Reacting to TikTok Thrift Fashion Designers

[@rkhorus5270]

If i'm not mistaken, Antoine Guerin (the tiktoker that made that fine-ass pleat corset dress) now works at Mugler

[@zjadacz_agrestu420]

thats so cool!

[@jillhampton7209]

Oh good for him, his dress was stunning, amazing work

[@Richie8a8y]

Yep! He certainly does! So happy for him 😊

[@carolbythesea]

I just googled him and he is an independent label doing this own thing in Paris.

[@penidk]

Idk him and I’m happy for him

[@kristinewatson3702]

I love that Luke doesn't know the difference between knit and crochet. It's nice to know my fashion hero doesn't know everything! 😂

[@imfabia]

😂

[@thehillshavemaitais]

I came here to say the same thing!

[@Sammy-sm4yg]

He referred to the pattern as knit not the entire thing. I am sure he is aware of what crochet is.

[@ciarakelleyphotography]

Ran to the comments to see who else would mention this

[@minerva9843]

​@Sammy-sm4yg none of that was knitting. The only time he was correct with knitting was talking about how fabric is made and why it frays.

[@Justlurkin_lol]

Screaming “CROCHET” every time Luke calls it knitting 😂

[@stephaniedouglasaviewfroma9596]

Hahaha 🤣 I think a lot of us were doing the same. At least I was!

[@abandonablesnowman]

Luke’s so knowledgeable though that when he gets something wrong I don’t really even note it lol

[@raheeeg]

I tried not to give a crap but as a hooker I can't 😂

[@hakichan94]

And the crocheting lady saying “crocheting my life away” and him saying “and the knit is nice” exactly at the same time.

[@saraw8503]

Yes. Most people don’t understand the difference.

[@actually_acactus5965]

I love how when he's reacting to these creators, he's supportive even if the finished product isn't something he likes, because Luke understands skill, but then there's something that he actually loves and he's just "ahhh stunning, love, beautiful"

[@catherinehughes2022]

it reminds me of how gordon ramsay is mean to professional chefs but so kind to the kid chefs just for trying lmao

[@bardofthe90s57]

One thing I don't think gets talked about enough in these spaces is reusing sheets. There's a debate about using plus sized clothes to fit slimmer folks, but bedsheets are just cuts of cotton or nylon ready to go!! :) I once used bedsheets to make a pleated skirt for a cosplay because it was the only fabric I could find in the obnoxious red shade I needed.

[@whatkayladoes]

Do more of these. This type of video is perfect. You're happy which is contagious. It takes a break from celebs and gives real artists a shout. It's inspiring and gives lots of good ideas to other artists -- but you can still relate it to other recent pop culture looks, trends, or runway looks for the ~knowledge~ portion. Do more of these!

[@zainabkafaf]

I agree

[@user-rd4cu5zl7p]

Metal boning (what he called chains) is really great, we use it all the time in theatrical sewing so that corsets can be worn until the fabric disintegrates. Lol

[@vandanacasm]

Luke stopping there to praise the shirtless antoine and his design 😅 I am here for it.

[@charlottemccaig578]

This was fun, Luke. Fun fact...crochet cannot be done by machine. Knit can, knitting machines make most sweaters and you can buy knit yardage but crochet (which they were doing in both videos) can not be duplicated by machine. It is faster to crochet than to knit which is one of the reasons it became popular.

[@PiginaCage]

"Don't support Shein" - Luke Meagher

[@atlantictiger]

Gotta love the Shein defenders, “But it’s so cheap it’s the only way I can afford clothes” … like have you been to your local Value Village to find most items for sale are in fact Shein????

[@stephaniedouglasaviewfroma9596]

You are so right!

[@thehillshavemaitais]

I love the tiktok that showed all the issues and mistakes and how much work sewing is! I appreciate the vunerablity

[@benzaiten933]

isn't that the beauty of sewing things yourself? you might make a mistake or realize you want it to be a bit different after a first try, so you simply alter it as you go.

