TOP 5 UNIQLO ESSENTIALS (and 5 TO AVOID)

5 UNIQLO BASICS I love, and 5 I don't - My edit of the best Uniqlo essentials. I love their quality cotton basics and tend to avoid synthetic pieces that don't have the same breathability.
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5 THINGS I RECOMMEND
Cotton Baggy Pant W24
Purchased in store, might be coming soon online - these run very large. I took 2 sizes down for a true to size fit.
Ribbed Bra Tank Tops XS bit.ly/44EoKTu
True to size.
Ribbed Short Sleeve S bit.ly/3q9pCjY
I took one size up.
Men's Flannel XS - similar bit.ly/3Q5TvMT
Exact colour purchased in store, might be coming soon online
Brown Stripe Tee S bit.ly/44XRqH2
Take your usual size. Relaxed, oversized fit.
Wide Straight Cargo Pant XS bit.ly/43GxbfT
I took one size down.
5 I DON'T
Smart Ankle Pants XS bit.ly/3DnR4xE
I took one size down.
Cotton Skirt W24
Women's Flannel S bit.ly/3O724UP
Same style, different colour. Take your true size for a relaxed oversized fit.
Rayon Skipper Blouse XS bit.ly/3q1azcd
Ultra Stretch Soft Pants XS
Other Items Styled
Khaki Skirt - Arket 34 bit.ly/3NUMhZh
Black Blouse - Lilysilk XS bit.ly/44IfbD9
Brown Mules bit.ly/46VZCJL
White Bag c.klarna.com/al/967t/
Red Knit S seza.ne/QCWX494jjW
Black Skirt XS bit.ly/3K06xHH
Cream Silk Cami XS bit.ly/3rNvTCn
Blue Oversized Shirt UK4 / AU4 (took one size down) bit.ly/44Fav0H
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[@roxaniwilberg8308]

I am 51 and i am just now learning how to dress well with you! Thank you from 🇵🇪 lady!

[@DailyHelenJ]

I’m so glad my videos can be helpful! Thank you for supporting and watching my videos 🥰🥰🥰

[@anikenurhana7936]

I love their ankle smart pants for work wear. I actually prefer the smart ankle over the wide leg version (im so petite, i look so drown in fabric when wearing wide leg pants). The tip for the smart ankle pants is to size up so you get a slightly straight/tapered and relaxed silhouette. You might need to take them to a tailor for the waist area but it is so worth the effort.

[@emmy8526]

Great insight and analysis! Considering fabric is such a good part of shopping for pieces that are really going to work in one’s life and endure. Rayon is a semi-synthetic fabric, made in a lab sort of, but from cellulose from sources such as wood, so there’s a natural fibre element to it. Vintage rayons tend to be better quality (firmer, less wrinkly) than most modern rayons. The Wikipedia article on rayon makes for interesting reading, including comparing it to its cousins viscose and lyocell.

[@kimh5794]

Great review and information sharing on fabric composition. It's always so helpful to know the reasons behind the styling and purchase choices esp because you choose more accessible brands like Uniqlo. Thanks Helen!

[@amywhoknits]

I love the smart ankle pants as a curvier woman. Completely understand where you’re coming from with the material, but as a curvier woman, the elastase blends are actually preferred for slimmer pants otherwise they usually don’t fit

[@tracypatil8841]

Great Vlog, I'm a big fan of Uniqlo because of their reasonable price point. I try to avoid the synthetic pieces as much as possible. Your recommendations are something I trust because of how much thought and reasoning you use. Certainly would like to try the cotton pieces.Thanks Helen😘

[@nerdmommy7114]

“MEN’s fabric is a bit better.” IKRRRRRRR it’s so true that it’s stupid. And it’s not only with Uniqlo, it’s also with other brands, even Costco’s and Target’s. So frustrating that most of my shirts I get at men’s section just because of the quality!

[@Fem_ke94]

Thank you for the honest video. I really like your styling and recommendations.

[@msParadoxus]

Wow, this is perfect timing! We don't have Uniqlo in NZ and I'm a big fan, my partner is off to Melb tomorrow and you literally have all the items I've been looking at in your video AND you're the same height as me so it's just perfect. Thanks Helen 💙

[@samanthakerryy]

For some reason KZbin randomly recommended your video to me.. and thank god for that :,) As someone who’s never bought from uniqlo before you’ve actually inspired me with the items you recommended, and your reviews are really great, you cover some things that no one ever would wich are really practical to know for everyday life so thank you! And seeing the way you styled them was inspiring too! We’re around the same height so when I saw you in a few things that I would have originally thought would never suit me because of my height I got giddy haha!

