You probably dont give a shit but does anybody know a tool to get back into an Instagram account..? I was dumb forgot the login password. I would appreciate any tricks you can give me.
My friends wonder why I don't want to go shopping in a group. It's because I will find something I like and then turn it inside out just like you have in this video and analyze: "is this worth my hard earned money?" That takes time and if they want to move on to another store I tell them to go ahead. However, I have a wardrobe that I am always proud of because I took the time to look over these kind of details. This video was badly needed, especially in the "fast fashion" mindset that has taken hold. Zoe, you gave a wonderful in depth selection of garments and what to look for. Thank you a thousand times over.
I lot of modern garments I find don't have great construction. I usually look for good bones and I usually have to tailor all my clothing on my sewing machine anyway.
I love this! It would be really interesting to take 3 garments that are the same (maybe a satin blouse?) at 3 different price points and compare the quality of the finishes.
Lauren G what’s interesting though is a more expensive blouse doesn’t always mean better quality!! That’s why names of stores or labels to look for helps
Yes, with identical designs and fabrications at different price points would be an awesome idea. You can also add different hardwares used and the advantages on materiality and function.
I sometimes shop alone because I’ve become really picky about the clothing I bring into my closet and I don’t like my friends rushing me while I’m inspecting clothing. I love how in depth you went into this video :)!
@@zoehongteaches Yeah, it makes you become more focused and observant about details without being affected by what the other person say. And also you can compare different brands effectively while window shopping, Miss Zoe. But hopefully I will be able to shop with you. hehe 😅
I would love to see you go over a GUCCI or Versace jacket and point out what does or dosent justify the price point. I know that with those brands your paying for the logo heavily, yet I still wonder if the fabric is top shelf or the same quality as I buy. If you have already done this and anyone has the link, please drop it and thank you.
I just bought an Isabel Marant Etoile wool coat for this purpose to see for myself if it’s worth the price- if it is I’ve got myself a good coat that’ll serve as a staple piece that’ll last a long time if not well then I’ll have to be more discerning and not just throw high end into the quality pot
This video needed to be made so badly. Thank you. I’m old enough to remember the times before fast fashion, but I feel like most people today don’t know what good quality is, so this is really helpful.
This is why I make my own clothes and I'm glad I had an instructor that installed in us to finish our seams, press everything, to take our time and love what you make.
I could watch videos like this all day. Please make more videos showing the differences between well-made and poorly-made garments. This content is gold!
This is GREAT. I was raised by seamstresses and learned to sew when I was young, but you know, I don't think I've ever been given such instruction and detail. I'm subscribing and saving. Thank you!
a great video! as someone who can't afford super expensive clothes (although expensive =/= quality) and has to rely on checking the construction to buy decent clothes, this was really helpful. would you consider doing something similar for shoes and handbags? maybe you could bring in a shoe/bag expert to help :)
I love how straightforward you are!! In the first few seconds of the video, you jump into talking about the topic of this video; also, really appreciate each picture depiction and very thorough explanations with each point. Xoxo Zoe!
Thanks for the upload!! I've had to learn the hard way that expensive doesn't necessarily (see: my $200 Paige jeans that didn't last 3 months) so I really appreciate this content!!
OMG i have watched tons of videos on clothing quality but yours is the most informational! I've now realized a lot of thought is given to construction of these garments.
I'm just cracking up out loud at the nipple pocket observation. Oh yes, I've seen that dynamic when the shirt gets larger but the pocket does not. Oh my goodness. What are they thinking?
It's the worst! And it makes shirts look SO cheap! I guess they figure they don't have to size up anything that doesn't affect fit but they couldn't be more wrong.
Zoe Hong Seems real common with that type of cotton shirt I bought one of them from Target just to get by in the FL heat- ill fitting! It works much better as a lampshade, gives off salt lamp vibes
This video just came to my awareness, it's so good! I'm a designer working on a small brand. I went to school for fashion. The first rule I always have is matching the effort I put into something, to the material. I can make things worth thousands of dollars. Something I wouldn't ever do, is make those things out of synthetics without just cause. If I need a high quality outdoor item that is water-repellent etc, I'd use synthetics if leather wasn't viable. If I'm making a suit, I'm using some form of wool. Not even necessarily the best wool but A wool
This was super helpful, Zoe!!!! I learned a lot and acquired more appreciation to garments/products that are made well. Mad respect to all the amazing designers out there! Thank you!
A very nice topic. Clothes that are made with superior quality feel like a dream to wear. Your videos are always very informative and helpful and I thank you for your invaluable help.
Excellent info!! I've been seeing for decades and do all of what you said naturally. When one knows how much fabric generally costs per yard/metre there is NO WAY you can be ripped off by manufacturer's charging exorbitant prices for very simple or basic items. I saw a lovely bright pink jacket the other day, dirt cheap, but I didn't buy it for the simple fact that it already had a ton load of mini balls of fabric on it already, so searching for quality garments, especially if you can get it quite cheap, is SO worth it!
My mom was a seamstress and taught me some of the same things when I would shop for clothes as a teenager. There were several times that she stopped me from buying cheap or badly made stuff.😄
Really love how in depth you go, and also relieved that I am not the only person who thinks 'That garment is not worth buying the seams are rough edged' or the pattern/stripes do no match. Thank you for the 'pointers'.
I’ll be honest I didn’t know the technical aspects of shopping in this way or what to look for. But when you have a good eye for quality sometimes you just know and it doesn’t matter the store or brand it’s the piece. So I’m glad to finally be able to verbalize what I’m looking for. Thanks!
Thank you for adding embroidery to your video. I do embroidery and I totally agree that there should be enough and adequate "Density" to cover the background fabric, but not too tight that it will pucker. Good embroidery should should texture, but need to lay flat. It should look the same in the front as well as the back. The stitches should flow within the design and not look like a Highway of hanging stitches. Same as the beading. I also look for clothes for ease of alterations if needed. Thanks for all the insights and tips.
