How to Find High Quality Clothes. Dos and Don’ts.

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Published 2023-12-05
Hi Everyone,

In this video I’m talking about how I spot good quality clothes that will last in my wardrobe for years.
I explain different aspects of material and construction, two pillars of high quality garments.

I’m sure I’ve missed something so please share with us your experience and how you find the best quality clothes.

I hope you enjoy the video!!!

TIME STAMPS:

00:00 INTRO
01:06 NATURAL MATERIALS
01:56 COTTON
03:21 CASHMERE
05:28 LINEN
06:23 SILK
07:18 LEATHER
07:54 FABRIC BLENDS
09:45 DESIGN/CONSTRUCTION
10:21 CLEANING
11:11 WEIGHT
11:47 COMFORT
12:19 FINAL PRESENTATION
13:28 STRETCH TEST
14:01 BUTTONS
16:40 ZIPPERS
17:31 LOOK INSIDE
18:38 SEAMS
19:36 LINING
20:44 PATTERN
21:27 HEM ALLOWANCE
22:01 HOW TO FIND GOOD QUALITY CLOTHES

HIGH QUALITY SHOPS I RECOMMEND:

NOT PERFECT LINEN (family-run, sustainable linen, ETSY)
BRORA (cashmere, wool)
JIGSAW (fine soft cashmere)
JOHN SMEDLEY (premium knitwear)
BODA SKINS (premium leather, viscose lining)
GUNDA HAFNER (UK made, wool, silk, linen, cotton)
SANVT (premium cotton, wool)
ASKET organic cotton basics, recycled wool,
ARMED ANGELS (organic, sustainable, ethical basics with a twist),
PEOPLE TREE (sustainable, organic, ethical - however to me clothes are too classic and generic),
LILYSILK (I especially recommend wool trousers, silk)
PATRIZIA ARYTON (COATS. could be only in Poland, but if you have a chance to shop there it’s a cheaper, but same quality as Max Mara)
OFFICINE GENERALE (tailoring, knitwear)

BAGS
CHYLAK (of course!!)
SONGMONT (haven’t been disappointed with a quality of my 2 bags, leather+silk lining)


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All Comments (21)
  • How to wear your quality clothes should be the next video. In the old days they used undergarment that could protect your expensiv clothes. I remember those small blouses my mother called ”blous protecter” a cotton blouse for wearing under your more expensiv blouse. Easy to wash and protected the expensiv blous from deodorant and sweat stains. Of course we couldn´t copy everything but there certainly is a lot to learn.
  • @tonyp333777
    Excellent video. I’m a 10 year professional in world class made to measure men’s suits from the top mills in the world. Women’s clothing is light years behind in quality for most brands compared to men’s classic suiting
  • @guhreenskittles
    Max Mara is known for high quality coats but their S Max Mara line is made in China vs in Italy. Completely agree that we shouldn’t trust brands..
  • I live in a hot climate and use a lot of linen. I’ve noticed it’s hard to find heavier linen or good quality light linen. There’s a lot of poor quality linen being sold.
  • What a thorough video on a much needed subject. I wholeheartedly agree 100% with what you say here. I have a difficult time finding blazer and coat linings that are natural fabrics. Most are polyester and acetate.
  • This was one of the best videos I've seen this year. I'm with you 100%. Only quality. I nearly always buy vintage. Last week I got a wonderful nearly-new Max Mara grey wool, cashmere & silk coat for €40.
  • @dianecyment1715
    This was a very detailed and informative video on buying quality clothes. I now read labels on clothes to determine the fabric content. So many retailers use acrylic, nylon and polyester. I notice that many high-end designers charge a lot of money for blazers ($600) that are made with a high-content of polyester. Thank you for your time.
  • @kenim8134
    Ive been shopping for material for a few years now. It made my shopping experience much easier -> whenever I see something interesting, look for the lable, see polyester, immediately pass. Now I don't even need to walk into 80% of the stores in a mall, no decision fatigues 😂😢 I usually just buy the first piece that meets the material and my fit test. No more "I need to compare this item with a million other options" struggles.
  • @shellbell8062
    I am with you on the linen bedding- with a linen flat sheet for the most luxurious night’s sleep ever! Once you do natural fibres you never go back. It’s false economy to buy cheap clothes that fall apart and leave you feeling stinky at the end of the day.
  • @vivienkoles1880
    Thank you for the detailed video. It's so bad that brands don't upload pictures about the inside of the garments. I check always the material of the garment, because my mom worked in the 80's in textile industry, I'm from Hungary and before the fall of the wall my country produced a lot of wool fabric for the Soviet market. They were not fashion fabrics, but heavy-duty ones. My mom told me that she worked as a tester too, and the well made wool fabrics were water-proof. The designer clothes are getting annoying. I was outraged when I saw a polyesther mesh fabric for hundreds of dollars just because it is desingner. The most annoying thing they do is putting a plastic fiber lining inside of a silk garment. If the silk doesn't touch your skin, what is the point?
  • @lucyjones5653
    The video I’ve been waiting for!! I’m so fed up of influencers singing the praises of the quality of an item, yet when you ask them what they mean by that, WHY do they consider it high quality, they’re usually stumped. And no one other than me (and you!) seems to care! It really annoys me. So, THANK YOU for demonstrating what better quality really means. xx
  • @derbywinner6316
    Sustainability clothing is the way to dress. You’re one of the YouTubers influencers who’s not promoting cheap and low quality clothing. 👍
  • @laurenbrown412
    Thank you for taking the time to put together such a thorough and educational video about how to spot garment quality. I feel so much better prepared for my future shopping trips.
  • @drsashina
    This video was so incredibly helpful and insightful. Thank you for sharing your wisdom! I'm excited to go shopping now!
  • @zilbara.3221
    This is a great video! Thank you for reminding us that we deserve to wear quality clothes!
  • @joanne_niagara
    Wow, one of the best fashion videos I've seen. Thank you for such thorough information. This is incredibly helpful!!
  • Absolutely brilliant ❤ Thank you for this detailed, thorough video! I’ve never come across a YouTube with such complete content. Love how you’ve gotten into the details. Would love to see more of your content around various women’s clothing (summer wear, gloves, evening wear, etc.). Thank you for this!!
  • @raniad1973
    Extremely useful, that is the exhaustive video I have been looking for. Thank you so much, especially for illustrating your statements with visual and concrete examples. keep the High Quality work please...
  • @gloriaa3652
    This would be a good optional lecture, extra credit in high school. Mostly girls would attend but it would start them an a different trajectory for life and put a dent into fast fashion. I am sick of seeing people compare two vastly different quality items and say: same thing and this one is cheaper.
  • @cbd8846
    This lady is down to earth practical, smart and effortlessly chic. The real walk the talk thing.