Alex Neuf
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AMAZING plus-size brand + how the fashion industry fails plus-size women
Come tour an amazing plus-size brand's studio with me, and learn WHY the fashion industry's offerings for plus-size women are so inadequate.
Show Marc Alexandrin some love on Instagram: marcalexandrin
and on their website: marcalexandrin.com/
www.refinery29.com/en-ca/2020/07/9929389/high-quality-plus-size-clothing-brands
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Відео

Shein vs Chanel: How different is the quality?
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Are you really just "paying for the brand" if you buy a luxury item? Is fast fashion really as terrible as it's made out to be? In this video, I compare two tweed blazers; one from Shein and one from Chanel (both bought secondhand!) to show you the differences in quality that lurk beneath the surface of two similar-looking jackets. If you're interested in exploring this topic further: Book on e...
Fun facts (and techniques) behind celebrity fashion
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In this video, I share some fun facts (and a few techniques) behind some trends seen on celebrities and the runway, including slip dresses, fringe, and sheer fabrics.
Fabrics 102: Comfort and Durability
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Are natural fibers more comfortable than synthetics? More durable? The answer: It's complicated!! Watch my Fabric 101 video: ua-cam.com/video/yBcJXXWEHD4/v-deo.htmlsi=YJ1MLRHUXtOfT_r1
Working at the Canada Goose sewing factory
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Overall, I really enjoyed my time working at Canada Goose's sewing factory in Montreal, but of course, no job is perfect. In this video I highlight some of the pros, cons, and things that surprised me about working there!
Fabrics 101
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Everything you need to know about fabric, whether you sew or you just really like clothes! Types of fabric weaves: lyvanna.com/blogs/blog/silk-satin-vs-silk-twill-what-are-fabric-weaves?srsltid=AfmBOoo8GHpJO_oCov0j094cdogTfxpLp_Oqr7qn17s0MdTNw0YQWxk8 Video for knit geeks: ua-cam.com/video/582jqw0J1Vw/v-deo.htmlsi=OhELIOhNc5RQBRTM Timeline: 00:00 - Intro 00:27 - Fabric has TWO parts 01:08 - Type...
My first Chanel haute couture piece!!!
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My first Chanel haute couture piece!!!
The Dior handbag scandal!
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The Dior handbag scandal!
Olympics Opening Ceremony Fashion
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Olympics Opening Ceremony Fashion
Couture sewing techniques 101
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Couture sewing techniques 101
Why is Canada Goose so expensive?!
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Why is Canada Goose so expensive?!
How I got my bodice block to fit perfectly
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How I got my bodice block to fit perfectly
Pros and cons of making your own sewing patterns
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Pros and cons of making your own sewing patterns
Using a domestic sewing machine after months of using an industrial
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Using a domestic sewing machine after months of using an industrial
Why I quit my job at a sewing factory
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Why I quit my job at a sewing factory
Easy tips to get faster at sewing
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Easy tips to get faster at sewing
Things I've learned from sewing at a factory
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Things I've learned from sewing at a factory
What's it like to work in a sewing factory?
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What's it like to work in a sewing factory?
Haute Couture sewing techniques vs Ready to Wear
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Haute Couture sewing techniques vs Ready to Wear
Can you make money as a fashion designer?
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Can you make money as a fashion designer?
How I got into Parsons' AAS in Fashion Design
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How I got into Parsons' AAS in Fashion Design
Is learning to sew hard? Yes, but you can do it.
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Is learning to sew hard? Yes, but you can do it.
LA Vlog: Buying fabrics from LA textile
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LA Vlog: Buying fabrics from LA textile
What is haute couture sewing, and how is it different from industrial and home sewing?
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What is haute couture sewing, and how is it different from industrial and home sewing?
A beginner's guide to sergers
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A beginner's guide to sergers
How to get good at sewing
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How to get good at sewing
How to thread an industrial sewing machine (Juki DDL-8700-7)
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How to thread an industrial sewing machine (Juki DDL-8700-7)
Why you need to learn to sew BEFORE going to fashion school
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Why you need to learn to sew BEFORE going to fashion school
Industrial vs Domestic sewing machines: Which one is right for you?
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Industrial vs Domestic sewing machines: Which one is right for you?
What I wish I knew before going to fashion school
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What I wish I knew before going to fashion school

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @Kereru
    @Kereru 12 годин тому

    Love a strong stand against fast fashion! There's absolutely no excuse.