[@lumiaogaga3254]

hi, love ur video! would you mind mentioning which skirt (or just brand) you went with in 5:01 please? didn't see that item in info columnm. cheers and have a good one!

[@sydneyuan4582]

i also love their ribbed crop tops! they're really comfortable and easy to style

[@emma.l]

I've noticed natural mens vs synthetic womens clothes too!! It's so odd to me, I much prefer cotton over poly blends but usually the womens fit is more flattering. I love the mens flannel in your video though, thanks for the tip!

[@anastasiafg2672]

watching your Uniqlo vid always makes me want to run to the nearest oneto mine 😂 I have also started taking materials and fabrics into consideration now 🤭

[@flapjac4155]

Brilliant video. Love all our content. Thank you.

[@jumplc]

Great review and I really like the cargo pants :)

[@emmanuelleh7218]

I love your reviews. I feel other creators never really address gross synthetic fabrics and how practical it will actually be. Do you think you can mention if pants include any extra fabrics to make the hems longer for us tall girls ? 😁

[@veronicapinguin3699]

I absolutely love the Creme satin skirt! I cannot find the link in the subscription box , that why I wanted to ask you where it’s from! I really enjoyed the video ❤️

[@MrEverybodymove1]

Same !

[@naya4607]

I love that you care abt fabric composition like I do ☺️

[@northwinds8]

Hi Helen, I really enjoy and learn from your videos. I wonder would you consider doing a review of Levi clothes? Huge thanks

[@YukinoRen]

Thank you for the review! Striped longsleeve looks so interesting! The combination of colors and the fit suits you very much)) As for me I really like Uniqlo's base cotton t-shirts - very good fabric for me, smooth and pleasant to the touch and durable (if we will compare brands of mass market)!

[@eunagiii]

i like uniqlo paul & joe tied long skirt, it's very good quality and you dont have to iron it! thanks for your videos, it always comes up in my recommended, it is nice to have an eye to dress well, which not everyone have, me included! this is lovely! thank u!

[@JanJan-pc2fy]

Because of you I learned how to dress better and know my own style. I like Uniqlo even though a lot says it's too basic. Love their trousers so much and also, I agree that the men's section has better fabrics. 😅

[@catherinepham8392]

Helen! Just discovered your videos and love your style! Subscribed 🥰. Where is your top from? Love it!!

[@HD-ol1mc]

This is so useful, I'll save it for my upcoming first trip to Japan 😊. I love the caramel colours of the striped t-shirt, but as a more "full" figured person, I find dropped shoulders unflattering. I always look for a set-in sleeve, like the Sezane Colette top. Although it is so expensive!

[@ruthsensei7699]

Your shoes go well with any outfits ❤❤

[@susanma4899]

I thrifted a Uniqlo top that has that same issue you mentioned--the collar just doesn't want to lie down properly. Even when I iron it repeatedly, it has a mind of its own!

[@cristinaph]

Hi, Helen! If you want flowy navy trousers, M&S do one in a linen-viscose blend, with a drawstring and nice thickness of waistband - available in Petite length, too, as you may know. So, so comfy! Of course, not slinky, but certainly drapey and a nice silhouette.

[@Whitebeamjournals]

Thoughtful content ❤ subscribed

[@fromwordstosounds]

Thanks a lot for another great content, Helen. What's the mock neck jumper you're wearing throughout the video? It looks very beautiful on you. By the way, can you share something like, the "dupe" for Sezane? since you're very familiar with the brand, are there pieces of other brands that are similar to Sezane, but with only a fraction of the price 🤭

[@laurendempers1315]

I love Uniqlo videos especially since I don’t have one near me for trying things on, and it tends to be hit or miss for me ordering online. I would love to know more about the stores you buy from, what kind of items are best from each and why, the decision making process etc (especially US-accessible ones as there are so many Australian brands we can’t get here!) 😄

[@SafianiMahat]

Would love to see a video of Muji apparels review from you 😀

[@theailona]

