I just went to the Reformation store in London and was shocked at the quality. They are basically using premium fabrics but fast-fashion stitching. As a person who has been in fashion production industry, I would not buy their stuff at the price they are selling.
@emilyxjean10 ай бұрын
100% agree. Their dresses never make it past a couple of wears . Much prefer realisation par
@jimin80069 ай бұрын
Wait really? I have been planning to go to their london store on Black Friday and have been saving up for it :(
@sugakay9 ай бұрын
@@jimin8006 okay if it's half off or more. but should lower your expectations in terms of longevity. hope this helps.
@mariak54729 ай бұрын
@@emilyxjean I am confused, I have their dress and it's been through A LOT (like, for real, I did crazy things) and it is fully in tact :D
@emilyxjean9 ай бұрын
@@mariak5472 I’ve had issues at seams and zippers - especially where they haven’t been reinforced. Maybe I’ve had bad luck?
@1pink2pink3pink Жыл бұрын
Came here from your Instagram; this is very useful. Thanks for uploading. Genuinely it feels like nowadays every brand is just charging luxury brand prices without having the quality, or previously dependable luxury brands are going down in quality. Maybe it’s because the recession, but it’s very unfortunate.
@wangjenniferr Жыл бұрын
I totally agree, that’s why I’m hoping to educate on how to buy good quality clothes through my channel so people don’t get tricked by marketing ploys 🙈
@mwahha69655 ай бұрын
I agree all brands seem to be cutting quality
@marygonzalez-pf7cb4 ай бұрын
@@wangjenniferr I’m glad I found your site. Very good 👍 info on brands I wear😺
@Luckywynne Жыл бұрын
Thank you for mentioning the stitching, fabric quality and sizing accuracy! I'm having the same annoying experience with some of their pieces being too big despite ordering based on their size chart. I wish their website featured customer reviews in the product listings. The Cristina top and Provence dress look beautiful on you!
@wangjenniferr Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Totally agree with the problem of inconsistent sizing! I kept the Cristina top but ended up taking back the Provence dress ☺️
@SilSolo5 ай бұрын
Adding to that I had to consign one of their jumpsuits (really only reformation I ever owned) bc the legs were a nice length for a tall lady like me but the rise was too short which made no sense to me. If making this for taller ppl make the torso longer too lol
@crystalcandles7529 ай бұрын
I'd love a video about the cost and practices of living with higher quality, longer lasting clothes. When I invest in expensive clothing items, I often take it the cleaner and tailor to extend its life. An added cost but means I don't buy clothes as often
@meganfulsom69809 ай бұрын
Could you do a vid where you show what to look for at the thrift store to ensure you’re buying quality pieces?
@j0annepan Жыл бұрын
I love how in depth you went! Considering buying some wedding guest dresses from their summer sale atm and this helped show the quality I’d expect :)
@kimberlyperrotis896210 ай бұрын
I love Reformation silk skirts because of the heavy fabric and soft, thin and narrow elastic waistbands. Most skirts have elastic so wide, thick and tight that they could hold a bridge up! I wish all skirts had such comfy waistbands, theirs are the best.
@Rcsd59885 ай бұрын
I’m definitely noticing a trend with reformation hauls and my own experience. I’ve been shopping at Reformation since 2018. I think they do an amazing job at marketing, styling their clothing on their beautiful models, and having gorgeous photography. The reality though is that a lot of their clothing does not fit well. I have a local store that I frequent on a monthly basis. I’m up to buy more there, but I rarely get anything now because the fit is rarely right and even when something does end up fitting, I struggle to justify the price with the quality. Some of their stretchy items are so thin , it feels like Amazon quality. I think the linen and silk prices are fair, but a lot of the linen items do not fit right. I’m 5’8,slight hourglass shape, and size 2 for reference. All in all, I’m starting to conclude that the people that are up to spend higher prices for their clothes can’t even do it because the clothes don’t fit right most of the time.
@amandak.42464 күн бұрын
i know it's not the point of the video, but i love how you've decorated! the plinth and coffee table especially are nice
@lizasoliman7235 ай бұрын
since most of the issues were sizing, i'd recommend going to their boutique if you can. the staff are very helpful & chill also, i believe they truly understand their service represents the company.
