Is anything worth buying at Abercrombie? | Men + Women’s Summer/Spring '24 Review

[@antiichristie]

This channel is a breath of fresh air. I'm so exhausted from going to the mall, looking online, etc. and all the clothes you can buy are either $10 trash, $100 trash, or $1000 trash. 😡

[@benpohlmann2352]

Friendly reminder that there are thousands of small and insanely beautiful brands out there that focus on natural materials, clean finishing and a more sustainable approach to production. You'll just don't find them in your local shopping street, no matter what budget you are looking for. I would highly recommend following public figures that put extraordinary thought into the making of clothes, you usually hear a lot of great recommendations from them.

[@mwahha6965]

Real

[@DeniSoars]

Lo lol trashhhhh

[@aiai-j7i]

Vintage everything for me--furniture and clothes 😊

[@fgslkjh2049gdkjh]

me (has never been to abercrombie, lives in a country without abercrombie): wow i can't believe abercrombie is doing this

[@nelhnz6980]

Hahah same.

[@CherryJuli]

It’s actually not that bad. She just chooses the weird looking clothes of the stores 🫣

[@rumtroll3123]

🤣

[@tomurashigarakiii]

Same!

[@semzip8558]

I agree. About 3-4 years ago when they were beginning their comeback the quality to price ratio was much better but since increasing in popularity their prices have increased and quality has taken a dive.

[@missalicesmiles]

💯. I remember always finding something cute and affordable a few years ago and now I barely find anything cute that's worth the price

[@D-ROCKET5665]

The Abercrombie ultra parka from 2018 in my opinion was the greatest feat they did with the entire year along with the jfk capsule collection in March of 2018

[@itsjoy3466]

Love that this flies in the face of the“I’m obsessed” influencers.

[@greenismeen]

Before their big re-brand, I would save up to buy their jackets because the quality and detail was top notch. My two jackets from 2008 still looking great, can't same the same for some of the new items I've purchased. It's very hit or miss.

[@wendychen2828]

Well that explains why everything always looks so cute online but when i make a trip to the store im always un-inspired!!!!

[@AaronSmith-kt2fs]

“somebody buy Abercrombie a stenter!” 😂😂😂

[@PlasmicPenny]

The worst part is that Abercrombie was having a mini comeback with cool stuff and good prices (youd have yo take my A&F bikini out of my cold dead hands) and seeing how quick they puvoted to fullout sellout mode

[@kelseyloveskitties]

I bought a few really cute things at Abercrombie last summer, after not shopping there since 2005. I was impressed at the quality and design. Fast forward to a few weeks ago…awful quality and subpar design. I was like “what the hell happened?” This video proves my point. I have a background in design as well, so I love your videos that prove what I’ve been seeing too. Sad and weird state of the industry right now.

[@sparklie962]

Agree! Back in the day Abercrombie made beautiful, high quality pieces. Back then the price points were above most mall chain stores, but the stuff was made to last - and the stores were immaculate. I was sorry to see that they don't bother trying to merchandise things nicely anymore, e.g., at least steam out the wrinkles on the *mannequin.* That's where it should look its best - not like they found it on the floor of a Value Village. I was downtown last weekend - walked into Abercrombie and walked out without even pulling anything off a rack for a closer look. Breaks my heart to see how far the brand has fallen.

[@maryrohatgi]

I totally agree. I shop at A&F purely because of the curve love line. However the quality definitely doesn’t warrant the price tag. Sometimes the best option is to thrift a high quality piece that is slightly too big and get it altered, but I can’t always be bothered to spend the time to do that😆

[@berthavelia]

i love their curve love jeans! literally no other jeans flatter my body better, if i find a pair i like in store, i always cheap depop or mercari to see if i can find it cheaper and save money that way.

[@katrinaa980]

sammmeee abercrombie and everlane curve lines are the only thing that fits me 🥲

[@ElLonash]

I owe you my life 😭 your channel taught me so much about the clothes I buy.

[@jenna0158]

Your reviews are always my favorite!

[@bffkitty]

Love the amount of detail you put into this. Not too much detail for someone unfamiliar with sewing, but discerning enough for someone who wants to learn how to spot a high-quality garment.

[@bunneyvibes]

Jen, never change who you are!!!!! We are grateful asf you exist ❤

[@jmanninja]

I’m a guy and actually love watching these videos, you have taught me and a lot of others how to judge quality pieces, thank you!