I really enjoy your videos, Helen! Fabric composition has never been a top requirement for m e, but perhaps I should start to. And I agree with what you said about those blue lounge pants! I always avoid that kind of material no matter the brand, because I know they won't last as long. I would note that UNIQLO is a Japanese brand. Sizing might be off to Caucasians, but I find they are certainly more favourable to Asians. Fun fact, sizing is different across regions. Depending on the cut, I wear XXS-S here in Australia, but wear XS-M if I purchased them from Asian countries. Also, I appreciate that they are less into following the major worldwide trends going on. Again because of their root, most of their pieces are Japanese styles, so some might find it hard to style or mix and match. For example, I'm very much into Japanese fashion and most of my wardrobe is Uniqlo. Meanwhile, my sister isn't and although the brand has heaps of basics, she still finds it hard to find something that works for her. Not all pants are free to tailor, but it's certainly a bonus (and affordable) service! Especially when I'm super petite, just under 150cm (not even 5'). Lastly, even though an item has the same exact name, I find that they can have slight differences year to year, or even season to season! Some may find this as an improvement, while others might not. That being said, they're still my go-to brand given the quality and price point. I have pieces that are well over 5 years and I don't baby them!

[@katherineandini5962]

I have 2 pairs of the smart ankle trousers & I quite like them, I bought them in Asia like 6-7 years ago when I started joining the workforce “as an adult”. They’re my go-to trousers for work trips because they don’t crease easily & falls just right on me. However, I was disappointed by the same design that I found here in the Netherlands: it’s a bit more roomy & creases easier. The roomy part I understand, perhaps it’s made to cater to Caucasian physique. What I don’t really understand is the same material composition feels different when worn 🤨 Last time when I went home to see family & friends in Asia, I bought some Uniqlo items because there are different models/designs that I can’t find in Europe & usually they fit me better off-the-rack 😅

[@tigerwoodp7556]

Hi Helen, love your video! May I know where your green ring is from?

[@susanma4899]

I actually went to Uniqlo yesterday and got two things. For reference, I am quite tall and wear a size 14. I bought the sports bra/top version of the tank top you showed. It works well as a bra and is thick but soft. I am not large chested, so I was able to squeeze into a Japanese XL. I might try ordering a larger size when I am back in the States. I have some ladies' cargos that I like and I was trying to decide between another color of those or the men's pair. I tried on the men's XL and they are not too big around the waist, but very oversized in the leg, and you can gather them at the ankle with a drawstring. I love really oversized clothes, so I got the men's pair.

[@eireannhobbert1541]

I am in love with that white skirt 😭😭😭😭

[@cristinaph]

Uniqlo’s Linen Cotton Tapered Pant is 💯, ladies!

[@elizabethwalker3002]

I am tall with a pear shape, so I never go for Uniqlo pants, but I ABSOLUTELY go for the merino wool sweaters. Every year I grab a color or two- I have two turtle neck versions, and I've purchased 5 crew neck merino sweaters. Sadly one shrank in the wash, so I handed it on to a friend. Before I found those, I always got the heattech fleece. With any of the sweaters I can layer the heattech base layers, whether the ultra or just regular warmth. They have gotten me through 6 northern Asian and European winters.

[@tangeriini4463]

I love the smart ankle pants! Length’s so perfect for me as a 145cm gal

[@TheAlyconaria]

I might try popping over to the men's section! Unfortunately I find the striped cotton top looked too heavy on me, I like their heatech skivvies up top for warmth even though they're synthetics!

[@musicalina230]

I have that same yellow skipper shirt! I wore it today in fact. I quite like it, but it is rather shapeless. It works well in the heat though! 💛

[@DailyHelenJ]

Oh I’m so glad to hear it works in the heat for you! I actually LOVE the style and colour and strangely love the shapelessness hahah. Wish it worked for me as well

[@user-ir4sx5cq3c]

Hi thanks for the detailed sharing, very useful! By the way, the black jacket with silver zip looks very nice, please can you share the link or brand name?

[@cristy7394]

Strong recommendation for the women dry sweat track pants and the men wide-fit pleated pants. The former has a very beautiful shape and look, especially in off white. The latter also has a very good shape and material feels very sturdy; the fact that this pair of pants has strings to tighten the waist area is such a bless for me.

[@MW-sp6iv]

the short wool plaid skirts are the only skirts i like from uniqlo!

[@g2xk508]

Thanks for the review ! I might have missed it, but what brand is off white atlas skirt?

