏

[@celinelanglois5185]

Amazing video, very useful ! Thank you 😊

[@SlowDownInStyle]

Thank you for your comment! I’m glad it was helpful😊💕

[@avrilwynnedavies]

Run away (at 10:52). Excellent advice!

[@Nickysmom]

I like spandex added to cotton, feels much more pleasant than all cotton. Also silk and spandex feels and looks great.

[@Ingrid0410]

Hi!! Enjoyed this video, where do you live? Even thrifting today, it’s mostly cheap fast fashion, not so in the 80s or 90s. I have beautiful Escada blazers I thrifted which are so much more beautiful than anything made today!

[@sharonh2991]

I always prefer cotton and my second favorite is silk. I also like a linen blend but I look for it to be more cotton than linen due to the wrinkling. Cashmere is too itchy and wool is out of the question, except for a coat.

[@soupafleye]

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

[@HestiaSmart]

She is an italian 😊 some valuable insights

[@singha6]

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

[@cubicoriginal4016]

Love You content ❤❤❤❤

[@fiddlersthree8463]

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?

[@dbach226]

Land's End carries petite sizes, as does J. Crew(which is the only maker to put interior pockets in their Women's blazers).

[@em5763]

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.

[@leighalexandra7899]

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

[@latinaalma1947]

5'4" also...yes to everything you said!!!

[@michalinaokrent6672]

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

[@loveearthspirit829]

I will follow you! ❤❤❤

[@Zyra_k]

This was very informative, thank you. Can you recommend affordable alternative brands that sell good-quality materials?

[@user-sn6fe7qn6w]

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!

[@Isla.R]

I loved the video❤ Do you have any suggestions for plus size clothing brands? It is so hard for me to find good quality plus size clothing😢

[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

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.

[@HunterLvyiXIII]

I have their bedding (it's wonderful) and was just looking into getting a couple blouses from them yesterday, I hope you're right

[@Laura-rx9mp]

Thank you

[@flower-ss2jt]

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!

[@michalinaokrent6672]

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

[@BettyJ155]

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.

[@mysteriousu5528]

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...

[@SlowDownInStyle]

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.

[@SlowDownInStyle]

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😘