How to Identify High Quality Clothing || The Marks of High Quality Clothing

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  • čas přidán 23. 01. 2024
  • You asked and I'm delivering! I'm sharing some top indicators of good quality in clothing. Especially if you like to shop secondhand or thrift, you'll want to learn how to identify high quality clothing. Let me show you how! ~ xxox, Kay
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  • @donnaschindlbeck7457
    @donnaschindlbeck7457 Před 5 měsíci +58

    As sewists we recognize so many quality features in a garment that others may not. I always look at hems too. The worst for me is plaid matching in a skirt or pant. In a less than quality garment no effort at all is made to line them up. This was a very helpful video Kay!

    • @DressedforMyDaywithKayHarms
      @DressedforMyDaywithKayHarms  Před 5 měsíci +2

      Yes, I meant to share a plaid pair of pants, but forgot them. Obviously I didn’t have time anyhow. Hahaha!😂 Thanks for watching and sharing.

    • @marysouthard804
      @marysouthard804 Před 5 měsíci +4

      It is seamstress isn't it?

    • @donnaschindlbeck7457
      @donnaschindlbeck7457 Před 5 měsíci +5

      @@marysouthard804 technically a seamstress earns a living at it vs a sewist who sews for a hobby.

    • @marycosgrove1587
      @marycosgrove1587 Před 5 měsíci +1

      I've never heard of the word sewist. Is that the same as a seamstress?

    • @emmsue1053
      @emmsue1053 Před 5 měsíci

      My Mum was a lifetime seamstress, always told me to "squash" fabric in my hand for a couple of seconds then let go & give the garment little shake. It should bounce back & be hardly crease. Also it will "drape" properly. Thank you for this. The difference between looking classy & slightly "scruffy".. Linen trousers are an exception!!

  • @KA-kl2cf
    @KA-kl2cf Před 5 měsíci +23

    I'm so glad you went over the details that make a good t-shirt, Kay. Some influencers suggest that, since t-shirts are replaced often, you can buy cheaper ones to save money. If a poorly made t-shirt is worn under a blazer or cardigan, the off-grain wrinkles will cheapen the look of the well-made top layer. If t-shirts are well-made and well cared-for, they will last longer and look better and be worth the extra expense.

    • @DressedforMyDaywithKayHarms
      @DressedforMyDaywithKayHarms  Před 5 měsíci

      I completely agree. I used to recommend cheaper t-shirts, but no more. I really like the LLBean one but I wish it were a little less boxy. But it looks very pretty and polished.

  • @sherrylechaton6924
    @sherrylechaton6924 Před 5 měsíci +23

    My mom was also a seamstress and I learned so much from her. She wanted the inside of a garment to look as nice as the outside. I appreciate your videos so much. Thank you Kay!

  • @valeriecoopet9897
    @valeriecoopet9897 Před 5 měsíci +21

    I have learned that cheaper garments are cut with many layers of fabric piled up and better garments have fewer layers for the pattern cutters to work through. That is why cheaper garments twist because the bottom layers I the cheaper garments naturally shift when cut.
    Great informative video! My grandmother, an excellent seamstress, sheared much of the same information with me. You brought back wonderful memories!

    • @DressedforMyDaywithKayHarms
      @DressedforMyDaywithKayHarms  Před 5 měsíci +2

      Lovely. Yes, thank you for sharing. I just really hate it when a top I love develops that twist. So I need to remember to inspect garments for that feature before I buy them. 😉

    • @jgiff1058
      @jgiff1058 Před 5 měsíci

      I have in the passed ordered 2 dress from Soft Surroundings. The first on was paper thin and the color was not the same as the photo. I sent it back.
      2nd dress was really cute too. But when I got it the waist was higher on one side than the other side. 😮 So I sent it back. I liked it so much I went to their store and they had one just like it. I was so thrilled until I took a closer look and there was the same problem. The waist was higher on one side. Of course I was disappointed. The cloths are not inexpensive either. In our area they closed that store!