[@lanahenderson8731]

smart ankle pants are my everyday work pant! open to suggestions for a similar cropped trouser with nicer fabric…

[@niki_bbb]

My most recent Uniqlo purchases are for the fall/winter season - I bought a black viscose maxi dress with long sleeves (although I think they sell it as midi with 3/4 sleeves, but I’m 5’2, sooo, haha) with is a perfect “improvement” for the cheaper one I have from my local brand, which I loved, but it’s 100% polyester, which I absolutely cannot wear anymore, suffocating! And the other one is flared jeans in this beautiful navi color with contrast-y stitching (yellow) - absolutely love how they fit on me. Thanks, Helen, your picks are always on point ❤, shame a lot of models of pants from Uniqlo take forever to get to my country, haha

[@ljc772]

I own both the wide legged cotton pants and the cargo pants you showed and love them both. As a pear shape they are flattering on me. I really dislike the smart ankle pants as they are so slim my thighs won't go near fitting into them. Definitely agree about checking out the men's stuff in uniqlo. I often find the pants fit better than the womens.

[@annawinter1174]

Great video, very helpful :) One urgent question, where did you buy the blue jeans, they are perfect 😍 5:59 for example

[@almatoledo1608]

Any suggestions for an alternate white or cream-colored baggy pant for online shopping? Beautiful 💡 thank you.

[@tina-louisephillips787]

Viscose is a natural fabric and expensive thats why a lot of the time its mixed with a synthetic or linen.

[@naya4607]

Hi, I love the cream sweater youre wearing! Wheres it from?

[@tracymeserve5627]

Where is your necklace from? I love it!

[@n.b.3521]

Great analysis! But I have to say that the wide leg pants look far better on you not cuffed. The cuffing ruins the flow & makes it seem like your legs cut off prematurely which makes you look shorter. Keep the ankle exposure for the slimmer tapered styles.

[@pikachubread]

I have a few pairs of the Ultra Stretch Soft Pants, but with more fitted(?) ankles instead. I think I bought them in 2018, and they seem to have held up well! They've been my go-to summer/warm weather pants :) I'm interested in trying wide leg pants, but I'm worried that they'll swallow me. I might try some on in store!

[@mansoor3159]

Can't wait for 100K Subscribers💫💖🙂

[@lutfikatjoa]

I love your style so cute and mature in the same time

[@butterdrop8716]

Hello, what skirt are you wearing in 4:27? It just looks very soft and flowy,😊

[@powderedsuger]

ditto on this - been looking for a similar skirt! @Daily Helen

[@linpa]

id like to know also!

[@mandy32396]

did you have the chance to check out the uniqlo x mame kurogouchi 2023 collection? i purchased their seamless camisole in black, grey and blue and its become one of my staple basic this summer!

[@redsquare4835]

Uniqlo is one of my favorite stores! So I feel I know their stuff well enough so I know what works for me and what doesn’t. Their pants of any sort have never fit me properly- they aren’t good for petites and people with hourglass shapes. And their pants are sooooo high waisted, which is just not for me sadly. But their tops are always great and they usually offer basics in slight different variations. Their sizes have increased in size over the years though weirdly lol

[@littlelady7843]

I have the same observation. I used to shop at Uniqlo when I lived in Shanghai. I never found pants or skirts flatters me. They are usually boxy. I am petite but have defined waist and butt. I loved their tops. Especially the fleece jackets. They are closely fitted and look so flattering on me. The tshirts are basic, but always with good quality and fit well.

[@aliseapse4856]

It’s funny because I agree with most of your thoughts except the men’s vs women’s flannels (and button up shirts in general). To me the women’s one is so much more comfortable, both flannels and button ups. I prefer to wear them oversized and untucked and I find that the men’s just looks like I’m wearing someone else’s shirt where’s the women’s one looks like a shirt that’s just bigger and it’s actually more flattering on me. I do prefer the more natural materials that men’s shirts have but I would probably not buy them again. In general I really enjoy wearing clothes from Uniqlo and if you haven’t already I really would recommend them especially if your style is quite simple. I think this was a great review 😊

[@conniie]

Where did you get your pants at 8:08? I love them!

[@ngocdang3880]

Where did you get your white/cream silk skirt? It's beautiful

[@anna.0408]

I need to know where that gorgeous off-white silk skirt is from!

[@Miss_KoalaL]

Hi Helen what brand is your cream button tank?

[@miyamochis7862]

Actually, I would like to say that Uniqlo does have some nice skirts (or skorts actually, which are better) and they aren’t that flowy type of skirt that you showed in the video. I think if you don’t like the A-line type skirts, then try the skorts or other skirts in Uniqlo, you might like them 👍

[@anniechen4957]

I looove the bra tank top! Please keep doing these :) can you do one for Aritzia?

[@DailyHelenJ]

I would loveeee to shop at Aritzia one day however we don't have them in Australia and I don't believe I can get it easily online either sadly. Potentially one day when I have the chance to visit a store :))

[@missgraceee]

hi, what's the brand of your blue pants?