I was recently at an H&M looking at jeans and the stitching on the "leather" rectangle on the back ran completely off and onto the waistband. Couldn't believe it was in stores.
At HnM it's not a surprise, I have never bought anything there but I have a friend that does. Almost every time I see clothes with obvious mistakes, and I'm not a master sewer or have decades of experience like Zoe.
@@rolemodelj7898 Live in Sweden, H&M is awful, and since they dominate the market all the other major clothing stores follow their lead. Even expensive designers, Tiger, Acne and weekday have just higher priced synthetics like H&M. Thank goodness we Uniqlo came to Stockholm about 3 months ago, maybe they will make the market improve the market.
Yes, very helpful. I learnt everything. I didn't know there was so much to know. I am now going to check my clothing and now I know what to look for when shopping. Thank you so much.
Just when we need it!!... We are preparing a brief know how to standardised workmanship tiering. Thank you Zoe.... Always... So easy to understand and USEFUL!! 💕🙏
@@zoehongteaches I'm an older woman & can afford quality clothes. However, due to health issues & bad knees I am not able to spend time in stores shopping for clothes. Do u recommend any online stores like LLBean, Lands End or? I dont wear dresses and wear outdoor clothing even tho I can no longer kayak, ski etc. Should I use a personal shopper? I understand if U can't name certain stores, I'm just looking for quality clothing and an easy shopping experience. Don't mind returning as hubs can take to post office. Love this video-goes with everything my classy grandmother told me to look for. She shopped at Saks when it was good, Bonwit Teller etc.Thanks so much! Love your laugh as well! iluvs2fish@gmail.com
Of course, as always, I learned something new today, like the buttom space for the other fabric. I've always been aware of stitching as a parameter of quality in a garment. I think that offer the best quality we can is one of the best ways to establish a relationship of mutual respect with our customers. Thank Zoe, have a great week!
I used to work in a garment factory. So I am familiar with lot of quality aspects. So when I saw your vedio I thought "oh this I dont need. I already know this stuff. " but this vedio kept coming up in my feed and your thumbnail finally intrigued me to watching this vedio. I am glad I did. I learned so many new things and helped to remember things I have forgotten. Great vedio as always
And by the Zoe can you please recommend good summer fabrics that travel well? I wear cotton, viscose and linen all the time. But they tend to wrinkle a lot.
When a piece of clothing starts to disintegrate by pilling, ripping, pulled out threads or going out of shape just by hanging in the store and people touching it occasionally, you do not want to buy it. EDIT: The here's my boob pocket! THANK YOU! Finally someone said it ❤ I hate these alibi pockets with a passion! I have a large bust and not only do these stupid little pockets draw attention to my bust whether I want to or not, but it's always asymmetrical because it's just the one stupid pocket! ARGH!
Awesome video. Very informative but not dry to watch! I really enjoyed learning about my clothing I’m buying, as I’m trying to transition my closet from fast fashion to quality items. I would love to see more videos like this explaining how to discern quality. It’s pretty easy to just assume a higher price tag brings more quality, when in fact it’s not always true!
Definitely not about price. Plenty of expensive, bad stuff and solid, inexpensive stuff. I will probably be expanding on this series, since there's so much interest!
So informative and entertaining too. Thank you for such useful information. I’m going to timetable much longer into my shopping trips to give myself time to investigate every part of every garment, whether new, preloved or vintage.
Thank you!! Very informative! Plz do a cheap vs well constructed handbag vlog!! Also plz share your recommendations for stores/brands to buy that are usually well made!! Ie Talbots has nicely sewn garments
Wow so useful! I was curious to watch just to be better at buying quality clothes for myself, and this video is invaluable. I am going to start inspecting the quality of construction of garments before I buy. =) great tips
Really useful for design purposes too indeed! I would expect an extension of this video per category of garment ;) ... just saying :))) Thank you so much Zoe!
Yaaassss I love this! Your commentary is me in my mind while shopping. I'm obsessive with looking at stitches when shopping. And 😂😂😂 @ Boob pockets 🤣. Definitely would like to see more videos like this
I had an ex-partner that told me I couldn't make good clothes because I didn't have an overlocker smh. This person had never seen a french seam or bias tape etc, and thought anything but an overlock made the garments look "hand-made", lol, like that is bad. (FYI, no one could tell for a long time that I made my own clothes, including my ex-partner, until I started telling them and they got to now my 'style')
An Overlocker is great for sewing in Jersey, but every sewing machine can do zigzag stitches, and can being used with a double needle with straight stitch. Having an Overlooker is a novelity item, unless you live of repairing scuba suits.
I've found you channel not to long ago, and I am kind of binge watching this. It is all very helpfull and interesting as I am trying to sew quality clothing for myself!!