[@Sunshine4]

I LOVE how the denim doesn’t have A&F branding❤ I feel a way about wearing American Eagle jeans bc of the pockets - makes me feel like an high schooler 😂

[@meacelestin]

Re: pleated bodices, I actually disagree with your opinion about pleating the fabric once the garment is attached. The traditional sewing method for pintucks and such is actually to pleat the fabric then construct the garment. But the math of it all is carefully done beforehand. I think this is yet another "fast fashion speeding incident" or poor drafting. These brands want the look of elevated sewing, without the actual time/skill/cost of elevated sewing. I do appreciate your videos pointing out their shortcomings. Most people don't sew or aren't around sewing in their daily life and need this type of content. As someone from a family of seamstresses and milliners, IMO, most modern RTW is crap, people just can't tell anymore.

[@wangjenniferr]

Thanks for the info! Although I’ve self taught some basic sewing and garment construction skills, I don’t have formal fashion design training so I was definitely just theorizing how best to make that kind of bodice. Definitely appreciate insights from true experts like yourself!

[@Rosesrade8]

Thank you for the thorough review! So disappointing to see how tanked the quality is 😭 if you ever got the chance I’d love to see your thoughts on the items from Uniqlo’s linen collection!

[@kaitlynesse]

I love your videos! You have helped me avoid so many bad purchases (and honestly a lot of them are Abercrombie!!) I have two pairs of the Sloane pants and they look sooo bad after less than a year of wearing them 1 or 2 times a month. Not worth it!

[@irelandlopezpena4837]

I’m glad you reviewed this store. I have been looking at some of their items online and haven’t had the chance to see them in person so this video was very helpful. Thank you!😊

[@zorillaaa]

Omg I feel like I learned SO much about what to look out for just from this video. Normally I love Abercrombie but I’ve never looked that hard. Thank you!!!

[@amarjotsingh8455]

I used to work there in 2013 and man the quality was way better

[@momomelons]

I love your in-depth reviews and explanations on what to consider and avoid. This has honestly helped me out so much and think twice before buying my clothing pieces. ❤❤

[@clearlymissherd]

I worked in two clothing stores in the early '00s. Both sold what was considered to be fast fashion at the time. But we had fabric steamers in the stock room, and made sure each blazer, skirt, pair of pants etc was ironed out and hung up properly. The racks were not overstuffed (except for the sale sections) and we made sure jackets and tops were buttoned so they'd hang nicely. It's wild to see today's stores putting displays together with insanely creased and rumpled clothing! I've learned from your video that polyester items have to be run through a machine that helps them become wrinkle resistant. It's clear fast fashion companies are skipping steps and rushing things out the door. But I see those dresses, and think of my managers who would NEVER have let their shop windows and entrances look like that.

[@madelineglidewell4355]

Yup. The curve line is the only reason I shop there. The curve love dad short are the best fitting shorts I’ve ever found so it was worth it (with a coupon code of course) for me.

[@Sweet.t0.dream.]

I really like her long form vids ^_^ So excited for her next review!

[@maryshi_]

Keep making these reviews so we can be informed consumers! 🔥

[@adrov849]

I was always told to shop like this. My family are immigrants so a lot of their clothes were made in their villages back home so they taught me how to spot good fabrics, cuts, stitching and construction

[@claudiaclaudia8956]

Same!

[@RajAujla-h4c]

On trip to London, I rushed purchased the worst pair of petite jeans from A&F, it cost me £80 and they felt like they were 90% elastic with very weak denim. I found much better petite at River Island, much better denim that lasts and I wanted to wear. Thank you for making these video’s they are so helpful. ❤

[@07Janina07]

Thank you. I have learned so much from you on how to buy clothes.

[@mimiwtcbb]

As someone who has worked there for a year… it’s not worth it. Some many of the items snag and pill so easily. The jeans are ok though!

[@sabinaciardi9929]

What do you think of their bodies? That’s the only thing I’ve bought from them and I LOVE them

[@mimiwtcbb]

@@sabinaciardi9929 Honestly, it’s one of their better items! The bodies aren’t sheer and easy to snag like others I’ve seen and they are pretty easy to style, I just wish they came in more colors in store.

[@droserowl7633]

I love your long form contents!! I used to buy tshirts and wooly jacketes from them all the time 10 years ago. They were so cheap yet so durable. Some of which I still wear today. I love the big moose logos and the retro look. A shame they pivoted...

[@tomjones2157]

@droserowl7633 it happened because consumers want cute 4 cheap. You said it yourself...