[@Nennah.]

Do you have a link for the sweater you're wearing?

[@HB-xw6im]

Thank you for the video! Does anyone know if the pullover she is wearing is from Uniqlo? Thanks

[@lalala.POV1698]

yes, that blue pants that is so soft worn out very fast. they feel good on the skin the first few wears but eventually it just become so thin and full of peelings its annoying

[@LoveBeyondCapacity]

What are the details on the cream silk skirt?

[@MrEverybodymove1]

Where to get the cream silk skirt please? Pairing with the green top

[@RizKate]

More Uniqlo or Zara reviews please🤗🫶🏻

[@naya4607]

You also wore some brown pants, where are those too? @8:41 they are stunning!

[@Brabelbla]

Would've liked to see how long all the pants are when they're not rolled up!

[@elizabethpeterson455]

I am 5ft11” inches tall and need longer styles for wearing over shoes. And love wide legs. Will you be carrying longer pants?

[@princessmarvibaluyot2424]

Sizing of cargo pants it is true to size I buy smart ankle pants but it is a little bit large for me

[@xWabbli]

Where is the skirt at 5:00 from?

[@xchrissaay]

Hi Helen, are the ribbed bra tank tops available in Australia? I can’t seem to find them on the Australian uniqlo website… thanks!

[@DailyHelenJ]

They sure are :) I found them in store (though there were limited sizes in the black/white/grey options). They're also online I believe called the 'American sleeve cropped bra top'

[@xchrissaay]

@@DailyHelenJ amazing, thank you so much - I’ve always avoided racerbank tank type tops but this seems to make it so much easier. Thank you so much for sharing!

[@holxy]

But where does the cream silky skirt comes from ?? it is not listed , pls anyone ???😔

[@user-lj8co6en7v]

I also want to buy the creamy silk skirt too! Do you know the brand name of it ?

[@leagrbr]

Can't find the Cotton Baggy Pant in France. I've been looking for it for 2 months, if anyone finds it please tell me! It looks gorg'.

[@secilozcan9235]

hello, I know the brand from you, I bought too many items from this brand, I love their basic t-shirts, wide pants, and cord pants but their wool items wear off too easily, I bought 2 Merino wool cardigans, and they are peeling out too much,in1 year they are not wearable :/. I love also tops with bras, they are a life saver :)

[@phanthuyan7311]

omg, I dont know, Im 51, but i love the men item of Uniqlo, a lot....

[@lightningbolt1120]

I have to say that the ribbed tops are not as good as the ones I bought in 2021 and 2022. They changed the material from cotton to a cotton blend. It’s still good though and I love ‘em.

[@SusanBRoman-ch9bm]

I have found that the men's clothing at J Crew and Banana Republic is superior in fit, tailoring, and material than the women's clothing.

[@dustygrrl]

Viscose (rayon) is not a true synthetic and wrinkles very easily.

[@manna1845]

I love your reviews and watched multiple ones. I noticed something i thought i'd share : all your sentences are stressed the same way which sounds a bit repetitive. It's a shame because your content is not! Hope it helps

[@33Jenesis]

Uniqlo I haven’t found anything I liked since its inception. It is like Gap; basic. I am not fond of basics because I don’t look exotic to balance basic. These items would make me look bland and nondescript.

[@VickyDong2359697]

Same 😂 so many looks good with basics from Uniqlo but never been like that on me. Still enjoy the vid though

[@33Jenesis]

@@VickyDong2359697 i enjoy the vid, too. Helen looks good wearing finely made basics.

[@susanma4899]

Uniqlo has had some collab's that are basic, but NOT. I am in Japan now, so I come across Uniqlo in the thrift store a lot (and the price is always cheap, bc its Uniqlo). I thrifted a raincoat that was a collab with Marni, I also thrifted a top that was a collab with Jil Sander. Both pieces are so well-made and the silhouette is very unique. I also thrifted a gingham backpack that was a from a collab with J Anderson.

[@joley8695]

Thank you for this video.I love the Ines de la Fressange collections at Uniqlo but the sizing is awful.

[@kika1256]

First 🩷

[@rue.el.]

I need Uniqlo to explain why they use Rayon for their work shirts when they ABSOLUTELY do crease and HORRIBLY. Can they just please give up? I love their shirts and how they look but to buy it just for it to look wrinkly from the get go. No. Just no.

[@Myriel67]

Uniqlo is cheap and bad quality!! It’s a so called “fast fashion”. And it is not kind to environment!!! Stop buying there!!!!