[@MLiesel]

When I saw the thumbnail, I thought that this was going to be a roast of these designers, but I was so delighted by the genuine warmth and appreciation of the designers efforts. So fun to watch you cheering on and celebrating these creators!

[@xingcat]

The "chains" in the corset were spiral boning. Spiral boning allows for flexibility in more directions. I always love your reviews...you're so complimentary of everyone's work.

[@VegaChastain]

The chain going into the corset at 04:54 is a type of steel boning. It's coiled like that to provide more fluidity of movement (bendyness) for the steel, and maximum comfort for the wearer. ❤

[@lauraoh8048]

Thank you for explaining, that’s really cool

[@itzel1735]

I have some mid century garments with this kind of boning.

[@VegaChastain]

@@itzel1735 that's cool, I'm used to seeing older garments in my research that used whale baleen, aluminum, or even DIY type materials like broom grass or balsam. But any modern corset worth its salt has steel boning, either flat steels or coiled, like this one.

[@WisKrisKar]

Indeed! Spiral steel boning. It's fantastic stuff. I just made a dress utilizing it in the bodice, and it provides remarkable structural support. More prep work than rigaline or nylon boning, but the results are top notch.

[@rowannnnnnnnn]

THANK YOU!!!!! I was about to comment this exact thing myself

[@ironrose5403]

I enjoyed watching this too! I appreciate how supportive you are of the designers - I was expecting some to get dragged lol BTW - the one lady was crocheting NOT knitting :)

[@lilalpaca9847]

Jackal?

[@micalaking1904]

Madebytamari and spiceambie are crocheters

[@RachaelTheRed]

In case anyone was wondering, the "chaining" in the corset dress is spiral steal boning.

[@auroradelaguacate4153]

“Spiral steel boning”. Nothing stolen here.

[@GMFASHION5113]

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[@fluffypuffs]

For anyone curious, in the corset at 4:45 they are using steel boning (not chains) the advantage of steel boning vs plastic ist that the steelboning ist flexible side to side, so it can support curved seams much better. Plastic boning will curve only in the direction where its flat and not side to side, if you know what i mean.

[@PatDooley50]

Great catch. The Spiral Steel boning gives that side to side flexibility whereas steel boning does not flex

[@fluffypuffs]

right lol i knew i was on to something, i have never used it. so far i have used rigeline which is much less stable and made from plastic. @@PatDooley50

[@stephaniedouglasaviewfroma9596]

Love learning new things!

[@Eisofice]

I re-watched that a few times like?? What chains I only see normal steel boning?? I didn't realise he would confuse them lol

[@exquisitebiscuit]

Awesome video!! Please do more videos showcasing creativity! This is better than touring influencer closets. We learn things and it's inspiring!

[@stephaniedouglasaviewfroma9596]

Agreed! This was fun. Reminded me of all the clothes I made for myself from a pre-teen into my mid 20s.

[@exquisitebiscuit]

@@stephaniedouglasaviewfroma9596 Oh, I wish I could make my own clothes! I enjoy learning about the construction of clothes. More, please!

[@meganngeorge]

That blue hooded dress was GORGEOUS.

[@terrycolton1790]

I love watching you be critical of professionals and celebrities. I had no idea you would be so supportive of the amateurs. This video is my absolute favorite that you have done. Bravo!

[@marikotrue3488]

So much talent! I would love to see this group create fashion to be worn for the MET Gala. Bet that the reveals would all be ON theme along with being supremely creative.

[@reneetree]

I love how Luke gives props and is so happy to view the beautiful creativity of these featured artists!

[@abundantlyinspired]

Some of these diy designers are making things wayyyyy more beautiful than some of the red carpet looks you review😊

[@GMFASHION5113]

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[@the_worst_of_the_best399]

I love seeing Luke so giddy and excited :D

[@peytonfelchak1729]

Hey Luke I'd love to see recommendations from you on how to build a sustainable and fashionable wardrobe for the everyday individual. You have so many good insights into the industry, and a guide to navigating that space would be so appreciated. Love your content!