  • @janwynn2731
    @janwynn2731 Před 5 měsíci +7

    Such a great video. I taught family and consumer sciences for 40 years ( formerly home economics) and taught quality in clothing and also fabric construction. I sewed my children’s clothes and smocked over 150 garment for my daughter, nieces, granddaughters and even my son until about 1st grade. Thanks for sharing!

  • @kimberlyperrotis8962
    @kimberlyperrotis8962 Před 5 měsíci +6

    Seams that are “laid down and stitched” are called flat-felled seams, they’re used on most jeans. They are sturdy, but give a casual look, especially as they fade.

  • @KarenDGobsmacked
    @KarenDGobsmacked Před 4 měsíci +3

    That is so helpful! I don't care about designer labels, but I do care about quality. I knew some of those things, but some I didn't. Thanks for the video and all that you put into it.

  • @elisagorton31
    @elisagorton31 Před 5 měsíci +2

    I love when a hem is bound stitch with lace or satin underneath

  • @deniseinchina
    @deniseinchina Před 5 měsíci +2

    I felt like I was in my old school college clothing fashion course. (Home Ec graduate, so you know I am old) People are not taught these important details. Thanks for sharing.

  • @pamchambersconsulting3210
    @pamchambersconsulting3210 Před 4 měsíci +1

    I remembered your tips about jackets when I bought a new one the other day. I was so grateful to have your knowledge with me as I shopped.

  • @debrakooser812
    @debrakooser812 Před 5 měsíci +17

    Hi Kay!! I am the viewer that recommended the St. John’s bay jeans! Imagine my surprise when I saw that you tried them, recommended them and that they have been a popular item with your Viewers! Glad to share the love- thank you for all you do to help us “dress for our day”❤

    • @DressedforMyDaywithKayHarms
      @DressedforMyDaywithKayHarms  Před 5 měsíci

      Thanks for sharing!! They’ve been a huge hit. And they are a great jean for the price. I always get compliments when I wear them. 😊

    • @georgedouthit5827
      @georgedouthit5827 Před 5 měsíci

      Thank you for recommending these jeans. The jeans I purchased are beautifully finished. I live in a city, but there are no Talbots, Ann Taylor, or JJill stores here. JCPenney sells quality for less, and I appreciate it.

  • @kimberlyperrotis8962
    @kimberlyperrotis8962 Před 5 měsíci +4

    There are natural fibers, plastics and a third group - the manmade cellulosic fibers (sometimes called semi-synthetics). I can’t wear the plastics (polyester, acrylic, nylon, etc.), but I like the cellulosic ones because, unlike the plastics, they are breathable. They also feel and drape like natural-fiber fabrics, too. This group includes rayon/viscose and lyocell, among others. I prefer all-natural fiber fabrics, but the cellulosic ones, in good quality, are acceptable alternatives. Fast-fashion viscose tends to be very thin, limp and puckery.

  • @Julia-xu4gq
    @Julia-xu4gq Před 5 měsíci +11

    Hi Kay, I am a new subscriber and I am so happy I found your channel. Your content is exactly what I have been looking for in terms of both figuring out, and upping, my style as a mature woman (60+). I also very much appreciate that you are *educating* your subscribers with information to use for ourselves, not just providing us with a rotating carousel of fashion and favorites with superficial commentary simply on "how" things look; you talk about *why* they work. You do our research!
    I am also a big believer in quality construction, because at the end of the day, these garments can be so much more economical relative to "price per wear," not to mention environmentally friendly, as I am very concerned about the disposability of fast fashion.
    As for a few things to add to your "quality" look-fors: I always look for lining in pants and skirts. I find that a lining helps a garment keep its shape over time. My lined pants are not stretched out in knees or bottoms, and with skirts, many times I do not have to wear a slip, as the lining functions to create that smooth visual line. Second, I look for the way a print is made --and like you, I don't wear too many prints--but if I have a print, I want it to be as high a quality as I can afford. For example, is the print woven, or does it seem pressed on? What I mean by that is that some prints, even from high end stores, feel like they were printed onto plain white fabric with one of those t-shirt graphic presses. Other prints actually have the colored threads woven together for the pattern. I hope that makes sense.
    Finally, the quality of zippers and hardware, and snaps (including buttons, which you discussed). I love heavy, smooth running zippers, nice buckles, snaps , and useable, not decorative, fobs (not too many on one piece) on my higher end expensive handbags. These items of hardware are so durable, and take a beating with heavy wear, so they have to last. It is so difficult finding replacements as even the best sewists (and I have an excellent tailor) cannot always match what is on my items, so I have had to replace the entire collection on a garment, bag, or coat.
    Long post, thank you for your patience. Thank you for your work, it is appreciated. Have a blessed day.