I love your videos!! They give such a clear vision of what fashion is. I'm a fashion design student who ofter struggles with a lack of knowledge but these videos are really helpful. Thank youu
Thank you Ms. Hong for taking time to share your knowledge! Your videos are very educational, pity your pattern making video is on patreon😞, I understand why though. Beginner sewer here and I haven't come across a video that explains clearly the various lines that I see in a pattern, I'm sure I will come across it. Thanks 🙏
Hi Zoe, I know you might not notice this, but the past two weeks have really just been THE best weeks of my life. During my high school syllabus my parents never allowed me to choose art as a subject, but not too long ago they finally approved my will of going to art school (if I could get into one). Having not been to much art classes in the past three years, my artistic abilities have decayed a lot and my parents often question me if I really can get into art school with those poor drawings of mine. I wanted to be a fashion designer and my dad was always against about that, being a fashion designer to him is like being a tailor. I come from a family of doctors, double masters, university professors, and to my dad I was a shame that he didn’t want to present in front of our relatives. My parents didn’t even show up last week at my high school graduation ceremony. My mom was never a good help to me neither. She has anger management issues and I used to see the school psychologist a lot. One time the school found that I was getting beaten very severely at home and called the cops. To my mom that was more of my fault of me telling the school about my situation at home, than their poor parenting. During my whole art school applying process she would always tell me how bad my art was and laugh how dumb and stupid I look. She never provided me any support and my portfolio to her is like a worthless work that I put way too much effort into. The day before my baccalaureate exam she suddenly started beating me up, dragged me to the door and wanted to lock me outside of the house. I was wearing a big sweater and I had no way to escape her demonic grip. I had no choice but to quickly take off my sweater and run towards the hallway, I proceeded to lock her outside of the living room hallway that led to the bedrooms. She started banging the door, I fell asleep in my room while crying. Later when I got out to check if she had calmed down she wasn’t at home anymore. She had cut all my clothes that were left in the washing room and even my shoes that fell off while I was running away from her. I went to the bathroom, noticed some “mud” on the floor, and whipped it with a tissue. Just as I threw the tissue into the garbage can, I noticed that my mom had opened up every single of my skincare products and dumped them into the garbage can. The liquids and cream all came out, mixed with eyeshadow, makeup pigments and weren’t usable anymore. She also used a knife to scope out every single of my eyeshadow from makeup pallets. The “mud” that I saw on the floor turned out to be brown eyeshadow that fell out during the scoping. I couldn’t control my anger and sadness anymore and cried in the bathtub the whole night, trying to “rescue” products that still could be used. I was so angry and upset and sad. I tried to calm myself down and repeated to myself that I could not be let down at this moment. Anytime but not now. I cannot be beaten. Nothing will beat me. I didn’t get a single sleep that night. I went to the exam center with a heavy heart. Anyway, here’s where the good part comes. Last week I had my interview with the art school that I wanted to attend and not too long after I got home afterwards I received their response that I have been accepted. Earlier today my baccalaureate results came out and I scored way over the acceptance score. Everything just happened to be the way I wanted them to be and I still can’t believe it. Looking back at the times when my mom would roll her eyes on me and call me with vulgar language, I just want to show a big f you in her face. Look what I‘m able to achieve despite you never supporting me. No matter what you say or how bad you treat me, you still can’t beat me. And Zoe I really want to say a huge thank you to you, I used to watch your videos all the time back when I was preparing my portfolio. I still learn a lot from you and your videos are so helpful and informative. You have been a great help to me and you don’t even know how much I appreciate you. Thank you .
I'm so sorry you had to deal with such traumatic events and I encourage you to see a therapist to help you process these events. I'm happy for your success and good luck with art school!
Beautifully explained with visual examples! I would love to hear (via video or comment) which women's brands you think have the best quality clothes and are priced accordingly with their quality (probably excluding the brands that sell $600 jumpsuits haha). I am in my 30s and always grew up going to cheap shops and I'm slowly but surely making the transition to higher quality clothes that will last longer and look nicer, but sometimes I find it difficult to know whether or not the garment is worth it's price. This video has definitely helped me understand more things I can look for, but I'd love to hear your thoughts on some brands you recommend (even if they aren't something you'd personally buy because it's not your style). Thanks again for the wonderful, detailed videos!
I talk about markers of quality instead of reviewing brands for 3 main reasons. 1. Brands are unreliable season to season, especially these days when new supply chain issues erupt regularly. 2. Most brands use multiple factories, with varying results. 3. Brands can improve! Most people improve whatever skills they practice.
I am from south Jersey. Jersey, especially south Jersey, had so many clothing manufacturers in the 50's to the 60's. This was such an important industry that when they started the sales tax, clothes were excluded from the tax to help the industry (this still exists) . In south Jersey there were many Italian immigrants that worked in the shops. My grandmother was one and because it was piece work, she stitched through her finger several times. She loved her work environment and was always talking shop---all the stories of the workers. Also, I had one relative straight from Italy that was a good presser of suits. I remember once there was a ripple in the sleeve at the top seem. He saved many thousands of $$ for the owner by pressing out the defect. The wife of this presser, showed my mother all the hallmarks of good clothes and shoes. I copied her style myself by using lemon juice to go blonde when I was in fifth grade.
I saw an UGG 100% acrylic throw for like $200 or more. It looks like faux fur and the other sideline sheep skin. Almost bought it until i saw it was all just acrylic and was shocked.
Grate tips, thank you very much. I will definitely go over it a few times and use some of the tips you pointed out here, specifically the reinforcement of the back pockets because I specialize in shorts.
Thank you for this informations. It will help make my construction and buyer garments definitely more thought out with my new understanding of good quality.
Omg I’ve learned so much watching your video! I’d like to learn to shop for more quality clothing and I found this video. But I hate you for calling it a “boob pocket” but that is so freaking truuueee! 😂😂😂I love your explanation! Thank you Zoe!
@@zoehongteaches I'm sorry for the misunderstanding. I was implying that I have spent a lot of money on clothing and never knew to look for anything more than the correct number of buttons, functional zippers, and straight hems. NOW, I'm more knowledgeable about how to look for quality clothing.... Thanks to you! L❤VE YOU, ZOE HONG!!!! 😊😘💕
thank you so much for this video! I have learned so much about the production of clothes and the devil is always in the detail! I have stopped buying from fast fashion as most of them are really poorly made and there's a reason why good clothes are expensive!
This is great! What program did you use for the editing and narrative? Your voice is so crisp and clear, you must have invested in a really high quality microphone and filter. Much respect fam!
Zoe Hong I'll have to check it out! I'm using a yetti but it definitely doesn't sound as good as yours. I subscribed and I'll definitely be going through and sharing some of your videos! Your awesome, it's great to meet you.
Zoe, I randomly clicked on this video and felt like I was instantly in a designing class. Your wisdom is SO helpful. Thank you for this video. I look forward to learning more from you!
