How To Buy Clothes You'll ACTUALLY WEAR | 8 Questions To Ask Before You Buy!
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- Опубликовано: 1 авг 2024
- Tips to buy clothes you'll actually wear! How to buy and choose better (esp with Black Friday coming up)
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Sharing 8 questions to ask yourself before your next purchase. I find that these questions are things I always ask myself when adding something new to my wardrobe. With Black Friday coming up, hopefully these questions will be useful if you are looking to shop the sales for anything new.
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+ SIZING
I am 160cm, 5'3, usually AU 6, EU 34 or US 0-2, XS, or Levi's W25. For other jeans (& other stories, reformation) I am usually a W25.
+ ITEMS SHOWN (in order)
Book: Textilepedia - the complete fabric guide bit.ly/3CtjN16
Midi Dress (also wearing) XS bit.ly/3FBe6QL
*White Knit - Sezane - Size S bit.ly/3Fu5A5W
I sized up here for preference but for a normal fit, go true to size
Linen blend trousers - Tibi via The Outnet old bit.ly/3kTKUMO
Silver t-shirt - Balzac Paris old
Sweatshirt XXS - Tibi via Shopbop during a SALE - in khaki bit.ly/3r8RG5t
Wool Blazer - similar option (luxury option) bit.ly/3x8orka
Blazer - some options via The Outnet bit.ly/3xbLTwL
Navy Stripe - APC old similar bit.ly/3HGaxuc OR bit.ly/3HxqDq9
Cream Stripe - Sezane James knit XXS bit.ly/3oEC4DI
+ WEARING
Dress XS (will be in my next video) bit.ly/3FBe6QL
*Earrings Mejuri 'Medium Tube Hoops'
*Necklace 'Diamond Necklace' in 14k white gold
Get 10% off mejurifinecrew.sjv.io/P06x5Y
Shop My Mejuri Black Friday Favourites mejuri.com/edit/best-jewelry-...
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00:00 - 00:50 Intro
00:51 - 01:40 Know Your Style
01:41 - 04:25 Choose The Right Fabrics
04:26 - 07:06 Does It Have A Twist?
07:07 - 08:17 Do My Duplicates Clash?
08:18 - 10:26 Price
10:27 - 12:24 Longevity & Is There An Alternative?
12:25 - 13:10 What Am I Actually Going To Style It With?
13:11 - 14:21 Will I Wear It In The Next Week?
14:22 - 15:07 Outro
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Hello!! :) I'll love to know YOUR TIPS and tricks on things you check before you buy. Let me know in the comments below!
Loved your point on timeless with a twist. I don’t look good in super basic pieces (the one exception being a white button down), and I’ve noticed that when I find basic pieces with a twist or an ‘elevated basic’, it suits me more. I used to think that basic pieces were great for everyone, but they make me look plain despite looking beautiful on others.
I liked the idea about 3 different looks per item. That was new to me. I grew up making my own clothes, my mom taught us to sew so I’ve always noted fabrics and thought about tailoring and longevity when I started buying RTW. I loved how you included those values. X
I liked the point that every material has a purpose, some material are more suited for tops others for bottoms others gor outerwear! It's a great point to consider!
🧡 One thing I’ve been doing on my wish list lately is adding the number of times I expect to wear the item over its appropriate season. It’s clarifying as to future price per wear and usefulness. Helps me reduce the 'cool collectible design' that isn’t actually super practical over time (and I already have plenty of those items).
I love how analytical this is! I take a similar approach each season when added a few new items to my wardrobe. I keep a google document of photos or screen grabs of my wardrobe for that season and add the potential pieces into the visual collection. I'll think on it a few days before making the purchase!
I like modern classics, the “twist” often dates the item quickly. Those sweaters and sweatshirts with ruffles on the shoulders, for example, already look outdated, and are still for sale in places.
A very very good point! I think for me, ruffles tend to be almost 'timeless' in that they have their moments in style. But I wear them regardless. Definitely something to keep in mind as to whether something will date quickly and whether we'll still wear it once it dates :)
@@DailyHelenJ that is exactly it! In talking about twists, its all about what the twist is, and whether YOU will love and wear it regardless of whether its in or out of trend! That requires a lot of learning and understanding your own personal style! Loved the video!
It depends on the “twist”, for example the shirt with button to the side is cool, but ruffles on sleeve is not something I’d go to.
I dont order from Shein too, but i cant afford the clothes you buy, and im sure lots of your followers are like me. I buy my clothes from h&m and mango and they last for years. And i dont want to save money to buy 1 peace of expensive clothing and only wear that for months especially if i have to build a new wardrobe. I dont know if its true but i heard that for example some of Sezane's clothes are not good quality, and most of the time i believe ppl pay for the brand name. Sorry for my English im not native english speaker.