  • @Burn-ph9tq
    @Burn-ph9tq 16 годин тому

    chanel looks more expensive from far away

  • @itsfbizzleyo
    @itsfbizzleyo День тому

    did you end up going?

  • @cherylrichards8951
    @cherylrichards8951 День тому

    For decades fashion designers dressed plus-sized women in what was basically sacks. Sure the item may have come with a belt or some design embellishment, but it was still a sack. I believe the fashion designers did this so we wouldn't be seen. Their thought process was if you weren't a size 0-6, you didn't deserve to dress in nice things.

  • @MotoM0nk
    @MotoM0nk 2 дні тому

    that hand overcast is quite rough

  • @DotyParcell
    @DotyParcell 2 дні тому

    mirbag really knows how to showcase the best features of each bag! Your videos are always so helpful.

  • @EmyN
    @EmyN 2 дні тому

    Love your explanations! Very clear and concise, and I love your no-nonsense attitude, excited to learn more from you, subscribed!

  • @flohough1870
    @flohough1870 2 дні тому

    As someone who has sewn for years, it's really nice to see someone explain why certain items fit and feel better than others. The clothing industry has cheapened so much in construction and the fit on some items is so bad because they've skipped steps to save money.

  • @thatguy.7608
    @thatguy.7608 2 дні тому

    Go back to school!! How cool would it be to shop American haute couture.. I know I know it can only be French but let's change the narrative.

  • @davetavacol3925
    @davetavacol3925 2 дні тому

    This is why we have chosen to abandon American manufacturing. We would rather buy from Temu and Shien and allow professionals to be knocked off. And here I don’t mean elite designers, but also machinists, electricians, and marketers. So here we are. We are in a race ro the bottom. Let’s hope the crappy, poorly made life boats save us….

  • @kath6720
    @kath6720 2 дні тому

    Purée…. Compared SHEIN et Chanel 😂😂😂😂😂

  • @Kiara-qz4yv
    @Kiara-qz4yv 3 дні тому

    I think you look like Ashlee Simpson x also love the vid

  • @LefeberMalaterre
    @LefeberMalaterre 3 дні тому

    It doesn't matter where they are made. It depends on artisans and quality inspection. My family and I have bought 2 MOMCOCO bags in the past 3 years and I'm sure you won't be disappointed!

  • @ImeiHo
    @ImeiHo 3 дні тому

    The Chanel you have is fake!

  • @noblestrength
    @noblestrength 3 дні тому

    I love how you present your content. Much continued success to your endeavors and the growth of your channel.

  • @noblestrength
    @noblestrength 3 дні тому

    Very informative video. Thank you for sharing. 🙂

  • @TanjimGori
    @TanjimGori 4 дні тому

    Rich people never own designer bags, they usually choose MOMCOCO . Middle class people just buy stuff to look rich because they are middle class and not very smart.

  • @NetzleyHartmann
    @NetzleyHartmann 4 дні тому

    The MOMCOCO’s Barbie Pink Chanel is fabulous!

  • @mobstercrow7515
    @mobstercrow7515 4 дні тому

    I honestly like the shein one better.

  • @RahmRylowicz
    @RahmRylowicz 4 дні тому

    MOMCOCO is a must for me as a bag lover

  • @SheOpines
    @SheOpines 4 дні тому

    I don’t see, but I’m captivated. I’ve binged 5 of your video. I appreciate fine clothing and enjoy some special pieces. A few are classics from the late 90’s. My fave is black cashmere blazer. If I were to replace it today? I Can’t even imagine! It was a Nordstrom find. Your mind is so clever and detailed. You’re doing a great job.

  • @WandaNoemi
    @WandaNoemi 4 дні тому

    why don't you compare a Hyundai to a BMW next??????

