How To Shop Quality Basics (Best Brands For High Quality Clothing)

How To Shop Quality Basics (Best Brands For Quality Clothing)
In this video, I tell you my personal rules and guidelines when it comes to shopping for high quality basics or quality clothing in general. When you have a minimalist wardrobe, clothing gets more wear and it's important to have nice quality things that will be durable through wear and wash.
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[@NajaSierra]

OBS! For an actual brand for Quality basics, try out Asket: c.klarna.com/al/8Imf/

[@iriska522]

Seeing luxury brands producing their items with 50-100% polyester knocks me down

[@allenwalker9200]

some polyester can be well crafted tho

[@cryptoinanutshell]

​@Valari Blue still plastic

[@TheModernMuses]

And they charge outrageous prices for these items!

[@megaira86]

I was working in a big thriftstore here in Canada over the last 6 month and while I was sorting thru all the donations I learned so much about fabric and how it will age. I bought a cashmere sweater from the early 90s and its still in perfect condition. I´m a vegan but its fine for me to buy those items second hand and I´m pretty sure that from now on I will just buy things like merino wool, casmere and silk because it will last me so much longer, you dont have to wash it that often, its nicer for you body and you look way more sophisticated even you are wearing just a sweater. PS: I´m learing a lot from your videos, too, so thank you!

[@NajaSierra]

That is so interesting and so true!

[@yanzi8543]

❤wow inspiring, thanks

[@maeganrose9591]

Love this feed back, thanks! Any thoughts on Linen? I’m debating adding linen to my summer wardrobe -seems to be one of those things ppl either love or hate

[@paulhagen1002]

being vegan is immoral

[@larissaguy9083]

Thanks for the reminder about polyester. I’m trying so hard to avoid it but it’s everywhere!!!!

[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

I wanted to name a daughter Larissa, it means fortress in Greek (I’m half Greek), and is lovely. As for polyester, just say no, and keep looking. I save up and buy from LilySilk, instead.

[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

I made a commitment to never buy synthetics. If many people do this, brands will stop trying to foist this crap on us. You don’t see much polyester in men’s clothes, why? They won’t buy it, just like they won’t buy uncomfortably shoes. Manufacturers have been trying to sweet-talk these fabrics for years, renaming them things like Microfiber, Air Fabric, etc. They are even trying to sell poly sheets! Just Say No.

[@heartquaked]

Excellent points!!

[@Marsolan]

Great goal. Cotton, linen, hemp, cupro, tencel, modal, second hand, wool, recycled wool, recycled polyester...there are choices for heaven sakes By the way, I bought men's joggers that fit me great and , wait for it, they are 100% sustainable fabric. I am actually thinking about exploring that section.

[@lifeontheledgerlines8394]

I also have quit buying synthetics. It's definitely a pain to find pieces without polyester/nylon/acrylic but it also saves me tons of money on pieces I would've otherwise bought, so I'm happy with my decision!

[@JRspeaking]

I wish everyone would stop buying the cheap, crappy fabrics. But, fast fashion is just continuing to grow. So sad.

[@TheModernMuses]

So agree with the menswear comment! Always floored by how long lasting and beautiful my husbands options are vs mine at mall shops 😮

[@Jessica_Jones]

What I've come to realize, too, (thanks to your videos!) is when it comes to natural fibers, since you so rarely need to wash some of them, you are also saving on energy usage, so there really are many layers of savings for ourselves and for the planet by buying fewer and better-quality garments!

[@NajaSierra]

Yes great point xx

[@towse]

Polyester is very frustrating, I'm happy to know I'm not alone in thinking this!

[@licelottw7805]

No, you are not, polyester is everywhere is so irritating 🤦🏽‍♀️

[@annaklaus8377]

Totally agree that buying few, well-considered, quality pieces in natural fibres, even when the brand isn't especially sustainable, is a respectable, smart option for being more sustainable. Especially when the aesthetic or limited sizing in smaller, ethical brands isn't working for you. I'm combing strategies to be more sustainable in the way I dress, including finding out what high end brands do sizing that suits my tall frame and then buying them second hand.