[@droserowl7633]

@@tomjones2157 Not cute for cheap. But the possibility of finding cute clothing in an era where they sell durable clothing at a reasonable price. I don't think there is anything wrong with wanting cute simple designs at affordable pricing. That shouldn't be interpreted as I would be okay with compromising quality for cuteness. You see where I'm coming from?

[@leastidyworld4365]

Thank you 🙏🏻 for educating us about how clothes should be made.

[@AngelissimaASMR]

Such a helpuful video! I'm loving your channel.

[@AngelTrazo]

I love how detailed your reviews are! I’m learning how to spot quality from you

[@bngr_bngr]

I have a plaid shirt I bought from Abercrombie 10 years ago. It’s one of my favorites. But it’s lasted so long that I haven’t gone back to get a replacement.

[@MelissaMelissa-ge6jx]

I’ve been impressed with their whites. They have lined most of the styles. I never buy white because it’s always too see through for me. I agree the sewing quality varies from item to item. Am trying some of their T-shirts this summer as they are cotton/spandex. Not a lot of brands seem to do cotton without polyester anymore.

[@babelfish567]

I bought the Sloane Tailored Pants recently because they went on clearance, and it happened to be my size, and a color/style that I was looking for (so basically the stars aligned). But I would never buy anything from anywhere full price, unless I truly needed it, or it was an emergency. I agree that most of their dresses, especially the stiff linen ones, look like potato sacks! I have a few pieces from H&M that are really high-quality and have lasted a long time through multiple washes, and it's so true that you have to go into the store and truly feel the fabric to assess the quality.

[@meghanc5412]

I learn so much from you! So interesting. Great video :)

[@halcyionic]

Trying to be more conscious of where I buy but I’m running out of places I CAN buy from 😭 Could really use suggestions for someone in their mid 20s!!

[@mcourtois75]

Would love to see you do a shop at Simons, it's a store chain that comes from Quebec City and I think they have great quality at fair prices, especially their private label "Contemporaine". They have a store in Mississauga and two more stores coming up at Yorkdale and Eaton Center in 2025.

[@clairewillow6475]

I love the one in downtown Montreal ❤

[@heyyou3359]

I am one of your audience from US. I've been seeing a lot of people buying these aussie brands like Kookai, Tigermist, Meshki. Can you please do a quality check on these brands as well? They don't do free return and the buyer can only do international shipping, so your review would be very helpful for us!!

[@heyyou3359]

@lilacopal7717 awww thank you so much for your reply and this is very helpful! I will go ahead and order some pieces from kookai ❤

[@rbags934]

I’m from the UK and would love a review of mint velvet, cos, phase eight, M&S ❤

[@xcf1614]

M&S has a lot of really well made cotton items

[@teoleno4019]

Is it really a smart idea to but linen blazer that is lined with synthetics? The whole purpose for linen clothing is to be breathable in summer time.

[@pj881]

Love your content Jen!

[@minnieJesusfreak]

hi Jen! please could you do a review of hollister?

[@ironpan5340]

As someone who works in a mall (not A&F though) you learn pretty quick which places to avoid and which to shop at. Forever 21 and A&F are crazy! $50 for a jacket at Forever 21 that looked like it couldnt even be washed cause it was fake fur. Its ridiculous. Id rather shop at Hollister or Rainbow, cause atleast the prices are mostly worth what im getting.

[@kristentharappel1441]

The low rise baggy jeans is the only thing I love from them.

[@i_ris27]

I feel like the only things worth buying there are the denim, especially since they offer extra lengths which is a plus for petite or tall people.

[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

I recently ordered a green linen skirt and matching green-striped linen top from A&F that I loved the look of. The fabric quality looked ok, the prices were a bit high for the average quality, But, OMG, the fit! The skirt was at least 8 inches too big around my hips, sticking out in weird empty flaps, but the waist was a little tight. I couldn’t have sized down in the waist and the fixed waistband design had no elastic, give or ease, it should have been more comfy based on their size chart. The top was absolutely enormous, I could have put two of me in it. Both items were lined with cotton. For most clothes, a natural-fiber lining like this is a definite quality upgrade. But, I can only wear unlined 100% linen in the hot summers where I live, I just can’t tolerate an extra layer of fabric, even a natural-fiber one (all I buy or wear) when it’s 105F, as it has been in recent weeks. They have to go back, and I don’t think I’ll order from them again. I can’t imagine what woman’s body shape these might fit, certainly not mine! These two pieces looked like a clown outfit on me. I had the same lining problem with Banana Republic’s linen dresses. I ordered three gorgeous linen dresses, but all were fully lined with cotton, even the bodices. I might have been able to tolerate a lined skirt on a cooler day, but not on my torso. These dresses also felt oddly stiff and on the tight side, they were in my regular size, but they were just too structured. I want slightly more ease in summer linen items, and even though I ordered petites, they were much too low-cut. It seemed the designers were trying to make a form-fitting tailored party dress out of this very casual fabric, it just didn’t work right. Thanks for your videos🙂

[@loreleiandworld3774]

You do the best reviews. This is in my budget but definitely avoiding this store now. I need some new work wear. Would you consider doing a Massimo Dutti review?