A lot of people really need to be taught how to wash and care for their clothes. There are care instructions right on the tags for most items. I've seen so many cottons go in the wash and come out fit to be worn by a doll. Or their once vibrant colors are now off or dulled by being washed with other colors that aren't compatible. I love ❤️ my clothes and jewelry and so I treat them with a great deal of respect.
True! I’m learning all about this now and luckily I have not spent a lot of money for my quality clothes as I am thrifty shopper. I don’t trust dry cleaners I’m coming to find… Seems a waste and I’ve never impressed with the quality of their work. What are your thoughts?
Great video! This will help me a lot in shopping ^^ Also, can you also make a video about maintenance/washing of clothes? Especially with different kinds of materials
I watched the whole video. I liked it. There was alot missing. I've studied (self) and designed (self) and bought (self Plenty of clothes. I've followed and studied fashion for 41 years. One things missed. Just because it has an expensive name doesn't mean it cost alot or is of high quality. Italian manufactured clothes are the best but it doesn't mean italian designers are the best. Far from it. My favs are french, Japanese then comes British designers (Paul Smith). I hate the way italian designers design. I wouldn't pay alot for synthetic fabrics either. Virgin Wool, Cashmere, Silk, Mohair and the best. Recently bought cotton and cashmere track pants from Undercover (Jun Takahashi). Love em.
The bathing suit strap... That’s classic first indication of a dull needle. You get to a lumpy spot, the stitching goes all over, and then the tension goes weird. This pandemic thing has been so very educational... I was checking quality on masks the other home sewists were making, and I saw SO MUCH OF THIS. As long as they’ll hold up for awhile, your donations are appreciated, don’t get me wrong. Thank you very much for your time, we needed tens of thousands. But. We cannot pay you for your time if this is your craftsmanship, because this isn’t saleable quality. It’s going on a person’s FACE. Your top stitching should be excellent. Even if no one should be coming close enough to them to see it. If you want to be paid for your time, you read the manual for your machine, you put in the practice on your own items or the unpaid donation items, and you spend the dollar to change out your needles regularly. (And no, we cannot send someone over to your house to teach you how to use your machine better. It’s your machine. And there’s a pandemic. And we’re in lockdown. That’s why this freelance work from home job, sewing masks, exists? ) In a factory it shouldn’t even be a thing. You’re not buying the needles. Except the workers are generally paid by the piece - and changing a needle, even when you’re quick, costs you time.
Love love your videos... I try my best to not contribute to the demand in animal products (if it's not necessary), so I instead shop for clothing with such fabrics at thrift, vintage or boutiques and estate sales (let's be honest, they are all the same damn thing (used clothes) just some more boogie places than others.. nonetheless those are the places I buy all my silk blouses/sweaters and wool pants and jackets etc.., as well as cashmere and fur items, it's amazing the items and brands you can find. It's all well worth the hunt. I am picky with what I wear and off the rack is not a prefered choice of mine, I enjoy looking polished, simple with clean lines not like I tried too hard or my fabric makes me look uncomfortable making noices as I walk. 😄. Thanks for the tips.
I answered a lot of your polyester questions here: twitter.com/zoehong/status/1145655227535642627
Thank you!! Useful notes!!
Thank you!
You probably dont give a shit but does anybody know a tool to get back into an Instagram account..?
I was dumb forgot the login password. I would appreciate any tricks you can give me.
My friends wonder why I don't want to go shopping in a group. It's because I will find something I like and then turn it inside out just like you have in this video and analyze: "is this worth my hard earned money?" That takes time and if they want to move on to another store I tell them to go ahead. However, I have a wardrobe that I am always proud of because I took the time to look over these kind of details. This video was badly needed, especially in the "fast fashion" mindset that has taken hold. Zoe, you gave a wonderful in depth selection of garments and what to look for. Thank you a thousand times over.
You and I would be great shopping partners, dissecting everything. hahahaha Thanks for the lovely compliment and keep shopping the way you do!
I lot of modern garments I find don't have great construction. I usually look for good bones and I usually have to tailor all my clothing on my sewing machine anyway.
I love this! It would be really interesting to take 3 garments that are the same (maybe a satin blouse?) at 3 different price points and compare the quality of the finishes.
Interesting idea...
That would be a great idea!!
Agreeed^
Lauren G what’s interesting though is a more expensive blouse doesn’t always mean better quality!! That’s why names of stores or labels to look for helps
Yes, with identical designs and fabrications at different price points would be an awesome idea. You can also add different hardwares used and the advantages on materiality and function.
I sometimes shop alone because I’ve become really picky about the clothing I bring into my closet and I don’t like my friends rushing me while I’m inspecting clothing. I love how in depth you went into this video :)!
Yes, me too! I rarely shop with friends and when I do it's more about socializing and window shopping.
@@zoehongteaches Yeah, it makes you become more focused and observant about details without being affected by what the other person say. And also you can compare different brands effectively while window shopping, Miss Zoe. But hopefully I will be able to shop with you. hehe 😅
i can give u sequent work jakect and long shirts very low rats u can work with me u will satisfy madam
I would love to see you go over a GUCCI or Versace jacket and point out what does or dosent justify the price point. I know that with those brands your paying for the logo heavily, yet I still wonder if the fabric is top shelf or the same quality as I buy.
If you have already done this and anyone has the link, please drop it and thank you.
RoleModelJ yes I would love this too
yes!!! i've always wondered if their quality makes sense for their prices.
They are worth the price.
I just bought an Isabel Marant Etoile wool coat for this purpose to see for myself if it’s worth the price- if it is I’ve got myself a good coat that’ll serve as a staple piece that’ll last a long time if not well then I’ll have to be more discerning and not just throw high end into the quality pot
@Tamara, What’s the update on the coat? Worth it?
I was worried this was not going to be applicable for men, but our queen delivered fashion solutions for everyone!
This video needed to be made so badly. Thank you. I’m old enough to remember the times before fast fashion, but I feel like most people today don’t know what good quality is, so this is really helpful.
You're welcome!