[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

Agreed. I can only afford brands like H&M, but they do have good, natural fiber options. I just skip past the synthetics.

[@chika_333]

i have an expensive issey miyake plisse jacket that i really love the silhouette and it fits well with my style and my whole wardrobe in general but it is a pain to find the perfect weather to wear it. thanks to your videos now i understand the reason behind it. polyester ❌

[@The3Halliwell3]

had never considered buying clothes on etsy wow but ill def take a look now

[@Shessorich]

Yes there is so many good things on there as well as eBay

[@The3Halliwell3]

@@Shessorich Definitely! had just never thought about it for clothes!

[@tracygellatly1267]

Great video Naja! Would you consider doing another "cost per wear" video? Maybe sharing an update on your most and least worn items? Also, a "how to shop luxury brand secondhand websites?" Thank you for your consideration of these topics.

[@NajaSierra]

Thank you! Yes absolutely. I do get into cost per wear in my updates every month as well, just FYI for if you aren't watching them xx

[@arlenewitt248]

Did I miss something? The heading says best brands for high quality, but I did not hear any brands listed. I am not looking for the names of high end luxury brands (aka expensive), but the names of brands that are medium or moderately priced high quality clothing (such as Pendleton). This video is nothing but another rehash of what can be found on a gazillion other channel, such as places to go for used clothing (Etsy, Posh-mark, etc)

[@NajaSierra]

Yes, you missed the message just a few seconds in that I wouldn't be listing brands and why I named the title as I did, so it's unfortunate you watched it all except the intro. Shame you didn't find the answer you're looking for but good luck! x

[@kee7374]

Yes misleading title

[@Cherries_n_Stitches]

7:12 The X stitch on your Mango Blazer... it's a temporary stitch. You need to remove it. Those are only there so the piece holds its shape a bit better in transport.

[@NajaSierra]

Wow, thank you! I'll remove that straight away 😂 The lining looks a mess regardless, but still! Thanks for the tip xx

[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

Usually pockets on blazers are stitched closed, too. Just pick these stitches out with a seam ripper, there will be fully functional pockets under there.

[@Jessica_Jones]

@@kimberlyperrotis8962 mine were so well stitched together, I only just recently figured out that I do in fact have pockets in one of my blazers, haha!

[@ti42lia]

I need someone with your aesthetic but for warm toned skin. I love your style and I love to wear blue, but I have a warmer skin undertone, so finding blues, or in general the colors I like, to match that is not always super easy.

[@Marsolan]

Excellent video. And yes, microplastic polution is no joke!

[@mantra_dancecrew]

Great content and advice, I am also getting use to being more mindful about shopping choices and wardrobe in general. Best wishes from Croatia :)

[@helanalurie9962]

Agree. Any unnatural fibre is not sustainable. All the clothing I didn't wear in the past were polyester or acrilic. Nowadays if it is not cotton, linen (etc), I just don't buy them. To. Me the material is as important as the fit and style.

[@Nick-wy2uf]

Im autistic and have trouble with clothing a lot. it's taken me a while to find what i like and found out that it's not always natural fibers that are comfortable. For example my aunt gave me a casmire sweater and I couldn't wear it bc it itched too much 😔 and I have other materials that i like as well... confort is very personal i guess 😅

[@wolkan_5660]

Definitely high quality content, thanks alot

[@tatertot2689]

I appreciate that you try to not buy what you don’t need and encourage others to do the same. However, this video is titled something different. I wish you had talked more about quality fabrics to look for, brands to research. What to avoid besides polyesters and Acrylic. Thanks!! 😊

[@licelottw7805]

What do you think about the fabric viscose ?since it is semi synthetic

[@siljemarie4531]

May I ask which lipstick you are wearing in the video? Love it!

[@NajaSierra]

Lolita from Kat Von D xx

[@pinkroses135]

I've been looking for mauvey pink purple things with rounded details, not an easy feat with basics, and having those type of requirements keeps me from spending a lot of money. Just wanting color and quality seems impossible at times.

