Hi! Two quick corrections, the fringe cardigan shown was 100% acrylic, but the 3D floral cardigan was 100% polyester. Still both cheap synthetic fibers. And the denim jeans noted were made with a high percentage of lyocell - that is a semi synthetic...but still personally a hard no for me in denim jeans.
Great idea for a series. I’d like to suggest Banana Republic. Over the past few years the prices have gone up but they always offer sales. It’s a mall brand , easy shopping, easy returns. They advertise wool, cashmere, suede, leather products. Might be worth a look. Thanks
Just found you and so enjoy your videos. I just can't believe all the polyester that is being used now and so many influencers are trying to convince us to buy it. Thank you for advocating quality over quantity.
How have I just heard of you!? I love Jennifer Wang and her going over fabrics and clothing pieces. This video series that you’re doing is amazing. You were doing all of us a service.
I can't even tell you how much I love this series! It helps me learn about the quality of more accessible brands! Also, please do an episode on &Other Stories. I've been eyeing their pieces because they're so boho, but they are pricey and I would love to learn more about the quality.
I bought a longer crew neck horse head sweater from H&M years ago. The quality was far better then…8+ years ago, still in great condition and great fabric content. The Anthro brand has really deteriorated in my opinion and prices are ridiculous. Loved these videos of rated clothing stores
I just had a conversation yesterday about the quality of clothes. I don’t like buying new the quality is bad and they don’t use natural fibers. I’ve kept a number of old clothes 10-20 years and it’s much better.
I clicked on this so fast! I love anthro but only thrift it. It’s really great getting your take on the fabrics and quality. I’d love to see some other higher end mall brands like loft and free people in this series! Also your hair looks amazing! Do you have a curling iron you like?❤❤❤
Thank you!! I use babybliss pro for my curling iron. So glad you’re enjoying this series!! I’d LOVE to do loft. I think I have a factory outlet near me and I’ve been itching to do an outlet vs main store comparison 🧐😊 that could be fascinating!
Thank you for that informative video. I only buy those pieces thrifting. I found some vintage maxi dresses by Old Navy and they are 100% silk. I am not a fan of old navy. Also their vintage work attire pieces were better made. Thrifting vintage pieces are for me. 💕💕💕
lol, this feels very timely. I was just in Anthro today and hoo boy there’s a lot of very expensive plastic sweaters. But they do have Farm Rio, and I love Farm Rio (though the only piece I own was a lucky clearance find).
I went into Anthropologie to find a dress for a wedding. I was appalled at the lack of quality for the price point. A completely sheer dress for hundreds of dollars?! Stuff hanging in the store super wrinkly. I worked at hollister back in the day and we were expected to steam pieces that were super wrinkly before putting them on the floor.
A big chunk of Anthropologie clothes are designed knowing that the consumer won't buy until it hits athe sale rack or is available with a discount. They sell very little at full price anymore.
I’d love to do Tibi! That would definitely be a what does good fashion actually look like! Amy Smilovic does everything with intention and story. And I’ll always love her brand for that 🙌❤️
I want to counter your statement abut the jewelry - Anthropologie jewelry is GARBAGE, extremely cheap, fragile, and rarely wears well. I used to work at Anthro way back in 2008, and their quality has definitely declined. I also don't get the hype about Farm Rio - it's very cute and generally well-constructed, but it's usually entirely polyester, which is a no for me.
These are the comments I’m looking for!!! If these videos turned into a forum where women can share what’s good vs bad I would be soooo happy 🙌❤️❤️ And insider experience is even more valuable. So please share away. I think we need more honesty and conversations like this. Because clearly the fashion industry doesn’t care about quality 😭
I love Farm Rio, but it’s hard to find natural fibers when shopping their fall and winter collections. I cannot justify that price point for acrylic/polyester blends. 🫠
Hi! Two quick corrections, the fringe cardigan shown was 100% acrylic, but the 3D floral cardigan was 100% polyester. Still both cheap synthetic fibers. And the denim jeans noted were made with a high percentage of lyocell - that is a semi synthetic...but still personally a hard no for me in denim jeans.
Great idea for a series. I’d like to suggest Banana Republic. Over the past few years the prices have gone up but they always offer sales. It’s a mall brand , easy shopping, easy returns. They advertise wool, cashmere, suede, leather products. Might be worth a look. Thanks
I still shop there and Gap, I feel they have great finds. Of course some not so great but overall I’m more impressed now than before.
Just found you and so enjoy your videos. I just can't believe all the polyester that is being used now and so many influencers are trying to convince us to buy it. Thank you for advocating quality over quantity.
Just found you and am binging your videos - I ADORE this series. Free People would be an interesting store to go to, too!!!
Thanks for doing this series! It really makes me think about what clothes I should buy for myself since I'm kinda at that age.
How have I just heard of you!? I love Jennifer Wang and her going over fabrics and clothing pieces. This video series that you’re doing is amazing. You were doing all of us a service.