@forgiven21310 ай бұрын
Can you do a video where you explain all these terms and educate us on bias cut, French seam etc? It would be so helpful
@FeliciaFollum10 ай бұрын
I would love to see more content on what budgets people have. 3000 is close to 6 years of my clothing, hair, and makeup budget 😂 or three and a half years of hair, makeup, clothing, and all spending (so junk food, eating out with friends, my mom, coffee, hobbies, like everything)
@lils1250 Жыл бұрын
This is very educational and informational- I appreciate the in depth style of the way you describe the items!
@wangjenniferr Жыл бұрын
Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the video :) more to come!
@rnr21210 ай бұрын
This is SO helpful. Everything looks great on you. I was considering the Giorgia brocade top, in that same color, and have a similar build to you, and it was really helpful to know about the gapping in the chest area. You saved me money! The Cristina top, on the other hand, had a stunning fit and I might actually get that one.
@ericatyc11 ай бұрын
Ive been looking at reformation stuff for years. Never actually got to purchase it, the sustainability stuff is very vague and sounds abit like greenwashing for me…. I believe their stuff are made in china, and fabric doesn’t age well according to various online research i did.. would love to know more about the brand still tho!
@lotownowentown11 ай бұрын
thanks so much for including the sizes you bought!!
@wangjenniferr11 ай бұрын
You are so welcome!
@aiai-j7i10 ай бұрын
I want to thank you for really explaining about fabrics and how things are put together. It has helped me tremendously in deciding what to buy and what to purge out of my closet. I always assumed synthetic materials were more affordable because of the source, not because they are simply bad. I have been reading up on how polyester, polyamide etc., gets absorbed by the skin and are carcinogenic. On top of that...all the pollution--not just in production, but ever time they are washed! I have a very limited budget but will seek out only natural materials from now on. Thank you again! I am learning so much!
@MissDuke20123 ай бұрын
$3,000?!!?!! For 9 pieces?! That’s an average of $333 for each piece!
@tonyak24468 ай бұрын
I've noticed that a lot of "high quality" sweaters from name brands that are made in China have weird seam lines on top of the shoulders. The line is supposed to be on top of the shoulders but their lines go more on the back of the shoulder which is weird
@salazaritzel Жыл бұрын
The white top and the brown looks beautiful on you!
@wangjenniferr Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@sovrappensiero18 ай бұрын
I’m confused. I’m new to your channel and watching this after the Club Monaco one. In that one, you said you don’t like lyocell because it’s not durable. Here you say you like it. I’d love a video where you discuss this fabric more (maybe you already made one…I’ll look!)
@wysboo75335 ай бұрын
Check out her video The Ultimate Fabric Guide specifically the semi synthetic section!
@MissyLKS86 ай бұрын
You should also do a follow up video. If you exchange the sizes/colors to see if there's consistency. I occasionally have issues where I change the size of items and find I do not fit in either size or the proportions aren't the same as before... or have still way too much or little chest space for example.
@mrsx3739 Жыл бұрын
Can you please make a video of your favorite clothes 💕, love your videos btw:))
@wangjenniferr Жыл бұрын
Great idea!! I was planning to make a “closet purge + new closet additions” type of video since I recently got rid of some old stuff and added some new pieces! Gotta think of a catchier title 😝
@madolynamira10 ай бұрын
Omg yes please!!
@morganlee75438 ай бұрын
Just wondering if you ever take pieces to the tailor to have them adjusted? The Robbie set (had to be named after Margot because it’s just so her!) looked amazing on you and I would think would be simple and inexpensive to have the top tailored? It’s something I often do personally!
@emilieiggiotti8 ай бұрын
The white lace top and the black silk skirts are beautiful. The denim would look great on you in a smaller size for sure. :)
@marygonzalez-pf7cb4 ай бұрын
Have you tried Quince or Theory??? 🧐🤔😺
@leastidyworld43659 ай бұрын
I love the top you’re wearing, it’s so feminine, elegant and beautiful.