    • @DressedforMyDaywithKayHarms
      @DressedforMyDaywithKayHarms  Před 5 měsíci +1

      Yes, those are all excellent tips. Thanks so much for sharing. And I’m truly glad you are enjoying my channel. 🤗

  • @carolinesaunders8603
    @carolinesaunders8603 Před 5 měsíci +3

    Another great video Kay! I seem to have a built in radar when it comes to quality, there could be 10 shirts in a shop and I always gravitate to the highest quality and usually the most expensive, often without realizing it! I think it's because my mum was a seamstress, she made a lot of my childhood clothes and she was always knitting me jumpers and cardigans, I still have and wear a lot of them! 😄The tip I have is about jeans, it's to check the button is attached properly, also the metal studs are on the pockets, as I've noticed that the lesser quality jeans don't have them, and lastly that the zip is a decent length as lower quality jeans often have very short zips that don't look and don't feel comfortable to wear.
    Another tip I have is more about any type of trouser /pant/ jeans, to check that the rise at the back is higher than the front (making a sort of oval shaped waist) so it fits properly at the back and you don't get the dreaded "muffin top" and they sit properly, giving a much more comfortable and fitted (and higher quality) overall look and feel.

  • @christinekellyrose9435
    @christinekellyrose9435 Před 5 měsíci +8

    My mother was an excellent seamstress. She sewed a majority of my clothes. She taught me everything on how to spot a quality piece. Thanks for the refresher😊

  • @barbararees3304
    @barbararees3304 Před 5 měsíci +7

    I used to sew too. Fun hearing terms like “bias tape.” Forgot about all the pkgs. I bought. lol. Guess I got spoiled in finely finished garments too. My biggest pet peeve is the twisted leg on jeans. Unfortunately, I’ve found it in the high quality denim too ! Nothing more frustrating than finding the pair that fits only to look down at a twist or seam going down the front of my leg!,

  • @jilldavis4557
    @jilldavis4557 Před 5 měsíci +7

    Not ever having been a sewer, this was so informative to me. I learned so much. Thank you for sharing this Kay.

  • @yvetteschaerer
    @yvetteschaerer Před 5 měsíci +7

    Great video. One thing also to look for are what brand of zippers they use. If it’s YKK, Riri or Lampo, means it’s a good and high end garment or product. Of course they’re fake zippers too

  • @user-gh8sl7iu3y
    @user-gh8sl7iu3y Před 5 měsíci +2

    It is nice to even have this conversation about the fine details and tailoring. It seems with so much fast fashion that has become barely expected by many these days. I suppose with so much shopping online anything goes. Not for me though. I appreciate the fine, quality workmanship in all things.

    • @DressedforMyDaywithKayHarms
      @DressedforMyDaywithKayHarms  Před 5 měsíci

      You and me both. I think manufacturers have gotten a little lazy as customers have become less informed and less demanding. It’s time to require more from them again. 😉

  • @Virgograce
    @Virgograce Před 5 měsíci +6

    As a sewist I knew a lot of this but so happy you gave us this tutorial! Great info.

  • @vickykorol5469
    @vickykorol5469 Před 4 měsíci +1

    I loved your video! My mother and myself were sewers, so we recognize quality clothing. I especially dislike when the plaids/stripes/pattern don't match up on the sides of the garment. Huge no-no! Also, you forgot to mention something about the blazer vent - the large X stitch that holds the vent together should be snipped and removed. I can't tell you how many times I've had to refrain from telling a stranger about that. It's just there to hold the vent together until purchase.
    One last thing - I 've found quality clothing fit me so much better. They mainstream my body and make me feel fabulous!