[@sanagupta734]

I appreciate all of your insight and I will definitely pay more attention to fabric composition and stitching going forward! However, it’s worth noting that Abercrombie’s wedding shop is meant for wedding guests and pre-wedding events, not necessarily wedding dresses. Just to give some more context to your evaluation of the wedding shop and the various colors and fabrics offered.

[@Spisie]

I am glad to know at least the jeans passed the test. I am 4’11 but have wide hips so their curve line plus height options for pants (online only though) does offer me something most brands do not

[@PrincessAlbertina11]

Disagree about the Sloan pants, I have the mid rise ones in black and they are more comfortable than the effortless and I haven't had an issues with wrinkles. Thanks for the review regardless!

[@kitten4790]

Can you examine Calvin Klein next please?

[@amandak.4246]

7:07 since they all uniformly look like that, i think the fabric is just nubby and is meant to be that way.

[@Dom.Beis.]

What are the shops that you positively recommend?

[@trevor_corey8037]

No stop I love them 😭

[@vishyav]

As a long time follower of your channel and frequent abercrombie shopper I think the quality issues are valid. I own several colors of the sloane pants (size 12) and their drop waist dresses from last year. For more curvier figures their silouhettes are much more affordable than aritzia and other brands and I machine wash all their clothes and they hold up. Sad to see their quality decline.

[@linesmakeshapes]

Omg thank u!! There is no A&F near me, but I was always sooo SOOO disappointed when I ordered online! I learned to just not order from them because I felt like I was being tricked 😭 (I guess I was!)

[@prettynpetty8342]

I hate to say it but the old Abercrombie quality was top tier. Hated the CEO but lived the styles for women. I’m currently on the hunt for their dresses and lace tops from the 2000s.

[@aniafrick3523]

Where do you recommend for the best basic white/ black tees!?

[@LightOfJoy1]

I'd love for you to review Evereve.

[@milainnewyork]

Thank you for this video! To me, the only pieces that are worth the money are their Curve Love jeans (can’t find jeans that fit my proportions 70cm waist and 102 hips) and their premium linen. I recently got a vest and shorts and they’re really flattering and well made! ❤

[@gnomie3908]

When will they bring mid or low rise shorts back 😭 I have a long torso (hourglass) and I look terrible in hard fabrics like denim because it never reaches my waist

[@BigbangAndSujuFan]

I dont own any of this collection, but i did purchased some of their jeans and trousers online, and honestly, they are my favorites. They have suitable sizes for petite like me, their jeans are comfortable and flattering to my body shape, and the trousers look really expansive (i guess its also a matter of color. I own black blue). So i dont think they are all that bad...BUT, i know now that i need to stay on the pants lane.

[@Oranda-sd1ht]

Please review Levi and superdry. I shop there too, I know their clothes can be pricey as well. But I always get it on sale.

[@LauraOtermat]

Anybody else confuse Abercrombie & Fitch, Hollister, and American Eagle, or is that just me?

[@Oranda-sd1ht]

Please try & other stories next!

[@meghnamathur3188]

review aritzia's summer line

[@MariaJimenez-gn7se]

I love your content! May I ask where do you usually buy your clothes?

[@mkate769]

the WORST thing about abercrombie is their quality control issues-.almost every wash of their jeans fits completely different within the same tagged size and style!! i also recently bought the linen tanktop you tried on at 7:22 but in two different colors and the size discrepancy is laughable, even though they're labeled the same size. this is such a widely known issue too, but abercrombie does not care :/ the only reason i shop there is for their curve love line and plus sizes but i'm consistently frustrated by the quality over and over and over again.

[@karolineberge3102]

How did you learn what to look for in clothing??

[@hejiranyc]

It seems to me that your fit issues may have been addressed by going down to a smaller size (if a smaller size was even available).