  • @addim6491
    @addim6491 5 днів тому

    Shein uses slave labour to mega mass produce mostly disposable clothes increasing greatly the pollution in our world Does people in the global south and our lives does'nt count ? I have always bought second hand jewels/everyday clothes with the ocassional local designer piece when I feel like splurging , I do not endorse LVMH brands many if them are not at all great when buying cliché designer LVMH I preffer vintage 100 % also I have found plus sizes up to 3x in the second hand so there is no excuse at all

  • @HolesKrenzer
    @HolesKrenzer 5 днів тому

    he variety of textures in the MOMCOCO pack is impressive. From smooth leather to textured suede, there's something for everyone.

  • @HarkinOrmsbee
    @HarkinOrmsbee 5 днів тому

    Loved everything you’ve showed here! I was really surprised about the MOMCOCO crossbody. Love it!

  • @fernandodandrea5747
    @fernandodandrea5747 5 днів тому

    i think i just found my favorite youtube channel! loved your explanation.

  • @chantastique
    @chantastique 6 днів тому

    10:41 interesting point on the supply/demand principle that comes into play with luxury brands. It reminds me of clothes in the pre-industrialization era; you could say that their clothing was all “luxury” in a sense as it was hella expensive. Unless you made your own clothes of course.

  • @chantastique
    @chantastique 6 днів тому

    Are you kidding, I’m totally intrigued! Thanks for educating us

  • @pinkpotatoes9849
    @pinkpotatoes9849 6 днів тому

    Great to have someone who understands quality tailoring doing this comparision. The materials, care and cut makes it high quality.

  • @sashamoore9691
    @sashamoore9691 6 днів тому

    But why should we have to save for an outfit? It shouldn’t be a luxury to save for an outfit. So by buying luxury clothing that money has to be saved for, compared to buying bulk SHEIN, is preventative, and classist, esp since ppl buy bulk items from Costco wrapped in plastic that gets used far more often then clothes, and companies keep finding ways to make us poorer and poorer so even saving for a SHEIN outfit is modifying and scrutinizing your tight budget just to make room for some cheap clothes. Nobody’s entitled to clothing in general then. Just wear a sheet and tie it. Luxury brands participate in abhorrent behaviors and unsustainable practices and rarely get called out. They use the same manufacturers as SHEIN like with Dior literally using an Alibaba factory to produce their $50. Purse they sell for 5k! Luxury brands are on par with fast fashion, plus the amount of waste they produce when they have unsold items, they destroy them causing more green house emissions then fast fashion

    • @maeduss
      @maeduss 6 днів тому

      Yes… In the past it could probably be different, but I’m not 100% certain about luxury brands human rights/ environmental practices either… Companies can always have their ways to go against the law without being punished (fast fashion or luxury). I wrote a deeper/ more detailed comment about it in this comment section, but some people simply don’t have access to all these “alternatives” some people tell. For a big amount of reasons I described in my comment. Still, yes: we must try our bests to mindfully consume (not just clothes, but anything in general)… We have to find a balance between that (so we can help the environment and the people mistreated by these companies) and to keep our mental health as sane as possible (bc of worrying about all the things all the time). Many things we face/ consume on a daily basis might be harmful to us/ the environment, and we have to give this topic attention and try to help things get better (but not k1lling our thoughts being concerned about every step you give). It’s complicated, so I agree with your comment!

  • @hildaburken4805
    @hildaburken4805 6 днів тому

    Wonderful to hear concern about workers overseas making clothes for fast fashion.