  • @BP-cs9qo
    @BP-cs9qo Před 5 měsíci +7

    This is great information as I minimize my wardrobe to a capsule wardrobe. I am always looking for sustainable, solid pieces.

  • @DebMcDonald
    @DebMcDonald Před 5 měsíci +2

    Excellent video! My grandmother was an excellent seamstress and my mother grew up wearing feed sack dresses that were beautiful. She made many of my clothes, too. You gave some fantastic tips for quality.

  • @kimberlyc84
    @kimberlyc84 Před 5 měsíci +4

    All my great aunts were seamstresses. My mom sewed by hand and taught me an interlocking stitch when I was in first grade. She started me with donning socks and my cable knit tights (had to always make sure things were ready for those NY winters 🥶).
    I've sewn worn hems, snazzed up plain outfits for events by stitching gold or silver ribbon on edges so my daughter and I would compliment each other. I've also made pillows. I've even taken in a size up tank dress or two that I may have been gifted or that found me while I was out thrifting. I had a small machine, but I prefer hand sewing.
    I love finding a beautiful something that may have come apart on a hem or a seam and knowing that I can repair it and give my wardrobe a lift🤗
    My BIGGEST pet peeve now is the bell bottomed/wide leg pants that drag on the floor! Someone said they're supposed to. 😲
    I can only imagine they're not thinking what gets dragged into the car & home. In addition to the wear and tear on the bottom hem.
    I'm in the front office working on an elementary school & I really have to tune out seeing my coworkers in them, especially when little ones might have had an accident & come to the clinic...or come to school sick & didn't make the trash can 🤢
    Floors only get sanitized at the end of the day...until then, custodians just do spot cleanups😬
    Great video, Kay!

  • @denisedorsey2889
    @denisedorsey2889 Před 5 měsíci +5

    I started sewing my own garments during the pandemic since I couldn’t work (substitute teacher). I’m acutely aware of all the construction details you mentioned. I love sewing with a linen rayon blend. This video is so helpful for anyone looking for quality clothing. I always test out zippers…more than once! (I do not sew pants for myself…yet). A good zipper is essential.

  • @TerryBrellow
    @TerryBrellow Před 5 měsíci +6

    Thank you for such an informative video Kay! I am so glad you did this one. I do have a few things to add. One of my pet peives is some manufactures do not grade their seam allowances. I have several blazers and coats from Talbots that have thick seam allowance on the collars and arm seams. It just adds bulk and make the nice garment look cheaply made. The next thing I have noticed is side seams should measure the same length. I bought an Eileen Fisher skirt and one side was an inch longer. It made the skirt look off. I have bought and worn several jeans from JJill and mostly like them. The last pair (and final) I bought had a dark wash. I always pre wash and use vinegar to set the color. This pair rubbed off on my skin after several washes. I returned them for a refund. I've never had that happen before. I have also purchased several T shirts last summer from Talbots only to find them twisted after washing. I will look better at the grain now before purchasing. I think many of the retailers and going cheaper to save money even though their prices are going higher.

    • @DressedforMyDaywithKayHarms
      @DressedforMyDaywithKayHarms  Před 5 měsíci

      That’s really a shame. I understand cutting costs somewhere but not in the details that affect fit and wearability. Thanks for watching. And for sharing your additional tips. 😊

    • @cltinturkey
      @cltinturkey Před 5 měsíci +1

      The last time I was in Talbots (five years ago), 95% of the garments were heavy on synthetic fibers. The quality of construction was poor, at best. Prices were up significantly for much lower-quality garments. I won't return. They may have saved some money, but they threw away their reputation.

  • @annem3354
    @annem3354 Před 5 měsíci +2

    Wow, such an in depth, informative video. My biggest take away was the T shirts and the horizontal weave. That is something I will always look for now. I love my LL Bean T shirts. They are well made and thicker. It’s difficult to find nice T shirts that aren’t see through. I get many compliments on my LL Bean ones for that reason. Thank you again!

  • @melissaCScom
    @melissaCScom Před 5 měsíci +1

    Thanks for reminding me of the things my mother thought me many moons ago. She, too, was an extraordinary seamstress. Perfect timing as I am rebuilding my professional wardrobe. Thank you!