I can't even tell you how much I love this series! It helps me learn about the quality of more accessible brands! Also, please do an episode on &Other Stories. I've been eyeing their pieces because they're so boho, but they are pricey and I would love to learn more about the quality.
I’d love to do &other stories! Definitely putting that on the list.
So glad you’re enjoying this series 🙌❤️❤️
I bought a longer crew neck horse head sweater from H&M years ago. The quality was far better then…8+ years ago, still in great condition and great fabric content. The Anthro brand has really deteriorated in my opinion and prices are ridiculous. Loved these videos of rated clothing stores
I just had a conversation yesterday about the quality of clothes. I don’t like buying new the quality is bad and they don’t use natural fibers. I’ve kept a number of old clothes 10-20 years and it’s much better.
I love this series so much! Just subscribed 🌞 Do Madewell next!
I’d love to do Madewell! Definitely adding that to the list! ❤️❤️ thanks for subscribing 🙌
LL Bean is good for 100 percent organic cotton sweaters that retain around $120
I clicked on this so fast! I love anthro but only thrift it. It’s really great getting your take on the fabrics and quality. I’d love to see some other higher end mall brands like loft and free people in this series! Also your hair looks amazing! Do you have a curling iron you like?❤❤❤
Thank you!! I use babybliss pro for my curling iron.
So glad you’re enjoying this series!! I’d LOVE to do loft. I think I have a factory outlet near me and I’ve been itching to do an outlet vs main store comparison 🧐😊 that could be fascinating!
When did cotton become so expensive. I think a sweater around $100-$150 made of 100% of cotton is very reasonable.
Thank you for that informative video. I only buy those pieces thrifting. I found some vintage maxi dresses by Old Navy and they are 100% silk. I am not a fan of old navy. Also their vintage work attire pieces were better made. Thrifting vintage pieces are for me. 💕💕💕
I have found vintage silk old navy as well - very nice pieces!!! 😊
Loving this series! Learning so much!!!
Such an interesting series Laura, thank you. I go into Anthropologie, just to look. 🤓
It really is a fun store to browse, even if you know you’re not going to buy! 😂
Laura your hair! It's so beautiful , long and healthy❤
The pieces themselves are very pretty. I quite enjoy this video and it’s informative. Thank you.
lol, this feels very timely. I was just in Anthro today and hoo boy there’s a lot of very expensive plastic sweaters. But they do have Farm Rio, and I love Farm Rio (though the only piece I own was a lucky clearance find).
Such an informative series. Thank you😊
I went into Anthropologie to find a dress for a wedding. I was appalled at the lack of quality for the price point. A completely sheer dress for hundreds of dollars?! Stuff hanging in the store super wrinkly. I worked at hollister back in the day and we were expected to steam pieces that were super wrinkly before putting them on the floor.
Sometimes I find Farm Rio at ross/tj maxx/arshalls
I was given some used pieces of their in-house brand. Got them altered. They’ve lasted years and look new after years
Great Great Great Video👍🏾
I love this series 👏🏼
Thank you for sharing! If you’re able to, please also do Free People!
Free People is definitely on my list! 🙌❤️
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A big chunk of Anthropologie clothes are designed knowing that the consumer won't buy until it hits athe sale rack or is available with a discount. They sell very little at full price anymore.
Kind of weird request but could you do Brandy Melville ?
I’ve notice the quality of many brands have gotten bad. I went to Ann Taylor looking for wool blend pants - not a one just cheap icky feeling fabric.
Anthropologie is Target quality at Banana Republic prices.
Please do TIBI. Thanks!
I’d love to do Tibi! That would definitely be a what does good fashion actually look like! Amy Smilovic does everything with intention and story. And I’ll always love her brand for that 🙌❤️
Get well soon with your teeth ❤
Thank you! I have about a year of Invisalign 😅 but so far it’s already improving my jaw pain! 🙌
I want to counter your statement abut the jewelry - Anthropologie jewelry is GARBAGE, extremely cheap, fragile, and rarely wears well. I used to work at Anthro way back in 2008, and their quality has definitely declined. I also don't get the hype about Farm Rio - it's very cute and generally well-constructed, but it's usually entirely polyester, which is a no for me.
I don't mean for my whole comment to be so negative haha, it's a great video and I would definitely watch more of these on other brands!
These are the comments I’m looking for!!! If these videos turned into a forum where women can share what’s good vs bad I would be soooo happy 🙌❤️❤️ And insider experience is even more valuable. So please share away. I think we need more honesty and conversations like this. Because clearly the fashion industry doesn’t care about quality 😭
ANTHROPOLOGIE SUPPORTED TRUMP! ANY YOUNG WOMAN WITH SELF RESPECT SHOULD BOYCOTT. FREE PEOPLE ALSO!
I love Farm Rio, but it’s hard to find natural fibers when shopping their fall and winter collections. I cannot justify that price point for acrylic/polyester blends. 🫠