11 Tricks To Spot Cheap Clothes (How To EASILY Identify Quality!)

In today's' video, I give 11 ways you can easily identify quality and spot cheap clothing.
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0:32 - Stitching at the bottom
1:37 - Stitches per Inch on the collar
2:06 - Split yoke
2:39 - Patterns alignment
11:45 - Jacket function
14:00 - Jacket lining
15:54 - Stitching location
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16:59 - Construction of the shoes
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WATCH NEXT: What’s Inside Cheap Men’s Dress Shoes? - kzbin.info/www/bejne/oYStqpeHesuSbdk How do you recognize poor vs good quality clothing? Comment below! 👇🤔

[@reverendbluejeans1748]

Who is that singer

[@sokoyaadedolapo5321]

@realmenrealstyle have been wearing this shoe for a while it makes a lot of sounds when am walking, I was wondering if that's how leather sole sounds or the sole is made from another material I have 2 pairs one is a Chelsea boot the other is like an oxford(the sole feels like wood) both are suede material

[@sparky______]

I work at a clothing store and I’m amazed that you’ve taught me more than my entire time at work

[@truenemesisprime550]

You are the best for pure detailed information about men's style. I've not found anything better.

[@RealMenRealStyle]

You are awesome. Thanks for this message.

[@SansAziza]

He's the captain of the style squad. I'd love to hear your picks in haircut and beard videos. (Talking to whoever chooses to reply.)

[@pranavp6139]

Agreed

[@inregionecaecorum]

This is funny, my brother and I were discussing the declining standards of clothing these days compared to what we wore in our youth. The dissapearance of collar stays being an example.

[@dv9239]

Your voice is so soothing

[@jasonweiss1316]

The incredible practicality and usefulness of this video is why I always refer to Mr. Centeno as my "Style Mentor."

[@arazsandullah3733]

Indeed.

[@Aggnog]

I say this everywhere, just buy second hand/outlet goods. I've bought a dozen dress pants 100% wool for 5-10$ because they load up on older models, I've had pairs from 2005 even. But what does the model year matter to a classic design? It doesn't.

[@rayjulian8044]

Stick to the classics and combine accordingly. Do have a couple of good suits, two to three pairs of good quality dress shoes, and the number one asset for men: high end cologne-Creed, I love NY, Tom Ford,

[@Admiral_Fontaine]

Its not possible for all though, I am very tall so it is impossible for me to find 2nd hand items. The only item I ever found I could use second hand was a royal navy coat which I had to adjust arm length to

[@ardentdfender4116]

This is a true statement by Aggnog. One the reasons in my opinion is because of something i've done myself also and that is donating good quality cloth to the thrift shop or goodwill. Very good quality clothing that no longer fits me properly because i've gained weight or gotten older and it just no longer fits. As well because i've updated my wardrobe i've gotten rid of other stuff donating them to the thrift shop. Clothing that are wool pants and high quality material shirt that stay well over many years and would be good for someone else. I just don't throw away good quality cloths or shoes if well kept. People that like good quality cloths usually take care of them. But if you can no longer make use of them, its best donated to a local thrift shop and that's something i've frequently done. As a matter of fact, i'm in the process of pruning my closet since over christmas i've bought bought quite a bit of new clothing i liked from Paul Fredricks that was on drastically knocked down sale, many pants i need to get custom hemmed and need to make room in my closet. But do visit your local thrift shop, you might be surprised at the good quality stuff you may find.

[@anderstietz809]

Ardent Dfender just this morning I purchased a Paul Fredrick tie from Goodwill. I’m not familiar with the name/brand, but Italian silk tie made in USA. $3.

[@ardentdfender4116]

@Anders Tietz That’s a great bargain. Their Clothing are of very good quality. All their Ties are all Silk and of good patterns. I have many myself. Paul Fredericks clothing are expensive and especially anything new and in current season stuff. But if you plan and check regularly on their site ( they also have a catalog that updates monthly) you can pick up good stuff at a drastically reduced price before the clearance inventory is all gone or gone in the size you wanted. I’ve been buying Paul Fredericks clothing for at least 20 years now and they have good stuff. Try to get the clearance deals if you ever purchase from their site for the lower price stuff if cost is an huge issue. But no matter what, you get good quality.

