Vent - disgusted with quality of Eileen Fisher (and "high-end" clothes generally)

[Anonymous]

Made in China = slavery.

Why support that?

[Anonymous]

I bought a sweater and a pair of Leggins by Eileen Fisher. I have been disappointed in the quality. After handwashing the sweater and laying flat to dry The sweater still shrunk. Purchased at Dillards in Memphis. They are giving me a hard time and not wanting to make it right.

[Anonymous]

I agree. I'm going to start saving my receipts for all clothing and return it if it doesn't last the season.

[Anonymous]

Due to the low grade quality of new purchase clothes is exactly my reasoning for never following the trend of things like the KonMarie method of getting rid of stuff 10+ years ago as long as it still fits me. I have been the same size since HS so not much in my wardrobe has really changed. I just add new pieces to it per season and now I am glad I never got rid of the old stuff.

China made items used to be low quality, but now that is an improvement over other places like Honduras which is where lots of GAP, BR, and Old Navy clothes are made.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Due to the low grade quality of new purchase clothes is exactly my reasoning for never following the trend of things like the KonMarie method of getting rid of stuff 10+ years ago as long as it still fits me. I have been the same size since HS so not much in my wardrobe has really changed. I just add new pieces to it per season and now I am glad I never got rid of the old stuff.

China made items used to be low quality, but now that is an improvement over other places like Honduras which is where lots of GAP, BR, and Old Navy clothes are made.

KonMarie isn't about getting rid of things that are old, it's about getting rid of things that you don't enjoy. Maybe you should learn about things before you talk down about them.

[Anonymous]

http://www.acontinuouslean.com/the-american-list/

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Due to the low grade quality of new purchase clothes is exactly my reasoning for never following the trend of things like the KonMarie method of getting rid of stuff 10+ years ago as long as it still fits me. I have been the same size since HS so not much in my wardrobe has really changed. I just add new pieces to it per season and now I am glad I never got rid of the old stuff.

China made items used to be low quality, but now that is an improvement over other places like Honduras which is where lots of GAP, BR, and Old Navy clothes are made.

KonMarie isn't about getting rid of things that are old, it's about getting rid of things that you don't enjoy. Maybe you should learn about things before you talk down about them.

I have read about and watched the video. She is all about decluttering by getting rid of things that no longer provide joy to the owner. I understand what I was talking about. My comment stands, I am glad I never fell for those types of fads and trends that would make me regret donating or trashing something especially when those are items that are better constructed than the new pieces of clothing in stores today.

So before you lecture, offer the poster the benefit of a doubt that they know what they are referring to in the discussion and comment.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Due to the low grade quality of new purchase clothes is exactly my reasoning for never following the trend of things like the KonMarie method of getting rid of stuff 10+ years ago as long as it still fits me. I have been the same size since HS so not much in my wardrobe has really changed. I just add new pieces to it per season and now I am glad I never got rid of the old stuff.

China made items used to be low quality, but now that is an improvement over other places like Honduras which is where lots of GAP, BR, and Old Navy clothes are made.

KonMarie isn't about getting rid of things that are old, it's about getting rid of things that you don't enjoy. Maybe you should learn about things before you talk down about them.

I have read about and watched the video. She is all about decluttering by getting rid of things that no longer provide joy to the owner. I understand what I was talking about. My comment stands, I am glad I never fell for those types of fads and trends that would make me regret donating or trashing something especially when those are items that are better constructed than the new pieces of clothing in stores today.

So before you lecture, offer the poster the benefit of a doubt that they know what they are referring to in the discussion and comment.

You're still missing PP's point.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Due to the low grade quality of new purchase clothes is exactly my reasoning for never following the trend of things like the KonMarie method of getting rid of stuff 10+ years ago as long as it still fits me. I have been the same size since HS so not much in my wardrobe has really changed. I just add new pieces to it per season and now I am glad I never got rid of the old stuff.

China made items used to be low quality, but now that is an improvement over other places like Honduras which is where lots of GAP, BR, and Old Navy clothes are made.

KonMarie isn't about getting rid of things that are old, it's about getting rid of things that you don't enjoy. Maybe you should learn about things before you talk down about them.

I have read about and watched the video. She is all about decluttering by getting rid of things that no longer provide joy to the owner. I understand what I was talking about. My comment stands, I am glad I never fell for those types of fads and trends that would make me regret donating or trashing something especially when those are items that are better constructed than the new pieces of clothing in stores today.

So before you lecture, offer the poster the benefit of a doubt that they know what they are referring to in the discussion and comment.

You're still missing PP's point.

+1. You stated your reason for not doing KonMari is because of the better quality of older things. KonMari isn't about getting rid of old things just because they are old. If a thing sparks joy, it doesn't matter how old it is.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Ladies, why nt just buy made in America products? Then you are supporting US Companies and US employees who have some pride.

Can you list a few? The only one I know is Giant hoodies and there's a wait list for those!

I hate how jcrew has gone downhill but they do sometimes sell select items made in the us or in Europe. For example, jeans and shoes.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I love Eileen Fisher and have never had a problem with quality. I have sweaters and coats that are >10 years old and they look fine.

plus 1

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:The most irritating fabric I'm finding more and more in designer/non-designer clothing is Viscose. Super soft but it's man made and shrinks horribly, even when dry cleaned.

Viscose!! Maybe that's why all my Splendid tops keep shrinking. I love their tops but have had to swear off the brand recently. The salesperson was surprised when I said all my Splendid tops had shrunk.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I feel like all clothing these days is crappy. I have clothes from ten years ago that have held up, whereas new purchases seem to barely last a season.

I completely agree! There's nothing to buy. I return most of what I buy ( mostly shop online)

I'm pp, and one of the only thing I've bought this season is AG jeans. Just saw the post above. I LOVE them.

+1 those jeans are the only things I would go out and buy right now. Love...

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Ladies, why nt just buy made in America products? Then you are supporting US Companies and US employees who have some pride.

Can you list a few? The only one I know is Giant hoodies and there's a wait list for those!

Dobbin Clothing-- nice clothes for work, all made in US.

Sadly, their website is not taking new orders while they take a "pause" to reevaluate their business plan.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Ladies, why nt just buy made in America products? Then you are supporting US Companies and US employees who have some pride.

Can you list a few? The only one I know is Giant hoodies and there's a wait list for those!

I hate how jcrew has gone downhill but they do sometimes sell select items made in the us or in Europe. For example, jeans and shoes.

Yes, Jcrew has gone completely downhill, but their prices keep climbing.... sometimes, outrageously so.