[@She-M-C]

This is the best critique by far. Love the whole vibe from Luke and showcasing the fantastic fun work of these people. Please do more of these. 😊

[@becka55978]

The metal "chain" in Antoine Guerin's gown is called spiral steel boning. It is stronger and more durable yet still flexible compared to plastic boning. It is used to provide structure and support to a garment, not as a weight.

[@chitori1225]

Spiral steel on the corset. Gives it shape, keeps it sturdy but still allows for movement.

[@kayleehog]

My grandma once told me that knitting and knitting machines were the inspiration behind bio art code. I have no idea if she is right but it’s fun to believe that one of the most basic skills my family has learned for generations is foundational not only to fashion but to the functioning of society as I know it.

[@mercuryshadow5452]

I think it was jacquard weaving cards, not knit.

[@justajumpingypsygirl]

I went to a museum that showed some of the crossover between code and weaving

[@morganpavelka4945]

Love promoting folks sewing their own clothes!!

[@doblemaltita]

PROTIP: if you use very thin pins (like silk pins) you can actually sew over them because they will bend instead of breaking your needle :D

[@shananigans0117]

more of these please love seeing small creators!

[@heatherthrone9999]

Not just the gift of gab but a genuine love of fashion and a capacity to study its history and share it with us. Many thanks Luke.

[@song4568]

Once again, Luke happy makes me happy.

[@paulinemuscatvlogs]

Luke’s little happy dance at 19:39 too cute 🥰

[@GMFASHION5113]

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[@selvatica979]

I love that Luke is presenting the finest of homemade clothes designers! Please keep making such videos :))))

[@Jackson-fq7qw]

The corset used spiral steel boning which is more elastic than other types of boning (it is hard to warp and always springs back into it's original shape.)

[@stelis1006]

This was such a wholesome and inspiring video, I love seeing so many impressive creators!

[@natatatm]

i love how supportive you are of all of them, it's always nice to see some positive reaction content

[@Grul-uf7hz]

Uhh I really enjoyed watching this. I'm sewing a lot of my clothes and seeing you appreciating that work makes me so happy!

[@108mle]

That was amazing! I always start sewing but never finish. Please do this again. I just am amazed at how well everyone can cut, manipulate fabric and sew so well.

[@Cinderella_ehla]

Luke’s childhood trauma comes through in tidbits in each video 😂

[@nanwilder2853]

In this video, maybe too much Adderall was coming through!

[@thejupiterianalien]

Luke saying "knit 1 purl 2" and talking about knitting needles when the person was crocheting made my day.

[@DDTSB2525]

Luke - would you consider publishing a list of all of your books for us channel members? 😃

[@Richie8a8y]

I would intern to catalog his library - for free!

[@stephaniedouglasaviewfroma9596]

That’s a great idea!

[@sophiaaldous3199]

Such creativity! It inspires me to get back into sewing again.

[@thaliahall4599]

Really enjoyed watching this one. Happy for all of these young designers. Actually liked most of the dresses. It was amazing how quickly the young lady crocheted her outfit. Some of these required a lot of work.

[@Lesterluwu]

Luke, you are more than the sum of your parts - your "gift of gab" is marvelous, as are you and primarily because you recognize others' talent and express that appreciation. xoxo

[@cindym7508]

I love this kind of content mixed in with the celeb/high end content! Thanks HauteLeMode!!

[@karakask5488]

I've been wanting to make my own clothes lately. I'm a bit fluffy, and i feel like clothes just don't fit right and make me look frumpy. This is good inspiration!

[@_samantha]

watching luke get excited baout people making their own clothes brings me so much joy

[@ms_katia2267]

He is so funny, he is clearly into the dresses ,he was hysterical and he praised all the designer.

[@mkoenig1019]

Luke we need more videos like this! The glow on your face is priceless!!!!! Love it!