[@EdwinK909]

I got a custom Spier and Mackay shirt and I have to say I'm impressed. It passed all the sign of great quality from this video. Edit: Also want to add, the content in this video is seriously amazing. This could easily be hours of research for most of us but is consolidated in 20 mins.

[@EricaYE6]

Just a FYI for those who may not know this already. Designer brands are available for cheaper, more affordable prices at outlet stores like Burlington (aka Burlington Coat Factory), TJ Maxx, Ross, etc. for the very reasons you're pointing out in this video. The clothing that wasn't stitched properly during production makes it to these outlet stores for a much cheaper rate. Like 80% and 90% off. This can be a good way to get a few designer items in your wardrobe for mad cheap. This can be especially good for college students in need of some business and business casual pieces at affordable prices.

[@MrShinobi797]

These are the kind of content I enjoy most from you, Antonio. PLEASE do more!!!

[@pirwzy]

this is the good stuff, i love these sorts of helpful content

[@RealMenRealStyle]

We'll put out more videos like this. 😁

[@DerSingh0329]

@@RealMenRealStyle Thanks for this Great Content.... That's my Favorite type of videos 😊

[@andrewphillips8341]

This was very informative. Thanks

[@envisionvlog8843]

Love the video! I haven’t watched RMRS in a loooooong time and I must say, I love how you are switching up your presentation of content. Very entertaining, informative, and worth sharing!

[@zasvedogovore]

I agree on this, I have almost dumped the channel for over-advertising, and lack of content

[@TheGiantfox]

Never stop making these vidoes RMRS!

[@erictheodoric6097]

You're the best at presenting basic stuff and making it interesting. Keep at it Antonio.

[@positive_vibes_2427]

Wow! You broke this down lovely!

[@FinalPattern11]

Thumbnail is misleading. You can have hidden sole stitching which is the most luxury finish you can get. Check Gaziano and Girling or Edward Green for examples. Lots of medium to upper tier brands use this method.

[@xioracky]

True but the one shown in the image is supposed to not have any stitching instead,it shows shoes that have soles glued on.

[@FinalPattern11]

xioracky debateable.

[@purplefabian]

Exactly my Goodyear welted shoes don’t have sole stitching eiter

[@Tyler-hf4uc]

That's a little exaggerated. It's not the most luxury. The other thing is that the opposite is true. A lot of cheaper shoes will add a fake stitch both on the outside and bottom

[@FinalPattern11]

Tyler Mittan Cheap shoes certainly do have glued soles, but my point is that it’s misleading viewers into believing that all soles with no sign of stitching is misleading. It’s not a definite sign of bad quality, far from it. My point said nothing about fake stitching, why are you including this?

[@karumotoart5040]

looking sharp Antonio !

[@gustavojauregui-perez164]

Always wondered how quality clothing products differed from the cheap, super interesting video. You earned a new sub👍🏼

[@mikethomas5412]

Great information that people don't know any longer. We, as a culture, buy disposable everything and don't understand quality doesn't necessarily mean expensive.

[@willisix2554]

Well......

[@faraway8368]

Thank you, Antonio. This is one of your best videos. Keep up the good work!

[@ryanbar1562]

Pattern matching is the "surgeon cuff" of shirts. Manufacturers discovered guys were using this to determine quality and with current machine technology, it now means nothing. You can find pattern matching on shirts and suits with functional cuffs, stacked/kissing buttons at H&M.

[@Bangpaulxu]

That intro is awesome!

[@kojiattwood]

Split yoke is a bit tricky; it's a mainstay for most quality RTW English shirts (Turnbull & Asser, Hilditch & Key, etc) but there are many, many excellent RTW Italian shirt makers--Marol, Barba, Borrelli, Finnamore, etc which do not.

[@lucasmin3757]

Man... your face never changes and it's been years ago since you'd uploaded the first video...

[@rovercoupe7104]

It's all that Tiege Hanley. M.

[@eduardoremussi6173]

He's dracula

[@brightmornings7876]

He just hasn't given us the mens guide to look young yet

[@arnieabbasi]

hey buddy, i like your shirt, where did you get it?

[@mastmagan9969]

Early love from India ❤

[@JohnLee-vl8qk]

Man, I hate watching these videos. I cannot unsee all the imperfections in my clothes...

[@pranavp6139]

Then y u watched it

[@brianstaugust]

Antonio, you amaze me with your attention to detail and your ability to discuss it. Did some of this come from your Marine Corp experience? It's a very impressive quality.