Hey Bianka :) I think that choosing well is always more important than where we buy from. I actually have lots of things from &otherstories and mango over the years which have lasted me well. But I think Shein is on another level where I’ve seen some terrible things. A 100% valid point you’re making :)
Will definetly be using these tips for future purchases, thank you! One of the things I look for in the material of an item is whether or not it will shrink when washing in 40 degrees as opposed to 30, since it's almost impossible to get rid of rougher stains if washing in 30 (at least in my opinion). Therefore I often size up when it comes to clothes made of linen and viscose. Polyester is great in this regard since it retains its shape when exposed to heat (as you mentioned with the pleated skirt). However, I also do prefer linen, cotton and viscose but it's much harder to make purchase these clothes in my opinion when taking washing into consideration..
Absolutely! How a material washes is sooo important. I tend to do 30degrees and just use a stain remover but clothes that don't wash well is just the worst. I do often err on side of caution and handwash when I get the feeling something is not going to retain the shape but obviously that's a pain. Thank you so much for sharing this and watching xx
I love seeing the transformation of your channel! You are an inspiration and your advice is so creatively incorporated into thoughtful videos!
You spoil us with your tips and tricks! LOVED this vid (and your nails). I personally relate to clashing duplicates, but have curbed that impulse after you had casually flagged that in another video. One thing I've also been practicing is to ask myself "where and when do I realistically see myself wearing this?". When I see something that appeals to my aesthetic my eyes light up and I want to own it/feel confident I'll be able to pull it off...but the scenarios in my head may not be centered around my daily lifestyle for instance - almost like a fantasy of what I'd picture myself wearing. That marks the difference for me between wanting to own it vs needing it, which leaves me admiring the item without purchasing it.
Great video Helen! I like all the tips that you mentioned.
Also I want to say and it goes with your last tip is that I usually buy for fancy self. I think it’s my style, I love it on someone else but when I buy it, it’s very hard to style... so I struggle with this one a lot!
Wow the make sure each piece can be worn in three different outfits is golden. What a great tip. Thank you.
Honestly, I look forward to your videos so much! Possibly the most among any other channel I subscribe to. Thanks as always for your effort!
Just bought the Textilepedia book two months ago! There are really tons of great insightful information about fabrics. Glad to hear you introduce it! You always produce great content! So obsessed! :)
I try to buy good quality and natural garments, and it does not necessarily mean paying hundreds. Sometimes I window shop and I see very expensive sweaters and 1/3 of the composition is plastic. Have to be careful at & other stories all the time because I love almost everything there
Thank you so much for another informative video. I bought the tibi cropped blazer that you mentioned and it arrived yesterday and it fits me perfectly! Thank you for the recommendation 😊
Thanks for these helpful tips! Great things to keep in mind while shopping ☺️
Love your videos, they really inspire me to go for quality over quantity. Also love how you say "hit like if you liked this video" at the END of the video and don't waste time at the beginning.
Fantastic video! I need to watch it every couple of weeks! Your concise explanations, your excellent visuals and demeanor are such a trifecta. Thank you. You make your videos look so polished I can forget how much work they take to make. I love the one week suggestion for a new piece. Also, running through outfit combinations prior to purchase - I could use the App. I have - to make sure it fits in with my lifestyle and aesthetic.
I highly appreciate your reference to this fabric book 🤓📚
Super insightful. Thanks!
Ouuuu great tips! Also your style is dreamy, by far my fav on RUclips
Some suggested asking “where am I going in this?” Before purchasing
Great video, so many wise tips!
P.S. Love the dress you're wearing
I’ll definitely consider these tips before purchasing, thank you! :)
Thank you so much :) Can I just take a moment to appreciate how lovely it is that you always comment and watch my videos!! Thank you x
This is what I learned, buy things which we gonna wear not just for fantasy or you desire.
I just found your channel and have already learned so much!
I am so so happy to hear, thank you for watching :) xx
I totally agree about the classics with a twist. Last year I bought plain shirts after seeing videos about having all the basics in your closet. At the end I don't wear it 😂. I don't feel like me in basic plain shirts.
Excellent tips 👍 rarest video 😊
This video was GREAT! Fit and sizing are very important to me when shopping, being petite I have to make sure the item is suitable for my height e.g. bodysuits can be too long for my torso if not from the right brand
I like duplicates. It’s so difficult for me to find natural-fiber clothes that I really love, so when I do, I’ll buy it in different colors from my palette (Quince’s perfect silk skirts are one example).
I also would love to learn more about fabrics and their respective benefits. Could you link the book you are reading off at 3:10 please? It sounds very interesting and in depth
Absolutely, it's a great little book. It's called Textilepedia - it basically includes all different fabrics and the pro/con of each fabric. I'll also link it now in the description box if interested x
Hi Helen! Can you please let me know where you got those gorgeous red sandals in 13:03? I love the versatility of your pieces and the unique ways you style them for special occasions.
Thanks for the feedback regarding polyester, and how come in some very fine fabrics, some have a porcentedge of polyester, wich I don't! Is like a hit in your face, but now I realize why that happens
10:56 aH love your nails!✨
Thank you so much :) !! x
When did you purchase the Chloe bag that it was on sale?