  • @conniegray3272
    @conniegray3272 Před 5 měsíci +2

    Great tips, I especially appreciate the sweater tips. For the last several years, I haven't understood why most sweaters look & lay terribly. I will shop for the fully fashioned sweater. Thank you very much!

  • @americafirst9144
    @americafirst9144 Před 5 měsíci +2

    A silk/wool blend is great. You hardly ever see it though.

  • @anne-marie896
    @anne-marie896 Před 5 měsíci +1

    I can tell a lot about a brand when I see the clothes at a second hand store. Some brands that you would think would wear well do not - they pill, threads are loose or they wash wonky. This sometimes happens even if the garment is a "good brand"

  • @cathylehman7538
    @cathylehman7538 Před 5 měsíci +8

    Hi, Kay, this is one of the most informative fashion videos I have ever seen. Well done!

  • @kathylong2513
    @kathylong2513 Před 5 měsíci +1

    This video was very informative. My mother worked in a sewing factory in the 40’s and 50’s during World War II. It’s doubtful they were concerned about quality unless it was uniforms and such. She made a lot of our clothes (4 girls). I learned a lot watching her and as a girl I made doll clothes. I would make some of my own clothes and my kids clothes too. Nevertheless, I just followed the pattern not knowing much about the quality. I know now why some things were done a certain way. Thank you so much!

  • @pattorelli3451
    @pattorelli3451 Před 5 měsíci +3

    Thanks, Kay! I learned so much and now understand why my favorite clothes have stood the test of time and why I reach for them over and over.

  • @d.p.89
    @d.p.89 Před 4 měsíci +1

    ... also bamboo as a natural fiber. THanks for this great video Kay!

  • @mercycampbell8594
    @mercycampbell8594 Před 5 měsíci +6

    Great tutorial. You are inspirational and informative Kay. There’s something about you that is very soothing and comforting. Thank you for putting these videos out. ❤

  • @teacherstreet
    @teacherstreet Před 4 měsíci +1

    Great vid, Kay! When I was interested, in learning to design my own clothes, I came across the Palmer-Pletch methods in some videos. Although I never did sew my own garments, I learned SO MUCH about identifying the proper fit for me. They taught me “darts point to curves,” how to see if the shoulder seam hit correctly, etc.
    ❤ from Iowa

  • @andreamiciano6649
    @andreamiciano6649 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Very elegant and attractive hairdo! The information that you share is so helpful!

  • @ReadingQueen-is4uu
    @ReadingQueen-is4uu Před 5 měsíci +1

    I've recently started watching your videos and this, by far, was the best and most informative video that you have done. Loved it! I encourage you to consider creating more videos like this one.

  • @elizabethmeekshornback758
    @elizabethmeekshornback758 Před 5 měsíci +1

    Wow! This has been like a seminar! So very very helpful.

  • @scotland99
    @scotland99 Před 5 měsíci +3

    One of my favorite videos, Kay! I used to do a lot of sewing many many years ago and even a little tailoring. I learned several new things from you. I felt like I was walking down memory lane as you were talking about the different types of seams and the tips on the buttonholes etc!

  • @olivebobo6885
    @olivebobo6885 Před 5 měsíci +2

    Thank you Kay that was very informative, I have to say I haven’t see buttons with the little buttons in such a long time.

  • @pamchambersconsulting3210
    @pamchambersconsulting3210 Před 5 měsíci +1

    This was probably the most useful video about fashion that I’ve ever seen. Thank you so much for the education!

  • @MichellePolzin
    @MichellePolzin Před 4 měsíci +1

    Thank you for sharing your knowledge about what to look for in terms of quality! I have had T-shirts that twist and now I know why! I have also had the bumps on the shoulders and I know what you are talking about with the seam not being sewn flat from the collar to the sleeve. I now understand why certain brands are more expensive. I used to think I was just paying for the name brand, but now I know that it is the quality (and durability that come with the quality).

  • @cltinturkey
    @cltinturkey Před 5 měsíci +2

    Five gold stars! Thank you for all the useful tips and show and tell. This will help us find and enjoy high quality pieces.