This is why I make my own clothes and I'm glad I had an instructor that installed in us to finish our seams, press everything, to take our time and love what you make.
I could watch videos like this all day. Please make more videos showing the differences between well-made and poorly-made garments. This content is gold!
Wow! Even a picky person like myself did not consider all of these details. A grand thank you!!
i really appreciate a consumer that demands excellence and quality standards like this. thank you for the education
This is GREAT. I was raised by seamstresses and learned to sew when I was young, but you know, I don't think I've ever been given such instruction and detail. I'm subscribing and saving. Thank you!
You can never go wrong with quality!!!! What a great video so helpful!!!!
Thanks!
I started dress making classes and been using your videos for reference. Thanks for the tips!
You're welcome!
a great video! as someone who can't afford super expensive clothes (although expensive =/= quality) and has to rely on checking the construction to buy decent clothes, this was really helpful. would you consider doing something similar for shoes and handbags? maybe you could bring in a shoe/bag expert to help :)
Thanks, great information. As consumers if we want better quality, we need to not buy fast fashion.
I love how straightforward you are!! In the first few seconds of the video, you jump into talking about the topic of this video; also, really appreciate each picture depiction and very thorough explanations with each point.
Xoxo Zoe!
Thanks for the upload!! I've had to learn the hard way that expensive doesn't necessarily (see: my $200 Paige jeans that didn't last 3 months) so I really appreciate this content!!
You're welcome! Don't feel bad, we've all made some bad decisions while learning. I definitely did too.
AvgJane19 yes and it doesn’t mean either that designer is worth it!! Most of the time yr paying for the name!
OMG i have watched tons of videos on clothing quality but yours is the most informational! I've now realized a lot of thought is given to construction of these garments.
I'm just cracking up out loud at the nipple pocket observation. Oh yes, I've seen that dynamic when the shirt gets larger but the pocket does not. Oh my goodness. What are they thinking?
It's the worst! And it makes shirts look SO cheap! I guess they figure they don't have to size up anything that doesn't affect fit but they couldn't be more wrong.
Zoe Hong Seems real common with that type of cotton shirt I bought one of them from Target just to get by in the FL heat- ill fitting! It works much better as a lampshade, gives off salt lamp vibes
Am I only one who felt like a student in trouble when she pointed out the bad topstitching?😂 I feel attacked! Lol!
Don't feel attacked, go practice some more.
@@zoehongteaches i will. I promise. I'm working on my portfolio today 😊
You can do it. Yeah, top stitching is difficult but if done excellently is worth the practice. 😅😊
Don’t feel attacked, feel challenged. You can do it. :-)
This video just came to my awareness, it's so good!
I'm a designer working on a small brand. I went to school for fashion. The first rule I always have is matching the effort I put into something, to the material.
I can make things worth thousands of dollars. Something I wouldn't ever do, is make those things out of synthetics without just cause. If I need a high quality outdoor item that is water-repellent etc, I'd use synthetics if leather wasn't viable.
If I'm making a suit, I'm using some form of wool. Not even necessarily the best wool but A wool
I finally know the proper name of many details and things. I've been schooled. Thank you!
This was super helpful, Zoe!!!! I learned a lot and acquired more appreciation to garments/products that are made well. Mad respect to all the amazing designers out there! Thank you!
You're welcome!
A very nice topic. Clothes that are made with superior quality feel like a dream to wear. Your videos are always very informative and helpful and I thank you for your invaluable help.
You're welcome!
Excellent info!! I've been seeing for decades and do all of what you said naturally. When one knows how much fabric generally costs per yard/metre there is NO WAY you can be ripped off by manufacturer's charging exorbitant prices for very simple or basic items. I saw a lovely bright pink jacket the other day, dirt cheap, but I didn't buy it for the simple fact that it already had a ton load of mini balls of fabric on it already, so searching for quality garments, especially if you can get it quite cheap, is SO worth it!
My mom was a seamstress and taught me some of the same things when I would shop for clothes as a teenager. There were several times that she stopped me from buying cheap or badly made stuff.😄
Thank you Zoe. You've done it again. No bull and no wasted time. Just packed full of information for the higher good. Stay healthy, kiddo.
Really love how in depth you go, and also relieved that I am not the only person who thinks 'That garment is not worth buying the seams are rough edged' or the pattern/stripes do no match. Thank you for the 'pointers'.
OMG ZOE can you do this type of video regulary???? PLEASE this is so imformative, i looove it! xoxo greetings from germany LY
Best educational video I've seen in a very long time. Subscribed. Thank you.
I’ll be honest I didn’t know the technical aspects of shopping in this way or what to look for. But when you have a good eye for quality sometimes you just know and it doesn’t matter the store or brand it’s the piece. So I’m glad to finally be able to verbalize what I’m looking for. Thanks!
Thank you for adding embroidery to your video. I do embroidery and I totally agree that there should be enough and adequate "Density" to cover the background fabric, but not too tight that it will pucker. Good embroidery should should texture, but need to lay flat. It should look the same in the front as well as the back. The stitches should flow within the design and not look like a Highway of hanging stitches. Same as the beading. I also look for clothes for ease of alterations if needed. Thanks for all the insights and tips.
I was recently at an H&M looking at jeans and the stitching on the "leather" rectangle on the back ran completely off and onto the waistband. Couldn't believe it was in stores.
WTF? *facepalm
At HnM it's not a surprise, I have never bought anything there but I have a friend that does. Almost every time I see clothes with obvious mistakes, and I'm not a master sewer or have decades of experience like Zoe.
@@rolemodelj7898 Live in Sweden, H&M is awful, and since they dominate the market all the other major clothing stores follow their lead. Even expensive designers, Tiger, Acne and weekday have just higher priced synthetics like H&M. Thank goodness we Uniqlo came to Stockholm about 3 months ago, maybe they will make the market improve the market.
@@shinnam Uniqlo does good stitching and materiality.
Yes, very helpful. I learnt everything. I didn't know there was so much to know. I am now going to check my clothing and now I know what to look for when shopping. Thank you so much.