[@Aileenwasright]

The missing patch is intentional obviously since it’s a consistent feature on all of their denim. I agree the curvy jeans are great and imo better than curvy denim I’ve tried from Everlane and Madewell. But the rest of their line isn’t good and like you said it’s just H&M tier at this point.

[@marianalemus]

Hope you make a video at Uniqlo ❤

[@AdovianDones]

I remember when guys used to say "yah it's Abercrombie" with their stupid banged hairflips😂😂 Vintage A&F holds up tho.

[@DezitaAlvarado]

Can someone give me a summary of which stores does she recommend to buy? Is there really a good quality store out there? Or did everything turned into fast fashion?

[@veronicasmemories]

Your videos are so helpful, thanks (:

[@Djk2578]

I don’t find anything similar at H&M though but I do agree the quality is very cheap especially for the price mark..

[@MereenJacobThomas]

I thought all their denim doesn’t have a patch on the back?

[@TwoSnailsAway]

Could you review Farm Rio? 🥺

[@shreyapatil1420]

Hey can you review shoes? I would like to buy NewRock shoes but do not know if they are worth it

[@CherryJuli]

It‘s hit or miss there. I wouldn’t get the seasonal stuff but the staples. Those are usually good quality. The summer clothes usually contain linen which makes it look wrinkly. I would stay away from that. Their Emerson dresses (not the linen blend version) are amazing. Abercrombie is the only place that actually has jeans that fit me since I have a large behind.

[@togp3403]

These videos are always great and helpful, but they’d be more helpful if some of them also focused on which brands I should buy from. Not everyone can spend hundreds on one piece, so showing us options for things to get from different brands that do offer a good value for the average person would be great.

[@eegk]

id love it if you had any commentary about brandy melville. there was an hbo documentary that came out recently about them, but out of all their faults, i personally never thought quality was one of them (almost all their clothes are pure cotton, theres very little polyester or viscose)

[@madelynmatulis4493]

Are there any good quality affordable tweed jackets? I’ve really been wanting one but I don’t want to end up getting something that’s going to fall apart. Also, could you do a review of Ann Taylor??

[@ivyk8030]

It’s crazy that this review exists and yet their stock price is at an all time high.

[@rubiirae]

Stains on the clothing pieces don’t necessarily mean they’re hard to put on, you forgot that there are plenty of nasty people out there who carelessly jam their giant heads into the tops that are 2-3 sizes too small for them

[@nerd23x]

Excuse me but could you do a men's version for A&F!! You don't have to wear the clothes but tell us what is worth or not buying

[@onaippiano3491]

I dress pretty masculinely and like abercrombie's men section. while it unfortunately has many of the same issues as the women's (overpriced, bad materials, lack of quality control, mismatched patterns/prints) there *is* noticeably better quality. for a brand with a woman ceo, she's still contributing to typical sexism in the industry 😭

[@irinacenteno1564]

Hi! I wonder if you could help me. I'm looking for a store (I'm based in western Europe) where I can buy quality clothes that are similar to the ones SheIn or other similar crappy brands have. Most quality stores offer clothes like the ones you are showing here in terms of style, more like straight angles and a bit formal for my taste 😅. Thanks!

[@khadiza3330]

Can you recommend me some websites for high quality solid color strapless mini dresses?

[@Propfaqs]

Symmetry is practically impossible when it is attempted on an assembly line. One seamstress sews the left arm, the other the right, a third attaches sleeves from a pile to a bodice. How can this ‘process’ look immaculate?! My big pet peeve is with patterned fabric. While I love some designer blouses, I would only buy it in the store to make sure I am not going to see the pattern haphazardly pieced together… flowers in the 10” repeat on top of each other. I sew so I know getting things to look visually ‘right’ is painstaking and factories generally fail unless you are paying in the $500 range.

[@safirasarkar5255]

as a tall curvy girl I do like the curve love solane dress pants but now I don't know 😅

[@fiorylolo]

Ted Baker please

[@XOEly503]

Could you pls do a meshki review ?

[@crazycatlady312]

I just gave up and started shopping with UK brands/websites. Their clothes are way better quality.

[@pugluv23]

any recommendations? 😁

[@crazycatlady312]

@@pugluv23 Meshki Oh polly House of cb J lux label Jaded London Revolve Murci Pepper mayo

[@pugluv23]

@@crazycatlady312 thank you!!! 🩷

[@julielongmakeup]

What brands should I be buying from?

[@tripunk]

I think the answer is: there isn’t any one brand. No brand is all that. Which is why Jen makes these videos, most brands have both good and bad items, some have more good, some much more bad.