  • @elizabethpetrie2732
    @elizabethpetrie2732 Před 5 měsíci +2

    Very useful and practical information. Could I respectfully suggest a few more points? (1) Price isn’t always a guarantee of quality, as some brands will trade on their name recognition alone; we’ve probably all found really nice clothes at lower price points than similar items at premium prices; (2) Does the zipper run smoothly, both up and down? Try it several times; (3) Check that the buttonholes are well-finished, with even and closed stitches; (4) Do all the buttons work with their buttonholes? In other words, can you fasten and unfasten the buttons smoothly? (5) Check the care label; better-quality garments might need more care, because they’re made of high-quality fabrics. 🙂🇨🇦

    • @DressedforMyDaywithKayHarms
      @DressedforMyDaywithKayHarms  Před 5 měsíci

      Thanks so much for sharing!

    • @cynthiajohnston424
      @cynthiajohnston424 Před 4 měsíci +1

      Good points ! Also , consider the quality of the buttons & even the colors . Many well made pieces will have cheap buttons , buttons poorly sewed and/or colors that cheapen the look of an item . Same w/ zippers .

  • @charlottehenry9798
    @charlottehenry9798 Před 5 měsíci

    This is one of your best videos. I am not a seamstress but I am aware there are quality ways in creating a garment. Love the detail that you discuss in the video.

  • @user-uu4gy2oo7e
    @user-uu4gy2oo7e Před 5 měsíci +1

    Thanks, Kay, I learned a bunch! I have never sewed, but I appreciate those who can!

  • @user-fq4px7pm1h
    @user-fq4px7pm1h Před 5 měsíci +1

    Great insides on how to recognise Quality!
    Very interesting!Good to know! Although my mom was a brilliant seamstress in her days...I didn't inherit her knowledge. To synthetic fabrics:
    I personally LOVE viscose. But also learned that there is different qualities and some feel wonderful and soft and will not make you sweaty...but others are horrible. Don't quite understand why.

  • @jeannemitchell-lv2xv
    @jeannemitchell-lv2xv Před 5 měsíci +1

    Thank you Kay … I have been reading your blog posts, following you on Instagram and watching your CZcams videos for a little over a year.
    I am so impressed with your ability to teach your followers, and today’s video is superb. This was like a review of a home economics class from so many years ago … and I was delighted ! Nicely done … 😊

  • @janetstraw191
    @janetstraw191 Před 5 měsíci

    What a good tutorial, Kay! Thanks!🥰

  • @anitaambekar6758
    @anitaambekar6758 Před 5 měsíci

    Love it. Great information! Thank you for teaching us!

  • @zilam98
    @zilam98 Před 4 měsíci

    man, i wish i really learned sewing from my grandma and in school! helps a lot with watching out for details in construction of a garment for quality. i've suspected some things before, but never really could point out the accurate points as to why certain things didn't look or feel good construction wise, in addition to the fabric. thank you!

  • @andreacartwright6194
    @andreacartwright6194 Před 5 měsíci

    Many thanks Kay for a very informative video. I will now start to look more thoroughly when buying new clothes.

  • @lovemyshipoo
    @lovemyshipoo Před 5 měsíci +1

    Thank you. That was one of the most informative videos I have watched in regards to what makes a garnet quality. It does help me understand the price difference better.
    Thank you. ❤

  • @karenscookingkorner
    @karenscookingkorner Před 5 měsíci +3

    This was SO helpful to recognize quality!!! Thank you so much!

  • @melissaeberhart5320
    @melissaeberhart5320 Před 5 měsíci

    Loved this video Kay! Very informative.

  • @kimberlyberlin4999
    @kimberlyberlin4999 Před 5 měsíci +1

    I'm one of those natural fabric snobs lol. However, I make exception with tencel, lycocel, and viscose. As long as the fabric is breathable, which they are, I'm ok with it.