[@gregwiens35]

That shoe was a tailor-made video that covered a lot from head to toe; kept me in stitches! Thank you, RMRS Could you do a similar one for gloves (driving, winter)? A lot of $100 options with poor designed palms, stitching, etc.

[@jamesmeyer2365]

Antonio great job. You always provide me with something on your posts. Keep it up!

[@abidbinamin6679]

Love from Bangladesh

[@fouadkhatib1059]

Dear Antonio, thank you for your informative videos. Could you please do a video on Ray Donovan's style? I think he has an interesting and unique style worth talking about in an exclusive video. Thanks.

[@whatsup02]

Great, informative video Antonio! For a future video, could you please make one about the proper way to wash and care for clothing? Thanks

[@gpk6458]

Very high quality Goodyear welted shoes sometimes hide the stitch on the sole by pulling up a thin bit of the leather. But if you're buying shoes at that price point you'd probably know this.

[@HrishikeshMedhi]

I love your Content Antoineo

[@craveyounow]

Just exactly as what my mom always say to me. She's so fashionable. Thanks mom.

[@Nixxtrr]

Great informative video. Love the effort you put into it. Thank you!

[@supernatural9r406]

Nice . I have already liked the Video. But i LL watch it later. Thanks and Good Sunday Antonio .

[@RealMenRealStyle]

Sounds like a plan. Thanks man.

[@SirWallton]

This video goes straight to my "Gentlemans guide" playlist 👍👌

[@Stalkerx13]

Keep up the good work Antonio

[@bl4kn30]

Love the tip of the flap pocket you can tuck in to get jetted pocket.

[@michielschipper6152]

Yes intro is back!!!!

[@ruzzelladrian907]

I hope Antonio would review the Uniqlo Hybrid Down Ultra Warm Coat. It usually retail for $180, but they dropped the price to $80 last month, and now it's $70. (Limited sizes available)

[@Toast01]

Thanks for another fantastic piece of content Would be great if you were able to provide us all with a vid on low, mid and high end leather jackets. Looking to buy my first and avoid as many of the rookie mistakes as possible. Am in the UK so if any UK viewers can help out too that would be hugely appreciated

[@danielbenson356]

Hello Antonio. I really enjoy watching your videos. They are very informative on fashion, and other things. And I also like your shirt in this video. I’ve seen it a couple of times. Where can I buy one? Thank you.

[@connormonnery6998]

Great video Antonio!! Quality counts & lasts! Get the most out of your money when purchasing clothing items. 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽😀❤️

[@RedMartyr]

The first thing is touching on something I know a lot about. BTW nice redline salvage lol. The Lock stitch is considered stronger than a chain stitch, however, a chain stitch is preferred unless its heavy-duty workwear

[@sanpls]

Great video, very helpful

[@TheRVRD]

Lol ... I am a sock snob. I love silly socks and I’m very particular about my socks. And I appreciate your info. One other pro tip ... if you’re buying socks with design and pattern (and why wouldn’t you) make sure to check the stitching on the interior. Check for messy threads and thread nests. Those don’t allow stretch and are highly uncomfortable. And stretch the pattern to see if it retains the print when stretched. I’ve had to pass on some cute socks that didn’t qualify. Thanks for all your good content for us moms to boys! Trying to raise them stylish.

[@coreymason9359]

Great episode!

[@mohdarslan8870]

Very Helpful video 👍 Keep up the good work Antonio

[@dylanschang6386]

No visible stitch in the bottom of a shoe could actually be sign of the highest quality, the blind stitch, where the welt stitch is covered by the sole’s leather. But if you have this in a shoe, you will know because you’ll be paying extra for it. Meermin does this as a relatively low price point

[@bilalwaxir2798]

Thanks you so much for information Mr. Styel Professor 👌👌

[@shon7425]

What I like about RMRS is that this page is for grown men. This page is not for little boys and man child males. I love how detailed and informed all of RMRS videos are. This was my first influencer page I followed. RMRS is the main reason why I changed my entire wardrobe. Still paying for it lol.

[@CremaFR]

This video is one of your best. Thanks mate

[@austinjohnson7746]

Most embarrassing thing for me was not realizing I can pop my pockets on my jackets. SMH had a presenter help me at one at my first conferences at my job

[@RizwanKler]

Cheers Antonio for a Quality vid 👍

[@amendoza1776]

I had to search for "ha ha ha" song and went down a rabbit hole listening to Vitas. I could not stop laughing, I had to remind myself to come back to RMRS and finish watching the video.

