How To Buy CLOTHES You'll ACTUALLY WEAR | AVOID REGRET PURCHASES
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Published 2022-07-31
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For reference, I am 160cm or 5'3. I wear an AU 6, XS. EU 34 and US 0 (I take one size down in US sizing). I am more pear shaped and often need to size up one size for pants for it to fit well at the hip. For jeans I am usually a W25 (esp in Levi's), though depending on style, I also often go up to a W26.
ITEMS FEATURED IN THIS VIDEO (in order)
Navy Silk Bias Skirt 0 - Lee Mathews - alternatives I like bit.ly/3BsQFtQ OR bit.ly/3Sc0VwB
Black Knit Skirt XS - AJE bit.ly/3vtf2E4
Silk Taffeta Skirt 0 (runs small, I recommend one size up) - Tibi bit.ly/3Sgs2Xi
Light Yellow Trousers 34 - Sezane - same style diff colour bit.ly/3oKvNqG
Navy Trousers 34 - Filippa K
Mentioned: Textilepedia book bit.ly/3zmFd09
Charcoal Blazer with invisible closure XS - Low Classic bit.ly/3SgVdK3
White Drawstrong Pants OS - Urago bit.ly/3JgtO6Q
fits me well on large side (would fit someone imo 1-2 sizes larger than me also)
Navy Oversized Blazer XXS - Tibi
Black Jacket With White Trim bit.ly/3pbrXXF
White Sheer Blouse - Uniqlo (but a very long time ago) - online selection is quite small, this is different fabric than mine bit.ly/3Q0qVJG
White Shirt worn XS - Colourful Standard bit.ly/3zn1eMz
Black Asymmetrical Neckline Top OS - Lookast bit.ly/3cNAkFT
Black Belt With Silver Buckle - Sezane bit.ly/3JgIbIh
Kangaroo Jumper XXS - Tibi bit.ly/3BwTVVm
Patent Boots - Miista
Cream Silk Skirt XS - Venroy bit.ly/3zjxkIT
Green Dress US 2 - Sezane bit.ly/3cUczw2
Navy Jumpsuit XS - & Other Stories (haven't tailored, slightly long but not long enough to tailor) bit.ly/3oIFPbS
Doesn't appear to be on US site yet (usually it comes out soon - slight difference in release time) bit.ly/3PPxnDg
Cropped Blazer XXS - Tibi (old)
Light Blue T-Shirt S - COS (colour sold out, same style) bit.ly/3zkuzqW
Polka Dot Shirt S - Sezane bit.ly/3Bv5Ov0
Black Shoulder Bag - APC bit.ly/3zidwFX
WHAT I'M WEARING
White Top - COS (but in store from sales)
Kangaroo Jumper XXS - Tibi bit.ly/3BwTVVm
Pamela Card Earrings bit.ly/3OMwD0y
Rings - Mejuri
10% off your first Mejuri order here mejurifinecrew.sjv.io/P06x5Y
Lipstick - 3ce smoked rose
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 - 00:36 Intro
00:37 - 02:55 Fabric
02:56 - 04:54 Thoughtful Design
04:55 - 07:07 Quality/Wearability
07:08 - 09:35 3 Word Rule
09:36 - 12:06 Ways To Wear
12:07 - 14:05 Size Up Or Down
14:06 - 15:48 Subtle Nuances
15:49 - 17:26 Something I Recently Learnt
17:27 - 18:08 Outro
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All Comments (21)
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Love the point about buying basics with a personal style twist. I’ve always found myself gravitating to “basics” that have a touch of my feminine and elegant style. It makes them more me and still allows for easy mix and matching in my wardrobe
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Love the last tip especially….I’ve realized that I’m someone who buys lots of duplicates, and as a result, I often feel quite bored with my wardrobe. Really enjoy your videos!💕
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Wow, I enjoyed this so much. You are so thoughtful and practical and it is so fun to see how your style has truly developed. Top points for me: - the size chart doesn't know that you're shorter/taller etc. (love the subtle humor in how you said this!) - wearing multiple ways doesn't have to equal just mixing and matching for essentially the same outfit - basics often cater to everyone and therefore no one in particular so it really pays off to look for those that suit us best Also loving seeing the "ugly" pieces coming in, like the sezane patchwork top and this sweater. Definitely thinking about DIY-ing my own fun animal-embroidered sweater, inspired by you!
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This came at a great time! I decided to do a no buy month for July and I have some purchases planned for August, so I'll definitely be using these tips. I loved your last video on things to consider before purchasing a piece and am so excited to watch this one now! Thank you so much for your fantastic content :) Edit: I just finished watching the video, and I love your nuanced and carefully considered advice. Even though you talked about fabrics in your last video on shopping, you found new ways to elaborate on it and all of the other topics you covered. Love it!
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this is such a good video!! thank you for all these tips, been feeling like my style has been stagnating in past months - the point that stood out most to me was considering whether or not a new item of clothing challenged my personal style. I realised I got a few pieces like that recently, and they definitely bring so many fresh perspectives to my wardrobe! I'll definitely keep your tips in mind moving forward ♡
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Thank you for your thoughtful styling tips every week. Really enjoy watching your videos Helen❤
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Another really thoughtful and well articulated video. Thank you ❤️
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Great video ☺️. I definitely get over excited about one or two elements of a piece and fail to consider it as a whole and how it will meld with other things. Especially online shopping. I also tend to feel avoidance of simple or basic pieces because I don’t want to feel boring. From this video I think I’ll put a little checklist of considerations together so I can find some interesting basics and versatile things 😊.
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Excellent tips, thanks Helen.
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Very nice explained! Thank you, you are amazing!
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You're like the big sister I never had❤️ thank you for making my 'blue Mondays' better😂❤️
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Hi. New subscriber here. I'm a lot older than you are, but i love your style and find your tips to be a cut above the usual...very thoughtful and unique. Thanks for the post.
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Such a great and informative video!!! Thank you!
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Love the jumpsuit! Thanks for the great tips :)
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loved your advice at the end! love hearing and seeing what you're learning so I can also learn from them as well!
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Loved the video! Thank you ❤️
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Such great tips!
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Three words is really trending now. Just like capsule wardrobes did back in the day. I really don't think we need to put ourselves in those boxes. It ultimately leads to us having similar outfits and/or multiple colours of the same thing. Totally guilty! My husband always says 'don't you have one of those already?' after I buy yet another pleated skirt!!!
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A well-thought-out video with fresh, interesting content.
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this 3ce lipstick looks so good on you!