@hubrisbrutus680510 ай бұрын
That silk dress is out of stock on reformation but Anthropologie has it in stock for all sizes
@laurarichardson339028 күн бұрын
This brown lacy dress looks stunning on you 🌹
@KateMorganStyle23 күн бұрын
My single brand is Everlane. I tried an Old Navy on the same amount of recycled polyester- and it seems comparable
@melanierosalez69895 ай бұрын
I like that you discussed the quantity of the items. I wondered how much each item is.
@user-ob6pk5po5t Жыл бұрын
love this video- I did want to ask a quick question though; a lot of people said the silk quality of reformation sucked ie. it was thin, snags, easily damaged, etc. Did you notice anything about that?
@wangjenniferr Жыл бұрын
Nope I didn’t, I found the silk fabric they used to be one of the most snag resistant I’ve seen! Although the silk quality may change from garment to garment and season to season 😔
@user-ob6pk5po5t Жыл бұрын
@@wangjenniferr aww, well I just ordered so hopefully I get some good ones like you!! Also, are you ever thinking of doing a video on Alice + Olivia or Yellow The Label? I love the patterns on their products (specifically the silk blouses for the former and the sweatshirts of the latter) and if u ever do a vid id be super interested LOL
@Kimberly-pf1hm5 ай бұрын
@@user-ob6pk5po5they i was just wondering how you found the quality of silk now after all this time? i’m wanting to purchase one of their silk tops and skirts
@c.s.12278 ай бұрын
I really think that asymmetrical pieces look great on you!
@annalopinski44599 ай бұрын
Can you review a more affordable company whose clothes you think are actually worth the money next? 😊
@ilanalovesorcas8 ай бұрын
Unfortunately that just doesn’t exist. If you read the comments, you’ll notice people are saying even this store’s quality is terrible while being way overpriced. It’s not possible to find good fabric or stitching in new items. Your only safe bet is the thrift store.
@lishange14498 ай бұрын
The styling is, to put it mildly, quite different from Reformation, but drive-by recomendations: 1. Ureshii Design. It's a two-person company making sustainable clothing to measure out in Canada. I've owned like 10 of their garments for... gosh, 8 years now??? and in all that time, exactly one stitch has ever gone partly undone. 2. American Giant, if you're a hoodie person or a legging person. I've owned their ponte leggings for about 5-6 years and I wear them *constantly*, and it's only just now starting to pill a little in the groin. Their hoodies are so heavy-duty, at least as of 6 years ago, that I'm fully convinced I'm going to have mine for life.
@ChannelAlexis10 ай бұрын
Every time I have gotten something from Ref I have been severely disappointed in the quality and sold it on poshmark right away. Never again.
@marissagordon14948 ай бұрын
Thanks for explaining what to look for! I think reformation is pretty hit or miss but all super expensive. Seems like that's every brand so you have to look carefully at each item
@kavya68169 ай бұрын
What’s a sustainable store you do recommend shopping at? Especially for sweaters
@ktkchu Жыл бұрын
love this video and feel like you’ve taught me so much abt fabrics just from one video! I’d love to see you do a video about some of the clothing you’ve made yourself 💗 and i was curious to ask why you would not keep some of the items and get them altered/hemmed instead of returning them?
@nancypal10 ай бұрын
I think reformation is pretty far from “sustainable” if you dig deeper. I used to get fooled by their branding until I learned they’re also fast fashion
@kimmyymmik10 ай бұрын
A few Reddit posts and bloggers or a few journalists who say it isn’t doesn’t mean they’re not a sustainable brand 😂
@nancypal10 ай бұрын
@@kimmyymmik sustainable fashion is already an oxymoron, and ref is sustainable fast fashion
@YourALife3 ай бұрын
Love your videos Jennifer!!
@ngokani226 ай бұрын
omg brown is most definitely your colour!!!! i hope you ended up keeping the brown dress
@IlRestauroCreativita5 ай бұрын
This was very lovely. I wonder if you have considered tailoring as another tool to get high quality pieces that you love to fit you perfectly.