[@pinkroses135]

Besides the poor seam work they piece the fabric together in mix matched directions and it puckers or doesn't move with the body like its supposed to. That's something else to watch out for in synthetics.

[@pamelalaurent4574]

What are some good stores to shop that sell quality clothes

[@beautywithlila]

Hi, great content. Which US store would you recommend? I’m looking for good quality blazers, trench coat, sweaters...

[@EmA-sm8se]

I personally like Everlane if you live in the U.S.

[@a11px6]

J Crew has some good options

[@emmy8526]

Massimo Dutti and Club Monaco also have good quality items

[@chinola32]

Check out Reiss. They're a UK brand but ship to the US and have amazing quality.

[@andreapoulieva6717]

Everlane all the way !

[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

I was excited to try the online custom shop Samisurra, they seemed to offer some nice fabrics. But, I searched everywhere for the fiber content of their linings, it’s not there, only words like soft, luxury, etc., so it’s polyester, no way. Then, I saw some of their items in a style video, and wasn’t impressed with the fit or fabrics custom-made for the content producer. Everything looked too snug, and the revers of the print cotton shirt had that ugly, dull, faded gray look and didn’t account for cotton shrinkage in the ease. That custom-linen clothing brand, sorry forgot name, on Etsy has great reviews, though, I’ll try them.

[@martaborkowska8168]

Well said! Better buy one thing that you really love that 50 that are so so :) Better for your wallet, better for the planet! Remember people, when buying anything, we are basically woting with our money.

[@NajaSierra]

Very true xx

[@imsoooboredjaehyun]

Wat shops to buy from for good quality basics like tops, loungewear etc

[@katiechasm]

Any tips on making natural fabric pieces look more formal? Like with matching sets, I feel that they can lean a bit more 'loungewear' in natural fabrics vs. the polyester ones

[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

Iron them thoroughly with Magic Sizing, this restores the new factory finish and sharpens them up a lot.

[@maryam.m]

I've found a thicker weave allows the fabric to "stand" on its own rather than slouch. Find a weight and drape that works for you 😉

[@tigrezz0852]

How I wish we had “Thread up” here in Australia ☹️ great video as always Naja!

[@emmy8526]

What about Depop or Poshmark?

[@jenniferkay7876]

Mee too 😢

[@tigrezz0852]

Emmy haven’t tried either to be honest, is it user friendly?

[@Keapix]

I wish it was in the UK too.

[@mkc5230]

Any Scandinavian brands that you love?

[@daniellarodriguez1801]

Hey, I'm new to your channel. Can you tell me what shade of lipstick you're wearing. Its suits you very well.

[@beluasmr]

Excelente

[@Miras.world_]

What about microfiber is it bad I’m trying to purchase sustainable good quality long lasting basics if anyone has suggestions please let me know

[@RosequartzDivination]

I recently bought something in a famous brand shop where they advertise sustainability. I washed the items 2,3 times and it peels so badly, color washed out, hmmm 😉... It's the opposite of the definition of sustainability.

[@Jumping4Fun54]

Everlane? Lol

[@RosequartzDivination]

@@Jumping4Fun54 no hnm

[@SirS2pendous]

Looking for quality basics to save money AND she has a sticker over her webcam? Smart girl.

[@kathyesargent9088]

❤️❤️😍

[@quickdinnerrecipe]

the content is super good, but an ad plugged every two minute is just unbearable! i miss the times where there was just ONE ad at the beginning.

[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

It’s KZbin, not Naja, putting in the ads. If you watch a lot of YT, like I do, you might like their ad-free service, I think it’s called Premium, I think it’s worth the $11/month US.

[@Ellieskitchen]

🥰🥰

[@le7062]

thumbnail is not what the video talks about.

[@ChiefCedricJohnson]

1 John 4:18 There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love.

[@jess49497]

Congratulations on your channel and video, you are a wonderful person, new subscriber from Mexico City, congratulations.