No one can afford clothes that are so cheap that we never wear them, like the viscose skirts in my comment. That was about $120-150 US wasted, I could have got a silk top that I would live in for that. I’ve been frittering away to much money on cheap items during the pandemic, if I saved and planned better, I could have fewer things, but ones I love.
I definitely can relate to this especially last year in the pandemic. I think it's what kick started this whole system of questions for me, so I can hopefully plan/buy better :)
What brand is the sweatshirt you are wearing. Its lovely 😊
I have been watching you for a while now and you have inspired me to be more conscious to look at the composition of the clothing material before making the purchase. Can you share your knowledge and your experience on how you take care of your clothes especially the ones that need to be dry cleaned(silks, wool, etc). Thank you for the great content
So agree with this comment! I would also love to learn how to care for the clothes I’m investing in :) Thanks again for the insightful tips Helen!!🌷
Yes! I’d love to see a video on how you care for your items. Part of what holds me back from purchasing quality fabric, as much as I value them, is the care that I perceive would contribute to its longevity.
Hey! I only buy natural fibre clothing, lots of silk, wool and cashmere. Items that say dry clean only often means you can definitely gently hand wash (unless it is very heavy weight wool that might felt) :)
@@dovie. What detergent do you use? I have used Laundress Delicate Wash for two of my silk tops and they have been ruined. I am scared to wash anything at this point.
Hi! Can I ask where you bought your Chloé Tess bag 50% off?
I love the dress you're wearing but the link doesn't seem to work 😞 I get a "this site is down" page but the rest of &otherstories's site seems to work just fine.
I know that I like YOUR STYLE, and I’m old😂👌❗️
I have to stop myself purchasing clothes with a pattern (other than stripes) I find beautifully patterned clothes that fit my shape, my colour palette and with my other clothes but I know that after 2 or 3 wears I will get tired of the pattern and stop wearing it....
I love classics but with a twist because basics are well boring and most of the time I dress pretty simply. For example I love basic pieces that have texture, I think it makes items more interesting.
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I don’t like synthetics, but a pleated polyester midi skirt is the exception. Even Ralph Lauren’s are polyester. If it’s not too hot, and the skirt is light and floaty enough, they’re wearable. It’s my trunk that overheats, not my limbs so much. I was so excited to order two viscose, not polyester, slip skirts from H&M, at least they were breathable. They are virtually impossible to iron, even following the instruction of ironing while wet, and after hanging dry thoroughly, they look all puckered and wrinkled again. I’m going to declutter them, sadly, I did my very best but they’re not wearable according to my standards. I hope they try again in a better, more eco-friendly, viscose-type fabric. (I noticed that they weren’t offered again, buyers were unhappy.)
We definitely share this in common! :) Occasionally, something in outerwear/ a pleated skirt, I can tolerate. But in a top/ or dress for me is where it becomes a major no.
Completely agree. If the item requires a synthetic component to do what it needs to do, then it makes sense. Pants and skirts I don’t mind that much, but anything on top in close contact with my skin, I need breathable natural fabrics. I feel almost claustrophobic in sweaty polyester on top.
Thank you for saying that you don’t believe in spending at Shien! Cheap fashion is a waste of our planets resources and never looks good.
I have LOTS of items from fast fashion that are SYNTHETIC and lasted years, and are still my current favourites! Some are even 10 years old and are still very wearable! Being sustainable doesn't mean only buying "high quality natural fabrics", that is very elitist and out of touch. 👎
I think the point is so that if someone IS able to afford or save up for the natural fibers, then they should try to go for those. There are heavy environmental impacts of synthetic fabrics in production and in the disposal but obvs it's not really the fault of the consumer if that's what is affordable for them.
I think the reason I spoke about finding the right fabrics for your lifestyle, and not recommending specific fabrics like linen, is taking into account that synthetics DO have benefits. They are not what I prefer sure, but they do have benefits as you say. Totally understandable and fair to say synthetics work better for you.
@@ericachow5275 Who is more sustainable, someone who shops hiGh qUaLity NatUraL fAbRics all the time, or someone who buys one item of clothing a year and makes it last years? Mind you, I have silk, wool, linen, etc in my wardrobe but I don't go all preachy on other people about hIGh qUaliTy nAtuRaL fAbRics. If you wan't to be truly sustainable, then stop buying, period.
@@DailyHelenJ LOL, you missed the point. Stop with your sustainability arc, your shopping decisions do not make you better or more sustainable than the rest of us. I bet my neck my closet of mostly synthetics is more sustainable than yours. All of the articles of clothing in my wardrobe are at least 10 years old, I haven't shopped in a decade, save for some underwear or socks that need replacing. You fashion bloggers are so out of touch. Your shopping habit is what's unsustainable.
@@jlopez6455 "who is more sustainable, someone who does once a year or someone who does all the time??" doesn't prove anything. i agree that it doesn't matter if your clothes are all natural fibers, if you buy in excess, but there's nothing wrong with the message itself, unless you find that for some reason the synthetic clothing you have is much more durable. otherwise it just seems like you came here to tell us you're a better and more sustainable person than Lumiere, which.. good for you I guess.