@cr0wdedteeth6 ай бұрын
i was looking at the lindsy top to replace a mock neck tank w side ruching that i bought at target (it fit well bjt the fabric was so see through I just could not wear it to work) so im grateful its in this video! ill be looking to get this on my next paycheck after your analysis!
@princesscharlott19836 ай бұрын
Very useful on what to look for when inspecting clothes - new subbie here.
@maggiechandler2139 Жыл бұрын
They have their yearly summer sale (30% off sale items) right now if you’re interested in spending a bit less!
@wangjenniferr Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tip! Gonna have to check it out ☺️
@eaviek9 ай бұрын
Can you please share with us what thrift stores you like shopping at. Thank you so much. Love love love your videos, I’m learning a lot about the art of shopping quality clothing ❤
@brieflygorgeous_10 ай бұрын
Love your videos! So informative!
@rosepeaches Жыл бұрын
I have the same issue with reformation, the waist fits but the chest gapes so bad!
@MAYK1NG8 ай бұрын
Thank you - I learned so much!
@ummirayali9355 Жыл бұрын
Do you get the layla skirt in regular or petite size? Looking forward for more vids from you! Learn a lot about fabric and clothing quality in general from you!
@wangjenniferr Жыл бұрын
I got it in regular, I didn’t see a petite option on the website!
@kceve5 ай бұрын
thank you for sharing I’ve been lucky to find reformation at Nordstrom rack at a great price. I really love your couch can you share where it’s from?
@treese-aa27808 ай бұрын
Hi, I’m watching so much of your content and thank you for explaining so well! I wonder, isn’t it a bother that all these higher quality items can only be hand washed or dry cleaned? I don’t want to dedicate so much time to the cleaning and maintenance of my clothes but still want high quality and durable pieces… any thoughts?
@kemi1517 Жыл бұрын
Love this! All look good
@wangjenniferr Жыл бұрын
Thank you!! ☺️
@rababmosaad827011 ай бұрын
How does their skirt compare to the Quince similar silk skirt?
@lilac3606 Жыл бұрын
can you please make an aritzia deep dive ? 💗
@wangjenniferr Жыл бұрын
Absolutely! Any particular pieces you want me to cover?
@lilac3606 Жыл бұрын
@@wangjenniferr thanks for replying! i'm particularly curious about the pleated pants, pleated skirts, and sweaters (like the soloist sweater). i've had some pieces in the past like babaton 3" pleated shorts that did not hold up like I expected.
@leaf663 Жыл бұрын
@@wangjenniferr piggybacking here but i’d also be really interested in learning a little more about their bustier tops/dresses!
@leastidyworld43659 ай бұрын
I watch your videos, but I still can’t see by myself whether a garment is good quality or not (unless it’s the obvious awful quality like fraying or stuff). How can I learn it faster?
@marygonzalez-pf7cb4 ай бұрын
Often quality clothes require tailoring. Fast fashion isn’t worth it to pay to modify. In addition returning stuff can be quite cumbersome AND if you miss the return window you are out of luck!!😮😢😺
@marytran1093 Жыл бұрын
Hi would you say the Layla skirt runs true to size? If I am a size 27 in jeans do you think a size 2 will fit me? Only asking because that’s the only size left in the print that I like
@awilliams7796 Жыл бұрын
Love this breakdown
@yeeroy9 ай бұрын
i love your videos! your shorts have very good audio but in the longer form vids your voice volume is kind of low
@MsZoe853 ай бұрын
What’s the point of a strapless top made of polyester??! Too hot for summer, too cold to wear any other time (unless you layer, which makes it less versatile throughout the year and thus more expensive)
@TuberoseKisser9 ай бұрын
Im curious, why not get the clothes that look off, altered?