[@lynnglidewell7367]

I've had some very long lasting shoes that were glued rather then stitched. Quality and reliability of glues are much better today then in the past. You can't just toss out blanket statements. Times change and products improve. Keep an open mind.

[@glennorrie2954]

Antonio, where do you get your pocket squares, they are awesome

[@richardwebb2348]

Costco, Target, or Walmart.

[@portlandreviewer6582]

Stitching on a heel is good, but the highest end dress shoes have hidden stitches. In the best made shoes, the heel leather is split around the perimeter, the heel is then stitched to the welt, before the split leather perimeter is glued back together to sandwich and hide the stitches. Allen Edmonds, for instance, has visible stitches, but you won't see heel stitches in Edward Greens.

[@Nicolas-zq7cl]

love you antonio, great video once again

[@p.moneyentertainment.3327]

I have learned a lot today. Thanks for this informations.

[@davidlaidbiggestfan]

Great stuff, as always

[@RealMenRealStyle]

Thanks Nikhil. Do you look at these items mentioned when you're checking the quality?

[@anderstietz809]

Very informative, thank you Antonio.

[@pummppkinn]

I'm pretty sure the boot you showed was a Thursday Explorer. That is not a cemented construction as you said...

[@tonys.7712]

Thank you Antonio for your professional insight still the best !

[@robertma2146]

Great video explanation. Wish I had this 10 years ago! :)

[@markfalina9160]

You are advocating removing tack stitching on the lapel. What if the Jacket comes with tack stitching on the pockets? If you can't drive, you're not putting keys or anything else (except her phone, hopefully!) in your pocket , do you think this should be left alone?

[@larryhall2805]

Dear Antonio;. How and where did you learn these details of quality?

[@mcrazza]

- Shoes that claim they're made with leather but in fact are made with synthetic leather. Synthetic leather is not genuine leather! One is manufactured while the other is organic. - Imitation welts is another thing to spot. It may look nice but it doesn't attach the upper to the outsole. It's purely decorative.

[@mcrazza]

Starscream91 The video is about identifying markers of quality and cheapness. Leather is a quality material because it’s superior to synthetic material. For example it’s more durable; it’s flexible and moulds to your feet over time for a more comfortable fit; it’s both porous which allows for breathing and it’s absorbent; and a leather shoe or boot is more easily repairable than synthetic leather footwear. The only advantages of synthetic leather is that it’s cheaper to manufacture, hence synthetic footwear is cheaper than leather. As for welts, a quality shoe or boot that has welt stitching must have a genuine welt construction. Like leather versus synthetic, welt-constructed footwear are expensive. This is because it anchors the upper to the outsole for a more solid, reliable and lasting bond versus plain old glue. And it allows for far easier repair. To get costs down manufacturers use an all glue construction with cheap and less adhesive glue. That means over time the sole will detach itself from the upper, either at the heel or front. Imitation welts is just a strip of pre-stitched leather that’s glued around the top edge of the outsole purely for decorative purposes. It doesn’t do anything else. You may think you’re getting a welt constructed boot or shoe, but you’re not.

[@randymoran67]

The term genuine leather is cheap lower end shoes

[@plummerofficial]

That opening was hilarious.

[@fontiemcgregor922]

Great video i love going into a clothing store and knowing what to look for and knowing what i am talking about to the salesperson. Thanks again A.C.,but i just don't know about those hand-stitched socks i guess i will have to put more effort into my sock collection thanks LOL have a great day

[@TedNghiem]

I'd take the chain stitching at the bottom of the denim instead of the single stitch that you mention. A lot of denim that is $200 or more use chain stitching as it harkens back to when denim used to be made, but also, chain stitching is much more secure of a stitching compared to single stitching.

[@manfani8861]

I desagree with wrinkle issues ..the more polyster in cloth the less it wrinkles and cheepest cloths are polyster..

[@djtaylorutube]

A comment on the sole, look inside to see if it's Blake stitched, you'll see stitches in the inner sole bed. Also, lack of stitches on the underside doesn't indicate glued automatically. High quality shoes will typically have the sole spilt, the Goodyear welting stitched and then the leather flattened and finished leaving no visible stitching.