This video is so helpful!! Makes me so excited to start TXMD school this fall, and then eventually start my own line of thoughtfully made clothing
Much luck!
this is THE MOST helpful video i’ve seen so far on high-quality construction
Just when we need it!!... We are preparing a brief know how to standardised workmanship tiering. Thank you Zoe.... Always... So easy to understand and USEFUL!! 💕🙏
You're welcome and good luck!
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@@zoehongteaches I'm an older woman & can afford quality clothes. However, due to health issues & bad knees I am not able to spend time in stores shopping for clothes. Do u recommend any online stores like LLBean, Lands End or? I dont wear dresses and wear outdoor clothing even tho I can no longer kayak, ski etc. Should I use a personal shopper? I understand if U can't name certain stores, I'm just looking for quality clothing and an easy shopping experience. Don't mind returning as hubs can take to post office. Love this video-goes with everything my classy grandmother told me to look for. She shopped at Saks when it was good, Bonwit Teller etc.Thanks so much! Love your laugh as well!
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So much work put into this! Thanks for giving examples. This was the most helpful video for me buying clothes to last.
This makes me want to buy a blazer from the thrift store and tailor it. I think I will
Ashley Bohanon you should! There usually made years ago with higher quality
Yes, very educational. I shall pay more attention to my new purchases as well as check the clothing I now own. Thanks so much.
Of course, as always, I learned something new today, like the buttom space for the other fabric. I've always been aware of stitching as a parameter of quality in a garment. I think that offer the best quality we can is one of the best ways to establish a relationship of mutual respect with our customers. Thank Zoe, have a great week!
You have a great week too!
@@zoehongteaches Thanks!
I used to work in a garment factory. So I am familiar with lot of quality aspects. So when I saw your vedio I thought "oh this I dont need. I already know this stuff. " but this vedio kept coming up in my feed and your thumbnail finally intrigued me to watching this vedio. I am glad I did. I learned so many new things and helped to remember things I have forgotten. Great vedio as always
And by the Zoe can you please recommend good summer fabrics that travel well? I wear cotton, viscose and linen all the time. But they tend to wrinkle a lot.
When a piece of clothing starts to disintegrate by pilling, ripping, pulled out threads or going out of shape just by hanging in the store and people touching it occasionally, you do not want to buy it.
EDIT: The here's my boob pocket! THANK YOU! Finally someone said it ❤
I hate these alibi pockets with a passion! I have a large bust and not only do these stupid little pockets draw attention to my bust whether I want to or not, but it's always asymmetrical because it's just the one stupid pocket! ARGH!
Awesome video. Very informative but not dry to watch! I really enjoyed learning about my clothing I’m buying, as I’m trying to transition my closet from fast fashion to quality items. I would love to see more videos like this explaining how to discern quality. It’s pretty easy to just assume a higher price tag brings more quality, when in fact it’s not always true!
Definitely not about price. Plenty of expensive, bad stuff and solid, inexpensive stuff. I will probably be expanding on this series, since there's so much interest!
Really great video. It's so funny how most people these days have no idea how to spot quality differences.
Helenasew yes!! We need to learn!!!
So informative and entertaining too. Thank you for such useful information. I’m going to timetable much longer into my shopping trips to give myself time to investigate every part of every garment, whether new, preloved or vintage.
They need to teach this in school. They tell us not to buy junk , but not how to recognize it.
Thank you for your video
Thank you!! Very informative! Plz do a cheap vs well constructed handbag vlog!! Also plz share your recommendations for stores/brands to buy that are usually well made!! Ie Talbots has nicely sewn garments
Wow so useful! I was curious to watch just to be better at buying quality clothes for myself, and this video is invaluable. I am going to start inspecting the quality of construction of garments before I buy. =) great tips
Really useful for design purposes too indeed! I would expect an extension of this video per category of garment ;) ... just saying :))) Thank you so much Zoe!
Yaaassss I love this! Your commentary is me in my mind while shopping. I'm obsessive with looking at stitches when shopping. And 😂😂😂 @ Boob pockets 🤣. Definitely would like to see more videos like this
Here is My Boob pockets are the worrrrrrstttt!
I had an ex-partner that told me I couldn't make good clothes because I didn't have an overlocker smh. This person had never seen a french seam or bias tape etc, and thought anything but an overlock made the garments look "hand-made", lol, like that is bad. (FYI, no one could tell for a long time that I made my own clothes, including my ex-partner, until I started telling them and they got to now my 'style')
Bleh! Overlock can be good and fine if done well, but it's nowhere near top notch!
An Overlocker is great for sewing in Jersey, but every sewing machine can do zigzag stitches, and can being used with a double needle with straight stitch. Having an Overlooker is a novelity item, unless you live of repairing scuba suits.
But Hong Kong seams bro
I've found you channel not to long ago, and I am kind of binge watching this. It is all very helpfull and interesting as I am trying to sew quality clothing for myself!!
Great informations, thanks for taking the time to educate us it makes a lot of difference when going shopping! 👏👏
You're welcome!
I'm guessing that I can also use these tips for checking production orders from a factory.
I am learning very much from all the info that you are giving
Really useful! Please make a second part!
Thank you so much for teaching me (us) please keep the videos coming and my god bless you for all your hard work 🙏😍❤
You're welcome!