@nanna100210 ай бұрын
love your channel
@wangjenniferr10 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@aseesegrewal4289 Жыл бұрын
Would you recommend the black daria linen top
@rfs555 ай бұрын
Hi do you like anything from Walmart? Thank you
@HB-xw6im3 ай бұрын
Thank you ❤
@lucegosia6830 Жыл бұрын
Great video! thank you
@wangjenniferr Жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@chocoloco3615 Жыл бұрын
Hello! I have a question :D Would you consider H&M/cotton on/ Uniqlo to be fast fashion? I keep hearing mixed views about this from my peers, the clothes aren’t as affordable as shein so I’m not sure if it’s fast fashion… I want to stop my intake on fast fashion as well so I’m trying to get people to share their opinions on this matter with me :(
@danleiICESKATINGGURL10 ай бұрын
hi! studied apparel sustainability in school so wanted to give my input - the brands you mentioned are definitely fast fashion. they’re maybe not as “bad” as shein, but h&m especially has had a long history of dangerous labor practices (supposedly they’ve improved them). an easy trick I use to identifying if a brand is fast fashion is to see what their product turnover is - if they’re constantly putting out new collections and products, if they’re always running sales to try to get rid of product etc
@leastidyworld43659 ай бұрын
4:09 What’s the fabric called, desktop fabric? 😆 Can someone please spell it for me?
@sabrinashih25449 ай бұрын
Deadstock fabric!
@KateMorganStyle23 күн бұрын
Reformation seems affordable at ThredUP and the Real Real
@fbhhk Жыл бұрын
Where do you go thrifting? 😊
@wangjenniferr Жыл бұрын
Value village!
@leastidyworld43659 ай бұрын
What dies semi-synthetic even mean? What is lyocell compared to viscose and rayon? Thanks.
@nagisa91479 ай бұрын
Her previous 2 videos about fabrics define these terms!
@carolyncuesta7746 ай бұрын
Love this
@lmr10494 ай бұрын
yeah nah fast fashion isn’t the “only option” for the overwhelming majority of people in the western world. most fast fashion buyers could buy waaayyy less if they wanted to and spend that money on sustainable clothes or thrift items. they choose not to.
@blinkur09mom Жыл бұрын
The volume is off. Super low
@wangjenniferr Жыл бұрын
Sorry to hear but I tried it on my computer and it seems fine on my end!
@lizethramirez2004 Жыл бұрын
Same I couldn’t hear much on the treadmill.
@marygonzalez-pf7cb6 ай бұрын
my dear, you have an enviable shape however most people require tailoring to get a proper fit. This is especially true of high quality clothes. People they le with imperfect bodies have to fit their largest measurements first then tailor from there😺
@kimberlyperrotis896210 ай бұрын
I can barely hear you and I’m using a super-max volume speaker, please get a microphone! I like Reformation except that all their tops and dresses are too low-cut, tight and sexy. I often buy silk skirts there.
@wholesome1229 ай бұрын
If it’s made in China it’s not very sustainable and that’s what drives me nuts about this brand :(
@positivelyhappymom32385 ай бұрын
Reformation is the worst. Coming from South Asia I have seen similar or superior quality clothes on the streets for fraction of the price. I was appalled the first time I ordered it from Nordstrom years ago . That was the last time . Most clothes I ordered was obviously returned back 😂
@shanerob6819 ай бұрын
In person, most of their clothes look very cheap and the fibres are synthetic. I only buy their denim and it has to be on sale.
@chipchap58083 ай бұрын
Why is everything so wrinkly. The skirt is so beautiful but all the wrinkles ruin it😢
@joyruppert47102 ай бұрын
It's an online order, so it was folded up into a box. Of course it was wrinkly.
@romeoitaly354711 ай бұрын
Superb video. You have super gorgeous body especially back. All these satin dresses looks great on you. LOVE to see more try on haul videos. Keep on smiling we love it
@le70624 ай бұрын
none of these are professional clothes, look like fast fashion trends
@vanessabayar44898 ай бұрын
This is the most overpriced brand everything I purchase is disappointing I guess it’s my fault but the styles are cute
@DeniSoars9 ай бұрын
The teacher is here and class is in session! Jennifer pls take us shopping with you! I am loving all your content, but my favorite is when you talk about items you think is worth buying. 🫶🏽
@eugin111 Жыл бұрын
im obsessed with this video and your contents! found you on IG, immediate follow! Fellow pharmacist :D