[@13klecan]

Luke, you are adorable.You can research a couture house, when it started, who runs it, who is the head designer, what style with what year and all the influences past, present, and future, but you can't tell the difference between crochet and knitting!?!? Simply put, crochet is like a dirt bike that can go all over the place and knitting is like a car that has to stay on a road. Some people can do both, bless them. I am a crocheter and with one crochet hook I can create clothes, toys, just finished a bouquet of flowers for a bday gift, and I use any string, cord, thread, yarn I can get my hands on. My sister is a knitter with two needles and makes all those cold weather british stuff: sweaters, gloves, hats, etc. mostly with itchy wool yarn. I'm so glad I stumbled on this video. I adore all the love and support you give all these designers. What freaks me out, though, is all those incredible sewing machines...my God I can barely afford my basic Singer.

[@artsytype]

Love how Luke is having a great time! It's way more fun to see you happy 😊

[@patriciaa4451]

you have an amazing sense of fashion. Don't sell yourself short.

[@at690]

OMG Luke getting excited from the videos is so adorable. Amazing video

[@alexandriaerickson9821]

When I was little, my mom made me a bunch of clothes, but even now as an adult, I come to her all the time with design ideas and she has made some crazy cool stuff! It's so fun being able to design things or customize things, or even just make a super cute dress fit properly! She taught me how to sew, but I'm not as good as her, lol

[@sftraub]

I am loving your enthusiasm and your appreciation of beautiful work! It’s wonderful!❤

[@grutarg2938]

Great video - I love to see the positivity. I hope you make more like this. I also love that there's a TikTok trend that everyone's grandma would approve of.

[@Lio032980]

LOVED this episode! Thank you for featuring these talented folks!

[@enns5366]

This was the BEST video idea. Let's do more of these. I love love love watching people create beautiful clothes!

[@Shadowcat31]

14:07 I have been big my whole life, so as a plus size girlie who is into fashion, pretty much every style or trend I actually like was never available in my size so I had to figure out how to make it myself. That's why I learned how to make clothes from scratch and modify existing stuff, I was tired of never having any actually fashion forward clothes that didn't cost an arm and a leg. Now I almost exclusively modify clothes I find in thrift stores or I buy fabric from thrift stores like table clothes, bed sheets, blankets and they do sometimes just have fabric donated for sale. I love seeing the creativity from all these awesome makers ♥

[@mysterious_pomegranate]

Just so you know, only woven fabrics fray at the edge. If you cut a knit fabric it won't fray. Finishing off the edges is important in woven garments so the fabric doesn't fray, but for knit garments it's only done for aesthetics.

[@kariikosmos3005]

The "chains" you saw when they were constructing that corset is called steel boning and it's in that swirled or looped form to provide structure but not restriction.

[@leighbee13]

Watched this while making a dress for a wedding! Love Luke’s appreciation for the craft 😘

[@tbyas4406]

Metal boning is the best boning used in couture garments

[@janinejohansson5195]

Fabulous 👌 wish I could sew/knit/crochet like that! Really wish people appreciated the work that it involves and valued their clothing more.

[@stephaniedouglasaviewfroma9596]

It’s never too late to learn. I crocheted for r years, but never got the hang of knitting. In 2019 and in my late 50’s - I tried it again and figured it out!! Nothing fancy, lap blankets for my two grandkids and some infinity scarves.

[@GMFASHION5113]

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[@LisaFrank39]

Ms. Crochet did that. I bought something similar for like $50 last year 😢. Also loved the hooded look

[@evancunliffe8674]

YOU NEEEEED to watch the great British sewing bee. I think you would love it. Watching from the uk BTW.❤❤❤

[@lynda7488]

All the reactions were so wholesome 🩷

[@gregorkulla]

love that you're explaining what a seam allowance is

[@SquintyBubbles]

I absolutely LOVED this video. Thank you for taking the time to make it. ❤️

[@noblshtplz]

Great video...that black dress is to die for. I hope he realizes his dream in fashion. Thank you Haute...as always simply fabulous...❤

[@leighbee13]

That “chain” is spiral steel boning, it holds structure in a corset.