    • @DressedforMyDaywithKayHarms
      @DressedforMyDaywithKayHarms  Před 5 měsíci +1

      I get it. I prefer them too. But I sure do like the properties those synthetics give the fabrics. Thanks for sharing. ☺️

  • @kristingreene8313
    @kristingreene8313 Před 5 měsíci

    I so appreciate this video. I have no knowledge of how a garment should be made. This was so insightful. I bet that explains why when I try certain things on and they don’t lay right, now I know!

  • @kathygottlieb7939
    @kathygottlieb7939 Před 5 měsíci

    Great video, Kay! My mom made all of my clothes so this was a wonderful review of everything I learned watching her.

  • @melissan9199
    @melissan9199 Před 5 měsíci +2

    Perfect video! Thank you. My daughter makes most of her own cloths (she’s 16) and is a lover of fabric.

    • @DressedforMyDaywithKayHarms
      @DressedforMyDaywithKayHarms  Před 5 měsíci +1

      Wonderful! I thinking sewing is such a great skill for young women to learn. Thanks for sharing. 🥰

  • @mariafelix7932
    @mariafelix7932 Před 4 měsíci

    Thank you for this video Kay, I love how you explain and I have learned a lot today.

  • @Julie-gz2lx
    @Julie-gz2lx Před 5 měsíci +2

    My mother taught me about a few of these details but you taught me so much more! Now I know what causes the “twist”. Thank you so much for the guidance!

  • @auntbella2
    @auntbella2 Před 4 měsíci

    I always walk away from your videos with great information and insights into my style. However, this one was especially timely. I reached a place about a year ago where it was important for me to identify and be consistent to my personal style. That has included taking good stock of my closet and being very selective about the new items I put in it. Your information will help me fine-tune that process. Thank you 😊

  • @user-cx7hi9uq1s
    @user-cx7hi9uq1s Před 5 měsíci

    Absolutely loved this video. I will watch a couple more times to help remember everything. Thank you!!

  • @leonakay6491
    @leonakay6491 Před 5 měsíci +1

    Thank you Kay. My mother was also a seamstress and made my clothes when I was young. I don't sew very much now, due to the time factor, and appreciate your in-depth video on 'what to look for'. Great information, and unfortunately so many clothes are very cheaply made. Buying online is difficult, as I have had a few disappointments. Even some expensive items bought at reduced prices, are not stitched professionally. A sign of the times perhaps? Enjoyed your video.

  • @anis6466
    @anis6466 Před 5 měsíci

    Thank you Kay. This is such an informative and useful video

  • @carolreeves9976
    @carolreeves9976 Před 4 měsíci

    That was absolutely fascinating! That being a sore, I had absolutely no idea. I know when I put on a garment I can tell if it’s cheaply made or expensively made, but I didn’t really know how to tell the difference by looking at the seams. Thank you so much that was so informative.

  • @shelahogletree7711
    @shelahogletree7711 Před 4 měsíci

    Oh, thank you. I am now checking all my sweaters to see if they are fully fashioned!

  • @stephaniemay262
    @stephaniemay262 Před 5 měsíci

    That was a really good video Kay! Thank you so much❤

  • @mareanthomas2595
    @mareanthomas2595 Před 5 měsíci

    Thanks Kay! This is a great information. I appreciate your knowledge

  • @sherylcarruth1332
    @sherylcarruth1332 Před 5 měsíci

    What a great video. Thanks for sharing your expertise with us.

  • @StyleSeeker168
    @StyleSeeker168 Před 5 měsíci +3

    So informative Kay! Loved it ❤!

  • @janicemiller4203
    @janicemiller4203 Před 5 měsíci +1

    EXCELLANT information! Great video!

  • @lisaspadafino2194
    @lisaspadafino2194 Před 5 měsíci

    Thank you so much for explaining what to look for in quality garments. This was a wonderful education for me. I'm going to look at the seams from now on while consignment shopping. Thanks!😊

  • @janreynolds3794
    @janreynolds3794 Před 5 měsíci +1

    Thank you Kay; great insight!!

  • @karens.8161
    @karens.8161 Před 5 měsíci +1

    This was wonderful Kay! Very helpful!

  • @gaylestewart8196
    @gaylestewart8196 Před 5 měsíci

    Excellent video, Kay! Very educational with so much thought and effort put into the making of it- and pun intended!!! Thanks so much!!!