  • @sashamoore9691
    @sashamoore9691 6 днів тому

    Great analysis! Thank u

  • @maeduss
    @maeduss 6 днів тому

    Shein has a few “brands” under them… My athletic wear are mostly from there! Their “Glowmode” brand is said to be made by the same place that provides these pieces for Lululemon… Most of the times I can’t stand the feeling of polyester (even though there are some decent polyester things when it comes to activewear), and these Glowmode clothes are (many of the times) made of polyamide (which I don’t know if that’s just me, but feels better on my skin). I can’t afford other sources when it comes to clothing! The clothing industry sucks in my country and, as a skinny Western woman, I feel most general public brands gravitate towards thick girls (with, maybe, the smaller waist, but most of the other parts thick). I often got myself going to the teen’s section (as an adult) or to the children’s section (as a teen), which is ridiculous, but as a real skinny woman isn’t the standard in the everyday real world (in the West), average brands don’t seem to care. When I complain about this, for ppl Ik irl, they often answer “oh, but bc you’re skinny you could wear this or that brand (proceeds to tell me name of brands totally out of my touch lol… Yes, it’s very easy to find clothes for me… Which working class skinny woman doesn’t have the money to enter a mall and buy a decent/ wearable amount of pieces for 1/4 of their income each? lol)”. The things in older fast fashion mall shops (the ones we have in my country, at least) that, supposedly, fit me, have weird fitting, as even the clothes designed to skinny ppl in these shops (which I’m not even sure about their ethical behaviors) seem to have the same “shape” than clothes made with a medium/ average size woman in mind (there are skinny girls with different figures, but these clothes for skinny sizes often are not designed to the majority of us, imo). Thrifting is not an option for me either! The average local thrift store where I live (when there’s one) has t-shirts with cringe sayings, ripped jeans more ripped than Idk what, a weird shaped skirt from 2012, a very worn out tween section shirt that says “keep calm and love donuts”, a pair of peep toe heels with its die coming out, some baby clothes, a random man’s wallet and that’s it. If there’s anything good, it would be in very specific thrift shops in the downtown (which’s far from where I live, and would take more costs + the effort of going there, facing a big city’s 2 possible hours traffic to, potentially, find nothing… All when I already have my everyday deals to worry about). I tried thrifting online a few times too, but it was very hard to find wearable things (and, again, the sizing problem, as clothes in my country are not typically made with my body type in mind). Besides that very crucial size thing (as I can’t simply walk around n4k3d), I can’t stand the “smell of other person’s clothing”. Maybe I’m very sensitive to it, but I can often tell an item was worn bc of its smell (even by washing, I couldn’t get completely rid of it). Curating every smallest piece I’ll thrift to make sure it’s being sold brand new (bc the person, let’s say, just ordered doubled by mistake, or the wrong size, or got as a gift and doesn’t like), seems like one more time consuming task, just like all the ones I’ve mentioned (and as a college student/ starting to work, I try my best to value my free time by getting to know something in my city, grocery shopping little treats I don’t eat on a daily basis or even, honestly, paying my sleep dept which, yes, I acknowledge to be unhealthy, and I’m working on it). Tailoring something to my body costs even more and I can only afford that in a few occasions, such as when I was a bridesmaid to a friend’s wedding (a size “small” was ginormous and the bra part was so huge that it seemed fake for someone that size). For everyday clothing, I can’t afford to tailor every piece. Buying from SHEIN is a deeper issue than it seems… For makeup and similar stuff I can totally survive without these questionable/ potentially unhealthy Chinese brands (and, thankfully, my country is well covered in the beauty/ makeup market, even though, sometimes, I do see some different things on that Sheglam page, but I’m trying to avoid it bc I somewhat feel unsure of its safety and makeup isn’t the same level of necessity as clothing), but I can’t say the same for clothing! I see average sized girls walking in clothes of their liking, and I also want to wear things I like and that fits my shape (which is hard for me to find in the average working class Western brands, at least in my country). The only thing I try to do, is to shop when needed + special occasions, to wash when it arrives (honestly, should be done with any new clothes, I guess) and to buy from these “specific brands” SHEIN owns, such as Glowmode and others (bc they have better quality, in comparison to your average SHEIN piece). Hope I can afford more transparent ethical brands one day! I feel bad about having Shein as, basically, my only source, but that also shows how local brands produce from “somewhat skinny looking” to “somewhat plus size looking” clothes, but not to the actual skinny, but still healthy, woman (and no, I don’t support an0rex1a and 0b3sity but, still, these ppl still need some basic clothing they can wear to sleep/ work/ workout/ run errands, while they seek medical help to their extreme unhealthy situation)! Ps: still, I try my best to search for better brands… I’ll keep my eye on the options (that treats humans the right way and, have less environmental negative impact and, of course, care about my size having nice clothing options)!

  • @0shawhat
    @0shawhat 7 днів тому

    What an interesting channel! Thank you algorithm.