I love your videos!! They give such a clear vision of what fashion is. I'm a fashion design student who ofter struggles with a lack of knowledge but these videos are really helpful. Thank youu
Thank you Ms. Hong for taking time to share your knowledge! Your videos are very educational, pity your pattern making video is on patreon😞, I understand why though. Beginner sewer here and I haven't come across a video that explains clearly the various lines that I see in a pattern, I'm sure I will come across it. Thanks 🙏
Hi Zoe, I know you might not notice this, but the past two weeks have really just been THE best weeks of my life. During my high school syllabus my parents never allowed me to choose art as a subject, but not too long ago they finally approved my will of going to art school (if I could get into one). Having not been to much art classes in the past three years, my artistic abilities have decayed a lot and my parents often question me if I really can get into art school with those poor drawings of mine. I wanted to be a fashion designer and my dad was always against about that, being a fashion designer to him is like being a tailor. I come from a family of doctors, double masters, university professors, and to my dad I was a shame that he didn’t want to present in front of our relatives. My parents didn’t even show up last week at my high school graduation ceremony. My mom was never a good help to me neither. She has anger management issues and I used to see the school psychologist a lot. One time the school found that I was getting beaten very severely at home and called the cops. To my mom that was more of my fault of me telling the school about my situation at home, than their poor parenting. During my whole art school applying process she would always tell me how bad my art was and laugh how dumb and stupid I look. She never provided me any support and my portfolio to her is like a worthless work that I put way too much effort into. The day before my baccalaureate exam she suddenly started beating me up, dragged me to the door and wanted to lock me outside of the house. I was wearing a big sweater and I had no way to escape her demonic grip. I had no choice but to quickly take off my sweater and run towards the hallway, I proceeded to lock her outside of the living room hallway that led to the bedrooms. She started banging the door, I fell asleep in my room while crying. Later when I got out to check if she had calmed down she wasn’t at home anymore. She had cut all my clothes that were left in the washing room and even my shoes that fell off while I was running away from her. I went to the bathroom, noticed some “mud” on the floor, and whipped it with a tissue. Just as I threw the tissue into the garbage can, I noticed that my mom had opened up every single of my skincare products and dumped them into the garbage can. The liquids and cream all came out, mixed with eyeshadow, makeup pigments and weren’t usable anymore. She also used a knife to scope out every single of my eyeshadow from makeup pallets. The “mud” that I saw on the floor turned out to be brown eyeshadow that fell out during the scoping. I couldn’t control my anger and sadness anymore and cried in the bathtub the whole night, trying to “rescue” products that still could be used. I was so angry and upset and sad. I tried to calm myself down and repeated to myself that I could not be let down at this moment. Anytime but not now. I cannot be beaten. Nothing will beat me. I didn’t get a single sleep that night. I went to the exam center with a heavy heart.
Anyway, here’s where the good part comes.
Last week I had my interview with the art school that I wanted to attend and not too long after I got home afterwards I received their response that I have been accepted. Earlier today my baccalaureate results came out and I scored way over the acceptance score. Everything just happened to be the way I wanted them to be and I still can’t believe it. Looking back at the times when my mom would roll her eyes on me and call me with vulgar language, I just want to show a big f you in her face. Look what I‘m able to achieve despite you never supporting me. No matter what you say or how bad you treat me, you still can’t beat me.
And Zoe I really want to say a huge thank you to you, I used to watch your videos all the time back when I was preparing my portfolio. I still learn a lot from you and your videos are so helpful and informative. You have been a great help to me and you don’t even know how much I appreciate you. Thank you .
I'm so sorry you had to deal with such traumatic events and I encourage you to see a therapist to help you process these events. I'm happy for your success and good luck with art school!
Beautifully explained with visual examples! I would love to hear (via video or comment) which women's brands you think have the best quality clothes and are priced accordingly with their quality (probably excluding the brands that sell $600 jumpsuits haha).
I am in my 30s and always grew up going to cheap shops and I'm slowly but surely making the transition to higher quality clothes that will last longer and look nicer, but sometimes I find it difficult to know whether or not the garment is worth it's price. This video has definitely helped me understand more things I can look for, but I'd love to hear your thoughts on some brands you recommend (even if they aren't something you'd personally buy because it's not your style). Thanks again for the wonderful, detailed videos!
I talk about markers of quality instead of reviewing brands for 3 main reasons. 1. Brands are unreliable season to season, especially these days when new supply chain issues erupt regularly. 2. Most brands use multiple factories, with varying results. 3. Brands can improve! Most people improve whatever skills they practice.
Thank you for teaching this I’m tired of buying clothes that fall apart
All this information will be helping me when I am making clothes. Thank you.
I am from south Jersey. Jersey, especially south Jersey, had so many clothing manufacturers in the 50's to the 60's. This was such an important industry that when they started the sales tax, clothes were excluded from the tax to help the industry (this still exists) . In south Jersey there were many Italian immigrants that worked in the shops. My grandmother was one and because it was piece work, she stitched through her finger several times. She loved her work environment and was always talking shop---all the stories of the workers. Also, I had one relative straight from Italy that was a good presser of suits. I remember once there was a ripple in the sleeve at the top seem. He saved many thousands of $$ for the owner by pressing out the defect. The wife of this presser, showed my mother all the hallmarks of good clothes and shoes. I copied her style myself by using lemon juice to go blonde when I was in fifth grade.
For some basics good quality clothes Everlane has a good selection, it’s ethically made clothes and they have transparent pricing.
Sorry to say this but Everlane is NOT ETHICALLY AND SUSTAINABLY made !!!!
I saw an UGG 100% acrylic throw for like $200 or more. It looks like faux fur and the other sideline sheep skin. Almost bought it until i saw it was all just acrylic and was shocked.
Grate tips, thank you very much. I will definitely go over it a few times and use some of the tips you pointed out here, specifically the reinforcement of the back pockets because I specialize in shorts.
Thank you for this informations. It will help make my construction and buyer garments definitely more thought out with my new understanding of good quality.
This is awesome please do more videos like these !!!
I never knew I could use stitched in suit pockets Thanks Zo
Vents/slits in coats are also usually stitched shut with a big X. Undo those stitches too.
Yesss!!! Thank you! I never understood the breast pocket, totally dislike them. Great video, thank you!
Yes, more videos like that, please!
Great video.
Gives very good insight about product quality.
Now I'm even more stressed about my products' quality 😂
at 6:15 i never knew this
thank you for my newfound pockets!
i wonder if people know how amazing this video is!!!!!! this viral worldwide!!!!!