[@aishakemper]

"God gives certain people so many gifts" murdered me in cold blood 🤣🤣😭💀⚰

[@melissawhitehead363]

I’m late on this one but I’m just now watching it and I can’t even finish it before I have to respond… OMG, please do more of these! These people are amazing! My little French boy is so stinking cute and talented and I love the blue dress with the Cowell neck. Luke, keep them coming.

[@kaley5730]

I’m watching this hand stitching the hem of a new miniskirt. You’re hyping me up so much right now lol

[@DJPuzzles]

Love this video, so nice to feel your enthusiasm for creators coming through

[@salonibhambi8714]

never seen luke so happy

[@alaynaxmichelle]

Screaming. Crying. Throwing up. The fact that I’d even be considered a fashion designer is WILD. 1:06

[@ah5721]

those "chains" are called spiral steel boning !

[@YouTuber-vy7hq]

she knows stretchy fabrics needs zig zag stitches better than ottolinger does.. they make some busted spandex skirts with everything puckering around the elastic waist.

[@chrisbruno6681]

I like to watch you review award shows and lately, you have been so underwhelmed. But I loved your excitement at these people making their own outfits and how happy you were at how you thought they were all so great. The first time I ever saw you like everything.

[@AmyB369]

I like this it’s fun seeing new young designers you should make it a series with KZbin designers too

[@GMFASHION5113]

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[@anksters]

Oh damn those PINS!! I once broke a needle while hand sewing, and I can't imaging the fear of breaking a machine needle. I'm going to sew with safety goggles on!!

[@megank9355]

Watching you gesture with that super tight headphone cord makes me brace for impact ha!! Another element of chaos! Love you and your vids!

[@marygreen3529]

Luke, please do more of these videos from time to time. I love the home creators!

[@AngelicaAgelviz]

i LOVE these reacts!!! your knowledge and enthusiasm (or lack of sometimes) always makes my day! great start to the week💜

[@jillhampton7209]

He is so brilliant isn't he?

[@stephaniedouglasaviewfroma9596]

I think so - and, he’s funny, and sweet. He’s kind even when he doesn’t like something. It’s commentary on the object, not personal attacks on individuals.

[@GMFASHION5113]

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[@magicknight13]

I had a rough day but this Luke video finally got me going again!!!!

[@elisa-beary]

I LOVE this video idea. Make a series!!

[@kyrajansky]

omg PLS make more of these!! have been watching your videos for years, all thru fashion school and this is my fave side of TikTok!! love hearing your feedback

[@carolartis2149]

Have you seen the new Armani collection. The fabric, the design, each one is a perfection. The artwork and thought behind them is astounding. Glad to see beauty again.

[@ssq22]

OMG I love this video so much. My fave HLM so far. Im so happy now

[@binneystreet]

you should watch the British Sewing Bee series...think you would have a LOT to say about it! Many truly awful creations...

[@stephaniedouglasaviewfroma9596]

Thank I loved this video, and how supportive you are of creators! It almost makes me want to sew again. If only I could find a foot pedal sewing machine.

[@JennySnowy]

Knits will have a braided look or like harlequin in the frontal design because it’s loops being slip knotted basically in different ways if you know how to make a slip knot in rope over and over, you have learned the basic look of a knit stitch👍 crochet will often have larger holes in between and will not look braided but like a small V connected by a larger dash and instead are more disorganized up close depending on pattern. Knits are much cleaner in stitch than crochet but both are very much useful depending on design and item. If you look up close to most fabrics, the stitch of the fabric is a knit. From spandex to jersey to cotton T shirts.

[@JillianCrafts]

The blue and the beige!!!❤❤❤❤

[@wanderingspark]

@4:44 That's spiral steel boning, not a chain. Spiral steel has been commonly used for boning corsets for since the early 20th c. Unlike flat steel or plastic boning, it can bend freely in all directions without breaking, but it's not floppy like a chain.

[@colonelstunts4885]

more of these please!!

[@claudialevesque6993]

Thoroughly enjoyed this! 🤩