  • @victorialine5984
    @victorialine5984 8 днів тому

    I don't find clothes too bad and I can make my own. The real problem is shoes. In the mind of shoe designers, a wide foot means old, matronly woman. Try finding wide fit high heeled shoes.

    • @cherelled6419
      @cherelled6419 8 днів тому

      Yep! And heaven forbid you have any other foot issues such as bunions, hammer toe, high arch or being flat footed 😑

  • @VioletFem
    @VioletFem 8 днів тому

    This is a really good explanation for how plus size brands can be thoughtfully designed. I hope the Marc Alexandrin brand continues to be successful.

  • @buzzkillroza499
    @buzzkillroza499 8 днів тому

    I really wish it was that simple that for 30$ i can buy new zara or vintage chanel but it aint like that at all. If you have 20$ you would buy as nice if a piece as you can find and used piece would probably not look as neat as the new one.

  • @philipandrews766
    @philipandrews766 8 днів тому

    Very cool to learn about! Do you ever plan on wearing this piece? I would also understand just wanting to have it on display!

  • @WilberStoppioni
    @WilberStoppioni 8 днів тому

    Are these issues happening if these bags are used daily? I just got the pochette metis in monogram canvas from the Kusama collection. I love the multicolored polka dots and hope they don’t melt on me, lol. But I don’t think it’ll be in my regular rotation. I also have a NoeNoe in DA but only use that a few times a year in the spring and summer so I haven’t put that much wear and tear into it. I hope I don’t see the fraying for a while. Also, I’m saving up for a luxrul . Has your colleague seen the same issues with that size? I don’t mind some relaxation in shape but I don’t want it to be a puddle either. Thanks for the video!

  • @79meh
    @79meh 8 днів тому

    I always look for vintage "made in canada" 1960s-1990s when I thrift. The cuts fit my petite frame better because people were smaller back then and the quality is insane. A lot of canadian made clothes I found have better craftsmanship than the ones I saw in the chanel, dior, etc prêt-à-porter you can currently buy in luxury boutiques. And a lot of it says "union made" on the label. Now, that's the opoosite of fast fashion to me.

  • @victoriaconstantine-cort3091
    @victoriaconstantine-cort3091 9 днів тому

    xXX👍👍👍

  • @iagonizante
    @iagonizante 9 днів тому

    Yesss I love the care and attention that gets put into making these pieces! I wish more brands would learn from her. I also love Zoe Hong! So happy that you also like her videos!

  • @Vestica-y5v
    @Vestica-y5v 9 днів тому

    I don't care about brand anymore, I just avoid synthetics! Plastic is already found in human brain or blood time to wake up people and stop using toxins, skin is the largest organ we have that soaks everything from clothes that we wear 24h.

  • @mynameisrob_co_uk
    @mynameisrob_co_uk 9 днів тому

    Wow so much attention to detail, I love your style of video and thanks for sharing

  • @jeangoho9054
    @jeangoho9054 9 днів тому

    Letting a girl who knows nothing about couture with low quality So pathethic

  • @vivienkoles1880
    @vivienkoles1880 10 днів тому

    It is also worth to know if somebody is a naturally sweathy person or not. I unfortunately am and on the general rhange I'm able to purchase tops (0 to 150$ tops) I noticed that natural fibers, like cottons and silks actually help a lot. I can imagine that if I would have hundreds or thousands of dollars for a synthetic fibre garment, it would be just as good, but I don't have the budget to try it out.

  • @versterker1981
    @versterker1981 10 днів тому

    Absolutely beautiful stuff altogether, so glad to have found your channel!

  • @marywiththelonghair1330
    @marywiththelonghair1330 10 днів тому

    The fashion content I never knew I was interested in!! Algorithm did me good! From makeup content to here 😂😂. Love it ❤

  • @monikadale6563
    @monikadale6563 10 днів тому

    You can’t compare the Chanel jacket to SHEIN,🤣🇺🇸🇺🇸

  • @rebekoko
    @rebekoko 10 днів тому

    SHIEN really? Nothing like supporting a company with slave labor and horrific working conditions for your channel…just stop it…