Share this with everybody!
Omg I’ve learned so much watching your video! I’d like to learn to shop for more quality clothing and I found this video. But I hate you for calling it a “boob pocket” but that is so freaking truuueee! 😂😂😂I love your explanation! Thank you Zoe!
Zoe, thanks for another INVALUABLE post!
WOW!!!! SPENDING ALL THAT💰💰💰
Never knew to look for these things 🔎😱
Hahahaha thank you but I didn't spent any money. I took those photos at the store and in my and my husband's wardrobes. :D
@@zoehongteaches I'm sorry for the misunderstanding.
I was implying that I have spent a lot of money on clothing and never knew to look for anything more than the correct number of buttons, functional zippers, and straight hems. NOW, I'm more knowledgeable about how to look for quality clothing.... Thanks to you!
L❤VE YOU, ZOE HONG!!!! 😊😘💕
@@2LIVCREATE Oh! I see. Well, now you can spend more wisely!
@@zoehongteaches Yes!!! Thank you, Zoe! 😊 💕
This was so great and I always learn something from your videos💕
Yay!
thank you so much for this video! I have learned so much about the production of clothes and the devil is always in the detail! I have stopped buying from fast fashion as most of them are really poorly made and there's a reason why good clothes are expensive!
You're welcome! And yes, a lot of work goes into quality clothes!
Extremely helpful, thanks so much
"A-G-L-E-T aglet! don't forget it!!"
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Yeahh.. This sharing really gives me a great lesson to study about stitches and value of garments...
This is great! What program did you use for the editing and narrative? Your voice is so crisp and clear, you must have invested in a really high quality microphone and filter. Much respect fam!
I use iMovie, the free program on Macs. I did get a really nice podcasting mic. It's from RODE and it's really awesome. Thanks!
Zoe Hong I'll have to check it out! I'm using a yetti but it definitely doesn't sound as good as yours. I subscribed and I'll definitely be going through and sharing some of your videos! Your awesome, it's great to meet you.
Hi Zoe! Loved loved loved this video. It would be great if you keep doing series like this! Thank you for such a great video!!!!
You're welcome!
Ohh. This is really (really) giving the knowledge about garments. Thank you so much.
You're welcome!
Zoe, I randomly clicked on this video and felt like I was instantly in a designing class. Your wisdom is SO helpful. Thank you for this video. I look forward to learning more from you!
A lot of people really need to be taught how to wash and care for their clothes. There are care instructions right on the tags for most items. I've seen so many cottons go in the wash and come out fit to be worn by a doll. Or their once vibrant colors are now off or dulled by being washed with other colors that aren't compatible. I love ❤️ my clothes and jewelry and so I treat them with a great deal of respect.
True! I’m learning all about this now and luckily I have not spent a lot of money for my quality clothes as I am thrifty shopper. I don’t trust dry cleaners I’m coming to find… Seems a waste and I’ve never impressed with the quality of their work. What are your thoughts?
@3:8 it's funny ... Another great video ... You are my favorite
thank you soo much zoe we love you!!🤘🏽
Great video! This will help me a lot in shopping ^^
Also, can you also make a video about maintenance/washing of clothes? Especially with different kinds of materials
Just follow the instructions on the label.
Brilliant video. Thank you for all the valuable info
Love your videos 💕
I’m learning a lot
Keep it up 👍🏽
I watched the whole video. I liked it. There was alot missing. I've studied (self) and designed (self) and bought (self Plenty of clothes. I've followed and studied fashion for 41 years. One things missed. Just because it has an expensive name doesn't mean it cost alot or is of high quality. Italian manufactured clothes are the best but it doesn't mean italian designers are the best. Far from it. My favs are french, Japanese then comes British designers (Paul Smith). I hate the way italian designers design. I wouldn't pay alot for synthetic fabrics either. Virgin Wool, Cashmere, Silk, Mohair and the best. Recently bought cotton and cashmere track pants from Undercover (Jun Takahashi). Love em.
Viscose/bamboo is so underrated
why?
The bathing suit strap...
That’s classic first indication of a dull needle. You get to a lumpy spot, the stitching goes all over, and then the tension goes weird.
This pandemic thing has been so very educational...
I was checking quality on masks the other home sewists were making, and I saw SO MUCH OF THIS. As long as they’ll hold up for awhile, your donations are appreciated, don’t get me wrong. Thank you very much for your time, we needed tens of thousands.
But. We cannot pay you for your time if this is your craftsmanship, because this isn’t saleable quality. It’s going on a person’s FACE. Your top stitching should be excellent. Even if no one should be coming close enough to them to see it. If you want to be paid for your time, you read the manual for your machine, you put in the practice on your own items or the unpaid donation items, and you spend the dollar to change out your needles regularly.
(And no, we cannot send someone over to your house to teach you how to use your machine better. It’s your machine. And there’s a pandemic. And we’re in lockdown. That’s why this freelance work from home job, sewing masks, exists? )
In a factory it shouldn’t even be a thing. You’re not buying the needles. Except the workers are generally paid by the piece - and changing a needle, even when you’re quick, costs you time.
Love love your videos... I try my best to not contribute to the demand in animal products (if it's not necessary), so I instead shop for clothing with such fabrics at thrift, vintage or boutiques and estate sales (let's be honest, they are all the same damn thing (used clothes) just some more boogie places than others.. nonetheless those are the places I buy all my silk blouses/sweaters and wool pants and jackets etc.., as well as cashmere and fur items, it's amazing the items and brands you can find. It's all well worth the hunt. I am picky with what I wear and off the rack is not a prefered choice of mine, I enjoy looking polished, simple with clean lines not like I tried too hard or my fabric makes me look uncomfortable making noices as I walk. 😄. Thanks for the tips.
i wanna start making videos about this! u are soo good i love ur videos
Yes!! I'm here for it ❤
Great video! Please do more of this