[@dylanschang6386]

Yeah but you will know if you’re getting a blind stitch, you’ll know based off the receipt you’re handed at checkout lol

[@djtaylorutube]

@@dylanschang6386 haha very much yes.

[@Hcamsd]

Excellent video 👌🏻

[@SimonTBam]

Does not always mean that shoes which do not show their stitching on the base are cheap. On really high end ready made shoes, and on virtually all bespoke shoes the soles with have blind channel stitching, which means that about half an inch in from the edge of the shoe the leather will have been lifted, this is than glued back in position after the sole is sewn to the welt. This means that the stitching cannot be seen as it is underneath the leather of the sole.

[@markbotta8567]

Some excellent information here.

[@frankvanderschaft6559]

I reviewed my whole closet with this information 😅

[@Jessie_Helms]

So what’s interesting is I have gotten a ton of conflicting feedback on Jos A Bank. Most of the indicators mentioned are indeed used by Bank, but I hear a lot of people saying it’s not good quality. All my menswear is Jos A Bank or thrift store, so I don’t have much to compare it to, though I find it comfortable. I started working there almost a year ago and I try to gauge the true quality of what I’m selling people.

[@jrh11254]

Merc at Arms - and what have you found after working there a year?

[@Jessie_Helms]

jrh11254 I think it’s pretty good, and if you can get it during one of the bigger sales it’s definitely worth it. 1905 custom suits are pretty comfortable, and Traveler shirts are as well. As said before, I don’t have years of experience to compare the stuff, but I like it so far

[@gowiththeflo8742]

How can someone that is not experienced, know the difference between a foam and padded cotton shoulder pad, before buying a jacket (since inside most jackets they are lined with a lining) ? Ty

[@aww4954]

That intro lol.

[@sherinthomas6852]

interesting points ..thanks so much. Can you please talk about buying the right quality underwear ?

[@inachu]

13:00 Linen is actually a grass. But feels great!

[@-atreya52]

Thank you!

[@benjaminmaybury4238]

Really good and informative video. Thank you. However, what about identifying a good quality waistcoat, how would you do that?

[@TheSkandranon]

My dad loved his tube socks because he could wear it one way until the heel wore out and then turn it around and wear it that way until the heel wore out again and then threw it out. lol

[@jouwenlee7829]

Good information. Thanks.

[@real_fjcalabrese]

Great content! 100% on point!

[@loki2240]

Those gussets on dress shirts come in handy when attacked by cougars at wedding receptions.

[@dv9239]

Lmao 😂

[@iand6078]

Theres a story here gentlemen. Let's hear it Loki!

[@loki2240]

@@iand6078 - Ha. No real story - just a little joke.

[@iand6078]

@@loki2240 We are heartbroken. Even a made up tale would have intrigued us 😁

[@loki2240]

@@iand6078 - My sister in law and I got propositioned by a swinger couple at a wedding reception. But they didn't try to tear off our clothes. 😅

[@altaherhseino]

Antonio does pink go with darkgray please answer

[@RealMenRealStyle]

Yes!

[@misswashu]

None of my shirts have split yoke, but they are all expensive designer shirts. Correction; just noticed that I have two that do.. It is a French cuff Banana Republic shirt, really hard to notice and a very nice Charles Tyrwhitt.

[@YuriYeleyko]

Thank you, very useful!

[@davelynch66]

Suit and or sports coats vents - I only disagree as I am a huge fan of classic and enduring styles i.e. Brooks Brothers. They can be a bit slow to update the look but if fitted right, you will feel it and see the admiration of everyone in the room. The classic single vent and double vents are keys to look for. I do agree with off names and off the rack styles, the center vent can be misleading "wanta bees" that will get you noticed in the wrong way and when looking for a coat at a mid price point, double vents perform and look great - those that matter notice! With a properly tailored semi custom or full custom suite, center vents hold the shoulder and waist lines much better - front and back. I truly enjoying your advise and channel - thanks, someone needs to help the men be Men in the world!

[@michaelsans8167]

Wow this great

[@clydekimsey7503]

Why do they make collar stays that are removable instead of enclosed?

[@-Rambi-]

Just (20min ago) picked up a D&G suit in a size to small, never had a better motivation to drop in weight ;).

[@dkkatwa]

Great video as always. Would be even better with close up shots to back up what you are explaining.