  • @2PuppyProductions
    @2PuppyProductions Před 4 měsíci

    So much good content here! Thank you!!!

  • @musicmom614
    @musicmom614 Před 5 měsíci

    Wow what an educational video. I learned so much. Thank you!

  • @melsmusings
    @melsmusings Před 5 měsíci

    Fabulous information!

  • @phyllismenzi6473
    @phyllismenzi6473 Před 5 měsíci

    Hello Kay, Thank you for this informative video on recognizing quality garments. I appreciate the details you pointed out, not all of which I knew. This information is very timely since I am at this place in choosing clothing.

  • @rachelkivarkis1801
    @rachelkivarkis1801 Před 5 měsíci +2

    Good morning, Kay, and wow, for this great video, and thank you, sweetheart.
    You took me, back in time, to when my sister, God rest her soul in peace, dressed me up.
    She made all my clothes, and where I had a flaw, she made cuts, and I looked good.
    I still have, some of the things, she made me, with her label on it.
    The information you shared, I learned from her, and she was extremely elegant.
    Thanks again, my sweet friend Kay, and God bless you.
    🥰🙏👍🌟💫❤️✨⭐️🕊️👏✝️

  • @jenniferboss9475
    @jenniferboss9475 Před 5 měsíci

    Thank you so much for your very informative video. I really learned a lot. I just cleaned out my closet, and now I have good knowledge of what to look for going forward. Quality trumps quantity! 🌸💜🌸

  • @susannahkassler2396
    @susannahkassler2396 Před 5 měsíci

    Fabulous video Kay! This is extremely valuable information. I am, like you, turning 60 this year and don’t want to buy anything that isn’t decent quality. Some of these things I knew but many of them I didn’t. Tidbits like the yoke on the jeans - awesome! Thank you ❤

  • @jobethwachtman7990
    @jobethwachtman7990 Před 5 měsíci

    Thank you for sharing all this great information. I wish more ladies would invest in quality. 🌹

  • @civilizeddiva
    @civilizeddiva Před 5 měsíci

    Thank you for sharing these details.
    Fun Fact! My white Banana Republic henly t-shirt just arrived today. I already have one in black and plan to purchase one in navy blue. I love that it's 91% cotton with lovely little buttons. But you already know how fantastic this shirt is; I spotted it when your blog randomly popped into my feed😅😊

  • @yolandaslade7536
    @yolandaslade7536 Před 5 měsíci

    Helpful & great presentation. Thank You.

  • @StyleWithCathyOver50
    @StyleWithCathyOver50 Před 5 měsíci +1

    Very informative, thank you Kay!

  • @debs5531
    @debs5531 Před 5 měsíci +1

    I learned so much! Thanks, Kay!

  • @nonnieTerri
    @nonnieTerri Před 4 měsíci

    As a non- seamstress, I definitely appreciate that you shared your knowledge. I’m trying to be more aware while shopping.

  • @maryarneson6931
    @maryarneson6931 Před 5 měsíci

    One of your best videos! Very interesting, I learned a lot.

  • @rhonaklipp
    @rhonaklipp Před 5 měsíci +1

    Added this video to my playlist.

  • @CFW1
    @CFW1 Před 5 měsíci

    I am not a sewer, so this video was very helpful! Thank you. Your explanations were clear and concise.

  • @rebeccabelflower7767
    @rebeccabelflower7767 Před 5 měsíci +1

    Such a helpful video! Thank you.

  • @mamapopz
    @mamapopz Před 5 měsíci

    Fascinating! Thanks.

  • @christinepatterson45
    @christinepatterson45 Před 5 měsíci +1

    Excellent video with great information!

  • @elizabethgridley8587
    @elizabethgridley8587 Před 4 měsíci

    This was a great and very helpful video, thank you!

  • @NewSummitInc
    @NewSummitInc Před 5 měsíci

    Kay, this was a GREAT video. It was worth the time investment 100%. Thank you!

  • @monagould1829
    @monagould1829 Před 5 měsíci

    Wow, a much needed educational video! Thank you!